SIU Medicine's Donor of the Year, Shipra Somani
Much of Shipra Somani’s life has been guided by the personal adage she quotes often: “If someone has good health and a good mind, they have a moral obligation to give back to people who are less
Alumnus shares perspective from a career of pursuing cures
Dr. Poland has been an outspoken advocate for mandatory flu shots, inspiring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation for all persons over the age of six months to get one.
SIU alumni, medical students hosting 5K for cancer research on October 28
On October 28, SIU School of Medicine is hosting a 5K run/walk to honor Junaia Carter, MD, a 2010 alumnus who passed away from Stage 4 breast cancer shortly after graduation. The event in Springfield's Washington Park raises awareness and funds for breast cancer research.
Alumni Class Reunion 2023
SIU School of Medicine Alumni convened in Springfield on June 23-25 for Reunion 2023.
Denim & Diamonds Gala: Ticket, sponsorship, auction item & 'Faces of Hope' information
Tickets and sponsorships are available for this year's Denim & Diamonds benefiting Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine on Saturday, October 14 at the Crowne Plaza.
Butterfly release to honor loved ones, celebrate survivors on June 3
Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU School of Medicine will host its 15th Annual Butterfly Release at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, in the Thomas Garden of Hope, 315 W. Carpenter St., Springfield.
Humorist Kay Frances to speak at Women's Power Lunch April 28
Author and humorist Kay Frances will provide laughter and tips to "lighten up, stress less and take care of ourselves” at the Women’s Power Lunch on April 28 in Springfield.
Simmons Cancer Institute hosting Denim & Diamonds gala on Oct. 8
Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at Southern Illinois University will host its 22nd annual Denim & Diamonds fundraiser at 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, at the Crowne Plaza Springfield, 3000 S. Dirksen
Hascup named Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer's Research
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Erin R. Hascup , PhD, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, was named the Kenneth Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer’s Research at