SIU Carbondale’s new R1 designation reflects its breadth and depth of research. (Top photo) Microbiology student Danielle Snyder tends to plants growing in simulated regolith. (Second photo) Doctoral student Magdalene Pine Adjei works on a project to examine congenital pituitary deficiencies. (Third photo) Associate Professor Jia Liu and her students seek ways to remove PFAS from groundwater. (Bottom photo) Assistant Professor Lahiru Jayakody investigates how to turn waste plastic into food. (Photos by Russell Bailey)
Southern Illinois University Carbondale today (Feb. 13) has officially entered the ranks of the top research universities in the nation: It has been designated Research 1, or R1, in the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Office of Sustainability is promoting sustainability and green initiatives of all kinds across campus and its latest promotion, a Zero Waste Station at the university’s International Food Festival, was a huge success.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Morris Library and the Special Collections Research Center will host a reception Saturday, March 1, to unveil paintings of the Shawnee National Forest by landscape and wildlife artist Abraham Hunter.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum features four new exhibits this spring, including works by local artist and SIU Carbondale alumna DeSande R and “UnEssay” projects by anthropology students.
John Shaw, director of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, will discuss statesmanship and diplomacy on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the United Nations Bookshop in New York City.
Two Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music trumpet ensembles are working to hit their stride and make…
Free tai chi classes are available now at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, courtesy of a visiting scholar from China with SIU’s Center for International Education.
A two-day conference at Southern Illinois University Carbondale will bring together a diverse group of participants to focus on substance use, mental health and homelessness and how these issues correlate.
More than 100 middle school and high school students from throughout the region will learn the nuances of playing woodwind instruments at the inaugural Woodwind Day, hosted by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Music on Wednesday, Feb. 19.
Free income tax preparation services will soon be available to community members and students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, courtesy of a group of specially trained volunteers.
About two dozen young scientists from throughout the state will arrive at Southern Illinois University Carbondale in February for a two-day symposium highlighting their independent research.
Due to uncertain weather and widespread illness in the region, the SouthernTECH 2025: Advancing SIU Research, Building Businesses, Igniting Smart Growth” conference, originally scheduled for Feb. 11 at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, is being postponed until March 4.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s popular, Valentine-themed climbing competition, Love at First Onsight, returns to campus Saturday, Feb. 15, and registration is now underway.
