The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

Natural beauty is the best kind of beauty

Kate Rehwinkel September 8, 2019

I have recently been told by a guy friend of mine that I could get a boyfriend if I just wore makeup. Anyone who knows me knows that I think makeup should only be used for special occasions, or a night...

Seek counseling for sexual trauma

Andrew Paisley September 8, 2019

The age of 17 was a hard one for me. I had just come out publicly with my sexuality the year prior, I was dealing with distant family members who shamed me for being gay, I was in a phase where I was extremely...

STAFF EDITORIAL: College journalism is crucial; it deserves respect

Staff Editorial September 5, 2019

We at The Daily Eastern News believe in our reporting and the fact that we are providing a service to our readers by informing them of what is happening at Eastern. To make this happen, though, we need...

Go gold for childhood cancer awareness Month

Katelyn Eddington, Columnist September 5, 2019

September is a hard month in general, but when you can relate to what the month represents, it is harder. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. I can relate to it because one of my favorite...

Put your opinions on NFL players away

Blake Faith, Sports Reporter September 5, 2019

The NFL has been full of news lately. Whether that is Antonio Brown being fined $54,000, Jared Goff singling a $134 million four year contract extension or Ezekiel Elliot’s $90 million 6 year contract,...

Editorial: Straight Pride hype does not make sense

September 4, 2019

Up until 2015 marriage between same-sex couples was illegal.  Private homosexual activity was illegal nationwide until 2003 via Lawrence v. Texas.  Over the years LGBTQIA+ individuals have been...

Opinion: There are pros, cons to living off campus

Jessica Stewart, Reporter September 3, 2019

This semester, my boyfriend and I have a house off campus, and it’s a much different experience than living in a dorm. I used to live in Thomas Hall, and I loved it. I’ve always suggested living on...

Opinion: Stop using memes for rule enforcement

Adam Tumino, Reporter September 3, 2019

Memes serve a valuable purpose in our society. Well, maybe not a valuable purpose, but they certainly do have a purpose. That purpose is to entertain. Unfortunately, that is about all they are good for.  In...

Editorial:Tenth day numbers show step in right direction

September 3, 2019

Eastern’s tenth day enrollment numbers were released on Tuesday and once again, on-campus head count is down. This time the number of students on-campus dropped 3.25 percent to 4,917, in Fall 2018 that...

EDITORIAL: Mental health is a student’s top priority

Staff Editorial September 2, 2019

In college, it is expected of students to put forth their full effort into schoolwork. Many students are good about doing this, and they strive to get the best grades possible, but sometimes they work...

Biking on campus is a game of chance

Karena Ozier September 2, 2019

The first couple weeks of school have not been all sunshine. Students have had to walk through the pouring rain or scorching heat to make it to class. Fortunately for me, I ride my bicycle around campus....

Remember Dorian, not just a day off

Dillan Schorfheide September 2, 2019

Labor Day is a day to remember and celebrate laborers in the country and thank them for the hard work they put in day-to-day. While it is necessary to commemorate those who are the backbone of our country,...

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