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Su Amigo y Su Maestro

'Amigos and Friends' volunteers play a dual role in the lives of the participants with whom they work.

Perfect Panther Harmonies

Eastern Euphonics: EIU's only a cappella group!

One of The Best and (Ful)Brightest

Alison Stangel is just the second EIU student -- and the first undergrad -- to receive a prestigious Fulbright grant.

A Unique Treasure

No matter who you are, there's something for you at the Tarble Arts Center.

The Perfect Fit

For Megan Corder, EIU has provided the ideal college experience.

Allison Dart: Enhancing Her Education, Helping Others Through Internship

The LARP Life

EIU has an RSO for everybody, including this vibrant group of LARPers.

Where Does The Time Go?

Just as quickly as it began, 2016 is in the books! We stay busy here at EIU, so the time tends to fly by!

What is Love?

Find out how EIU students respond to this seemingly simple question.

Finding His Voice

Speaking has been a lifelong struggle for Nate Crawford, but through food and photography he's developed the perfect way to express himself.

Running Home

EIU's cross country squads are more than just teams ... they're families.

Golden Apple Never Falls Far From the Tree

Meghan Vinson, an education major and Golden Apple Scholar at EIU, says the positive influence of her childhood teachers still inspires and influences her to this day.

Taylor, Made for the News

Abbey Taylor's summer internship at WCIA and work with WEIU's News Watch are paving the way to a journalism career.

Opening Weekend 2016

Here we go!

Gone Viral!

First-year teacher -- and EIU alum -- garners national attention with his 'Welcome to the Fourth Grade' music video.

Sharing the Spirit of Music

Richard Rossi: “If we touch even one person in the house - change their life in some way - we’ve done our job.”

Connections to a Career

For Taylor Turner, the networking she did at Eastern Illinois University not only facilitated a seamless transition from college to the work world, but continues to come in handy as she pushes forward with her marketing career.

Sprinting Toward Success

With grad school at Oxford on the horizon, Christian Ilunga-Matthiesen reflects on his academic and athletic careers at EIU.

Making a Splash

Jessica Sedgwick took her childhood love of entertainment news and -- with the guidance of her experiences at Eastern -- became art director of Splash magazine in Chicago.

Who's Your Favorite Professor?

A favorite professor can change your college career.

Softball is Life

For the women on the team, Panther softball isn’t just a game, it’s life.

Making Mentors Out of Teachers

Being a mentor has always gone hand-in-hand with being an educator for Mildred Pearson, and that's something she hopes to pass along to her students.

Defining Her Direction

Special education student found her true calling in high school.

Grilled Cheese, Please!

For many EIU students, no Wednesday is complete without a trip to the Taylor Hall Dining Center for Grilled Cheese Wednesday.

Still Racking Up The Assists

Injuries derailed a pro soccer career for Mick Galeski, but one of EIU's all-time assists leaders still has others' goals on his mind -- those of the students and athletes he mentors.

Own What You Do

Craig and Beth Lindvahl have devoted their lives to education and are working hard to bring change to our current education system.

Spreading His (Mud)Wings

EIU art grad puts his creativity on display daily through his Mudwing Media studio.

Time Flies ...

It’s hard to believe, but another busy year for the EIU family has come and gone.

Fulfilling a Lifelong Dream

Jocelyn Herrera has long dreamed of being a doctor, and EIU has been a great spot for this first-generation college student to begin making her dreams a reality.

Happy Holidays from the EIU Family!

As we reach the holiday season at Eastern Illinois University, student and faculty members of the EIU family take a moment to consider what the word "family" means to them.

Making a Difference

For Shirmeen Ahmad, serving as student body president is an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on EIU.

More Than Just a Game

A lot goes into being part of intercollegiate athletics at EIU.

Happy 100th, Daily Eastern News!

EIU's student newspaper was published for the first time on Nov. 5, 1915.

Full Bat-tery of Data

EIU student research provides data as IDNR establishes management plans for local bat population.

Mr. EIU!

Omar Solomon's enthusiasm for EIU is second to none.

Family Weekend 2015!

Heading to Charleston for Family Weekend? We've got a LOT in store for you!

Opening Weekend 2015

Welcome home, Panthers!

Kappa Delta in the Community

Kappa Delta members see community service as more than just fulfilling a requirement.

A Will To Succeed

Whether it's soccer or science, nobody's going to outwork Nick Smith.

Cultivating Talent

Music producer reflects on career, championship days.

Right on Track

EIU continues successful run as host for IHSA state track and field meets.

The Good Kind of Chaos

EIU students touch lives of children, community.

Grand Ole Opry Dan

EIU grad 'Opry Dan' Rogers is an omnipresent figure at the world's premier country music venue

A Shot Worth Taking

Leaving Slovakia for EIU has worked out perfectly for Sabina Oroszova.

An Unexpected Feeling

More than 60 students spend Spring Break giving back.

Hands-On Creativity

Your tech-savvy and artistic interests can find common ground in Graphics Technology Club.

Re-Connecting

One of WEIU-TV’s newest programs, <em>Connect</em>, is back for a second go-around of highlighting EIU faculty research.

The Daily Grind

For the students who produce it, the Daily Eastern News is serious business.

The Color of Spring

EIU's Holi celebration is back for a third year of colorful fun.

All Over The Map

Students from a broad range of disciplines can find themselves in a GIS classroom.

A Cut Above

At EIU, a student's dream of owning a hair salon is taking root.

Timeless Ambition

Student grows her online clothing store from dedication of SEED Center.

The Greatest Thing You've Learned

Students share the most important things they’ve learned here at EIU.

Tennis + Business + Love = EIU

For a number of reasons, Sajeel Qureshi's time at Eastern was an important time in his life.

Greatness Recognized

Publication tabs study abroad in South Africa as one of nation’s top programs.

An Easy Choice

Fulbright scholar picks EIU’s sustainable energy program

A New Sense of Understanding

ROTC cadets experience military training abroad.

Time Flies ...

It’s hard to believe, but another busy year for the EIU family has come and gone.

Simple Gifts

When asked about the greatest gift they could give somebody, these EIU students had some simple -- yet powerful -- things to say.

Random Acts of Kindness

At EIU, you're surrounded by people who do nice things just because that's who they are!

Igniting the Spark

Featured twirler shares experiences on field and beyond.

What it Means to be a Panther

Jena Nierman is loving the EIU experience, and she's definitely making the most of it.

From EIU to the Governor's Mansion

Former Illinois governor Jim Edgar reminisces on his days as an Eastern student.

Planting the Seeds of Knowledge

Barbara Carlsward's enthusiasm for botany - and teaching it to her students - is unquestionable.

Irons in the Fire

There's never a dull moment in Devin Dismang's work with the Chicago Fire soccer club.

The Image of a Community

Art graduate's work displayed in the Village of Ashmore.

An Appetite for Change

Hunger affects many locals, but people like Michael Gillespie are working to alleviate their struggles.

Spreading Blue Throughout the Community

EIU spirit cheerleader Tonya Green is the embodiment of a 'real' Panther.

Blue Crew!

Amie Hansen uses passion, energy to revitalize spirit squad.

75 Years of Service to EIU

Second Annual Newman Night celebration will commemorate Catholic center's 75th anniversary at EIU.

The Gift of Music

Former students to celebrate retired professor's 90th birthday with piano recital.

Teaching With the Heart

Elementary Education majors observe in Indian classrooms, earn eye-opening experience.

Engineering a Successful Career

Dominique Jones lets nothing stand in the way of her goal to work in the construction field.

Newsworthy Work

WEIU-TV's News Watch continues winning awards and preparing graduates for success.

It's a Great Day to be a Panther!

Panther Push

First annual longboard race takes skaters all over campus.

Saddle Up

EIU Equestrian Team is common ground for EIU students with a shared love for horsemanship.

Roaming the Rooftops

Math Department grad Ethan Swanson has a unique, high-flying hobby.

On the Horizon

Check back often to read about upcoming events around campus

Welcome New Panthers!

Our newest students carry out an EIU tradition.

A Pageant and a Passion

Dietetics student uses Miss United States competition to advocate a healthy lifestyle.

End of an Icon

Fallen branches mean the end for EIU's iconic old oak tree.

Cultivating Caring Classrooms

With help from an EIU faculty member, local high school reaps rewards of new mentoring program.

Experience the Difference, Make a Difference

Living the Dream

Emily Schrock's marine mammal internship is the opportunity she's always wanted.

An Eagerness to Teach

First-year teacher and EIU grad Kaj Holm wins statewide award

MBA 5900: Capstone Simulation

Learn how Eastern Illinois University Students consistently compete in the top tiers of the Capstone management simulation.

Alzheimer's: Collaborative Search for a Cure

Learning the Ins and Outs

Eastern’s athletic training major provides students with lasting experience

Congratulations Class of 2014: You Did It!

A chance to relive all the smiles and excitement of graduation day at EIU!

Fueling Research Interests

EIU’s emphasis on sustainability provides research opportunities for students like Patrick Lyons

Living in the Past

Class delves into history of Charleston Riot

A Unique Path to EIU

Earl Boyce’s road to Eastern's art department is anything but common.

Model Students

Thanks to G.LA.M. RSO, any type of student can walk the runway

Instrumental Influence

Faculty member and music student “develop as a team” since arriving at EIU.

Bean There, Done That

Student-run coffee shop teaches ins and outs of restaurant business

Out of the Blue

New student-produced magazine gives art department a print presence.

National Finalist

Booth Library one of 30 Remaining Candidates for National Medal for Museum and Library Service

Vinyl Visionary

EIU faculty member Scott Walus brings record label to Charleston

Wo/men in Nature & Nurture

Women's History and Awareness Month continues its decades-long history at EIU

Building Connections Through Music

Freezing for a Cause

Runners take off clothes and shoes for local charities.

Making an Impression

EIU is proud of its university community, and we'd like to highlight some of the ways you brought us positive attention in 2013.

Finding Her Voice

RCA recording artist Charlotte Martin comes home

Every Reason to Hope

EIU Autism Center to open to serve individuals with autism

A Rich Resource

For the past decade, Cindy Rich has taught area educators to use the Library of Congress' vast catalog of online materials

Playing Through

EIU golfer Elyse Banovic isn't letting multiple sclerosis slow her down.

For The Record

Jimmy Garoppolo’s illustrious EIU career – and assault on the record book – nears its conclusion

Two Decades of PRIDE

Long-standing RSO strives for safe and accepting environment for EIU's LGBTQA community

Professor of the Year!

National program recognizes Jeff Boshart as top Illinois professor for 2013

Catfish Tracking

Research of Biological Sciences grad student has her in tune with the local flathead catfish population

Critical Success

For more than two decades, Phil Vettel has served as the Chicago Tribune's head food critic.

Mastering an Emerging Field

Numerous departments team up to implement EIU's new M.S. in Sustainable Energy degree program

Say Yes to the Internship

FCS grad student nabs ''surreal'' internship at bridal business popularized by TLC's 'Say Yes to the Dress'

Brokering a Successful Career

Kathryn Fischer's experiences in the EIU Department of Economics paying dividends in stock market career

Brush With Greatness

EIU alum and two-time Chicago 'Artist of the Year' Nancie King Mertz discusses her painting career

Hard Work Gets a Seat

X-Factor contestant and former EIU student Lorie Moore sings her way onto national TV

Preventive Learning

Mildred Pearson's education students learn to deter bullying in the classroom

Ringwald Redefined

Iron Will

Breast cancer can’t stop EIU grad Stephanie Felber from finishing eighth Ironman Triathlon

Digging a Little Deeper

Steven Di Naso and other researchers attempt to unearth secrets of 1922 Herrin Massacre

Sweet Success Story

Sisters and EIU alums bring the family candy business back to life

Bits of Real Panther - School Song Edition

It's Homecoming Week at EIU, so this seems like a good time to see if any of you can sing the school fight song!

The Soccer Life

Lauren Hoppensteadt provides insight into the life and motivations of an EIU student-athlete.

Bits of Real Panther

EIU 360's new 'man on the street' video series! Every so often, we'll come up with a new question to ask random Eastern students as they make their way across campus.

Daring to be Different

Alt-TV Club provides creative outlet for student filmmakers

ROCFest Boat Races

Live at Lantz!

Rock icons <em>Cheap Trick</em> and their legendary live act headline EIU Family Weekend 2013

Road to Rugby Success

For Becky Carlson, the unlikely journey of a career in rugby began here at EIU

Charleston Farmer's Market

Welcome New Panthers!

Our newest students carry out an EIU tradition.

Adventure Down Under

Student-produced video beautifully illustrates study abroad experiences in Australia and New Zealand.

Opening Weekend 2013

Exhibited Knowledge

Historical Administration grad puts training to use at world's largest children's museum

Career Co-Captains

Career Services can be your partner for the journey to post-college employment

Reading the Past

Booth Library professor discovers history through the pages of a novel

Principal Lessons

Time at EIU serves Jeremie Smith well in his role as a middle school principal.

Well-Grounded

Metal Master

EIU alumnus Frankie Flood has built an impressive career as both an educator and metalsmith

Celebratory Mood

A quick look at all the fun of <em><a href="http://www.eiu.edu/~festival/">Celebration: A Festival of the Arts</a></em>

Drawing People In

Celebrated illustrator and author Gilchrist uses art to touch lives

O'Brien Time-Lapse

Tuscan-EIU

Italian instructors bring culture to Eastern's summer sessions.

Posters on the Hill

Student-faculty Alzheimer's research gets attention in Washington, D.C.

The Write Stuff

The Writing Center is an invaluable tool for getting the most out of your written work.

A Colorful Success

The Learning Channel

'While You Were Out' host Nadia Geller is back to finish her EIU degree

Rebel Thespians

Charleston's best-kept secret keeps pushing the boundaries

One Meal at a Time

Students combat hunger in community, on campus

Not Just Business as Usual

EIU grad finding success with company focused on more than just turning a profit

Once a Panther, Always a Panther

New student alumni association kicks off

165 Miles for USO of Illinois

Iraq veteran walking to EIU to raise funds for military support organization

Bald Gesture

Jenny Greenberg shaves head, raises money for cancer awareness

Message of Growth and Progress

The Living History program travels to local schools to make history a first-person experience

Spring Break Selflessness

Twelve students lend helping hands in Guatemala during week away from classes

Tradition of Service

Now in its 11th year, Panther Service Day is going as strong as ever!

Paintball With Journalism Students

EIU Dancers Create "Good Energy"

Celebration Time

Annual three-day festival features music, art and food

Commitment to Research

EIU will send more students to NCUR than any other Illinois college

Festival of Colors

Upcoming Holi celebration one of many Asian Heritage Month activities planned for EIU

Getting into the Game

On-campus TV station produces newfound passions

Latest 'American Idol' Coming to EIU

Phillip Phillips will make Lantz Arena his 'Home' for April 16 concert

ScienceFest 2013

Event to celebrate faculty/student excellence at EIU

Wall of Honor

“Project: Hero” to Honor the Fallen and Assist Veterans of the U.S. Military

Satchel Paige and Civil Rights

Riccio Memorial Lecture to discuss Satchel Paige and black baseball

Dance Movement

EIU Dancers' spring concert aims to entertain campus, attract new members of all abilities

Vision for a Better World

After volunteering in Africa for <em>Unite for Sight</em>, EIU student focuses on generating local involvement

Decorated Decorators

Enthusiasm for decorating pays off for winners of <em>Love Your Room</em> competition

May I Have This Dance?

Our latest RSO spotlight focuses on EIU's Ballroom Dance Society

Getting Students Involved

Jeff Boshart finds ways to develop students' talents while completing his own artwork

Eastern Breaks the Chain

See what happens when EIU and the Charleston community unite with a billion women around the world to take a stand for the survivors of inequality and violence in the 2013 V-Day Dance Protest

African-American Heritage

Miss Black EIU Pageant helps cap month of events on campus

Gift Shop Revitalization

EIU students lend a hand to struggling Lincoln Log Cabin gift shop

'Close Up' at Tarble

Portraits by renowned photographer Schoeller showcase human connection

Jazzing it Up

Jazz Festival mixes professional, student musicians

Part-Time Clerks, Full-Time Friends

For Linda Taber and Mary Taylor, their work in Stevenson Dining is just one aspect of a much larger friendship

A Decade on the Road

Since 2003, <em>Heartland Highways</em> has been a WEIU-TV staple

Panther Power Play

EIU's club hockey team is our inaugural RSO of the Month

Voice of America

Pakistan native and WEIU alumna finds career broadcasting to her home country

Hockey Club Practice

Study Abroad in South Africa

Get your paperwork turned in by Feb. 18 for this FCS study abroad experience

'America's Music' to be Featured on Campus

Three months of events kick off with Jan. 11 concert and reception

Paying Dividends

Securities Analysis Center gives School of Business students real-life investment experience

Concerted Effort

Eastern Symphony Orchestra embraces area's outstanding youth musicians

Top Flight

Future Army pilot ranked among nation's top 1% ROTC cadets

On the Racquetball Court

Girls on the Run

EIU community making significant impact on wildly successful youth program

EIU Holiday Events

Take time to enjoy entertainment, food, shopping or even a 5K

Behind the Scenes

In this exclusive behind-the-scenes video, see how a crew of EIU staff and students brings a Christmas favorite to the stage

Convention-al Wisdom

Eastern student talks about her experiences at the Democratic National Convention

Act Now - These Gifts Can't Be Found in Stores!

Holiday Art Sale offers unique, handmade items from local artists

Bahama Helper

Kaj Holm's study abroad experience inspires an impressive philanthropic effort

Journey to Fame

State Farm agent and EIU grad starred in popular Super Bowl commercial

Hands-On History

EIU grad student interns at Illinois State Museum, making history fun for all ages

Global Girlfriend

World-renowned businessperson and author brings her story to EIU for Global Entrepreneurship Week

Veterans Day at EIU

Eastern to commemorate Veterans Day with week of events

EIU in a Word

We grabbed a random collection of students and asked them all to do us one favor: Describe EIU in a single word

Walls of Sound

David Gracon's doctoral research paves way for a full-length documentary

Hungry for a Challenge

Office of Student Community Service aims to raise awareness with EIU Hunger Challenge

Embarras Valley Film Festival

Movie screenings, more to honor Gene Hackman's east-central Illinois roots

Favorite EIU Memories

Scenic Scooter Tour

Tricks and Treats

EIU offers wide variety of Halloween activities

Beyond the Afterglow

EIU alum Justin Miller exhibits his paintings at Tarble Arts Center

Growing Renewable Resources

Biology department looks to produce biomass to fuel EIU's Renewable Energy Center

Student-Teaching Overseas

EIU offers future educators life-changing international experience

ROTC Rappel Day

Homecoming 2012

Veteran's Video Diary

Andrew McLaughlin, an EIU graduate student and combat veteran, explains the video diary he is producing for his Communications Studies coursework.

Big League Dreams

Lifelong Cardinals fan scores dream job operating video screens at Busch Stadium

ROC'n the Boat

Campus pond boat race caps exciting week of ROC Fest activities

Exploring Greek History

‘Symposium on Ancient Greece’ to be held on the campus of Eastern Illinois University

Mail to the Chief

Volunteer role in White House correspondence office delivers great experience for president of EIU College Democrats

Habitat Helpers

EIU students getting involved in area's latest Habitat for Humanity project.

Keep on Lovin' EIU

Sold-out REO Speedwagon concert to highlight 2012 Family Weekend activities

A Life With Autism

Longboard Commute

Eastern on the Square

EIU graduates find their calling at Sullivan's Little Theatre on the Square

Want to Travel the World?

The Sept. 12 Study Abroad Fair can be a big step toward achieving this goal

Start of Something Good

Jumpstart 2 G.I.V.E. plants the seeds of community service in EIU's students

A Lot on the Line

Despite an accident that once left him unable to walk or talk, Dan Martin now joins three EIU teammates in nationally televised fishing tournament

This is EIU, Too

Every Eastern student can live and study at Harlaxton, Eastern’s partner campus in England

A New Era

Coach Dino Babers makes his Panther football debut in Thursday's season opener

Music to Your Eyes

EIU Recording Studio director, a local music legend, lends his collection of rare, quirky guitars to the Tarble Arts Center

Welcome New Panthers!

Our newest students carry out an EIU tradition.

Move-In Day 2012

Field of Dreams: Panther Style

Five EIU alumni share a Major League bond through their connections with the Kansas City Royals

A Teacher and a Researcher

Brianne Miller finds a way to combine research work with her classroom duties

Young Movie Makers Come to Tarble

Fine Arts Center Provides Unique Opportunity to Combine Art and Technology

Java & Jazz

Eastern students bring their tunes out of the classroom and into the coffee shop

National Road Trip

Brian Poulter photographs the National Road — using only an iPhone

EIU Honored Nationally for Community Service

On with the Show

Studying Restoration Efforts at Kickapoo Creek

Navigating a Changing World

Keiper's book urges a return to self-reliance in face of economic challenges

Graduation Day: Roberto Luna

Tropical "Corpse Flower" Flowering at EIU

Cavaliers on Campus

Life on the Streets

EIU grad studies homelessness ... through real-life experience

I'll Take the Stairs

EIU grad among the world's leaders in competitive stair climbing

Taking the Bull by the Horns

This EIU alumnus introduced Red Bull — and its extreme sports<br />marketing — to the United States

Jones Earns Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

IHSA State Track and Field Championships

Former Governor Edgar to Return to Alma Mater, Give Lecture

Applying Research to Pitch Recognition

Midland Brownsnakes: Field Research and Conservation

Twining and the Metaphoric Language of Birds

Exploring Impact of ISAT Testing

A Career Devoted to Chaucer

Developing Renewable Energy Solutions

Next Edgar Lecture to Focus on State, Federal Politics

Evaluating Tea Party Media Messages

Washington Post Columnist Next Lecturer in Edgar Speaker Series at EIU

Author/Reporter James Merriner: "Will Reform Ever Come to Illinois?"

Presidential Historian, Biographer Next Speaker in EIU Edgar Series

Press Secretary, Adviser to Former Governor Next Speaker in EIU Edgar Series

Former First Lady of Illinois to Deliver Edgar Series Lecture

Former Governor to Deliver First Lecture in Edgar Series