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SIU’s Book/Vinyl and Media Sale is March 20-21 in the Morris Library basement. The free public sale features books, vinyl, CDs and DVDs, with proceeds benefiting Morris Library and WSIU Radio.  news.siu.edu/2026/03/030926…

SIU Carbondale faculty and staff can schedule virtual appointments for a regalia sale with Herff Jones from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 19. Graduate students who want to purchase regalia also are welcome. news.siu.edu/2026/02/022326…

We’re kicking off the 3rd Annual Saluki Takeover Tour in Makanda! Join us March 31, 5–7 p.m. at Touch of Nature for a Chancellor’s Reception, tours, food & more. Hear from @SIUChancellor at 5:30, then explore at 6! Register: siuf.org/southern @SIUC @SIUAlumni

SIU Carbondale will host about 1,400 students from 23 high schools March 19 for the 50th World Languages and Cultures Day. The event includes interactive sessions, breakout activities and a college fair. news.siu.edu/2026/03/031626…

DPS Parking and Traffic is switching to ParkMobile for pay station payments starting March 16. Faculty, staff, students and visitors can pay through the app or web app. Reminder: A current decal and pay station payment are required in pay-for-park lots. news.siu.edu/2026/03/031626…

Episode 8 of The Impact Report is now live. Watch: youtu.be/xziLHxYwdR0 @siuc @siuchancellor @siualumni

Sign up now for SIU Carbondale’s SBDC Day seminar and celebration March 18. The no-cost event for current and aspiring business owners includes workshops, guidance and networking. news.siu.edu/2026/03/031126…

SIU’s String Orchestra will perform a free public concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, in Furr Auditorium at Pulliam Hall. The program features works by Dmitri Shostakovich and Leoš Janáček. 🪉🎻🎶 news.siu.edu/2026/03/030926…

Seven SIU Carbondale School of Art and Design seniors are finalists for the 2026 Rickert-Ziebold Award, the university’s most prestigious art prize. Winners will be announced April 13. news.siu.edu/2026/03/031126…

The 2026 Big Muddy Film Festival will showcase 72 films at The Varsity in Carbondale, March 19-21. The free public event features independent films, documentaries, animation and student-made Saluki Shorts. news.siu.edu/2026/03/030926…

SIU is offering a free, 80-hour weekend TV/film production assistant training program starting March 20 at the Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center. Space is limited. Participants who complete the program may be eligible for a stipend. news.siu.edu/2026/03/030326…

The 3rd Annual Saluki Takeover Tour Southern Illinois is coming back across the region. From March 31–April 23, we’re traveling across Southern Illinois to celebrate Saluki pride! Register online at siuf.org/southern-illin…. @SIUC @SIUAlumni @SIUChancellor

The title run begins now 😤 🆚 #9 Indiana State ⏰ 3:30 PM 🏟️ Xtream Arena, Coralville, Iowa 📺 ESPN+ 📻 The Varsity Network 📊 stats.statbroadcast.com/broadcast/?id=… #Salukis

The @PSimonInstitute will host former Swedish and United Nations diplomat @JanKEliasson for a free virtual discussion at 11 a.m. Friday, March 13. Registration is required » paulsimoninstitute.org/events news.siu.edu/2026/03/030926…

New research led by SIU Carbondale anthropology professor Chris Stantis suggests some ancient dogs in the Maya world traveled hundreds of miles along trade routes, using isotope analysis of teeth and bones. #Salukis x #R1Research news.siu.edu/2026/02/022626…

When Salukis gather in St. Louis, great things happen. The 5th Annual Saluki Takeover Tour brought incredible energy to the region. Nearly 400 Salukis attended the @SIUFoundation Takeover Reception — the largest turnout yet! 🤝 Through @SIUAlumni connections and outreach to future Salukis, one thing is clear — St. Louis is Saluki country.

Tickets are on sale now for 2026 Celebrate Women at SIU! Join us March 26 at the Glenn Poshard Transportation Education Center to recognize women’s successes across the region and raise scholarship funds for the next generation. 🎟️ $30 | $15 SIU students news.siu.edu/2026/01/012826…

Save the date! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Tedrick Welcome Center, a new front door to @SIUC and the future home of the SIU Foundation. Ribbon-Cutting Celebration: Fri, May 1. Public Open House: Sat, May 2. Read: blog.siuf.org/?p=5053 @siuchancellor

Women’s History Month Spotlight: Dr. Charlotte West A pioneer in women’s athletics at SIU, she spent 42 years expanding opportunities for women in sports and championing Title IX. Her legacy lives on through Charlotte West Stadium. Read more: blog.siuf.org/?p=5056

"Staff Night Out" was a slam dunk! 👏🏀 Thank you to all departments who joined us at Banterra Center to cheer on the Dawgs. Stepping away together highlighted the pride, spirit, and connection that make our campus special. Our staff and faculty are Southern’s front line of success—thank you for all you do! 🐾