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Discover The Wedge, Powered by SIUE
The Wedge Innovation Center in Alton is where community, creativity, and career development come together. Powered by Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, this vibrant 55,000-square-foot space blends cutting-edge research, professional development, and community engagement to fuel economic growth across the region. Whether you’re a local entrepreneur, a curious community member, or just looking for inspiring events, The Wedge has something for you. From geospatial insights to business bootcamps, SIUE brings world-class expertise into an accessible, welcoming space for all. It’s not just a building—it’s a movement toward a smarter, stronger future. Come see what’s happening at The Wedge and how you can be part of it.
View upcoming events here: https://www.thewedgealton.com/#events

SIUE is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater. A premier metropolitan university, SIUE is creating social and economic mobility for individuals while also powering the workforce of the future. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live.

Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River’s rich bottomland and only a short drive from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 12,500.

SIUE awards degrees in undergraduate and graduate programs encompassing the arts, sciences, nursing, education, health, human behavior, business and engineering. The Schools of Dental Medicine and Pharmacy award first-professional doctoral degrees in dental medicine (DMD) and pharmacy (PharmD). Doctoral degrees are available in nursing practice and educational leadership. The University also offer six cooperative Doctor of Philosophy degrees in conjunction with SIUC: education, engineering, history, computer science, environmental resources and policy, and pharmacology and neuroscience (with the SIUC School of Medicine).

SIUE is an NCAA Division I member of the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference as affiliate members in men’s wrestling.