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Jenny Krzyszkowski, a freshman math major, enjoys living on campus and plans to stay on campus for the next few years. "Being on campus, you don't have to walk as far and I don't have a car," she said. "I'd rather live in a dorm than an expensive apartment. (1) comment
Despite a national downturn in housing market sales, Charleston's market remains relatively stable with an increased interest in rental properties, according to local realtors. The National Realtors Association recently released a statement that the 5.5 percent increase in sales in September was derailed by a 4. (0) comments
Student Mary Sandberg thinks having coed floors in some residence halls would be a positive experience for Eastern students. "I feel like it expands social life. It would be a lot easier to meet people," Sandberg said. However, the couple said being randomly assigned to a roommate of the opposite sex could cause some problems. (0) comments
Greek Court re-contracting begins in early February The timeline to sign a contract for Greek Court housing is similar to the residence halls in that the re-contracting process for the 2009-2010 academic year will occur in early February. But, in order to secure a room in Greek Court, a $250 down payment will be due at the time the contract is completed. (0) comments
Computer Help Desk and Virus Labs Having computer problems? We can help! Call the Help Desk at 217-581-7708 or stop by the Virus Labs in Carman, Taylor or Stevenson Halls for assistance. Direct Internet access On-campus residences feature Ethernet ports which allow residents the luxury of being directly connected to the university's network. (0) comments
Jody Horn has researched many colleges and restaurants and has found a way Eastern can use different oils in their dining halls to be healthier. "I think people like to see us do more and more of these kinds of things," said Horn, director of dining. This semester, Eastern has turned away from trans fats in all dining halls. (0) comments
Mark Hudson said the number one goal of the housing and dining program is to meet the students' needs. Hudson, the director of housing and dining services, said the university sends out residence hall satisfaction surveys to about one-third of students to get their opinion on their housing and dining experience. (0) comments
Joe Johnson acts as a bouncer. Except his job is not at the Panther Paw or Marty's; he is employed at Tower Dining as a dining room assistant. "My main job is to make sure all the actual silverware stays in Stevenson," Johnson said. Housing and Dining officials created the dining room assistant position after deciding to do away with plastic silverware at Tower Dining. (0) comments
At first glance, Pemberton Hall looks like a bulwark of stone - gray and somber like most buildings. The building was the first women's residence hall in Illinois, earning it a spot on the state's Historic Register. Charles H. Coleman, a former Eastern history professor, recorded Pemberton's history in his book, "Eastern Illinois State College, 50 years of Public Service," published in 1950. (1) comment
