University Housing Recognizes Residents on Dean’s List
On February 11, 2025, University Housing hosted a reception to recognize Southern Illinois University Edwardsville residents who achieved a place on the Fall 2024 Dean’s List. More than 70 recipients, along with their families, attended this year’s event. Campus administrators, faculty and staff were present to celebrate the students' academic accomplishments. The ceremony featured remarks from Mallory Sidarous, Director of University Housing.
In fall 2024, 1036 University Housing residents made the Dean’s List. This was a record number of residents making the fall Dean’s List. To make the Dean’s List, students must have a 3.5 or higher GPA. Four hundred and twenty-eight of those students had a 4.0 GPA in fall 2024.
When asked what made her determined to get on the Dean’s List, Jocelyn Nelson said, “I really got motivated by the quote ‘It’s not over until it’s over,’” and that really made me want to try harder until I could get the best grade I could in each class.”
Heaven Watkins who attended the event last year stated that her mom, who passed away when she was 12, is what motivates her to continue to do her best. “She wanted me to finish school and have a good career. That is why I came to college and strive for the best.”
In addition to the featured remarks, light refreshments and a photobooth were available for students and families. Dean’s List recipients also received a Dean’s List lapel pin, acknowledging their achievement.
Congratulations to all University Housing residents on your academic accomplishments for fall 2024!
For more information on the Dean’s List or other academic initiatives in University Housing, contact Rex Jackson, Associate Director of Residence Life, rjackso@siue.edu, 618-650-4251. Photos from the Dean’s List Reception may be viewed on Instagram and Facebook @siuehousing, Fall 2024 Dean’s List Reception.
Photos by Howard Ash
