SIU in the News - July, 2024

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Presidential politics coverage

International, national and local media relied on SIU experts, including John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute; John Jackson, visiting professor, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, and Kenneth Mulligan, associate professor, political science, to provide insight on President Joe Biden’s July 21 decision to not seek a second term and prospects for presumptive Democrat nominee Vice President Kamala Harris.

Biden leaves race, what’s next for Harris’s campaign? – KMOX Radio – July 22, 2024

Delegates to play a key role in choosing the next Democratic presidential nominee – WSIL-TV — July 22, 2024

Can Democrats unite behind Kamala Harris? — BFM-The Business Station Podcast, Malaysia — July 23, 2024

The reasons that led Joe Biden to give up the race for the White House — La Tercera (in Spanish) – July 21, 2024 

NewsRadio WJPF interview with Kenneth Mulligan — WJPF Morning Newswatch — July 23, 2024

John Shaw on “Joan Esposito Live, Local and Progressive — WCPT Radio, Willow Springs, Illinois (subscription) July 22, 2024

Kenneth Mulligan discusses Biden’s decision to withdraw — WBBM Chicago — July 23, 2024


SIU to host first LGBTQ+ Regional History Day

Juniper Oxford, LGBTQ Resource Center coordinator, discusses plans for the Friday, July 26, LGBTQ+ Regional History Day from 1-4:30 p.m. in Morris Library's Special Collections Resource Center.

Southern Illinoisan (subscription required) – July 20, 2024


SIU Aviation highlighted

Stories on the success of the 2024 SIU Flying Salukis and Lorelei and José Ruiz are highlighted on pages 33-35 of the magazine’s education section.

Midwest Flyer Magazine – August-September 2024 issue


Small business development program at SIU

The 10-week Launch that Business course that begins Sept. 5 is highlighted.

WSIL-TV — July 23, 2024


Professor Sharp generosity funds another museum

The $1 million donation last fall by Professor James Franklin Sharp — an SIU Carbondale alumnus and Chester High School graduate — and the renaming of Sharp Museum is highlighted.

Sun Times News Online – St. Genevieve, Missouri – July 24, 2024


The reason fewer Americans feel their vote matters

John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses why more Americans are deciding to stay away from the voting booth this election cycle.

WGN Radio – July 12, 2024


Fewer Americans feel their vote matters. Changing our primaries may help.

John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses primary issues that affect voter turnout.

Chicago Sun-Times/WBEZ – July 11, 2024


SIU’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute weighs in on assassination attempt

John Shaw, director, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

KFVS-TV — July 15, 2024


NewsRadio WJPF interview with Ken Mulligan

Kenneth Mulligan, associate professor, political science, discusses topics, including the Republican National Convention, the impact of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump on the presidential race, and Trump’s selection of Ohio Senator JD Vance as his vice presidential pick.

WJPF Morning Newswatch — July 16, 2024


Capitol View — July 11, 2024

John Jackson, visiting professor, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, participates in discussions on state and local issues — including a study by the Marshall Project on domestic violence survivors jailed for assisting in their abusers’ crime; pension obligations for both Illinois and Chicago, and the state’s assault weapons ban. Jackson’s discussions begin at 4:00, 9:50 and 16:00.

WSIU-TV — July 11, 2024


Eye on Education — English as a Second Language 2024, part 2

Victoire Sebuyange Gloire of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Beverly Hunney of Papua New Guinea discuss attending the Center for English as a Second Language.

WSIU-TV — July 12, 2024


NewsRadio WJPF interview with Tim Leonard

Tim Leonard, SIU Carbondale athletic director, discusses topics surrounding collegiate athletics, including name, image and likeness (NIL) and calls for student-athletes to be viewed as university employees.

WJPF Morning Newswatch — July 15, 2024


SIU grad, astrophotographer returns, holds exhibit in Carbondale

The public presentation by SIU alumnus Kevin Morefield of his nationally recognized astrophotography images during a July 15 presentation on campus is highlighted.

Southern Illinoisan — July 16, 2024 (subscription required)


SIU scientists create edible cookies from plastic waste

Lahiru Jayakody, associate professor, microbiology, College of Agriculture, Life and Physical Sciences, discusses development of microbites, made of waste biomass and plastic.

21st Show, Illinois Public Media – July 9, 2024


SIU Chancellor Austin Lane receives Illinois State FFA recognition

Chancellor Austin Lane discusses receiving an Honorary State Degree from the Illinois FFA

KFVS-TV – July 9, 2024


SIU Foundation breaks records for fundraising, scholarships

Matt Kupec, vice chancellor for development and alumni relations and SIU Foundation CEO, discusses the increased financial support to the university.

Southern Illinoisan – July 9, 2024 (subscription required)


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