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Audrey Thompson

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Audrey Thompson
  • November 29, 2018

Leading the PackLeading the pack: From high school dropout to academic professor, Juntunen fosters new playwrights

    Growing up, Jacob Juntunen didn’t know exactly where life would take him, but academia was not on the top of his list. That is, until he stumbled upon the world of playwriting and suddenly found his calling.
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    Audrey Thompson
    • November 15, 2018

    ResearchStudents analyze drought to predict future problems

      About 38 percent of the contiguous United States suffered moderate to extreme drought conditions at the end of…
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      Audrey Thompson
      • November 12, 2018

      Leading the PackLeading the pack: Eayrs focuses on the students to help them achieve their dreams

        While Akami Eayrs’ job description might center on recruiting and admissions, she doesn’t stop there. Her goal is to find the perfect fit for every student in his or her educational, housing and financial decisions, and she is willing to get creative and go out of her way to do it.
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        Audrey Thompson
        • November 1, 2018

        ResearchStudent joins 49 year-old study to unearth better weed control practices

          Weeds are a continual challenge for food production. They compete with crops for valuable nutrients, space, sunlight and…
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          Harvey Henson
            • Leading the Pack

          Leading the Pack: Henson’s work prepares area for earthquake, students for STEM

            Harvey Henson has been shaking things up for years at SIU, first as geology researcher, where he got…
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            Audrey Thompson
            • November 1, 2018
            Audrey Thompson
            • October 25, 2018

            ResearchCougar, or not? Researchers use social media game to learn how accurately the public can identify the big cat as it expands its range

              When it comes identifying cougars, sometimes you can’t believe your eyes. That is to say, people often mistakenly…
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              Audrey Thompson
              • October 22, 2018

              Academics and Student LifeTry your hand at podcasting with new classes coming to campus

                Interested in learning a bit more about the podcasting world? Now is your chance to jump in, with…
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                Audrey Thompson
                • October 18, 2018

                ResearchFishing transformed through 3D printing and thanks to Saluki ingenuity

                  Every product starts with an idea. But then it needs a designer. An undergraduate student at Southern Illinois…
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                  Audrey Thompson
                  • October 10, 2018

                  EventsOctober is Sustainability Month

                    By Karen Schauwecker Sustainability Program Coordinator SIU is proud to participate in Campus Sustainability Month throughout October. This annual…
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                      • Leading the Pack

                    Leading the Pack: Kinsels’ chemistry lends itself to public, university service

                      Making career and family life work is always a challenge. Two researchers at SIU have not only figured out how to do that, but give a lot of extra time and service, too.
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                      Audrey Thompson
                      • October 4, 2018

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