Southern IIIinois University Carbondale

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About Southern IIIinois University Carbondale

The Southern Illinois University Carbondale (also known as SIUC or SIU) is the flagship campus of the Southern Illinois University system. It was founded in 1869 as Southern Illnois Normal College, and the fourth oldest of Illinois's 13 state universities.

SIU embraces a unique tradition of access and opportunity, inclusive excellence, innovation in research and creativity, and outstanding teaching focused on nurturing student success. As a nationally ranked public research university and regional economic catalyst, we create and exchange knowledge to shape future leaders, improve our communities, and transform lives.

Campus information

The campus facilities and services include:

Medical clinic
Pharmacy
Recreation center
Student center
Morris library
Bookstore
Residences halls
ATM

Located in Carbondale, Illinois, United States. The physical beauty of the region is a major attraction to students, faculty and visitors. Sixty miles to the south of Carbondale is the historic confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, the two forming the border of the southern tip of Illinois. Situated within 10 miles of the campus are two state parks, the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and four large recreational lakes. Much of the area is a part of the 240,000-acre Shawnee National Forest.