The SIU Foundation dedicated the Mike Hanes Marching Salukis Band Tower Friday afternoon at Sam Rinella Field on the east side of the Carbondale campus.
Hanes came to SIU in 1965 and served as director of bands until his
retirement in 2005. He remained involved with the Marching Salukis until
he passed away in 2022.
Construction of the tower was partially funded by a gift from SIU alumni, Drs. Phil and Pam Pfeffer. The Pfeffers met while attending SIU in the 1960's. Pam was the head majorette, and Phil was field announcer.
To cover the remaining costs of the band tower construction, the SIU Foundation is asking others to make a similar investment. Donations can be made by searching for the “Mike Hanes Memorial Naming Fund” at siuf.org/give.
