Cosplay, celebrities and community: Saluki Con draws crowds to SIU

Capes, costumes and camera flashes filled the Southern Illinois University Student Center this weekend as Saluki Con 2026 brought students and community members together for two days of panels, vendors and celebrity appearances. The annual convention, held April 18-19 this year, featured a mix of pop culture, science and creative programming, including workshops, anime screenings... Source: https://dailyegyptian.com/124080/showcase/cosplay-celebrities-and-community-saluki-con-draws-crowds-to-siu/