Friday September 23

Student Recreation Center | 5:30 am - 10:00 pm

Family members of students are invited to tour and use the Student Recreation Center facilities for FREE. Please visit the Welcome Desk located on the lower level for details. Please be sure to bring a photo ID to the Student Recreation Center.

University Bookstore | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

Look for great deals and a large selection of SIUC merchandise and apparel at the University's convenient bookstore.

Student Center Bowling & Billiards | 9:00 am – 11:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

SIUC students and your family can enjoy student rate price bowling and billiards all day, all weekend. A current SIUC student with ID must accompany family members.

Family Weekend Craft Sale | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

Regional vendors will be available for you to enjoy early holiday shopping or look for that unique souvenir. Choose from handmade candles, ceramics, photographs and other crafts. Sponsored by the Student Center Craft Shop.

Student Center Craft Shop | 11:00 am – 4:00pm (Lower Level, Student Center)

Stop in the Student Center Craft Shop and spend some creative time with the pottery wheels, wax hand sculptures, and other "Walk-in" activities. 

Boat Dock on Campus Lake | 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

Visit Campus Lake and take advantage of FREE boat rentals including: paddle boats, canoes and kayaks (weather permitting). Please be sure to bring a photo ID to the Campus Lake Boat Docks.

"Heavy Metal & Some Softer Stuff Too" | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (University Museum)

SIUC metal and blacksmithing artists and Goin' Fast and Lookin' Good, Hot Rods in Southern Illinois will shine in three of the Museum's galleries, while other galleries will feature Robin Haller's art quilts, a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian, and an exhibit of some of the most famous artists of the 20th Century that came to campus during the Delyte Morris era. Free and Open to All. For more information visit the SIUC Museum website.

Saluki Volleyball vs. Drake | 7:00 pm (Davies Gym)

Saluki fans, come cheer on the Saluki Volleyball team as they kickoff Missouri Valley Conference play against the Drake Bulldogs at their Annual Pack the House event. General admission tickets are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for youth. SIU students receive FREE admission with a valid SIU student I.D. To order your Saluki Volleyball tickets call 877-SALUKIS. For more information visit the Saluki Athletics website. 

Sponsored by Saluki Athletics

SPC Film: "Kung Fu Panda 2" | 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm (Student Center Auditorium)

Po joins forces with a group of new kung-fu masters to take on an old enemy with a deadly new weapon. Starring: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and Jackie Chan, Rated: PG. Tickets are $2.00 for SIUC students/children10 and under, $3.00 for the general public at the door. Sponsored by the Student Programming Council Films Committee.

Salsa Night "Noche de Gala" |8:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Student Center Ballrooms)

Are you ready to salsa? Join us for the ninth annual "Noche de Gala", an evening of dancing to the Latin beat of a live Latin Salsa band. Held in the Student Center Ballrooms, this semi-formal dance is free and open to the public. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and dancing begin at 8:00 pm. Sponsored by Student Center Special Programs and Center Events and Sigma Lambda Beta.

Saturday, September 24

Student Recreation Center | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Family members of students are invited to tour and use the Student Recreation Center facilities for FREE. Please visit the information desk located on the upper level for details. A current SIUC student with ID must accompany family members.

University Bookstore | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

Look for great deals and a large selection of SIUC merchandise and apparel at the University's convenient bookstore.

Family Weekend Registration | 10:00 am -2:00 pm (East Entrance Student Center)

Stop by the Saluki Family Weekend Registration Area to check- in and get the latest update of weekend events. Free refreshments will be available. Sponsored by the Student Programming Council Special Events Committee.

Campus Tours | 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm (East Entrance of Student Center)

Ride the tour train around the beautiful SIUC campus and listen to a 40 minute guided tour narrated by our very own student tour guides. Seats are limited so first come, first served. Sponsored by the Student Programming Council Special Events Committee.

Family Weekend Craft Sale | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

Regional vendors will be available for you to enjoy early holiday shopping or look for that unique souvenir. Choose from handmade candles, ceramics, photographs and other crafts. Sponsored by the Student Center Craft Shop.

Raku Pottery Firing | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (South Patio, Student Center)

While touring the Family Weekend Craft Sale stop and glaze a ceramic vessel. Then watch it get fired Raku Style. Cost is $3.00 and up each. Sponsored by the Student Center Craft Shop 

"Heavy Metal & Some Softer Stuff Too" | 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m (University Museum, Faner Hall) 

SIUC metal and blacksmithing artists and Goin' Fast and Lookin' Good, Hot Rods in Southern Illinois will shine in three of the Museum's galleries, while other galleries will feature Robin Haller's art quilts, a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian, and an exhibit of some of the most famous artists of the 20th Century that came to campus during the Delyte Morris era. Free and Open to All. 

For more information visit the SIUC Museum website.

Green Tour | 10:30 am to 11:30 am (Main Entrance, Student Center)

The Sustainability Council invites you and your family on a mini-walking tour to a few of our "green" spots on campus. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the main entrance of the Student Center, the tour will view the Earth Day herb gardens on the west patio, then take a stroll through the Thompson Woods restoration, ending up at the rooftop gardens at Ag. From there you will walk to Life Science 2 to view the prairie restoration project, then on to the Japanese Gardens and University Museum in Faner Hall. The one-hour loop through central campus will end back in the Student Center by the water bottle refill station.

Student Center Craft Shop Activities | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (Lower Level, Student Center)

Stop in the Student Center Craft Shop and spend some creative time with the pottery wheels, wax hand sculptures, and other "Walk-in" activities.

75th Annual IGC Greek Sing | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm (Steps of Shryock Auditorium)

Members of SIUC Greek fraternities and sororities perform some of their favorite tunes in this fun and spirited competition. Rain Location is in the Student Center. Sponsored by the Inter-Greek Council.

Student Center Bowling & Billiards | 12:00 noon – 11:00 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

SIUC students and your family can enjoy student rate price bowling and billiards all day, all weekend. A current SIUC student with ID must accompany family members.

Boat Dock on Campus Lake | 12:00 noon - 6:00 p.m.

Visit Campus Lake and take advantage of FREE boat rentals including: paddle boats, canoes and kayaks (weather permitting). Please be sure to bring a photo ID to the Campus Lake Boat Docks.

SPC Film: "Kung Fu Panda 2" | 1:00 pm, Special Matinee Showing (Student Center Auditorium)

Po joins forces with a group of new kung-fu masters to take on an old enemy with a deadly new weapon. Starring: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and Jackie Chan, Rated: PG. Tickets are $2.00 for SIUC students/children10 and under, $3.00 for the general public at the door. Sponsored by the Student Programming Council Films Committee.

Saluki Family Tailgate | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (Saluki Row, West of Saluki Stadium)

Please join us as we welcome all Saluki families to Carbondale on Saluki Family Weekend 2011! We have a fun-filled tailgate planned, so bring your friends and family for FREE food, games and prizes. For more information, call New Student Programs at 618.453.1000 or visit the Saluki Family Association website.

Hope to see you there! Sponsored by the Undergraduate Admissions, Saluki Family Association, Saluki First Year, and University Housing.

Pre-Game Tailgating | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (outside Saluki Stadium)

Bring your grill and all your family and friends to one of the open parking areas near the new Saluki Stadium for fun tailgate activities. Many spaces are reserved in advance so be sure to view the tailgate policy for all the information you need to enjoy a great college game day at SIUC. Interested in reserving a spot for your group in the official tailgating location on Walker's Bluff Saluki Row? We take care of all the set up and cleanup for you while you have just a few steps to Saluki Stadium. If interested in reserving your location on Walkers Bluff Saluki Row or other tailgating questions call Saluki Athletics at 618-453-5153. Sponsored by Saluki Athletics. 

Saluki Volleyball vs. Creighton | 3:30 pm (Davies Gym)

Come support Saluki Volleyball before heading over to the Saluki Football game as the Salukis take on Missouri Valley Conference rival Creighton. General admission tickets are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for youth. SIU students receive FREE admission with a valid SIU student I.D. To order your Saluki Volleyball tickets call 877-SALUKIS. Sponsored by Saluki Athletics.

Saluki Football vs. Missouri State | 6:00 pm (Saluki Stadium)

Come cheer on the Football Salukis, as they take on Missouri State in exciting Missouri Valley Football Conference Action. Not only is this the family weekend game, but the first home football game of the season! All general public tickets are reserved seats. Reserved seat tickets are $20.00 for adults, $12.00 for high school age and under. Bringing a large group to the game? There are group ticket discounts available for groups of 15 or more to all Saluki Football games. SIUC student tickets within the designated student section are FREE for SIUC students with student I.D. Tickets for Saluki Football are available through the Saluki Athletics website or by calling 877-SALUKIS. Sponsored by Saluki Athletics.

SPC Film: "Kung Fu Panda 2" | 7:00 pm & 9:30 pm (Student Center Auditorium)

Po joins forces with a group of new kung-fu masters to take on an old enemy with a deadly new weapon. Starring: Jack Black, Angelina Jolie and Jackie Chan, Rated: PG. Tickets are $2.00 for SIUC students/children10 and under, $3.00 for the general public at the door. Sponsored by the Student Programming Council Films Committee.

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Chancellor's Family Weekend Brunch | 10:00 am -2:00 pm (Trueblood Dining Hall)

You are invited to attend a wonderful Brunch Buffet hosted by Chancellor Rita Cheng and prepared and served by the Chefs and Staff of University Housing Residence Hall Dining.

The menu consists of Hand Carved, Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef with Au Jus, Glazed Ham, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes (locally grown), Spaghetti Squash with Sun Dried Tomato and Walnut Pesto Sauce (made with locally grown squash), Honey Glazed Baby Carrots, Scrambled Eggs, Biscuits with Country Gravy, Buttermilk Pancake and Blintz Bar with Fruit Toppings, Made from Scratch Pastries and Rolls, Apple Crisp (made with locally grown apples), Assorted Fruits and Cheeses, Hand Dipped Ice Cream Bar, Sparkling Juice Fountain, Coffee, and Assorted Juices and Soft Drinks.

Tickets are $8.50 plus tax for everyone over 12 years of age and $4.99 plus tax for children age 4 to 12. Ages 3 and under are free. SIUC Students may use their University Housing Dining Plans to purchase this meal. To purchase tickets in advance, visit the Student Center Business Office on the second floor of the Student Center or for no extra fee, call 618-453-3478. The office is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets also may be purchased at the door.

Sponsored by the Office of the Chancellor, University Housing Residence Hall Dining and The Student Center.

Student Recreation Center | 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Family members of students are invited to tour and use the Student Recreation Center facilities for FREE. Please visit the Welcome Desk located on the lower level for details. Please be sure to bring a photo ID to the Student Recreation Center.

Student Center Bowling & Billiards | 1:00 pm – 9:30 pm (First Floor, Student Center)

SIUC students and your family can enjoy student rate price bowling and billiards all day, all weekend. A current SIUC student with ID must accompany family members.