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SIU Today - May 28, 2026

Flying Salukis capture 10th national championship

Paced by national titles in three individual events and consistent scoring, the SIU Flying Salukis captured the 2026 national collegiate aviation championship -- for a 10th title in program history on May 23.

SIU chooses dean, provost for SIU School of Medicine

Dr. Ian Martin, system chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine and interim senior associate dean for faculty affairs and leadership development at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), has been selected as the next dean and provost of the SIU School of Medicine.

There’s still time to sign up for SIU Carbondale summer camps, but the clock is ticking

Dozens of academic, art, music, athletic and outdoor camps are available for all ages, abilities and interests.

Road work beginning July 6 on Pleasant Hill Road may cause delays

Motorists who travel along Pleasant Hill Road may want to find an alternate route or allow for additional travel time once work to improve the road begins July 6.

R1 Minute: Focusing on mental health

In observance of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, Jenna Jamieson, an associate lecturer in public health, takes the opportunity to discuss the importance of taking care of ourselves and how our mindset relates to mental health. It’s the latest R1 Minute. Watch the video.

SIU blood drive set for June 4

SIU is hosting an American Red Cross community blood drive on Thursday, June 4. The blood drive is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Student Center’s Renaissance Room.

Internal controls are everywhere -- you’re already using them

The third in a series from the SIU System Office of Internal Audit, Compliance and Ethics provides more information about internal audits and how they benefit SIU.

SIU Carbondale, SIU System, partner with Google to provide free training

As part of a systemwide initiative to partner with Google and the National Association of Higher Education Systems, SIU Carbondale is now offering learners on campus and in the local community an opportunity to earn Google Career Certificates.

SIU faculty, staff earn national certification in effective teaching

SIU Carbondale faculty and administrators are being recognized for their commitment to teaching excellence after earning nationally recognized certifications through the Association of College and University Educators.

SIU Carbondale spring 2026 semester graduation, deans’ lists

Spring 2026 degree candidates and deans’ lists are available on the SIU Carbondale news website.

Reminder: Benefits Choice deadline is June 1

The deadline for the State Employees Group Insurance Program Benefit Choice open enrollment for all eligible employees is Monday, June 1. Employees can review the Benefits Choice Booklet for details on all changes, benefit enhancements and premium costs.

SIU’s Export Controls newsletter is available

The monthly SIU Export Controls newsletter for May 2026 is available. The newsletter provides a resource for current export control issues and events that could affect SIU and its faculty. This edition includes information on international shipping policies. Previous Export Controls newsletters are also available.