Bring your main character energy and enter the Cosplay Costume Contest during EIU Comic Fest on Saturday, September 27 at Booth Library.

-Open to everyone ages 14+
-10 categories to win prizes
-Sign up now at https://thekeep.eiu.edu/eiu_comic_fest/registration.html

Booth Library will host its Fall Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 17 outside the south entrance of the library.

A large selection of books in all subject areas and hundreds of paperback fiction titles will be available for purchase. No patrons will be allowed to browse or purchase items prior to the 9 a.m. start time. Paperbacks are $1, and Hardbacks are $2.

All items have been donated by the campus and local communities. The proceeds from the sale are used to enhance library programs and services.

In case of inclement weather, the sale will be postponed or moved inside. For the latest information, check the library website, www.library.eiu.edu, or find Booth Library on Facebook or Instagram.

The English and History Departments will host historian Stacy Lynn at Booth Library for an author talk and reading of Loving Lincoln, recently published by the University of Illinois Press. Booth Library invites the EIU campus and greater community to join us on Wednesday, September 17, at 6 p.m. in the library’s West Reading Room for light refreshments.

Lynn is the author of three books on Abraham Lincoln, including, most recently, Loving Lincoln: A Personal History of the Women Who Shaped Lincoln’s Life and Legacy. Loving Lincoln is a collection of stories about the women who shaped Lincoln’s life, as well as those who were influenced by him, including Stacy Lynn herself. This book is a blend of historical and personal memoirs, uplifting Lincoln’s friendships with and love for women.

Lynn attended the University of Illinois, where she earned her Ph.D. in American History in 2007. For twenty years, she was an associate editor at the Papers of Abraham Lincoln from 1996 to 2016, and she now works on the Jane Addams Papers Project. Along with living in the Charleston community, Lynn is a member of the Past Forward Memoir Writers group at EIU.

Lynn will be speaking about her personal connection with studying Abraham Lincoln as well as her expertise as a historian and writer. More of her publications will be on display during the event.

Don't stop stressing! Stress is a part of our everyday lives. Come learn skills and strategies to help you manage your stress levels. We'll chat about time management, self-care, mindfulness, and much more! We'll be in the MLK Jr. Student Union's Effingham room (3rd floor) starting at 5:30!

Don't stop stressing! Stress is a part of our everyday lives. Come learn skills and strategies to help you manage your stress levels. We'll chat about time management, self-care, mindfulness, and much more! We'll be in the McKinney Hall Lobby starting at 5:30!

September 8 through 12 is Student Success Week at EIU! Look for our team throughout campus engaging with students, faculty, and staff on the programs and possibilities in the Student Success Center!

Our Fall 2025 Open House is on Thursday Septermber 11, 2025 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.  Join us for prizes, activities, snacks, a chance to meet Billy the Panther, and more!

This presentation focuses on sleep habits including tips and tricks for a good night's rest. Meet us in the MLK Jr Union's Martinsville Room (3rd floor) from 4-5 PM on 9/10!

Healthy Cooking 101 #1: Taste the Pasta-bilities

This event will center on the health benefits of the included ingredients and how important fiber is in our diet. This presentation is in partnership with the Botany Club as they will be providing some of the ingredients. Foods that will be cooked include Pesto Pasta Salad and Balsamic Bruschetta. 

Additional notes: parmesan cheese will be used for the balsamic bruschetta

                   Date                                                 Time                                                          Location      

                9/10/2025                                            5:30                                                     Klehm Hall 2309                             

Sign up form: https://www.eiu.edu/herc/machform/view.php?id=108867

Join HERC staff to bring awareness to the topic of suicide and destigmatize the conversation around the topic. Learn more about how to prevent suicide and training that you can take to help those struggling. We will be at the Coleman Hall Overhang (weather pending)

This interactive presentation educates students on condom use and other healthy sexual behaviors. Those who attend become rubber lovers and can obtain a free sex packet! Join us on 9/9 from 4-5 pm in the MLK Jr Union's Charleston/Mattoon room (3rd floor)

Join HERC staff as we cover all things sexual health. During this particular tabling event, we'll be talking about condom useage and our upcoming "Rubber Lovers" event! On 9/8, we will be tabling from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Taylor Hall Breezeway.

Please visit our website at eiuparking.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal and select "Get Permits" to purchase a permit. Permits may be ordered beginning July 21, 2025.

Fall or yearly are available online. Please note yearly permits are only offered in the fall semester.  Yearly permits include Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.

Students who plan to bring a vehicle and park on campus during parking enforcement will be required to display a valid parking permit. Students who live on campus, (including all Residential Halls, Greek Court, University Apartments, University Court) will need a valid parking permit displayed in/on their vehicle.

Delivery 

• All faculty/staff permits will be mailed to the campus departments. The annual 2024-2025 faculty/staff hang tag permits will remain valid until 8/31/2025.

• Student decal permits ordered now through August 10th will be mailed to the student's permanent address via USPS (s/h fee $3). Student permits ordered August 11th and after will be mailed to the student's local mailing address. This mailing address is for the current semester and the address where students are living while attending classes. If students are not living in campus housing, they should provide/update their student mailing address in PAWS. The mailing label is created via PAWS "Personal Information" tab "Update Addresses and Phones"

From Mya Harbison | Audience Development Manager

Dear EIU Faculty and Staff,

The Tarble is excited to share a new benefit exclusively for you! We are now offering a 20% discount on all membership tiers for EIU faculty and staff. Whether you're renewing or joining for the first time, this is a great opportunity to support the arts on campus and enjoy the benefits of membership at a reduced rate. Here's how!

• Join or renew online here: go.eiu.edu/jointarble
• Navigate through the membership field and continue to your cart
• Select your payment method
• On the last page before checkout, use discount code: STAFF25

To explore the different membership levels and their benefits, please visit: go.eiu.edu/tarblemembership. Thank you for being a valued part of the EIU community. We look forward to welcoming you (or welcoming you back!) to the Tarble.

Warm regards,

Tarble Arts Center

From EIU Fraternity & Sorority Life:

We are writing to share news of the 2024-2025 Fraternity Awards. As you may recall from the announcements at Grand Chapter or have seen this month on social media, the chapter has been recognized for its performance in the most recent academic year. Awards were selected based on review of Pursuit of Excellence Program self-assessments, award applications, chapter records for the 2024-2025 year, and academic data for the 2024 calendar year (as most campuses do not release spring grade data by the time of award selection, all academic awards are based on the prior calendar year – spring and fall 2024 terms for this year).

Sigma Nu - Lambda Gamma Chapter has been recognized with the 2024-25 Regent's Award for Manpower Excellence (#1 or Top 15% in IFC manpower) - Spring & Fall 24 -- congratulations to you, the chapter, and the alumni on your achievement!

Award winners were featured through our social media feeds over the past few weeks and also will be featured in upcoming publications:

• The Gavel – awards highlighted in the August issue.
• The Delta – award-winner feature is anticipated in the Fall 2025 issue.

Congratulations again to the Sigma Nu - Lambda Gamma Chapter on these achievements. We know you will accept the challenge of building on this foundation and reaching even higher levels of success this academic year.

Visit the link for the award announcement: https://www.sigmanu.org/awards

Join us to talk about sleep habits including tips and tricks for a good night's rest. We'll be in the MLK Student Union outside the food court on 9/8 and 9/10 from 11 AM to Noon!

The deadline has been extended! Please submit your nominations for EIU Honorary Degrees.

As outlined in IGP #52 [https://www.eiu.edu/auditing/igp/52], nominations for honorary degrees are welcome and should be submitted in writing with appropriate supporting materials via an email to cmhutchison@eiu.edu. The criteria for nomination and selection requires nominees/recipients to “…have achieved a record of major distinction at the state or national level in such areas as education, public service, research, humanities, business, or the professions. In exceptional circumstances, honorary degrees may be awarded to persons who, though they have not achieved national or statewide recognition, have made an especially outstanding and significant contribution to the University or higher education.” The deadline for email submission is now Monday, September 8.

For more information, visit the IGP or email Cindy Hutchison at cmhutchison@eiu.edu. 

Put some FUN in your Monday! The Faculty/Staff Bowling League is forming teams and the first night of games is the Monday after Labor Day (September 8)! Bowling will begin at 6:30 p.m. Practice/warm up begins at 6:15 p.m. Beginners and experienced bowlers are welcome! This is a just-for-fun league with 100% handicap. You can come alone or bring a 4-person team as we have some teams that need an additional member. Cost is $8 per night. Bowling ball and shoes are available at the EIU Bowling Lanes located on the lower level of the MLK Jr. University Union (below the Food Court). For questions, contact Doug Brandt (debrandt@eiu.edu) or Arlene Brown (aebrown@eiu.edu), 217-581-6062.

The University is currently seeking faculty and staff to serve as Advisors and/or Hearing Panel Members in cases involving sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and Title IX procedures.

• Advisors support students or employees as they navigate the formal process, offering non-biased, trauma-informed guidance.

• Hearing Panel Members serve as decision-makers during formal hearings, evaluating evidence and determining outcomes.

Ideal candidates are analytical, fair, supportive, and able to maintain strict confidentiality. This is a limited time commitment, and involvement is based on the frequency of cases and the University’s need. Comprehensive training will be provided—no prior experience is necessary.

Join a community of colleagues working to ensure a fair, respectful, and safe environment for all.

To learn more or express interest, contact Dr. Shawn D. Peoples, Director of the Office of Civil Rights/ Title IX Coordinator, at sdpeoples@eiu.edu or 217-581-5020. 

Did you know you can update your own EIU online profile and directory information?

Each University employee has access to a personal profile editor that makes it easy to keep your information current. Simply visit the profile editor directly, or click the “Update Your Profile” button located in the lower left-hand corner of your profile page. After logging in with your EIU credentials, you’ll be able to edit a wide range of content - from your biography and office hours to languages spoken and photo.

These updates help students and colleagues get to know you better and ensure your profile reflects your current role and contact information.

Note: Certain fields (including phone number, building, office location and department) are managed through Banner. If you need to update any of those, you’ll be directed to a form that will be reviewed and processed by Human Resources.

All EIU students and employees have free access to the complete Adobe Creative Cloud. 

There will no longer be a need for students and employees to buy Adobe software for personal use on their computers.  Adobe Creative Cloud provides apps, web services, and resources for all your creative projects — photography, graphic design, video editing, UX design, drawing and painting, social media, and more. Click here to view all apps. 

If you have questions, check out the FAQ section below.

How can I get access to the Adobe Creative Suite? 

Students:

1. Visit myapplications.microsoft.com and login with your EIU credentials.

2. In the upper right hand corner select "Add apps" then "Request new apps".

3. Under suggested apps select "Adobe Student Access" then "Add".

4. Access may take up to 1 hour to be granted. You will receive an email telling you when you have access.

Employees:

All EIU employees will have access by default (creativecloud.adobe.com) and will not require an additional request. 

Are all EIU students eligible? 

All students, with the exception of dual credit students, are eligible.

Why did EIU make this investment? 

Through a partnership with all Illinois public higher education institutions EIU has secured the Creative Cloud at a significantly reduced cost. This has resulted in substantial savings for EIU students while also expanding access to the software for the entire student community.

How long will students have access to Adobe Creative Cloud? 

Eligible students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud through June 30, 2026.

Are there any restrictions on the use of Adobe Creative Cloud or where I can use it?

No restrictions as long as the student/employee maintains eligibility.

Faculty question: If I want to incorporate this into my course instruction, how do I learn more about its capabilities? 

EIU is working directly with Adobe and the FDIC to provide workshops on instructional use cases. In the short term you can learn more by visiting the Adobe website.

EIU Marketing & Communications is excited to share our students’ college success through Merit Pages, a platform that highlights student achievements and allows us to tell our student's stories.

These stories include:

• Dean’s list inclusion
• Scholarships
• Presenting research/academic work
• Winning awards
• Internships
• Volunteering
• RSO & club involvement
• Work experience
• Other recognition & accomplishments

EIU's Merit Pages helps showcase student accomplishments from admission through graduation and creates an online presence that will set students apart as they enter the workforce. This makes it easier for employers, graduate schools and internship coordinators to discover and recognize student success. In partnership with EIU Marketing & Communications, Merit Pages also turns student accomplishments into personalized stories.

To learn more and suggest a Merit Page update, visit the Marketing & Communications Merit Page info site.

EIU offers several internal grant opportunities, including:

The Academic Program Innovation Grant (API) supports projects designed to foster new curriculum innovations and enhance the academic reputation of the University. Applicants must hold status as a full-time EIU faculty member (either Unit A or Unit B). Department chairs are eligible to apply. Applications are due by noon, Friday, September 12, 2025. The API application, program details and application submission instructions can be found at the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) API Website.

The EIU Student Impact Grant for Faculty Mentors supports faculty who engage in high impact student practices. Student Impact Grants must be used to support both students and faculty members. Full time faculty (Unit A or B) who will be interacting with or mentoring at least one undergraduate or graduate student during the academic year are eligible. The submission deadline is noon, Monday, October 6, 2025. Program details, including application submission instructions can be found at the ORSP Student Impact Grant Website.

The Early Career Grant (ECG) program supports projects with potential to lead to significant external funding. All University personnel within their first six years of employment by EIU are eligible to submit ECG proposals. Eligible projects include—but are not limited to—research, creative activity, and innovation in academic programs. The submission deadline is noon, Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Program details, including application submission instructions can be found at the ORSP Early Career Grant Website.

Student Insurance provides the student worldwide protection, 24 hours a day. The Plan has a $100 deductible per diagnosis and pays up to 70% of eligible expenses for physician and hospital expenses, lab and x-ray, surgery, ambulance transport, physical therapy, maternity expenses, mental health, and substance abuse issues. The Student Insurance plan covers prescriptions prescribed by SBL-EIU Student Medical Clinic Providers that are provided by Prairie Medical Pharmacy.                                        

Unlike an HMO or PPO, the Plan does not have a network, giving students a choice in their care and provides coverage for treatment the student receives while they are at home, at school, and wherever they may travel. When you have other insurance, the Plan coordinates with the primary carrier. Student Insurance is an economical way to reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses when family health plans do not cover 100% of medical costs because of deductibles, co-payment amounts, limitations on specific benefits, and out-of-network penalties. The Student Insurance Plan complements the family health plan. Most students find it beneficial to carry both, particularly if the family plan has a deductible and/or coinsurance.

You can find more information about the Plan at www.eiu.edu/studentinsurance or by contacting our office at 217-581-5290. There are 2 short videos on the website that do a nice job of explaining all about the Plan.

The Fall 2025 Student Insurance fee will be automatically assessed to students enrolled in an on-campus program taking 9 or more hours; graduate assistants under contract to the University; and international students enrolled in an on-campus program taking 3 or more hours.

Students wishing to waive the Student Insurance Plan must complete the Waiver Form available under the “My Health” tab in the students PAWS account. Student athletes and members of the Cheer Team are not allowed to waive the Student insurance. The deadline to waive coverage for the Fall 2025 semester is September 08, 2025.

Student Insurance provides the student worldwide protection 24 hours a day.  The Plan has a $100 deductible per diagnosis and pays up to 70% of eligible expenses for physician and hospital expenses, lab and x-ray, surgery, ambulance transport, physical therapy, maternity expenses, mental health, and substance abuse issues. The Student Insurance plan covers prescriptions prescribed by SBL-EIU Student Medical Clinic Providers that are provided by Prairie Medical Pharmacy.

Unlike an HMO or PPO, the Plan does not have a network, giving students a choice in their care and provides coverage for treatment the student receives while they are at home, at school, and wherever they may travel. 

Student Insurance is an economical way to reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses when family health plans do not cover 100% of medical costs because of deductibles, co-payment amounts, limitations on specific benefits, and out-of network penalties.  The Student Insurance Plan complements the family health plan.  Most students find it beneficial to carry both, particularly if the family plan has a deductible and/or coinsurance.

You can find more information about the Plan at www.eiu.edu/studentinsurance or by contacting our office at 217-581-5290. There are 2 short videos on the website that do a nice job of explaining all about the Plan.

Fall 2025 semester students enrolled in 5 or more hours (any program format), are eligible for coverage. Please note, students enrolled in an on-campus program taking 9 or more hours are automatically billed for coverage.

Students wishing to enroll in the Student Insurance Plan must complete the Enrollment Form, available under the “My Health” tab in the students PAWS account. The deadline to enroll in the Plan is September 08, 2025. The cost of the coverage is $120.00.