SIU in the News - August, 2024
Chancellor Austin Lane discusses such topics as the start of the fall 2024 semester, the university’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and SIU Day at the Du Quoin State Fair.
WSIU Radio — Aug. 30, 2024
Dr. Jerry Kruse, dean and provost, SIU School of Medicine, is co-chair the Massey Commission, a citizens committee in Sangamon County that will examine the underlying causes that led to the July 6, 2024, police-involved shooting death of Sonya Massey.
State Journal-Register — Aug. 30, 2024
The Aug. 30 dedication of the Saluki Covid Memorial Garden at the Student Center is featured.
WSIU News — Aug. 30, 2024
Lahiru Jayakody, associate professor, School of Biological Sciences and the Fermentation Science Institute, discusses his National Science Foundation grant to explore ways to decrease plastic waste and pollution.
WPSD-TV/Southern Illinoisan/Paducah Sun — Aug. 30, 2024
Photojournalism students in a class taught by Julia Rendleman, assistant professor, School of Journalism and Advertising, discuss taking photographs at the Du Quoin State Fair.
KBSI-TV — Aug. 28, 2024
The Saluki Food Pantry drive is highlighted.
KFVS-TV — Aug. 28, 2024
Research into distribution of nutria, an invasive semiaquatic mammal, into Southern Illinois, is highlighted.
Outdoor News (and other outlets) — Aug. 30, 2024
SIU Day activities at the Du Quoin State Fair are highlighted.
KBSI-TV — Aug. 31, 2024
The Saluki Stair Climb tribute to commemorate Sept. 11, 2001, and the global war on terror is featured.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 30, 2024
Derek Whipkey, a graduate student in zoology, discusses his research into distribution of nutria, an invasive semiaquatic mammal, into Southern Illinois.
KMOX-AM — Aug. 27, 2024
Renada Greer, executive director of the Student Multicultural Resource Center and TRiO Student Support Services, discusses the importance of Diversity Week to help students engage and celebrate differences in meaningful ways.
WPSD-TV — Aug. 27, 2024
Matt Kupec, vice chancellor for development and alumni relations and SIU Foundation CEO, discusses moving the SIU Day of Giving from the spring to the fall and how the funds raised are used. Day of Giving is Sept. 18.
WSIU InFocus — Aug. 27, 2024
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses the recent Democratic National Convention and expectations of a close presidential race.
WCPT Radio, Willow Springs, Illinois (subscription) — Aug. 26, 2024
Gregory D. DeYong, associate professor of operations management, discusses the potential impact of a Canadian rail strike.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 24, 2024
The appearance of Dan Povinmire, the creator of ‘Phineas and Ferb,’ as a part of Saluki Family Weekend is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 24, 2024
Saluki spirit is well represented in photos of the 2024 Du Quoin State Fair Twilight Parade on Aug. 23.
Illinois Capitol News — Aug. 27, 2024
The 2024 fall involvement fair in Faner Plaza is highlighted.
KBSI-TV — Aug. 24, 2024
Jim Garvey, director and professor, Center for Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences, discusses carp as a food source.
The Cooldown.com — Aug. 17, 2024 (and other outlets)
Kenneth Mulligan, associate professor, political science, discusses such topics as the Democratic National Convention and the presidential race.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — Aug. 23, 2024
International students Michael Pranoto, a freshman majoring in mathematics and data science, and Rahilly Machado, a freshman majoring in computer engineering, discuss the STEM Education Research Center. The program also features SIU alumnus Henry Ong, who is president and founder of Scholastic Trust Singapore, which provides scholarships to SIU students.
WSIU-TV — Aug. 22, 2024
A resource guide from the City of Carbondale for SIU Carbondale students is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 22, 2024
Carbondale police are sharing a “Who to Call” guide for SIU students.
WSIU — Aug. 22, 2024
Salukis were welcomed back in style as Chancellor Austin Lane discusses Welcome Fest.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 18, 2024
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses the impact of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropping his bid for the White House.
U.S. News and World Report — Aug. 21, 2024
Students discuss the start of a new school year.
WPSD-TV — Aug. 19, 2024
Tom Imboden, associate professor, information technology, discusses recent data breaches and personal online security and the launch of a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity technology.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — Aug. 21, 2024
Analysis by Gregory D. DeYong, associate professor of operations management, is part of a roundup on the possible Canadian rail strike.
Farm Policy News — Aug. 20, 2024
The SIU campus and environment are highlighted at the start of the fall 2024 semester.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 19, 2024
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, writes about Robert Eschback, the former Ottawa mayor and 2024 Simon-Edgar Award recipient.
Chicago Tribune — Aug. 16, 2024 (subscription required)
Cindy Buys, professor, SIU Simmons Law School, discusses legal challenges that refugees and asylum seekers can face with U.S. immigration law in a segment on the work by Carbondale Area Interfaith Refugee Support (CAIRS). The interview with Buys starts at 7:20.
WSIU InFocus — Aug. 13, 2024
The $10 million gift to SIU’s Simmons Law School was celebrated Friday, Aug. 16, with a ribbon cutting and new signage.
WSIU News — Aug. 13, 2024
SIU Carbondale’s research on the methods to keep largemouth bass from eating each other is discussed.
Outdoor Life/Yahoo Sports — Aug. 15, 2024
Kendra Bumpus, director of residence life and university housing, discusses student move-in.
Southern Illinoisan — Aug. 16, 2024
SIU Board of Trustee member John Simmons discusses the reasons he and his wife, Jayne, donated $10 million to SIU Carbondale’s Simmons Law School.
KFVS-TV — Aug. 16, 2024
Vanessa Sneed, director, business innovation and research, Office of Innovation and Economic Development, discusses the inaugural Foodie Friday.
KFVS-TV — Aug. 16, 2024
The university’s Class of 2028 is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 17, 2024
SIU Board of Trustees member John Simmons, Chancellor Austin Lane and other university officials discuss the impact of a $10 million donation to SIU Carbondale’s Simmons Law School during an Aug. 16 ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Southern Illinoisan/Advantage News.com — Aug. 16, 2024
New student move-in day is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 15, 2024
The Foodie Fridays at the SIU Research Park is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 16, 2024
Chancellor Austin Lane discusses several topics. including enrollment and the university’s growth.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — Aug. 14, 2024
Todd Graham, professor of debate, School of Communication Studies, discusses potential advantages for Vice President Kamala Harris if she were to participate in a presidential debate on Fox News.
Newsweek — Aug. 13, 2024
Bill Freivogel, professor, School of Journalism and Advertising and publisher, SIU’s Gateway Journalism Review, discusses the developments and challenges the country has faced in the last 10 years in regard to police reform and racial justice.
The 21st Show, Illinois Public Media – Aug. 13, 2024
Molly Parker, assistant professor, School of Journalism and Advertising, discusses issues associated with grocery stores in small towns.
The 21st Show, Illinois Public Media – Aug. 13, 2024
Guillaume Bastille-Rousseau, assistant professor, Cooperative Wildlife Research Laboratory, discusses the potential for the black bear population to increase in Illinois.
AOL.com/Belleville News-Democrat (subscription) — Aug. 9, 2024
Todd Graham, professor of debate, School of Communication Studies, shares his thoughts on a debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Newsweek — Aug. 9, 2024
Research highlighting methods to keep largemouth bass from eating each other is highlighted.
KFVS-TV — Aug. 9, 2024
The student return back to campus is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 11, 2024
Research on a better way to farm largemouth bass is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 9, 2024
Research by Jia Liu, associate professor School of Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering, to glean rare earth elements vital to today's energy sources is highlighted.
WQAD/CoalZoom.com — Aug. 9, 2024
John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses Illinois Republicans who support Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris on her bid for the White House and the selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate.
KMOX-AM — Aug. 6, 2024
The Aug. 1 opening of McHenry County College’s University Center, which includes onsite bachelor’s degree offerings in accounting and industrial management and applied engineering degrees, is highlighted.
Daily Herald — Aug. 4, 2024
Enrique Paz, assistant professor, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Writing Center director, discusses the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom.
WPSD-TV — Aug. 6, 2024
Justin Fetcho, Saluki men’s golf coach, discusses the annual golf fundraiser that supports the men’s and women’s golf programs.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 2, 2024
The Carbondale Chamber of Commerce’s Saluki Paw Print marks on city streets is highlighted.
WSIL-TV — Aug. 4, 2024
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