Although not unique to Eastern Illinois, 29 colleges and universities currently use Panthers as their athletic mascot, a number that has grown from seven schools when the mascot was selected.

CHARLESTON -- Leaders at Eastern Illinois University unveiled a new Panther logo Wednesday for the university to modernize the Eastern athletics brand. Instead of depicting the side view of a ...

Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles @ Eastern Illinois Panthers. Current Records: Southern Indiana 8-11, Eastern Illinois 5-14. How To Watch. When: Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. ET; ...

UT Martin Skyhawks @ Eastern Illinois Panthers. Current Records: UT Martin 12-9, Eastern Illinois 10-11. How To Watch. When: Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. ET; ...

Pat Bryant #13 of the Illinois Fighting Illini catches a pass for a touchdown while defended by Zay Gentry #16 of the Eastern Illinois Panthers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on ...