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The gates of the castle outside of Old Main could be seen Wednesday afternoon where the Lantanas are in bloom. Part of Levi Lee’s job as Grounds Gardener is selecting the annual flower beds. He is in charge of selecting the plants for different areas across campus from Old Main to Greek Court.
Eastern to host open-sessions for employee, labor relations director next week
Isai Morales, a freshman biology major, tests at Eastern’s Student Recreation Center Court 5 for COVID-19 on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. Eastern University President David Glassman sent out an email stating that “all EIU students and employees are expected to complete on-campus SHIELD testing upon their return to campus” for the spring semester.
Eastern to no longer utilize SHIELD COVID testing
The Charleston Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 4:30 a.m. on Sunday.
Charleston family displaced due to structure fire
A profile shot of University President David Glassman at his desk in the Presidental Office in Old Main on Monday.
Presidential Search Committee aims to meet early September
Drew Cagle and The Reputation performed during their acoustic tour Haunted earlier this year.
Eastern student to open for multi-platinum record band Sunday
Eastern midfielder Chad Hamler tries to beat two opponents to the ball in Easterns match against Purdue Fort Wayne on Sept. 3 at Lakeside Field. Eastern lost the match 1-0.
Panthers’ returning soccer coach says it’s good to be back
Pitcher Olivia Price attempts to catch a line drive up the middle during the first game of a doubleheader Wednesday afternoon against SIUE. The Panthers won the game 6-5 in 11 innings, with Price picking up the win after pitching 8.1 shutout innings in relief.
Eastern athletics budget analysis, financial hurdles
Eastern midfielder Munir Sherali keeps the ball away from an opponent in a match against Purdue Fort Wayne on Sept. 3 at Lakeside Field. Eastern lost the match 1-0.
Josh Oakley returns to coach men’s soccer
Trevor Nichols pitched five innings during the Panthers first game of the OVC Tournament against the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Cougars in Lexington, KY. The Panthers lost 8-6 against the Courgars, closing out the season.
Panthers eliminated in first game of OVC Tourney
The Panthers celebrate after winning their last conference game of the season on Friday. The Panthers won one game of the doubleheader, against the Southeast Missouri Redhawks 7-5.
Panthers lock fourth seed in OVC, play Wednesday
COLUMN: There is still time to save the Earth
COLUMN: There is still time to save the Earth
COLUMN: My love hate relationship with burnout
COLUMN: My love hate relationship with burnout
COLUMN: Marching band molded me into the person I am today
COLUMN: Marching band molded me into the person I am today
COLUMN: Puerto Rican protesters, environmental activists are inspiring
COLUMN: Puerto Rican protesters, environmental activists are inspiring
COLUMN: Why I could never be an influencer
COLUMN: Why I could never be an influencer
Director of Disability Services April Jackson said its office doesnt conduct routine inspections of campus to see if its disability friendly.
Letter from the Editor: ‘All in’ should mean all
EDITORIAL: It is too late to take credit
EDITORIAL: It is too late to take credit
EDITORIAL: Find your Betsy Jewell and thank her
EDITORIAL: Find your Betsy Jewell and thank her
EDITORIAL: No one needs a Miss White EIU
EDITORIAL: No one needs a Miss White EIU
EDITORIAL: What Eastern needs in its next president
EDITORIAL: What Eastern needs in its next president
COLUMN: There is still time to save the Earth
COLUMN: There is still time to save the Earth
COLUMN: My love hate relationship with burnout
COLUMN: My love hate relationship with burnout
COLUMN: Marching band molded me into the person I am today
COLUMN: Marching band molded me into the person I am today
COLUMN: Puerto Rican protesters, environmental activists are inspiring
COLUMN: Puerto Rican protesters, environmental activists are inspiring
Take big business out of education
Take big business out of education
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
Josh Hernandez, a junior majoring in finance and plays Tom (Catherine’s husband), and Merri Bork, a junior majoring in theatre and plays Catherine, perform during a dress rehearsal for “These Shining Lives” in The Theatre. In this scene, Tom is comforting Catherine after she woke up from a nightmare about dying and tells her that she is still here with him.
PHOTO GALLERY: “These Shining Lives”
Review: Avoid Slender Man, not worth it
Underrated films: ‘Rush’
Mattoon Arts Council accepting entry forms for 2018 Photography Show
Underrated films: ‘The Place Beyond the Pines’
Siobhan Doherty speaks into a megaphone while protesting the overture of the Supreme Court Case Roe v. Wade Friday evening at Morton Park on Lincoln Ave. Doherty said she came out because she is very mad about Roe v. Wade being overturned. Im mad for not only myself, but also for all the women and people with uteruses that this is going to affect, Doherty said.
THROUGH THE LENS: Community members protest Roe v. Wade being overturned
Six-year-old Dulce Stern swims towards her mom Chelsea Stern at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center pool in Charleston Ill. on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. Chelsea said the two come out here almost every day to swim and have fun, plus it helps burn off some energy. Dulce said she loves jumping off the diving board and going on the slide with her dad.
THROUGH THE LENS: Charleston community beats the heat
Three different commencement speakers gave speeches during the graduation ceremony for the Eastern Illinois University Class of 2022 Saturday afternoon in Lantz Arena. Representing the Lumpkin College of Business and Technology Marie Koch delivered her speech during the first ceremony. Representing the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Jerimiah Boyd-Johnson presented his speech at the second ceremony. Representing the College of Education, MaryAnn Catt and Esperanza Murillo gave their speeches during the last ceremony.
Looking back at the 2021-2022 academic year
Members of the Eastern Class of 2022 celebrate a fellow graduate receiving their diploma during the 2022 spring commencement ceremony in Lantz Arena Saturday afternoon, May 7, 2022.
THROUGH THE LENS: Eastern graduation class of 2022
Sam Fagaly directs 10 songs at the Jazz Ensemble featuring Saxophones, Trumpets, Trombones, and the Rhythm Section on Tuesday night in Doudna Fine Arts Center, April 26, 2022 at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill.
THROUGH THE LENS: Spring Jazz Ensemble
the movie den
The Movie DEN Ep. 30: The Bad Guys & The Northman
creative outlet
Creative Outlet Ep. 9: Tyler Jordan of Good Looks
the news desk
Looking Back at the History of Powell-Norton Hall (formerly Douglas Hall)
the movie den
The Movie DEN Ep. 29: Legally Blonde & Fear
the news desk
Sports To Look Forward To & Athletes of the Year with Adam Tumino
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A profile shot of University President David Glassman at his desk in the Presidental Office in Old Main on Monday.

Presidential Search Committee aims to meet early September

July 7, 2022
Drew Cagle and The Reputation performed during their acoustic tour Haunted earlier this year.

Eastern student to open for multi-platinum record band Sunday

July 6, 2022
Charlestons Fourth of July parade started in the square with multiple different groups distributing candy and showing representation like the countys Democrat and Republican groups, Charleston High Schools cheerleaders, multiple church groups, the local martial arts class and even clowns riding dirtbikes.

Charleston hosts 31st Annual RWB Days

July 5, 2022
An individual sponsoring Melissa Hurst for Coles County Circuit Clerk, hands out candy to children during the Charleston Fourth of July parade Monday.

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Charleston resident, Tyler Miller, draws Liberty Hall in Philadelphia, Pa., for the Most Patriotic category during the Chalk-In event during Red, White and Blue Days on Monday at Morton Park. Miller said although the chalk isnt as familiar as his pencils, he appreciates the challenge of a new medium. Miller said for his first Red, White and Blue Days, he really enjoyed the activities.

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More than 20 pet owners participated in the Red, White and Blue Days Pet Parade at Morton Park on Monday.

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Miah Norman walks with her rabbit Captain Cuddles during the Red, White and Blue Days Pet Parade at Morton Park on Monday. Of all the pets in attendance there were only two rabbits, the other held by her brother Louis Norman.

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Louis Norman walks with his rabbit Pepper during the Red, White and Blue Days Pet Parade at Morton Park in Charleston, Ill. on Monday. Of all the pets in attendance, there were only two rabbits, the other held by his sister Miah Norman.

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Charleston resident, Keshan Miller, draws an apple pie and fireworks for the Most Patriotic category during the Chalk-In event during Red, White and Blue Days on Monday in Morton Park. Miller said although her apple pie wasnt turning out how she wanted, she had a lot of fun. Typically she paints with water colors, but had more fun than she thought using chalk.

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Jeff Riggs, his wife Kristen Riggs and their son Caleb Riggs watch the fireworks display at the Coles County Airport Friday as part of Red, White and Blue Days. The two-day celebration ended with the fireworks.

Bruce Springsteen tribute band to perform Sunday during RWB Days

July 1, 2022
Members of the University Professionals of Illinois socialize before the negotiation team meets with Eastern’s negotiation team at Booth Library Monday afternoon.

Eastern’s faculty union hopes to hear financial package during next meeting

June 29, 2022
UPD to revive R.A.D. self-defense training

UPD to revive R.A.D. self-defense training

June 28, 2022
Brother Jed takes his turn to preach after his wife, Sister Cindy, on Sept. 13. He explains stories about his life and answers questions from students.

Brother Jed’s history with Eastern

June 27, 2022
Eastern Treasurer Paul McCann, delivers his presentation on the fiscal year 2023 budget at the Friday Board of Trustees meeting in the University Ballroom The $157 million budget was unanimously approved.

BOT approved FY23’s $157 million budget, all action items

June 24, 2022
Siobhan Doherty speaks into a megaphone while protesting the overture of the Supreme Court Case Roe v. Wade Friday evening at Morton Park on Lincoln Ave. Doherty said she came out because she is very mad about Roe v. Wade being overturned. Im mad for not only myself, but also for all the women and people with uteruses that this is going to affect, Doherty said.

THROUGH THE LENS: Community members protest Roe v. Wade being overturned

June 24, 2022
20-30 supporters gathered at Morton Park to protest the overture of the abortion Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade on Friday evening. Sharifa Etoe-Hurtault, a senior TV and production major, said she came out to show support in the Charleston community so people know that there are some people who care about Roe v. Wade being overturned.

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Drivers who were passing by honked in support for the ralliers protesting the Supreme Court Case Roe v. Wade Friday evening at Morton Park.

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Mattoon resident Tim Patrick said he came to protest the overture of Roe v. Wade at Morton Park on Friday evening because he doesnt like seeing rights taken away. Patrick said if abortion can be taken away, who knows what could be next.

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Eastern Illinois Universitys Board of Trustees votes on action items during the Friday meeting in the Grand Ballroom.

BOT to vote on FY23 budget Friday

June 23, 2022
Director of Disability Services April Jackson said its office doesnt conduct routine inspections of campus to see if its disability friendly.

Letter from the Editor: ‘All in’ should mean all

June 21, 2022
The gates of the castle outside of Old Main could be seen Wednesday afternoon where the Lantanas are in bloom. Part of Levi Lee’s job as Grounds Gardener is selecting the annual flower beds. He is in charge of selecting the plants for different areas across campus from Old Main to Greek Court.

University facilities, classes observe Juneteenth

June 17, 2022
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.

Frustrated Eastern student faces campus-wide access struggles

June 16, 2022
The Illinois Professional Santa, drives down division street, Wednesday afternoon at the Fourth of July Parade.

Red, White, Blue Days return for 31st year

June 15, 2022
Six-year-old Dulce Stern swims towards her mom Chelsea Stern at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center pool in Charleston Ill. on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. Chelsea said the two come out here almost every day to swim and have fun, plus it helps burn off some energy. Dulce said she loves jumping off the diving board and going on the slide with her dad.

THROUGH THE LENS: Charleston community beats the heat

June 14, 2022
Gabrielle Fairchild watches the water while lifeguarding at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center on Tuesday. Fairchild has worked as a lifeguard for two summers and said she likes to do it because she likes to help others and be around people.

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Nolan Richardson runs through the sprinklers at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center on Tuesday. Coles County community members faced a heatwave of above 98 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Levi Kubicek, waves his arms in the air while going down the water slide at the Rotary Community Aquatic Center pool Tuesday.

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Coles County Community members face temperatures of around 98-100 degrees Fahrenheit and a heat index of around 105-112 degrees Fahrenheit June 13-14, following a statewide heatwave.

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Silver Damsen, a co-chair of Coles Progressives, delivers her speech on gun reform during the March For Our Lives rally held at the Coles County Courthouse on Saturday.

More than 60 rally in downtown Charleston on gun restrictions

June 11, 2022
Charleston Square, taken on Sunday afternoon, April 10, 2022, the weather was sunny with around 66 degrees Fahrenheit temperatures with 19 mile per hour winds.

March For Our Lives rally to be held in downtown Charleston

June 10, 2022
Aja Black, vocalist and emcee for The Reminders belts in the third song called “Dust and Bones” in the Dvorak Concert Hall Thursday. The Reminders performed on March 10, during the 2022 Premier Season for Doudna.

Doudna introduces loyalty point program, more

June 9, 2022
Dennis Malak shows off one of his long term projects, his gumball machine candle. He found an old gumball machine and he decided to mold little gumballs out of scraps of wax. Once he fills up the candle, he wants to fill the candle with clear wax.

[Photo] Malak picks up a ‘wick’ed hobby during pandemic

June 8, 2022
Councilman Dennis Malak steps up for Charleston Mayor Brandon Combs, who was absent at the City Council meeting on Mar. 1 at City Hall. Malak is addressing the public to see if there is any audience presentation. At the meeting the Council stopped declaring a local state of emergency because of the state-wide lift on mask requirements.

City Council approves of 189,468 ozone generator rebuild

June 8, 2022
Photo of Kristian K.P. Philpotts submitted and taken by Marla Rice, his mother after he graduated from Illinois State University.

Memorial scholarship honoring Eastern alum approaches goal

June 7, 2022
Ramsey Johnson, a freshman computer science major, walks to class on Aug. 26. He said his first week of classes were “not very extravagant.

Eastern partners with multi-generation education program

June 6, 2022
Employee Skylar Vickery, fills an order, during National Doughnut Day at Revival City Doughnuts Friday morning. Vickery said the personal connection is very welcoming and she its why she loves working there.

Revival City Doughnuts offer fresh atmosphere, products

June 3, 2022
Skylar Vickery, a worker at Revival City Doughnuts, pulls out a track of glazed rings to fill an order Thursday morning. In anticipation of National Doughnut Day, Revival City will be offering a mass variety of doughnuts with the return of last years celebration doughnut and the arrival of three new doughnuts.

Revival City Doughnuts to celebrate National Doughnut Day

June 2, 2022
Jim Johnson sits in a Hollywood-style directors chair that says sculpture is my life. Johnson spent over 40 years of his life devoted to the art of sculpture.

Former Eastern dean will be remembered for ‘disarming’ personality

May 31, 2022
Members of the University Professionals of Illinois socialize before the negotiation team meets with Eastern’s negotiation team at Booth Library Monday afternoon.

Faculty union gains forward momentum with third negotiation meeting

May 26, 2022
The renaming of Douglas Hall to Powell-Norton Hall was approved by the Board of Trustees during their meeting on April 22.

At least a few thousand dollars to rename Douglas Hall

May 25, 2022
Daniel Fox, one of four candidates for the position director of the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union, answers questions by Eastern faculty during the open session on Wednesday afternoon in the Oakland Room in the Union. Fox spent Wednesday on Easterns campus meeting administration, touring campus and being interviewed.

D.J. Fox announced as new Union Director

May 24, 2022
The construction of the Life Science Building was approved in 2009, but due to the change in governors and the budget impasse in 2015, the construction was halted.

[Photo] Biology students, staff relocated during construction

May 23, 2022
The construction of the Life Science Building was approved in 2009, but due to the change in governors and the budget impasse in 2015, the construction was halted.

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COLUMN: Growing my hair long helped me appreciate myself

May 20, 2022
Laura McLaughlin, Eastern’s general counsel, and Amie Calvert the director of office employee and labor relations leave Booth Library after hearing the University Professionals of Illinois team’s demand to bargain in regards to wages Monday afternoon.

‘Struggle’ to get faculty union contract signed

May 19, 2022
In the top of the eighth, left, Jason DeCicco, a senior left-handed pitcher, is relieved after Jackson Nichols, a sophomore right-handed pitcher, during the Panthers Senior Day game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks Tuesday afternoon. After stepping off the mound, DeCicco embraces most of the team exchanging sentiments with them.

Panthers snap losing streak on Senior Day

May 17, 2022
After winning 6-1 against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks, the Panthers are put at a 31-18 win ratio. After the game, Eastern Baseball Coach Jason Anderson said although they won the team struggled to score when the other team wasnt.

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The Panthers won 6-1 against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks with a strong start gaining six points by the bottom of the third inning during the Panthers Senior Day game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks Tuesday afternoon. With the win 6-1 against the Leathernecks, the Panthers now have a 31-18 win ratio.

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Junior right-handed pitcher Zane Robbins relieved Jackson Nichols, a sophomore right-handed pitcher, in the top of the ninth inning during the Panthers Senior Day game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks Tuesday afternoon.

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Senior outfielder, Nathan Aide, swings during the bottom of the sixth inning, driving the ball out to center field, advancing a baserunner to third during the Panthers Senior Day game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks Tuesday afternoon. During the first inning, Aide hit a home run taking an additional baserunner with him to score two points. With the win 6-1 against the Leathernecks, the Panthers now have a 31-18 win ratio.

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Charleston Mayor Brandon Combs reads off a resolution for a street maintenance material bid during the Tuesday evening City Council meeting at City Hall.

City Council approves of $99,237 street maintenance materials

May 17, 2022
A sign in front of an empty office left by former Vice President of Business Affairs Sean Reeder after leaving Eastern in late March to start as the Vice Chancellor for Administration at the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Eastern expected to name Vice President of Business Affairs later this month

May 16, 2022
Sharifa Hurtault, a junior TV and Video production major, gives a speech during the pro-choice rally at the Coles County Courthouse steps Saturday afternoon.

Community members, Coles Progressives rally at Courthouse steps

May 14, 2022
Jeannie Ludlow, a professor at Eastern, delivers a pro-choice speech during an abortion rally at the Coles County Courthouse steps Saturday afternoon. Coles Progressives decided to host the rally on May 14, in line with the national Roe v. Wade protests across America.

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From left, Tiffany Gibson and her daughter Piper Gibson cross the finish line at the Sarah Bush Lincoln Races for all Paces Saturday morning at OBrien Stadium. When asked why she participated, Tiffany said Why not? Its a great day and its an awesome feeling. Its a good promotion of healthy habits for sure. Piper noted that she couldnt wait to get some water.

SBLHC hosts first Races for all Paces since COVID-19

May 14, 2022
Members of the Eastern Class of 2022 celebrate a fellow graduate receiving their diploma during the 2022 spring commencement ceremony in Lantz Arena Saturday afternoon, May 7, 2022.

THROUGH THE LENS: Eastern graduation class of 2022

May 7, 2022
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