College Headlines

Former Eastern president dies at 92

The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL

10 hours ago by Abby Allgire / City Editor

Once considered the primary authority on American agriculture, Gilbert Fite, Eastern's fourth sitting president, died at the age of 92 on July 13. He was born and raised in South Dakota, but has been living in Fort Myers, Fla. since his retirement. He is survived by his wife, June; his two sons; and grandchildren.

Pool closing early

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Justin Wingerter

Cougar Lake Pool, slated to close three weeks before the normal closing date of Labor Day due to budget issues, has not gone without resistance.

Administration officials have cited budget concerns as the primary cause, saying the pool has developed a $35,000 deficit over the past five years due to a decline in memberships and general use.

Alestleview: Art Building expansion funds should be saved

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

1 day ago by Alestle Staff

When it comes to college spending, most students can probably identify with spending outside of their means. It happens and it is forgivable every now and then. But when we spend money on unnecessary things instead of the necessities, there is a huge problem.

Opponents of mosque near 'Ground Zero' hypocritical

The Alestle, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL

18 hours ago by Justin Wingerter

Sinclair Lewis infamously warned "when fascism comes to America it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying a cross" and it seems the Bible-thumping flag wavers are once again showcasing their cultural and historical ignorance here in America.

At issue is a 15-story community center and Islamic prayer space set to be built roughly two to three blocks from Ground Zero in New York.

DEN to resume again in fall

The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL

2 days ago by Staff Report

This will be the last issue of the DEN.

The DEN will resume publication on Aug. 23.

The summer staff will also change positions.

Sam Sottosanto will remain Editor in Chief; Kristin Jording will be resuming her position as Editor in Chief for the Warbler; Rashida Lyles-Cowan will be Editor in Chief of Minority Today; Alesha Bailey will be News Editor for Minority Today; James Roedl will be Online Editor; Julia Carlucci will be Assistant Online Editor; Pablo Rodriguez will be working for WEIU-TV; Jordan Boner will be Assistant Photo Editor; Abby Allgire and Harrison Bueno will be reporting for the DEN as well as Minority Today.

Eastern recieves $6 million

The Daily Eastern News, Eastern Illinois University, IL

3 days ago by Pablo Rodriguez/ Campus Editor

Eastern received a figure close to $6 million on July 9, from the state, reducing the university's fiscal year 2010 budget deficit by 12 percent. The money received is a reimbursement from the state and will help avoid a monetary gap predicted for August. Prior to the state's reimbursement, Eastern's Board of Trustees was contemplating borrowing a credit line of $7 million to address the monetary gap.