Join Delta Omega Zeta in its local sorority recruitment. Any unaffiliated women are welcome to come and have fun. Tuesday is Craft Night located in Room 271 in the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration Building from 7-9 p.m. Join them for fun crafts and snacks. Wednesday is Game Night in the Mortano Pit from 7-9 p.m. Thursday is a Spaghetti Dinner at the DOZ House (Weinbach and Lincoln)  from 5-7 p.m. Join them for fun times, free food, and meeting new friends!

Everyone is invited to the Newman Center's beginning of the year cookout tonight. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and more will be served from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., so feel free to stop by whenever you have a chance! The Newman Center is located at 1901 Lincoln Avenue, just across the street from the Koch Center side of UE's front oval. Contact campus minister Mike Roesch at mr201@evansville.edu with any questions. Everyone is welcome!
 

UE Libraries is offering brief library tours for new students during the next several days. Tours will be conducted by library staff members.

Schedule of tours follows. Meet for tours in entry lobby of the library. Come one, come all!

• Tuesday, August 28 at Noon / 4:00 p.m. / 8:00 p.m.

WUEV (UE’s campus radio station) and AcesTV (UE’s video production group) will have a joint “Call-Out” meeting for interested new members on Monday, August 27 from 5-6 p.m. in Eykamp 253, Ridgway University Center.  Come and learn what both groups have to offer, and how you can become involved, as positions are immediately available for interested students. For more information on the meeting, or for more information on WUEV and AcesTV, please contact WUEV & AcesTV General Manager Tom Benson via email at tb39@evansville.edu or by phone at extension 2689.

The Department of Religious Life and Wesley Fellowship are sponsoring a new Disciple Bible-study: Invitation To the Old Testament. In 8–10 weekly sessions, you are invited to explore the Old Testament’s story of God and God's calling of the people of Israel through the many "voices" of the biblical text. Hear the magnificence of a Creation hymn, discover the law and wisdom teachings, listen to the warning of the prophets and explore the poetry of the Song of Solomon.  Participants gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Old Testament as an integral part of the Christian Bible and a renewed discovery of our identity in God and God’s vision for all things. The campus community is invited to attend an informational meeting on Sunday, September 2 at noon in Grabill Lounge (lower level of Neu Chapel).

The University of Evansville Aces Dance Team invites all eligible students to audition for the Dance Team for the 2012-2013 season. Auditions will be held on August 30 from 8 pm to 10 pm and August 31 from 6 pm to 9 pm. The first day of auditions will consist of learning a short, choreographed dance and practicing technique. The second day will consist of showing examples of required technique, preforming the choreographed routine, showcasing 1 minute of original original choreography to music (this should be prepared prior to auditions), and a short interview. Auditions will be held in the Small Gym of the Carson Center.

Information about the 2012-2013 season will be provided at the call out meeting on August 27 from 9 pm to 10 pm in Room 113, Carson Center.

A private or video audition may be arranged if needed and will be allowed at the discretion of the coaching staff.

There is a $20 audition fee. Please refrain from wearing baggy clothing during auditions. Footwear is required.

More information is available at gopurpleaces.com

Please contact Coach Arata with any questions or concerns at ma112@evansville.edu or 502-689-4085. We hope to see you at auditions!
 

The Center for Student Engagement has gone mobile. By downloading a new app hosted by Oohlala, students can see what activities and events are happening on campus. Sort of a “Flush Flash on your phone”. To get the new app, go to gotoohlala.com from any smartphone device to download the app today. On Monday through Wednesday next week, there will be a contest to win a Google Nexus 7 tablet. You must have the app to be able to play the game. More details will be shared about Oohlala and the game at the Organization Fair on Sept. 3 from 4-7 p.m. on the East Terrace Lawn.

The annual fall health screenings are scheduled Sept 10 and 11.  You may also register for the fall Healthy Lifestyle Challenge then, too.  Additional information will appear in AceNotes next week. 

If you have questions about wellness credits or wellness offerings and services, please see the nurse on August 27 in Koch North, 1-3 p.m. The nurse is also available in the Fitness Center on August 30 and in Krannert lobby Sept. 6; both times are 9 -11 a.m.

A complete listing of the wellness nurse schedule, health screenings dates, Healthy Lifestyle Challenge dates, and flu shot offerings is always available in AceLink>Human Resources>Wellness.

The deadline for students to change their meal plan is 5:00 pm, Wednesday August 29.  Meal plans change requests can be entered by clicking here.
 

Classes began Monday at Harlaxton College, the British Campus of the University of Evansville, with 154 students in attendance. 

The fall student body includes students from the University of Evansville and Baker University (Kansas), Bethany College (Kansas), Eastern Illinois University (Illinois), Florida Southern College (Florida), Hannibal-LaGrange University (Missouri), Hope College (Michigan), Judson University (Illinois), Lawrence Technological University (Michigan), Marian University (Indiana), Martin Methodist College (Tennessee), Texas Woman’s University (Texas), the University of Mary Washington (Virginia), the University of Southern Indiana (Indiana), the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (Wisconsin), Wabash College (Indiana), Western Kentucky University (Kentucky), and Young Harris College (Georgia).  UE faculty members teaching at Harlaxton this term include Rob Montgomery (Marketing), Melissa Rea (Nursing), and David Unger (Engineering).   

The Harlaxton curriculum features the core interdisciplinary course, the British Experience, and a range of classes in the liberal arts and pre-professional studies.  Course-related field trips and optional weekend travel provide opportunities to engage the culture both in Britain and beyond.  Harlaxton College recently celebrated its 40th anniversary serving as the British Campus of the University of Evansville and providing world-class education in a splendid English manor house in the East Midlands countryside. 
 

Financial Aid Eligibility and Academic Schedule Changes: Importance of Finalizing Schedule Changes by Tuesday, August 28

It is important to understand the connection between your academic activity and financial aid eligibility. Please see a counselor in the Office of Financial Aid if you have questions.

TUESDAY,  AUGUST 28 - This is the last day to add a class for the fall semester.  It is also the last day to drop a class without a ‘W’ grade appearing on your transcript.  If you are CERTAIN that you intend to drop a course, while still remaining in at least 12 new credits (full-time), it is important to complete the process on or before Tuesday, August 28.

The number of credit hours for which you are enrolled as of Wednesday, Aug. 29 will be your official "attempted" credits used in May 2013 in the calculation for determining if you meet the federal, state and University standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for aid renewal. If you drop a course after Tuesday, August 28 a “W” will appear on your transcript, and will count as “attempted” but not “earned.”

View the full University of Evansville policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid Renewal.

DROPPING BELOW FULL-TIME ENROLLMENT BEFORE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 – Full-time students who are considering dropping below full-time enrollment (12 credits) or part-time students who reduce their course load before Thursday, September 20 could have their charges and financial aid adjusted dramatically. Before September 20, please consult with a financial aid counselor prior to dropping courses.  After September 20, charges and aid remain fixed, even if enrollment is less than full-time.

REPEATED COURSES – If your current schedule includes repeated courses which you have already passed, it is especially important to speak with a financial aid counselor in advance of changing your schedule.  New federal regulations may govern your aid eligibility in a more restrictive way.

The Fitness Center locker fees for the fall are due now. Please pay at the Fitness Center office or front desk.

Ron Newlin of the Indiana Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union will be on campus Tuesday, August 28. He is interested in determining what level of interest there might be to establish a campus chapter at UE. Professor of Philosophy Dick Connolly is willing to help out and serve as advisor for this coming year. Any students or faculty interested in meeting with Newlin or getting involved with a campus chapter should contact Connolly at 488-2079 or by email at dc25@evansville.edu. It would be helpful to let Connolly know when you might be available on Tuesday, should you like to meet Newlin.

Need to get connected? Enrich your life? Experience more? Check out the initial Define Your Life Fall Line-Up for this Fall: Fall2012 DYL Events
 

The Writing Center will "officially" open at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 4. Online appointments with a writing mentor may be made online by going to http://Acelink.evansville.edu, clicking on "Areas" and then on "Writing Center." To make an appointment to see a mentor before Sept. 4, please email Director of Academic Support Services Linda Bathon at lb24@evansville.edu with your request at least 24 hours before the date and time you prefer.

:Fall Fitness Center classes begin Sept 3! The class schedule is as follows:
Insanity  - Monday through Friday  6:30 -7:30 am

Insanity – Monday through Friday  5-6 p.m.

Total Fitness-  Monday and Wednesday  9-10:00 a.m.

Weight Training – Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Wallyball – Tuesday (Competitive) and Friday (Beginner) 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Zumba (day class) – Monday and Wednesday 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Zumba (evening class) Wednesday 6-7 p.m.

Basic Cardio – Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 -1:00 p.m.

Noon Time Basketball  -Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Hip Hop Abs – Tuesday and Thursday  1:00- 2:00 p.m.

Pilates – Tuesday and Thursday  4:00 -5:00 p.m.

Yoga – Tuesday and Thursday 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Piloxing – Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Line Dancing – Tuesday 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Brazilian Dance – Thursday 6:00 -7:00 p.m.

Associate Professor of Biology Joyce Stamm and her husband, Associate Professor of Physics John Stamm welcomed a new daughter on Friday, August 17. Her name is Charlotte and she weighed six pounds and four ounces.

The University of Evansville volleyball team wrapped up play at the Wildcat Classic with a 3-0 loss against Cal State Northridge. The Matadors won in the fashion of a  25-22, 26-15 and 25-14 sweep.

Sophomore Ashley Ring led the Aces’ offense with 15 kills, hitting .257 on the day. Junior Katie Klages tallied 11 digs in the back row while freshman Kim Deprez totaled 9 digs on defense. The Aces combined for seven blocks as team, with junior Rachel TenHoor notching four block assists while junior Lauren Seyller accounted for Evansville only solo block of the contest.

The loss puts the Aces at 1-2 after the opening weekend. Evansville will return to action next weekend with matches against Alabama A&M, Morehead State and Northern Kentucky at the Morehead State Tournament.

Dylan Terry and Jesse Sharp recorded goals in the first period as the University of Evansville men’s soccer team overcame a late charge to defeat Belmont, 2-1, on Sunday at Arad McCutchan Stadium.Terry opened up the scoring just 13 minutes in before Sharp registered a goal 24 minutes later.  The Aces outshot Belmont by an 11-7 margin as Faik Hajderovic notched four shots along with an assist.  Sharp tallied three shot.

Dylan Terry, who scored a pair of goals in the preseason, notched his first of the regular season at the 14-minute mark, scoring on a breakaway and making a move on Belmont goalie Jordan Leedle.  Hajderovic assisted on the goal as UE took the 1-0 advantage.

Later in the first period, Jesse Sharp had a close opportunity in front of the net, but the rocket off of his foot was corralled by the BU goalie.  Sharp got his revenge with just over seven minutes remaining in the half as he knocked a rebound in goal.  Ryan Stallings lined a shot that was saved by Leedle, but Sharp got the rebound as knocked it home to put UE up 2-0.

Belmont came out charged up after halftime, scoring their first goal of the game as Nico Olsak assisted Raphael Colmanett to put the Bruins on the board. 

Evansville clamped down on its defense after allowing the goal and held on to earn its second victory of the season.  The Bruins tipped the field their way in the latter minutes, but the defense for UE was able to find its way out of trouble each time to hang on for its second victory in as many contests.

The men play one match next weekend as they travel to Georgia State for a 6 p.m. match.
 

 Evansville scored a pair of goals in a span of two minutes while Chaviel Harrison made three saves as the Purple Aces women’s soccer team earned a 2-0 shutout at Murray State on Sunday afternoon.The Aces notched 19 shots with nine being on goal while limiting Murray State to just seven shots and three on goal.

Evansville put an offensive onslaught onto the Racers, registering six shots in the opening 24 minutes.  Those efforts paid off as UE recorded a pair of goals in a span of less than two minutes. 

At the 24:55 mark of the opening stanza, Kayla Smith notched her first goal of the season, scoring unassisted.  They kept the momentum going as less than two minutes later, Abby Spring found Kristen Davis, whose shot found the back of the net to give the Aces a 2-0 advantage.

Defense took over at that point as the pair of goals proved to be the difference in the shutout win. 

Freshman Abby Springer led all players with five shots while tallying an assist.  Kasey Cartwright registered four shots while Stephanie Thompson finished the match with three. 

Next weekend, the Aces will be back in action with a pair of road matches, beginning Friday at Belmont before the travel to Purdue on Sunday afternoon.
 

The Student Only entrance for soccer games will be through the southeast gate near the tennis courts. Students receive free admission to all Athletic events, and will need their IDs for admission and to receive points for the Student Rewards Program. The gate will open an hour before game time.