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The EIU Alumni Association was established as a means for alumni to keep in touch with their alma mater. Through its dues-paying membership program, the Alumni Association continues to serve the students and alumni of Eastern Illinois University. To learn more about becoming a supporting member of the Alumni Association please visit: http://www.eiu.edu/~alumni/membership.php.

Join us in celebrating the Outstanding Philanthropist Award recipients Sherry White, Carol Stephens, Joe Gardella, and K...
10/16/2026

Join us in celebrating the Outstanding Philanthropist Award recipients Sherry White, Carol Stephens, Joe Gardella, and Kim Tran presented by the Eastern Illinois University Foundation.

This award recognizes individuals and organizations whose dedication and generosity strengthen the financial, academic, and cultural well-being of EIU. Their support creates meaningful opportunities for students and helps shape Eastern’s future.

Meet the Honorees: https://www.eiu.edu/media/viewstory.php?action=2093

Shadoobee is coming home to EIU! 💙Formed at Eastern in the late 1980s, Shadoobee went from a college band to a staple of...
10/13/2026

Shadoobee is coming home to EIU! 💙

Formed at Eastern in the late 1980s, Shadoobee went from a college band to a staple of the Charleston music scene, playing local bars, campus events, and shows beyond Charleston!

More than three decades later, alumni Chris Schaff ’92, Rick King ’91, and the band are returning to where it all began!

🎶 Catch Shadoobee at Billy’s Backyard Homecoming Tailgate on Saturday (10/24), then keep the party going at Roc’s at 7 p.m.

Voices from Eastern: Dr. Newton KeyWednesday, November 46:00 – 8:00 p.m. | National Medal of Honor Museum | Arlington, T...
10/11/2026

Voices from Eastern: Dr. Newton Key
Wednesday, November 4

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | National Medal of Honor Museum | Arlington, Texas

Join fellow Panthers for an unforgettable evening at the National Medal of Honor Museum, one of America's newest and most inspiring cultural destinations. Dedicated to preserving the stories of courage, sacrifice, and service that have shaped our nation, the museum provides a remarkable setting for an evening of history, reflection, and lifelong learning. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the museum while reconnecting with fellow alumni from across the Dallas–Fort Worth region.

This is event is made possible by the generosity of Robert Glover '82, EIU Foundation Secretary.
https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/event-voicesarlington-2026.php

What’s one class you still remember taking at EIU?
10/09/2026

What’s one class you still remember taking at EIU?

Help shape what’s next for EIU. 💙Join us this Homecoming for the University-Wide Volunteer Luncheon! Connect with fellow...
09/30/2026

Help shape what’s next for EIU. 💙

Join us this Homecoming for the University-Wide Volunteer Luncheon! Connect with fellow Panther advocates, hear from university leadership, and explore how we can work together to strengthen EIU for generations to come.

📅 Oct. 23
🕚 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 MLK Jr. University Union
https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/event-homecoming-2026.php

Nine Panthers are being recognized this Homecoming for the impact they’ve made through their careers, service, and leade...
09/28/2026

Nine Panthers are being recognized this Homecoming for the impact they’ve made through their careers, service, and leadership. Please join us in congratulating the 2026 EIU’s Alumni Award honorees! 💙

🏅 Distinguished Alumni Award
Julie Curry ’84, ’85
Dr. William Smith ’86, ’88
Bonita Tillman ’80
Dr. Beverly Jordan ’86
Dr. Kimberly Hollingsworth ’94, ’98
Nick Owens ’03
Lori Henderson ’08, ’12

🏅 Louis V. Hencken Alumni Service Award
Dr. Mona Davenport ’85, ’89

🏅 Outstanding Young Alumni Award
David Groves Jr. ’14

We look forward to celebrating them at the University Awards Reception & Dinner on October 23.
https://www.eiu.edu/media/viewstory.php?action=2085

Eastern’s Homecoming has come a long way… and so have you. 💙50 years later, we’re inviting the Class of 1976 back home O...
09/24/2026

Eastern’s Homecoming has come a long way… and so have you. 💙

50 years later, we’re inviting the Class of 1976 back home October 23–24 to reminisce, relive, and reconnect.

The hairstyles may have changed, the traditions may look a little different, but Panther pride? That never goes out of style. 🐾

Swipe through 50 years of Homecoming memories, then tell us: What was YOUR favorite Homecoming tradition?

Far from Charleston. Always a Panther. 🐾💙Gary Hull '85 ‘87, past president of the EIU Alumni Association, is showing his...
09/22/2026

Far from Charleston. Always a Panther. 🐾💙

Gary Hull '85 ‘87, past president of the EIU Alumni Association, is showing his Panther pride in Alaska!

09/18/2026

Now this is Panther pride. 💙
We love seeing alumni-owned Noon Whistle Brewing showing off their EIU pride with Billy’s Brew! Grab it next time you're on campus or Noon Whistle Brewing!

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