Geory Kurtzhals leads the pack toward a more sustainable future at SIU
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Leading the pack: For Houghland, investing in students is a priority
Missy Houghland has seen SIU from many angles in her 13 years serving the university. Her view began…
Radford Leads the Pack as ‘Mom’ for CESL family
Her official job title at SIU may be Account Technician III for the Center for English as a…
Leading the Pack: Kevin Boucher gives a ‘very unique one-on-one’ experience to volunteers, audience
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Leading the Pack: Joyce Lee enjoys nothing more than nurturing the beautiful SIU campus
Spanning over 1,200 acres with more than 31 miles of sidewalks, 14 miles of roads and 12,340 parking spaces, the Southern Illinois University Carbondale campus and landscape requires near constant attention.
Leading the Pack: Students are always the priority for ‘Forestry Mom’ Patti Cludray
Every student needs someone to talk to while away from home. Thankfully, SIU forestry degree program students have Patti Cludray.
Leading the pack: Preparing students for long-term health is Nurse Phemister’s number one goal
When Mandy Phemister started her journey as a nurse in 1999, she wanted to do everything in her power to help those in need of extra care. That first led her to geriatric care, then women’s health, before she finally found her fit working with students at SIU’s Student Health Services.
Leading the pack: Lester helps students succeed in both their professional and personal life
Antyne Lester knows that success in college starts long before students walk into their freshman classrooms.
Leading the pack: Sally Wright loves helping people improve their quality of life through activity
Interacting with people and having a positive impact on their lives – that’s what Sally Wright loves most about her job with SIU’s Recreational Sports and Services.
Leading the pack: For Layla Murphy, college life should also include a little fun
While college life often focuses on strong academics and future career preparation, Layla Murphy thinks a little fun should also be in the mix. That is why she is hard at work planning parties, donut drops and coffee breaks to keep students excited and involved.