Academics and Student Life Archives - Page 3 of 12

July 2, 2021

#SalukiPrideSIU architectural master’s degree graduate blazes a trail

After earning his degree in civil engineering from Virginia Tech in 1994, Matthew T. Bundy always planned to return to graduate school to pursue architecture. An initiative started in fall 2018 by Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Architecture made that possible.

Christi Mathis

June 25, 2021

#SalukiPrideCody Suddeth is SIU’s 2021 Student Employee of the Year

Cody Suddeth was determined to make the most of his college experience while attending Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The first-generation Saluki did that by getting involved in activities both on- and off-campus while also maintaining a 3.92 GPA and working in the undergraduate advisement office for the College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences.

Pete Rosenbery

June 18, 2021

#SalukiPrideBuilding their own legacy: SIU female aviators set to compete in air derby

For Vernecelyn Allen and five other Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Aviation female pilots, competing in the 2021 Air Race Classic is about building upon a legacy dating back to famed aviator Amelia Earhart in 1929.

Christi Mathis

May 26, 2021

#SalukiPrideSIU helps alleviate teacher shortage by paving the ways to careers for teens

Who will teach the children? That’s a question many school districts throughout Illinois are struggling to answer as they search for teachers to fill vacancies.

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Taking charge: SIU automotive course incorporating electric vehicle advances

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s automotive technology program isn’t taking a back seat as the country and automotive industry continue moving toward greater reliance on electric vehicles, or EVs.

Pete Rosenbery

May 24, 2021

Pete Rosenbery

May 5, 2021

#SalukiPrideDental hygiene students earn CDHC online certifications

Earning the Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC) certificate greatly touched Southern Illinois University Carbondale senior dental hygiene student Fatema Alharbi.