Serving the Southern Illinois University community since 1916.

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

ATC makes hiring revisions

By Adie Applegate February 19, 2014

New revisions in the air traffic control hiring process could level the playing field for SIU students.The Federal Aviation Administration announced new revisions for the air traffic control hiring process...

District 115 candidates voice stances: Tony Mayville

By Luke Nozicka February 19, 2014

Tony Mayville is one of two Democratic candidates seeking the nomination for the 115th District seat in the Illinois House of Representatives.He was born in East St. Louis and has lived in Washington County...

Grotto jazz lights alive

Grotto jazz lights alive

By Jake Saunder February 19, 2014

Every Thursday evening, the sounds of jazz rise up from beneath the Newell House.The trio of Ron Coulter, Jim Wall and Mel Goot have a standing gig at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays for about a year in The Grotto...

Library classes now cutting edge

By Zach McGinnis February 19, 2014

The traditional classroom may become extinct given the popularity of the new renovations to Morris Library.From the projector screens to the desks, everything seems to be designed to make life easier for...

District 115 candidates voice stances: Bill Kilquist

By Matt Daray February 19, 2014

Democrat Bill Kilquist is one of the two candidates seeking the nomination for the 115 District seat in the Illinois House of RepresentativesV.As a former sheriff and police officer, Kilquist has strong...

Staff council to expand leadership

By Karsten Burgstahler February 19, 2014

Membership on the Administrative Professional Staff Council could soon grow by at least five employees.The council voted Wednesday to move forward with discussions to revamp its membership. Presently,...

ABPsi breaks down stereotype hype

By Kia Smith February 18, 2014

Stereotypes can be profitable in Hollywood, where film directors such as Tyler Perry and his Madea franchise reap most of the benefits, bringing in more than $52 million a year.The Association of Black...

Debose for campaign manager

By Zach McGinnis February 18, 2014

In a time where it is difficult to get students interested in politics, one student goes above and beyond.Joe DeBose, a junior from Eldorado studying political science, has been involved in more than 30...

Salukis strike out Austin Peay

By Aaron Graff February 18, 2014

The Saluki baseball team defeated Austin Peay State University Tuesday while recording the most strikeouts in one game since pitching coach P.J. Finigan recorded 17 in 2005.SIU defeated the Governors 14-4...

Varughese Vigil

Varughese Vigil

February 18, 2014

Big Muddy film festival continues to flow

Big Muddy film festival continues to flow

By Jake Saunder February 18, 2014

When the 36th annual Big Muddy Film Festival begins competition screenings Wednesday, artists from around the world will let their light shine in the darkened screening rooms.The festival consists of films...

Mail call

Mail call

By Matt Daray February 18, 2014

Donavon Forquer, a senior from Carterville studying English, walks his mail delivery route Tuesday behind the Physical Plant. Forquer is one of roughly 20 people working to provide mail for the entire...

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