Did you know that during the “Fall 2024 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 28, 2024, 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 Hispanic Latine Student Union (HLSU) and the Center for Inclusive Excellence (CIE) are pleased to invite students, faculty, staff to the screening the documentary Cholitas (with English subtitles) this Thursday, September 26th from 6pm to 7:30pm in the Ridgway Student Center -  Eykamp (2nd floor).    It's a very inspiring story of a group of Indigenous Bolivian women who join forces to break through societal stereotypes and expectations of gender and machismo.    Faculty members, if you would like to give your class extra credit for attending this event, please email Dr. Rodríguez Quevedo (dr130@evansville.edu), and we'll have an attendance sheet set up for your class.    We look forward to having you join us on Thursday!

Indulge in a tantalizing experience on September 26th as we showcase our exquisite cold brew coffee bases paired with classic vanilla ice cream and an array of delightful toppings. Join us at our table in Ridgeway next to Ace's Place for an unforgettable treat. Elevate your next event with this irresistible combination and leave your guests impressed. Don't miss out!

University of Evansville alumna Carrie Preston ’89 is voicing the Giant in the Department of Theatre’s upcoming production of INTO THE WOODS. Preston stars as the title role in the CBS comedy, Elsbeth. She has appeared in other popular TV shows, such as True Blood, Claws, The Good Fight, and The Good Wife, receiving an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in 2013 for her role, as Elsbeth Tascioni, in the latter. Preston has also appeared in several movies, including The Holdovers, Doubt, and My Best Friend’s Wedding. In addition, she has appeared on Broadway in The Rivals, The Tempest, and in Festen, originating the role of Mette.

INTO THE WOODS opens at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 4, in Shanklin Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., on Oct. 5, 17, 18, 19, and at 2:00 p.m., on Oct. 20. Adult ticket prices are $20 and $18 for senior adults, UE employees, and non-UE students. UE students may obtain one free student rush ticket beginning at 12 p.m. on the day of the performance they wish to attend.  In addition, UE Theatre is excited to continue their “Pay What You Will” initiative this season.  Every Thursday evening performance in Shanklin Theatre is available for any person to pay any price that best fits their budget.  Single tickets may be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031, Monday through Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Join the Center for Student Engagement for the next workshop of its newly developed Leadership Lunch and Learn Series!

The Center for Student Engagement is excited to introduce a new leadership development framework that combines the Social Change Model of Leadership Development and Corey Seemiller's Student Leadership Competencies. This framework provides a holistic approach to cultivating impactful student leaders.

This lunch and learn series will explore the key elements of this framework, including:

- Developing personal values, group values, and a commitment to social change
- Building essential leadership skills and competencies such as communication, decision-making, and ethical responsibility
- Applying these principles to real-world leadership opportunities and challenges

Through interactive discussions and collaborative activities, participants will gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their leadership journey at the University of Evansville.

All students are invited and lunch will be provided for the first 15 people in attendance! RSVP on UEngage is required. Registration can be found HERE.

Sessions will take place on the first Wednesday of each month during the Fall Semester and cover the following topics:

- Self- Understanding (September)

- Group Development (October)

- Citizenship in Society (November)

To head up the next installment of this series, Dr. Rachel Carpenter, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, will be using her experience and expertise in group dynamics and problem solving to help students better undersand how they can work together toward a common goal and also be able to collaboratively address any issues that may arise.

For any questions, please reach out to the Center for Student Engagement at cse@evansville.edu.

This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled.

Featuring Charles du Preez (clarinet), with guests Mark Hatlestad (viola), Graham Cullen (cello), and Tom Drury (piano).

Join us Tuesday, September 24 at 7:30 in Wheeler Concert Hall for a night of musical marvels.

These performances will take the listener on a journey of many emotions over the course of three very unique pieces. The recital will begin with Rebecca Clarke’s beautiful duo for clarinet and viola, Prelude, Allegro, and Pastorale. Composed in 1941, but only discovered in 1989, this gem takes the listener on a voyage through melancholy and nostalgia.

inti figgiz-vizueta’s piece no words, for clarinet and electronics “confronts the increased police surveillance in gentrified neighborhoods, drawing and reflecting on the composer’s experiences growing up in a majority Black and Salvadoran community and hood in Washington, D.C.” This piece involves electroacoustic clarinet, and creates a space of exploration, inquiry, and reflection. Expect unusual sounds and a loud volume in this conceptual piece, composed in 2019.

The final selection on the program, Beethoven’s Trio in B flat major, Op. 11, showcases the virtuosity of the clarinet, cello, and piano; the excitement of the composer exudes throughout. Written early in Beethoven’s career, the Trio bases the theme of the final movement on a popular opera song from the composer’s day. Considering the amount of sampling that takes place in current popular music, examples like the Trio serve to form and solidify the link between Beethoven and the popular music of the present era.

Hope to see you there!

The Center for the Advancement of Learning invites you to participate in the upcoming workshop “Building Effective Teams,” on Thursday, September 26, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Eykamp Hall, Room 252.

Led by Dr. Tad Dickel, leadership expert and Faculty Director of the MS in Leadership program, this interactive session will empower you to:

• Define your team’s purpose
• Set clear goals and expectations
• Strengthen communication
• Navigate challenges effectively

Strong teams are essential to success, and this workshop will provide the insights and tools needed to elevate your leadership and team-building skills.

This workshop is free for UE employees. A lunch option is available for $12, or feel free to bring your own! To secure your spot and purchase a lunch, register by Thursday, September 19, using the link below.

Lunch/Workshop Registration

If you prefer to attend and bring your own lunch, email cal@evansville.edu by Thursday, September 19.  Space is limited, so register early!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Employees - Ascension St. Vincent is providing mobile mammography services for the University of Evansville. The mobile mammography bus will be located next to the Krannert Building on October 9th from 9:00AM - 2:00PM. Please click the link below to sign up for an appointment time! An Ascension Breast Center representative will call you prior to your appointment date to verify all necessary registration information.

Click here to register

Save the date for the UE Majors and Minors Fair on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in Eykamp Hall.

Faculty and students along with campus support teams will provide information about their discipline, professional outcomes, education programs, academic support, social innovation, and much more.

Watch for additional information coming soon. Contact Paula Heldt at ph28@evansville.edu or 812-488-2479 with questions.

Engineering, Business, & Technology Career Fair

Tuesday, September 24

12:30pm-3:00pm

Eykamp Hall, Ridgway University Center

Register in Handshake TODAY!

The new September 2024 issue of Crescent Magazine, proudly created by Student Media, is now available! Online and in print at strategic locations on campus.  This month’s cover story by Grace Gleisner dives deep into the importance of foreign language learning, challenging the notion that English alone is insufficient in our increasingly globalized world. Grace explores the widening gap between American and European language learners, highlighting how the decline in language education in the U.S. could leave us at a disadvantage on the world stage.

Additional Stories in This Issue:

• Go Back to Your Country: A powerful personal essay exploring identity, belonging, and

   the impact of racism in America, written anonymously.

• Book Reviews: By Morgan Bassett

Check out our reviews of five must-read books:

• None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell (Mystery/Thriller)

 • James by Percival Everett (Historical Fiction)

 • The Act of Disappearing by Nathan Gower (Mystery/Historical Fiction)

 • Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir (Science Fiction)

 • Butcher and Blackbird by Brynne Weaver (Romance)

 • Harlaxton Hijinks by Gabriel Long: Join Gabriel on an adventurous journey to Wales filled

     with unexpected twists and memorable moments.

Fireside Aces Radio is also buzzing with exciting new content! Check out the latest episodes of our brand-new podcasts and radio shows: Visit the website to listen or say, “Alexa, play Fireside Aces Radio” on your Alexa-enabled device.

• The Couch with Julian Shellnutt

• Relationships with Elijah Hamilton

• Unscripted with Chance McDowell and Autumn Mosley

• The Monday Nerve with Beverley Buchanan, airing every Monday from 11 AM to 1:30 PM,

    dives into the legacy of Nirvana and the music they inspired.

• The Friday Nerve, also hosted by Beverley Buchanan, airs every Friday from 11 AM to 2

   PM, celebrating female punk, folk, independent, and alternative rock. (Note: This show is

   not for the racist, sexist, or homophobic—leave your hate at the door!)

• The Burn List takes over weekdays at 4 PM, where you can unwind with a playlist of songs

   loosely tied together by the theme of fire.

• Moment of Ren offers a moment of calm and discovery amidst the hustle, perfect for

   unwinding with something new.

• Royalty on the Radio with Andrea Lenser, airing Sundays from 12 PM to 1 PM, is a tribute

   to Queen with a personal mixtape of Andrea’s favorite songs.

• Musical Madness, also hosted by Andrea Lenser, brings the best of stage and movie

   musicals every Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM.

(Caution: Strong language and mature themes may appear.)

About Student Media:

Student Media is a student organization that produces media content for the University of Evansville students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni. Student Media produces and creates content for The Crescent Magazine, an online and print publication that distributes 1,500 copies across campus three times a semester. The magazine serves as an open forum for the university community, focusing on student life, campus news, features, sports, and select local and general interest items. In addition to the magazine, Fireside Aces Radiois also produced and run by Student Media, featuring curated playlists, pre-recorded and live shows created by University of Evansville students, and is home to 20 podcasts from numerous majors and interests across campus.

There are opportunities to join Student Media for credit, through practicums, electives, or volunteer positions. We also hire students through federal work-study and offer other paid positions when available. Any student, regardless of year or major, is invited to inquire about working with us.

Read the new issue: September 2024 Edition

Tune into Fireside Aces Radio: Fireside Aces Radio

Check out our podcasts and radio shows: Fireside Aces Podcasts

Visit our website: Crescent Magazine

Follow us on social media:

• Facebook: UECrescentMagazine

• Instagram: crescentmagazine

Stay informed, entertained, and connected with the latest from Student Media—there’s something for everyone!

Happy reading and listening!

Julian Shellnut's, "The Couch," second episode is out now! In this episode, Julian talks about the NFL week 2nd predictions, fantasy football, Bryce Young being benched, and more! Tune in to hear all about everything sports!

Thank you to all the employees who attended our first annual employee benefit fair last week. Each vendor that was in attendance brought valuable information and resources to share with our members. NFP, TrueRx, Anthem, Wellbridge, Reliance, Ascension Medical Clinic, HealthJoy were all happy to answer questions one on one to help our employees better understand their benefits.

As promised, prizes have been awarded for participation in the Benefit Fair. Help me wish a big congratulations to the following winners:

• Dale Edwards - $50 Amazon Gift Card
• Terry Voges - $25 Gift Card
• Sarah O'Leary - $25 Gift Card
• Jessica Snow - $25 Tango E-Gift Card
• Faith Fox - Google Nest
• Stephanie Stoll - 40 oz Tumbler
• Cindy Felts - 2 Season Passes for the 2024 - 25 Shanklin Theatre

Mark your calendars for the next opportunity to meet your insurance representatives and hear updates on benefit plans during next spring's Benefit Open Enrollment, April 1 - 2, 2025. As always, please contact Lori LeDuc in the Office of Human Resources for any benefit related questions.

Hi all! College Mentors for Kids is still looking for mentors for our 2024 - 2025 school year. This is a great opportunity to build connections, build social skills, and have fun. This is also not a huge commitment, just two hours a week on Wednesdays. If interested please email ak427 or ds376.

In April, Sylvia DeVault ’85 was promoted to Senior Director of Major Gifts and has recently relocated across the street to the MGO offices at 525 Rotherwood, where the remainder of the on-campus team is situated. In her new role, Sylvia oversees the Major Gifts Team while also continuing her duties related to corporate and foundation relations. The team is committed to exceeding the FORWARD Campaign goal by securing funding for scholarships, endowed professorships, capital projects, and other programmatic support.

Michelle Conklin has been a committed member of Advancement Services since 2021 and is now serving as the new Administrative Assistant for the Major Gifts Team. Michelle is excited to broaden her understanding of fundraising and grants from a new viewpoint as she continues her studies in the Organizational Leadership program at our university.

The Rest of the MGO Team

Abigail Werling M’09 – Vice President for University Advancement – Oversees all University Advancement efforts – Works from the Igleheart Building

Ayana Blair M’23 – Corporate and Foundation Relations Officer – School of Engineering Liaison – Works remote from Madison, WI

Chelsi Moore – Major Gifts Officer – College of Education & Health Science Liaison – Works from 525 Rotherwood

Damian Thompson ’03 – Major Gifts Officer, East Coast Region – Works remote from New York City

Kelly Gates ’99 – Athletics Major Gifts Officer – Works from 525 Rotherwood and Carson Center

Pat Barner – Planned Giving Officer – Schroeder Family School of Business Administration – Works from the Igleheart Building

Rachael Burt ’96 – Major Gifts Officer, Indianapolis Region – Works remote from Carmel, IN

Tyler White ’14, M’18 – Major Gifts Officer – Ridgway College of Arts & Sciences Liaison – Works from 525 Rotherwood

Every contribution, regardless of its size, is valuable. Please follow the link below to make a difference.

“ For it is in GIVING that we RECEIVE. ”

forward.evansville.edu

UE Mathematics Assistant Professor Omid Khormali and his collaborators, UE Computer Science Assistant Professor Maxwell Omwenga, and UE students Andrew Thompson and Bakhrom Nasurullaev, are working to build and validate a bottom-up databasing system and a fully functioning portal for Forest Health data reporting and quantitative trend analyses.

The First Year Seminar Department would like to congratulate Eric D. Braysmith, adjunct professor of First Year Seminar, as he was awarded the Community Spirit Award from the Victory International Film Festival in Evansville on Saturday. They stated his dedication to the local film making community, running a community film series for nearly 30 years, and his work on the restoration of the Victory Theatre in the late 90s. His dedication to these projects and others have enriched the local film community in countless ways.

Sophia Caci is a UE Senior majoring in Archaeology and Anthropology. She had her first article published, “Disability Inclusion in Archaeology”, in June 2024 on the Enabled Archaeology Foundation website. During her semester at Harlaxton, Sophia conducted a research project comparing practices of Community Archaeology between the UK and the US. While conducting her research, she discovered the Enabled Archaeology Foundation (EAF) and had the good fortune to interview Sarahjayne Clements, communications officer, in March 2024 and discovered the important work EAF does in making the field of archaeology accessible to those with disabilities. She was later invited to use her research to write an article for the site and was excited and proud of the opportunity to share her insight. You can read her article here: Disability Inclusion in Archaeology.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville women’s soccer team picked up their first result in Missouri Valley Conference play against the Murray State Racers.

Dominating possession time on Sunday the Purple Aces were able to earn their first point of the MVC season in a 0-0 draw with Murray State. UE took 13 shots against the Racers defense with senior forward Hailey Autenrieb (Cincinnati / Seton HS) leading the way with four. Fifth year goalkeeper Myia Danke (Laingsburg, Mich. / Laingsburg HS) made six saves through 90 minutes for 46 on the season.

“It felt good to get a point,” said Head Coach Chris Pfau. “I thought at Belmont we did everything we needed to do to get a point down there. When your keeper doesn’t have a save the whole game and you still lose one nothing, it’s frustrating at times.

“What’s great about this team is that they see how close they are to get on top of teams and create opportunities. We’re just an early goal away from really opening up the game. I thought the first half was some of the best soccer we’ve played all season. It was a great effort, a great team effort and a really good result against a really good team.”

It was a hot start for Evansville as the Aces took three shots in the first five minutes. Two of those chances forced saves from Murray State goalkeeper Griselda Revolorio as midfielder Ella Hamner (Evansville, Ind. / Memorial HS) beat two defenders in the first minute for a shot to the top right of the goal. Forward Amy Velazquez (Avon, Ind. / Avon HS) put another shot on net in the fifth minute, forcing a diving save from Revolorio.

UE kept the pressure on with the next two shots. The Racers didn’t record a chance until the 12th minute while Evansville added another close chance in the 17th minute from Autenrieb. The Aces played more in the defensive end for the next 10 minutes. But UE returned quickly to offense in the 26th minute as Autenrieb fired off a shot that barely glanced off the crossbar. Evansville added two more shots before the end of the half, taking an eight to six shot advantage into the second 45 minutes.

It was Murray State who started the second half hot with two shots in the first three minutes. But the Aces matched the quick start with two shots of their own only three minutes later. As the half progressed it became a more even pace. The Races got hot again in the final 20 minutes, but UE’s defense stayed strong to keep it a nil-nil result.

Evansville continues conference play on the road later this week. The Aces travel to Springfield for their final regular season MVC match with the Missouri State Bears. Kick-off from Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 26th.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. – The University of Evansville men’s soccer team couldn’t overcome an early deficit in a 2-1road loss to the #9 Western Michigan Broncos.

Freshman defender Martin Wurschmidt (Fram, Norway) scored his first collegiate goal for the Purple Aces in the 63rd minute of Sunday’s match. But the goal wouldn’t be enough for UE to earn a result against the ninth ranked team in the nation in a hard fought game. With only six shots in 90 minutes Evansville only had the lone opportunity in the back of the net.

It was a battle in the midfield to begin Sunday’s match as neither team had an attacking opportunity in the first eight minutes. The Aces were the first team to put a shot on goal, as junior defender Nacho Diaz-Caneja (Coruna, Spain) launched from the top of the penalty circle to Bronco’s goalie Colin West. Western Michigan responded to UE’s offense with an attack of its own in the second third of the first half.

After two straight shots from the Broncos, Evansville took a foul in the goal box giving WMU a penalty kick. Western Michigan didn’t score on the PK itself but found the bottom right side of the net on the rebound in the 22nd minute to put the Aces down by one. Following the goal, the Broncos controlled the pace of play as UE didn’t record a shot for the rest of the half.

It took Evansville a few minutes to get going in the second half on offense as they defended two corner kicks in the first minute of play. Western Michigan kept the pressure on in the attacking third and scored their second goal of the match in the 59th minute. The Aces responded shortly after in the 63rd minute as Wurschmidt headed the ball into the right side of the net off a free kick from midfielder Jacopo Fedrizzi (Guilia, Spain) for his second assist of the year.

UE continued to try and find the tying goal to earn a result against the Broncos. Diaz-Caneja had a near miss in the 74th minute as his shot sailed just wide of the net. Evansville also had a close opportunity in the 78th minute as senior midfielder Jose Vivas (Teruel, Spain) forced a diving save from Welsh on the second attempt from a free kick. The Aces final attempt to tie the game up came with only 40 seconds left on the clock as UE earned a free kick just outside the penalty area. But WMU got a head on the ball off the kick, sending it away from any Evansville touch in the attacking third.

Diaz-Caneja had the most shots for the Aces with three through 90 minutes. Three other players had a shot each including Wurschmidt’s goal. UE continues their four game road swing with a stop in Cincinnati at Xavier. Kick-off from Corcoran Field on Tuesday, September 24th is set for 6 p.m.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – With five service aces on Sunday against IU Indianapolis, Giulia Cardona set the University of Evansville program mark inside Screaming Eagles Arena.  Cardona now has a career total of 207 and broke Kim Seib’s mark of 205, which was set in 1984.

Her effort highlighted a 3-2 defeat to the Jaguars.  Cardona registered 30 kills, 11 digs, and 5 aces on the afternoon.  Ainoah Cruz led the Purple Aces with 16 digs while Blakeley Freeman had 10.  Angelica Gonzalez picked up 8 kills while Lexi Owen notched 38 assists.  Morgan Ostrowski led the Jaguars with 17 kills.

Set 1 – IU Indy 25, UE 19

Opening the game scoring eight of the first 10 points, IU Indianapolis hung on for a 25-19 win to take the early lead.  Facing the early deficit, the Purple Aces did their best to come back.  After Angelica Gonzalez picked up an ace, Madisyn Steele added a kill to get within one at 14-13.  Unfortunately, the Jaguars countered with a 5-0 spurt that saw them retake control.

Set 2 – UE 25, IU Indy 18

With the score tied at 4-4, Evansville scored nine of the next ten points to take a 13-5 lead.  Jenna Heidbreder picked up a pair of service aces while Chloe Cline notched a kill in the run.  The Jaguars never gave up and cut the deficit in half to make it a 15-11 game forcing an Evansville time out.

From there, the Aces held strong, never letting IU Indianapolis get any closer while tying the match with a 25-18 win.

Set 3 – UE 26, IU Indy 24

Two kills by Giulia Cardona highlighted a 4-0 run with the game tied at 3-3.  Her third kill of the frame pushed the lead to 11-4.  IU Indianapolis utilized an 8-3 stretch to make it a 14-12 game.  UE regained a 4-point edge at 23-19 before the Jaguars rallied once again.  Three in a row cut the Aces lead to just one before a service error gave UE set point.  Two more by IU Indy tied it up at 24-24, but Cardona came through in the clutch, picking up a kill to seal a 26-24 victory.

Set 4 – IU Indy 25, UE 19

Another big start by the Jaguars saw them jump out to a 6-1 advantage.  Despite the early hole, UE rallied back.  A Gonzalez kill was part of a run that tied it up at 9-9 and a Cardona ace put Evansville in front at 15-14.  IU Indianapolis regained control, completing the set on an 11-4 stretch to force a decisive fifth set.

Set 5 – IU Indy 15, UE 6

The Jaguars took the early momentum posting five of the first six points and would cruise to a 15-6 win to clinch the match.

MVC play opens next weekend when the Aces welcome Valparaiso and UIC to Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

ONEONTA, Ala. – Sunday’s opening round of the Graeme McDowell Invitational saw Andres Rodriguez and Daniil Romashkin pace the University of Evansville men’s golf team at Limestone Springs.

The duo posted rounds at 3-over 75 to lead the Purple Aces.  They are tied for 51st on the leaderboard.  Wrapping up the day at 6-over was Omar Khalid.  With a 78 in Sunday’s round, he is in a tie for 70th.

Finishing the day one behind Khlaid was Eli Rohleder.  He checked in with a score of 79.  Making his collegiate debut, Julian Kiessling carded an 85.

Yixiang Wang of Memphis holds the individual lead.  Finishing with a 5-under 67, Wang is one stroke in front of eight players who are tied for second.

North Alabama has the team lead, finishing at 13-under.  They are four on top of Troy and five in front of UL Monroe and Lipscomb, who are tied for third.  Evansville is in 12th place at 19-over.  Single rounds of 18 are set for Monday and Tuesday.

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. -- The University of Evansville cross country teams returned to action at the John McNichols Invitational on Saturday morning.

Sophomore runners Samuel Lea (Worchester, England) and Rafael Rodriguez (Segovia, Spain) set two Top 15 program times in the men's 8K with personal bests at the John McNichols Invitational for the Purple Aces. Lea led all UE runners with a time of 25:02.5 for sixth overall among Division I runners in Terre Haute. While Rodriguez finished eighth among Division I runners with a time of 25:07.1. The two times are good for 12th and 14th in program history in the men's 8K. 

Also finishing on the men's side for Evansville were returning runners Woody Burrell (Ceaderburg, Wis. / Ceaderburg HS) with a time of 26:31, Cedrik Flipo (Beloeil, Quebec) with a time of 26:58, and Adam Oulgout (St. Paul, Minn. / Central HS) with a time of 27:17. The Aces also had four freshman runners compete on Saturday with Andrew Potter (Warsaw, Ind. / Warsaw Community HS) with a time of 28:21, Kadin McAllister (Lilburn, Ga. / Parkview HS) with a time of 28:27, Oliver Wilgocki (Chesterton, Ind. / Chesterton HS) with a time of 28:36, and Vincent Filipek (Northville, Mich. / Northville HS) with a time of 30:38.

On the women's team in the 6K the fastest finisher for the Aces was sophomore Avery Stephens (Newburg, Ind. / Castle HS) with a time of 24:41. She was followed by sophomore Kyndall Anthis (Patoka, Ind. / Princeton Community HS) with a time of 25:08. The first freshman finisher of the morning for the UE women was Lauren Bradley (Russiaville, Ind. / Western HS) with a time of 25:12. She was followed by senior Hannah Bryan (Evansville, Ind. / Reitz HS) with a time of 25:37 and sophomore Chase Hayes (Noblesville, Ind. / Western HS) with a time of 27:39. Rounding out results for the women's team were freshmen Skyler Dickenson (Brownsburg, Ind. / Brownsburg HS) with a time of 29:49 and Rebekah Sachs (Milwaukee / Milwaukee School of Languages) with a time of 30:56.

Evansville returns to action in two weeks at one of the largest cross country meets in the country. The Aces will head to Louisville for the Live in Lou meet hosted by the Cardinals on Saturday, October 5th.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Friday’s USI Invitational opener saw the University of Evansville volleyball team drop a 3-2 match to USI inside Screaming Eagles Arena.

Another big performance saw Giulia Cardona finish with 26 kills and 13 digs.  Playing in her first match of the season, Ainoah Cruz tallied 23 digs while Cardona added 13.  Angelica Gonzalez and Chloe Cline posted 8 and 7 kills, respectively.  Lexi Owen wrapped up the match with 35 assists.  Five USI players recorded double figure kills led by Jasmine Green and Bianca Anderson who had 15 apiece.

Set 1 – UE 25, USI 23

Evansville took the early 2-0 lead before USI fought back to go up 6-4.  They continued to add to the lead as they took a 17-11 edge.  Back-to-back service aces from Giulia Cardona highlighted a 4-0 run that cut the deficit to 17-15.  An error by the Screaming Eagles allowed UE to get within one (19-18), but USI retook a 23-19 lead.

Helped by a service ace by Blakeley Freeman, the Aces stormed back.  Her ace made it a 23-22 game before the rally continued.  Following a time out, Cardona knocked down the final two kills to seal a 25-23 win and a 1-0 lead.  Evansville reeled off the final six points to take the set.

Set 2 – USI 25, UE 14

After UE scored the opening point on an Angelica Gonzalez kill, USI took control.  They opened a 9-4 advantage before extending the lead to 20-9.  Things continued to go their way as they tied the match with a 25-14 win.

Set 3 – UE 25, USI 21

Things were close in the early moments as the teams swapped the lead on multiple occasions leading to a 10-10 score.  That is when Cardona took control.  Following a block, she posted consecutive aces to give her team a 13-10 lead.  Madisyn Steele registered a kill that pushed the lead to 19-13.

USI never gave up and fought back within a pair at 22-20, but the Aces held strong with Chloe Cline notching two late kills to seal the 25-21 lead and a 2-1 match lead.

Set 4 – USI 25, UE 11

A big start saw the Screaming Eagles take a 6-2 lead out of the gate.  Kills by Cardona and Cline cut into the deficit, but USI retook control and pulled away to force a fifth set on the strength of a 25-11 victory.

Set 5 – USI 15, UE 9

Jenna Heidbreder’s first kill of the evening was a big one as it capped a 5-3 start to the frame.  USI scored the next two as they tied it up before a Cardona kill put Evansville back in front.  The tides turned with the score knotted at 9-9.  USI scored the final six points to seal the match.

Sunday’s tournament finale will see the Aces play IU Indianapolis at 2 p.m. at Screaming Eagles Arena.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The Missouri Valley Conference released the league slate for the 2024-25 men’s basketball season on Friday.  Start times will be released in the coming weeks.

Since the 2022-23 season, the MVC has utilized a 20-game schedule as the conference expanded to 12 teams.  As has been the norm since that time, schools will open the league portion of the schedule in December with regular-season action wrapping up on the first weekend of March.

On Tuesday, December 3, the University of Evansville travels to Murray State for its league opener.  Last season, the Racers were 9-11 in the Valley, finishing in a tie for 7th.  Non-conference games resume until the final weekend of December when MVC play resumes.  The Purple Aces welcome Missouri State to the Ford Center on Dec. 29 in what will be the final home meeting against the Bears as members of the league.  Following the upcoming school year, MSU will join Conference USA.

Evansville travels to Southern Illinois to open the New Year.  The January 1 game will see the Aces take on a Saluki team that is coming off a 19-13 campaign that saw them win 11 league games.  UE’s following two games will be at home as the Aces play host to Indiana State on the 4th and Illinois State on the 8th.  Last year, the Sycamores won 32 games on their way to the MVC regular-season championship.  Former UE assistant coach Matthew Graves is in his first season at the helm of the program.  The Redbirds picked up 15 wins last year while their 9-11 mark in the Valley tied them for 7th.  Evansville was victorious in two out of three games against ISU last season including a 59-53 win at Arch Madness.

Back-to-back games in Iowa are up next with UE facing Drake on the 11th and UNI on the 14th.  The Bulldogs were 28-7 and 16-4 in the league in 2023-24 and won the conference championship while receiving the automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.  The Panthers tied for 4th in the league after going 19-14 overall and 12-8 against league foes.

UE returns to the Ford Center for its next two games starting on Jan. 18 when Belmont comes to town.  The Bruins tied for 4th in the MVC last year after going 20-13 while picking up 12 Valley wins.  Four days later, the Aces host UIC.  After a road game at Valparaiso on the 25th, Evansville wraps up the month with a home game against Murray State.

February begins with a road trip to Belmont on the 2nd with a pair of home games to follow.  UE welcomes SIU on the 5th and Bradley on the 8th.  On Feb. 12, the Aces trek to Missouri State before returning home for a Feb. 16 game against Valpo.  Three of the final four games will take place on the road starting on the 19th when the Aces travel to Terre Haute to face the Sycamores.  The Aces remain on the road to face UIC on the 22nd.

In its final home game, Evansville hosts Drake on Feb. 26 with the regular-season finale at Illinois State set for Sunday, March 2.  Arch Madness will take place at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis from March 6-9.