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Grace McClellan, a senior majoring in art education, was named Artist of the Year for the Blueroom arts magazine during a ceremony at Doudna Fine Arts Center April 1.
Art revolves around McClellan
Emerson Gausmann (right) and Kaumi Stuart (left) perform as the party crashes in a short play titled The Party during the New Works Symposium on Friday night April 19,2024.
New productions displayed at symposium
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
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.
Panthers of the Year: MJ Flowers, Macy McGlone, Sara Thomas
Freshman right-handed pitcher Slater Wilcox throws the ball at the game against Bradley University Tuesday
Nine-run first inning too much for EIU to overcome
Senior guard Jordan Tiger Booker during the mens basketball game against Tennessee Tech Thursday night at Groniger Arena. The Panthers beat the Golden Eagles 68-59.
Panthers of the Semester: Tiger Booker, Macy McGlone, Tara Archibald
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
Camron Hardy
COLUMN: ‘Civil War,’ Journalists have their own wars
Jason Farias
COLUMN: Observing my first Ramadan in solidarity with Palestine
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
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
Camron Hardy
COLUMN: ‘Civil War,’ Journalists have their own wars
Jason Farias
COLUMN: Observing my first Ramadan in solidarity with Palestine
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
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
Camron Hardy
COLUMN: ‘Civil War,’ Journalists have their own wars
Grace McClellan, a senior majoring in art education, was named Artist of the Year for the Blueroom arts magazine during a ceremony at Doudna Fine Arts Center April 1.
Art revolves around McClellan
Emerson Gausmann (right) and Kaumi Stuart (left) perform as the party crashes in a short play titled The Party during the New Works Symposium on Friday night April 19,2024.
New productions displayed at symposium
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
Flamm Orchards hires around 130 to 150 workers per season to plant, tend to and process crops for thousands of families. Flamm Orchards is one of many farms in cooperation with Illinois’ statewide program to curb hunger and help stock food banks. Crops are sorted into categories where lesser-rated produce is donated to food banks.
THROUGH THE LENS: Small town standard
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
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 61: 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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From left, Gail Mason, Democrat for Coles County Board, and Tim Mason, an associate professor in economics, watch the solar eclipse together at Robinson High School on Monday afternoon.

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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.

[Photo] Why athletes play through injuries

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
March 15, 2024
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 22, 2023
Shower

[Photo] Steam outage during Fall Break

October 19, 2023
Nidhi Patel serves as the president of student body during the 2023-2024 academic year.

[Photo] Nidhi Patel: role as Student Body President

Jacob Adcock, Reporter
October 19, 2023
Anthony Manaves, a junior tight end practices catching the football with a teammate at OBrien Field wednesday afternoon.

[Photo] Panthers feel motivated ahead of third conference game

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
October 19, 2023
Mj Flowers, a freshman running back runs with teammates towards the end zone during their homecoming game against UT Martin O‘Brien Field Saturday afternoon.

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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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.

[Photo] EIU Line dance club has a boot scootin’ end to a great semester 

Lindsay Weiss, Reporter
December 11, 2023
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 excited for 2024 season changes

January 27, 2024
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?

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
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

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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 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 

Drew Coffey, Reporter
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

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
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

Aidan Cusack, Sports Reporter
October 24, 2023
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] Galloway secures win for Panthers in first game back from injury

Autumn Schulz, Senior Sports Reporter
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?

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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

Patrick Schmitz, Sports Reporter
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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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

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
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

Duane Carter, Sports Reporter
November 1, 2023
Eastern Football Team runs out of their tunnel against Bryant University Bulldogs at O‘Brien Field saturday afternoon.

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

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
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 (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

Aidan Cusack, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2023
MJ Flowers, a red shirt freshman running back, practice catching footballs before team stretches at O‘Brien Field Wednesday Evening.

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

Zaria Flippin and Duane Carter
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  

Drew Coffey, Reporter
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

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
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

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor
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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