SIU Student Center

09/10/2026

Are you looking for something exciting to do during Family Weekend? Take a peek at all of the wonderful activities that are being offered this upcoming weekend. Come out to support local vendors at the craft sale or try out the amazing food being made at the dining halls!

09/08/2026

Due to staffing issues, the SIU Student Center Starbucks will be closing a 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. We are sorry for the inconvenience. The 1869 Grille will be open until 5:30 p.m.

09/07/2026

Student Appreciation Days are coming! Join us at the SIU University Bookstore, located in the Student Center, on September 23rd for activities as well as 20% off apparel and gifts in-store and online during the Student Appreciation sale. Show your school spirit and celebrate with us!
Shop: https://southernillinois.bkstr.com
Some exclusions apply. Sale ends at 11:59 PM CT on 9/24/26.

Salukis, we appreciate you!
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09/01/2026

The SIU community is working to bring breast cancer awareness to campus and provide assistance to salukis affected by it!
We're working with Silkworm to sell, "Start Seeing Pink" merchandise to help fund the Saluki Strength Breast Cancer Scholarship and Endowment Fund. This will award scholarships and provide additional assistance to SIU students impacted by breast cancer. All proceeds from these sales will go directly to the fund and help those in need!

Make sure to order soon — the last day to order is September 15!
Our online store is at:
https://shopsilkworm.com/index.php/startseeingpink/

08/31/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Student Center Marketplace's Freshly Tossed (Salad Bar) will be the only station open today.

The 1869 Grille and Starbucks are open for lunch!

Sorry for any inconvenience.

08/25/2026

Starting Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Starbucks' Cozy Fall Flavors are back!
Be sure to drop by the Student Center Starbucks and get your Fall fix.
Fall is better together.
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08/19/2026

Chef Aaron May of the Food Network is coming to SIU for the 1869 Grille's Grand Opening on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 from 11 AM to 1 PM, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 12 PM.

Then at 2 pm in the Student Center Old Main Room, will be your chance to attend that Meet Chef May discussion event. Where he will talk about his culinary career and becoming a Food Network personality.

08/19/2026

Starting on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, SIU University Farms comes to the Student Center Exchange with the Farmers Market! From 11 AM - 2 PM, you can select fruit and vegetables from a wide selection of University grown, fresh produce.
Located on the Student Center First Floor, see you there!
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08/18/2026

https://news.siu.edu/2026/08/081826-sius-1869-grille-grand-opening-to-feature-food-network-programs-chef-aaron-may.php

— A new dining destination and experience is making its debut this month at Southern Illinois University Carbondale — and nationally renowned Chef Aaron May will help open the culinary celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 25.

08/17/2026

The 1869 Grille is now open in the SIU Student Center!

It features a variety of burgers, along with chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches, deluxe grilled cheese, and dirty sodas.

Stop by today!

Open: Monday - Friday, 10:30AM til 5:30 PM
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