SIU in the News - June, 2026
John Jackson, visiting professor, Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, discusses topics pertaining to the end of Illinois’ legislative session, including a deep divide among Democratic legislators, higher education funding, and Pope Leo’s visit to Chicago. Jackson’s comments start at 6:55, 17:20 and 22:10.
WSIU-TV — June 4, 2026
Xiaoqing “Frank” Liu, dean of the College of Engineering, Computing, Technology, and Mathematics, talks about the new Artificial Intelligence Plus Bachelor of Science degree that will be offered starting with the fall 2026 semester.
WSIL-TV — June 5, 2026
Tina Sickinger, interim director, SIU Carbondale Student Engagement and Campus Life, and Charles Walker, associate director, New Student Programs, talk about the 47th annual Sunset Concert Series that kicks off at 7 p.m. today (June 11) on the lawn of Shryock Auditorium.
WSIL-TV — June 8, 2026
Matthew Greer, assistant professor, anthropology, discusses SIU’s 2026 Archaeology Field School in the unincorporated Lakeview community in Saline County.
WSIL-TV — June 5, 2026
Work by students in SIU’s Archaeology Field School is featured.
KFVS-TV — June 5, 2026
Brian Croft, director of SIU’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center and the Office of Sustainability, talks about precautions needed when going outdoors.
WSIL-TV — June 8, 2026
A textile exhibition from artist Dawn Murtaugh that opened June 9 in Sharp Museum is highlighted.
WPSD-TV — June 8, 2026
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