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Members of the Delta Zeta sorority, Hayley Gregory (left), Morgan Circelli (center) and Sophia Brodeski (right) pull the rope during the semifinals of Tugs against Alpha Gamma Delta with Alpha Sigma Alpha eventually winning the finals at the campus pond.
Fraternities, sororities compete in annual tug of war competition
Newly elected Speaker of the senate Megan Fox answering questions on her plans as speaker at the final student senate meeting of the year in the 1895 room in the Martin Luther King jr. union on Wednesday.
EIU student senate gives end-of-year speeches
EIU students wrote post cards in appreciation to alumni and for scholarships they have received on Tuesday at EIU Giving Day.
EIU raises $120,000 from Giving Day
Members of Insomniacs Dream practice parts of the group's Springfest set list Friday evening. Several of the music collective members graduated from EIU.
Spring Fest returns Thursday at Doudna
Garbage cans are placed on the main floor of the field house in Groniger Arena to catch the water that is still leaking from the roof on Monday.
Eastern field house floods due to recent weather
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Bring back region-based conferences
74) Trevon Piggee-Blake stands together on the sidelines during football practice at O'Brien Field.
EIU football players cross into D9 fraternities
Charleston High School senior Luke Bonnstetter pitches during game one of the Trojans' doubleheader against Mattoon on Monday afternoon at Mattoon High School in Mattoon, Illinois
CHS baseball ends losing skid against Robinson
The Charleston High School softball team gathering on the infield for a meeting during game one of the Trojans' doubleheader against Mattoon High School on Tuesday April 8, 2025., at Neco Field.
CHS softball returns home, beats Marshall 10-9
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: You should start cycling
Charleston High School senior Luke Bonnstetter pitches during game one of the Trojans' doubleheader against Mattoon on Monday afternoon at Mattoon High School in Mattoon, Illinois
CHS baseball ends losing skid against Robinson
Eastern's men's baseball team practices in the Lantz Indoor Fieldhouse on Thursday evening. The team's first game will be against the Florida A&M Rattlers on Feb. 16 in Tallahassee at Bragg Memorial Stadium at Florida A&M's campus.
Panthers of the Week: Bryce Riggs, Kenyetietta Quinn
Charleston High School sophomore Russell Applegate stepping into the batter's box during game one of the Trojans' doubleheader against the Mattoon Greenwave as Charleston lost both games 12-8 and 5-4 on Monday April 7.
Trojan baseball loses 7-4 to St. Anthony
Catcher Redshirt Sophomore Luke Melton throws his bat to the side while he runs to first base,, during the Baseball game at Coaches Stadium against Illinois Wesleyan Eastern Illinois University won the game with 11-1. April 23,2025 on the EIU campus, Charleston ILL
Panther baseball stretches winning streak to six games
The Charleston High School baseball team has a mound meeting during game one of its doubleheader against the Mattoon Greenwave as Charleston lost both games 12-8 and 5-4 on Monday April 7.
CHS baseball gets swept by Mahomet-Seymour
Men's basketball practices before the Morehead state game, tomorrow in Groniger Arena, Jan 22,2025. Men's basketball has lost six games in conferences so far this year. on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
STAFF PICKS: Who will win the 2025 NBA finals?
Forward redshirt freshman Georgia Cox looking for someone open to pass too, during the game Thursday Feb 20,2025 in Evansville Indiana against Souther Indiana Screaming Eagles, panthers lost 66-46. at Liberty Arena.
EIU women’s basketball forward announces departure from program
[Thumbnail Edition] Senior Foward Macy McGlone, getsw the ball and gets the point during the first half of the game aginst Western Illinois University,, Eastern Illinois University Lost to Western Illinois University Thursday March 6 20205, 78-75 EIU lost making it the end of their season
McGlone etches herself in EIU history
Eastern redshirt junior guard Obadiah Curtis cuts to the basket as Little Rock senior guard Jordan Jefferson guards him during the first half Eastern basketball’s win against Little Rock 71-60 at Groniger Arena on Thursday.
EIU men’s basketball players that entered the transfer portal
Fans of Meridian High School watch as St. Anthony High School has the ball near the end of the first quarter of the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Super sectional game at Groniger Arena on Monday.
What does Eastern get from hosting high school sports events?
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Bring back region-based conferences
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: You should start cycling
Drew Farrell
COLUMN: The NFL should adopt the fourth-and-20 play
Cameron Thomas
COLUMN: Why the NBA ratings are down
Emerson Reynolds
COLUMN: Sports media must be more positive
Fans of Meridian High School watch as St. Anthony High School has the ball near the end of the first quarter of the Illinois High School Association Class 1A Super sectional game at Groniger Arena on Monday.
What does Eastern get from hosting high school sports events?
Forward senior Macy McGlone plays defences ready for the ball, during the game Thursday Feb 20,2025 in Evansville Indiana against Souther Indiana Screaming Eagles, panthers lost 66-46. at Liberty Arena.
Panthers of the Week: Abraham Johnson, Macy McGlone
(Thumbnail Edition) Ramsey Hunt competes in the men's long jump category for the second day of EIU Big Blue Classic. Hunt finishes first in the finals with a mark of 7.35m at the O’Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Graduate jumper looks to make big leap in final year at EIU
Sophomore multi track and field athlete Ben Jessup stretches and prepares to compete in the John Craft Invite on Saturday.
Eastern track and field athlete returns after injury setback
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh
74) Trevon Piggee-Blake stands together on the sidelines during football practice at O'Brien Field.
EIU football players cross into D9 fraternities
Junior offensive line Nic DiSanto running to his position for practice at O'Brien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. April 3, 2025.
Newest EIU football captain comes from hockey, hard work
Eastern Illinois football redshirt junior running back Jay Pearson running down the middle of the field during Eastern’s spring game as the offense beat the defense 43-42 at O’Brien field on Saturday.
EIU football play spring game, announce team captains
Eastern redshirt sophomore Jay Pearson runs the ball during the football game against Charleston Southern University Saturday at O'Brien Stadium. The Panthers won 16-13.
Youth talent takes starting role at EIU
Sebastian Pares Defensive Line celebrates a touch down with this team at the Illinois Sate against Eastern Illinois game at Illinois State University at the Statefarm center lasted season, football game in Normal Ill
Three Panthers prepare for NFL and CFL Draft
Eastern Illinois women’s soccer junior forward Abby Reinl fighting with Illinois State junior defender Erika Wells to get the ball during Eastern’s lost to Illinois State 1-0 at its spring game at Lakeside field on April 12, 2025., on the Eastern Illinois University campus. Charleston ILL. 
EIU women’s soccer faces Illinois State in second spring game
(Thumbnail Edition) SUBMITTED PHOTO | BLAINEY DOWLING From left to right: senior safety Tienne Fridge, junior forward Katiebeth May, redshirt sophomore defender Elizabeth Galvin and redshirt sophomore quarterback Blainey Dowling at the Uplifting Athletes Conference Saturday Feb 1 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Uplifting Athletes conference teaches EIU athletes fundraising, leadership
Josh Oakley has left the Eastern men's soccer program after two years as head coach.
Men’s soccer head coach leaves Eastern
Centerback Sarah Hagg, then a sophomore, playing in a game against Purdue Fort Wayne on August 21, 2022 . Eastern won the game 2-0. at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
Past EIU defender signs for professional soccer club
Goal Keeper Sophomore Ella Kratochvil of the women's soccer team, in the beginning of the game jumps up to bump team mate during the introduction of the game during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles
Women’s soccer could see extended season
The Charleston High School softball team gathering on the infield for a meeting during game one of the Trojans' doubleheader against Mattoon High School on Tuesday April 8, 2025., at Neco Field.
CHS softball returns home, beats Marshall 10-9
Eastern Illinois softball freshman utility player Abbi Hatton (right) and freshman outfielder Morgan Hance (left) hugging each other after a walk off hit during the first game of Eastern’s double header against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville at Williams field on Sunday.
EIU softball splits doubleheader with second-place SIUE
Eastern Illinois softball senior outfielder Sophie Cerveny sliding into home plate as she gets called out during Eastern’s loss to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 3-1 on senior day at Williams field on Saturday.
Panthers break 10-game win streak against Cougars, honor seniors
Eastern Illinois softball freshman outfielder Morgan Hance on third base getting ready to run to home plate at Williams field during Eastern’s win against Indiana State University 8-0 in six innings on Tuesday.
EIU softball outfielder discusses her change from volleyball in Q&A
Eastern Illinois softball senior infielder Briana Gonzalez sliding into third base after hitting a leadoff triple in the bottom of the fifth inning at Williams field during Eastern’s win against Indiana State University 8-0 in six innings on Tuesday.
Panther softball shuts out Indiana State
Redshirt junior guard Obadiah Curtis drives to the basket against Graduate student forward Jack Mielke during the second half of Eastern’s lost to Southern Indiana 64-60 on Saturday
Panthers of the Week: Obadiah Curtis, Autumn Grinter
Members of the EIU women's basketball game rush to the student section to celebrate a 51-49 win over the University of Southern Indiana Groniger Arena Saturday. The Panthers won 51-49 in a late game layup and free throw with 13 seconds left allowing the Panthers to continue on a 10-0 win streak in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Panther Roundup: Women’s basketball undefeated in OVC, men’s swim wins almost every event
Senior Freestyle swimmer Conner Colston reacting to getting fourth place in the 50-yard freestyle with a time of 22.26 during the Eastern Illinois men’s loss against Lewis University 152-110 on Friday evening.
EIU swim celebrates seniors against Lewis
Senior midfielder Avery Richardson stands still during a break in the game for a green carding during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston, Ill. EIU won 2-1.
Panthers of the Week: Avery Richardson, Conner Colston
Through 40 years of coaching: Scott Teeters
Freshman Eastern Illinois tennis player Duarte Trocado readies to backhand the ball during Eastern’s Horizon League conference opener against Tennessee State University as Eastern lost 5-2 on Saturday.
Men’s tennis loses home conference opener against TSU
Freshman tennis player Fabien Planchard backhands the ball during the Eastern Illinois Fall Invitational Friday at the Darling Courts.
EIU tennis prepares for weekend games
Members of the EIU women's basketball game rush to the student section to celebrate a 51-49 win over the University of Southern Indiana Groniger Arena Saturday. The Panthers won 51-49 in a late game layup and free throw with 13 seconds left allowing the Panthers to continue on a 10-0 win streak in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Panther Roundup: Women’s basketball undefeated in OVC, men’s swim wins almost every event
Players of the Eastern Illinois University women's basketball team cheer on teammates during their game against the Indiana State Sycamores on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 in Groniger Arena.
Panther Sports Roundup: What you missed over the weekend
Freshman tennis player Ludolph Wiggett tries to hit the ball during the Eastern Illinois Fall Invitational Friday at the Darling Courts.
Freshman tennis player shares COVID-19 experience in Australia in Q&A
Eastern Illinois University’s volleyball coach Ryan Millar gives directions to his players at the Sister City Park Beach Volleyball courts on March 13.
Olympic gold medal winner joins EIU’s coaching staff for volleyball
Junior Lilli Amettis dives down to get the ball during Eastern's beach volleyball game against Lindenwood University. Amettis' teammate, redshirt junior Julia Udell, watches her back on April 10, 2025 at Sister City Park in Charleston Ill.
EIU beach volleyball suffers close loss to Lindenwood
Junior Sylvia Hasz (left) and senior Kaitlyn Flynn (right) compete in a beach volleyball match against the Lindenwood Lions on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Sister City Park in Charleston, ILL
EIU beach volleyball set to host only home match against Lindenwood
Head Volleyball Coach Sara Thomas high fives her players before the volleyball game against the University of Missouri Tigers Friday afternoon at Lantz Aren. The Panthers lost 3-1.
Head EIU volleyball coach resigns
(Thumbnail Edition) Associate Head Coach Manolo Concepcion talks to the Volleyball team from the side lines during the game against Tennessee State at the Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Nov 20,2024. Charleston ILL.
EIU volleyball coach contract not renewed
Students perform in the play, "Squirrels Against Students," for the New Works Festival on April 8 in the Doudna Fine Arts Center.
Eastern students direct plays at New Works Festival
Senior music major Joseph Tucker performs his written song "Alarm Clock" during Open Mic night during the Liberation Mic event at the EIU Cultural House.
Liberation Mic presents Eastern-based performances
Students, staff and parents join together in the Tarble Arts Center to award undergraduate EIU student work and to view the artwork of undergrads and graduate students from on Saturday.
Tarble Arts Center features EIU student, graduate student artwork
Chanticleer's countertenor Adam Brett sings during act two of the performance Saturday evening at the Dvorak Concert Hall.
Chanticleer delivers memorable moments for audience
Chanticleer will be performing at 7:30 in the Dvorak Concert Hall in the Doudna Fine Arts Center on Saturday, April 5.
Grammy award-winning Chanticleer to perform at Doudna
Tyrone Naylor
COLUMN: Food is too consistent on campus
Luke Brewer
COLUMN: ‘Sinners’ is heavenly
Emerson Reynolds
COLUMN: Nintendo Switch 2: We are no longer back
Cam'ron Hardy
COLUMN: ‘The Amateur:’ Geeks can be badass too
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Wrestling should focus more on matches
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 90: Kept Woman: Can I Have My Time Back?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 89: Is ‘Opus’ Really That Grand?
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 88: There’s More to Action Films Than Killing
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 87: Luke Brewer vs. The World
Ben Rienbolt, the international student coordinator who ran the event for Holi and set up for the day for students, got to participate himself in the festival of colors.
Unofficial Holi festival of colors celebration lights up Library Quad
Saxophonist Chad LB solos on a jazz chart with the Eastern Illinois Jazz Ensemble during the first song of Eastern Jazz Festival.
THROUGH THE LENS: Award-winning saxophonist Chad LB plays at EIU
Redshirt junior running back Jay Pearson throws a cream pie into the face of a faculty member in the Grand Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr. Union.
THROUGH THE LENS: Jock-N-Roll raises $1,500 for veteran
Students hug at the candlelight vigil for Eastern student Yahacov Dennis who died last Saturday, January 25 at Amoco.
THROUGH THE LENS: Vigil commemorated to Eastern student death
The cheering grows louder as players for the Eastern Illinois University women's basketball team get closer to 100 points. Macy McGlone said the team was counting down the points to 100 from the slide lines.
THROUGH THE LENS: Women’s basketball score 100 points for first time since 2018
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Eastern pitcher Kyle Lang winds up for a pitch against Bellarmine on March 9, 2021, at Coaches Field. Lang pitched a season-high 7 innings, allowing 6 hits and 1 run in an 8-1 Eastern win.

[Photo] Panthers sweep Grambling State over weekend

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
March 8, 2022
Eastern head coach Adam Cushing (right) expresses displeasures with a call on the field in Eastern’s Homecoming Game against Tennessee State on Oct. 23, 2021, at O’Brien Field. Eastern lost to the Tigers 28-0.

[Photo] Cushing steps down as football coach

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
January 11, 2022
Eastern guard Kejuan Clements handles the ball in transition in the Panthers' game against North Park on Dec. 4, 2021 in Lantz Arena. Clements had 25 points and 11 assists in the game, which Eastern won 76-71.

[Photo] Panthers to stay busy over winter break

Autumn Schulz, Assistant Sports Editor
December 9, 2021
Eastern runners Adam Swanson (left) and Dustin Hatfield compete in an event in the Lantz Fieldhouse during the 2020 indoor track season.

[Photo] Track teams to open season

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
December 9, 2021
Eastern running back Harrison Bey-Buie attempts to run the ball past the Tennessee State defensive line in the Panthers' Homecoming Game on Oct. 19 at O'Brien Field. Bey-Buie was named to the OVC All-Newcomer after the season.

[Photo] Several Panthers given All-OVC honors

Autumn Schulz, Assistant Sports Editor
November 29, 2021
Eastern forward Zenaya Barnes boots the ball downfield in Eastern’s 3-0 win over Illinois Springfield Aug. 22 at Lakeside Field. Barnes had an assist and three shots in the game with one shot on goal.

[Photo] Barnes looking to grow during offseason

Nick Bays, Women’s Soccer Reporter
November 28, 2021
Eastern forward Sammy Friday IV battles with two Chicago State defenders in the paint in a game last December, which Eastern won 78-56.

[Photo] Men’s basketball team to play home opener Monday

Ryan Meyer, Men’s Basketball Reporter
November 14, 2021
Eastern guard Kashawn Charles makes a pass to his right in a game against Chicago State in Lantz Arena on Dec. 3, 2020. The Panthers won the game by a score of 78-56.

[Photo] Panthers to play St. Louis for 2nd game

Autumn Schulz, Assistant Sports Editor
November 11, 2021
Eastern runners Kate Bushue (32) and Lindsey Carlson (33) participate in the EIU Walt Crawford Open on Sept. 3 at the Tom Woodall Panther Trail. Both Bushue and Carlson earned first team All-OVC honors this season and Carlson won OVC Runner of the Year.

[Photo] Cross country teams travel to Regionals

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
November 11, 2021
Eastern forward Sammy Friday IV battles with two Chicago State defenders in the paint in a game last December, which Eastern won 78-56.

[Photo] Panthers win by 56 points to open season

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
November 10, 2021
Eastern forward Sammy Friday IV attempts a layup agaisnt Morehead State on Jan. 14, 2021, in Lantz Arena. Eastern lost that game 87-61.

[Photo] Men’s basketball team opening season at Northwestern

Ryan Meyer, Men’s Basketball Reporter
November 8, 2021
Eastern goalkeeper Jonathan Burke reaches down to make a save in a match against Omaha Oct. 9 at Lakeside Field. Burke had 11 saves in the match, but Eastern lost 2-1.

[Photo] Men’s soccer team loses season finale, honors seniors

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
November 7, 2021
Eastern outside hitter Danielle Allen connects on a kill attempt in a match against Southeast Missouri on Oct. 9 in Lantz Arena. Allen had 5 kills in the match, which Eastern lost 3-0.

[Photo] Panthers lose 2 weekend matches on road

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
November 7, 2021
Eastern men's basketball Marty Simmons (center) poses with Eastern President David Glassman (left) and Athletic Director Tom Michael in his introductory press conference on April 1, 2021 in Lantz Arena.

[Photo] Simmons discusses Panthers’ preparations

Ryan Meyer, Men’s Basketball Reporter
November 4, 2021
Eastern forward Abby Wahl pushes through a defender in a game against Eastern Kentucky on Jan. 16. Whal had 10 points and 9 rebounds in the game, which Eastern won 73-68.

[Photo] Panthers to play exhibition Wednesday

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
November 2, 2021
The Eastern men's cross country team starts the race in the EIU Walt Crawford Open on Sept. 3 at the Tom Woodall Panther Trail. The team placed first overall in the event.

[Photo] Men’s cross country team wins OVC

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
October 31, 2021
Eastern runners Lindsey Carlson (33) and Kate Bushue (32) compete in the EIU Walt Crawford Open on Sept. 3.

[Photo] Cross country teams heading to OVC Championships

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
October 28, 2021
Eastern outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn follows through on a kill attempt in a match against Indiana State on Sept. 19 in Lantz Arena. Flynn had 10 kills and 10 digs in the match, which Eastern lost 3-1.

[Photo] Panthers home for matches with Skyhawks

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
October 21, 2021
Eastern midfielder Ava Hensley swings the ball back toward the middle of the field in a match against Illinois Springfield on Aug. 22 at Lakeside Field. Eastern won the match 3-0.

[Photo] OVC soccer teams continue conference play

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
September 30, 2021
Members of the Eastern volleyball team celebrate from the bench during a match against IUPUI on Aug. 27 in Lantz Arena. The Panthers won the match 3-0. The victory was the first of a three-match winning streak for the Panthers to open the season.

[Photo] Panthers to test 3-0 record against NIU

Adam Tumino, Sports Editor
September 1, 2021
Members of the Eastern women's soccer team celebrate a penalty kick goal by senior forward Itxaso Aguero (7) that put Eastern up 1-0 against Jacksonville State on March 30 at Lakeside Field. Aguero would add another goal later on and the Panthers beat the Gamecocks 3-2.

[Photo] Panther offense breaks out in 3-2 win

Adam Tumino, Editor-in-Chief
March 30, 2021
Eastern wide receiver Isaiah Hill turns upfield on a 73-yard catch and run in a game against Southeast Missouri on Nov. 16, 2019. Hill had 13 catches for 152 yards and a touchdown in the game, which Eastern lost 26-12.

[Photo] Panthers to open delayed season Sunday

Adam Tumino, Editor-in-Chief
February 17, 2021
Eastern head football coach Adam Cushing addresses the team during a timeout in a game against Indiana State in September 2019. Cushing spoke with the media Tuesday as preparations for the upcoming season get underway.

[Photo] Media day held for OVC football teams

Adam Tumino, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2021
The Eastern football team exits the tunnel and prepares to take the field against Indiana on Sept. 7, 2019. The Panthers are set to resume football-related activities on Aug. 31 following the postponement of the 2020 season.

[Photo] Panthers set to resume football activities

Charles Lettner, Football Reporter
August 24, 2020
Eastern outfielder Tyler Tesmond rounds third base at Coaches Stadium last March against Lindenwood. Eastern beat Lindenwood 5-2 and Tesmond recorded two hits in the game.

[Photo] Baseball team wins weekend set against Gamecocks

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
March 9, 2020
Eastern junior Jeremy Bekkouche (left) and sophomore Nick Oakley (right) compete in the EIU John Craft Invite Jan. 18 in the Lantz Field House.

[Photo] Men’s track wins OVC Championship, women take 5th

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Assistant Sports Editor
February 28, 2020
Eastern freshman Claire Perez-Korinko returns an opponent’s shot in the Eastern Illinois Fall Invite last September at the Darling Courts.

[Photo] Women’s tennis loses 4th-straight

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
February 17, 2020
Max Pilipovic-Kljajic nails a serve to his opponent and completes his follow-through last September at Eastern's Darling Courts. The Panthers play three more road matches this weekend.

[Photo] More road matches ahead for men’s tennis

Vince Lovergine, Men’s Tennis Reporter
January 30, 2020
Eastern freshman Elizaveta Bukraba-Ulanova swings to return the ball at Eastern’s Darling Courts last September. The women’s tennis team is 5-4 so far this spring.

[Photo] Women’s tennis goes 1-3 over weekend

Bailey Scoggins, Women’s Tennis Reporter
January 27, 2020
Eastern sophomore Jarod Farrow swims in a meet against Saint Louis last October in Lantz Arena. The Panthers compete on the road at Indiana State Dec. 7.

[Photo] Track and field, swimming to compete this weekend

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
December 5, 2019
Eastern head coach Adam Cushing talks with the line judge during an official review in the Panthers’ game against Tennessee Tech last September.

[Photo] Panthers to host 1st-place Redhawks

JJ Bullock, Editor-In-Chief
November 15, 2019
Eastern guard Shareef Smith guards a Western Illinois player in Lantz Arena last November. Smith had 12 points in the game, which the Panthers won 68-66 in overtime.

[Photo] What to watch for in Panthers’ exhibition

Dillan Schorfheide, Sports Editor
October 29, 2019
Rade Kukobat attempts a jump-pass during a fast break during Eastern’s 90-37 victory over Fontbonne University last season in Lantz Arena. The Panthers were picked to finish 7th in the OVC this season.

[Photo] Panthers, Skyhawks reflect on last season’s games

Tom O’Connor, Men’s Basketball Reporter
October 24, 2019
Eastern guard Karle Pace runs the offense in the Panthers' game against Jacksonville State Feb. 28. Pace had 13 points in the game, which Eastern won 52-49.

[Photo] Women’s basketball ready for bounce-back season

JJ Bullock, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2019
Eastern's Josiah Wallace backs away from Jacksonville State defenders in the game on Feb. 28 in Lantz Arena. Wallace had 23 points, but Eastern lost 89-84 in double overtime.

[Photo] Starting 5 returns for Eastern, provides stability

Tom O’Connor, Men’s Basketball Reporter
October 22, 2019
Eastern redshirt-junior Christian Sosnowski heads a ball away from a Saint Francis player in a 1-0 Eastern win last season at Lakeside Field. Sosnowski is a key returner for an Eastern team that welcomes a lot of freshman to the roster.

[Photo] Men’s soccer team falls 2-1 to DePaul in exhibition play

Oscar Rzodkiewicz, Men’s Soccer Reporter
August 21, 2018
Eastern transfer quarterback Johnathan Brantley throws a ball in spring practice last year at O’Brien Field. Brantley is one of two frontrunners for the starting quarterback job.

[Photo] Eastern hopes air-raid offense fixes woes from last season

JJ Bullock, Sports Editor
August 21, 2018
Eastern quarterback Harry Woodbery fires a ball in a practice during spring camp last season. Woodbery is a transfer from Navarro Junior College.

[Photo] Column: 2018 a prove it season for Eastern football team

JJ Bullock, Sports Editor
August 20, 2018
Senior wide receiver Aaron Gooch runs with the ball during Eastern's spring football game last year. Gooch is slotted to play receiver this season as well as handle return duties.

[Photo] Three takeaways from Eastern football’s fall scrimmage

JJ Bullock, Sports Editor
August 19, 2018
File photo | The Daily Eastern News Junior Lauren Oostman finishes her backstroke race Oct. 28 at Padovan Pool against Western Illinois. Oostman returned back to the pool Saturday at Evansville.

[Photo] Oostman returns as Panthers lose

Adam Shay, Swim Reporter
January 15, 2018
Junior Jajuan Starks goes up for the dunk in Eastern’s win over Illinois Nov. 3 in Lantz Arena. Starks is the Panthers’ leading scorer and said they need to get better at closing out games.

[Photo] Panthers recognize need to close out games better

Sean Hastings, Sports Editor
November 30, 2017
File Photo | The Daily Eastern News Regime Billingsly, a junior athletic training major, explains the sign up sheet for Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. to Sarah Ampadu, a senior health studies major, at Panther Palooza on August 27, 2015.

[Photo] Pantherpalooza provides opportunities for students

Olivia Swenson-Hultz, Assistant Photo Editor
August 22, 2016
Junior outside hitter, Chelsea Lee, spikes the ball during the Eastern Women's Volleyball team game against Southern Illinois University-Edwards last season.

[Photo] Volleyball ready for Ball State challenge

Blake Nash, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2014
Redshirt sophomore flanker Emalie Thornton is tackled by several players from last year's season open against Quinnpiac on Aug. 31, 2013. The Panthers open their season at 1 p.m. Friday against the Wisconsin All-Stars in Madison, Wis.

[Photo] Rugby team opens season in Wisconsin

Bob Reynolds, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2014
Senior midfielder Will Butler chases down a ball in a game at Lakeside Field last season. The Eastern men's soccer team opens it's regular season schedule against Saint Francis (Ill.) Lipscomb Friday and Sunday at Lakeside Field.

[Photo] Eastern begins season with new head coach

Mark Shanahan, Staff Reporter
August 28, 2014
Emalie Thorton, a redshirt sophomore flanker, tackles a Wisconsin All-Star player during a game at Lakeside Field on Sept. 7, 2013.

[Photo] Rugby team to begin season with young talent

Bob Reynolds, Staff Reporter
August 26, 2014
Photo: Holi to brighten quad with color

Photo: Holi to brighten quad with color

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April 21, 2014
Celebration to feature reptiles, arts, bands

Celebration to feature reptiles, arts, bands

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April 20, 2014
Photo: Riebold faces surgery for chronic injury

Photo: Riebold faces surgery for chronic injury

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
April 8, 2014
Photo: Athletic Director leaves for Tulane University

Photo: Athletic Director leaves for Tulane University

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
March 27, 2014
Photo: Eastern opens OVC play on road

Photo: Eastern opens OVC play on road

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
March 20, 2014
Photo: Panthers post 5-1 record during break

Photo: Panthers post 5-1 record during break

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
March 16, 2014
PhotoM: Eastern falls to Louisville

PhotoM: Eastern falls to Louisville

File photo | The Daily Eastern News
February 25, 2014
Photo: Eastern loses tight game in series finale

Photo: Eastern loses tight game in series finale

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
February 16, 2014
Photo: Panthers out-paced by Racers late run

Photo: Panthers out-paced by Racers late run

File Photo | The Daily Eastern News
February 16, 2014
Photo: Coles County Barbershop Chorus to raise money by serenading valentines

Photo: Coles County Barbershop Chorus to raise money by serenading valentines

File photo | The Daily Eastern News
February 12, 2014
Photo: Panthers head to Murray State

Photo: Panthers head to Murray State

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February 11, 2014
Photo: The return: Barton, Slaznik back in starting rotation

Photo: The return: Barton, Slaznik back in starting rotation

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February 11, 2014
Photo: Eastern enters season with new outfield

Photo: Eastern enters season with new outfield

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February 10, 2014
Photo: Spoonhour sees 7 wins as tournament worthy

Photo: Spoonhour sees 7 wins as tournament worthy

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February 10, 2014
Photo: Relay For Life accepts award; raised $120,000 in 2013

Photo: Relay For Life accepts award; raised $120,000 in 2013

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January 29, 2014
Photo: Auditions open for 'Vagina Monologues'

Photo: Auditions open for ‘Vagina Monologues’

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January 13, 2014
Holiday food drive collecting donations

Holiday food drive collecting donations

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December 2, 2013
Photo: Commencement approaches for students

Photo: Commencement approaches for students

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December 1, 2013
Unique styles for charity

Unique styles for charity

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November 4, 2013
Show centers on individuality

Show centers on individuality

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October 21, 2013
Homework Heroes lacks interest

Homework Heroes lacks interest

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October 7, 2013
Photo: Christianson returns from injury with scoring output

Photo: Christianson returns from injury with scoring output

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September 25, 2013
Photo: Jimmy Football

Photo: Jimmy Football

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September 19, 2013
Band wanted to rock tailgate

Band wanted to rock tailgate

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September 4, 2013
Photo: Students raise issues with Perry

Photo: Students raise issues with Perry

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September 2, 2013
Photo 3: Panthers greeted with celebration

Photo 3: Panthers greeted with celebration

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August 15, 2013
Photo 2: Panthers greeted with celebration

Photo 2: Panthers greeted with celebration

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August 15, 2013
Photo: Panthers greeted with celebration

Photo: Panthers greeted with celebration

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August 15, 2013
Photo: Buchanan speaks about his future

Photo: Buchanan speaks about his future

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July 2, 2013
Photo: Women’s soccer coach resigns

Photo: Women’s soccer coach resigns

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June 20, 2013
Photo: Student to live the community life

Photo: Student to live the community life

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May 15, 2013
Photo: Top athletes prepare for state

Photo: Top athletes prepare for state

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May 15, 2013
Photo: Schmitz hopes to end on high note

Photo: Schmitz hopes to end on high note

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May 15, 2013
Photo: Students to exercise for autism

Photo: Students to exercise for autism

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March 22, 2013
Photo: Inyart will not seek 3rd term

Photo: Inyart will not seek 3rd term

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July 19, 2012
Photo: Hollowell fires back against claims

Photo: Hollowell fires back against claims

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July 17, 2012
Photo:Hollowell out for fall

Photo:Hollowell out for fall

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July 11, 2012
Photo: Band camp to bring talents to Eastern

Photo: Band camp to bring talents to Eastern

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July 10, 2012
Photo: Abolt takes over as student body president

Photo: Abolt takes over as student body president

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July 10, 2012
Photo: City prepared for heat

Photo: City prepared for heat

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July 3, 2012
Photo: Girl Scouts mark 100th year

Photo: Girl Scouts mark 100th year

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July 3, 2012
Photo: Debut groups bring business to University Union bookstore

Photo: Debut groups bring business to University Union bookstore

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June 6, 2012
Photo: Will Rogers renovations on hold

Photo: Will Rogers renovations on hold

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May 28, 2012
Photo: Jazz Ensemble to perform last concert

Photo: Jazz Ensemble to perform last concert

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April 23, 2012
Photo: Neal’s death caused by superheated gas

Photo: Neal’s death caused by superheated gas

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April 17, 2012
Photo- Jazz combos to play for last time

Photo- Jazz combos to play for last time

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April 16, 2012
Photo: Symphony, chamber musicians show talent

Photo: Symphony, chamber musicians show talent

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March 27, 2012
Photo: Panthers drop 2-of-3 in OVC opener

Photo: Panthers drop 2-of-3 in OVC opener

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March 25, 2012
Photo: Panthers end spring break with loss

Photo: Panthers end spring break with loss

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March 18, 2012
Photo: Panthers go 5-4 during break

Photo: Panthers go 5-4 during break

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March 18, 2012
Photo: Panthers face tough Florida road trip

Photo: Panthers face tough Florida road trip

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March 8, 2012
Photo: Panthers seeking consistent play

Photo: Panthers seeking consistent play

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March 8, 2012
Photo- Tennis team riding losing streaks

Photo- Tennis team riding losing streaks

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March 6, 2012
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