SIU Today - September 13, 2018

From the Chancellor

Board approves salary increases

 

Leading the Pack: Shackleton’s focus is to ensure success from behind the scenes

Attend a Saluki sporting event or SIU Arena production and chances are you will see Matt Shackleton. Not that he necessarily wants it that way. Full story


Hundreds of high school students will visit on SIU Day next week

Faculty and staff have an opportunity next week to share what is great about SIU as the campus welcomes hundreds of high school students Sept. 19 for the inaugural SIU Day. Full story


Music, food, tailgating and more planned for Hispanic Latino Heritage Month at SIU

The university will celebrate the Hispanic and Latino peoples, their history, culture and traditions during Hispanic Latino Heritage month, which takes place Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The theme of this year’s commemoration is “History – Culture – Pride – Resilience.” Full story


Banned Books Week recognized at Morris Library

Throughout time, the written word has at times sparked controversy and led to the banning of books. Morris Library is recognizing Banned Books Week Sept. 23-29, with a special events and displays. Full story


Saluki Sports View,’ ‘alt.news 26:46’ earn regional Emmy Award recognition 

The work of Radio, Television, and Digital Media students continues to excel and will be visible at a regional Emmy Award event next week in Kansas City, Missouri. Full story

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