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The 2023 EIU Homecoming Royalty Court winners, Rochelle Carter as Princess, Sheldon Turner as Prince, Hannah Lawrence as Queen, and Nick Trimble as King, take the stage at the homecoming royalty coronation Monday night.
Lawrence, Trimble crowned as head homecoming royalty
Kimberly Cheatle is the 27th Director of the U.S. Secret Service. She was sworn in to office September 17, 2022.
From Eastern alum to director of the Secret Service
Many groups in the Charleston community walked in the 2022 Homecoming Parade throughout downtown Charleston like Easterns Panther Marching Band, Charleston High Schools Marching Band, several political organization group candidates, churches, Fair and Bagel Fest Queens, and more.
EIU Homecoming Event Run-Down
Hadley Clark presents on her studio practice at Tarble Art Center Thursday evening.
Creating repurposed art with Hadley Clark
Freshman political science major, Mason Tegeler plays as character Richard Hannay in The 39 Steps play in Doudna Fine Arts Center Thursday evening.
39 Steps, a night of fun and laughs
Libero Christina Martinez Mundo runs down the line high-fiving her teammates before the start of the volleyball game against the University of Missouri Tigers Friday afternoon at Lantz Arena. The Panthers lost 3-1.
Eastern exits break as highest-ranked OVC team in volleyball
Safety Blake Ruffin (4) tackles Sycamore quarterback Gavin Screws at their game vs. Indiana State Thursday night. The Panthers won 27-0 against the Sycamores.
Panthers of the Week: Blake Ruffin, Mackenzie Aldridge
Jake McConnery, a freshman business major, dribbles the ball up field at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon.
Late goal costs EIU the game against SIUE
Sophomore wide receiver Justin Bowick jr. (1) attempts to catch the football being thrown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.
Panther football has best start of season in a decade
Panthers’ football lists superstitions before game day
Dear Aunt T: Humanities and dating 101
Dear Aunt T: Humanities and dating 101
COLUMN: Writers strike ends, but is it really over?
COLUMN: Writer’s strike ends, but is it really over?
COLUMN: It is okay to switch your major
COLUMN: It is okay to switch your major
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: More in-class writing will retain college students
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?
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
Dear Aunt T: Humanities and dating 101
Dear Aunt T: Humanities and dating 101
COLUMN: Writers strike ends, but is it really over?
COLUMN: Writer’s strike ends, but is it really over?
COLUMN: It is okay to switch your major
COLUMN: It is okay to switch your major
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: More in-class writing will retain college students
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?
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
Hadley Clark presents on her studio practice at Tarble Art Center Thursday evening.
Creating repurposed art with Hadley Clark
Freshman political science major, Mason Tegeler plays as character Richard Hannay in The 39 Steps play in Doudna Fine Arts Center Thursday evening.
39 Steps, a night of fun and laughs
Director of Jennifer Seas walks students through the new Who Speaks for the Oceans? exhibit on Monday evening.
The collaborative creation of Tarble’s Fall Exhibition
Comedian Rhapsody tour stops by Charleston
Comedian Rhapsody tour stops by Charleston
EIUs Jazz Ensemble finishes their performance at the Jazz Showcase with the final song of On Green Dolphin in Doudna Fine Arts Center Thursday evening.
Jazz ensemble brings families together
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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EDITORIAL: Happy holidays and enjoy winter break

EDITORIAL: Happy holidays and enjoy winter break

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December 9, 2021
EDITORIAL: We can only do so much

EDITORIAL: We can only do so much

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October 3, 2021
EDITORIAL: What do we gain from EWPs

EDITORIAL: What do we gain from EWPs

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September 28, 2021
Fall is finally upon us

Fall is finally upon us

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September 26, 2021
EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

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September 23, 2021
Eastern Center Kevin Duckworth muscles inside for two of his 12 points from Dec. 10, 1984.

STAFF EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

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September 22, 2021
EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

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September 20, 2021
EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

EDITORIAL: The names students deserve

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September 20, 2021
Eastern committees to know

Eastern committees to know

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August 31, 2021
EDITORIAL: Eastern needs a new Napoleon

EDITORIAL: Eastern needs a new Napoleon

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August 24, 2021

Editorial: Saying thank you, goodbye to our retiring advisors

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April 29, 2021

Editorial: Naming Committee does right thing in wrong way

Staff Editorial
April 28, 2021

Editorial: Simons’ work valuable, admired

Staff Editorial
April 27, 2021

Editorial: Perri votes show value of student representation on Board of Trustees

Staff Editorial
April 25, 2021

Editorial: Thanks to CAA for hearing our proposal

Staff Editorial
April 22, 2021

Editorial: Keep up fight for justice

Staff Editorial
April 20, 2021

Editorial: Student Gov. elections are open, so do not forget to vote

Staff Editorial
April 19, 2021

Editorial: Eastern journalism program offerings a big selling point

Staff Editorial
April 18, 2021

Editorial: Consider others before sharing graphic, violent videos online

Staff Editorial
April 15, 2021

Editorial: Do not be afraid to get your COVID-19 vaccine

Staff Editorial
April 14, 2021

Editorial: Understand when you should be an active bystander

Staff Editorial
April 13, 2021

Editorial: We must stand united with AAPI individuals as hate against them rises

Staff Editorial
April 12, 2021

Editorial: Just wear a mask, it is not that hard to do

Staff Editorial
April 11, 2021

Editorial: Chauvin’s trial should be focused on his actions, not the actions of Floyd

Staff Editorial
April 8, 2021

Editorial: Enjoy the warmer weather in safe ways

Staff Editorial
April 7, 2021

Editorial: Douglas County outbreak shows the consequences of reckless actions

Staff Editorial
April 5, 2021

Editorial: Eastern must offer credit/no credit option this semester

Staff Editorial
April 4, 2021

Editorial: Naming Committee forums made it clear that Douglas Hall needs to be renamed

Staff Editorial
April 2, 2021

Editorial: Shooting is a sad sign that we are returning to normal

Staff Editorial
March 31, 2021

Editorial: Dive team shows value of emergency services

Staff Editorial
March 30, 2021

Editorial: AFSCME should get plenty of support in their fight Tuesday

Staff Editorial
March 29, 2021

Editorial: Naming Forums planned for POC student groups to be beneficial, enlightening

Staff Editorial
March 28, 2021

Editorial: Naming Committee must evolve with changing attitudes

Staff Editorial
March 25, 2021

Editorial: Levine’s confirmation a historic, important moment

Staff Editorial
March 25, 2021

Editorial: Student forum turnout pathetic

Staff Editorial
March 23, 2021

Editorial: More DiBiancos, less Douglases

Staff Editorial
March 22, 2021

Editorial: Miller’s recent condemnation necessary for his behavior

Staff Editorial
March 22, 2021

Editorial: Use your voice in forums, survey for Douglas Hall

Staff Editorial
March 18, 2021

Editorial: Reduced distancing at schools has both its pros and cons

Staff Editorial
March 16, 2021

Editorial: Illinois under 1,000 new virus cases Monday

Staff Editorial
March 15, 2021

Editorial: Wear your mask when at outdoor sporting events

Staff Editorial
March 14, 2021

Editorial: Get COVID test if you were at weekend parties

Staff Editorial
March 12, 2021

EDITORIAL: Journalist’s acquittal important, necessary

Staff Editorial
March 11, 2021

Editorial: Arkansas abortion ban opposite of progress

Staff Editorial
March 10, 2021

Editorial: COVID vaccines are working, so get one as soon as it is available

Staff Editorial
March 9, 2021

Editorial: We are college journalists, not your enemy

Staff Editorial
March 8, 2021

Editorial: Using the private information that was shared in mass email is wrong

Staff Editorial
March 5, 2021

Editorial: Treatment of press in Myanmar is troubling

Staff Editorial
March 4, 2021

Editorial: Masks are necessary; wearing one saves lives

Staff Editorial
March 3, 2021

Editorial: New Georgia bill makes a mockery of our democracy

Staff Editorial
March 2, 2021

Editorial: State Rep. Miller disrespects his constituents with thoughtless actions

Staff Editorial
March 1, 2021

Editorial: Black history does not end in February, celebrate yearlong

Staff Editorial
February 26, 2021

Editorial: Sen. Bailey unfit to be governor of Illinois

Staff Editorial
February 25, 2021

Editorial: Virginia does the right thing in abolishing the death penalty

Staff Editorial
February 23, 2021

Editorial: US coronavirus deaths reaching morbid milestone

Staff Editorial
February 22, 2021

Editorial: Politicians should not be idolized by the public

Staff Editorial
February 19, 2021

Editorial: Limbaugh’s legacy is one of hate and lies

Staff Editorial
February 17, 2021

Editorial: Be prepared when bad weather is happening

Staff Editorial
February 17, 2021

Editorial: Will Trump face consequences for insurrection?

Staff Editorial
February 15, 2021

Editorial: Trump trial shows full severity of insurrection

Staff Editorial
February 11, 2021

Editorial: MLB’s new harassment hotline a good step

Staff Editorial
February 10, 2021

Editorial: New LGBTQIA+ floor a welcomed addition coming to Eastern’s campus

Staff Editorial
February 9, 2021

Editorial: Super Bowl an odd experience amid COVID-19

Staff Editorial
February 8, 2021

Editorial: Douglas Hall must get a name change

Staff Editorial
February 4, 2021

EDITORIAL: Flying BLM flag again a good thing for Eastern

Staff Editorial
February 3, 2021

Editorial: Representation must be priority for journalism

Staff Editorial
February 1, 2021

Editorial: Grim virus projections serve as reminder

Staff Editorial
January 28, 2021

Editorial: Baron leaves behind rich legacy in journalism

Staff Editorial
January 27, 2021

Editorial: Tubman on the $20 bill should be celebrated

Staff Editorial
January 26, 2021

Editorial: Transgender military ban was always divisive

Staff Editorial
January 25, 2021

Editorial: Biden’s climate plans a welcome change of pace

Staff Editorial
January 21, 2021

Editorial: Trump is out, not a minute too soon

Staff Editorial
January 21, 2021

Editorial: Watch the inauguration if you have the chance

Staff Editorial
January 20, 2021

Editorial: Words matter, as do the ideas behind them

Staff Editorial
January 19, 2021

Editorial: COVID-19 testing should not be random

Staff Editorial
January 15, 2021

Editorial: Trump’s 2nd impeachment a significant event

Staff Editorial
January 13, 2021

Editorial: Another semester of COVID underway

Staff Editorial
January 13, 2021

Editorial: Capitol attack shows what we have become

Staff Editorial
January 11, 2021

Editorial: Remember to stay safe over Winter Break

Staff Editorial
December 11, 2020

Editorial: Racial dynamics affecting trust in COVID vaccine

Staff Editorial
December 10, 2020

Editorial: Stupidity is a pandemic with no real vaccine

Staff Editorial
December 8, 2020

Editorial: Biden’s COVID strategy will differ greatly

Staff Editorial
December 8, 2020

Editorial: Trump setting dangerous precedent

Staff Editorial
December 7, 2020

Editorial: It is important to be aware of climate change

Staff Editorial
December 4, 2020

Editorial: Austin mayor’s behavior part of bigger issue

Staff Editorial
December 3, 2020

Editorial: Conspiracies about COVID keep spreading

Staff Editorial
December 2, 2020

Editorial: Take advantage of upcoming COVID-19 tests

Staff Editorial
December 1, 2020

Editorial: Shame on people who gathered for Thanksgiving

Staff Editorial
November 30, 2020

Editorial: Resist urge of Thanksgiving gatherings

Staff Editorial
November 20, 2020

Editorial: Stopping sports must be considered

Staff Editorial
November 19, 2020

Editorial: Trump’s firing of official is ridiculous

Staff Editorial
November 17, 2020

Editorial: We hope safety is everybody’s top priority

Staff Editorial
November 17, 2020

Editorial: Trump impeding Biden’s ability to handle COVID-19

Staff Editorial
November 15, 2020

Editorial: Trump will not stop spreading conspiracies

Staff Editorial
November 13, 2020

Editorial: Trump’s pettiness is a threat to security

Staff Editorial
November 12, 2020

Editorial: Virus in danger of getting out of control

Staff Editorial
November 11, 2020

Editorial: Refreshing to see Biden taking COVID seriously

Staff Editorial
November 9, 2020

Editorial: Biden/Harris win a major moment in U.S. history

Staff Editorial
November 9, 2020

Editorial: Editorial board’s endorsements for local races

Staff Editorial
October 29, 2020

Editorial: Study finds alarming new COVID side effects

Staff Editorial
October 28, 2020
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