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The Daily Egyptian

Serving the Southern Illinois University community since 1916.

The Daily Egyptian

Serving the Southern Illinois University community since 1916.

The Daily Egyptian

Freshman fullback Hans Carmien laughs with teammates Saturday during the second half of the Southeast Missouri State University game at Saluki Stadium. Carmien is the youngest offensive starter for the Salukis this season.Nathan Hoefert • Daily Egyptian

Redshirt freshman fills in at fullback

By Tony McDaniel September 16, 2014

Ray Agnew's graduation left SIU with a hole on offense that has been filled by a freshman.Redshirt Hans Carmien stepped in for the Salukis at fullback. In three games he has just 2 catches, but has already...

Salukis sweep Skyhawks on the road

Salukis sweep Skyhawks on the road

By Aaron Graff September 16, 2014

SIU volleyball has its longest winning streak of the season heading into conference play.The Salukis (5-6) defeated the University of Tennessee-Martin (5-6) in three sets Tuesday night for the last midweek...

Tenure granted to 28 professors in 2014

By Austin Miller September 15, 2014

In sports, players are required to fulfill rookie deals before getting the big bucks, but in education, professors often set their sights on becoming tenured.David DiLalla, associate provost for academic...

SIU investigates Yik Yak app

By Luke Nozicka September 15, 2014

University spokesperson Rae Goldsmith said the university is investigating Yik Yak because of inappropriate posts on the social media application.She said the university is looking into the app, but could...

Police make arrest connected to burglary

By Branda Mitchell September 15, 2014

A suspect was arrested Friday morning after police received information about a gun that connected him to a residential burglary.Malik Wright, 19, of Carbondale, was apprehended when officers learned he...

Rosignol perseveres through injury

By Aaron Graff September 14, 2014

It usually means the end of a season for an athlete after a torn ACL, but it doesn’t have to be the end of their career.Freshman volleyball player Alex Rosignol tore her ACL playing basketball in the...

P’urépechan Festival preserves tradition

By Chase Myers September 14, 2014

Cobden’s fifth-annual P’urépechan Festival took advantage of great weather last weekend, drawing a diverse crowd including people of P’urépechan and other cultures.The festival began in 2010 when...

Saluki SEAL receives SIU honor

By Jordan Duncan September 14, 2014

Although he left campus a decade ago, Navy SEAL William Bushelle left a lasting impression on his classmates and professors.Special Warfare Operator First Class Bushelle, who graduated from the university...

University recognized for veteran services

By Marissa Novel September 14, 2014

When leaving combat zones for classrooms, veterans must transition from military to student life, and Veterans Services is helping.The university was awarded the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Veteran...

Renowned physicist remembered in rotunda

By Jordan Duncan September 14, 2014

Academics and social activists shared tearful eulogies Saturday around a framed picture of a mentor, professor and community leader in Morris Library.The memorial commemorated Fazley Bary Malik, a professor...

‘Dolphin Tale 2’ is forgettable.

By Jacob Pierce September 14, 2014

STARS: 1 out of 5Usually, a theatrical sequel comes to films people have heard of.This does not mean the film has to be universally loved. Many terrible films are given terrible sequels.But for the most...

Playoffs could be in Salukis’ future

By Tony McDaniel September 14, 2014

After Its 53-20 win over SEMO, the Saluki football team is off to its best start since 2007.The Salukis’ passing game clicked Saturday night as Junior quarterback Mark Iannotti threw 6 touchdowns to...

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