“Backward Thinking” Encouraged at SIUE Black Heritage Month Activity
“Black history is important to know, not just because I’m African American,” said Tavis Burton, a freshman majoring in business. “The past shapes who we are now and, in some cases, what we do. I know...
View ArticleSIUE Alum Named Executive of the Year in Manufacturing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville alumnus James Riley has been named a Worldwide Branding Executive of the Year in Manufacturing. Riley is president and chief executive officer of Laclede Chain...
View ArticleLeo Chears’ Jazz Music Legacy Lives On at SIUE’s Lovejoy Library
“Travel with me musically and discover new melodies as old as time …” began the late Leo Chears as he eloquently shared a poem during one of his jazz radio programs on WSIE (88.7 FM) in the...
View ArticleSIUE Nominated for Three Awards Celebrating the Best in the Region
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has once again captured the attention of the St. Louis Regional Chamber for its innovativeness and excellence in programming and special units. The University...
View ArticleRalph Axtell Series to Mark Darwin Day at SIUE
A professor of anatomy hopes to resurrect dinosaurs – flesh and all – in the minds of audiences at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.Lawrence M. Witmer, PhD, Chang Ying-Chien Professor of...
View ArticleEddie the Cougar Spreads the #SIUELove
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s beloved mascot Eddie the Cougar spread the #SIUELove around campus ahead of Valentine’s Day!Eddie surprised students, faculty and staff with handmade...
View ArticleFrederick Douglass’ Numerous Renditions of His Narrative Displayed at SIUE
Several publications of a critical work from one of the country’s most notable social reformers, orators, abolitionists and ex-slaves were displayed at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. “I...
View ArticleScience Olympiad at SIUE Boasts Increased Participation, Student Success
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville was abuzz on Saturday, Feb. 13, as more than 450 students from 21 area schools demonstrated their advanced science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)...
View ArticleAfrican Week Opens at SIUE
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s African Students Association (ASA) held its opening ceremony for African Week on Tuesday in the Morris University Center. “We want to raise consciousness...
View ArticleNCERC Biofuels Team Takes Research Message on the Road
The NCERC at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville team will crisscross the country in coming months, networking with biofuels industry leaders and identifying new research collaborators.In March,...
View ArticleSIUE Alumna Leads by Example, Promotes Interest in Structural Engineering
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville alumna Stephanie Spann’s passion for building and creating began at a young age. As she matured, she continued to develop a love for buildings, architecture...
View ArticleSIUE’s Neath Receives Distinguished Going Award, Explores Belief vs. Evidence
When is something proven? When has truth been established? Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Andrew Neath, PhD, is using his statistical expertise to answer those questions.Neath, professor...
View ArticleEsteemed SIUE Alumnus Receives Living Legend Award
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville alumnus Edward Hightower, PhD, is the recipient of a 2016 Madison County Living Legends Community Service Award. The award acknowledges those who have...
View ArticleSIUE Senior Named National Award Winner in Health Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville senior Corinne Goodall has achieved the Outstanding Undergraduate Major of the Year award through the University’s Health Education program. The award is...
View ArticleCampus Kitchen at SIUE “Raises the Dough” for Community Outreach
Campus Kitchen at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville performs community service by donating food to those in need. However, it is in need of public support to purchase items required for food...
View ArticleBlack Women’s Natural Hair Styles on Display at SIUE
Black hair – in all of its glory and natural styles – was on display Wednesday, Feb. 17 at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.A series of nine display panels highlighted images of various...
View ArticleSIU School of Dental Medicine Celebrates Children’s Dental Health Month
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Dental Medicine (SDM) is placing special emphasis on community outreach to a young audience throughout February for National Children’s Dental...
View ArticleSIUE’s Fourth Annual Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day Draws Hundreds
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville hosted its fourth annual “Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day” Saturday, Feb. 20, in the SIUE School of Engineering...
View ArticleSIUE School of Business Alumni Earn “Top Lawyer” Distinction
Six Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Business alumni are being hailed among the best lawyers in the Metro East. The counselors were voted upon by their peers through a survey...
View ArticleAfrican Food, Dance and Drama Make for a Cultural Night at SIUE
Some of the food, attire and customs from African countries were transported Saturday, Feb. 20 to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The SIUE African Student Association (ASA) hosted Africa...
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