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Posterboard
Posterboard
October 2019 – March 2020 Oct 2019 – Mar 2020
Oct
13
Sun
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 13 – Oct 19 all-day
12:00 am
Tickets
You won’t want to miss this year’s homecoming, which takes place Oct. 13-19, as SIU celebrates its 150th anniversary in grand style. The university is commemorating its birth as a small teacher’s college and growth to become …

Continue reading "Homecoming"

Oct
15
Tue
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come see recently digitized historic film about Southern Illinois University from the University Archives.  This event is in recognition of SIU’s 150th anniversary.  Free and open to the public.”
Guyon Auditorium in Morris Library
Oct
17
Thu
Oct 17 @ 11:00 am
11:00 am
Tickets
With Southern Illinois University approaching its 150th anniversary, the SIU Alumni Association’s board of directors has laid the groundwork for a new structure on campus and launched a fundraising campaign to complete it by Homecoming …

Continue reading "Saluki Alumni Plaza Groundbreaking"

Between Pulliam Hall and Woody Hall
Oct
17
Thu
Oct 17 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Come out to the SIU Homecoming Block Party! This event is free to attend for community and students! There will be games, a DJ, a rock wall, photobooth, caricature artists, Mr. Twist- the balloon guy, …

Continue reading "150 Block Party"

Front of Pulliam Hall on Lincoln Drive
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
Come meet the Homecoming Court, the football team, Grey Dawg, and Brown Dawg! Free giveaways and pizza will be provided. Members of the SIU Alumni Association National Board of Directors will be introduced.
Faner Plaza
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come see the Saluki Women’s Volleyball team take on the Evansville Purple Aces!
Davies Gym
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 6:15 pm
6:15 pm
Tickets
Celebrate your 50-year reunion on Homecoming Weekend at SIU. The university is planning many activities, including your induction into the Half Century Club.
SIU Student Center, Ballroom D
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Yearly event during homecoming week where Greeks on campus showcase their organizations through step routines.
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Come watch Saluki soccer take on the SIUE Cougars!
Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Join your fellow Marching Salukis alumni for the annual SIU Alumni Band Group Reunion. It’ll be a weekend for reconnecting and reliving those band days. Food will be provided, as well as an open bar, …

Continue reading "SIU Alumni Band Group Reunion"

SIU Student Center, Renaissance Room
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
Tickets
Homecoming is a fabulous way to show your school spirit and promote your organization/group/company and SIU.
Downtown Carbondale
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
Come tailgate on Saluki Row before the Homecoming game! Carbondale in the ’80s and ’90s Tailgate Saluki Veterans Alumni Group Tailgate 
Saluki Row
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 2:00 pm
2:00 pm
Tickets
Come cheer on the Salukis as they take on the Youngstown State Penguins! Half-time will include the announcement of this year’s Homecoming King and Queen!
Saluki Stadium
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Come cheer on Saluki Volleyball against the Indiana State Sycamores!
Davies Gym
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come to the 47th Eboness Pageant, hosted by the Beta Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha!
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come to the grand opening of the new SIU Alumni Center!
Central Patio of Woody Hall
Oct
20
Sun
Oct 20 @ 12:00 pm
12:00 pm
Tickets
 
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
25
Fri
Oct 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Part of Carbondale’s “Fourth Friday Fair” series.  There will be live music, food court, kids’ activities and BYOB!
Carbondale’s Town Square Pavilion
Jan
14
Tue
Jan 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Joliet/Kankakee, Illinois"

Juliet's
Jan
15
Wed
Jan 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Wheaton/Glen Ellyn, Illinois"

Ivy's
Jan
17
Fri
Jan 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Chicago, Illinois"

Palmer House Hilton
Jan
23
Thu
Jan 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Rockford, Illinois"

Midway Village
Jan
25
Sat
Jan 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Bloomington/Normal, Illinois"

Feb
3
Mon
Feb 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Naples, Florida"

Naples Yacht Club
Feb
21
Fri
Feb 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Galena, Illinois"

Galena Center for the Arts
Feb
22
Sat
Feb 22 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
SIU is coming to Galena, and you’re invited! Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to celebrate Southern Illinois University’s 150th birthday. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Galena, Illinois"

Galena Center for the Arts
Feb
25
Tue
Feb 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Quincy, Illinois"

The Pier Restaurant
Feb
26
Wed
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Macomb, Illinois"

Chubby's
Feb
27
Thu
Feb 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Peoria, Illinois"

Embassy Suites
Mar
27
Fri
Mar 27 all-day
12:00 am
Tickets
Greetings alumni and friends of Southern Illinois University. As you may know, Southern Illinois University Carbondale has made some changes in light of the COVID-19 virus, including extending spring break and exploring options for online …

Continue reading "Ken Jennings"

October 2019 – March 2020 Oct 2019 – Mar 2020

Posterboard
Posterboard
October 2019 – March 2020 Oct 2019 – Mar 2020
Oct
13
Sun
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 13 – Oct 19 all-day
12:00 am
Tickets
You won’t want to miss this year’s homecoming, which takes place Oct. 13-19, as SIU celebrates its 150th anniversary in grand style. The university is commemorating its birth as a small teacher’s college and growth to become …

Continue reading "Homecoming"

Oct
15
Tue
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come see recently digitized historic film about Southern Illinois University from the University Archives.  This event is in recognition of SIU’s 150th anniversary.  Free and open to the public.”
Guyon Auditorium in Morris Library
Oct
17
Thu
Oct 17 @ 11:00 am
11:00 am
Tickets
With Southern Illinois University approaching its 150th anniversary, the SIU Alumni Association’s board of directors has laid the groundwork for a new structure on campus and launched a fundraising campaign to complete it by Homecoming …

Continue reading "Saluki Alumni Plaza Groundbreaking"

Between Pulliam Hall and Woody Hall
Oct
17
Thu
Oct 17 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Come out to the SIU Homecoming Block Party! This event is free to attend for community and students! There will be games, a DJ, a rock wall, photobooth, caricature artists, Mr. Twist- the balloon guy, …

Continue reading "150 Block Party"

Front of Pulliam Hall on Lincoln Drive
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
Come meet the Homecoming Court, the football team, Grey Dawg, and Brown Dawg! Free giveaways and pizza will be provided. Members of the SIU Alumni Association National Board of Directors will be introduced.
Faner Plaza
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come see the Saluki Women’s Volleyball team take on the Evansville Purple Aces!
Davies Gym
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 6:15 pm
6:15 pm
Tickets
Celebrate your 50-year reunion on Homecoming Weekend at SIU. The university is planning many activities, including your induction into the Half Century Club.
SIU Student Center, Ballroom D
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Yearly event during homecoming week where Greeks on campus showcase their organizations through step routines.
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Come watch Saluki soccer take on the SIUE Cougars!
Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex
Oct
18
Fri
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
7:00 pm
Tickets
Join your fellow Marching Salukis alumni for the annual SIU Alumni Band Group Reunion. It’ll be a weekend for reconnecting and reliving those band days. Food will be provided, as well as an open bar, …

Continue reading "SIU Alumni Band Group Reunion"

SIU Student Center, Renaissance Room
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
10:00 am
Tickets
Homecoming is a fabulous way to show your school spirit and promote your organization/group/company and SIU.
Downtown Carbondale
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
Come tailgate on Saluki Row before the Homecoming game! Carbondale in the ’80s and ’90s Tailgate Saluki Veterans Alumni Group Tailgate 
Saluki Row
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 2:00 pm
2:00 pm
Tickets
Come cheer on the Salukis as they take on the Youngstown State Penguins! Half-time will include the announcement of this year’s Homecoming King and Queen!
Saluki Stadium
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Come cheer on Saluki Volleyball against the Indiana State Sycamores!
Davies Gym
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come to the 47th Eboness Pageant, hosted by the Beta Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha!
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
19
Sat
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Come to the grand opening of the new SIU Alumni Center!
Central Patio of Woody Hall
Oct
20
Sun
Oct 20 @ 12:00 pm
12:00 pm
Tickets
 
Shryock Auditorium
Oct
25
Fri
Oct 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Part of Carbondale’s “Fourth Friday Fair” series.  There will be live music, food court, kids’ activities and BYOB!
Carbondale’s Town Square Pavilion
Jan
14
Tue
Jan 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Joliet/Kankakee, Illinois"

Juliet's
Jan
15
Wed
Jan 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Wheaton/Glen Ellyn, Illinois"

Ivy's
Jan
17
Fri
Jan 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Chicago, Illinois"

Palmer House Hilton
Jan
23
Thu
Jan 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Rockford, Illinois"

Midway Village
Jan
25
Sat
Jan 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Bloomington/Normal, Illinois"

Feb
3
Mon
Feb 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
5:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. John Jackson of …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Naples, Florida"

Naples Yacht Club
Feb
21
Fri
Feb 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Galena, Illinois"

Galena Center for the Arts
Feb
22
Sat
Feb 22 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
11:00 am
Tickets
SIU is coming to Galena, and you’re invited! Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to celebrate Southern Illinois University’s 150th birthday. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Galena, Illinois"

Galena Center for the Arts
Feb
25
Tue
Feb 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Quincy, Illinois"

The Pier Restaurant
Feb
26
Wed
Feb 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Macomb, Illinois"

Chubby's
Feb
27
Thu
Feb 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Tickets
Chancellor John M. Dunn invites you to CELEBRATE SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY’S 150TH BIRTHDAY. Catch up on exciting campus developments, meet alumni and friends, and commemorate 150 years of Saluki tradition, pride, and promise. Enjoy conversations, appetizers, …

Continue reading "SIU 150 Road Show – Peoria, Illinois"

Embassy Suites
Mar
27
Fri
Mar 27 all-day
12:00 am
Tickets
Greetings alumni and friends of Southern Illinois University. As you may know, Southern Illinois University Carbondale has made some changes in light of the COVID-19 virus, including extending spring break and exploring options for online …

Continue reading "Ken Jennings"

October 2019 – March 2020 Oct 2019 – Mar 2020