Serving others and giving of himself to make the world a better place comes naturally to M. Daniel “Dan” Becque, an associate professor in the School of Human Sciences at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
2021 Sturgis Award recipient Helleny’s volunteer efforts help showcase Southern Illinois
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by Pete Rosenbery
CARBONDALE, Ill. When discussing HerrinFesta Italiana, Herrin’s annual weeklong celebration that runs through Memorial Day, it’s hard to not also mention Joey Helleny. The work that Helleny and myriad other volunteers put into running one of the region’s largest and best-known festivals is not only important to Williamson County but Southern Illinois as well.
Helleny, the 2021 Lindell W. Sturgis Memorial Public Service Award recipient, said it’s important to promote the region and Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
SIU to present honorary degrees, distinguished service awards during commencement ceremonies
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SIU to present honorary degrees, distinguished service awards during commencement ceremonies
CARBONDALE, Ill. Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate the achievements of eight individuals with honorary degrees and distinguished service awards during commencement ceremonies May 7-9 at Saluki Stadium.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, will receive an honorary Doctor of Community Health degree during ceremonies honoring College of Applied Sciences and Arts graduates at
noon May 8.
The eight individuals, including Ezike, received SIU Board of Trustees approval. Spring 2021 ceremonies will be in person, following protocols of the Restore Illinois Plan. Social distancing and masks will be required for all participants, guests, and staff. Ceremonies over the three-day celebration will be for spring 2021 graduates along