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Serving the Southern Illinois University community since 1916.

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Serving the Southern Illinois University community since 1916.

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Caden Reeves, defensive lineman for SIU, prepares to kick a field goal in a game against Missouri State University Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU quarterback, Nic Baker, runs through Missouri State University's defense Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU cornerback, David Miller, jumps to catch an interception in a game against Missouri State University Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale Ill. Missouri State University defeated the Salukis 38-28.

Jordan Berner, defensive end for SIU, tackles a Missouri State University player Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Justin Strong, SIU running back, receives a pass from Nic Baker to run and score SIU's first touchdown of the game against Missouri State University Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Dre Newman, SIU center back, lunges over a Missouri State University player for possession over the ball Nov. 6, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

[Photo] Saluki Football loses second-straight to underdog Missouri State

November 6, 2021
Rent One Park sits empty Oct. 17, 2021 in Marion, Ill. On Wednesday October 6, 2021, the owners of the Southern Illinois Miners, Jayne and John Simmons announced their retirement from professional baseball.

Rent One Park sits empty Oct. 17, 2021 in Marion, Ill. On Wednesday October 6, 2021, the owners of the Southern Illinois Miners, Jayne and John Simmons announced their retirement from professional baseball.

Photographs of famous rock and roll artists hang on the wall in the entryway to the University Museum's Rocked and Rolled exhibit Oct. 16, 2021 at the University Museum's North Hall in Carbondale, Ill.

Women's Center members pose with their signs at the March for Reproductive Rights Oct. 2, 2021 at the Carbondale Civic Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Activists listen to speakers at the March for Reproductive Rights while holding a sign that reads "STOP THE BANS!" Oct. 2, 2021 at the Carbondale Civic Center in Carbondale, Ill.

[Photo] People of Carbondale march against the attack on reproductive rights

October 2, 2021
Izaiah Hartrup, wide receiver, catches a pass Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Izaiah Hartrup, wide receiver, runs the ball for a kickoff return in a game against Illinois State University Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill. After being down in the first half of the game, the Salukis came back to defeat the Redbirds 35-17.

Justin Strong runs to the end zone for a 12 yard touchdown Sept. 18, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill. The Salukis defeated the Dayton Flyers 55-3 in Saturday's game.

[Photo] All Dawgs: Salukis crush Dayton Flyers in home opener 55-3

September 19, 2021
Javon Williams Jr., running back, pushes through the Flyer's defenses Sept. 18, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill. Following this play, Jerron Rollins scored a touchdown making the score 31-0.

Donnavan Spencer, running back, rushes towards the end zone in a game against The University of Dayton Sept. 18, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Justin Strong rushes past Dayton's defenses Sept. 18, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU's Spirit Team performs for fans Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

James Ceasar (2) holds the wheel with his teammates after defeating Southeast Missouri State University 47-21 Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

[Photo] Baker’s Big Day: SIU wins War-of-the-Wheel matchup over SEMO 47-21

By Joseph Bernard, Staff Reporter
September 3, 2021
A plane prepares to takeoff Sept. 3, 2021 at SIU Automotive Technology in Murphysboro, Ill.

[Photo] Aviation History Month spotlight on SIU School of Aviation

November 12, 2021
Tyne Haverkate inspects a propeller Sept. 3, 2021 at SIU Automotive Technology in Murphysboro, Ill.

Tyne Haverkate does a preflight check Sept. 3, 2021 at SIU Automotive Technology in Murphysboro, Ill.

The SIU Transportation Education Center building faces the runway Sept. 3, 2021 in Murphysboro, Ill.

Tyce Daniel (3) receives the ball in the War for the Wheel game against Southeast Missouri State University Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

[Photo] Salukis thrilled to be back home before a big crowd

September 18, 2021
Justin Strong (5) runs the ball into the end zone to score for the Salukis in a game against Southeast Missouri State University Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo. Strong's touchdown put the Saluki's ahead of the Redhawks, 28-7.

Avante Cox (11) receives a ninety-nine yard pass from Nic Baker (8) to score the first touchdown in a game against Southeast Missouri State University Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

The Artist's Loft sits empty at the Varsity Aug. 27, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. "The Artist's Loft is to be a recording studio for anybody who wants to help us maintain relevant stock of shareable media, while also producing stuff that they want to take and carry with them." Nathan Colombo said.

Cars pass the Varsity Center Aug. 27, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. "The Varsity Center is a special place where we're trying to do special things[...] we want to deliver performative value to audiences." Nathan Colombo said. Colombo has served on the board of directors for the Varsity Center since 2016.

One of three busses used to transport community members to and from the Dentmon Center Aug. 23, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

The stage at the Dentmon Center Aug. 23, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. The stage has been converted into a temporary classroom, as well as a basketball court for youth.

Future theatre, art, dance, and recording studio at the Dentmon Center Aug. 23, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Exterior of the Justin Dentmon Athletic Center Aug. 23, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. The Dentmon Center was formally the building for Carbondale Community High School.

Keshanna's friends stand beside her memorial Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall at SIU.

Southern Illinois University community release balloons in memory of Keshana "Shanna" Jackson Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall.

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Father Brown gives words of encouragement to the SIU community at Keshanna "Shanna" Jackson's vigil Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall.

Matt Wilson of Southern Illinois Unity Coalition sings Amazing Grace as Keshanna "Shanna" Jackson's friends mourn Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall.

Koran Snulligan (right) shares fond memories of Shanna as Father Brown and Todd Bryson console him Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall. Snulligan was Shanna's childhood friend.

Shanna's friends mourn over her memorial at her prayer vigil Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall.

Mourners place photo of Shanna on tree Aug. 22, 2021 at Davie's Hall.

SIU community members arrive at vigil for Shanna Jackson Aug. 22, 2021.

Shanna's friend lays flowers on memorial Aug. 22, 2021.

Zachary Boehl, Executive Vice-President of SIU's USG, poses for a portrait Aug. 16, 2021 at SIU. "One thing I'm definitely excited about, is getting the new USG senate up and running, I always enjoy forming new teams" Boehl said.

Some of the Daily Egyptian staff pose with the goats during goat yoga on April 17, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Some of the Daily Egyptian staff pose with the goats during goat yoga on April 17, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

[Photo] A girl’s love of animals kick starts her goat business

April 29, 2021
Jamilah Lewis, Daily Egyptian reporter, holds a goat during the staff goat yoga event on April 17, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

George Wiebe, Daily Egyptian reporter, holds a goat during the staff goat yoga event on April 17, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Nico Sánchez-Barberán and Gloria Inés Orozco Dorado play a duet Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Sánchez-Barberán and Dorado are professional musicians and play duets under the name The Two of Us. The duo has played in Mexico, the United States, and Columbia.

[Photo] SIU’s International Festival Talent Show: Showcase of Gifts from around the World

April 18, 2021
Nico Sánchez-Barberán and Gloria Inés Orozco Dorado play a duet Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Sánchez-Barberán and Dorado are professional musicians and play duets under the name The Two of Us. The duo has played in Mexico, the United States, and Columbia.

Gloria Inés Orozco Dorado plays the Clarinet Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Dorado is an international student from Columbia.

Nico Sánchez-Barberán and Gloria Inés Orozco Dorado play a duet Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Sánchez-Barberán and Dorado are professional musicians and play duets under the name The Two of Us. The duo has played in Mexico, the United States, and Columbia. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

Daniel Rodríguez takes a photo Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Rodríguez is the president of the Latin American Student Association at SIU, winning first place at the talent show with a music video the association created.

Daniel Rodríguez adjusts a prop Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Rodríguez is a MFA student in the department of Mass Communications and Media Arts. The video he created included people from Columbia, Peru, Mexico, Costa Rica, Brazil, Honduras, Venezuela, and El Salvador.

Ashley Zhao sings Neng Bu Neng in Mandarin Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Zhao said that international students are well welcomed on the SIU campus, crediting much of that to the work of the Center for International Education (CIE).

Arunima Aindrila performs a traditional Bangledeshi dance Saturday, April 10, 2021 at SIU. Aindrila submitted two different dances as her entry for the International Festival Talent Show, which was held virtually this year.

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Vinni Massaglia (10) hits a home run in a game against Austin Peay State University Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at SIU. Massaglia’s home run during the first inning allowed himself, as well as Nick Neville (9) to score for the Salukis.

Tristan Peters (6) hits the ball in a game against Austin Peay State University Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at SIU.

[Photo] Behind 7 RBIs from Archer, Salukis power past Austin Peay

April 6, 2021
Nick Neville (9) slides into third base in game three against University of Arkansas Sunday, March 28, 2021 at SIU. Philip Archer (44) hit a single, allowing Neville to run home and score for the Salukis.

[Photo] Salukis drop first series of the year to Little Rock

March 28, 2021
The Salukis rush to celebrate with Brad Hudson (4) in game three against University of Arkansas Sunday, March 28, 2021 at SIU. Hudson had just scored a home run.

The Salukis congratulate Tristan Peters (6) in game one against University of Arkansas Friday, March 26, 2021 at SIU. Peters had just dove for, and caught, a fly ball.

Tristan Peters (6) hits a single and runs to first in game one against the Little Rock Trojans Friday, March 26, 2021 at SIU. Peters’ hit allowed two runners to make it home.

Evan Martin (2) hits a double in game one against University of Arkansas Friday, March 26, 2021 at SIU. With all three bases loaded from walked batters, Martin’s hit scored two for the Salukis.

Brian Piller, a senior in Industrial Design Program, works on his iPad Thursday, March 18, 2021 at SIU. Piller is expecting to graduate this Spring as SIU prepares for it’s in-person commencement ceremony. “An in-person ceremony is one last chance to be in the same place with your graduating class, and to look back on all that you’ve done together,” Piller said.

[Photo] Commencement ’21: Seniors share thoughts on in-person plans

By Elena Schauwecker, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2021
Dairy Queen’s neon sign lights up along U.S. Route 51 Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Carbondale Ill.

[Photo] Iconic Dairy Queen loses franchise; operator optimistic about site’s future

By Mo Collar, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2023
People gather before the protest march through Carbondale, I'll. on the one year anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death Saturday, March 13, 2021.

Dennis Conolly, left, and Georgean Hartzog stand with their signs ready before the protest on the one year anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Naomi Love, Ella Howard, and Benjamin Whaley congregate before the protest on the one year anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU sophomore, Max Ransom, dives in a meet against Missouri State University Saturday, Mar. 6, 2021 at the SIU Student Recreation Center. Ransom specializes in the butterfly and freestyle events.

SIU junior, Anna Stephan, dives into the water in a meet against Missouri State University Saturday, Mar. 6, 2021 at the SIU Student Recreation Center.

[Photo] Saluki men’s swimming and diving take home first place

March 6, 2021
SIU senior, Justina Lanni, races in a breaststroke event against Missouri State University Saturday, Mar. 6, 2021 at the SIU Student Recreation Center.

Mike Lilly irons clothing Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 at Horstman’s Cleaners & Furriers in Carbondale Ill. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

Horstman’s Cleaners & Furriers off of southbound Highway 51 Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 in Carbondale Ill. This is the second location Horstman’s has operated out of in the store’s history.

Katelyn Massa (99) celebrates with her teammates after scoring a home run in a game against Austin Peay State University Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at SIU.

Ashley Wood (15) races to first base after hitting a single in a game against Austin Peay State University Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at SIU.

Sidney Sikes (2) throws the ball to first base in a game against Austin Peay State University Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at SIU. The Salukis won the game 4-1.

Maddy Vermejan (27) hits the ball in a game against Austin Peay State University Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at SIU.

Gabby Walker (20) pushes past Missouri State University’s defense for a layup Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center.

[Photo] Bears defeat Salukis in Wednesday night matchup

February 24, 2021
Gabby Walker (20) pushes past Missouri State University’s defense for a layup Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center.

[Photo] Bears defeat Salukis in Wednesday night matchup

By Janae Mosby, Sports Reporter
February 24, 2021
Quivon Bledsoe trims Ryan Reed’s hair Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021, in Carbondale Ill. Inside Kampus Kuts, are several paintings and art pieces that showcase Carbondale’s environment and culture, including several basketball players from SIU.

Quivon Bledsoe works on Ryan Reed’s cut Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021, in Carbondale Ill. Bledsoe and Reed have been coworkers for the past four years.

Ashlyn Henrie (18) dribbles through Western Kentucky University’s defense Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU.

Madison Meiring (12) rushes in towards the goal in a game against Western Kentucky University Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU.

Kathryn Creedon (17) battles for the ball in a game against Western Kentucky University Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU.

[Photo] SIU women’s soccer team defeated 4-0 in season opener to Western Kentucky

February 20, 2021
Katy Quinn (15) races a player from Western Kentucky University for control over the ball Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU.

Alyssa Fallon (13) settles the ball in a game against Western Kentucky University Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU. SIU lost the game 4-0.

Kathryn Creedon (17) battles for the ball in a game against Western Kentucky University Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at SIU.

Moshe Anderson poses for a portrait Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. Anderson is the owner of Kampus Kuts, and has been operating the business for fifteen years. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

Quivon Bledsoe cuts Ryan Reed’s hair Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021, in Carbondale, Ill. Bledsoe has been a barber at Kampus Kuts since 2009 and is a Doctoral Candidate for the Rehabilitation Council program at SIUC.

A variety of tools in use at Kampus Kuts Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. “The barbershop is a pinnacle in the neighborhood. It’s always been a place for young men, older men, and children to come and get well groomed and also to get counseling advice… a place where men can be men…” Moshe Anderson, the shop’s owner, said. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

Kampus Kuts Barbershop and Salon Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021. Kampus Kuts is located just off of SIU Carbondale’s campus at 825 S. Illinois Ave. in Carbondale, Ill. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

[Photo] Kampus Kuts: a staple of the Black community

February 27, 2021
The interior of Kampus Kuts Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill. Quivon Bledsoe is a barber at Kampus Kuts who has been working there since 2017. Chris Bishop | @quippedmediallc

Head Coach, Bryan Mullins, instructs the team one last time before the end of the game against Illinois State University Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center.

Dalton Banks (3) goes for a layup against Illinois State University Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center.

Lance Jones (5) shoots the ball in game two against Illinois State University Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center. Jones played all 40 minutes for the Salukis.

Kyler Filewich (14) gets excited after scoring in a game against Illinois State University Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center.

[Photo] Athletics Director discusses how COVID-19 and budget cuts have affected the return of sports

February 15, 2021
Anthony D’Avanzo (33) shoots from the three point line in game two against Illinois State University (ISU) Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at the SIU Banterra Center. SIU won the game with a score of 59-49.

The Carbondale Terriers Varsity and Junior Varsity teams practice Monday, Feb. 9, 2021, at Carbondale Community High School. With Jim Miller as the Head Coach, the Carbondale Terriers have seen 424 wins and 10 regional championships across his 23 years with the team.

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