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Easterns Council of Academic Affairs Chair Marita Gronnvoll speaks during the meeting on Sept. 22 in the Witters Conference Room in Booth Library.
CAA approves courses, revision to sport, recreation management program
5th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois presiding Judge Mark Bovard swears in the new Coles County Sheriff Kent Martin at the Coles County Courthouse Thursday morning.
New Coles County Sheriff Kent Martin takes oath of office
Ci Richardson, a senior music education major, wheels down the Stevenson Tower ramp while slowing themself down by holding onto the railings on Thursday, June 9.
Student continues push for accessibility on campus
Eastern Alumn Eric Plummer, class of 2018, is handed a bowl of chili during the CCAR Thanksgiving luncheon Tuesday afternoon at CCARs manufactoring plant. Plummer works two jobs, the first as a CCAR manufacturing worker and the second as a janitor.
Statistical disparities in Eastern’s disabled students count
Several students walk around campus, going to and from classes on Thursday afternoon as the first week of classes wraps up.
Lack of official process creates accessibility challenges at Eastern
Eastern Illinois Universitys Head Football Coach Chris Wilkerson (front), runs out with players Jay Vallie (80), a graduate tight end, and Jordan Vincent (1), a sophomore safety, before the start of the Panthers first home game of the 2022 season Saturday evening at OBrien Field. The Panthers lost against the University of Tennessee- Chattanooga Mocs 38-20.
Wilkerson’s return home is already making a difference
Giovana Larregui Lopez, a junior outside hitter, jumps to spike the ball during the volleyball of the second set of the first game against the UT Martin Skyhawks at Lantz Arena Friday afternoon. Lopez had 24 kills, 5 kills, and scored 27 points. The Panthers won 3-2 against the Skyhawks.
Volleyball team wins ‘big’ at OVC awards
Easterns mens basketball Head Coach Marty Simmons, talks to players during a timeout in a game against the St. Mary of the Woods College Black Horses during the game in Lantz Arena Monday afternoon. The Panthers won 102-40 against the Black Horses.
Lantz Arena ‘up to code’ but not accessible
Autumn Schulz is a junior sports media relations major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
Accessibility and sports should always coincide
After Makiya Miller (3), a freshman guard for the Wright State Rowdy Raiders, stumbles over herself and loses the ball, Julia Bengtson (20), a sophomore guard, recovers the ball to push the offensive during the womens basketball game against the Rowdy Raiders at Lantz Arena Monday afternoon. Bengtson had four rebounds, two assists and scored nine points. The Panthers won 96-67 against the Rowdy Raiders. The Panthers have won seven games in row.
Women’s basketball teams’ perfect season continues against Wright State
Kyla Moton is a junior English major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Why are books being constantly banned?
Ellen Dooley is a sophomore special education standard major. and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Accessibility is not an option
Ci Richardson is a psychology major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Events are not accessible or sensory friendly on campus
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Families should not be responsible for disability laws
Brie Coder is a graduate student studying graduate student in communication and leadership and can be reached at bmcoder@eiu.edu or 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: American Music Awards showcases returning and up and coming talent
A wheelchair in front of a flight of stairs outside of Lantz Arena on Nov. 18 at Eastern.
EDITORIAL: Students with disabilities should not have to fend for themselves
A tribute at the front enterance of the memorial service that people could view. As part of the tribute, pictures of Jason Aguilar and teammates and other mementos were placed.
EDITORIAL: You aren’t alone
EDITORIAL: Vote yes for Worker’s Rights Amendment
EDITORIAL: Vote yes for Worker’s Rights Amendment
EDITORIAL: If its not a crime, why are they doing time?
EDITORIAL: If it’s not a crime, why are they doing time?
Fidget toys like squishy balls and silly puddy are available to students to alleviate stress during therapy sessions at the Counseling Clinic.
EDITORIAL: Eastern: time to be proactive, not reactive
Kyla Moton is a junior English major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Why are books being constantly banned?
Ellen Dooley is a sophomore special education standard major. and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Accessibility is not an option
Ci Richardson is a psychology major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Events are not accessible or sensory friendly on campus
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Families should not be responsible for disability laws
Brie Coder is a graduate student studying graduate student in communication and leadership and can be reached at bmcoder@eiu.edu or 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: American Music Awards showcases returning and up and coming talent
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Coles County Faith-Based Coalition for Racial Justice thankful for Douglas Hall name change
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Coles County Faith-Based Coalition for Racial Justice thankful for Douglas Hall name change
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: 1978 EIU Championship Football Team members forced to pay for a ticket to the Homecoming game
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: 1978 EIU Championship Football Team members forced to pay for a ticket to the Homecoming game
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: I love when Brother Jed comes to campus
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: I love when Brother Jed comes to campus
Guest Column: You can cancel Stephen Douglas or you can cancel Black people
Letter to the Editor: Be aware of others’ struggles, hard times during pandemic
Swathi Nayani, Hemanth Naga Payyavula, and Supriya Toodi, all computer technology graduate students from India, share the runway for the fashion show part of Global Culture Night in the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union.
International students share cultures at Global Culture Night
The first play in the New Works Festival called On Pointe, features a young man who dances in ballet and struggles with having a disapproving father who judges him for being a man in ballet in the Theatre of Doudna Fine Arts Center.
Theatre students to perform original plays
The percussionist part of the Panther Marching Band perform two different pieces, the first from Cuba, and the second from Brazil, at the Dia De Los Muertos Gala.
Percussionists dream to teach music to next generation
Candy Fordjour Frimpong, a graduate student studying art, details her ceramics project in the Ceramics Studio Sunday afternoon. Fordjour Frimpong said with her artwork she hopes to promote a message of diversity. I want to use my indigenous background to relate well with the contemporaries around [Charleston], Fordjour Frimpong said.
Students tell stories through their art
Teachers Assistant Samuel Wilson, a graduate student studying art, assists Jennifer Teibowei, a freshman biological sciences major, learn how to chain stitch during an Introduction to Art class in The Doudna Fine Arts Center Monday afternoon, Nov. 7, 2022, on the Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston, Ill.
Out of time, out of money: Reality of art students
Kyle Thomas (24), a freshman center, puts the ball up into the basket with a layup, scoring a total of 8 points during the Eastern game vs. Northern Illinois University. The Panthers lost to the Huskies 90-70 in Lantz Arena Wednesday night.
THROUGH THE LENS: Panthers vs. Huskies
Conor Baltz, the director of operations at the Doudna Fine Arts Center, hangs glass bulb ornaments onto the seasonal Christmas tree in preparation of Doudnas Holiday Fest Tuesday afternoon. Students Zak Wagner, a senior music major, and Hannah Wellbaum, a graduate student studying clinical counseling, help put hooks on ornaments to hand to Baltz.
THROUGH THE LENS: Holiday Fest-ivity preparations
Guard Yaakema Rose Jr. (4), yells in excitement after center player Nick Ellington (11), dunks the ball during their game vs. Illinois State University. The Panthers lost to the Redbirds 54-49 in Lantz Arena.
THROUGH THE LENS: Panthers vs. Redbirds, first home game of season
Sajani Reddy Singapuram, a computer technology graduate student, dressed in her saree, along with other traditional Indian attire and jewelry, walks up the stairs and into the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union for her singing performance at the Global Culture Night
THROUGH THE LENS: Preparing for a night full of culture
The Coles County Board retained its two Democratic seats during the general elections on Election Day. Michael Watts and Gail Mason, who represent District 3 and 12 respectively, will continue to serve on the Board into the next term which ends in 2024. District 11 Candidate Matt Titus ran and lost 669-563.
THROUGH THE LENS: Coles County Democrats Election Day watch party
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Men’s soccer talks getting through quarantine together

April 22, 2020

Life without sports is weird, we will get through it

March 23, 2020

Column: NCAA Tournament cancelation depressing

March 12, 2020

Notebook: Belmont, Cougars currently lead OVC standings

March 10, 2020

Analysis: Despite tournament exit, Panthers played well

March 8, 2020
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lariah Washington rises above her defender to get off a shot attempt. Eastern lost 63-52 to Tennessee-Martin in the semifinals of the OVC Tournament Friday.

Skyhawks end Panthers’ season in the semifinal of OVC Tournament

March 6, 2020

Analysis: Men’s basketball struggled against resurging Austin Peay

March 6, 2020

Take some chances; make change

March 5, 2020
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Lariah Washington rises above her defender for a shot attempt. Eastern defeated Jacksonville State 49-46 to advance to the semifinals Friday in the OVC Tournament.

Analysis: Panthers made big plays at right time to clinch semifinals appearance

March 5, 2020

Panthers defeat Jacksonville State in 1st round of OVC Tournament.

March 5, 2020

Panthers finish regular season strong

March 1, 2020

Reflecting on college during midterm

February 27, 2020
George Dixon (left), Logan Koch (middle) and Shareef Smith (right) surround an Austin Peay ball handler and reach in for a steal during Eastern’s 83-80 victory over Austin Peay Feb. 22 in Lantz Arena. Eastern can secure an OVC tournament spot with a win Thursday against Southeast Missouri.

Men’s basketball team can clinch tournament spot with win Thursday, travel to face SEMO

February 26, 2020
Members of the Eastern mens basketball team (from left) Shawn Wilson, Josiah Wallace, Kashwan Charles and JaQualis Matlock celebrate an 83-80 overtime win against Austin Peay Feb. 22 in Lantz Arena.

Panthers grab back-to-back upset wins

February 24, 2020

Men’s basketball team completes sweep of top OVC teams, defeats Austin Peay 83-80

February 22, 2020

NBA playoffs bring surprises

February 20, 2020

Notebook: Men’s basketball to face top 2 teams in OVC this week

February 18, 2020

Analysis: 3 things for men’s basketball to execute

February 16, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Mack Smith attempts a layup during Easterns 76-74 loss to SIUE Thursday in Lantz Arena.

Eastern suffers tough loss to SIUE Thursday

February 15, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News JaQualis Matlock plays through contact from his defender to drive down the lane for a layup attempt. Eastern defeated Morehead State 71-65 Feb. 6 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball looks to build momentum, hosts SIUE Thursday

February 12, 2020

Smith, Wallace, defense flourish in win

February 9, 2020

Men’s basketball goes cold from three-point range in loss

February 6, 2020

A birthday ode to my mother

February 6, 2020

Dixon and Smith reflect on passing of Kobe Bryant

February 5, 2020

Men’s basketball set to play three straight games at Lantz

February 4, 2020

3 areas for Panthers to improve

February 3, 2020

Kobe Bryant will forever be my hero

January 30, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Shareef Smith looks around his defender to try and get a pass attempt off. Eastern defeated Southeast Missouri 61-59 Jan. 25 in Lantz Arena.

Panthers go on the road to face top OVC teams

January 29, 2020
Forward JaQualis Matlock looks to pass the ball in Eastern’s 61-59 win against Southeast Missouri on Jan. 25 at Lantz Arena.

Eastern to face top two teams in the OVC this week

January 28, 2020

3 things to build on for men’s basketball

January 26, 2020
Eastern guard Josiah Wallace drives inside against Tennessee-Martin Jan. 23 in Lantz Arena. Wallace had 22 points, 20 of which came in the first half, the Panthers won the game 95-83.

Men’s basketball wins 3rd-straight OVC game

January 23, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News George Dixon hangs on the rim as he slams down a two-handed dunk. Eastern defeated Tennessee Tech 84-59 Jan. 18 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball faces Tennessee-Martin Thursday in revenge game

January 22, 2020
Eastern guard Marvin Johnson attempts a layup against Tennessee Tech Jan. 18 at Lantz Arena. Johnson had six points and four assists in an 84-59 win for the Panthers.

Men’s basketball remains undefeated at Lantz Arena

January 18, 2020

‘The Rise of Skywalker’ was decent at best

January 16, 2020

Eastern showcases guard depth in 1st conference win

January 16, 2020
Adam Tumino | The Daily Eastern News Mack Smith (right) shouts directions to teammate George Dixon (left). Eastern defeated Green Bay 93-80 Dec. 7 in Lantz Arena.

Men’s basketball hopes to bounce back Thursday after rough start to OVC play

January 15, 2020
File Photo | The Daily Eastern New’s Head coach Kiki Lara in the middle of coaching a match in Fall 2018. Lara departs the program as the ninth coach in program history and serving five years as the head coach.

Lara leaves men’s soccer program

January 14, 2020

Top 3 teams in OVC match preseason poll

January 13, 2020

Men’s basketball loses 4th straight OVC game

January 12, 2020

Analysis: Dixon and Smith shine in win Dec. 7

December 8, 2019

The semester’s almost over; we can do it

December 5, 2019

Panthers’ comeback stopped short, lose to Fort Wayne on road

December 4, 2019

Analysis: 3 things that standout for men’s basketball

December 2, 2019

Here’s why Thanksgiving is my favorite

November 21, 2019

Omar ready for next step in his journey

November 20, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Deang Deang guards an opposing ball handler while preparing for an incoming screen. Eastern defeated Indiana Northwest 114-61 Monday in Lantz Arena.

Analysis: Panthers flourish on offense and defense in home win

November 18, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 3)

November 15, 2019
Eastern guard Josiah Wallace wraps a pass around a Chicago State defender in the game Nov. 12 in Lantz Arena. Wallace had six points, three rebounds and three assists in the Panthers’ 98-34 win.

Men’s basketball team blows out Chicago State 98-34

November 12, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Davi Girardi (right) shields his eyes from the sun as he fights to win the ball out of the air. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 at Lakeside Field Oct. 19.

Men’s soccer team finishes its 2019 season

November 11, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 2)

November 7, 2019

Notebook: Eastern’s chances at tournament down to one match

November 6, 2019

Red Raiders rout Panthers in season opener

November 5, 2019

Men’s soccer wins final conference match

November 3, 2019

Here’s a list of important albums (part 1)

October 31, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Freshman Maxwell Allen attempts to intercept a pass in Eastern’s 0-0 double-overtime tie against Omaha on Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer ready for Fort Wayne match

October 31, 2019

Panther defense prospers in exhibition win

October 30, 2019

Panthers’ playoff push enters final stretch

October 28, 2019

Men’s soccer loses 2-1 to Western Illinois in chippy match

October 27, 2019

Men’s soccer team to face Western on road

October 24, 2019

Opinion: It is not about how hard you can hit

October 24, 2019

Summit League soccer teams enter final 3 weeks

October 22, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke makes a diving save off a rebound shot, coming after making an initial save on a penalty kick. Eastern tied Omaha 0-0 Oct. 19 at Lakeside Field.

Analysis: Burke’s penalty kick save sets tone against Omaha

October 20, 2019

Opinion: Three things NBA fans are ready to see

October 17, 2019

Men’s soccer prepares for final home match

October 17, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Quinn Rechner boots a long pass upfield, as a defender jumps to try and block it. Eastern lost 2-0 to Milwaukee Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Column: Recent losses don’t shake Panther defense

October 16, 2019

Eastern men’s soccer team loses 2nd straight home game

October 15, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa gets prepared to settle the ball out of the air, while looking upfield for an open pass. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

Panthers ready for home match against Milwaukee

October 14, 2019

Men’s soccer loses 5-1 to Northern Illinois

October 8, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Jonathan Burke punches a crossed ball away as an attacker misses his header attempt. Eastern defeated IUPUI 1-0 Oct. 1 at Lakeside Field.

Panthers ready for interstate rival

October 7, 2019

Men’s soccer loses first home game of the season against Oral Roberts

October 6, 2019

October is tough for me: Here’s why

October 3, 2019

Men’s soccer looks to protect undefeated home record against Oral Roberts Saturday

October 3, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa goes up to head away a corner kick amongst his own teammates and an opposing player. Eastern scored a second-half goal to defeat IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer scores late in match, defeats IUPUI 1-0 Tuesday

October 1, 2019

Men’s soccer ready for next game against IUPUI

September 30, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Shady Omar attempts a headed shot off a throw in in Eastern’s 3-2 win against Belmont Sept. 24 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer opens conference play with tie

September 29, 2019

The Cardinals should not be ignored

September 26, 2019
Cameron Behm kicks his leg out to block the opponent’s pass attempt near the sideline. Eastern defeated Belmont 3-2 in overtime Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Panthers to face Denver in conference opener

September 26, 2019

Sosnowski looks to leave his mark on Eastern soccer program

September 26, 2019
Dillan Schorfheide | The Daily Eastern News Cameron Behm (left) and Shady Omar (right) celebrate Omar’s goal by running toward the bleachers. Omar’s goal, in the second half, tied Eastern’s match against Belmont at 2-2 Tuesday at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer beats Belmont in overtime

September 24, 2019

Men’s soccer team ready for home match against rival Belmont

September 23, 2019

Time has wings, so enjoy the present

September 19, 2019

Men’s soccer team looks back to championship team 50 years later

September 19, 2019

Men’s soccer shows more than 2-4 record

September 17, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Edgar Mesa, the captain of the men’s soccer team, starts to make a pass to a teammate. Eastern defeated St. Xavier in the match, Eastern’s home opener, 2-0 at Lakeside Field Sept. 10.

Men’s soccer splits weekend matches against Bradley, Northwestern

September 16, 2019

I’m rooting for the Dodgers: Here’s why

September 12, 2019
Karina Delgado | The Daily Eastern News Christian Sosnowski runs to gain possession of the ball as a defender starts to guard him. Eastern defeated St. Xavier Tuesday in its home opener 2-0 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer looks to build momentum with weekend matches

September 12, 2019

Men’s soccer picks up 1st win of season

September 10, 2019

Men’s soccer attempts comeback, falls short 3-2 against Ohio State

September 8, 2019

Put your opinions on NFL players away

September 5, 2019

Defense will bounce back, improve for men’s soccer

September 4, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Shady Omar tries to retrieve the ball out of midair as a defender grabs him during the Eastern men’s soccer team’s 2-1 loss to Valparaiso in October 2018 at Lakeside Field.

Men’s soccer loses first two matches to start the season

September 2, 2019

Disrespect toward Andrew Luck is unwarranted

August 29, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Eastern goalkeeper Jonathan Burke skies over an attacker to make a save during the men’s soccer team’s double-overtime 1-1 tie with Evansville in August 2018 at Lakeside Field.

Burke ready to improve, lead men’s soccer this season

August 28, 2019

Column: Defense remains a focus for Eastern’s men’s soccer team

August 26, 2019

Holland’s Spider-Man is a success

August 22, 2019

Men’s soccer getting ready for the regular season after final exhibition match

August 20, 2019
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Jake Andrews fends off a sliding defender while making a move with the ball during Eastern’s 0-1 loss to Green Bay at Lakeside Field in September 2018.

Men’s soccer team looking for improved offense this season

August 14, 2019

Track, field teams headed to Louisville

April 25, 2019

Panthers’ season over; offseason begins

April 24, 2019

Eastern wraps up season with losses

April 22, 2019
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