SIU In the News
NewsRadio WJPF interview with Austin Lane
Chancellor Austin Lane discusses SIU Carbondale’s graduation ceremonies ahead of commencement weekend and the Saluki Takeover Tour, among other topics.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — May 10, 2024
NewsRadio WJPF interview with Brian Croft
Brian Croft, director, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, discusses the various camps to help people have outdoor experiences.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — May 15, 2024
Southern Illinois softball headed to Baton Rouge regional to face California
Saluki softball coach Jen Sewell discusses the upcoming NCAA regional.
WJPF Morning Newswatch — May 12, 2024
SIU professor looks to limit rainwater chemical falloff
Karl Williard, director, School of Forestry and Horticulture, along with other researchers are looking at ways to limit chemical runoff from farm fields and the impact more rainfall has.
WSIL-TV — May 10, 2024
How SIUC researchers transformed waste plastic into food
A team of researchers at SIU Carbondale have been working on new food technologies, including processing waste biomass and plastic to feed to a specialized yeast and then be converted into proteins.
KFVS-TV — May 15, 2024
Board of Trustees of SIU to receive $250K for economic empowerment center
A $250,000 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economy Opportunity grant to the SIU Board of Trustees to provide training and resources to individuals and entrepreneurs from historically disinvested communities to pursue job opportunities is highlighted.
KBSI-TV — May 14, 2024
Funding announced for career opportunities
A $250,000 grant to SIU to provide training and resources to individuals and entrepreneurs from historically disinvested communities to pursue job opportunities is featured.
WSIL-TV — May 14, 2024
'This program will save lives' — Deadline looms to get compensation for St. Louis radioactive waste victims
Efforts to get financial support for radioactive waste victims in the St. Louis region are highlighted, with a mention of Scott McClurg, an SIU Carbondale political science professor who passed away in April.
KSDK-TV, St. Louis — May 11, 2024
SIU Carbondale hosts graduation
The May 11 commencement ceremonies are highlighted.
WSIL-TV — May 11, 2024
Saluki Recruitment Tour heads to Hollywood
The Saluki Takeover Tour will hit Hollywood in June.
WSIL-TV — May 10, 2024
Eye on Education — Scholarship Winners
Jessica Hardges, a fashion design major, and Leslie Duran, an aviation flight and management major, discuss their paths to SIU Carbondale, the SIU Women’s Club scholarships, and their future plans.
WSIU-TV — May 8, 2024
SIU Carbondale’s Small Business Development Center named Illinois SBDC of the Year
Article features the Illinois Small Business Development Center at SIU Carbondale being named the 2024 Illinois SBDC of the Year, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Illinois Business Journal – May 10, 2024
Exploring doctoral opportunities
Don Diemer, professor and director of the SIU School of Medicine’s physician assistant (PA) program, discusses the program, including the Lincoln Scholars program, and the available options for students pursuing a doctorate of medical science.
PA Path Podcast — May 7, 2024
Conference highlights benefits of cannabis
Jose Leme, assistant professor, School of Biological Sciences, discusses a recent academic cannabis research conference hosted by SIU.
WSIL-TV — May 5, 2024
SIUC athletic director talks about the university’s new NIL marketplace
Tim Leonard, SIU Carbondale athletic director, discusses The Pride of Little Egypt name, image and likeness collective.
WSIL-TV — May 8, 2024
IVCC partners with SIU Carbondale to offer remote bachelor’s degrees
The Saluki Step Ahead agreement with Illinois Valley Community College is highlighted.
Shaw Local — May 9, 2024
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