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The Impact Report is a 30-minute television series highlighting the innovation, growth, and opportunity shaping Southern Illinois University and the region it serves. From groundbreaking research and campus transformation to powerful stories of student success and community impact, each episode takes viewers behind the scenes of the people, projects, and progress driving SIU forward.
Hosted by SIU Foundation CEO Matt Kupec, the series features on-location segments, in-depth interviews, and exclusive access to the developments making a difference. Produced in collaboration with WSIU, The Impact Report showcases how SIU is leading as both a Research 1 institution and an Opportunity University.
New episodes air monthly on WSIU Public Television.
01/15/2026 - The Impact Report Episode Six
Featured Stories:
$2.1 million gift from Harvey and Collie Michaels
Dr. NewMyer Lobby Dedication
2025 Saluki Takeover Tour Texas
12th Annual Scholarship Dinner
SIU A to Z Book
Steve Wells Production Studio
WSIU Public Broadcasting
Episode 5: 11/20/2025
Learn more about the stories featured in this episode of The Impact Report.
Saluki Spooktacular Homecoming
Saluki Student Investment Fund 25th Anniversary Dinner
5th Annual Saluki Takeover Tour Chicago
Read MoreSaluki Food Pantry
Saluki Men's Basketball
Salukis Build Here
Episode 4: 10/09/2025
Learn more about the stories featured in the second episode of The Impact Report.
Charlotte Thompson Suhler School of Journalism and Advertising
Bob Odenkirk Returns to Campus
Saluki Takeover Tour Washington, D.C.
SIU Day of Giving Raises $5.7 Million
4th Annual Saluki Women's Weekend
Poshard Reads Poetry for Saluki Food Pantry
Salukis Build Here Press Conference
Distinguished Alumni Award
Support Marching Salukis
Halloween Homecoming
Episode 3: 09/11/2025
Learn more about the stories featured in the this episode of The Impact Report.
$4.5 Million Gift to Athletics
Hangar 9 Reopens
SIU Alumni Association Legacy Luncheon
Learn About Legacy Tuition Rate
Saluki Takeover Tour Indianapolis
Community Care and Education Center (CCEC)
Saluki Women's Weekend: October 3-4, 2025
Wildlife Habitat Education Center Groundbreaking
SIU Credit Union Trailhead Ribbon Cutting at Touch of Nature
3D Printing Lab
Saluki Student Investment Fund Celebrates 25 Years
Register for Celebration Dinner
Episode 2: 08/14/2025
Learn more about the stories featured in this episode of The Impact Report.
SIU Demolition Day at Old Greek Row
Able Flight
Tedrick Welcome Center Updates
Tilden "Tim" Parks Campus Lake Fountain Dedication
2025 Summer Enrollment Increases
SIU Alumni Association's Saluki Market
Episode 1: 06/12/2025
Learn more about the stories featured in the first episode of The Impact Report.
Campus Lake Fountain Project
Tedrick Welcome Center
Gower Translational Research Center Dedication
