SIU Today - November 01, 2018
Leading the Pack: Henson’s work prepares area for earthquake, students for STEM
Harvey Henson has been shaking things up for years at SIU, first as geology researcher, where he got involved in preparing the public for the inevitable earthquake that someday will rock the region and later as an administrator pushing STEM education as a priority. Full story
Chancellor’s memorial service online
A video of the Oct. 23 memorial service for Chancellor Carlo Montemagno is available online.
SIU to host lectures on human trafficking in Illinois, human rights and social media in Myanmar
Human trafficking in Illinois is the focus of a presentation at 7 p.m. on Thursday in the University Museum auditorium. Full story
Expert to discuss U.N. climate report at next Saluki Energy Forum
An expert in climate variability and change will give a keynote presentation at the next Saluki Energy Forum on Nov. 8. Full story
Clara Kridle Memorial Scholarship established at SIU’s College of Business
Southern Illinois University Carbondale served as the launch pad for Clara Kridle’s successful accounting career, so when her colleagues created a memorial scholarship in her honor, they and her family chose to help propel future Salukis toward successful careers in the world of business by establishing the Clara J. Kridle Memorial Scholarship Endowment. Full story
Learn to manage debt, build savings and win ‘the Money Game’ at free presentation
Adam Carroll, an internationally recognized financial literacy expert with the National Financial Educators, will present “Winning the Money Game” at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Student Center Ballroom D. The lecture is open to all students, faculty, staff and the community. Full story
Saluki Success Program is there for students
With a national trend where 40 percent of college freshman do not make it to graduation, the faculty within SIU’s Saluki Success Program are working to increase students’ chances for achievement. Full story
School of Art and Design visiting artist lectures set
The School of Art and Design welcomes ceramic artists Linda Nguyen Lopez and Matthew McConnell for the upcoming Visiting Artist Lecture on Nov. 8. Full story
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