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SIU Today - September 08, 2025

SIU receives grant to boost support for first-generation students  

SIU Carbondale is one of just 26 universities across the country to receive a First-Generation College Celebration initiative grant. 

Saluki Takeover Tour plants its flag in Indianapolis

The Saluki Takeover Tour kicked off its 2025-26 season with an inaugural stop in Indianapolis last week. Along with meeting alumni and friends, the tour included university leaders connecting with Ivy Tech and Indianapolis Public Schools to strengthen recruitment pipelines, a Friday night alumni gathering in West Lafayette, and Saturday’s tailgate and Saluki football game against Purdue.

SIU’s THRIVE event on Sept. 17 focuses on mental health, suicide prevention

SIU Carbondale will host an entertaining, informative event focusing on wellness, mental health and suicide prevention from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at the Student Services Building Pavilion.

Discover how you can study abroad affordably

Here’s your chance to discover how affordable, accessible and wonderful a study abroad experience can be. SIU Carbondale is sponsoring a Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the first-floor art gallery at the Student Center, and faculty, staff, students and community members are welcome.

Registration open for mental health first aid training

Faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend one of two free mental health first aid certification sessions being offered by SIU’s Wellness and Health Promotion Services. The in-person sessions are from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 10 and Nov. 25 in Rooms 150/160 at the Student Services Building.

SIU Alumni Association to honor 2025 distinguished alumni Oct. 3

The SIU Alumni Association will honor Col. Niki J. Lindhorst, a 1995 SIU Carbondale graduate and decorated officer with the U.S. Air Force and Space Force, along with 11 other distinguished alumni — including members of the Little Rock Nine — at ceremonies next month.

SIU to host 2025 Star Party, other astronomical viewing events

SIU Carbondale’s festive annual Star Party from 5-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, will appeal to all ages, from children interested in STEM to adults fascinated by celestial wonders.