Carbondale, Ill. – The state is investing $1.5 million into SIU for improved lighting along campus walkways.

Governor Pat Quinn made the announcement on campus Thursday. He says the state will provide 400 new LED lights around campus in order to increase safety and peace of mind.

SIU has been working on the project for a few years, spending $1 million before money ran out. When the university raised another $500,000, the state matched with a $1.5 million dollar grant.