https://news.siu.edu/index.php Current News for Southern Illinois University of Carbondale en-us Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:00:15 CDT Cascade Server https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081426-siu-alumna-filmmaker-anne-chamberlain-to-discuss-share-beatles-memorabilia-aug-21.php Award-winning filmmaker and Southern Illinois University Carbondale alumna Anne Chamberlain will share her passion for the Beatles next week as part of the opening reception for an exhibition in Morris Library’s Hall of Presidents and Chancellors. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081426-siu-alumna-filmmaker-anne-chamberlain-to-discuss-share-beatles-memorabilia-aug-21.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081326-sius-2026-stair-climb-commemorates-25th-anniversary-of-911-war-on-terror.php On the 25th anniversary of the deadliest terrorist attack in the nation’s history, Southern Illinois University Carbondale will pay tribute to the victims of Sept. 11, 2001. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081326-sius-2026-stair-climb-commemorates-25th-anniversary-of-911-war-on-terror.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081326-siu-carbondale-idot-partner-on-40m-grant-to-establish-roadside-ecology-center.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the Illinois Department of Transportation are partnering on a 10-year, $40 million intergovernmental agreement that aims to mitigate and minimize the impact of transportation projects on wildlife and ecosystems in Southern Illinois. The pact is the university’s largest research partnership ever. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081326-siu-carbondale-idot-partner-on-40m-grant-to-establish-roadside-ecology-center.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081226-entries-open-for-sius-2026-family-of-the-year-deadline-is-aug-28.php Entries are open for the 2026 Southern Illinois University Carbondale Family of the Year contest. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081226-entries-open-for-sius-2026-family-of-the-year-deadline-is-aug-28.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081126-siu-carbondale-faculty-students-to-livestream-eclipse-in-spain-on-wednesday.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale students, faculty and researchers are in Spain for research and live streaming of the total solar eclipse on Wednesday, Aug. 12. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081126-siu-carbondale-faculty-students-to-livestream-eclipse-in-spain-on-wednesday.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081126-siu-alumna-marsden-fisher-earns-phi-kappa-phi-fellowship.php Time definitely hasn’t stood still for Marsden Fisher, who took full advantage of opportunities available to her during her four years at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081126-siu-alumna-marsden-fisher-earns-phi-kappa-phi-fellowship.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081026-sius-marketing-unleashed-highlights-creating-small-business-strategies.php The Office of Innovation and Economic Development at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is offering a no-cost workshop that examines effective marketing strategies to enhance small business and community growth. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081026-sius-marketing-unleashed-highlights-creating-small-business-strategies.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080726-siu-welcomes-local-high-school-student-through-garwin-family-foundation-pilot-program.php A Carterville High School student is the first to participate in a new summer pilot research program between Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the Garwin Family Foundation (GFF). Fri, 7 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080726-siu-welcomes-local-high-school-student-through-garwin-family-foundation-pilot-program.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080626-siu-offers-packed-event-schedule-to-welcome-students-for-2026-27-school-year.php Starting off the semester right is the goal, Saluki Startup and Weeks of Welcome — the traditional events kicking off the fall semester — are the means. Thu, 6 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080626-siu-offers-packed-event-schedule-to-welcome-students-for-2026-27-school-year.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080526-champaign-mayor-deborah-frank-feinen-receives-2026-simon-edgar-award.php Deborah Frank Feinen, the mayor of Champaign, Illinois, was selected as the recipient of the 2026 Paul Simon-Jim Edgar Statesmanship Award for her years of hands-on, forward-looking leadership. Wed, 5 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080526-champaign-mayor-deborah-frank-feinen-receives-2026-simon-edgar-award.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080526-siu-carbondales-friends-of-morris-library-fundraiser-is-sept-26.php The annual Friends of Morris Library fall fundraising gala, which helps provide faculty, staff and students with essentials in support of the library’s educational and scholarly mission, is set for Sept. 26 in the library’s Hall of Presidents and Chancellors and first-floor rotunda. Wed, 5 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080526-siu-carbondales-friends-of-morris-library-fundraiser-is-sept-26.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080426-sius-sharp-museum-exhibition-commemorates-newspaper-industry.php Reading the newspaper — printed on real paper and delivered to the front door — was once part of the daily routine for many Americans. That was before the digital revolution. An exhibition at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum commemorates and laments the heyday of print journalism. Tue, 4 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080426-sius-sharp-museum-exhibition-commemorates-newspaper-industry.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080326-siu-alumni-association-awards-more-than-66k-in-student-scholarships.php The SIU Alumni Association is awarding $66,443 to 53 new and continuing students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale for the 2026-27 academic year — support that is a testament to the generosity and pride of Saluki alumni across the world. Mon, 3 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/080326-siu-alumni-association-awards-more-than-66k-in-student-scholarships.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073126-linda-r-baker-named-interim-director-of-paul-simon-public-policy-institute.php Linda R. Baker, a university professor at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, has been named interim director of the institute. She replaces John Shaw, who retires from SIU on July 31. Baker’s appointment is effective Aug. 3. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073126-linda-r-baker-named-interim-director-of-paul-simon-public-policy-institute.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073126-siu-carbondale-black-alumni-begin-black-archives-project.php Heralded for its longstanding commitment to diversity that began when Southern Illinois University Carbondale was a teacher’s college back in the 1870s, a project is underway to highlight the success and cultural history of SIU’s Black alumni, faculty, staff and students. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073126-siu-carbondale-black-alumni-begin-black-archives-project.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073026-siu-carbondale-will-host-saluki-registration-rally-on-aug-7.php It’s not too late to sign up to be a Saluki this fall. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073026-siu-carbondale-will-host-saluki-registration-rally-on-aug-7.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073026-siu-carbondale-researchers-name-new-microbe-after-the-university.php A little giant has been found deep in an underground community where thriving means living in hot, dark spaces with no oxygen. This might sound like the movie trailer for the latest fantasy meets sci-fi blockbuster, but it’s the description of a new microbe named after Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/073026-siu-carbondale-researchers-name-new-microbe-after-the-university.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072826-siu-simmons-law-school-summer-initiatives-showcase-legal-careers-for-students.php Thirteen high achieving college students gained insight on legal careers and preparing for law school last week through Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School’s Pipeline to Practice program. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072826-siu-simmons-law-school-summer-initiatives-showcase-legal-careers-for-students.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072826-siu-takes-second-place-in-international-agricultural-robotics-competition.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Agricultural Robotics Club accomplished an impressive feat in its first international competition earlier this month with a second-place finish in the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers’ Robotics Student Design Competition. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072826-siu-takes-second-place-in-international-agricultural-robotics-competition.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072726-siu-scientists-use-algae-to-double-the-concentration-of-rare-earth-elements.php Rare Earth elements are the latest resource that countries across the world are racing to mine and refine. We’ve seen this play out before, whether it’s land, gold, or liquid gold — oil. The quest can lead to international conflict and environmental harm. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072726-siu-scientists-use-algae-to-double-the-concentration-of-rare-earth-elements.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072426-siu-carbondale-welcomes-women-of-action-award-nominations.php Nominations are open for the fifth annual Women of Action Awards at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The award honors “everyday heroes” who make a difference in the lives of others. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072426-siu-carbondale-welcomes-women-of-action-award-nominations.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072326-siu-carbondale-continues-to-earn-national-honors-for-assisting-transfer-students.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale is once again earning national recognition for its commitment as one of the nation’s top transfer-friendly institutions by an academic honors society for associate-degree granting colleges and universities. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072326-siu-carbondale-continues-to-earn-national-honors-for-assisting-transfer-students.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072126-siu-showcases-a-drone-ai-capabilities-to-farmers-during-ag-field-day.php Blue skies and sunshine marked the perfect weather for SIU’s Ag Field Day on July 14 where a drone and artificial intelligence (AI), some of the latest technology to sweep the farming industry, were among the star performers. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072126-siu-showcases-a-drone-ai-capabilities-to-farmers-during-ag-field-day.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072126-businesses-can-sign-up-for-sius-fall-2026-job-and-internship-fair.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Career Development Center is hosting its Fall 2026 Job and Internship Fair on Sept. 15 to connect Salukis with career and internship opportunities. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/072126-businesses-can-sign-up-for-sius-fall-2026-job-and-internship-fair.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071726-mcnair-scholars-to-highlight-their-research-at-siu-symposium.php The McNair Scholars program is an important part of Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s mission to provide undergraduate research opportunities — as demonstrated by the current cohort of nine McNair Scholars will show their work at the 23rd annual Summer Research Symposium. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071726-mcnair-scholars-to-highlight-their-research-at-siu-symposium.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071626-sius-bryson-future-scholars-program-gives-students-an-early-academic-edge.php Nearly 50 newly admitted Southern Illinois University Carbondale students this month are gaining early momentum toward academic success as part of the Dr. Seymour Bryson Future Scholars Program. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071626-sius-bryson-future-scholars-program-gives-students-an-early-academic-edge.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071626-explore-art-steam-and-more-at-siu-summer-camps-media-invited.php Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics all come together in one popular summer camp for teens at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. There are also camps to inspire budding and accomplished artists and enhance their skills — and high school minority students can participate in an innovative career development program. There are opportunities for athletes, future lawyers and scientists in the making as well. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071626-explore-art-steam-and-more-at-siu-summer-camps-media-invited.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071426-sign-up-for-illinois-apex-accelerator-at-siu-idot-training-networking-workshop.php The Illinois APEX Accelerator at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the Illinois Department of Transportation are hosting a free training and networking event on Wednesday, July 29, at the Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center in Carbondale. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071426-sign-up-for-illinois-apex-accelerator-at-siu-idot-training-networking-workshop.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071426-siu-carbondale-establishes-regional-african-american-heritage-center.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale is working to permanently establish the Southern Illinois African American Heritage Center (SIAAHC) to preserve and promote education about Black heritage in the region. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/071426-siu-carbondale-establishes-regional-african-american-heritage-center.php https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/070726-sius-center-for-archaeological-investigations-assisting-idot-with-cultural-resource-surveys.php Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Center for Archaeological Investigations has entered into a 10-year intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation to assist with initial archaeological survey work for possible road and bridge projects in the region. The pact provides for up to $5 million over the life of the agreement, or approximately $500,000 per year. Tue, 7 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT https://news.siu.edu/2026/07/070726-sius-center-for-archaeological-investigations-assisting-idot-with-cultural-resource-surveys.php