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Run, hide or fight for your life

By Dana Stoerger • October 4, 2014

A door is kicked open, and behind it is an assailant with a gun, do you run, hide or fight?ROTC cadets have to make this decision during active shooter drills to help the cadets learn how to react in dangerous...

DPS: Two of six suspects in custody

By Luke Nozicka • October 3, 2014

The SIU Department of Public has identified six suspects, two of which are in custody, in the attack of an individual Tuesday night by the Agriculture Building, a former student who says he is the victim...

Committee and community collaborate on structural ideas

By Marissa Novel • October 2, 2014

“Free Wifi” signs are already hanging in the windows of some businesses, but in the next few years one might be able to access it while walking down the strip instead of sipping coffee at Starbucks.Wireless...

Historic judge inspires students

By DE Staff • October 1, 2014

History was made this year when President Obama nominated Staci M. Yandle to serve as a federal judge for Illinois’ Southern District.Yandle came to the Lesar Law Building Monday for an event coordinated...

Garrett Webb, right a junior from Newton studying agriculture business receives instruction from Kevin Bach Tuesday at Kevins Archery Center in Ava. Bach, the owner of the archery shop said business had been hectic for the past month with the start of deer season for bow hunting beginning Wednesday. Its that time of year, youve gotta get your bow ready, he said. Webb had adjustments to his bow made by Kevin and other bow technicians at the shop who measured his arm span to adjust the drawback. Bach also gave Webb pointers for relaxing before releasing the arrow and being consistent. Webb said he plans to hunt this weekend. Kevins Archery Center focuses on each indivudal, offering personalized adjustments, and making custom strings on site. We try to make sure we take the time to work with one individual at a time until its done, said bow technician Chad Lipe. Bach said he had been in business for three years. I wanted to do something I liked when I eventually retire, because I know I wouldnt stop working. -Sarah Gardner

Rosin up your bow

By Sarah Gardner • October 1, 2014

Series of events to benefit library

By Gabriella Scibetta • October 1, 2014

Morris Library will be the focus of a fundraiser-filled month for new additions for the building.The Friends of Morris Library will hold many fundraisers throughout October, including a gala, a brunch,...

Carterville backfield fills large shoes

Carterville backfield fills large shoes

By Thomas Donley • October 1, 2014

The more things change for Carterville High School, the more they stay the same.The 2013 Lions featured Michael Aschemann as quarterback and Phillip Frangello as running back, who combined more than 4,000...

Saluki runners reunite with former coach

By Brent Meske • October 1, 2014

Not all cross-country meets are special, but when the Salukis travel to Notre Dame this weekend, they will be reunited with their former coach.Former SIU head coach Matt Sparks spent 12 years coaching...

Good eats and good grades

Good eats and good grades

By Nick Galindo • September 30, 2014

Matt Rendleman, associate professor of agribusiness and economics, grades papers and eats a sandwich Tuesday at Underground Barrel Room and Grill. The location, formally known as Chicago Underground Grille...

SIU students raise money for cancer research

By Muriel Berry • September 30, 2014

October is childhood cancer awareness month and various students are getting involved by raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Hospital through participating in the Up ‘til Dawn event.According to...

Man arrested in connection to previous campus threats

By Luke Nozicka • September 30, 2014

The man who federal law enforcement says is responsible for sending bomb threat letters to the university which caused the evacuation of more than 2,000 students from the Brush Towers in the middle of...

Professor: Can ‘Moneyball help Saluki basketball?

Professor: Can ‘Moneyball’ help Saluki basketball?

By Austin Miller • September 30, 2014

In basketball, the only numbers on the court used to be on the back of jerseys.A research group from the SIU math department is using the men's and women's basketball statistics to try and find ways the...

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