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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.
HERC holds ‘Snoozin Like A Panther’ presentation
Celebration of Thanksgiving for students
Celebration of Thanksgiving for students
A sign of the Human Services Building on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023 located on Eastern Illinois Universitys campus in Charleston, Ill.
Nurturing mental health without therapy
From left, Shayla Taylor, Madalyn Stead, and Hannah Hunt look at the Mediterranean diet recipes during the Healthy Cooking 101 session in Klehm Hall.
Students master the Mediterranean diet
Students apart of the Jazz Lab Band stand up to be applauded after their performance Tuesday night in Doudna Fine Arts Center.
Jazz performance run-down
Senior libero/defensive specialist Christina Martinez Mundo smiles while Head Coach Sara Thomas speaks on each of the seniors skills and impact on the team during the press conference.
Panthers of the Week: Jordan Booker, Christina Martinez Mundo
Kooper Jacobi (40) led the Panthers with 14 points and went 6-9 in field goals helping to secure the Panthers triple-digit win over University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy Saturday afternoon at Groniger Arena.
EIU scores triple digits in win
Eastern forward, Macy McGlone (33), attempts to jump up and shoot a layup while a Tennessee Tech player attempts to block her shot at the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament Friday afternoon. The Panthers lost 61-66 to the Golden Eagles.
McGlone off to a great start in junior season
Head Volleyball Coach Sara Thomas speaks to each of her seniors impact on her and the team for this season during the after-game press conference for their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2001. Thomas said she will sad to see some players who have been with her since she started coaching at Eastern leave this year.
EIU eliminated from NCAA tournament
Senior Christina Martinez Mundo (4) pets Bear the dog before starting their game vs. Valparaiso Friday night in Lantz Arena.
Martinez-Mundo’s impact on EIU Volleyball
COLUMN: Friendsgiving, worth it or not?
COLUMN: Friendsgiving, worth it or not?
COLUMN: President Biden, it is time to pick a side
COLUMN: President Biden, it is time to pick a side
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: The very best coffee
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: CM Punk has made his return to the WWE
Staff profile for Camron.
COLUMN: ‘Critical Thinking’: combining street-life and chess in an awkward sense
COMIC BY JENNA MINOR | THE DAILY EASTERN NEWS Comic depicts lack of feminine hygiene products.
EDITORIAL: Pink tax is out of control, what is Eastern doing?
Jason Farias, a senior history education major, leads a group throughout campus during a student walkout demanding a free Palestine at the Mellin Steps in protest of the Israel genocide on Palestinian civilians Wednesday afternoon. Farias said there were around 100 other schools in the nation participating in the walk.
EDITORIAL: Local, student activism matters
EDITORIAL: Breast cancer awareness and education
EDITORIAL: Plan 2028 is promising, looking forward to improvements
EDITORIAL: “Plan 2028” is promising, looking forward to improvements
EDITORIAL: What is hazing and why we report on it?
EDITORIAL: What is hazing and why we report on it?
COLUMN: Friendsgiving, worth it or not?
COLUMN: Friendsgiving, worth it or not?
COLUMN: President Biden, it is time to pick a side
COLUMN: President Biden, it is time to pick a side
Dan Hahn is a graduate student studying English and can be reached at 217-581-2812.
COLUMN: The very best coffee
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: CM Punk has made his return to the WWE
Staff profile for Camron.
COLUMN: ‘Critical Thinking’: combining street-life and chess in an awkward sense
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
Students apart of the Jazz Lab Band stand up to be applauded after their performance Tuesday night in Doudna Fine Arts Center.
Jazz performance run-down
The African Students Association host the African Renaissance fashion show where models from Couture, The Kat Walk, Essence, and more show off their cultural looks which is a mix of afrofuturism and afrocentrism in the Grand Ballroom of Martin Luther King Jr. University Union on Saturday night.
African Student Association hosts stylish competition on campus  
Greek Court Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8, 2023
Greek Life and leadership: developing skills for the future
The cast of Children of Eden hold out their arms mid performance at Doudna Fine Arts Center Sunday evening.
Doudna presents Children of Eden
Students attend the Sugar Skull Paint and Sip and paint their skull in recognition of Day of the Dead.
Remembering family during Día de los Muertos 
From left, Celeste Cambron, Jocelyn Cambron, and Kassandra Garcia look at the ofrenda exhibits being displayed at the Dia De Los Muertos Gala on Saturday night.
THROUGH THE LENS: Dia de Los Muertos Gala
The Mariachi band, Los Amigos, walk around campus playing their instruments and singing multiple songs during Hispanic Heritage Month. Los Amigos have been playing for 13 years and have played in every state in the Southeast.
THROUGH THE LENS: Mariachi takes over campus
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
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 4: Anthony Manaves
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 4: Anthony Manaves
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 44: Why is Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Talked About So Much?
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 3: Stone Galloway
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 3: Stone Galloway
two dudes talk movies
Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 43: Is Interstellar The Best Sci-Fi Movie Ever? ft. Special Guest
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 2: Pierce Holley
Panther Profiles Podcast: Ep. 2: Pierce Holley
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Staff profile for Tyriq.

Tyriq Johnson, Assistant Photo Editor

Tyriq Johnson is a senior digital media technology major. This is his first year at The News.

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Eastern Illinois University Marching band performs for Veterans Day before Eastern football game against Tennessee State Tigers held at OBrien Field saturday afternoon.

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Eastern Illinois parents and family members cheer as their seniors are called during Senior Day during the Panthers game against Tennessee State Tigers held at OBrien Field saturday afternoon.

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Eastern Illinois football team celebrates after defeating the Tennessee State Tigers 30-17 during their game held at OBrien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] STAFF PICKS: Hardest position in football

November 17, 2023
Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers tries to score a touchdown against Tennessee State Tigers during their game held at OBrien Field saturday afternoon.

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Redshirt junior linebacker Anthony Shockey (5) celebrates after making a tackle against Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.

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Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) celebrates a touchdown with redshirt junior offensive lineman Elkhanan Tanelus (72). Eastern beat Tennessee State 30-17 Saturday afternoon at O’ Brien Field.

[Photo] Flowers scores more points than Tennessee State offense in Panther win

November 11, 2023
Sam Eccles, a senior forward (9) attempts to steal the ball from senior Incarnate word midfielder Luis Zuniga (8) during their OVC semifinals tournament held at Ralph Korte Stadium wednesday evening.

[Photo] Eastern ends season on a 1-0 loss to UIW

November 8, 2023
Greek Court Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8, 2023

[Photo] Greek Life and leadership: developing skills for the future

November 10, 2023
Student Recreation Center held intramural sports for flag football at intramural fields tuesday night.

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Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, stiff arms a Bryant University Bulldogs defender at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] EIU Football’s national and conference rankings after eight games

October 28, 2023
Kevin Daniels, a red shirt sophomore running back, stiff arms a defender while attempting to score a touchdown during their game against Bryant University Bulldog at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

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Kevin Daniels, a red shirt sophomore running back, attempts to run the ball pass Bryant University Bulldog defenders at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

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DeAirious Smith, a junior wide receiver, attempts to catch a pass from Eastern quarterback, Pierce Holley during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

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DeAirious Smith, a junior wide receiver, catches a pass from Eastern quarterback Pierce Holley during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

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Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback, attempts to throw the ball at a teammate during their game against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers of the Week: Pierce Holley, Alex Tetteh

October 22, 2023
Shower

[Photo] Steam outage during Fall Break

October 19, 2023
Nidhi Patel, the president of student body listens as Karolina Guzek, speaker of the student senate begins the student government meeting in Martin Luther King Jr. Union wednesday evening.

[Photo] Nidhi Patel: role as Student Body President

October 19, 2023
Eli Mirza, a junior wide receiver catches a pass during practice at OBrien Field wednesday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers feel motivated ahead of third conference game

October 19, 2023
MJ Flowers, a freshman running back catches the ball during practice at OBrien Field wednesday afternoon.

[Photo] Flowers named to Freshman of the Year watch list

October 18, 2023
A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

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A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

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A picture of University Police department on Oct 16, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

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A picture of Andrews Hall on Oct 17, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

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A picture of Andrews Hall on Oct 17, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

[Photo] Campus sees 4 rape reports since start of semester

October 26, 2023
President and co-creator of Eastern line dancing club, Kayla Tomaszkiewicz demonstrates a dance routine in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

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Vice president and co-creator of Eastern line dancing club, Lindsey Schwerdlin congratulates everyone after finishing all dance routines in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

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Eastern students practice line dancing routines every Wednesday at 7:00pm held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

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Lindsey Schwerdlin, a Junior communication disorders and science major, helps demonstrate line dancing routine with fellow line dancing co-creator Kayla Tomaszkiewicz held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

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Kayla Tomaszkiewicz, a Junior communication disorders and science major, practices a routine with dance partner during line dancing club held in McAfee Gym underground Friday evening.

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Gennelle Nathan, a sophomore graphic design major, stays after class in Doudna Fine Arts Center to work on her art project Thursday afternoon.

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Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Illinois University Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for pictures Tuesday afternoon.

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Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for the camera Tuesday afternoon.

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Emily Wilcox, a senior middle blocker for Eastern Volleyball team cat, Cheeto poses for the camera Tuesday afternoon.

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Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: The Good, Bad and Ugly of 2023 football season

November 26, 2023
Hunter Kidwell, a senior KSR teacher licensure major, cooks food for eastern football fans during homecoming tailgate at O‘Brien stadium Saturday afternoon.

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Eastern football team celebrates after getting a interception against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] EIU Football ends regular season with best record since 2013

November 18, 2023
Joel Barrows, a junior defensive lineman (6) celebrates with teammate Ira Armstead II (0) after sacking UT Martin quarter back at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Justin Bowick Jr., a sophomore wide receiver, celebrates after scoring a touchdown during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers continue to maintain focus for road game against SEMO

October 12, 2023
Eastern football players waits for the ball to stop during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Blake Ruffin, a sophomore safety (4), celebrates after sacking UT Martin quarterback during their homecoming game at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Fans cheer for Eastern Football team during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Eastern Fans cheer during Eastern football team touchdown celebration during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Justin Thomas, a graduate wide receiver, runs the ball pass UT Martin players during their homecoming game at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] How does eligibility work for college athletes?

October 17, 2023
Pierce Holley, a junior quarterback (3), looks to throw the ball to a teammate during their homecoming game against UT Martin at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers continue to maintain focus for road game against SEMO

October 12, 2023
Elijawah Tolbert, a junior line backer celebrates after sacking UT Martin quarterback at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Garrett Jackson, a nursing major, plays the snare during the Eastern Illinois university Homecoming parade Saturday afternoon.

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Eastern Illinois University marching band performs during the Homecoming parade Saturday afternoon.

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Junior linebacker Elijawah Tolbert (1), looks around the field after the last play of the game at Lantz Arena Saturday afternoon, Oct 7, 2023, on Eastern Illinois University Campus in Charleston, Ill

[Photo] Thrilling overtime ends in ‘heartbreaking loss’ for Eastern football

October 7, 2023
Students chat and laugh before the dealer distribute cards to the players at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

[Photo] EIU hosts Casino Night; continues Homecoming Week 

October 6, 2023
Students play Roulette at Casino Night for a chance to win mystery boxes and Prizes at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

[Photo] EIU hosts Casino Night; continues Homecoming Week 

October 6, 2023
Casino Night dealer spins roulette wheel at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

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Casino Night dealer spins roulette wheel at Martin Luther King Jr. University Union Grand Ballroom Thursday evening.

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Ella Onstott, Sophomore Midfielder, (20) celebrates with her team after scoring the game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

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Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott (20) celebrates after scoring a game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles with 24 seconds left on the clock at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

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Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott (20) celebrates after scoring a game tying goal against MoreHead St. Eagles with 24 seconds left on the clock at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

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Senior Forward Serra Pizano attempts to steal the soccerball from MoreHead St. Eagles player at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] Women’s soccer earns sixth seeded spot in OVC Tournament

October 26, 2023
Sophomore Midfielder Ella Onstott attempts to score a goal against MoreHead St. Eagles at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

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Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

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Senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys with 20 seconds left at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

[Photo] The Panthers’ secret weapon

October 24, 2023
Fifth year running back Juwon Farri runs the ball into McNeese St cowboys defenders at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Galloway secures win for Panthers in first game back from injury

September 23, 2023
Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

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Fans cheer after senior kicker Stone Galloway kicks a 56 yard field goal to put the panthers ahead of Mcneese St cowboys at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. The panthers won 31-28.

[Photo] How important is fan attendance to Panther athletes?

September 26, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Justin Bowick jr. (1) attempts to catch the football being thrown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: Why people have such a deep connection with sports

November 3, 2023
Senior defensive line Terence Simon jr. (44) tries to tackle McNeese St cowboys quarterback (18) at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Fifth year defensive back Russell Dandy runs with McNeese St cowboys wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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Russell Dandy, a fifth year defensive back, lines up against a McNeese St cowboys wide receiver at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] COLUMN: The Good, Bad and Ugly of 2023 football season

November 26, 2023
Freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) celebrates as after scoring a touchdown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

[Photo] Flowers rushed more than Cowboys’ offense to help Panthers secure second home win

September 25, 2023
Eli Mirza, a junior wide receiver, attempts to run the football pass McNeese St cowboys defenders at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] Bye week gives Eastern a chance to recover before playing Lindenwood

November 1, 2023
Freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) celebrates as after scoring a touchdown at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

[Photo] Eastern prepares for last home game of season against TSU Tigers

November 9, 2023
Freshman running back MJ Flowers runs the ball towards the endzone at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

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Freshman running back MJ Flowers runs the ball towards the endzone at O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon. MJ Flowers rushed for 272 yards on 37 carries. The EIU panthers beat the Mcneese St cowboys 31-28.

[Photo] Flowers rushed more than Cowboys’ offense to help Panthers secure second home win

September 25, 2023
Pierce Holley, a redshirt junior quaterback, practice throwing footballs before team drills at O‘Brien Field Wednesday Evening.

[Photo] Panthers continue to step up in preparation for Cowboys

September 21, 2023
Josh Norman, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Eastern Illinois University plays pickle-ball at Lantz Arena Tennis courts Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 19.

[Photo] Local pickleball club consistently hits the courts, welcomes all  

September 21, 2023
Whelan Joseph, a junior sports management major, deflects a shot attempt from Wright St Raiders at Lakeside field Tuesday evening.

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Lance Somerfield, a freshman, attemps to defend against Wright St Raiders as they try to throw the ball onto the field at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon.

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Sam Eccles, a senior chemistry major, celebrates with his teammates after scoring aganist Wright St Raiders at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon

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Sam Eccles, a senior chemistry major, celebrates with his teammates after scoring aganist Wright St Raiders at Lakeside Field Tuesday afternoon

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Sophomore Forward Casey Welage tries to steal the soccerball from Lindenwood Lions defender at Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.

[Photo] Eastern comes away with second tie of the season against Wright State

September 12, 2023
Casey Welage, a sophomore teacher education major, watches as a player from Bellarmine tosses the ball into play at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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Adrian Lechuga, a sophomore digital media technology major, watches as a player from Bellarmine gets substituted onto the field at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

[Photo] Eastern shutout in loss to Liberty

October 12, 2023
Felipe Kerr Lourenco, a senior management major, walks off the field to meet with head coach Josh Oakley for halftime at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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William Bruce, a junior pre-physical therapy major, tosses the ball onto the field at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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Lance Somerfield, a freshman, dribbles the ball up field against Bellarmine at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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Lance Somerfield, a freshman, watches as Bellarmine player tosses the ball into play at Lakeside Field Saturday afternoon

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