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A Saluki Pride mural is painted on the wall of the Mountain Valley Water Sept. 23, 2023 in Carbondale, Illinois

Saluki Pride Committee seeks to beautify Carbondale

By Alli Goering, Staff Reporter September 26, 2023

On the streets entering Carbondale, large paw prints inform travelers of SIU. These paw prints were created and are currently maintained by the Saluki Pride Committee. The committee is run by the Carbondale...

All invited to SIU’s Haunted Hollow 

All invited to SIU’s Haunted Hollow 

By Christi Mathis, SIU Communications September 26, 2023

What better way is there to celebrate the Halloween season than at the Haunted Hollow, Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s family friendly festival at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center on...

Professor James Franklin Sharp donates $1 million to SIU, honored with museum naming

Professor James Franklin Sharp donates $1 million to SIU, honored with museum naming

By Jeff Wilson, SIU Communications September 26, 2023

With a $1 million gift, Professor James Franklin Sharp has chiseled his name into Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s legacy. Now, the university will honor his generosity by renaming the University...

A member of a study abroad team from SIU demonstrates an eclipse image on a sun funnel. The group captured a unique image while viewing a total solar eclipse in Western Australia in April.

SIU team uses low-tech sun funnel to capture unique eclipse image

By Tim Crosby, SIU Communications September 26, 2023

Looking directly at the sun is almost never a good idea, but researchers at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently used a safe, low-tech way that combines a common household item with a telescope...

Photojournalism professor’s work appears in prestigious publications around the globe

Photojournalism professor’s work appears in prestigious publications around the globe

By Annie Hammock, Managing Editor September 26, 2023

Photojournalism professor Julia Rendleman has amassed a considerable portfolio of professional publications since she began teaching in the School of Journalism and Advertising last year. Her work has...

SIU welcomes back families with annual Family Weekend events 

SIU welcomes back families with annual Family Weekend events 

By Annalise Schmidt, Staff Reporter September 26, 2023

Family Weekend will once again be taking place on campus Sept. 28 through Oct. 1, allowing families to enjoy many events such as a craft fair, an outdoor showing of Super Mario Bros., Greek Sing and an...

After wrongful imprisonment in Philippines, SIU prof uses research to advocate for reforms

After wrongful imprisonment in Philippines, SIU prof uses research to advocate for reforms

By Tim Crosby, Staff Reporter September 19, 2023

Seven long years in a Philippines jail – accused of a crime he didn’t commit, which the court there would eventually clear him of – taught Southern Illinois University Carbondale researcher Raymund...

Graduate student and Saluki basketball guard Jovan Stulic helps support the community by picking up trash in the local neighborhoods Sept. 13, 2023 in Carbondale, Illinois. Nicole Fox | @fox.flicks

Students find many benefits in volunteering

By Ryan Grieser, Staff Reporter September 19, 2023

While oftentimes overlooked, one of the most impactful things that college students can do to better themselves and their community during their time at school is volunteer. Hundreds of SIU students...

Several alpacas hang out near the fence at Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch September, 8 2023 in Makanda, Ill.

Have a wild and wooly weekend at annual Alpaca Farm Days 

By Annalise Schmidt, Staff Writer September 19, 2023

Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch in Makanda, Illinois, is hosting National Alpaca Farm Days on Sept. 23 and 24. The ranch is owned by the mother-daughter duo, Judy Hoepker and Morgan Stevenson, who have organized...

What’s in a name: Morris Library

What’s in a name: Morris Library

By Jonathan Warda, Guest Reporter September 13, 2023

The Morris Library is not only a prominent landmark on campus, it is a tribute to the lasting legacy of its namesake: Delyte W. Morris. SIU archivist Matt Gorzalski said, “I think the school would...

Vienna High School superintendent looks ahead with students in mind.

Vienna High School superintendent looks ahead with students in mind.

By Ethan Holder, Guest Reporter September 13, 2023

Vienna High School superintendent Joshua Stafford says he wants to help his students, not just now, but for tomorrow. “[I’m] not preparing students for my past, I'm preparing them for their future,”...

The Salukis take the field for the first game of the season as they face Austin Peay at home Sept. 2, 2023 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Bring back the Wheel! Salukis aim for revenge in rivalry game against SEMO

By Howard Woodard, Sports Reporter September 13, 2023

It was a tough pill to swallow last season when the Southeast Missouri State (SEMO) Redhawks stole a win and “The Wheel” at Saluki Stadium via a last-second touchdown. It left Saluki players, coaches...

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