Eastern Illinois University Alumni Association

09/01/2026

Black Alumni Network Social
September 26
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Avondale Bowl | Chicago

Join fellow Panthers for an evening of connection, celebration, and community at the Black Alumni Network Social. Hosted at the historic Avondale Bowl, this gathering brings together Black alumni and friends of Eastern Illinois University for a fun and welcoming night of networking, conversation, and friendly competition.

Sign up here: https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/event-ban-2026.php

09/01/2026

Join the Advancement team at EIU!

We’re seeking a Graphic Designer to support our growing donor relations and alumni engagement efforts.
The application deadline is Sept. 11.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with them! https://www.eiu.edu/jobs/posting.php?id=596

08/27/2026

08/24/2026

Panther pride is hitting the road! 🐾💙

Join us in Normal for the 114th Mid-America Classic as EIU takes on Illinois State. Start the day with fellow Panthers at the official EIU Tailgate before cheering on the Panthers at kickoff!

📅 September 19
🏈 Tailgate: 11 a.m. | Kickoff: 2 p.m.

Register for the tailgate today!
https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/event-eiuvsisu-2026.php

08/21/2026

Move-In Week is here, and so are the Panther Pals!

Remember unloading your car and hauling all your stuff up those residence hall stairs? Panther Pals to the rescue!

Since 1982, these amazing students have been making move-in day a little easier for the next generation of Panthers!

08/19/2026

EIU Night Out in Chicago: Lakefront Fireworks Dinner Cruise
August 26
6:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Spirit of Navy Pier | Chicago

Set sail aboard the Spirit of Navy Pier for a night of skyline views, great company, and one of Chicago’s most iconic summer traditions - fireworks over Lake Michigan.

More info here: https://www.eiu.edu/alumni/event-chicago-cruise-2026.php

08/14/2026

Panther pride in every decade. 💙 Come home to Eastern this Homecoming, October 23–24.
What decade did you call Eastern home?

08/11/2026

Who remembers?

08/10/2026

As summer winds down, we’re busy planning a fun fall full of opportunities to connect with fellow Panthers!

We’re headed to Chicago, Normal, Indy, and Denver this fall, with plenty of chances to reconnect with EIU and fellow alumni.

And, of course, we hope you’ll make plans to come back to campus for Homecoming! 💙

See what’s coming up and find all the details here:
https://go.eiu.edu/events

07/31/2026

Where did you live your first year at Eastern? Bonus points if you remember your room number!