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A house smoking from a fire at 912 Oakcrest Drive in Charleston, Ill., on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.
Fire at four apartment units
President Jay Gatrell invited Eastern Illinois University campus community for a fall update where he provides information on EIU five year blueprint for success at Doudna Fine Arts Center Concourse Wednesday morning.
Gatrell’s plan to improve the University
Grace Hosey, a senior marketing major, ask questions about job opportunities with members of ESPN at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom job fair Wednesday afternoon.
Fall Job & Internship Fair seemingly disappointing
Jayci Stewart and Maggie Bullinger present their Snoozin’ Like a Panther” presentation to form an informational presentation about how to improve a student’s sleeping habits on Monday afternoon.
Snoozin’ like a Panther
Career Services hosts a networking night at Tarble Art Center to help people network with employers and build relationships on Monday evening.
Networking Night creates important connections
Junior wide receiver Eli Mirza celebrates after he scores a touchdown against McNeese cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
‘We’re chasing after greatness’ Mirza says previewing game against Northwestern State
Chad Strickland, a senior exercise science major, performs offensive line drills at OBrien Field on Eastern Illinois University Campus Monday Evening
Strickland selected as trophy semifinalist
Easterns womens cross country team will open their season this Friday at the EIU Walt Crawford Open. The team said they feel ready for the season to start.
Panthers hope to bounce back at Louisville meet
Sophmore forward Bat-Od Buman-Uchral dribbles past a defender in the afternoon.
The Panthers hope to maintain leads against Lindenwood
Panthers look to continue the momentum after Sunday
Panthers look to continue the momentum after Sunday
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: Is Jake Paul a legitimate fighter?
Staff profile for Drew Coffey.
COLUMN: ‘Reservoir Dogs’: A group of truly colorful characters
COLUMN: The beauty of close proximity friendships
COLUMN: The beauty of close proximity friendships
EIU PD Squad Car 42
EDITORIAL: Inform students, even if it’s redundant
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Octogenarians and optics 
EIU PD Squad Car 42
EDITORIAL: Inform students, even if it’s redundant
EDITORIAL: New method at the Counseling Clinic has high hopes
EDITORIAL: New method at the Counseling Clinic has high hopes
EDITORIAL: Despite delayed elections, Student Senate is in the same predicament
EDITORIAL: Despite delayed elections, Student Senate is in the same predicament
EDITORIAL: Welcome to The News
EDITORIAL: There needs to be more education on steps after a sexual assault
EDITORIAL: There needs to be more education on steps after a sexual assault
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: Is Jake Paul a legitimate fighter?
Staff profile for Drew Coffey.
COLUMN: ‘Reservoir Dogs’: A group of truly colorful characters
COLUMN: The beauty of close proximity friendships
COLUMN: The beauty of close proximity friendships
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Octogenarians and optics 
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: Cartoons, cartoons, cartoons… oh my!
Spencer Spear, an educational leadership graduate student, supports his wife, Shelly Spear, an English instructor, in her fight for a fair contract in front of Old Main Wednesday afternoon.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: To Provost Gatrell, get EIU strong
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: My story, not all men but enough
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: My story, not all men but enough
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Meet the new Editor-in-Chief for the new semester
letter to the editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: UPD failed me, do not let them fail others
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
Circus and movement artist Alex Oliva performs with the Cyr wheel as a apart of the Cirque Night Out show.
A Cirque Night Out, a night to remember 
COLUMN: The only movie you will ever need- The Princess Bride
COLUMN: The only movie you will ever need- ‘The Princess Bride’
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: Taylor Swift is sort of metal
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: The CM Punk Comeback Era has abruptly ended
Jaedah Franks, a sophomore biological sciences major, is congratulated by Yolanda Williams after being crowned Miss Black EIU 2022 on Saturday in the Grand Ballroom.
Annual Miss Black EIU pageant to be canceled
A variety of people such as students and Charleston community members join Raven McBride for her new moon yoga practice at Tarble Arts Center Friday morning. Were basically here with the intention of whichever the sign the moon is to bring energy of that into our practice. The more we bring that intention to our mat, the more its going to show up into our daily life. McBride explained about new moon yoga.
THROUGH THE LENS: New intentions with New Moon Yoga
Tavon Evans, a junior TV and video production major, gets sprayed with a water gun at the Mellin Steps Tuesday afternoon for the Splash the NeoZ event presented by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
THROUGH THE LENS: Splash the NeoZ
Jennifer Stringfellow, the president of EIUs UPI chapter, gives one last final speech for day 2 of the strike on Friday afternoon.
THROUGH THE LENS: First two days of striking
Junior Addison Brown loses in her singles match against Amelia Gorman of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Saturday afternoon at the Rex Darling Courts. The Panthers lose to the Cougars 5-2.
THROUGH THE LENS: Tough loss for women’s tennis vs. SIUE
Cory Meadows, a sophomore criminal justice major, and Billy Hung, a biology professor, listen to event organizer Theo Edwards, a senior psychology major, as they deliver their speech.
THROUGH THE LENS: Students rally for Transgender Day of Visibility
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 35: Napoleon Dynamite
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 35: Napoleon Dynamite
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 33: Pulp Fiction
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 33: Pulp Fiction
DEN Delivery: EIU Lifts uplifts newcomers
DEN Delivery: EIU Lifts uplifts newcomers
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 32: Toy Story
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 31: 2001: A Space Odyssey
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Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 581-2912 or mekidd@eiu.edu.

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief

Madelyn Kidd is a senior public affairs reporting major. She previously served as Editor-in-Chief of The Navigator at Lake Land College then managing editor and news editor at The News.

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Members of EIU-UPI chant about what they want in a new contract during their strike.

EIU-UPI accepts Eastern’s contract offer Tuesday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2023
One of two newest Board of Trustee members, Austin Hill introduces himself to the board during the BOT meeting Friday afternoon in the Grand Ballroom. Hill will serve as Easterns newest General Councel.

BOT approves tuition, fees, housing cost increases

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 21, 2023
Eastern Illinois Universitys Board of Trustees votes on action items during the Friday meeting in the Grand Ballroom.

Board of trustees to approve student tuition increases

Cam'ron Hardy and Madelyn Kidd
April 21, 2023
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 581-2912 or mekidd@eiu.edu.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: I am not weak

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2023
Statistics from the Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network.

EIU students speak out on sexual assault experiences

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2023
Spencer Spear, an educational leadership graduate student, supports his wife, Shelly Spear, an English instructor, in her fight for a fair contract in front of Old Main Wednesday afternoon.

EIU-UPI, admin comments on strike suspension

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023
Tatiana Stringer, a sophomore health adminstration major, supports the faculty striking for a fair contract by joining them at the picket lines and yelling into the speaker phone Wednesday afternoon in front of Old Main.

BREAKING: EIU-UPI suspends strike, classes to resume

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2023
Tatiana Stringer (left), a sophomore health administration major, rings a cowbell and blows an airhorn encouraging drivers to honk in support of the union contract negotiations outside Old Main on their fourth day of picketing for a fair contract Tuesday morning.

EIU-UPI responds to EIU’s ‘middle of the night’ statement, calls out admin’s lawyer

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2023
EIU-UPI and student picketers walk outside Old Main on their fourth day of picketing for a fair contract Tuesday morning.

BREAKING: EIU admin offers final offer for EIU-UPI contract agreement

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2023
University President David Glassman walks into the first bargaining meeting since EIU-UPI started picketing. This is the unions second day of picketing for a fair contract.

EIU president comments on EIU-UPI strike, negotiations

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2023
A EIU-UPI member blew her whistle lowdly towards Old Main to be heard by administration in their offices.

Strike Day 3: EIU-UPI reacts to Friday’s negotiation meeting

Madelyn Kidd and Cam'ron Hardy
April 10, 2023
University Professionals of Illinois, EIU-UPI, members stand beside Lincoln Ave. as they encouraged drivers to honk their car horns in support of the union on Monday.

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A picketer marches in the picket line on strike day three for EIU-UPI while using a bucket as a drum on Monday.

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Kristin Routt, a professor of Spanish, walked the EIU-UPI strike picket line with a sign she made, which says Honk for a Fair Contract on Monday.

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Abidalrahman Abdul Mohd, an assistant professor in the department of mathematics and computer sciences, marched with a sign and whistle in the picket line in front of Old Main.

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A EIU-UPI member and daugther walk the picket line together in front of Old Main on strike day three on Monday.

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Emily Thorpe, a junior music and theatre major, joined the EIU-UPI picket line to support faculty and professors during strike day three.

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BREAKING: Body found in Lake Charleston Sunday

BREAKING: Body found in Lake Charleston Sunday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 9, 2023
University President David Glassman walks into the first bargaining meeting since EIU-UPI started picketing. This is the unions second day of picketing for a fair contract.

BREAKING: EIU-UPI strike continues after union, admin fails to reach deal

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 7, 2023
Scabby the Rat represents a currently labor union on strike for a contract.

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Picketers stand on top of the flower bed in front of Eastern Illinois Universitys gate on their second day of picketing for a fair contract Friday morning

[Photo] Strike Day 2: EIU-UPI picketing a ‘family affair’

April 7, 2023
EIU-UPI had their second day of picketing for a fair contract Friday morning.

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Music professors and students pose for a picture while EIU-UPI pickets on their second day for a fair contract Friday morning.

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Members of the Eastern Illinois University chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois chant about what they want in a new contract during their strike at Old Main.

Strike day 1: EIU-UPI march in the picket line

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 6, 2023
Thomas MacMullen, an instructor in the school of technology, leads chants during picketing Thursday.

[Photo] Students picket with EIU-UPI in strike

April 6, 2023
Members of the Eastern Illinois University chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois chant about what they want in a new contract during their strike at Old Main.

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Jennifer Stringfellow, the president of the EIU chapter of University Professionals of Illinois, hands President David Glassman a strike intention in his office at Old Main on Monday afternoon.

EIU President calls union strike ‘premature,’ hopes to reach resolution

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 5, 2023
Members of Eastern s chapter of University Professionals of Illinois negotiation team head toward their bargaining meeting at the Union Monday morning.

EIU-UPI to picket, rally Thursday after admin walks out on bargaining

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2023
Billy Hung, the lead negotiator for Easterns chapter of University Professionals of Illinoiss bargaining team, talks with union members after the strike was announced Tuesday evening at the Union in the Charleston/Mattoon Room. The union voted approximately 95 percent in favor of striking and will take to the picket line Thursday morning. Hung said he was overwhelmed by the support from the union in favor for the strike.

BREAKING NEWS: EIU-UPI to strike Thursday

Madelyn Kidd and Cam'ron Hardy
April 4, 2023
Easterns chapter of University Professionals of Illinois members and students wrote on signs before the negotiation teams bargaining meeting with administration at the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Monday morning.

EIU-UPI negotiations progress, potential strike in the air

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2023
Jennifer Stringfellow, the president of the EIU chapter of University Professionals of Illinois, hands President David Glassman a strike intention in his office at Old Main on Monday afternoon.

EIU releases statement on potential union strike

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2023
University President David Glassman accepts the intent to strike notice from EIU-UPI President Jennifer Stringfellow Monday afternoon in the Presidents Office at Old Main on Easterns campus in Charleston, Illinois. Once he accepted, Glassman said to Stringfellow he hopes the negotiations teams can come to a possible agreement, avoid a strike, and continue to work together.

EIU-UPI rallies, files intent to strike

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2023
More than 40 students, faculty members and Union members attended the Teach Out protest, held by Easterns chapter of University Professionals of Illinois, Thursday afternoon at the Mellin Steps in the Library Quad. The protest was held in response to the current status of the contract negotiation where the administration and Union have yet to reach an agreement on 21 proposals.

BREAKING: EIU-UPI announces rally to file intent to strike Monday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
March 24, 2023
Booth opens ‘kick-ass heroine’ voting contest

Booth opens ‘kick-ass heroine’ voting contest

Madelyn Kidd , Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2023
EIU University Professionals of Illinois President Jennifer Stringfellow takes the lead as she delivers, according to the Union, around 1000 signed postcards in support of increasing contract raises to University President David Glassmans office Monday afternoon, Feb. 27, 2023, on Easterns campus in Charleston, Ill.

97% of voting EIU-UPI members authorize ability to strike

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
March 10, 2023
Billy Hung, lead negotiator for Easterns chapter of University Professionals of Illinois, high fives fellow union members before going into the meeting Monday morning.

Year-long contract negotiation leaves EIU-UPI to vote on strike

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2023
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[Photo] Paying out of pocket for second party applications causes an issue for students

February 22, 2023
The Council of Academic Affairs voted in favor of revising the curriculum in the history department to be more inclusive to all students.

CAA approves revision for anti-racist comments

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 17, 2023
Look through EIU’s presidents of the past, future

Look through EIU’s presidents of the past, future

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2023
Guard Kinyon Hodges (10), gets in the defensive position in attempts to guard Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Guard Damarco Minor (0). The Panthers lost 80-62 Thursday night.

EIU basketball guard to be disciplined ‘internally’ for attempt to hit fan

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 4, 2023
Jay Gatrell, after being announced the 13th president of Eastern Illinois University, gets interviewed by WEIU in the University Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Friday afternoon.

BREAKING: Jay Gatrell to be EIU’s 13th president

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2023
Chairperson Joyce Madigan, opens the Friday Board of Trustees meeting with a call to order and roll call in the Grand Ballroom.

BOT approves $352K for new president annually

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2023
Eastern will interview four candidates to replace the current University President for Eastern, David Glassman. Those candidates include, Jay Gatrell (left), David Brennen (top middle), Michael Godard (bottom middle), and Diana Rogers-Adkinson.

Eastern to announce new president, BOT to approve president contract Friday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2023
According to the Illinois General Attorneys office, former Coles County assistant states attorney Brady Allen was arrested after turning himself in at the Coles County Sheriffs Office Thursday after a warrant was put out for his arrest.

BREAKING: Former Coles County Assistant State’s Attorney turns self in for 32 felony charges

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
President Glassman address his presidential report which includes the Panther Portal Overview and Living Learning Communities in the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union.

BOT to meet in 2 special meetings Saturday, Monday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2023
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[Photo] Women in STEM thrive at Eastern

January 27, 2023
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[Photo] EDITORIAL: Believe scientists about science issues

January 25, 2023
Christopher Gadomski, a member of Eastern Illinois Universitys University of Professionals Illinois, sits at the Board of Trustees meeting along with other members in the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union.

EIU-UPI speaks at BOT meeting: ‘Cost of labor is whatever workers are willing to accept in exchange for our work’

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2023
President Glassman address his presidential report which includes the Panther Portal Overview and Living Learning Communities in the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union.

BOT grants Glassman emeritus title, approves personnel contract post-retiring

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2023
The Council of Academic Affairs met on Thursday and unanimously approved catalogue revisions to be made to comply with the Illinois State Legislature passed Public Act 102-0998.

CAA approves revisions, complies with Illinois State Legislature on transcripts

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 19, 2023
The Charleston Fire Department was called to 805 10 St. in Charleston Thursday around 2:15 a.m. in response to a structure fire. The fire appears to have began in the rear apartment, which moved towards the attic of the structure. The structure contained four apartments with a total of four residents and one dog who are now displaced due to significant damage to the structure.

[Photo] BREAKING: Apartment fire displaces 4 residents, 1 dog

January 19, 2023
BREAKING: Charleston fire displaces 5 residents Sunday

BREAKING: Charleston fire displaces 5 residents Sunday

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2023
The Board of Trustees will meet in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union at 1 p..m. on Friday.

What to expect at Eastern in 2023

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2023
Ci Richardson, a senior psychology major, finds it difficult to navigate even in their accessible apartment. They said their apartment is accessible, but there are little things that are inconveniencing and irritating like the little bump between the kitchen and living room and the railing placement in the bathroom railings.

Eastern moves to make campus accessible

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2023
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Meet the new Editor-in-Chief for the new semester

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2023
Eastern will interview four candidates to replace the current University President for Eastern, David Glassman. Those candidates include, Jay Gatrell (left), David Brennen (top middle), Michael Godard (bottom middle), and Diana Rogers-Adkinson.

Final four Eastern presidential candidates to visit campus

Madelyn Kidd, Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2023
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

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
December 1, 2022
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

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
December 1, 2022
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.

[Photo] Coles County Sheriff to not enforce new Illinois Assault Ban

January 13, 2023
Madelyn Kidd is a senior journalism major and can be reached at 217-581-2812.

COLUMN: Families should not be responsible for disability laws

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 30, 2022
Eric Plummer is handed a bowl of chili during the CCAR Thanksgiving luncheon Tuesday afternoon at CCARs manufactoring plant. Plummer grew up watching Eastern sports games. He works two jobs, the first as a CCAR manufacturing worker and the second as a janitor.

Statistical disparities in Eastern’s disabled students count

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 30, 2022
Weller is the least accessible because of its cracked sidewalks, step up backdoor entrances and no outside push to open button.

Four out of 37 buildings at Eastern are fully accessible

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 30, 2022
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Founders Week

[Photo] Fraternity to celebrate Founders Week with events

November 29, 2022
Members of the Charleston Fire Department finish putting out the fire the north side of the house after a fire took out approximately half of the house at 102 North 12 Street leaving three residents displaced Tuesday evening. Authorities arrived on scene a little after four oclock and Mattoon Fire Department also provided additional resources.

BREAKING: Charleston house fire displaces three residents

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 29, 2022
Ex-CPD cop receives 6-year sentence after 7 years on the run

Ex-CPD cop receives 6-year sentence after 7 years on the run

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 21, 2022
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[Photo] Residence halls, dining to close for Thanksgiving break

November 18, 2022
Easterns chapter of University Professionals of Illinois, EIU-UPI, handed flyers to trustees, administration and attendees about the ongoing contract negotiations outside of Tarble before the Board of Trustees meeting on Friday.

EIU-UPI delivers flyers to trustees Friday

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 14, 2022
The Board of Trustees will meet in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union at 1 p..m. on Friday.

BOT to approve final FY23 budget Friday

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 11, 2022
Members of the University Professionals of Illinois offer encouragement before their negotiation team meets with Eastern’s administration team at Booth Library Monday afternoon.

EIU-UPI calls for mediator in contract negotiations

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 10, 2022
Signs are displayed in the Bridge Lounge of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union where people can vote in the upcoming elections on Wednesday afternoon.

BREAKING NEWS: 2022 election results from Coles County

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 8, 2022
What is on the Coles County voting ballot

What is on the Coles County voting ballot

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 7, 2022
Signs are displayed in the Bridge Lounge of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union where people can vote in the upcoming elections on Wednesday afternoon.

Students can register to vote Tuesday at courthouse

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 7, 2022
HOPE holds a candlelight vigil to honor and remember those who have passed away from domestic violence. They read off the names of women and children who were victims while the attendees light their candles and have a moment of silence before blowing them out.

Candlelight vigil shows 46 names of domestic violence victims, spreads awareness

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 4, 2022
Council of Academic Affairs Chairperson, Marita Gronnvoll, and Cindy Richardson at a CAA meeting on Thursday.

CAA discusses new student accountability subcommittee

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 3, 2022
Charleston Mayor Brandon Combs stacks his papers while after reading an ordinance for regulating low-speed gas-powered bicycles during the City Council meeting Tuesday evening at City Hall.

City Council approves $780K fire engine purchase

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
November 1, 2022
More than 30 people attended the Workers Rights Rally at Morton Park Sunday afternoon. The rally had several planned speakers and impromptu crowd speakers giving personal testimonies and speeches on the importance of workers rights.

Rally in Charleston supports Worker’s Rights Amendment

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
October 31, 2022
Scare on the Square

[Photo] Scare on the Square to have costume contest, pet parade Friday

October 26, 2022
flu shots

[Photo] Eastern offers flu shots Friday, Wednesday

October 20, 2022
EIU-UPI President Jennifer Stringfellow hands grievance form to Judith Garrell, the secretary for University President David Glassmans office. Glassman was unavailable at the time the grievance were delivered.

EIU-UPI delivers grievance to Glassman last Friday

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
October 20, 2022
The Council of Academic Affairs met on Thursday and unanimously approved catalogue revisions to be made to comply with the Illinois State Legislature passed Public Act 102-0998.

CAA approves new gender, crime course

Madelyn Kidd, News Editor
October 20, 2022
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