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Governor Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, welcomed Governor JB Pritzker to SIUE's campus for the momentous groundbreaking ceremony of SIUE's new health science complex, the future home of SIUE's School of Pharmacy and School of Nursing.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, welcomed Governor JB Pritzker to SIUE's campus for the momentous groundbreaking ceremony of SIUE's new health science complex, the future home of SIUE's School of Pharmacy and School of Nursing.
  • "We are thankful to Governor Pritzker for this investment in SIUE," said Minor.
  • "With today's groundbreaking at SIUE, we usher in a new era for Southern Illinois and its world class University – with greater access to quality education and first-rate healthcare," said Pritzker.
  • Construction is set to be completed by summer 2025.
    siue.edu [Southern Illinois University Edwardsville] provides students with a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater.

Illinois American Water and American Water Charitable Foundation Announce $50,000 in STEM Education Grants during Engineering Week

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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The American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) and Illinois American Water are celebrating Engineering Week by announcing $50,000 in grants to Illinois programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education.

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  • The American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF) and Illinois American Water are celebrating Engineering Week by announcing $50,000 in grants to Illinois programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education.
  • AWCF is partnering with Illinois American Water to provide three Illinois organizations with STEM Education grants.
  • “The American Water Charitable Foundation is pleased to partner with eligible nonprofit organizations across Illinois American Water focused on youth development and educational programming,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation.
  • Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.

SIUE Awarded $1.5M for Watershed Scholars Graduate Program

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Thursday, March 10, 2022
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Participating graduate students will receive a tuition waiver and a $10,000 scholarship for each of the two years of their master's program.

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  • Participating graduate students will receive a tuition waiver and a $10,000 scholarship for each of the two years of their master's program.
  • Over the project's six-year duration, 45 scholarships will be funded for students pursuing graduate degrees in environmental sciences, civil engineering, biology or chemistry.
  • "The Watershed Scholars Program will develop scholars whose research will contribute to the scientific understanding of sustainable watersheds using a variety of interdisciplinary approaches and cross-cutting skills frequently sought by local and regional employers," said Martinez.
  • To learn more about the S-STEM Watershed Scholars Program and to apply, visit SIUESTEMCenter.org/s-stem-watershed-scholars-program .

American Water Charitable Foundation Provides Support to Tornado Disaster Relief Efforts in Kentucky and Illinois

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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These grants include the American Red Cross in Kentucky and the Edwardsville Community Foundation Relief Fund.

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  • These grants include the American Red Cross in Kentucky and the Edwardsville Community Foundation Relief Fund.
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation is pleased to join the many others who have contributed their time and resources to support the hundreds of thousands of people impacted by these devastating storms, said Carrie Williams, president, American Water Charitable Foundation.
  • The American Water Charitable Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a formal way to demonstrate the companys ongoing commitment to being a good neighbor, citizen, and contributor to the communities where American Water and its employees live, work and operate.
  • American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing.

Rosalind Franklin University Awarded $2 Million in State Wet Lab Capital Funds

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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The grant is part of the state's Wet Lab Capital program, which leverages Rebuild Illinois dollars to fund advancements in research and medicine, according to DCEO officials.

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  • The grant is part of the state's Wet Lab Capital program, which leverages Rebuild Illinois dollars to fund advancements in research and medicine, according to DCEO officials.
  • "This funding will allow us to develop and open state-of-the art wet lab space for collaboration with industry partners," Dr. Kaplan added.
  • RFU President and CEO Wendy Rheault, PT, PhD, FASAHP, FNAP, DipACLM, said the funds paired with $2 million from RFU will help the university accelerate recruitment from among many life-science companies seeking move-in ready space.
  • The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA.

SIUE Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program Secures $249K IMLS Grant

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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SIUE's Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program has received $249,999 in funding as part of the Institute for Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) $22.7 million investment in U.S. library initiatives .

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  • SIUE's Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program has received $249,999 in funding as part of the Institute for Museum and Library Services' (IMLS) $22.7 million investment in U.S. library initiatives .
  • In collaboration with East St. Louis Senior High School, the Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program is a two-year project that will develop a career training program that introduces 10 high school seniors to careers in librarianship.
  • This project will disseminate a toolkit for libraries and cultural institutions to support the recruitment, training and retention of diverse librarians.
  • The Diverse Librarianship Career Training and Education Program is among 39 projects, totaling $10,465,420, awarded in The Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program.

TorHoerman Law Attorney Chad Finley Appointed to Leadership Position in Paraquat MDL

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Chad Finley of TorHoerman Law has been appointed to the Plaintiff's Executive Committee (PEC) in the Paraquat Products Liability Litigation (MDL No.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., July 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Chad Finley of TorHoerman Law has been appointed to the Plaintiff's Executive Committee (PEC) in the Paraquat Products Liability Litigation (MDL No.
  • After accumulating a large quantity of applications, 80 applicants were submitted for an on-camera review.
  • The co-lead counsel appointed in this case are Khaldoun A. Baghdadi, Sarah Shoemake Doles, and Peter Flowers.
  • If needed, the appointees may reapply for the position after their term expires on July 7, 2022.

SIUE School of Engineering Virtually Hosts 3rd Energy Symposium

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Engineering (SOE) is hosting its third SIUE Energy Symposium at noon Wednesday, April 21.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Engineering (SOE) is hosting its third SIUE Energy Symposium at noon Wednesday, April 21.
  • "We hope to increase understanding of regional and global energy issues and promote awareness on various energy topics.
  • The symposium hosts internationally recognized experts from different institutions in the U.S. and in Europe.
  • The SIUE School of Engineering is one of the largest engineering schools in the region.

SIUE School of Pharmacy Receives $8,000 Walgreens Diversity Donation

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Friday, December 11, 2020
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Dec.11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy (SOP) has received an $8,000 Walgreens Diversity Donation to expand its pipeline development programs and aid in its efforts to increase diversity among student pharmacists.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Dec.11, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy (SOP) has received an $8,000 Walgreens Diversity Donation to expand its pipeline development programs and aid in its efforts to increase diversity among student pharmacists.
  • The funding will support a Walgreens Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award, and a Walgreens Multilingual Scholarship, as well as the enhancement of pipeline programs targeted at increasing enrollment of diverse groups.
  • Scholarship awards developed through the Walgreens Diversity Donation program will be accessible to students via the University's Academic Works system.
  • As the only downstate Illinois pharmacy doctorate program, the SIUE School of Pharmacy is providing highly trained pharmacists prepared for the rapidly changing healthcare environment.

SIUE Searches for Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Friday, October 30, 2020
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Oct. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is searching for its first Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (VCEDI).

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Oct. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is searching for its first Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (VCEDI).
  • "Serving on chancellor's council, the successful candidate will be a strong and consistent voice for equity, diversity and inclusion on campus."
  • "The vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion will have broad latitude to help determine an effective organizational structure to make that synergistic approach happen," he said.
  • SIU School of Dental Medicine (SDM) Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Services Dr. Cornell Thomas is the chair of the Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion candidate search.