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SIU Grad Student works with professor on project

Our history program is

strongly committed to creating an environment that is supportive of students from diverse backgrounds while upholding the most rigorous academic standards. Our courses cover the globe, and students are given ample opportunity to work closely with award-winning teachers and scholars. We hope you make plans to visit soon.

SIU Carbondale History

1000 Faner Drive, Rm 3374
Mailcode 4519
Carbondale, IL 62901

E-mail: history@siu.edu
Phone: 618-453-4391
Fax: 618-453-5440

History Director

Dr. Jonathan Bean
Email: jonbean@siu.edu
Phone: 618-453-4391

Tabitha Session
Office Administrator and Assistant to School Director
Email: tabitha.session@siu.edu
Phone: 618-453-7863

History Undergraduate Program

Joseph Sramek, Ph.D.
Undergraduate Studies Coordinator
Email: sramek@siu.edu
Phone: 618-453-3380

History Graduate Program

Getahun Benti, Ph.D.
Graduate Studies Coordinator
Email: benti@siu.edu
Phone: 618-453-6847

Carl Lute visits SIU History class

Guest Spotlight

World War II veteran Carl Lutes (age 96), a graduate of Southern Illinois University, spoke about his experiences during the war and his participation in the Veteran's Honor Flight of Southern Illinois.