The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy (SOP) was recently awarded with the national Innovation in Teaching Award from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy for their innovative project, "Making an ‘ImPaCT (Improving Patient Care for Tomorrow)’: A longitudinal, required innovation curriculum to address practice-based problems.” The program is led by Kate Newman, PharmD, Director of Experiential Education and a clinical associate professor wit...
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SIUE Pharmacy Faculty and Staff Receive National Recognition in Teaching Innovation
26 July 2024, 2:45 PM
Alpha Sigma Tau Chapter at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Honored with Three National Awards
25 July 2024, 5:21 PM
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Alpha Sigma Tau’s Beta Eta Chapter at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville was recently recognized by the National Organization for demonstrating excellence within the 2022-2024 biennium. Awards were announced at Alpha Sigma Tau’s 45th National Convention in Portsmouth/Norfolk, Virginia, June 20-23, 2024.
The Beta Eta Chapter was recognized with the Financial Excellence Award, the Growth Improvement Award, and the Retention Excellence Award. The Financial Excellence Awa...
WalletHub Article Consults SIUE’s Jie Ying About Affordable Full Coverage Car Insurance
25 July 2024, 5:00 PM
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Ying offered insight for policyholders looking to minimize costs and discussed whether full coverage car insurance is a necessity or a luxury. He was one of...
SIUE Graduate School 2024 Research Grants for Research Doctoral Students Announced
25 July 2024, 4:05 PM
The recipients of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Graduate School’s 2024 Research Grants for Research Doctoral Students (RGRDS) awards have been selected.
The RGRDS program awards grants of up to $1000 on a competitive basis to support research/projects initiated and conducted by students of the SIUE EdD program, PharmD program, DNP programs, and the co-operative PhD programs to enhance their academic progress. The purpose of this program is to support the research of doctor...
Five Golfers Honored as Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars
25 July 2024, 3:15 PM
Five SIUE golfers have earned recognition as Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA). Anthony Ruthey, TJ Baker, Alex Eickhoff, Brady Kaufmann and Luke Ludwig have each been named a Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar.
Ruthey becomes the Cougars' first four-time honoree. Baker is receiving the award for the third time. Eickhoff and Ludwig are two-time honorees.
Since SIUE first became eligible for the Division I award, 26 Cougars have been honored a...
From Ghana to SIUE: Pearl Abredu's Inspiring Journey of Growth and Adaptability
24 July 2024, 5:07 PM
Pearl Abredu, a second-year graduate student in Applied Communication Studies at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, embodies the spirit of determination and cultural adaptability. Hailing from Ghana, Abredu’s journey to SIUE is a testament to her commitment to personal and professional growth, driven by a passion for communication and teaching.
Abredu’s academic journey began with a bachelor's degree in business administration, specializing in Human Resource Management...
Dr. Jerry Weinberg Retires from SIUE with a Lasting Gift
24 July 2024, 4:18 PM
Jerry Weinberg, PhD, a computer science professor, associate provost for research, and dean of the Graduate School at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, recently celebrated his retirement. During his farewell celebration, Jill Smucker, director of graduate education, presented him with a special gift from the Graduate School staff: one of his photographs, "In the Garden of Optimism," displayed in the Graduate School lobby, Rendleman Hall 2215. The photo will also become part of the SIUE ...
Inside SIUE's STEM Resource Center
24 July 2024, 3:23 PM
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville STEM Resource Center, located in Science East Room 1276, offers a wide range of resources, information, and tools useful for anybody at SIUE.
“Our goal is to be a main hub on campus and for the community to convey the excitement of STEM learning and discovery,” said Sharon Locke, PhD, SIUE STEM Center Director.
One of the main services of the STEM Resource Center is its lending library. Full of hands-on activities, materials, books, and...
SIUE Hosts Grant Program Designed, in part, to Improve Edwardsville Greenways
24 July 2024, 3:15 PM
Students from Across the Country Conduct Various Experiments During Residential Research Experience
Greenspaces are critical and the importance of understanding and enhancing them are equally significant, according to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Shannon McCarragher, PhD.
This summer, 10 students from universities across the country have been part of the Socio-Ecological Role of Greenways in Urban Systems (SERGUS) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) at SIU...
SIUE Shines in Solar Car Challenge: A Spectacular Pit Stop with Innovation and Camaraderie
23 July 2024, 5:10 PM
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The Electrek American Solar Car Challenge (ASC) made an exciting pit stop at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville on Sunday, July 22. More than a dozen cars participated in a seven-state endurance rally, and prior to their arrival on the SIUE campus students from SIUE School of Engineering had the opportunity to proudly showcase the innovative designs and functionality of the solar car and Cougar Baja vehicles during a live television report. As the ASC competitors and crowds began arrivi...
SIUE Upward Bound Program Breaks its Record during 5th Annual Blood Drive
23 July 2024, 4:05 PM
Program Helps Fill a Crucial Health Need in the Community
“More young people are needed to donate blood,” said 17-year-old Ashton Brazell, who sat with her right arm bandaged after giving blood on Friday, July 19.
Brazell was one of 14 donors who participated in Southern Illinois University Edwardsville TRIO Upward Bound (UB) EC/MLC Programs’ 5th Annual Blood Drive, that netted 18 units of blood.
Students and community members participated in the student-led bl...
Lindsay Ross-Stewart Receives OVC Outstanding Faculty for Student Success Award
23 July 2024, 4:00 PM
Lindsay Ross-Stewart, PhD, associate professor in Applied Health at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), was named the 2023-2024 recipient of the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Outstanding Faculty for Student Success Award. The award is granted to a faculty member at each OVC member institution, recognizing their impact on students, contributions to the department, University and curriculum development, professional development and community involvement.
Ross-Stewart teaches in the E...
Andrew Gavin Named to I-AAA Executive Committee
23 July 2024, 2:50 PM
SIUE Director of Athletics Andrew Gavin has been named to the Executive Committee for the Division I-AAA Athletic Directors Association. Gavin is entering his second full school year as the Cougars' Director of Athletics.
Division I-AAA represents non-football playing Division I institutions.
Gavin is an at-large representative, representing not only SIUE, but also the Ohio Valley Conference.
"I am grateful and thrilled to have the opportunity to represent both SIUE and the Ohio Valley Conf...
SIUE Athletics Internship Program Open for 2024-25 School Year
22 July 2024, 2:00 PM
SIUE Athletics is excited to announce that the internship program is open for the 2024-2025 sport seasons! An internship in SIUE Cougars Athletics provides a fun and high-energy environment where you will learn and apply what goes on behind the scenes in a NCAA Division I game day.
Internship opportunities fall under many areas in athletics, including marketing, communications, ticketing and events. Individuals will gain the opportunity to grow their professional network, to take on meaningfu...
FY24 Saw Record Fundraising for SIUE
19 July 2024, 2:39 PM
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At the July 11 Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees meeting, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, reported on the University’s record fundraising year, spurred on by the annual ONE DAY, ONE SIUE fundraiser, which raised $2,344,574 from more than 2,000 donors. The total amount of the April 18 event surpassed the goal, set by the SIUE Foundation, of $1.3 million.
“We established a very ambitious goal and we did not know ex...