ONE DAY, ONE SIUE – Day of Giving Celebration

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Join Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, as we “Soar to New Heights” during this special celebration recognizing successful collaborations among our faculty and staff, students, alumni and friends, and community partners.

Enjoy an unforgettable evening at the new SIUE Health Sciences Complex as we come together to celebrate generosity, partnership, and Cougar pride.

Hot Air Balloons (weather permitting)

Food & Drinks – served while supplies last

Free One Day, One SIUE T-shirts - available to the first 500 guests (while supplies last).

Live Music by the - Featuring the legendary voice of the St. Louis Blues’ National Anthem for 19 years

6:00 p.m. - The Celebration Begins

6:30 p.m. – Welcome, Remarks, & Check Presentations

7:00 p.m. – Live Music Begins

Come for the balloons, stay for the music, and celebrate with us!

• Join our community of supporters
• Elevate your business profile
• Forge strategic partnerships
• Amplify your brand by showing your support for SIUE

Give to ONE DAY, ONE SIUE to make an immediate impact on our students, faculty, staff, and future generations of Cougars by visiting . While you’re there, consider becoming a ONE DAY, ONE SIUE sponsor.

Complimentary parking is available in Lots P5 and P6.

Contact Julie Babington

618-650-2378

[email protected]

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