The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

The student news site of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois.

The Daily Eastern News

Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 37: Halloween Edition: Is The Blair Witch Project That Good?

Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 37: Halloween Edition: Is The Blair Witch Project That Good?

Drew Coffey and Cam'ron Hardy October 12, 2023

Drew and Cam give their opposing views on the 1999 horror film, The Blair Witch Project. https://youtu.be/Cx1BgNx_OII

Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 36: Reviewing the Worst Movie of All Time: The Room

Two Dudes Talk Movies: Ep. 36: Reviewing the Worst Movie of All Time: The Room

Cam'ron Hardy and Drew Coffey October 12, 2023

https://youtu.be/fBNar8YHYEc Drew and Cam have a blast reviewing the infamous, worst movie of all time, The Room.

Dr. Aaron Lawler, a assistant professor from Waubonsee Community College gives a presentation at the You Are A Story event, held through the Academy of Lifelong Learning at Lumpkin College of Business and Technology Tuesday afternoon.

Illuminating philosophical life questions with Ray Bradbury

Audra Gullquist, Assistant News Editor October 12, 2023

In a world full of self-discovery and existential exploration, we are often stuck seeking a meaning to life, which Aaron Lawler has an unique approach towards answering.  Lawler explored philosophical...

Freshman defender Lance Somerfield dribbles past senior midfielder Jesse da Costa.

Eastern hopes to bounce back against Liberty

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor October 11, 2023

Eastern men’s soccer is looking to bounce back this Thursday against the Liberty University Flames after an unsuccessful road trip to Texas. The Panthers lost both games of their road trip 4-2...

Intramural sports attendance is low

Intramural sports attendance is low

Luke Brewer, Reporter October 11, 2023

Intramural sports are back in action for all students, featuring 18 different sports to participate in, ranging from tennis to basketball.  “We provide a little something for everybody,” said Kevin...

Eastern Students dances during the Block Party Pep Rally event at O‘Brien Stadium Friday night.

EIU bleeds blue at the Block Party Pep Rally 

Alexis Moore-Jones, Feature Reporter October 9, 2023

The loud music echoing from behind O’Brien Stadium drew in party growers as they made their way down the path to the O’Brien field parking lot.  The closer they got, the louder the music became.   The...

Eastern Illinois Universitys president Jay Gatrell and the city of Charlestons mayor, Brandon Combs, throw candy for people during EIUs homecoming parade Saturday morning.

EIU Homecoming Parade unites students and community

Drew Coffey, Reporter October 9, 2023

Eastern Illinois students and families in the local community gathered for the annual Homecoming Parade Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m.   The EIU Homecoming Week consisted of student events such as...

From left, sophomore setter Catalina Rochaix and senior outside hitter Giovana Larregui López celebrate after scoring a point during the volleyball against Morehead State Thursday evening at Lantz Arena. Rochaix led the team with 34 assists and had two digs. López led the Panthers with 13 kills and 15 points.

Four Panthers earn top 75 in the nation

Sports Staff October 9, 2023

Over the weekend Eastern volleyball was able to sweep Morehead State University, which puts them at 16-1 on the season which is the best start in program history. The Panthers are also 6-0 in Ohio...

Senior forward Sam Eccles looks to recieve ball on Tuesday night Oct. 4th, 2023, at OBrien Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus in Charleston Ill.

Sam Eccles: From England to Hofstra to Eastern

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor October 8, 2023

Sam Eccles, a senior forward for Eastern’s men’s soccer team, grew up in Sheffield, England. He played golf and track and field growing up, but he said by the time he was 11 he selected soccer...

Dr. Loretta Prater shares her thoughts on Dr. Linda Simpsons book with the attendees of the launch party in Doudna Fine Arts Center on Thursday afternoon.

Book launch of “Mindful & Intentional Money Management” by Dr. Linda Simpson

Audra Gullquist, Assistant News Editor October 7, 2023

Doudna Fine Arts Center’s main concourse was crowded on Thursday, with those celebrating Linda Simpon’s book launch, enjoying food and drinks from Panther Catering and hoping to gather financial tips. Simpson’s...

Senior libero Christina Martinez Mundo receives the ball, bumping it to set up teammates during the volleyball game against Morehead State Thursday evening at Lantz Arena Mundo led the Panthers with 17 digs and three service aces.

Eastern continues success against Morehead State with another sweep

Aidan Cusack and Cameron Thomas October 6, 2023

Eastern volleyball continues to dominate in OVC play, not allowing Morehead State to win a single set on Thursday and Friday. These two teams have quite a bit of competitive history. Coming into...

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

Review of Eastern’s first 10 games

Luther Yoder, Assistant Sports Editor October 6, 2023

Eastern men’s soccer is seeing some improvement in Head Coach Josh Oakley’s second year with the team. The Panthers are 10 games into the season and at this point last year they had allowed...

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