SIU Today - February 12, 2018

FROM THE CHANCELLOR

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I thank every faculty member, every staff member, every student, every alumnus, every donor and every community member who has taken the time to share their views. More

Tedrick gift expands research, creative opportunities for undergrads 

A gift from alumni Roger and Sally Tedrick will expand opportunities for SIU students to get involved with research and creative activities as part of a world-class undergraduate experience, according to Chancellor Carlo Montemagno. More

Trained SIU student volunteers prepare tax returns for free

Beta Alpha Psi, a College of Business honors accounting organization, is again sponsoring the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to assist fellow students and low- and moderate-income people from the community with tax returns. More

Students, community involvement pivotal for film festival’s four decade run

Mike Covell always maintained the success of the Big Muddy Film Festival rests with the students who run the annual event and in community support. More

Nominations open for Student Employee of the Year

Faculty and staff are encouraged to submit nominations for the university’s 2018 Student Employee of the Year. Student employees make valuable contributions to the university throughout the year. The nomination deadline is Feb. 19. More

‘Love at the Glove’ 2018 is set for Feb. 16

Love at the Glove, the Valentine’s Day art show tradition, returns to the Surplus Gallery in the Glove Factory at Southern Illinois University Carbondale this week. More

Openings available at Rainbow’s End

Faculty, staff and students should be aware that Rainbow’s End Child Development Center has openings for child care. Our facility serves students, faculty, alumni and the community and children from ages 6 weeks to second grade. Information on rates, fees, classrooms and teachers are available. More

Student Center Craft Shop hosting 2018 Valentine’s craft sale and workshops 

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with crafting fun and find a special gift for yourself or your sweetheart at the Student Center on Feb. 14. More

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