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Africana studies department faces uncertainty as enrollment remains low

By Tierra Carpenter, @Tierramc_

February 28, 2016

Kia Smith said there aren't many academic programs on campus that have taught her more about black culture than the Africana studies department. “This program is responsible for so many things that have shaped black culture at SIU. … If there wa...

SIU alumnus promotes music diversity in Carbondale with MMG artist

By Tierra Carpenter, @TierraMC_

January 26, 2016

Filed under City, Latest News

An artist signed to Rick Ross' music label will perform in Carbondale and his show will feature not only an SIU alumnus, but current students as well. Maybach Music Group artist Stalley will be at Hangar 9 on Wednesday thanks to ...