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Panther Pursuit Scavenger Hunt

Get ready for the ultimate Homecoming adventure with the Panther Pursuit Scavenger Hunt! This isn't just any scavenger hunt — it's a fun and interactive challenge that brings together EIU alumni and students for a celebration like no other!

Here's the deal: you'll get a list of local hotspots, from favorite restaurants to must-see landmarks. Your mission? Visit as many of these places as possible, snap a creative photo at each spot, and show off your Panther pride!

To join in, just post your photos on social media with the hashtag #PantherPursuit, #EIU and either #EIUAlum, #EIUStaff or #EIUStudent. Each post counts as an entry for some amazing prizes – we've got exclusive goodies for alumni, staff and students. Plus, it’s the perfect way to make new memories or relive the best ones.

So, round up your friends, grab your cameras, and hit the town! Let's show everyone what it means to be a proud Panther and make this Homecoming unforgettable!

Locations

  1. Old Main 

  1. EIU Bookstore  

  1. Booth Library 

  1. EIU Homecoming football game  (students get in free with Panther Card)  

  1. Tent City Tailgate  

  1. Panther Statue in the Alumni Commemorative Courtyard  

  2. EIU Campus Food Pantry

  1. EIU Mural at the Triad   

  1. Doudna Performing Arts Center lobby 

  1. Your Favorite EIU residence hall  

  1. Attend the EIU Volleyball game (free admission)   

  1. Campus Pond  

  1. EIU Homecoming parade  

  1. Lake Charleston   

  1. Charleston Chamber of Commerce  501 Jackson Ave 

  1. Coles County Courthouse steps 651 Jackson Ave 

  1. Linder Sports Complex  2924 Community Dr  

  1. Paglia’s Pizza 1600 Lincoln Ave  

  1. Monical’s Pizza 909 18th St  

  1. Jimmy John’s 315 Lincoln Ave  

  1. Dirty’s Bar & Grill  706 Lincoln Ave  

  1. Jackson Ave Coffee  708 Jackson Ave 

  1. Ike’s  459 Lincoln Ave EIU Alumni Owned  

  1. Roc’s Blackfront Tavern and Grill 410 6th St  (EIU Alumni owned)  

  1. WB’s Pub-N-Grub (formerly Whats’ Cookin’) 409 7th St  

  2. Panther outside Marty’s 1666 4th St  (EIU Alumni owned) 

For bonus points, check out some of the newest business that have come to town:

  1. Dunkin’ Donuts 250 Lincoln Ave  

  1. Sonic  107 W Lincoln  

  1. Warren James Winery   5600 Lerna Rd, Mattoon (EIU Alumni owned)  

  1. Jersey Mikes  200 W Lincoln Ave (EIU Alumni owned)

  2. Insomnia Cookies 315 Lincoln Ave  

 

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