Chancellor Vaughn Vandegrift addressed faculty and students Wednesday in the Morris University Center's Meridian Ballroom for the Chancellor's Report to the University. During his fifth address as chancellor, Vandegrift talked about the achievements of the university.… 1 Comment

The fact that racism does exist is the foundation of a wide-spread need for interracial communication according to Grant Irvine, Student Union for Racial Equality treasurer and senior mechanical engineering major. ?SURE is a recent addition to SIUE's student organizations.… Post the First Comment

Most local governments are trying to find a way to create jobs. SIUE has done it in the form of the new call center located in the School of Pharmacy. The SIUE Call Center started this year. The purpose of the call center is to contact alumni to let them know what is going on now and ask for donations.… 2 Comments

The cougar holds the pride of our school spirit and legacy as the SIUE mascot, but faculty and staff do not welcome the petite versions of this animal. Director of Facilities Management Bob Washburn said he opposes the presence of cats on campus and students' interactions with the animals.… 3 Comments

The SIUE Office of International Programs hosted the Study Abroad Fair in the Morris University Center's Goshen Lounge Tuesday showcasing various programs and universities that offer opportunities to travel for one's education. SIUE Travel Study Programs, including Italy, Turkey and Argentina, provided information regarding their respective opportunities.… 1 Comment

SIUE is continuing to go green this year, this time with some help from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The Environmental Resources Training Center, located on the north side of campus , recently learned that they would be receiving a wind-powered generator and 150 solar panels by the end of next semester.… Post the First Comment

Student Government is meeting Friday at 2 p.m. to discuss a travel request, an allocation request and two constitution reviews. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers is requesting the maximum amount for a travel request to a development conference.… Post the First Comment