Saluki Takeover Tour Memphis | SIU Foundation | SIU

Look out Memphis, the Salukis are taking over!

This October, the city of Memphis will officially become Saluki country. SIU alumni, friends of the university, students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join the fun during some of these exciting events. Hosting multiple events from Tuesday, Oct. 22, through Thursday, Oct. 24, Saluki pride will be on full display.

Register for the Chancellor's Reception here:

Each event will celebrate the Saluki spirit and offer the chance to reconnect with the university and build new relationships with fellow alumni and university officials. There will be multiple invitation-only events, but other events, including the Chancellor’s Reception, will be open to the public.

Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 6 p.m. - Chancellor's Reception

Chancellor Austin Lane is excited to host Memphis-area Salukis at a complimentary reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, at the iconic King Jerry Lawler's Hall of Fame Bar & Grille on Beale Street (159 Beale Street).

Join us at this legendary Memphis hotspot, where you'll experience the vibrant energy of Beale Street while connecting with fellow Salukis. This special event will feature a State of the University address from Chancellor Lane, providing insights into the latest developments at SIU and offering opportunities to engage with the chancellor and SIU leadership.

The event will be casual, in true Memphis style, but business casual attire is suggested (and maroon is always a great choice!). Enjoy complimentary appetizers and two free drinks as you soak in the atmosphere of one of the most famous streets in the world.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6 p.m. - Alumni Gathering at Meddlesome Brewing

Join us for a special alumni gathering at Meddlesome Brewing (7750B Trinity Road, Cordova, TN 38018) in Cordova, TN, on Wednesday, October 23 at 6 p.m. Enjoy an evening of connection and camaraderie with fellow Salukis, including a guided tour of the brewery. The owners are proud Carbondale natives and are excited to host us for the evening. This event is co-hosted by our newly formed Memphis Alumni Chapter, making it a great opportunity to meet and network with fellow Salukis in the area. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging event!

For more information, visit Meddlesome Brewing.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow Salukis, hear the latest updates from SIU, and experience a bit of Memphis magic.

Register for the Alumni Gathering at Meddlesome Brewing

Ready or not, Memphis, here come the Salukis. Go Dawgs!