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SIUE clerical workers ratify new contract that includes average 15.5 percent pay raises, back pay
After more than 600 days of contentious contract negotiations, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE) clerical workers, represented by AFSCME Local 2887, and the university have ratified a new four-year contract that includes an average 15.5 percent pay raise and backpay. Local 2887 President and Chief Steward Amy Bodenstab said...
From Middle School Dropout to the C-Suite L&C Alumnus Named New Chief Data and Technology Officer
– Lewis and Clark Community College was there when Ron Wall needed a new direction, and now he’s returning the favor – leading the college into the future of data and technology. Wall was promoted to Chief Data and Technology Officer (CDTO) – a new member of the...
Edwardsville Student Named To President's And Deans' Lists At Drake University
EDWARDSVILLE - The following local student has been named to the Deans' and President's Lists at Drake University. Edwardsville, IL - Angel Loveridge, Zimpleman College of Business, Dean's List. Article continues after sponsor message. Connect with Riverbend Readers!. To be eligible for the Deans' List, students must have earned a...
SIUE, STLCC sign nursing articulation agreement
Agreement enables seamless STLCC student transfer into SIUE BSN program. St. Louis Community College (STLCC) and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) have established an articulation agreement to create a seamless transfer pathway for students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). This collaboration aims to enhance educational opportunities for nursing students in the region.
Letter To The Editor: Youth Build Program One Of The Best Organizations In Area
Just a simple note to acknowledge one of the best, little known, organizations in the River Bend area. The "Youth Build" program at Lewis & Clark Community College which helps our area youth learn about building trades and help give them self worth and strength to become productive members of our community. It teaches them to believe in themselves and that they can be an asset to our community! They actually build/rehab homes and do all sorts of other projects. In the past they even put in the slopping concrete for our "Handicap" entrance to our Post.
SIUE ITS enhances security against phishing emails
Phishing incidents continue to affect SIUE students' emails as Information Technology Services works to inform students and create protective measures for their emails. Scam emails, such as phishing, try to obtain your private information to access your data. “Phishing is a nuisance and a danger. That’s a very common source...
SIUE Hosts Grant Program Designed In Part To Improve Edwardsville Greenways
EDWARDSVILLE - Greenspaces are critical and the importance of understanding and enhancing them are equally significant, according to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Shannon McCarragher, PhD. This summer, 10 students from universities across the country have been part of the Socio-Ecological Role of Greenways in Urban Systems (SERGUS) Research Experience...
GHS alumnus Tate Wargo signed by Gateway Grizzlies
While coaching the Gillespie High School baseball team, Miners’ assistant Tate Wargo felt a fire being re-kindled in terms of returning to the diamond as a player at a high level. Wargo rose to the challenge and wrote a comeback story for the ages. “Staying around the game assisted...
Skertich Supports Career and Technical Education
Recognizing the benefits of career and technical education from being a proponent of it and seeing results at the local level, Collinsville Community Unit School District 10 Superintendent Brad Skertich has encouraged the state to increase its financial support of such programs. Attending the most recent meeting of the Illinois...
Accolades for LC’s YouthBuild
Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild is racking up the accolades. The College Adult Education Director of Career Pathways Sabrina Davis was recently announced as YouthBuild USA’s Innovator of the Year at the National Directors Association meeting. It also received local recognition from a veteran’s organization. The...
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