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Construction Planning Posts Largest Drop Since March

2 years 11 months ago
From Construction Dive:  The Dodge Momentum Index, a benchmark that measures nonresidential building planning, dropped 6.5% in August due to slowdowns in both commercial and institutional projects, according to the Dodge Construction Network. August’s drop means the index, which peaked in December 2022 and typically leads actual construction spending by 12 months, has now contracted […]
Kacey Crawley

How Electrified Roads Could Help Fix America’s EV Charging Problem

2 years 11 months ago
From CNBC:  Electric vehicles are taking up an increasing percentage of the overall auto market share every year — rising from 4% in 2020 to 14% last year. Among the holdouts, a lack of charging infrastructure seems to be one of consumers’ most common reasons for not switching from gas to electric vehicles. But now, […]
Kacey Crawley

SIUE Faculty and Staff Welcome Residents During Housing Calls

2 years 11 months ago
EDWARDSVILLE – On Tuesday, Sept. 12, faculty and staff members from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville visited first-year residents in Bluff, Prairie and Woodland Halls and transfer students in Cougar Village Apartments. House Calls is designed to engage first-year and transfer students in conversation with faculty and staff early in their transition to campus. “House Calls is a valuable opportunity staff and faculty have to connect with residents in their living spaces,” said Mallory Sidarous, director of University Housing. “It is always a pleasure to talk with residents about their experiences in and out of the classroom since the start of the academic year.” The program provides the opportunity for residents to connect with a friendly face. House Calls saw great success with dozens of campus administrators connecting with residents about how they have been adjusting to on-campus living, classes, programs, student organizations, and any concerns

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