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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has been nationally recognized by Money.com, with its School of Engineering (SOE) ranking among the top 50 master’s programs in the country. Highlighted for its academic excellence and exceptional value, SIUE’s SOE stands out for providing students with strong career outcomes and affordability. This recognition reflects the dedication and hard work of SOE’s faculty and staff and reaffirms the University’s unwavering commitment t...

Burgess Interested in Majoring in Mechanical Engineering at SIUE

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville East St. Louis Center’s Building Futures Program student Keshon Burgess graduated from high school this month and wants to eventually attend SIUE. Burgess lives in East St. Louis and has an interest in obtaining a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering from SIUE. Here, the 18-year-old shares his reflections on his time so far in the Building Futures Program. 

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The Illinois Invent2Prevent statewide partnership between Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, EdVenture Partners, and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Office of Homeland Security will convene to establish the Invent2Prevent program in Illinois. This inaugural Illinois Invent2Prevent statewide symposium and competition that highlights interventions by high school students to reduce targeted violence and hate crimes in their communities will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ...

 Parents and Friends of Collinsville High School Students Applaud Successes   

“This was the best decision of my life,” said 16-year-old Collinsville High School (CHS) sophomore Lillian O’Donnell. O’Donnell won medals and trophies at the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Upward Bound Scholars Academy’s (UBSA) annual Awards Ceremony Thursday, May 8 at the CHS Auditorium.  

“Enrolling in Upward Bound Scholars Academy has open...

Friends and Family Cheer for Graduating Students During the School’s Commencement Ceremony   

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville East St. Louis Charter High School (CHS) provided pomp, circumstance and a chance for graduating seniors to revel, strut and shine during the school’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony. 

CHS graduated 28 seniors on Friday, May 9 in the middle of campus at the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Center. The commencement speaker was Nate Wi...

 
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Universidad Central del Ecuador (UCE) have formalized a strategic academic partnership aimed at expanding international collaboration and advancing global graduate education. The signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes the foundation for a dual Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, enabling students to complete coursework at both institutions and earn degrees from each.

The signing ceremony was marked by the participa...

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville conferred degrees upon 2292 eligible graduates during May 2025 commencement exercises, held Friday and Saturday, May 9-10 in the First Community Arena at the Vadalabene Center. The SIUE spring commencement weekend included six graduation ceremonies, led by Denise Cobb, PhD, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and respective deans. Throughout the ceremonies significant moments included inspiring keynotes, recognition of the 2025 Distinguish...

Matthew Jacquot from Bloomington is graduating from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville this spring with degrees in both PharmD and Master of Public Health. He describes himself as “passionate about helping people live healthier lives.” During his training while at SIUE, he focused on providing patient-centered care, especially for vulnerable populations, and worked on projects in health education, chronic disease management, and deprescribing. He also served in leadership...

Faculty and Staff on all SIUE Campuses Enjoy Good Fellowship, Good Food, Good Times  

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville honored faculty and staff members on all its campuses during its annual observance. Employees on the Edwardsville, East St. Louis and Alton campuses embraced the occasion and enjoyed one another.

Each celebration offered food, games and gifts.  

Photos: SIUE paused to recognize and honor faculty and staff on its campuses during April and May.

There’s no better way to get to know Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) than by seeing it for yourself, and summer is the perfect time to do just that. Prospective students and their guests are invited to schedule a relaxed, personalized campus visit that will give them a real feel for life as a Cougar.  

“Summer is a great time to visit campus before school starts up in the fall and life gets busy,” said Alicia Taylor, associate director of admission...

Bruce Holland, founder and CEO of Holland Construction Services (HCS), has been named the 2025 recipient of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Engineering Distinguished Service Award. Holland will receive this prestigious award for decades of dedication to the Metro East region and the SIUE community.

Holland’s leadership in construction, local innovation, student mentorship and advancement of the University will be formally recognized during the School’s Commen...

 
The three-day symposium of the Ruth Slenczynska Centennial Celebration came to a close on Sunday, on Sunday, May 4, with a signature concert at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Dunham Hall Theater. Preceding the closing event were retrospective lectures, a piano masterclass and an exhibit, “Ruth Slenczynska: Her 100 Musical Years,” which continues through May 12. All events were free to the public. The final piano concert presented exceptional musicians, whic...

Originally from Ghana, Akosua Cobbina, is graduating with a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering this spring. She describes herself as an engineer motivated by "innovation, strategy, and making ideas happen." Cobbina has led award-winning research, built AI tools to detect brain injuries, and developed marketing skills expanding upon her technical prowess. She prides herself on mentoring future engineers and even starting a nonprofit, “because why not?” she said. &...

Last Thursday evening, as the calendar flipped to May 1, our athletics staff and coaches convened in the Cougar Pavilion to celebrate the 62 student-athletes that are graduating from SIUE in 2024-25. Our inaugural Student-Athlete Graduation Ceremony provided an opportunity to celebrate both our legacy of student-athlete graduation success and the individual and collective accomplishments of the Class of 2025.

At SIUE, we are exceptionally proud of our commitment to the academic success and gr...

SIUE student-athletes continue to progress academically according to the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores released Tuesday.

SIUE programs combined for an average APR score of 987, which is higher than the national average of 984.

"Our student-athletes continue to achieve excellent results in the classroom and in competition," SIUE Director of Athletics Andrew Gavin said. "Academic success is part of both our proud history and our collective commitment. Thank you to Jaci DeClue, Ashle...