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Jake Crandall moving analog samples in the lab located in the Physical Sciences building at Eastern Illinois University on Oct 4, 2024.
The geological Avenger on EIU’s campus    
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On-campus enrollment down 7%, administration feeling positive
Construction workers replace the roof on Buzzard Hall at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill.
Construction happening all around EIU
Student senator Megan Fox was appointed to parliamentarian at the student senate meeting on Wednesday in the Tuscola-Arcola Room.
EIU student government swears in new senator
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“The Thinking Game” screening discusses AI
Forward sophomore Abby Reinl scores the second point, making the game 2-1 during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2-1
EIU women’s soccer wins two in a row
Charleston sophomore running back Treylin Couch bobble the ball before securing it and running for his fourth touchdown during the third quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept 13, 2024, in Charleston Illinois.
Charleston prepares for must-win game against Taylorville
Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A
Drone shot over the Panther Trail and various Eastern sports fields.
EIU athletic director responds to House v. NCAA preliminary approval
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
Anderson reflects on Yankees career during 9/11
Freshman right-handed pitcher Slater Wilcox (32) pitches at Coaches Stadium on Sunday for the EIU baseball game.
EIU Baseball’s path through OVC Tournament
Men's Baseball team players stand in the dugout at home against Bellarmine at Coaches Stadium on March 12, 2024. Eastern beat Bellarmine 9-4 Tuesday afternoon.
EIU Baseball honors seniors, win over MSU
Junior Outfield (1) Quade Peters join the team in excitedment after sliding into home base at the game against Bradley
EIU Baseball drops second game against MSU
The baseball team game get suspended due to the weather, the team walked back to the locker room at the game against Bradley University Tuesday
EIU Baseball loses fifth straight game
Matt Bollant yelling at the referee during the women basketball game against UT Martin thursday night in Groniger Arena
Bollant leaves EIU basketball program
Junior guard/forward Kyndall Davis hangs onto the rim in Groniger Arena. The Panthers beat the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 72-57 Thursday evening in Groniger Arena.
Davis, Luers enter transfer portal
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
Senior guard Jordan "Tiger" Booker during the men's 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
Daily Eastern News “Staff Picks”
STAFF PICKS: NBA finals winner
Payton Liggins, sophomore, sports media relations.
COLUMN: What went wrong with EIU football?
Chloe Proffitt
COLUMN: Female athletes are just as capable as male
Patrick Schmitz
COLUMN: Court storming should be a thing of the past
Aidan Cusack
COLUMN: Court storming needs to stay
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
Freshman Joe Stoddard (117) runs at the 2023 EIU Walt Crawford open.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Alex Tetteh
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.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Taris Thornton, a junior forward, attempts to rebound the ball during the during second quarter of the women's basketball game against the Western Illinois University Leathernecks at Groniger Arena on Saturday afternoon. Thornton scored 13 points, had two rebounds and shot 4-6 for field goals. The Panthers won 72-62 against the Leathernecks.
Panthers of the Week: Joe Stoddard, Taris Thornton
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
Panthers of the Week: Macy McGlone, Isai Morales
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
COLUMN: Why you should watch running sports
Charleston sophomore running back Treylin Couch bobble the ball before securing it and running for his fourth touchdown during the third quarter of Charleston’s 45-34 win against Jersey on Sept 13, 2024, in Charleston Illinois.
Charleston prepares for must-win game against Taylorville
Panther football's Pierce Holley (3) prepares to throw the ball at the EIU v. UofI game Thursday.
Panthers hope for first conference win against Tigers
Charleston high senior defensive back Jayden Sikorski and senior defensive end Mason Redfern drag down Mattoon junior quarterback Shayden Neff during the second half of the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien field on October 4th. Charleston lost 20-17.
Charleston loses 42-10 at homecoming
Charleston High Trojan fans getting ready with body paint and posters for the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien Field on October 4. Charleston lost 20-10.
Charleston looks to break losing streak against Mount Zion
Charleston High senior running back Marcellx Boling rushes the ball just short of the endzone during the first half of the Coles County Clash against Mattoon at O’Brien field on October 4. Charleston lost 20-17.
Takeaways from the Coles County Clash
Forward sophomore Abby Reinl scores the second point, making the game 2-1 during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2-1
EIU women’s soccer wins two in a row
Incarnate Word head coach Kiki Lara greeting alumni and others after Incarnate Word beat Eastern 4-1 Thursday afternoon at Lakeside Field.
Former EIU soccer coach returns for first game since departure
Defender Kyle Ward Sophomore about to throw the ball into play during the Eastern Illinois University vs University of Incarnate word, Oct 10, 2024. at Lakeside Field
EIU men’s soccer loses 3-0 to Houston Christian University
EIU women's soccer wins 4-0 on senior night
EIU women’s soccer wins 4-0 on senior night
Freshman Forward Alex Tetteh dribbles the soccerball pass MoreHead St. defenders at Eastern Illinois University Lakeside Field Thursday afternoon.
Panthers of the Week: Alex Tetteh, Abby Reinl
Sophomore infielder, Kendall Grover swings and misses the ball during the Eastern Illinois University softball game against Tennessee State.
Grover, Oslanzi, Archibald win OVC Awards
Freshman pitcher McKenzie Oslanzi throwing a pitch on April Saturday 20, 2024 against Tennessee Tech University.
Panthers of the Week: McKenzie Oslanzi, Joe Stoddard
Senior guard Jordan "Tiger" Booker during the men's 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
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EIU softball loses nine-game winning streak to Tennessee Tech
Through 40 years of coaching: Scott Teeters
Following an investigation, the men's swim team is suspended for the fall semester.
COLUMN: EIU should move on from swim program
The women's swim team lost their first home meet of 2024 149-109 against the University of Southern Indiana.
EIU swim competes for first time in 2024
Jackson Penny, a sophomore individual medley and breaststroke swimmer, jumps from the grab start of the men’s 200 yard medley relay for the breaststroke segment at the swimming meet on Saturday at Padovan Pool. The Panthers won 169-93 against Valparaiso.
EIU Swim competes as whole
Junior pitcher Olivia Price (6), starts her pitch to St. Louis University junior infielder Jocelyn Abbott (20) on Wednesday evening.
Athletes to watch in the winter
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.
Fall 2024 athletes to watch
Junior infielder Danny Infante tags University of Dayton freshman infielder David Mendez during their double header on March 16 and 17 at Coaches Stadium
Panthers of the Week: William Hays, Danny Infante
Tennis ball by the nets at the Darling Courts Wednesday afternoon
EIU men’s tennis gets second straight victory with win against USI
Fifth year senior Max Pilipovic-Kljajic is a computer science major from Brisbane, Australia, practicing his serve and is currently attending Eastern Illinois University
EIU tennis siblings’ journey from Australia
Head Coach Robin Cambier (mens and womens tennis) during pratice on wed Feb 14, 2024, helping players improve skills Macfee on Eastern Illinois University in Charleston Ill ©
EIU tennis coach with varied past: Robin Cambier
Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
EIU volleyball wins first conference game
Freshman outside hitter Destiny Walker waits for a serve from Southern Indiana at Friday's game in Groniger Arena. The Panther's lost 3-0.
Takeaways from EIU volleyball
Freshman outside hitter Destiny Walker waits for a serve from Southern Indiana at Friday's game in Groniger Arena. The Panther's lost 3-0.
Southern Indiana’s runs trample EIU volleyball
Eastern Illinois’ volleyball team huddles up before playing in the fifth set against Southern Indiana Thursday evening in Groniger Arena. The Panthers lost to the Screaming Eagles 3-2.
EIU volleyball loses close match against Southern Indiana
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘Lars and the Real Girl:’ a very, very different type of rom-com
Monica Alifantis, a junior public relations major, does lateral pull downs in the student recreation center in Groniger Arena Sept. 13.
Fitness, followers, family: Monica Alifantis
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘Beast:’ a narratively dull, sporadic film
Ben Boutell belts during the Disney section of Radius' show at the Doudna Fine Arts Center Saturday evening.
Radius and local A cappella groups light up Doudna
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘Flight:’ What can’t Denzel do?
Jason Farias, Sophomore, History education
COLUMN: Future educators: get organized
Gunnar Olson, Senior, Journalism.
COLUMN: Boo! Get off the stage!
EDITORIAL: Ranked choice voting is the way to go
EDITORIAL: Ranked choice voting is the way to go
Cam'ron Hardy, Senior, Journalism
COLUMN: ‘Beast:’ a narratively dull, sporadic film
Luke Brewer, Freshman, Journalism.
COLUMN: ‘Megalopolis:’ the art of insisting upon yourself
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 70: Joker: Folie à Deux and the Horrible, No Good, One Bad Day
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 69: Rebel Ridge: Every Ridge Has A Plateau
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Two Dudes Talk Movies Ep. 68: Whiplash: Aggression vs. Passion
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Panther Playbook Ep.5: Football in a hurricane, The Coles County Clash, EIU teams begin OVC play
The Overton Window: Ep. 6: Under the Radar Races
The Overton Window: Ep. 6: Under the Radar Races
There were 24 finishers in the 50-mile race at the Tour De Charleston Saturday. First place finished the race in 2:10:16.22.
THROUGH THE LENS: Tour De Charleston
The Camp New Hope had a small Mattoon train that took people around the camp sight seeing during the Camp New Hope 50th anniversary.
THROUGH THE LENS: Camp New Hope celebrates 50th anniversary
Students start to cook the beans and corn for meatless tacos during a healthy cooking class.
THROUGH THE LENS: Something’s cooking in Klehm Hall
Students were given glow sticks at the Glow Foam Party in South Quad on Saturday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Glow Foam Party lights up South Quad
Wednesday mornings, Bob Bennett and Mike Clayton pick the tomatoes they want to take home on at the Charleston farmer's market Wednesday.
THROUGH THE LENS: Fresh produce at the Charleston Farmer’s Market
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Goal Keeper Sophomore Ella Kratochvil, in the beginning of the game jumps up to bump team mate during the introduction of the game during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles

Defender Junior Kya Treij, walks to the side lines to throw the ball during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Midfelder, senior Avery Richardson stands still during a break in the game for a green carding during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illionis University campus, Charelston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Freshman Midfielder Ella Dwyer, misses the ball but get its back during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Forward sophomore Alex Tetteh, kicks the ball out of the field during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Forward Senior Carys Grieven, kicks the ball to another player during the second half of the game during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Forward sophomore Abby Reinl scores the second point, making the game 2-1 during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2-1

[Photo] EIU women's soccer wins two in a row

October 17, 2024
Defender Junior Kya Treij, throws the ball back into play from the side line during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Forward sophomore Alex Tetteh, gets over taken by the other team during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Midfielder Freshman Ella Dwyer kicks to the goal but the ball get caught by the goalie during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on theEastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Junior Midfielder Ella Onstott gets the ball but loses it during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Junior midfielder Ella Onstott, gets the ball and kicks it down field during the Eastern Illinois University Panther game vs Tennessee Teach Golden Eagles at Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. EIU won 2:1

Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

[Photo] Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A

October 16, 2024
Junior outside hitter Matilda Dahlström, supports the volleyball team from the sideline during the matchup between Eastern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

[Photo] Junior outside hitter talks about support system in Sweden in Q&A

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
October 16, 2024
Sophomore Middle blocker Julia Stanev sits on the side lines looking stressed with her hands to her head, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville

Sophomore Middle blocker Julia Stanev spikes the ball over the net, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville

The EIU volleyball team cheers during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024. at Groniger Arena

Junior setter Catalina Rochaix, Plays her first match back for unknown reasons and now is back in play with Eastern Illinois University after a month off, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday

Senior Outside Hitter Kaitlyn Flynn, tapes the ball over the net during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024. at Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus.

Senior outside hitter Kaitlyn Flynn taps the ball over the net during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville.

Junior outside hitter Lilli Amettis spikes the ball over the next winning another point for Eastern Illinois University, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday

Junior Outside hitter Lilli Amettis spikes the ball over the next winning another point for Eastern Illionis University, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday

Middle blocker Graduate student Ireland Hieb Ready for the next block during the second set at the Eastern Illinois University game against Southern Illinois University

The volleyball team with a smile on their face ready for the next play, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15.

Head Volleyball Coach Cheers with the Volleyball team with a smile on her face ready for the next play, during the Eastern Illinois University against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024. at Groniger Arena on the Eastern Illinois University campus.

Middle blocker Graduate student Ireland Hieb cheers with her team when they scored during the second set at the Eastern Illinois University game against Southern Illinois University Evansville, on Tuesday Oct 15. 2024.

Shelbyville held their Ballonfest at the town's airport on Saturday, Oct 12, 2024. People came to watch the all burn where the Pilots light up their burners continuall for a period of time, kids danced along with music

Shelbyville held their Balloonfest at Shelbyville's airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Shelbyville fire department take down the American flag at the end of the event.

Shelbyville held their Ballonfest at Shelbyville's airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. People came to watch the balloon pilots light up their burners. They shut down a strip of the airport's runway for the balloons to have room and to keep everyone safe from the fire.

Shelbyville held their Ballonfest at Shelbyville's airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Fans came for food in the airport hangers while they shut down a strip of the runway.

Shelbyville held their annual Balloonfest at the Shelbyville airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Pilots of the hot air balloons lit up their balloons on the ground and due to wind they did not have the balloons attached.

Shelbyville held their annual Balloonfest at the Shelbyville airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Pilots of the hot air balloons lit up their balloons on the ground and due to wind they did not have the balloons attached.

Shelbyville held their annual ballonfest at the shelbyville airport on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Fans came for food and venues in the airport hangers while they shut down a strip off the runway.

Defender Kyle Ward Sophomore about to throw the ball into play during the Eastern Illinois University vs University of Incarnate word, Oct 10, 2024. at Lakeside Field

[Photo] EIU men’s soccer loses 3-0 to Houston Christian University

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
October 13, 2024
Defender Kyle Ward Sophomore get the ball into play during the Eastern Illinois University vs University of Incarnate word, Oct 10, 2024. at Lakeside Field

[Photo] Eastern loses 4-1 to Incarnate Word

October 10, 2024
Number 11 Adam Boykin a forward freshman for Eastern Illinois University keeps the ball away from Middle field 21 Timothy Ospina player for University of Incarnate word, at the Lakeside Field on the Eastern Illinois University campus,

Defender Kyle Ward Sophomore about to throw the ball into play during the Eastern Illinois University vs University of Incarnate word, Oct 10, 2024. at Lakeside Field

Freshman Forward Sabastian Khoury takes the ball from University of Incarnate Word vs Eastern Illinois University mens soccer game, on Oct 10, 2024. at the Lakeside Field

Students gather for during the homecoming week event Western Craft Night in the University Ballroom in the Marin Luther King Jr Union, too decorate hats, enjoy music and to stuff a stuffed cow, on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Charleston Ill. Tuesday night Oct. 1,2024.

Freshman, biology major Winter Johnson decorates their cowboy hat during the homecoming week event Western Craft Night in the University Ballroom in the Marin Luther King Jr Union

Eastern Illinois University Grand Ballroom during the crowning of the homecoming queen and king in the Martin Luther King Jr Union, in Charleston Ill., Monday Sept. 30, 2024.

The official crowned homecoming court for 2024 in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr. Union on the Eastern Illinois University Union, Charleston Ill. Monday night Sept 30,2024.

Senior human services major Ashley Mickens is crowned homecoming queen during the coronation during homecoming week in the Grand Ballroom of the Martin Luther King Jr union on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Monday night sept 30,2024. in Charleston Ill.

[Photo] Homecoming court crowned for 2024

October 2, 2024
Sophomore business education major Taylor Bueker gets crowned homecoming princess in the Grand Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr. Union

Senior environmental biological major, Kevin Sinram, reacts to hearing for the first time that he won the title of homecoming kin during the coronation in the Grand Ballroom in the Martin Luther King Jr. Union.

Braden Closson plays mini golf at Camp New Hope during Camp New Hopes 50th Anniversary celebration.

Camp New Hope is a log cabin Neoga dedicated to special needs individuals ages 8 and above.

Camp New Hope is a campsite open year-round for special needs individuals. Kids and families play in the bounce houses, play connect four and make other crafts at the 50th anniversary celebration.

Train Conductor Lynn Farmer is a employee of Camp New Hope who said he loves to see the kids smile on the train ride around the camp grounds.

Little Miss Neoga Lucy Hoem (right) and Miss Pre-Teen Jacquelyn Wernsing attend the Camp Hope 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Vendors sell colorful crochet animals at the Camp New Hope 50th anniversary celebration.

Four-year-old Jackson waves as the Camp Hope train passes by with his sister 6-year-old Charolette during the Camp New Hope 50th Anniversary Celebration at Camp New Hope.

Junior history major Dylan Meek announces the winners of Neighborhood Week, held by RHA, on the Campus Pond Thursday evening.

Stevenson Hall won the Boat race at the Campus Pond during Neighborhood Week. Students of Stevenson celebrated by cheering and chanting "Stevo."

At Campus Pond there was students from each resident hall participating in the carboard boat race, each hall designed a cardboard boat with the theme "game-on" several groups lined up by the pond before pushing each boat in, on the Eastern Illinois University Campus Charleston Ill, On Sept. 26, 2024.

Resident hall association holds the neighborhood week, each Hall that raised money won a paddle. These paddles will hang inside the resident hall to show the achievements that they did during the week, Awards were handed out during the Boad race at the Campus Pond, Thursday Evening on the Eastern Illinois University Campus Charleston Ill. Sept. 26, 2024.

During Neighborhood Week, each residence hall that raised money won a paddle. These paddles will hang inside the resident hall to show the achievements that they did during the week.

Junior history education major John Petrovich raises his hand to the team on the other side of Campus Pond to tell them to come to the other side, during the neighborhood week Boat race

Students participate in Neighborhood Week, with cardboard boat racing, each group representing a different hall. Taylor Hall's boat won first in the design competition.

Representing Andrews Hall was freshman Hailey Gidney, an early childhood education major. This was her first year in the boat racing against other resident halls. She said, "The water was not too cold, it was exciting to be a part of the race."

The resident hall association starts the cardboard boat race with all the halls of campus during Neighborhood Week at the Campus Pond.

Head Football Coach, Chris Wilkerson waits with the football team to run on the hancock field before the Illinois State University, vs Eastern Illinois University

[Photo] Lindenwood upsets Eastern football in comeback victory

September 28, 2024
Illinois State University catches the ball and gets a touch down the Eastern Illinois University vs Illinois State University

Graduate quarterback Pierce Holley throws the ball forward during football practice at O'Brien Field Wednesday afternoon.

Redshirt Junior Defensive line Jamari Johnson walks off the field after a lost during the Eastern Illinois University vs Illinois State University

Sophomore Punter Jacob Horvath gets taken down while trying to catch the ball mid air, during the Eastern Illinois University vs Illinois State University in Normal Ill

[Photo] EIU football starts conference play against two worthy opponents

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 24, 2024
Runner Back MJ Flowers during the Eastern Illinois University vs Illinois State University in Normal Ill, Sept. 21,2024 at Hancock Stadium, Panthers Lost 31-7.

Quarterback Pierce Holley gets tackled during the Eastern Illinois University vs Illinois State University in Normal Ill, Sept. 21,2024 at Hancock Stadium, Panthers Lost 31-7.

[Photo] Turnover margin gets the best of the Panthers in Mid-America Classic

September 22, 2024
Klehm Hall room 2309 food lab room is full of stoves, pans and mixers for students. The healthy cooking class was put on to teach students how to make meals on a budget that are healthy and fit for making in the dorms.

Participants made meatless tacos in under an hour at the healthy cooking class Monday.

Students used ingredients like black beans, shredded lettuce, tomatoes and more for meatless tacos on Monday for healthy cooking class. Jazmin Lopez, the graduate assistant running the event, said any leftover ingredients would be given to the Panther Food Pantry.

David Motton, a senior health science major, cuts yellow peppers to make meatless tacos during the healthy cooking class in Klehm Hall on the Eastern Illinois University campus, Sept. 16, 2024. Motton says this is an opportunity for students because "they can expand their horizon, diversity and I like tacos and to learn about culture."

David Motton, a senior health science major, gets ready to make the meatless tacos during the healthy cooking class. Students at the event said cooking at home is cheaper than eating out all the time.

Students made bowls of the high protein street corn, made of corn, laughing cow cheese and fajita seasoning, alongside their meatless tacos.

Gabe Newman, Sophomore, Journalism

Gabe Newman, Sophomore, Journalism

Offensive Line sophomore, (77) Sandro Malicevic picks up wide receiver senior Cooper Willman after a touch down in the end zone, at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamore, at O'Brien Field. Saturday night. Panthers won 27-20.

[Photo] Panthers of the Week: Kaitlyn Flynn, Cooper Willman

September 8, 2024
The Pink Panthers perform on the field, during the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamores at O'Brien Field on Saturday Sept 7, 2024. Panthers won 27-20.

Quarterback, Graduate student Pierce Holley, Throw with 0:50 second left on the board before half time during the Panthers Vs Sycamore Indian at the O'Brain Stadium, on the Eastern Illinois Campus Saturday sept 7,2024. Charleston Ill half time score 14-13

Redshirt freshman running back MJ Flowers (20) walks off the field at the end of the game after scoring four touchdowns which helped the panthers win over Tennessee State Tigers saturday afternoon.

[Photo] What happened at EIU’s homecoming game?

Aidan Cusack, Multimedia editor
October 5, 2024
Defensive line, senior, Nicholas Oliverira-Chace does his celebration dance, during the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamores at O'Brien Field on Saturday . Panthers won 27-20.

The Eastern Illinois panthers won against Indiana State Sycamores 27-20, The stand were full of fans cheering on the panthers, at O'Brien Field

Wide receiver, senior, Cooper Willman catches the ball during the third quarter before getting push out of bounds at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamores, at the O'Brien Field on Saturday night

[Photo] EIU football records three interceptions, wins home opener

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 7, 2024
Offensive Line sophomore, (77) Sandro Malicevic picks up wide receiver senior Cooper Willman after a touch down in the end zone, at the Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Indiana State Sycamore, at O'Brien Field. Saturday night. Panthers won 27-20.

[Photo] Panthers of the Week: Kaitlyn Flynn, Cooper Willman

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor
September 8, 2024
Senior, goalkeeper Chad Smith, Kicks the ball out of the goal during the Eastern Illinois University Vs University of Chicago game Thursday

[Photo] Goalkeeper talks about game-winning penalty save in Q&A

Gabe Newman, Sports Reporter
September 16, 2024
Lumpkin College of Business and Technology holds the Dunkin' the dean on South Quad, to raise money for EIU campus food pantry.

Dean and Professor of Lumpkin College of Business and Technology Dr. Austin Cheney gets dunked

The football team is practices for their home opener on Saturday.

[Photo] Eastern prepares for home opener against Indiana State

September 5, 2024
Junior quarterback Joey Sprinkle, practices his throw during the football practice Wednesday.

Junior quarterback Joey Sprinkle, practices his throw during the football practice Wednesday.

Senior, goalkeeper Chad Smith, leaps into the air to catch the ball before it goes into the net, Thursday night

Freshman, Defender Sebastian Piatkiewicz, Jumps on the team after getting their first goal of the game against University of Chicago

Redshirt sophomore running back MJ Flowers about to get tackled during the season opener game at the Memorial Stadium in Champaign Ill, Thursday, August 30, 2024.

Redshirt Senior Mark Aitken walking off the field after the Eastern Illinois university vs The University of Illini Football, at the Memorial Stadium in Champaign Ill, August 30, 2024. EIU lost 45-0

Fireworks launch at the EIU against UofI game Thursday evening at the Memorial Stadium in Champaign Ill, August 30, 2024. EIU lost 45-0

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