The Wedge

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) School of Business recently hosted a dynamic Advisory Board Meeting and Social, bringing together members from across the School’s various advisory boards for an evening of collaboration, networking, and celebration. The event, held at The Wedge—one of the University’s newest and most innovative spaces—marked the first time that the School has united its advisory boards for a shared event.

Representatives from the Ac...

With the publicity still fresh surrounding Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s fall enrollment growth despite challenging national trends, SIUE Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, gave an encouraging address, thanking students, faculty, staff, and administrators for achieving the monumental feat.    

Minor delivered the University Budget Update on Thursday, Sept. 4 in the SIUE Morris University Center’s Legacy Room to a crowded audience. Minor opened his remarks b...

The Wedge + SIUE is lighting up July with a lineup of entrepreneurial events designed to energize the region’s thinkers, makers, and changemakers.

From expert-led business courses to rooftop networking and storytelling labs, The Wedge is building momentum for bold ideas and regional transformation. Whether you're a small business owner, a creative problem solver, or simply curious about what’s next, there’s a seat for you at the table—and a view from the rooftop.

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Something electric is happening in downtown Alton. The Wedge, powered by SIUE, is turning up the energy this July with a lineup of dynamic events that bring together entrepreneurs, visionaries, and changemakers from across the region.

“At The Wedge, we’re not just hosting events—we’re building a culture of possibility. July’s l...

June Lineup Features Free Legal Support, Networking Events, and Community Collaboration Sessions Focused on Digital Equity 

The Wedge Powered by SIUE, announces its June programming lineup designed to empower small businesses, foster community connections, and drive regional economic development. The events offer practical tools, expert insights, and collaborative opportunities for entrepreneurs, community leaders, and residents across the Metro East region.

As part of AltonWorks' commu...

The greater Alton/St. Louis Metro Region took a bold step into the future today as community and regional leaders gathered to celebrate the grand opening of The Wedge Powered by Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The ribbon-cutting ceremony officially launched the 55,000-square-foot social impact hub, research lab, think tank, and workspace designed to drive innovation and economic growth across the bi-state ...

The Wedge and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership that will transform the economic landscape of the greater Alton Metro Region. The collaboration, branded as "The Wedge Powered by SIUE," will create a dynamic ecosystem for innovation, education, and community development when The Wedge officially begins operations on April 7, 2025.

This strategic alliance builds upon AltonWorks' community revitalization efforts and leverages SIUE...