Recent SIU News
Winners all around at SIU’s 2025 Homecoming
[SIUC] November 03, 2025
Huge crowds turned out for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s “Saluki Spooktacular” Homecoming 2025 drawn by nostalgia, lovely weather, a fun Halloween vibe and great activities galore, including a big block party, a Mariah the Scientist concert, a huge Carbondale Halloween Homecoming Music Street Festival and much more.
Join SIU for its 2025 First Generation College Celebration
[SIUC] November 03, 2025
A special celebration Nov. 5-13 will recognize a significant segment of the Southern Illinois University Carbondale student population – first generation Salukis. About two of every five SIU students are first generation, meaning they are the first in their immediate family to earn a bachelor’s degree, and they will be honored with a variety of special activities.
Muldrew and Shea Earn All-OVC Honors, Power SIUE to Record Finish
[SIUE] October 31, 2025
SIUE women's cross country finished in fifth place out of 11 teams in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship. This is the highest the women's team has ever placed since joining the OVC in 2012.
Christy Muldrew finished the women's 6k in third place with a time of 21:11.42, setting a new program record and beating her previous personal best...
Sustainability, Touch of Nature unification at SIU enhances commitment and mission
[SIUC] October 31, 2025
Bringing Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s sustainability efforts under the umbrella of Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center perfectly meshes with the school’s mission of education and outreach, officials said. As the integration moves forward, officials are seeking campus and public input on what the future of sustainability at SIU should look like.
SIU Student Speakers Forum on Nov. 6 looks at today’s influencers
[SIUC] October 31, 2025
In today’s bull rush of messages and opinions that look to sway people’s opinions, five Southern Illinois University Carbondale undergraduate students will share their thoughts on influence on Thursday, Nov. 6, in Morris Library’s John C. Guyon Auditorium.
Stuart Outlines Paths to Affordability, Access in SIUE Lifelong Learning Talk
[SIUE] October 30, 2025
Assistant Majority Leader Katie Stuart, who chairs the Illinois House Higher Education Committee and represents the 112th District, returned to her alma mater on Wednesday, Oct. 22 to talk about college affordability, student access and the state’s role in sustaining public higher education.
The presentation was part of the Office of...
Bozeman, Nieroda Earn OVC Honors
[SIUE] October 30, 2025
SIUE women's soccer standouts Sarah Bozeman and Claire Nieroda earned All-Newcomer awards Wednesday from the Ohio Valley Conference.
Bozeman, a junior goalkeeper from O'Fallon, Missouri, was among OVC leaders in saves with 89 and posted a 2.10 goals against average in 17 contests. During OVC play, she posted four shutouts and grabbed 40...
SIU among select U.S. schools to test young bulls for breeding potential
[SIUC] October 30, 2025
Thirty-four bulls have arrived at Southern Illinois University Carbondale to be evaluated over the next several months for desirable growth performance, carcass and genetic traits that can be passed down to offspring.
SIU’s International Guitar Festival features classical guitarist Marcos Vinicius
[SIUC] October 30, 2025
The 10th edition of the Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music International Guitar Festival on Saturday, Nov. 1, will feature internationally acclaimed Brazilian classical guitarist Marcos Vinicius.
SIU Health Law Moot Court to examine ADA, mental health issues
[SIUC] October 29, 2025
Law school students from around the country will compete this weekend as the Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School hosts the National Health Law Moot Court competition, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, to argue a fictitious case before the U.S. Supreme Court.
City of Carbondale, SIU to hold Veterans Day ceremony
[SIUC] October 29, 2025
To honor SIU and Southern Illinois veterans who served their country in the U.S. armed forces, the City of Carbondale and Southern Illinois University Carbondale will recognize Veterans Day on Nov. 11 at the flagpole at South Normal Avenue and West Grand Avenue on the SIU campus.
SIU’s Simon Institute co-hosts panel on the future of higher education in Illinois
[SIUC] October 29, 2025
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, in partnership with the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, will host a panel discussion Tuesday, Nov. 4, looking at the future of higher education in the state.
SIUE College of Arts and Sciences Launches Hansen Humanities Network
[SIUE] October 28, 2025
On Tuesday, August 26th, more than 60 students, faculty, staff, and administrators gathered in Lovejoy Library's Goshen Lounge to celebrate the launch of the Hansen Humanities Network established by a generous endowed gift from Julia Y. and Stephen L. Hansen to the College of Arts and Sciences.
Highlighting the Hansen’s many...
SIUE History Students Digitize Rare Historic Photographs, Offering Unique Window into Madison County's Past
[SIUE] October 28, 2025
A remarkable collection of photographs capturing life in Madison County from the 1890s through the 1930s is now accessible to the public, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville history students and staff from SIUE’s Louisa H. Bowen University Archives and Special Collections.
Students in the...
SIUE Student News Organization, The Alestle, Wins 18 National College Journalism Awards for General Excellence, Reporting
[SIUE] October 28, 2025
The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s student news organization, recently won 18 national awards during MediaFest 25, the annual convention for student journalists and industry professionals sponsored by the Associated Collegiate Press and College Media Association, held this year in Washington, D.C.
The...
SIU School of Art and Design 2025 Iron Pour is Nov. 8
[SIUC] October 28, 2025
A lecture by internationally known mixed media sculptor Joseph Bigley is part of this year’s free, annual fall cast iron pour activities by students in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Art and Design sculpture program.
Illinois Film and TV Workforce Training Program Launched at SIUE
[SIUE] October 27, 2025
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Department of Mass Communications is lighting up new opportunities in the state’s growing film and television industry. With a supporting grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), SIUE is launching a Film and TV Workforce Training Program to...
SIUE Graduate School Awards Honor Outstanding Students and Faculty Research Contributions and Support
[SIUE] October 27, 2025
The SIUE Graduate School held their annual Fall Awards Reception on Tuesday, Oct. 21, honoring recent graduate student awardees as well as faculty excellence in supporting graduate students.
Graduate student awardees included the 2025 recipients of the Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award and the Outstanding Thesis Award. Maria Zahoor, current...
Explore SIUE’s Graduate and Professional Programs During November 17 Open House
[SIUE] October 27, 2025
Individuals interested in advancing their education or taking their careers to the next level are invited to explore Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s wide variety of graduate and professional programs at its upcoming, in-person Open House event.
Hosted from 4-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, in the Morris University...
SIU University Honors, Craft Shop host pumpkin carving for Dome Glow
[SIUC] October 27, 2025
Sharpen your creative skills as Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s University Honors Program and the SIU Craft Shop host a free pumpkin carving session on Wednesday, Oct. 29.
Prospective students invited to SIU’s Open House on Nov. 7
[SIUC] October 27, 2025
Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites high school students, prospective transfer students and their families to the next Open House from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 7.
SIU School of Music’s “Halloween Pops” to entertain all ages
[SIUC] October 24, 2025
The sounds in the late October night won’t be frightening as the Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music presents its annual Halloween Pops concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, in Shryock Auditorium.
‘Ajax in Iraq’ to address trauma and cost of war at SIU’s McLeod Theater
[SIUC] October 24, 2025
A play with parallel narratives about people living through trauma and the toll exacted by war is set for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s McLeod Theater, Nov. 6-9.
SIUE School of Business Hosts First Combined Advisory Board Meeting and Social at The Wedge
[SIUE] October 23, 2025
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) School of Business recently hosted a dynamic Advisory Board Meeting and Social, bringing together members from across the School’s various advisory boards for an evening of collaboration, networking, and celebration. The event, held at The Wedge—one of the...
Get tickets now for SIU’s legendary Buffalo Tro on Nov. 21
[SIUC] October 23, 2025
Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center’s annual Buffalo Tro, set for Nov. 21, is both a cherished tradition and an evening filled with good food, sharing stories around the campfire and fun.
Winter Session and Spring 2026 Registration Dates
[SIUE] October 22, 2025
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will open registration for Winter Session and Spring 2026 later this month.
Registration for Spring 2026 will roll out by class level beginning Monday, October 27, and continuing into early November. Registration opens for all students, including visiting students, Thursday, November 6. Registration...
‘Collective effort’ powers SIU Flying Salukis to 14th straight regional title
[SIUC] October 22, 2025
The Southern Illinois University Carbondale Flying Salukis will return to familiar surroundings in May after capturing a 14th straight National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region VIII title.
SIU’s Paul Simon Institute to host Metro East Youth Leadership Weekend
[SIUC] October 22, 2025
Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will host the 20th Metro East Youth Leadership Weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26.
Former SIU football standout to serve as grand marshal for 2025 homecoming parade
[SIUC] October 21, 2025
Outstanding Salukis past and present will ensure Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 2025 Saluki Spooktacular homecoming celebration is one of the best.
Student Dispatch: East St. Louis Center’s Building Futures Program Guides Isabella Robinson Through SIUE Journey
[SIUE] October 20, 2025
Isabella Robinson is a first-year student at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She joined the SIUE East St. Louis Center’s Building Futures (BF) Program while in foster care. She looks forward to graduating and a career in healthcare.
Why did you or your family choose the Building Futures Program?
I was...
SIUE Music Series Continues on Edwardsville Campus
[SIUE] October 20, 2025
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s music ensembles, comprised of talented SIUE students and faculty, have scheduled a month of October performances.
Conducted by Michael Mishra, DA, Director of Orchestral Studies, this past Friday evening at Dunham Hall Theater, the SIUE Symphony Orchestra performed works by Sibelius and...
Zach Renz Wins Jack Blake Award
[SIUE] October 20, 2025
SIUE men's soccer redshirt junior midfielder Zach Renz was named as the newest recipient of the prestigious Jack Blake Award.
Renz is the 26th recipient of the award, named for SIUE Hall of Famer Jack Blake. Renz has appeared in 41 career games, including all 33 over the last two seasons.
Thursday, Renz netted his first career goal, the...
SIU School of Music choral festival showcases high school vocalists Oct. 23
[SIUC] October 20, 2025
More than 200 high school students from throughout the region will hone their choral skills in workshops this week at Southern Illinois University Carbondale before performing as part of the School of Music’s high school choral festival.
U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski Engages SIUE Nursing Students in Roundtable on Workforce, Access and Community Health
[SIUE] October 17, 2025
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s School of Nursing welcomed U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) on Monday, Oct. 13, for an engaging roundtable discussion with nursing students focused on workforce challenges, medical access and the future of the profession. The event allowed emerging nurses who are already shaping the...
