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(Thumbnail edition) Former Illinois representative and senator Tom Bennett speaks to EIU students about his time in government in Coleman Hall on Wednesday
Former senator Bennett reflects on time in government at Eastern presentation
Students and faculty members gather to listen to students share experiences of living on campus as AAPI here in Coleman hall in the Lumpkin Auditorium Wednesday evening.
AAPI panel highlights student experiences
The EIU student senate announced the election results for positions for the 2025-2026 year at it's weekly meeting in Pemberton hall on Wednesday.
EIU student senate unofficially announces election results
Photo illustration
Eastern educators grapple with AI
Emergency shelter are located within buildings on the Eastern Illinois University campus, often in basements when available. During tornado season, it is especially important to know what to do in case of emergency.
What to do in severe weather
Number 18 infield senior Chris Worcester running to slides into home base during the Eastern Illinois University panthers against the Saint Xavier cougars at Coaches Stadium on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU on 13-03
Panther of the Week: Chris Worcester, Mya Mirocha
Utility senior Tyler Castro steps off the box as he batts the ball up into the air, at Coaches Stadium against Tennessee Tech on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. April 17, 2025.
EIU baseball completes series sweep over Tennessee Tech
SUBMMITTED PHOTO | EIU ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT Graduate sprinter Jahleel Perrin.
Graduate sprinter shares hidden talent in Q&A
Redshirt sophomore offensive lineman, Panayiotis Mihalopoulos, lines up with the offensive line with the ball to throw it back during football practice at O'Brien Field on April 10.
Offensive lineman shares early hockey stint in Q&A
Eastern Illinois sophomore infielder Alisha Frederick looking up at her ball as it goes over the home run fence in the third inning during its annual care game and Eastern’s win against Southern Indiana 5-2 at Williams field on Saturday April 12.
EIU infielder looks to family, God during softball predicament
Number 18 infield senior Chris Worcester running to slides into home base during the Eastern Illinois University panthers against the Saint Xavier cougars at Coaches Stadium on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU on 13-03
Panther of the Week: Chris Worcester, Mya Mirocha
Utility senior Tyler Castro steps off the box as he batts the ball up into the air, at Coaches Stadium against Tennessee Tech on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. April 17, 2025.
EIU baseball completes series sweep over Tennessee Tech
Number 18 infield senior Chris Worcester slides into home base during the Eastern Illinois University panthers against the Saint Xavier cougars at Coaches Stadium on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU on 13-03
EIU baseball dominates St. Xavier in eight innings
Charleston High School sophomore pitcher Wyatt Gordon looking at the catcher before pitching the ball as he pitched six hitless innings in Charleston's 9-1 win over Shelbyville at Baker field on Friday April 11.
CHS baseball throws no-hitter vs Shelbyville
(Thumbnail) Eastern Illinois softball senior infielder Briana Gonzalez fielding a ground ball while playing shortstop at Williams Field during Eastern’s first game against Southeast Missouri State as Eastern split the games as Eastern lost the first game 3-0 and won the second 8-5 on Saturday.
EIU softball sweeps, baseball splits OVC series
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?
Fifth year, forward Jayda Johnston carries senior guard Kiyley Flowers off the court during the first quarter of the game against Tennessee State Tigers in Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University on Feb. 13.
The journey from registered nurse to EIU forward
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
Zaria Flippin, senior, sports media relations
COLUMN: Start paying student athletes to help them live
Patrick Schmitz Sophomore, Sports media Relations
COLUMN: Paying athletes could lead to roster cuts for EIU athletics
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
Redshirt sophomore offensive lineman, Panayiotis Mihalopoulos, lines up with the offensive line with the ball to throw it back during football practice at O'Brien Field on April 10.
Offensive lineman shares early hockey stint in Q&A
Quterback redshirt junior Joey Sprinkle, pratices his throw and passes during practice at O'Brien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, April 3, 2025
Redshirt junior quarterback discusses position room strengths in Q&A
Redshirt sophomore quarterback Cole LaCrue waits for the ball to be thrown back at him during football practice, at O'Brien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus on April 10.
Former Wisconsin quarterback shares transfer decision in Q&A
[thumbnail edition] Assistant Coach of the Linebackers, Rodman Noel talking to the linebackers about their positions at O'Brien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill.
EIU football hire finds comfort in coaching
[THUMBNAIL EDITION] (From left to right) Head football coach Chris Wilkerson works with his son student assistant coach Peyton Wilkerson at football practice at O'Brien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus on Thursday.
Coaching EIU football like father like son
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
Eastern Illinois sophomore infielder Alisha Frederick looking up at her ball as it goes over the home run fence in the third inning during its annual care game and Eastern’s win against Southern Indiana 5-2 at Williams field on Saturday April 12.
EIU infielder looks to family, God during softball predicament
Eastern Illinois softball players wore yellow socks and bows for the Eastern care game for Sarcoma Saturday.
Panther softball plays care game to honor player’s dad, raise awareness
Eastern Illinois University freshman shortstop Maddux Marshall (31) runs home after sophomore catcher Sophia Olman hit a home run in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles in game two of a weekend series Sunday afternoon at Williams Field. The Panthers won game one on Saturday afternoon 5-2, game two 3-1 and game three 9-1 on Sunday for a weekend series at Williams Field. The Panthers currently rank 22-17 overall and 14-3 in the Ohio Valley Conference.
EIU softball sweeps doubleheader, series from Southern Indiana
Eastern Illinois University sophomore catcher Sophia Olman runs home after hiting a home run in the bottom of the eighth inning against the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles in game two of a weekend series Sunday afternoon at Williams Field. The Panthers won game one on Saturday afternoon 5-2, game two 3-1 and game three 9-1 on Sunday for a weekend series at Williams Field. The Panthers currently rank 22-17 overall and 14-3 in the Ohio Valley Conference.
Panthers of the Week: Sophia Olman, Ian Hollander
Eastern Illinois freshman utility player Abbi Hatton running to home plate to celebrate her home run with her teammates during its annual care game and Eastern’s win against Southern Indiana 5-2 at Williams field on Saturday April 12.
EIU softball records win over USI in care game
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
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
Gunnar Olson
COLUMN: Wrestling should be story based
Luke Brewer
COLUMN: ‘The Menu’ left me hungry for more 
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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
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 86: Is ‘A Real Pain’ Painful to Watch?
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
The EIU Reserve Officers' Training Corps loads the first group of cadets onto the Chinook aircraft for a ride around Charleston before landing back to the ground on Thursday. The ride was part of an aviation lab for cadets to learn what it was like to be on an aircraft.
THROUGH THE LENS: ROTC brings Chinook to EIU’s campus
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Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor

Hello, my name is Samantha Middendorf and I’m a sophomore journalism major.  I am currently the Entertainment Editor.  Following graduation, I hope to pursue a career in the  journalism industry.

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Review: Freshman shines as star of musical performance ‘Carnival’

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 14, 2014
Aja Taylor| The Daily Eastern News Tanner Skym, a freshman history major, impersonates Elvis at the Vegas event Wedneday at Grand Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr., University Union.

Student celebrities bring Vegas to ballroom

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 13, 2014
Artist unknown, Portrait of Charles Morton before restoration

Eastern grad brings artwork to Tarble

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 11, 2014

Vegas to present various acts

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 10, 2014
Senior marketing major Alexis Teichmiller gives her presentation, "How to be the CEO of Your Life," during Entrepreneurship Week presented by the SEED Center on Monday in the Lumpkin Hall Auditorium. Teichmiller hopes to encourage confidence in women by providing with unique clothing.

Eastern student finds success in fashion business

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 10, 2014
Kevin Hall | The Daily Eastern News Dan Henig performs original songs as well as covers to some popular songs Wednesday in 7th Street Underground.

YouTube artist wows crowd with personality, talent

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2014

Students to embrace inner celebraties in lip-syncing contest

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2014
Chris Kesler, a junior theatre arts major, opens a can of white paint that will be used to paint a wagon for the play Carnival.

Theatre department celebrates 50 years

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 5, 2014

Embarras film festival plans Dick Van Dyke feature

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 3, 2014

Toys for Tots donation site available at Booth Library

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
November 2, 2014
Pumpkin patch fosters family traditions

Pumpkin patch fosters family traditions

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 29, 2014

UB to host Day of the Dead celebration

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 28, 2014
Nev Schulman, star of the television show 'Catfish', talks about his life, relationships, and offers advise to students during the Catfish On Campus event Tuesday in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr, University Union.

Schulman explores ‘Catfish’ importance

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 28, 2014

Halloween-themed night to feature open mic acts

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 27, 2014
Nev Schulman

“Catfish on Campus” relocated

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 26, 2014
Homecoming parade draws out Charleston residents

Homecoming parade draws out Charleston residents

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 26, 2014

Students share thoughts on school spirit

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 23, 2014

“Fright Night” concert to bring potential scares, suprises

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 23, 2014

Homecoming events welcome alumni back

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 23, 2014

Mental illness should not be taken lightly

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 22, 2014

Biennial winners will be announced on Sunday

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 21, 2014

Professor has operatic hopes for future

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 20, 2014
Eastern prepares for Bright Lights, Blue City

Eastern prepares for Bright Lights, Blue City

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 16, 2014

Retired professor to present gallery talk

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 14, 2014

Recital to honor retiree, feature alumni

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 13, 2014

‘Catfish on Campus’ rescheduled

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 13, 2014

REVIEW: Marisha Wallance brings Big Apple to Little Theatre

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 12, 2014

Eastern choirs to perform concert, welcome new director

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 9, 2014
John Ferak, Gannet's investigative team editor, talks about the process he took while reporting on a double homicide, Tuesday in Physical Science building. Ferak discussed both his news articles as well as his book titled "Bloody Lies."

Eastern graduate presents crime novel

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 7, 2014

Nev Schulman to speak on ‘Catfish,’ bullying

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 7, 2014

Homecoming coronation elections start Monday

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 2, 2014

Music department seeks Oratorio participants

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
October 1, 2014

Irish Music Circle brings folk tunes to park

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 30, 2014

Library to host 1960s lectures

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 30, 2014
Leaving Iowa leaves much to be desired

Leaving Iowa leaves much to be desired

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 29, 2014
Take Back the Day brings awareness to sexual assault

Take Back the Day brings awareness to sexual assault

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 29, 2014
Youtube star brings music, love to 7th St. Underground

Youtube star brings music, love to 7th St. Underground

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 25, 2014
Motherlode, a three-piece acoustic band from Charleston, performs at Daum Amptheater Tuesday in Kiwanis Park. The band performed a mix of folk and bluegrass music.

Motherlode brings acoustic, folk music to Kiwanis Park

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 24, 2014

Artists brings abstract art to Tarble

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 24, 2014

Tailgating brings families back to campus for Family Weekend

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 22, 2014

Sinbad jokes about Charleston, college life

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 22, 2014

Doudna to commemorate 100-year anniversary of WWI

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 16, 2014
Eastern's choral ensembles sing "Set Me as a Seal," during the Eastern Symphony Orchestra's performance, "Songs of Love," Sunday in the Concert Hall of the Doudna Fine Arts Center. The concert was a compilation of love songs intended to celebrate the corpeal pleasures of love.

Eastern Percussion ensemble to perform Collage Concert

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 16, 2014
Pokey Lafarge performs with members of his band Monday during the Pokey Lafarge Central Time Tour in the Dvorak Concert Hall in the Doudna Fine Arts Center.

Review: Central Times Tour gives Doudna melting pot of music

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 15, 2014

Doudna avoids low enrollment effects

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 15, 2014
Chynna Miller| The Daily Eastern News Rush candidates walk through the Library Quad after recieving their bids for Fall Recruitment 2014 Sunday.

Low enrollment causes decline in Greek participation

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 14, 2014

Booth seeks feedback on new website before debut

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 14, 2014
Hannah Braman, a freshman early childhood major and Katelyn Fawns, a sophomore business major, run to their new sorority sisters in Alpha Sigma Tau during bid day which took place in the Library Quad on Monday.

Sororities to open doors to new members

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 11, 2014

Booth to bring back “The Spirit of Motown”

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 11, 2014
Blake Morris, graduate from Eastern, and Jacob Cole, senior theatre arts major, plays a sword game on the stage of the Doudna Fine Arts Center Wednesday in the production Lonely Planet.

Lonely Planet brings light to AIDS

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 11, 2014
Blake Morris and Jacob Cole rehearse Tuesday at the Doudna Fine Arts Building, in The Theater, for the play "Lonely Planet." The play will debut Wednesday, September 10th.

Lonely Planet to spread awareness of AIDS

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 9, 2014

Study Abroad program to host information fair

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 9, 2014
Submitted photo Pokey LaFarge at Red Wing Roots Music Festival II 2014. Photograph by Chester Simpson.

LaFarge brings back unique music style to Doudna

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 8, 2014

Students react to Family Weekend entertainment

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 4, 2014
Matthew Reid, a senior math major, works on math homework in front of one of the many 60's displays in Booth Library. These displays, scattered across the library, will be part of a semester-long exhibit called "Revolutionary Decade: Reflections on the 1960s."

Library brings ’60s to Eastern

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 4, 2014
Pokey Large, an American roots artist, will be performing 7 p.m. Sept. 15 in the Doudna Fine Arts Center. Doudna also presented Eastern and the Charleston communities with a Pokey LaFarge show last year as part of the 2013-14 season.

Fan-favorite performer to return to Doudna stage

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 2, 2014

Comedian to perform during 2014 Family Weekend

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
September 1, 2014

Best-of performers to return to Doudna Fine Arts Center

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 28, 2014

Tarble director to retire

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 27, 2014

Column: A word from a feminist: “I Woke Up Like This”

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 27, 2014

Tarble to host Ansel Adams, faculty art exhibitions

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 26, 2014
Small Time Napoleon will perform their unique mix of acoustic jazz and swing music at the Blackbox Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 6. The band is, from left to right, Jeff Thomas, Dave Neill, Ryan Fowler and Dan Hardin.

Small Time Napoleon to open Doudna 2014-15 season

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 26, 2014
Quakin' in the Quad attracts students of all ages

Quakin’ in the Quad attracts students of all ages

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 24, 2014

Students craft and compete at University Board’s Up All Nite

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 22, 2014
Amanda Wilkinson | The Daily Eastern News Students dance in a foam pit Thursday on the campus' south quad.

UB to host events for students’ first weekend

Samantha Middendorf, Entertainment Editor
August 20, 2014
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