Saluki Insider: Three SIU student-athletes share the best and worst parts of the job
By Tāmar Mosby, Sports Editor
January 24, 2020
Many people think that student athletes have it easy when it comes to having their education paid for while doing something they enjoy, but being a collegiate athlete is easier said than done. A taxing workload, mental and physical fatigue, and little free-time are just a few things that can take the enjoyment out of a sport for any athlete.
Opinion: Top destinations in southern Illinois
By Juniper Oxford, Staff Reporter
January 20, 2020
Southern Illinois is a treasure trove of history, natural formations, unique businesses and fascinating find-its. These are some of the best destinations in southern Illinois for travelers and native Illinoisans alike.
Women in the sports world: We deserve more respect
By Tamar Mosby, Sports Editor
January 17, 2020
Sports is something that is universally enjoyed by people of all kinds. While this rings true, it is a fantasy that sports create equity among the masses.
Editorial: Student newspapers and consenting to learn in public
By Rana Schenke, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2020
No matter their goals or skills, for students who make up the Daily Egyptian staff, the job is a learning experience.
Oscar Nominations: Netflix, Joker Out On Top
By Kyler Guebert, Staff Writer
January 14, 2020
The nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards have been announced and they are full of snubs and surprises.
“1917” A cinematic feat for the ages
By Kyler Guebert, Staff Writer
January 13, 2020
“1917” popped up on many top 10 lists at the end of 2019 and a week prior to its nationwide release, it earned the Best Director and Best Picture Drama prizes at the Golden Globes.
Ending the decade with a bang: A ranking of the top films of 2019
By Kyler Guebert, Staff Writer
January 1, 2020
As the decade ends and awards season approaches, staff writer Kyler Guebert ranks the top films of 2019.
Farewell: A quiet ‘thank you’
By Emily Cooper, Editor in Chief
December 16, 2019
"A journalist doesn’t have to be the most outspoken, a journalist just needs to know when to speak," writes editor-in-chief Emily Cooper.
Avoiding black eyes and empty pockets: How to navigate this year’s Black Friday chaos
By Tamar Mosby, Staff Reporter
November 26, 2019
With Thanksgiving closing in on us, every deal hunter’s favorite holiday, Black Friday, is approaching as well. During Black Friday, shoppers are able to purchase things that may normally be very expensive and even things that are moderately priced at a discount.
Gus Bode’s top ten things to do after Thanksgiving (Hint: Sleep)
By Gus Bode, Staff Reporter
November 26, 2019
Since you can't sell Thanksgiving costumes to children (at least not successfully,) retailers often overlook one of the U.S.'s biggest holidays. Well, at least one of SIU's biggest, since we got a whole week off. Whether it's Black Friday shopping, seeing the latest Disney movie or asking where all the pumpkin pie went, we all have consistent rituals and habits every year after Thanksgiving. Here's our top 10 picks.
Questions you’ll end up dodging during Thanksgiving break
By Isabel Miller and Erin Douglas
November 25, 2019
Questions you'll end up dodging during Thanksgiving break
Thanksgiving watchlist: Parasite, Charlie’s Angels, more
By Kyler Guebert, Staff Writer
November 21, 2019
For much of my life, this last stretch of the year seems to be the time where I watch a lot of films, probably too many to be honest.
