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Community Day at EIU Football & Free Jake Maurer Concert - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Oct 26, 2025

21 hours ago Community Day at EIU Football & Free Jake Maurer Concert. Eastern Illinois University Athletics invites you and your team to join us for Community Day at EIU Football on Saturday, November 1!. We’re celebrating our local community with a free pre-game tailgate and concert featuring N...

EDITORIAL: The Daily Eastern News wins 15 national awards - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Oct 22, 2025

The Daily Eastern News staff won 15 national awards between Division II CMA Pinnacle Awards and ACP Pacemaker Awards over the weekend at the MediaFest 25 conference held in Washington, D.C.

Haunted locations guide

thecounty-chronicle.com • Oct 21, 2025

As Halloween approaches, Douglas County residents don’t have to look far for a few good ghost stories. Several nearby sites have gained reputations for unexplained activity, unusual architecture, and long-standing folklore that continues to draw attention every fall.

EIU basketball programs welcome Beautiful Lives Project to practice - The Daily Eastern News

Unknown title for blognewslink.com • Oct 14, 2025

The sound of sneakers on hardwood and the echo of bouncing basketballs mean more to Bryce Weiler than most.

Small Business Fest platforms local businesses - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Oct 14, 2025

dailyeasternnews.com website Charleston Small Business Fest platforms local businesses By Tiktok, 12 hours agoClear skies and October sunshine were...

Small Business Fest platforms local businesses - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Oct 14, 2025

Clear skies and October sunshine were visible over Small Business Fest at Eastern Illinois University’s Library Quad on Sunday.

EIU basketball programs welcome Beautiful Lives Project to practice - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Oct 14, 2025

The sound of sneakers on hardwood and the echo of bouncing basketballs mean more to Bryce Weiler than most.

Charleston "Boogies With Billy" during 2025 homecoming parade - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Oct 13, 2025

The rhythm of Charleston was in full swing Saturday morning as the Panther Marching Band led hundreds of parade members through the city streets, kicking off the final day of the 2025 EIU Homecoming celebrations.

Tribute statue at EIU honors beloved stray dog from 1945 - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Oct 10, 2025

CHARLESTON, Ill. (WCIA) — Napoleon is the name of one pooch that is now forever immortalized at Eastern Illinois University.

"Beautiful Lives Project" brings inclusion to the basketball court at Eastern Illinois University | Video | wthitv.com

WTHI TV 10 Terre Haute • Oct 9, 2025

Dozens of students and adults with disabilities got to experience the thrills of basketball on Thursday morning. Eastern Illinois University athletics teamed up with 'Beautiful Lives Project' to make it happen.

"Beautiful Lives Project" brings inclusion to the basketball court at Eastern Illinois University | News | wthitv.com

WTHI TV 10 Terre Haute • Oct 9, 2025

CHARLESTON, Ill. (WTHI) - Dozens of students and adults with disabilities got to experience the thrills of basketball on Thursday morning. Eastern Illinois University athletics teamed up with 'Beautiful Lives Project' to make it happen.

Teacher of the Week: Susan Lemke, Fifth Grade, Unity East Elementary School | News | news-gazette.com

The News-Gazette Online • Oct 9, 2025

After graduating from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in psychology, Shiloh High School graduate Susan Lemke spent 15 years working with families and children in the field of social services in Arizona, Texas and Illinois.

Charles B. Hall documentary filming in Brazil | Brazil Times | suncommercial.com

Vincennes Sun-Commercial • Oct 7, 2025

Brazil native Charles B. Hall is known as one of the most famous Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American to shoot down an enemy plane and doing speaking tours, selling war bonds and participating in the Freeman Field mutiny tribunal when he returned to the United States after his service in W...

Buffalo Wild Wings GO to open in Charleston

Times-Courier • Oct 7, 2025

CHARLESTON — A Buffalo Wild Wings GO takeout and delivery eatery is set to open in 2026 in the newly renovated University Village retail area.

EIU PD introduces newest paw-fficer at wellness fair - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Oct 5, 2025

Students were greeted by EIU’s newest therapy dog in training, “Paw-fficer Naja,” at the Boogie and Balance Wellness Fair on Thursday in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union.

EIU Rises In 2026 U.S. News & World Report Rankings - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Oct 4, 2025

Effingham Radio website Charleston EIU Rises In 2026 U.S. News & World Report Rankings By Effingham, IL / Effingham Radio, 2 hours agoCharleston, I...

Gardella family renovates Charleston retail area

Times-Courier • Oct 4, 2025

CHARLESTON — The Gardella family has long ties to Eastern Illinois University and to the Panthers volleyball team there.

Teacher of the Week: Brianna Hendrickson, English, Monticello High School | News | news-gazette.com

The News-Gazette Online • Oct 2, 2025

While a love for reading enticed her to enter the field of education, the love for working with students has kept Brianna Hendrickson in the profession for 10 years, the last nine of which have come as an English teacher at Monticello High School.

Cape Girardeau's Terri Martin honored as first Golden Apple Scholars A...

Southeast Missourian • Oct 2, 2025

Cape Girardeau resident Terri Martin was recently named the inaugural Golden Apple Scholars Program Alum of the Year.

EIU rises in 2026 U.S. News & World Report ranking - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Sep 30, 2025

effinghamcountychamber.com website Charleston EIU rises in 2026 U.S. News & World Report ranking 22 hours ago (Charleston, IL) – The 2026 U.S. News...

EIU remains top independent public regional in Illinois; standings solidify EIU's reputation for affordability, social mobility - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Sep 30, 2025

EIU remains top independent public regional in Illinois; standings solidify EIU’s reputation for affordability, social mobility

EIU alum reopens historic University Village - NewsBreak

newsbreak.com/ • Sep 28, 2025

dailyeasternnews.com website Charleston EIU alum reopens historic University Village By Tiktok, 18 hours agoThe cutting of the ceremonial ribbon at...

Mortal Kombat artist shares story of the iconic logo's creation - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 28, 2025

Paul Niemeyer’s artwork for the popular video game Mortal Kombat gained attention rapidly as soon as the game was released to the public in 1992.

EIU Comic Fest returns alumni for keynote presentations - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 26, 2025

From small-town roots in Mattoon to big city projects in Los Angeles, screenwriter and TV producer Craig Titley has been on a journey akin to that of Luke Skywalker from Star Wars.

Gatrell's fall update outlines budget relief plans - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 25, 2025

EIU President Jay Gatrell presented plans to resolve the university’s budget concerns during his fall update on Wednesday in Doudna Fine Arts Center’s Dvorak Concert Hall.

EIU volleyball players surprised with new locker rooms - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 24, 2025

On Sept. 11, members of the Eastern volleyball team walked into McAfee Gym for what they thought was just a team meeting.

Official Nike Sport Specific Team Store Now Open

Panther Varsity Sports • Sep 23, 2025

Official Nike Sport Specific Team Store Now Open Order now through October 2, 2025 9/23/2025 10:25:00 AM EIU PANTHERS OFFICIAL FALL NIKE SHOP IS OPEN! Gear up for the cold weather with apparel picked just for our Panthers. Click on your team's button to shop sport-specific gear to rep your favori...

Gardella Family Court Recognition Celebration

bvmsports.com/ • Sep 18, 2025

Celebrating the Gardella Family Panther Nation, it's time to celebrate! Eastern Illinois University is honored to dedicate Gardella Family Court in recognition of the incredible generosity of the Gardella Family. Their unwavering support has transformed EIU Volleyball and created a lasting impact...

EIU summer construction totals $4.8 million - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 11, 2025

Editor’s Note: The first sentence was changed from the print edition that came out Wednesday. Originally, we said EIU spent over $4.8 million. It was changed for clarification to EIU used over $4.8 million as around $2.2 million for the field house roof was funded by an insurance claim.

Staff bowling league connects current and former EIU employees - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 11, 2025

Founded in the 1970s, the staff bowling league is one of the oldest leagues at EIU. The league met at the EIU on-campus bowling alley, EIU Lanes, on Monday.

Multi-sport athlete breaks EIU records - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 10, 2025

Starting as a high school quarterback from Sterling, Cooper Willman has grown into an all-conference wide receiver.

Campus to Community: EIU Squared unites Charleston - The Daily Eastern News

The Daily Eastern News • Sep 7, 2025

The sky was Panther blue on Saturday as the Eastern Illinois University Jazz Combo’s opening number welcomed the first arrivals to the second EIU Squared event.

WHAT'S HAPPENING: EIU Squared to celebrate return of students

Times-Courier • Sep 4, 2025

MATTOON —Master Gardeners are hosting a Botanical Evening in the Garden, from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.

Campus Rec Pickleball Courts Bringing Energy to Eastern Illinois University

campusrecmag.com/ • Sep 4, 2025

Student interest and necessary facility upgrades fuel the rise of campus rec pickleball courts at Eastern Illinois University.

Meet the New Unit 2 Teachers and Staff | News | herscherpilot.com

herscherpilot.com • Aug 31, 2025

Hometown: I grew up in Bourbonnais. Then I lived out of state for about 9 years. Now I call Limestone my home.

10 Facts About Trey Sweeney

facts.net • Aug 31, 2025

Who is Trey Sweeney? Trey Sweeney is a rising star in the world of baseball. Born on April 24, 2000, in Louisville, Kentucky, he has quickly made a name for himself with his impressive skills on the field. Sweeney played college baseball at Eastern Illinois University, where he showcased his tale...

Eastern alum talks media censorship during Authors@EIU

The Daily Eastern News • Aug 30, 2025

First Amendment lawyer and EIU graduate Robert Corn-Revere delved into the history and key figures of media censorship during the Authors@EIU event at Booth Library on Thursday.

EIU receives $25,000 grant from Earthrise Energy's RISE Grant Program

thecounty-chronicle.com • Aug 28, 2025

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EIU to hold 2025 Homecoming Oct. 6-11 | Morton Courier | courierpapers.com

courierpapers.com/ • Aug 25, 2025

Eastern Illinois University is preparing for its highly anticipated 2025 Homecoming celebration, which will take place the week of October 6-11, 2025. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, neighbors, and friends of EIU are all invited to save the date and join in a week full of Panther pride and trad...

Antonio J. Ainscough - Laugh First, Paint the Rest

overstandard.dk • Aug 25, 2025

Antonio J. Ainscough , a Chicago-based artist, specializes in pop surrealist painting, drawing inspiration from themes of mood, identity, and self-exploration intertwined with cartoon aesthetics. His artwork delves into autobiographical and often exaggerated scenarios, providing a lens through wh...

Women's Basketball Wins EIU EPIC Trophy

Panther Varsity Sports • Aug 25, 2025

Women's Basketball Wins EIU EPIC Trophy Panthers kick off fall semester with student-athlete picnic 8/24/2025 7:37:00 PM Photo Gallery (by Sandy King) ... coming soon The Eastern Illinois Athletic Department welcomed student-athletes back to campus on Sunday evening (April 24) as the fall semeste...

EIU Receives $25,000 Grant From Earthrise Energy's RISE Grant Program | Effingham Radio

effinghamradio.com/ • Aug 23, 2025

Charleston, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Earthrise Energy RISE Grant Program has awarded Eastern Illinois University’s Lumpkin College of Business and Technology a $25,000 scholarship grant to provide scholarships to students interested in pursuing academic and career goals that will strengthen the ...

Lake Land College welcomes Heather Nohren as Vice President for Student Services

1043theparty.com/ • Aug 21, 2025

The Lake Land College Board of Trustees appointed Heather Nohren as the Vice President for Student Services during the regular board meeting on Monday, August 18.

Meet 6 College Students Who Did a Study Abroad Program in Spain

blog.aifsabroad.com • Aug 20, 2025

Spain is a beautiful country home to diverse cultures and landscapes—from beachside cities in Catalonia like Barcelona to Andalusian communities nestled among the Sierra Nevada Mountains like Granada. Study abroad programs in Spain offer something for everybody, regardless of your personal and ac...

Eastern Illinois University receives $25,000 grant for student scholarships

newschannel20.com/ • Aug 20, 2025

CHARLESTON, Ill. (WICS) — Eastern Illinois University's Lumpkin College of Business and Technology has been awarded a $25,000 scholarship grant from the Earthrise Energy RISE Grant Program. The funds will be used to provide scholarships to students pursuing academic and career goals that aim to s...

Eastern Illinois University named to Phi Theta Kappa's 2025 Transfer Honor Roll - The County Chronicle

thecounty-chronicle.com • Aug 20, 2025

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Lake Land College Names Heather Nohren Vice President of Student Services

lakelandcollege.edu • Aug 19, 2025

The Lake Land College Board of Trustees appointed Heather Nohren, Shelbyville, as the Vice President for Student Services during the regular board meeting on Monday, August 18. Pictured is Nohren.

Local filmmaker crafts a 'love letter to Richmond,' the story of a man and a goldfish

richmondside.org • Aug 18, 2025

Richmond resident Jayson Johnson is producing his first feature film, “R.O.G.E.R. & Me,” which he describes as a heartwarming story that follows the tale of a young Richmonder who is sentenced to carry around a goldfish after crashing his car into a pet store.

Edgar Stops by the Jax Museum Unannounced - WLDS

wlds.com/ • Aug 15, 2025

She says he was interested in the Capps Factory exhibit for an obvious reason.

Cheers to Ryan's Pier: biz celebrates 40th

shawlocal.com/ • Aug 13, 2025

When Kathleen Slavin thinks back over the 40 years of Ryan’s Pier, she has that typical reaction to such a milestone.