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Vice Chairperson for Easterns board of trustees Christopher Hicks, speaks during the board of trustees meeting Friday afternoon in the Grand Ballroom.
Board of trustees removes out-of-state tuition for US residents
Students celebrate EIUs unofficial Holi in the Library Quad. Holi is a festival celebrated in India. It is celebrated as the festival of colors, love and spring.
EIU celebrates Holi festival of colors
Students participate in Pantherchella in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Saturday.
Pantherchella takes over Panther Bash
What to expect at Springfest
What to expect at Springfest
Jody Stone interacts with students after his student interview for Dean of Students Friday. April 13,2024 in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union,
Interim dean of students interviews to maintain position
Freshman catcher Sophia Olman catching a pitch on Saturday April 20 2024 against Tennessee Tech.
Catcher talks about being a black belt in Q&A
Senior Addison Brown getting ready to serve in doubles against Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks the Atkins Tennis Center.
Panthers of the Week: Addison Brown, Adam Swanson
softball
EIU softball loses nine-game winning streak to Tennessee Tech
Sophomore infielder, Kendall Grover swings and misses the ball during the Eastern Illinois University softball game against Tennessee State.
EIU sweeps Tennessee Tech in double header
Daily Eastern News “Staff Picks”
STAFF PICKS: NBA finals winner
Drew Coffey
COLUMN: ‘The Social Network:’ nice guys finish last
COLUMN: Educators need to be more valued
COLUMN: Educators need to be more valued
Jason Farias
COLUMN: Concerns with free speech zones
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: The spirit of Linux and the attention economy
Jacob Hamm
COLUMN: 32-hour work weeks should be the standard
EDITORIAL: Class evaluations should matter
EDITORIAL: Class evaluations should matter
The News won 34 awards at the Illinois Collegiate Press Association 2024.
EDITORIAL: The News wins 34 state awards
Ryan Hendrickson during the open interviews in Buzzard Auditorium. He is one out of four candidates for provost position Thursday morning.
EDITORIAL: We endorse Hendrickson as next provost
EDITORIAL: Should you trust the mystic, weather-predicting rodent?
EDITORIAL: Should you trust the mystic, weather-predicting rodent?
Students from Eastern Illinois University take pictures together during Block Party Pep Rally event at O‘Brien Stadium Friday night.
EDITORIAL: Eastern needs a devoted provost
Drew Coffey
COLUMN: ‘The Social Network:’ nice guys finish last
COLUMN: Educators need to be more valued
COLUMN: Educators need to be more valued
Jason Farias
COLUMN: Concerns with free speech zones
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: The spirit of Linux and the attention economy
Jacob Hamm
COLUMN: 32-hour work weeks should be the standard
Bob Ceder and friend Killer siting on a couch with their dogs back in 1974.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The saga of the Pale Riders of ’74
Jacob Kimsey poses with Ethan Lozada dressed as Jesus at a counterprotest against religious protester Chris Svochak.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A queer student’s perspective on the March 7 protest
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
Students celebrate EIUs unofficial Holi in the Library Quad. Holi is a festival celebrated in India. It is celebrated as the festival of colors, love and spring.
EIU celebrates Holi festival of colors
Drew Coffey
COLUMN: ‘The Social Network:’ nice guys finish last
Students participate in Pantherchella in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Saturday.
Pantherchella takes over Panther Bash
What to expect at Springfest
What to expect at Springfest
The crowd jumps in excitement over Matt Bennet in the Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom on Saturday.
Matt Bennett brings nostalgia to Pantherchella
Senior utility, Cole Gober throws his base to the side as he runs to first base at the game against Bradley University Tuesday,
THROUGH THE LENS: EIU vs Bradley Baseball
Students enjoy Pantherchella where Matt Bennett DJd in the Martin Luther King Jr., University Union Grand Ballroom
THROUGH THE LENS : Matt Bennett plays Pantherchella
Senior Addison Brown stands and waits for the double match to start against Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks, at Atkins indoor tennis center
THROUGH THE LENS: EIU women’s tennis play against SEMO
(93) Sophomore punter Jacob Horvath and (98) redshirt junior long snapper Brett Galletti, at football’s first spring practice.
THROUGH THE LENS: EIU football’s first spring practice
Jennifer Buchter, a special education professor, gets out of the water during the Special Olympics Polar Plunge Sunday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Students, faculty get bold, cold
two dudes talk movies
The Social Network: Nice Guys Finish Last
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 60: Why Is Midsommar So Weird?
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 59: Is Ex Machina The Best Sci-Fi Movie?
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 58: Road House 2024 Is Terrible!
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 57: Reviewing the 2024 Oscars
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[Video] Christmas beats in the heart of Charleston

Mackenzie Freund, City Editor
December 6, 2015

[Video] Turkey shortage will not impact campus dining

Roberto Hodge, News Editor
November 18, 2015

[Video] Veterans Day ceremony honors with a bang

Mackenzie Freund, City Editor
November 11, 2015

[Video] Greek step show unites alumni, students

T'Nerra Butler, Multicultural Editor
November 8, 2015

[Video] Drag show engages audience

T'Nerra Butler, Multicultural Editor
October 27, 2015

[Video] S.L.U.T. Walk brings awareness to rape culture

Torri Griffith, Staff Reporter
October 20, 2015

[Video] Video: ROTC rappel training

October 11, 2015

[Video] Photo Gallery/Video: Family Weekend 2015

October 11, 2015

[Video] Glassman gives State of the University address

Cassie Buchman, Administration Editor
September 29, 2015
Greg (left) and Gail (right) Sims, band members for Bosco Sticks, played during Night of Hope along with three other bands. This was Night of Hopes 15th anniversary, which normally brings in $3,000 every year.

[Photo] Night of HOPE spreads word about domestic violence

Lynnsey Veach, Staff Reporter
September 27, 2015

[Video] Late mistakes hurt Panthers in loss to Illinois State

Blake Nash, Staff Reporter
September 20, 2015
Kids Arts in the Park also had an area set up for telling stories with puppets.

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[Video] Kids paint colors at park for annual art day

Mackenzie Freund, City Editor
September 13, 2015

Lake View Trail at Lake Charleston

Tony Komada, Online Producer
September 7, 2015
Tyson Sledge, general manager of Marty’s, stands in the outside walled off area in front of the bar. The silver towers on either side of Sledge are heaters that will keep those eating and drinking outside warm during cooler days.

New look, management for Marty’s bar

Tony Komada, Online Producer
August 31, 2015

Video: Pantherpalooza gets students involved

Tony Komada, Online Producer
August 28, 2015

Video: Roundup of first weekend events

Tony Komada, Online producer
August 24, 2015

Video: Move-in day 2015

Tony Komada, Online producer
August 21, 2015
A Bagelfest banner was walked down the parade after the emergency vehicles to signal the beginning of the rest of the parade, which celebrated the 30th anniversary of the event.

Picture gallery: Bagelfest parade

Tony Komada, Online Editor
July 18, 2015
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[Photo] Some employees to receive unpaid furlough

Stephanie Markham, Editor-in-Chief
July 16, 2015

Extended bar hours to be reconsidered

Tony Komada, Online Editor
July 14, 2015
The Rotary Community Aquatic Center opened at 4 p.m. Thursday because of the unseasonably cold temperatures. Attendence of the pool has been lowered by the rainy week.

Aquatic classes available at Rotary pool

Tony Komada, Online Editor
July 9, 2015

Coles County property taxes nearing completion

Tony Komada, Online Editor
July 6, 2015
Red, White and Blue Days schedule

Red, White and Blue Days schedule

Tony Komada, Online Editor
July 2, 2015
An American flag was raised above E street by CFD to tribute fallen veterans for the Vietnam traveling wall on July 1.

[Photo] Video: The Vietnam Traveling Wall escort

July 2, 2015
An American flag was raised above E street by CFD to tribute fallen veterans for the Vietnam traveling wall on July 1.

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An American flag was raised above E street by CFD to tribute fallen veterans for the Vietnam traveling wall on July 1.

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Captain Rat and the Blind Rivets, a rock band from Champaign, will perform at 2:30 p.m. July 4 at Morton Park for Red, White & Blue Days. From left to right, members are: Mark Rubel, bass; Timmy Ray, guitar; Buster B. Dordaun, drums; Roger Prillman, keys; and Tary Powers, sax.

1950s-inspired band to rock Fourth of July

Tony Komada, Online Editor
June 29, 2015
Corn planted just north of Mattoon suffered from the torrential rains of Tropical Storm Bill on July 19. This corn may come back from the flooding, but essential nitrogen has been leached away.

Relentless rainfall may ruin local farmers’ crops

Tony Komada, Online Editor
June 23, 2015
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.

Red, White and Blue Days celebrates 25th anniversary

Tony Komada, Online Editor
June 18, 2015
Jeff Boshart (left) and President David Glassman (right) speak to patrons at the art show, talking in part about the piece in the middle of the show, which incorporates styles from each of the emeritus professors.

‘Above and Beyond’ celebrates past professors

Tony Komada, Online Editor
June 14, 2015

Coles County property taxes delayed this year

Tony Komada, Online Editor
June 9, 2015

[Video] Video: Farmers Market on the Square

June 4, 2015
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[Photo] Video: IHSA boys track and field 2015

May 29, 2015

Charleston farmers markets see new start in summer

Tony Komada, Online Editor
May 20, 2015
Hannah Jones, a senior at Marshall High School, takes off out of the blocks during the 4x400 meter relay during the class 1A semifinals at the IHSA Girls State Final Track Meet Thursday at O’Brien Stadium. The Marshall relay team finished with a time of 4 minutes, 8 seconds.

Eastern hosts high school track competition

Tony Komada, Online Editor
May 20, 2015
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