#SalukiPride Archives - Page 11 of 26

February 10, 2022

#SalukiPrideSaluki Pride: For Kathy Elson, adaptability, positivity and straightforwardness are key

As an academic adviser for four majors and 16 specializations within the College of Agricultural, Life, and Physical Sciences, Kathy Elson takes on many roles. She is a “life coach, mentor, and great listener” for the students, said Susan Graham, senior business manager within the college.

Pete Rosenbery

February 7, 2022

#SalukiPrideSIU faculty documentary on childhood trauma caused by racism earning acclaim

Students at Southern Illinois University Carbondale have the opportunity to learn — and interact daily — with internationally recognized faculty who not only are gifted instructors but also talented artists such as Pirooz Kalayeh.

Pete Rosenbery

February 4, 2022

#SalukiPrideSIU program uses countries as classrooms about ancient times

Southern Illinois University Carbondale students and community members have an opportunity this June to learn about ancient history in interdisciplinary, team-taught, hands-on excursions to Greece and Turkey or Egypt and explore life’s great questions such as democracy and the afterlife.

Pete Rosenbery

January 27, 2022

#SalukiPrideSaluki Pride: Carol Westerman-Jones brings warmth, patience and creativity in helping students

As an SIU Carbondale alumna and academic adviser in the College of Arts and Media, Carol Westerman-Jones knows…

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Saluki Pride: Richard Smith plays a pivotal role within Information Technology

Whether in person, virtually, or behind-the-scenes, Richard Smith plays an important role in keeping the university community safe…

Audrey Thompson

January 20, 2022

Pete Rosenbery

January 14, 2022

#SalukiPrideBenyas to lead all-state high school orchestra later this month

Edward M. Benyas has stood on many raised podiums throughout his career, directing orchestras featuring some of the…

Pete Rosenbery

January 13, 2022

#SalukiPrideSaluki Pride: Cara Doerr’s wide-ranging experience assists students, staff

A recent Leading, Empowering, Advocating and Developing (L.E.A.D.) selection, Cara Doerr has been with the university in a…

Christi Mathis

December 9, 2021

#SalukiPrideSaluki Pride: Stacye Saunders is a ‘selfless mentor and advocate’ for students

As double alumna of SIU, Stacye Saunders has an affinity for the university and the community.

Audrey Thompson

December 2, 2021

#SalukiPrideSaluki Pride: Meksem receives inaugural SIU System Inventor of the Year honor

The SIU Board of Trustees recently honored Khalid Meksem with the inaugural SIU System Inventor of the Year award. Meksem, a professor of genomics and genetics at SIU Carbondale, is an internationally recognized expert in the field of seed traits and nematodes resistance.

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Saluki Pride: Jan Thompson nominated for Chicago/Midwest Emmy

Jan Thompson, director and professor of the School of Journalism and a professor in the College of Arts and Media, was recently nominated for a Chicago/Midwest Emmy in the Outstanding Achievement for Special Event category for her directing of “La Hija de Rappaccini,” a livestream Chicago Opera Theater production performed April 24 at the Chicago Field Museum.

Pete Rosenbery

November 18, 2021