SOUTHERN Southern Illinois University Carbondale 2010-2011
What Does It Mean
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Southern fits me – the sheer amount of nature present, the programs I want. I’m involved in the Society of American Foresters, the SIUC Firedawgs, the Wesley Foundation. For me, being involved makes a positive difference.
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Travis Kling, a forestry major from Mahomet and winner of a Davey Tree Scholarship
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You have a voice here at Southern.
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Sreyoneel Biswas, a physiology major from Peoria, Research Rookie, and University Honors Student
To Be A SALUKI?
The Southern Difference We are the place for you if you are looking for a university with: Small-school advantages • Individual attention from professors • A low student-teacher ratio • The opportunity to be involved in campus life • A beautiful, pedestrian-friendly campus Big-school amenities • Nationally ranked research library • Opportunities for undergraduate research, and academic and creative projects • Fully equipped recreation and fitness center, student health center, and student center Come to an open house or arrange an individual visit: www.admissions.siuc.edu Southern Illinois University Carbondale (USPS 506-080) Volume 51, Number 3, October 2010 Periodicals postage paid at Carbondale, Illinois 62901. Published by Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, Illinois 62901, four times per year, in August, September, October and November. Subscription price: $4 per issue. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Enrollment Management, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL 62901-4713.
At Southern: • Our student-teacher ratio is 15.7/1. • Our faculty is devoted to teaching, yet they remain active in research, academic and creative projects. • We have more than 400 Registered Student Organizations to enhance your college experience and open career opportunities. • We have more than 200 majors, minors and specializations.
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Did You Know? The Princeton Review lists Southern among its Best Midwestern Colleges for 2010.
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Southern offers an ever-increasing number of courses online. We also use the Blackboard Learning System and podcasts on iTunesU to help students keep up with lectures and enhance their study skills.
WHY SOUTHERN?
Once a Saluki, always a Saluki What do SIUC alumni say about their Southern Experience?
And here’s what some of them had to say 10 years later when asked about their most valuable out-ofclassroom SIUC experiences:
According to a recent survey of 2000 baccalaureate:
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• 87% have full-time employment • 94% report job satisfaction • 71% are employed in areas relating to their majors, with 20% working in other fields by choice • 92% believe Southern helped them develop critical thinking ability • 87% believe Southern helped them appreciate diversity • 88% improved their writing skills within their major • 93% believe Southern helped them improve their communication skills • 94% felt their time at Southern contributed to a quality education
Everyone was friendly and easy to be around. Southern has a very friendly and down-to-earth atmosphere. It made being away from home easier.
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I met wonderful people who
helped shape me into who I am today. I was fortunate to have great on-campus jobs with supervisors who really seemed to care about my success.
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Location was key... and the tuition was affordable... The school had a nice, relaxed vibe but the instructors weren’t lax.
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Campus Life Student Center – Home base for many student activities, our student center is one of the largest of its kind in the nation. Home to meeting rooms, student lounges, craft shop, restaurants and dining area, this is also the place to come for movies, guest speakers, job fairs, research fairs and more. Check it out at www.siucstudentcenter.org.
Registered Student Organizations – Southern has more than 400 RSOs on campus, including professional and Greek societies, and recreational, social, ethnic, religious, and special interest groups. Most majors have affiliated RSOs. See the list at http://siuc.orgsync.com. Student Recreation Center – Play, don’t just watch! We have indoor tracks and courts, swimming and diving facilities, a climbing wall, dance studio, free weight and spinning rooms, and more than 200 exercise and weight stations. Take a class, join an intramural team or just have fun. Go to www.reccenter.siu.edu to learn more.
Arts – We have three theaters for plays and performance art, an auditorium for concerts and other stage performances, art galleries, University Museum, recital halls and a free forum area. Join a musical ensemble, get involved in theater, attend a workshop. Many events are free for students. 4
Entertainment – The Student Programming Council brings concerts, movies, comedians, special speakers and more to campus. Check out Southern Stars at Shryock Auditorium, or specialized events such as the Big Muddy Film Festival. Many activities appear on our Public Events Calendar – click the link on the home page at www.siuc.edu. Sports – Wear your maroon and support your Salukis! We compete in 16 men’s and women’s sports as part of the Missouri Valley Conference. Students get into regular home season sporting events with a valid student i.d. Here’s what we have: (Division I) Mens • Golf • Baseball • Swimming/Diving • Basketball • Cross Country • Tennis • Football (FCS) • Track & Field Womens • Basketball • Cross Country • Golf • Softball
• Swimming/Diving • Tennis • Track & Field • Volleyball
Did You Know?
You can rent paddleboats, canoes and kayaks for free at the boat docks on campus? Or, for off-campus trips and real adventure, check out Base Camp and Adventure Trips at the Rec Center.
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Disability Support Services has high-tech options for students with special needs, including programs such as JAWS, ZOOM, and DRAGON, ASL interpreters, and special test proctoring. To learn more about our individualized services, go to http://disabilityservices.siuc.edu
Demographics By the Numbers: Student to faculty ratio: 15.7 to 1
Total student enrollment – 20,350 • Undergraduate minority students – 24%
Class Sizes: 1-19 students – 50% 20-39 students – 41% 40-99 students – 7% 100 or more students – 1%
• Undergraduate female to male ratio: 45% to 55%
Where Students Are From:
• 69% of freshmen ranked in the top half of their graduating high school class.
In State – 81% Out-of-State – 13% International – 6%
• ACT composite scores ranged from 21 to 26 for the middle 50% of admitted freshmen.
Carbondale – Carbondale is a student-friendly town of approximately 26,300 residents. Students enjoy the blend of small town friendliness and collegiate town businesses in the downtown and business district areas. Enjoy the city’s parks and shops, mom and pop eateries and big name retail.
Southern Illinois – This is a part of Illinois that is a world away from the rest of the state, thanks to the natural beauty of the Shawnee National Forest and nearby state parks. If you want to go farther and try a city trip, we are within easy driving distance of St. Louis, Nashville, and Memphis. Try the Amtrak for Chicago trips.
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MAJORS & MINORS SIUC Academic Programs Biological Sciences v Specialization/Option Listing Business Administration Accounting Africana Studies Agribusiness Economics Agricultural Systems Agricultural Education Agricultural Production Agricultural Systems Technology General Agriculture Animal Science Equine Science Production Science & Pre- Veterinary Anthropology Architectural Studies Art v Art Education Art History Ceramics Communication Design Drawing General Studio Glass Industrial Design Metalsmithing Painting Printmaking Sculpture Automotive Technology Aviation Flight z Aviation Management Aviation Technologies Aircraft Maintenance Aviation Electronics Helicopter Maintenance 8
Engineering Technology Electrical Engineering Technology Business Economics English v Chemistry v Biochemistry Creative Writing Business General Environmental Preprofessional Forensic Exercise Science American Chemical Society Fashion Design & Certification Merchandising Cinema & Photography Fashion Design Cinema Fashion Merchandising Digital Communication Finance Photography Financial Institutions Civil Engineering Financial Management Environmental Engineering Investments Classics Fire Service Management n Communication Disorders Foreign Language & and Sciences v International Trade Chinese Computer Engineering French Computer and Electrical German Engineering (dual degree) Japanese Computer Science Spanish Criminology and Criminal Forestry Justice Forest Hydrology Dental Hygiene Forest Recreation & Park Design Management General Design Forest Resources Early Childhood v   Management Child and Family Services Urban Forest Management Preschool/ Primary French v Economics Financial Economics International Public Service General Economics Geography & Environmental International Economics Resources Electrical Engineering Climate and Water Resources Computer Engineering Environmental Management Electronic Systems Technologies Environmental Resources Electronics Management Geographic Information Elementary Education v Science(GIS)
Geology Environmental Geology Geophysics Resource Geology German Studies v International Public Service Health Care Management Health Education v Community Health Education History v Hospitality & Tourism Administration Food Service Management Hospitality and Tourism Lodging Management Tourism Management Human Nutrition & Dietetics Industrial Technology Manufacturing Technology Information Systems Technologies Interior Design Journalism Advertising/Integrated Marketing Communications New Media News Production Digital Communication News-Editorial Photojournalism Linguistics English as a New Language Management Entrepreneurship Global E-Business Health Care Enterprises Personnel Management Supply Chain Management Marketing Mathematics v Mechanical Engineering
Microbiology Mining Engineering Geological Engineering Mortuary Science & Funeral Services Music v Music Business Music Education Music Theory-Composition Open Studies Performance - Guitar Performance-Instrumental Performance-Keyboard Performance-Voice Piano Pedagogy Studio Jazz Performance Musical Theater Paralegal Studies Pre-Law Philosophy Pre-Law Physical Education v Physical Therapist Assistant z Physics Physiology Plant & Soil Science Business Environmental Studies Landscape Horticulture Turf Grass Management Plant Biology Ecology Molecular & Biochemical Physiology Systematics & Biodiversity Political Science International Affairs Pre-Law Public Service Psychology
Radio-Television Digital Communication Electronic Media Marketing News Production-Radio/Audio, TV/Video Radiologic Sciences Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Magnetic Resonance Imaging/ Computed Tomography Radiation Therapy Technology Recreation Leisure Service Management Therapeutic Recreation Rehabilitation Services Social Science v Social Work Sociology Spanish v International Public Service Special Education v Special Education/ Elementary Education Speech Communication Intercultural Communication Interpersonal Communication Organizational Communication Performance Studies Persuasive Communication Public Relations Sport Administration Technical Resource Management Theater University Studies Workforce Education & Development Business, Marketing, Computer Education v
Family & Consumer Sciences v Health Careers v Technology Education v Career & Technical Education v Education, Training & Development Zoology
Minors (Most majors are also available as a minor.)
Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC) Africana Studies Airport Management and Planning Aircraft Product Support Aquatics Pre-Professional Army Military Science Non-Degree Programs (Army ROTC) Asian Studies Child and Family Services Pre-Chiropractic Chinese Pre-Dentistry Classical Civilization Pre-Law Coaching Pre-Medicine East Asian Civilization Pre-Nursing Environmental Studies Pre-Optometry Equine Studies Pre-Pharmacy Forensic Science Pre-Physical Therapy Global Studies Pre-Physician Assistant Greek Pre-Podiatry Information Technology Pre-Veterinary Medicine Japanese Pre-Major (for students deciding on a major) Kinesiology Latin Pre-Major Latino and Latin American Studies ROTC Museum Studies Aerospace Studies Native American Studies Army Military Science Peace Studies Women’s Studies
To learn more about programs of study, including additional screening requirements, visit admissions.siu.edu. v - Teacher certification program available. z - Associate degree program; can lead toward Bachelor’s
degree or third year specialization beyond Associate.
n - Offered off-campus only.
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If you are not involved in research, you cannot really teach. To be a good teacher, you must be aware of and involved in the current research. And you can’t do research without students. My real service to the community is to help prepare really good engineers.
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Peter Filip, Director of the Center for Advanced Friction Studies in the College of Engineering.
Academics Southern is a major research university, classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in the top 4% of higher education institutions for research. Learn by doing at Southern…
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Participate in major research projects or conduct your own, or pursue academic and creative projects at Southern. Start your research by checking out our Universitywide programs: • Research Rookies - http://srrp.siuc.edu/ • REACH undergraduate research program – http://reach.siuc.edu/ • McNair Scholars Program – http://mcnair.siuc.edu/
University Honors Program – Participation in the University Honors Program at Southern gives you access to Honors-only courses, early registration for classes, extended borrow time at Morris Library, and the opportunity to work closely with a faculty mentor on an original project. Learn more about the advantages and requirements at http://honors.siuc.edu
University Core Curriculum – This is the group of courses that complements your major and minor and gives you the skills employers seek. Core courses continue throughout your education at Southern. Learn more and start mapping your courses at http://corecurriculum.siuc.edu Study Abroad – There are hundreds of opportunities for Salukis to study abroad – from a few weeks to an academic year. Save endangered species in Costa Rica, study architecture in Egypt, cross cultural boundaries in Morocco. Begin your trip by going here: http://www.ips.siu.edu/sa/
Academic Assistance – We’ve got the tools to help you unlock your best – even when the going is tough. Southern offers supplemental instruction, mathematics tutoring, and writing centers at various locations on campus. Walk in or make an appointment and get the help you need. 11
Campus Living University Housing – Most freshmen and sophomores live on campus. There are plenty of available options, from high-rise to lakeside. Take a virtual tour or study floor plans at www.housing.siu.edu. Follow the links to learn about our flexible and convenient dining options.
Living Learning Communities – LLCs are residence halls reserved for students in similar majors or with similar interests. Studies show that LLC residents get better grades and feel more connected to their University. Students tell us they enjoy the friendships they make in their LLCs. Check with housing.siu.edu for LLC availability.
First Year Experience – The college experience is more than just a change in where you attend school. It’s life-altering, in the best sense of the word. The Saluki First Year Experience is here to help you make a smooth transition into college generally and Southern specifically so you can make the most of the available opportunities.
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Safety – The SIUC Department of Public Safety is a fully sworn, 24/7 law enforcement unit with the mandate to keep our campus safe. Some of our safety measures include: • Wireless Emergency Notification System • Building Emergency Response Teams • Night Safety Transit Service • Safety call boxes Public Transportation – The Saluki Express shuttle bus service makes it easy for students to get around campus and into and around Carbondale. Included on the routes are University Mall, shopping centers, grocery stores, movie theaters and the downtown area. Students with valid i.d. ride for free.
Did You Know?
Residence Hall Dining features the Saluki Paw Print of approval for healthy dining choices. Vegetarian and low-fat entrees are available every day, and our chefs are able and willing to accommodate other special dietary considerations.
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Freshman Admission Apply early! You should apply early in your senior year of high school in order to take full advantage of all housing options and scholarship opportunities. Scholarship awards begin in October, and you must be admitted to be considered. Apply online at www.admissions.siuc.edu Questions? Call Undergraduate Admissions at 618/536-4405. Here’s a checklist of what we need from you: • Application for Admission and Scholarships • Official transcripts from each high school attended • Copy of ACT or SAT scores • $30 application fee (non-refundable)
Southern uses a holistic approach to admissions. This means we look at the whole picture, not just test scores. We’ll look at the courses you’ve taken, your academic ranking, and what you want to study in college. We also consider letters of recommendation and your personal statement, if you choose to send them. High School Requirements: • English – 4 units • Mathematics – 3 units • Science – 3 units • Social Studies – 3 units • Electives – 2 units
Affordability
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START EARLY! File your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
For a full list of scholarships available through Southern, go to scholarships.siuc.edu
• Southern’s federal school code is 001758. • Nearly 80% of our students receive financial aid. • Southern administered $166,030,874 to undergraduates in financial aid last year. The amount of financial aid we have administered has risen every year.
Truth-in-tuition locks in your tuition rate for four consecutive years. Good news for our neighbors! Students from Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee pay a tuition rate equal to the Illinois in-state tuition rate!
Transfer Admission Apply early! Transfer students are encouraged to apply one year in advance. Apply online at www.admissions.siuc.edu
Transfer Application Checklist: • Application for Admission and Scholarships • Official college transcripts from each institution attended • $30 application fee (non-refundable)
Transfer Admission Requirements: To be admitted to Southern as a transfer student, you must have at least 26 transferable semester hours (39 quarter hours), and a GPA of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) based on Southern’s grading policy.
Individualized Two Plus Two Program – For students who prefer to complete their first year or two at a community college – make the most of your transfer credits by working with an admissions representative to create a transfer plan just for you. Visit admissions.siuc.edu for more information about these options. Southern participates in the Illinois Articulation Initiative. Talk to your admissions counselor to see if this agreement may benefit you.
If you have fewer than 26 transferable hours, you must also submit your official high school transcripts and ACT or SAT scores for review.
The Capstone Option – For students with an Associate in Applied Science degree – Earn a bachelor’s degree in 60 additional Morris Library, a member of the Consortium hours with an abbreviated University Core of Academic Research Libraries in Curriculumand requirement.
Illinois, holds more than 2.6 million volumes plus millions of microform units, periodicals and serials. Students can access I-Share to borrow materials from all over the state.
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Visit Campus Open House Open house programs are a convenient way to cover the basics of a campus visit. Join us at our Recreation Center to meet representatives from our academic departments, admissions, financial aid, and university housing. Programs include informational sessions, opportunities to meet current students and campus tours. Check our website below for a current schedule.
Individualized Visit Call ahead to set up a campus visit focused specifically on what you want to see and learn about our campus. Visits include admission counseling, a campus tour with the chance to meet with current students and to see a residence hall room. We can also arrange a meeting with a representative from your major. www.admissions.siuc.edu/visit/ Contact us: 618/453-7141 visitsiu@siu.edu
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What Does It Mean To Be A SALUKI?
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Southern fits me – the sheer amount of nature present, the programs I want. I’m involved in the Society of American Foresters, the SIUC Firedawgs, the Wesley Foundation. For me, being involved makes a positive difference.
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Travis Kling, a forestry major from Mahomet and winner of a Davey Tree Scholarship
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You have a voice here at Southern.
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Sreyoneel Biswas, a physiology major from Peoria, Research Rookie, and University Honors Student
www.siuc.edu Undergraduate Admissions 618/536-4405 Mailcode 4710 425 Clocktower Drive, Carbondale IL 62901 joinsiuc@siu.edu www.admissions.siuc.edu
Financial Aid, Office of 618/453-4334 fao@siu.edu www.siu.edu/~fao
Graduate Admissions 618/536-7791 gradschl@siu.edu www.gradschool.siuc.edu
SalukiNet (For application status and student record) salukinet.siu.edu
SIUC Athletics 618/453-5311 www.siusalukis.com
Scholarships 618/453-4628 terriw@siu.edu scholarships.siuc.edu
Disability Support Services 618/453-5738 DSSsiu@siu.edu disabilityservices.siuc.edu
Immunizations 618/453-4326 618/453-4452 (fax)
SOAR (Student Orientation Advisement and Registration) 618/453-1000 www.soar.siuc.edu
Student Health Center 618/453-3311 www.shc.siuc.edu Talk to a Current Saluki 618/453-8003 wecallu@siu.edu Transfer Credit Evaluation registrar.siu.edu/eval/articpg.htm University Housing 618/453-2301 housing@siu.edu www.housing.siu.edu Veterans Center 618/453-1335 vets@siu.edu www.veterans.siuc.edu
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