The CDEI is hosting a series of Living Room Conversations for employees. These guided conversations are designed to help us dialogue across difference in order to create a more inclusive campus culture. Most UE students, faculty, and staff who have participated in a Living Room Conversation say they want to participate again, so come give them a try! Conversations work best in groups of 4-7 people, so registration is required. Each conversation last 60-90 minutes. Living Room Conversations are open to all UE staff, administrators, and faculty and can be used towards fulfilling requirements for the Passport to Inclusion.

To register to attend one of the conversations this semester or for more information, email center4dei@evansville.edu.

Social Identity: Wednesday, September 27 at 10:00 am

Disability & Ableism: Friday, September 29 at 12:00 pm

Status & Privilege: Wednesday, October 4 at 10:00 am

Gender: Thursday, October 5 at 1:30 pm

American Culture: Melting Pot or Salad Bowl: Wednesday, October 18 at 1:00 pm

Social Identity: Tuesday, October 24 at 2:00 pm

Political Stereotypes: Friday, October 27 at 12:00 pm

Beginning on or after September 26, the intersection of Walnut and Weinbach will be completely closed as part of the City of Evansville's Refresh project. The closure is expected to last for 30 to 45 days due to potential complications with the water force main connection. Work will not take place on holidays or weekends and the timing could also be impacted by weather.

Construction Work: The construction work will involve a complete rebuild of the intersection. This includes the connection of a new force water main, installation of storm sewers, updating traffic signals, creating ADA-compliant curbs, and constructing a concrete intersection.

Parking Changes: Parking in lot Q will be restricted to the south spaces near the curb along the Townhouses. All middle and north side spaces will be closed off, and orange barrels will be placed to facilitate safe delivery vehicle access to Central Receiving.

Parking Enforcement: We want to emphasize that the restrictions will be strictly enforced. Towing will only occur if a parked car creates a critical safety issue or blocks other vehicles from using the designated route. Our goal is to ensure safety and minimize disruptions during the construction period without unnecessary towing.

Traffic Flow: Signage will be placed at the entrance to the lot, directing traffic to make a right turn into the lot using the north lane. Additionally, signage on Walnut west of Rotherwood will indicate "No Thru Traffic Allowed." A barricade will be placed in the straight eastbound lane at the Rotherwood/Walnut intersection. Delivery vehicles will have a route around the barricade using the left turn lane.

Median Turnaround: Bollards on Walnut between Ridgway and Carson Center will be removed by Facilities to allow a turnaround in the median for delivery vehicles to exit through the westbound lane of Walnut. A stop sign will be placed at the turnaround to control the traffic entering the westbound lane.

Walking Safety Tips: Be predictable and ensure you follow the rules of the road and obey signs and signals and plan to walk on sidewalks whenever they are available. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic and as far from traffic as possible. Keep alert at all times; don’t be distracted by electronic devices that take your eyes (and ears) off the road. Whenever possible, cross streets at crosswalks or intersections, where drivers expect pedestrians. Look for cars in all directions, including those turning left or right. If a crosswalk or intersection is not available, locate a well-lit area where you have the best view of traffic. Wait for a gap in traffic that allows enough time to cross safely; continue watching for traffic as you cross. Never assume a driver sees you. Make eye contact with drivers as they approach to make sure you are seen. Be visible at all times by wearing bright clothing during the day and wear reflective materials or use a flashlight at night. Watch for cars entering or exiting driveways or backing up in parking lots. Avoid alcohol and drugs when walking; they impair your abilities and your judgment.

Alternative Parking for Team Buses: Team buses can use Lot H or Lot O during this time.

The Evansville Jazz Society is having a concert Sunday, September 24 at 4 PM in Wheeler Concert Hall.  The QR code in the attached poster links to the Evansville Jazz Society Facebook page for more information about this event.

The University of Evansville is excited to announce that UE Gives Back will take place on Friday, October 20th! With the approval of immediate supervisors and as schedules permit, employees may choose to volunteer on UE’s campus without scheduling a day of vacation.

If you would like to submit a potential project for the UE Gives Back volunteers to complete, please email Mike Averett (ma479@evansville.edu) before 5 P.M. on Friday, September 22nd.

If you have any questions, please email Rachel Roscoe (rr209@evansville.edu).

Did you know that during the “Fall 2023 Recycling Event,” a variety of electronic materials will be accepted for recycling at no charge.  Accepted items include, but are not limited to TVs, computers, monitors, printers, hard drives, laptops, fax/scanners, cell phones, DVD players, digital cameras, and cables/cords.

Copy machines and appliances, including microwaves, will NOT be accepted.

This program is for Vanderburgh County households only.  Items from businesses will not be accepted.”

Fall Event:  September 23, 2023, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Civic Center parking lot (9th & Walnut Streets)

For more information, please call the Vanderburgh County Solid Waste District at 812-436-7800.

The Tin City Archaeological Project turns 20 this year.  Join us to celebrate the only on-going campus excavation in the nation.  Students will be offering tours of the trenches in front of Neu Chapel and a variety of hands-on, family-friendly activities for archaeologists of all ages in the SOBA Atrium.  Tin City was a housing complex reserved for married veterans of World War II and the Korean War attending UE on the GI Bill.  Little was written about the complex, the veterans, or their families, so student excavators have been rediscovering a lost chapter in the history of the university.

The celebration will be between 10 am and 1 pm on Saturday, September 23.  At 12:30 we will be cutting a cake and giving away a free, limited-edition Tin City hoodie in the SOBA Atrium.

The Peters-Margedant House will be open for tours on Saturday, Sept. 23 for Family Weekend from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Please stop by to take a look around and meet our tour guides. These tours will be abbreviated to accommodate larger groups. To book a full tour at another time (45 to 60 minutes), please email the Peters-Margedant House Curator, Emily Wilderman at ew261@evansville.edu.

It's time once again for our annual CHILI COOK OFF!! Come to the Eatery on September 27, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM, and vote for this year's CHILI CHAMPION!! Updates on our socials @foodatue!

Eduardo Chavez, director, speaker, podcast host and grandson of legendary civil rights activist Cesar Chavez will be on the campus of University of Evansville on Monday, October 2nd, as part of the university's honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month.

"Hailing Cesar," a documentary directed by and featuring Chavez, will be shown at 5pm in the Eykamp Hall on the campus of the University of Evansville.

There will be a question and answer session with Chavez after the documentary.

Admission is free and open to the public.

UE's Center for Innovation & Change has partnered with the Red Cross and Alpha Phi Omega, our Co-Ed Service Fraternity, to help meet desperate need for blood in our community. Make plans now to donate blood on Tuesday, September 26, anytime between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.!

To make your appointment, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and type "UE" in the code or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Welcome to the Mental Wellness Bingo, your Fall Healthy Behavior Challenge! This challenge will run from September 25th - October 29th.

Mental health plays a big role in your overall well-being. The goal of this 5-week challenge is to take on a holistic approach to nurturing your overall mental health.

Each day, you will find a mental wellness activity on your bingo card that will touch on either:

• Nutrition
• Physical health
• Social health
• Connection
• Boundaries & Mindset

You do not have to go in order of the bingo card! Each day, choose an activity that best serves you in the moment. This will give you the chance to reflect on what you're in-need of during that time. We will also share some weekly mental wellness resources to give tips, tricks, and information to better your mental health.

Those who get a “blackout” and complete all of the daily activities will be entered into a gift card drawing. There will be 8 chances to win a $25 gift card! Earn a one-time $150 in HRA credits for successfully completing the challenge!!

Interested in signing up? 

Click the link here to get your name on the list: https://forms.gle/Z6daq3eD8hPVbi2ZA

**We will email you a bingo card at the start of the challenge!

Email Taylor at taylor.kollak@ascension.org for more information or questions.

If you are interested in running a ChangeLab in Spring '24 or have an idea that you'd like to develop into a ChangeLab, please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/efChbDmWJfEWD3LH7. Proposals are due by October 13! If you have any questions feel free to contact Andrew Carter at ac116@evansville.edu.

This coming Saturday, September 23rd, Rademacher's will be open from 8 am to 1:30 pm for Family Weekend. Why not grab a cup of coffee and catch up with your family? It's a great way to spend some quality time together.

The Office of Marketing is looking for a creative, outgoing, and responsible student to work with their office this semester.

This student worker would be helping us create and distribute content for the University's social media channels: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and more!

This paid position would be expected to work between four and five hours a week and help gather content at on-campus student events.

If you are interested in this position, please contact Abigail Perry at ap445@evansville.edu for more information.

The Office of Alumni and Engagement is excited to announce the latest edition of UE Magazine has landed in mailboxes! UE Magazine is published in the fall and spring each year. This edition, Legacies and Legends, celebrates the 100th Anniversary of the first graduating class of Evansville College. If you are part of a legacy family, please share your story with us at alumni@evansville.edu.

To view the magazine online, go to https://www.evansville.edu/alumni/stayingintouch.cfm.

The Offices of Public Safety, Residence Life, and Institutional Equity have begun utilizing a new student conduct software called Maxient. This system will assist offices in their duties. One of the features of Maxient is the sending of emails through the Maxient system to a university email address.  If you receive an email from "notfications@maxient.com", this is likely an important email outreach from a University Official.  The email will indicate that you have a letter and prompt you to log into the system using your UE credentials using the provided link.  Logging in will allow you to view the letter.

If you have any questions, you may reach out to the Office of Institutional Equity at titleix@evansville.edu.

The University of Evansville (UE) has formed a partnership with Ascend Indiana to connect more students to good and promising career opportunities in Indiana. Through the Ascend Network, the initiative's online job matching platform, UE students will be able to connect with Indiana jobs and internships that match their skill sets and interests and will receive increased one-on-one career guidance and job search support. In addition, this partnership provides Indiana's leading employers with a unique platform for hiring UE students.

Since its inception in 2017, Ascend has connected more than 4,000 Hoosiers with jobs and training opportunities in all sectors across the state. Nearly 700 employers are currently using the Network.

"We are thrilled to embark on this transformative partnership with Ascend Indiana, which will provide our University of Evansville students with enhanced career opportunities and invaluable one-on-one support," said Dianna Cundiff, director of the Center for Career Development. "This collaboration goes beyond the exceptional career assistance we already provide, offering our students a direct pathway to meaningful internships and jobs that align with their passions and skills. By connecting our students to Indiana's leading employers through the Ascend Network, we are reinforcing our commitment to their professional success and the continued growth of our community."

The Network adds a robust resource to the school's efforts to help students find jobs and internships that align with their career goals and provides a lens into the variety of companies and opportunities here in the Hoosier state.

"It is critical for Indiana to retain more college students with relevant skills and abilities to meet employer demand for talent," said Jason Kloth, president and CEO of Ascend Indiana. "Partnering with educational institutions such as the University of Evansville is essential to equipping students with the necessary tools to get their career started here through an internship or early-in-career job, as well as to helping employers connect to the talent they need."

The Ascend Network is a resource offered through the Center for Career Development and at no cost to students. Through the Network, students receive personalized job and internship recommendations that lead to meaningful careers in Indiana. During the job search, application and interview process, the Center for Career Development, will continue to provide individualized support and educational resources, in partnership with Ascend. Students can find out more information here: https://ascendindiana.com/.

About Ascend Indiana

An initiative of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP), Ascend Indiana is committed to making Indiana a place of economic opportunity for all. Ascend connects job seekers to good and promising career opportunities through an innovative job matching platform, the Ascend Network; catalyzes partnerships and provides consulting services to meet high-demand workforce needs through Ascend Services; and conducts research through Ascend Insights to enable systems-level change that positively impacts individuals throughout the state. To learn more, visit ascendindiana.com.

The Exercise Science and second year DPT students will be conducting community balance assessments as part of the Bronstein Geriatric Wellness Program.  We are looking for 24 participants who are 55 years or older to take part in these assessments.  Faculty will be present to assist the students throughout the assessments. Please share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested and able to participate.  The participant does not need to be able to walk but should at least be able to stand for the assessments.  

Who: Exercise Science and 2nd year DPT students

What:  DPT students will complete testing of your balance, educate you on the findings during the testing, and provide you with a home exercise program

When: 10/24/2023 Session 1 from 1:00-2:30 or Session 2 from 2:30-4:00

Where: Carson Center, Maikranz Gym

Why: To improve the balance and mobility of the community through the Bronstein Geriatric Wellness Program initiative

Participants can contact Dr. Charlene Nolen at ck39@evansville.edu to sign up or seek further information.

On March 23, 2018, the President signed Public Law 115-141, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018, which included an amendment to Section 473(b) of the Higher Education Act, authorizing the Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship.

Under this scholarship, a Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while performing as a public safety officer is eligible to receive a maximum Pell Grant for the award year for which the determination of eligibility is made.

Eligibility: 

• Student must be Pell-eligible and have a Pell-eligible EFC
• Student must be less than 24 years of age or enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of his or her parent’s or guardian’s death
• For purposes of the Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship, a public safety officer is:
  • As defined in section 1204 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 3796b); or
  • A firefighter or police officer, defined as an individual who is serving in accordance with State or local law as an officially recognized or designated member of a legally organized public safety agency and provides scene security or directs traffic in response to any fire drill, fire call, or other fire, rescue, or police emergency, or at a planned special event.

If you believe you are eligible, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services.

The University of Evansville Women's Basketball program is currently searching for male students who are interested in joining the program as practice players for the 2023-2024 academic year. Any full-time UE student, undergraduate or graduate, is welcome to apply. A good attitude, strong work ethic and previous basketball playing exeperince at the high school or a requisite level are required.

Students interested in being practice players must be available for multiple practices a week. Practice is typically held in the afternoon or early evening during the week, as well as multiple weekends.

Practice players will participate in day to day practice which include scrimmages versus the team, practice drills, opponent scouting and simulations designed by the coaching staff. Participants will also get hands-on experience in collegiate athletics working with coaches, players, support staff, and administration. This position offers valuable real-world experience for any student who is interested in pursuing a career in sports administration, coaching, or a related field. Lastly, practice players will experience an exciting, family-oriented environment that will positively impact their college experience.

In addition, participants will receive authentic team gear and occasional team meals.

Any students interested in being a practice player or who have any questions about the position should contact Van Klohmann at vk41@evansville.edu.

As part of our commitment to fostering academic excellence and enriching educational experiences at UE, we are excited to announce the launch of our annual Campus Giving Campaign as a part of FORWARD>> The Campaign for the University. Gifts to the university—no matter the size of the contribution—send powerful messages to our students about the importance of philanthropy in private education and about paying it forward. Thank you for your leadership in demonstrating this generosity.

New this year is an online workflow payroll deduction form, located at workflow.evansville.edu. Hover over the Advancement tab and select Giving Deduction to complete your payroll deduction selection. After submission, you will receive an email once it is processed by Payroll and University Advancement.

You have a special view of how philanthropy affects the university in diverse ways. We encourage you to choose how your support will make an impact inside the university. Your support has the power to shape lives, drive innovation, and build a stronger campus.

Payroll deduction also lends itself to becoming a President’s Club member, which is our gift society of donors who contribute at least $1,000 in combined gifts per fiscal year. One benefit of becoming a President’s Club member is receiving a campus parking hangtag which allows you to park anywhere on campus (except for the Admissions’ purple parking in front oval and handicap spots).

Every year, we come together as a community to make a collective impact that transcends the boundaries of our campus. This year is no different, and we invite you to join us in empowering the future generation of leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.

To learn more about FORWARD>> The Campaign for the University of Evansville, visit forward.evansvlle.edu.

If you have questions about giving, please contact University Advancement at x2586 or alumni@evansville.edu.

Thank you and go Aces!

"95% of your restricted gift will directly support that area of campus while 100% of your unrestricted giving will support the University's greatest needs operationally.

The University of Evansville Women's Basketball program is currently searching for students who are interested in joining the program as student managers for the 2023-2024 academic year. Any full-time UE student, undergraduate or graduate, is welcome to apply. A good attitude and a strong work ethic are required.

Students interested in a manager position must be available for both practices and games. Practice is typically held in the afternoon or early evening during the week, as well as many weekends. Managers should also be available to help with small group workouts during the fall and spring, in addition to accomplishing other tasks as needed.

Managers will get the opportunity to work at the Division 1 level and in the Missouri Valley Conference, one of the nation's premier mid-major conferences. Managers will also get hands-on experience in collegiate athletics working with coaches, players, support staff, and administration. This position offers valuable real-world experience for any student who is interested in pursuing a career in sports administration, coaching, or a related field. Lastly, managers will experience an exciting, family-oriented environment that will positively impact their college experience.

In addition, managers will receive team gear, and an opportunity to work their way up to traveling to away competition.

Any students interested in being a student-manager or who have any questions about the position should contact Van Klohmann at vk41@evansville.edu.

The Department of Art presents Hannah Evelyn Jone's exhibit "Mending Threads of Identity" in the Krannert Gallery through October 15, 2023.  Gallery hours are Mon - Sat 8:00am-8:00pm and Sun noon - 8:00pm.

The UE Friends of Art and the UE Department of Art present Billy Twymon's exhibit "Reflections: A Study of What One Sees" in the Melvin Peterson Gallery from Sept 5 through October 21, 2023.

Please join us for a reception and artist lecture in the Gallery on Thursday, September 14 at 6:30PM.

Gallery hours are Mon, Tues, Fri, & Sat 12:00pm - 3:00pm and Wed & Thurs 12:00pm - 6:00 pm.

University of Evansville sophomore forward Chrysta Vasquez’s fifth-minute goal helped the homestanding Purple Aces to a 1-1 draw against defending Missouri Valley Conference regular-season champion Valparaiso on Thursday night at UE’s Arad McCutchan Stadium.

Off a corner kick, Vasquez (Las Vegas, Nev./Coronado) gathered in a loose ball on top of the six-yard box and buried it into the back of the net for her first collegiate goal to give UE a 1-0 lead in the fifth minute.  UE would maintain the lead for the next 30-plus minutes, until Valparaiso was able to equalize on a corner kick of its own on a header by Chase Ray in the 37th minute.

In the second half, both offenses opened up, but both goalkeepers were up to the task to keep the scoreline tied 1-1.  In the 69th minute, it was Valpo’s Nikki Coryell coming up with the big save, as she stopped UE freshman forward Taylor Johnson’s (Evansville, Ind./Reitz) shot attempt on a breakaway to keep the match tied at one.  Then, in the 83rd minute, it was UE senior goalkeeper Myia Danek (Laingsburg, Mich./Laingsburg) playing the hero, as she stopped Valpo’s Aubrey Ramey on a breakaway attempt to keep the match level.

Johnson led UE’s offensive attack with a pair of shots on the night, while three different Valparaiso players fired two shots each.  

With the draw, Evansville sees its record go to 0-3-5 overall and 0-0-2 in the MVC.  Valparaiso, meanwhile, moves to 4-2-3 overall and 0-0-1 in the Valley.  Evansville will now hit the road for a pair of MVC matches, beginning on Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. when UE travels to Murray, Kentucky to take on the Murray State Racers.  Sunday’s match can be seen live on ESPN+.

The University of Evansville women’s soccer team will return home briefly on Thursday night to host reigning Missouri Valley Conference regular-season champion Valparaiso on “Girl Scout Night at UE.”  Kick-off is set for 6 p.m. and anyone involved in the Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana can get $3.00 tickets, with the chance of purchasing special scout patches for just $2.00.

For Evansville, Thursday’s match will be the only home match in UE’s first four Valley games, as the Purple Aces opened MVC play last Friday with a 1-1 draw at Illinois State.  Sophomore forward Amy Velazquez (Avon, Ind./Avon) scored her first career goal in the 82nd minute last Friday, and the UE defense limited Illinois State to just four shots on goal to earn the draw.  Defense has been UE’s calling card so far this year, as the Purple Aces have surrendered just seven goals through the first seven matches, and they have limited the opposition to just a 37.6 percent shot accuracy so far.

Valparaiso will play its first Valley match of the year on Thursday night, after going 4-2-2 in non-conference play.  Junior forward Addy Joiner currently leads the Beacons’ attack with five goals, as she ranks second in the MVC in goals scored.  Joiner earned first-team all-MVC honors a year ago at striker, and she helped Valparaiso earn the regular-season Valley crown with a league-best seven regular-season goals.

All-time, Evansville leads the series 11-5-4 over Valparaiso.  All-time in MVC play, UE leads the series 6-3-2.  Evansville and Valparaiso have played just twice in Evansville since the Beacons returned to the MVC in the sport of women’s soccer in 2017, with the Purple Aces posting a 1-0 win in 2018 and the two teams playing to a 0-0 draw in the COVID spring season of 2021.  Valparaiso has not won in Evansville since the 2004 season.

Thursday’s match can be seen live on ESPN+.

Missouri Valley Conference play opens this weekend with the University of Evansville volleyball team traveling to Murray State and Belmont.  Friday’s match against the Racers is set for a 6 p.m. start while the Purple Aces’ contest in Nashville versus the Bruins is set for 5 p.m. on Saturday; ESPN+ will carry both contests.

Top 5 in the NCAA

- Giulia Cardona continues to rank in the top five nationally in multiple offensive categories

- With 6.14 points per set, Cardona is best in the nation while her 13.75 attacks/set is second and her average of 5.25 kills/game ranks third in the NCAA

- In the final two matches of the DePaul Invitational, Cardona averaged 6.7 kills per frame as she recorded 24 against Northern Illinois and 23 versus DePaul

- One of the top servers in the nation, Cardona paces the MVC and is 13th in the NCAA with 0.61 aces per frame

Last Time Out

- Facing nationally ranked Tennessee last Friday, the Aces put forth a strong effort before dropping the match by a 3-0 final

- Evansville held a late 22-18 lead in the third set before a huge run by the Volunteers helped them clinch the match

- Melanie Feliciano had 10 kills in the contest while Giulia Cardona picked up 8 kills and 8 digs; Kora Ruff finished with 27 assists

Back to Form

- Melanie Feliciano put together her best weekend of the season at the DePaul Invitational

- Against DePaul, Feliciano set her season high with 22 kills and has at least 9 kills in 9 of Evansville’s 10 matches while ranking 7th in the MVC with 3.56 kills per set

- Defensively, Feliciano has chipped in 11 digs in four of the last six matches; her average of 2.69 per set is second on the team

Still Going Strong

- Kora Ruff briefly held the conference assist lead and enters the league slate ranked third with 10.77 helpers per game

- That average puts her 17th nationally

- Her serving has also been an asset to the Aces - with 0.40 aces per set, she is 5th in the Valley

- In the final two contests of the DePaul Invitational, Ruff averaged an unreal 14.57 assists including a season-high of 54 against Northern Illinois

- On the defensive side, Ruff set a new career mark with 18 digs against North Alabama and is 19th in the league with 2.63 per set

Scouting the Opposition

- Murray State enters Friday’s league opener with a 6-3 record

- They wrapped up last weekend with a 3-0 sweep over Georgia State after falling to Eastern Kentucky and Chattanooga in the first two matches of the weekend

- Dahlia Miller is one of the top defensive players in the MVC, pacing the league with 5.80 digs per set

- Standing at 6-8, Belmont dropped a 3-0 match to Lipscomb on Tuesday, ending a 2-match win streak

- Ally Peterson leads the way with 2.51 kills per set