UE Athletics and the UE Men’s Soccer team invite all members of campus to join them at a watch party for the NCAA Tournament Selection Show at 12 p.m. noon today in the Class of ‘59 Gallery and Lounge in Ridgway University Center. Come see where our 2024 MVC Tournament Champions will be heading for the first round of the NCAA Tournament!

In September 2025, a review team from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) will visit the university as part of our reaffirmation of accreditation. To learn more about the criterion on which UE will be evaluated, please take a moment to watch the following video guides.

HLC Criterion 1 | Mission
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJYe4poqk-Q

HLC Criterion 2 | Integrity: Ethical and Responsible Conduct
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEcGIsTJRmU

HLC Criterion 3 | A-D Teaching and Learning for Student Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4M_MgYDQDg

HLC Criterion 3 | E-G Teaching and Learning for Student Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJAb7We7y6M

HLC Criterion 4 | Sustainability
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ4quibQzaQ

HLC Federal Compliance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fIP_9MOi0E

The campus community is invited to attend the Fall 2024 UE Student Research and Honors Symposium on Monday, November 18. The event will be held from 2:00pm-4:00pm in Koch 101 and will showcase the scholarly activities of students of diverse disciplines across UE’s campus, including the graduating seniors of the Honors Program. Panels will be held in one-hour sessions, and you are invited to attend your choice of panels as your schedule permits.

Get ready to spread joy and gratitude at ThankFul! ?? Join us on November 19th for a day of giving back, sharing a delicious Thanksgiving menu, and celebrating with activities that remind us of all we’re thankful for. Students, faculty, and staff—don’t miss out on this chance to fill up on food, fun, and gratitude! ???? #ThankFul #SpreadJoy

Remember the joy of the book fair in school? Relive that childhood fun at the READ Forward with LEAD Forward Book Fair on Thursday, November 21, 11-2 in the SOBA Atrium. Join us for desserts (free) and shop with Memo and Bluestocking Social. A portion of all sales will go to support area childhood literacy efforts. Get your holiday shopping done while supporting a good cause and having lots of fun!

The junior-level nursing students enrolled in NURS 385 have each identified a topic of nursing research interest, and have worked throughout the semester to analyze the evidence and compile a literature review.

The students will be presenting their findings in the form of poster presentations Wednesday, November 20th from 1:45-3:00 PM in Ridgeway outside of the bookstore. Come to support the students, maybe learn something new, and enjoy cookies and cocoa!

UE Students for Life invites the UE campus community to a volunteering day at Trotter House of Evansville, a local pregnancy resource center, on Saturday November 23 from 9:30 am to 1 pm. Trotter House recently moved to a new center (4924 E Plaza East Blvd) and needs help getting organized!

Trotter House Free Services:  Pregnancy Tests & Counseling Limited Sonograma Professional Counseling Healthy Lifestyles Education & Mentoring Infant Supplies Healthcare and Community Referrals Adoption Referrals   Interested? Have questions? Contact Grace at gg126.

Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Neu Chapel.

Step into the warmth and wonder of the season with the University of Evansville community! Join us for our annual Advent Candlelight Vespers service. Advent Vespers is a special evening service that combines the themes of Advent—a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of Christ's birth—with the tradition of Vespers, an evening prayer service for reflection and thanksgiving. Immerse yourself in an evening of inspiring music and heartfelt readings that will fill your spirit with warmth and joy as we journey together into the holiday season. Come, bring your friends, neighbors, and loved ones, and be part of this cherished tradition—all are welcome!

The Intersectional Feminist Alliance is holding its first ever call out meeting in SOBA 272, November 18th from 6-8 p.m. 

During this meeting we’ll explain who we are and what we do. Then we'll make friendship bracelets!

Be sure to RSVP through UEngage so you don’t miss out! We hope to see you there!

The University of Evansville Theatre continues its Fall 2024 season with Kimberly Belflower’s JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN. This production opens at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, in the May Studio Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., on Nov. 22 and 23, and 2:00 p.m., on Nov. 23 and 24. From the pen of an important new voice in the American Theatre, a rural high school in Georgia provides the backdrop for a visceral and evocative coming-of-age story told through the lens of a dynamic group of teens studying Arthur Miller’s classic, The Crucible. A bitingly funny comedy about the deadly serious matters of patriarchy and power, this script is brought to life by pop music, rage, and the genuine authenticity of its characters discovering their own agency and authority.

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN is directed by Evelyn Hipp, a senior theatre studies major, from Nolensville, Tn.. Taako Solorzano, a senior design and technology major from Las Vegas, Nev., is the scenic designer; Lauren Shinoski, a senior design and technology major from Grain Valley, Mo., is the costume designer; Jon Roth, a junior design and technology major from Brookfield, Wis., is the lighting designer; Cooper Sanders, a junior performance major from Jeffersonville, Ind., serves as the sound designer; Benjamin Lodge, a sophomore performance major from Overland Park, Kan., is the dramaturg; Matthew Manders, a sophomore performance major from Houston, Texas, is the projection designer; Mel Denison, a sophomore stage management major from Gainesville, Texas, is the stage manager, and scene shop manager, Cody Kane, serves as the technical director.

The cast features Rylie Sudduth, a sophomore performance major from Versailles, Ky., as Bailey Gallagher; James Scott, a junior performance major from Sugar Hill, Ga., as Carter Smith; Delaney Ross, a senior performance major from Keller, Texas, as Shelby Holcomb; Andrea Vargas, a junior performance major from Missouri City, Texas, as Raelynn Nyx; Gage Dragoo, a first-year performance major from Frisco, Texas, as Lee Turner; Ashly Chalico, a senior performance major from Magnolia Texas, as Beth Powel; Jamy Lentz, a sophomore performance major from Denton, Texas, as Ivy Watkins; Brynna Waters, a senior performance major from Brownsburg, Ind., as Nell Shaw; Ethan Henry, a junior performance major from Salina, Kan., as Mason Adams. The ensemble includes: Mason Norton, a junior performance major from Bremen, Ind.; Luis Alejandro Gonzalez, a first-year performance from Midland, Texas; and Stella Clark-Kaczmarek, a first-year performance major from Omaha, Neb.

Seating is limited, and tickets are $20 for general admission and $18 for senior adults, UE employees, and non-UE students. UE students may obtain one free student rush ticket beginning at 12:00 p.m. on the day of the performance they wish to attend. Tickets may be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031, Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm to 5:00 p.m.

MONDAYS            3-4 PM

TUESDAYS             7-8 PM

WEDNESDAYS       7-8 PM

THURSDAYS          3-4 PM

SEMINAR ROOM 462

NOVEMBER 4^TH TO 21^ST

CALLING ALL ASPIRING WRITERS, be they majors, non-majors, experienced, green, casual, or professional! The National Novel Writers’ Month Challenge is a customizable writing challenge anyone can attempt that spans the month of November. Find more detailed information at https://nanowrimo.org/. Set your goal and write away! Join any Write-In over at the UE Libraries for an encouraging space to write and help foster a community of fellow writers.

The bookstore will be open normal operating hours on Monday and Tuesday of Thanksgiving week, but will be closed beginning Wednesday. We reopen the following Monday with regular hours.

• Monday, Nov. 25th & Tuesday Nov. 26th: 9am-5pm
• Wednesday, Nov. 27th-Sunday, Dec. 1st: CLOSED
• Monday, Dec. 2nd: resume normal hours, 9am-5pm

Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana sponsored JobSpark for eighth grade students from southwest Indiana and southeast Illinois on Thursday and Friday, November 7 and 8. It was held at the Old National Events Plaza. Over 4,000 students attended and took part in hands-on activities designed to “spark” an interest in future career paths. UE was well represented by over 20 faculty, staff, and administrators along with about 15 students from the Schroeder Family School of Business, Mathematics Department, Doctor of Physical Therapy, School of Health Science, Dunigan Family School of Nursing, Chemistry Department, Creative Technologies Major, and the Center for Career Development.

Thanks to everyone who took part in this wonderful opportunity to “spark” an interest in the career paths that UE has to offer!

The University of Evansville (UE) and the University of Southern Indiana (USI) are pleased to announce a new partnership to provide USI students with direct-entry pathways into UE's Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs. This collaboration opens new opportunities for USI students to pursue advanced education and careers in health sciences through seamless transition programs at UE.

"We are thrilled to partner with USI to cultivate a strong pipeline of future health professionals," said Jeff Tilly, Professor and Chair of the Department of Athletic Training at UE. "This agreement not only strengthens the educational options for students in the Evansville community but also addresses the growing need for highly qualified professionals in the health sciences."

For both the MSAT and DPT programs, USI students in Exercise Science, Biology and Pre-Medical Sciences Certificate (regardless of major) with a GPA of 3.5 or higher by the end of their sophomore year may apply. Students in the direct entry pathway must maintain a 3.5 overall GPA while completing their degree at USI. Students interested in the DPT pathway must complete the necessary science prerequisites with a 3.35 GPA. Both programs will accept a limited number of USI students each year based on academic performance and recommendations from USI faculty.

"At USI, we are excited about the direct entry pathways now available for our students," said Renee Frimming, Professor and Chair of Kinesiology and Sport at USI. "This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting student success, not only during their time at USI but also as they transition into advanced programs and professional careers. We are truly appreciative of the expanded opportunities this brings to our students."

Both universities will work together to ensure ongoing program quality and consistency, enhancing student experiences and outcomes.

We are thrilled to congratulate the Nurse Anesthesia Class of 2026 on their White Coat Ceremony, held on Friday November 8th. This milestone marks an important transition as they move from didactic learning to the hands-on experience of clinical rotations.

The White Coats were presented by the program's director, Dr. Melissa Eisenhauer, whose guidance and mentorship are a testament to the excellence we strive for. The donning of the white coat symbolizes not only the students growing expertise, but also their commitment to the values of professionalism, compassion, and ethical practice in patient care.

As our students take this significant step toward becoming future healthcare leaders, we celebrate their dedication and perseverance. The journey ahead will be both challenging and rewarding, and we are confident they will rise to the occasion with the same passion and determination they have shown thus far. Once again, congratulations to the class of 2026.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The University of Evansville men’s soccer team was again the overtime victor in the postseason with a 3-2 win over #3 Bowling Green.

The Purple Aces ended the MVC Championship much like it began with an overtime victory on a road pitch. UE earned its second MVC Tournament title on Saturday night and for the first time in 28 years. Senior forward Kai Phillip (Diego Martin, Trinidad & Tobago) and sophomore midfielder Baraka Tarleton (Andover, Minn. / Andover HS) were the two goal scorers for Evansville while the game-winning goal in the 99th minute was credited as a team goal.

“When you go down 2-1 in the first half you have to go search the game. Especially in a game like this, you don’t want to leave any cards on the table. You want to go all in,” said Head Coach Robbe Tarver following the win. “That’s what we did. We kept the pressure up. I thought we were very patient as the game went on and tried to find good moments because the win was tough trying to get it from behind.  We found our moment to score and continued it into overtime to win.”

For the second match in a row, it was a defensive battle to start the MVC Championship on Saturday. The first shot of the entire match was the Aces' first goal in the waning seconds of the 30th minute. Midway into the attacking third redshirt freshman midfielder Jacopo Fedrizzi (Giulia, Italy) found Phillip on the left side of the field. Phillip took the ball from the top of the 18 to the 12 before shooting it past the Falcons goalkeeper into the middle of the box.

But UE only held the lead for under four minutes as Bowling Green answered on a score that barely crossed the goal line. The Falcons' offensive pressure continued and they added a leading goal in the 40th minute on a shot from the right side of the penalty area. Evansville wasn’t able to answer in the final five minutes and headed into halftime trailing by one.

Bowling Green tested freshman goalkeeper Michal Mroz (Elk Grove, Ill. / Elk Grove HS) early in the second half with a close shot in the 52nd minute. Mroz made the save diving to the bottom left of the goal, spurring the Aces' offense. Fedrizzi had back-to-back shots that almost made it past Falcons' goalkeeper Brendan Graves in the 67th and 68th minutes. But it would be Tarleton who found the back of the net in the 79th minute to help send the game into overtime.

UE had a free kick just two feet from the corner that Fedrizzi placed right inside the goal box. A Bowling Green player bounced the ball to Graves, but Tarleton was able to head the rebound to the crossbar. The ball dropped from the crossbar to Tarleton’s feet where he buried the shot into the top of the net. Evansville had two more shots in the 90 minutes while the Falcons had the final one, but neither team found the game-winning goal in regulation.

Overtime was all Aces as they dominated possession and shots, not allowing Bowling Green a chance. Phillip had his second shot of the night early in the period that was blocked. Fedrizzi quickly found the ball for another shot that was saved by Graves. Neither team had much offense until the early seconds of the 99th minute when UE drew a corner kick on the right side. Fedrizzi took the kick and curved the ball almost to the goal line. A Falcon defender then knocked the ball into the net giving Evansville the game-winning goal right before the overtime period would have ended.

Kai Phillip was named the MVC Tournament MVP scoring two goals in three games and recording seven shots with four landing on goal. Three other Aces players were named to the MVC All-Tournament Team: midfielder Jacopo Fedrizzi, junior defender Nacho Garcia (Zaragoza, Spain), and freshman defender Martin Wurschmidt (Fram, Norway). Phillip, Garcia, and Wurschmidt all scored at least one goal in the tournament while Fedrizzi assisted on two goals.

Fedrizzi led UE in shots on Saturday with four and two on goal. Phillip, Tarleton, and graduate forward Sami Owusu (Denver / Dayton) all had two shots with one on goal each for Evansville’s 10 shots. The Aces outshot Bowling Green two to one while both teams had two corner kicks each.

UE will find out its first opponent of the NCAA Tournament on Monday afternoon during the Selection Show at 12 p.m. It will be Evansville’s first appearance in the NCAA postseason since 1996.

The Purple Aces started their first winning streak of the season on Thursday night. UE beat the Southeast Missouri Redhawks by 15 points for their largest margin of victory this season. Evansville has continued its dominance at the free throw line through three games. The Aces are third in the country in both free throw attempts per game and free throws made per game. UE is averaging 30.7 attempts and 23.3 made free throws over 40 minutes.

Another area Evansville has had a strong start in on the floor is under the glass. The Aces have had three straight games with 40 or more rebounds. UE leads the MVC in rebound margin (+12.7), rebounds per game (45.3), and defensive rebounds per game (33.0).

Lindenwood will end a three-game homestand when UE comes to St. Charles on Monday evening. The Lions are in a similar spot as Evansville with a 2-1 record to start the 2024-25 season. Lindenwood recently picked up a 26-point win over NAIA Harris Stowe State and an eight-point win over fellow Valley school Bradley. Sophomore guard Gracy Wernli has been an offensive force for the Lions with a season-high 13 points against Harris-Stowe and is leading the Ohio Valley Conference in foul shooting at 100% with 10 makes.

Sophomore forward Maggie Hartwig had Evansville's best game under the glass in 12 years against the Redhawks. Hartwig recorded 20 rebounds in 36 minutes, a stat line not seen by the Aces since senior guard Briyana Blair had 20 against Bradley on Jan. 8, 2012.

Freshman guard Camryn Runner was named the first MVC Freshman of the Week for her first two collegiate performances. Runner averaged 34 minutes of playing time, 17.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and 1.5 blocks. She then added a team-leading 20-point and four-assist performance against SEMO while also adding nine rebounds, a steal, and a block. With another big performance for UE Runner will likely be in the running for the weekly award again on Monday.

CARBONDALE, Ill. – Another eventful day saw stellar performances by the University of Evansville swimming and diving teams in the second day of the A3 Invite.  UE’s men moved into 4th place in the team standings with a score of 244.5 while the women remain in 5th with a current total of 172.

Patrik Vilbergsson had another strong day in multiple events for the Purple Aces.  In the 100-Backstroke, his time of 50.13 in the A Final gave him a finish of third place.  Boris Tavrovsky was 8th in the race, posting a 51.62.  Finishing 3rd in the B Final of the event was Logan Tenison, who posted a time of 51.20.

In the 200 Medley Relay, Vilbergsson along with Tenison, Carlos Souto Vilas, and Daniel Santos Lopez came in third place.  The team finished in 1:30.28.

Santos Lopez had a nice individual performance in the 100-Fly.  Swimming a 48.68, he took third place in the A Final.  Souto Vilas led the way in the 100-Breaststroke.  His time of 55.94 gave him a third-place finish in the A Final.  Joao Pereira came in 6th in the final, recording a 57.41.  In the B Final, Ben Hasanovic’s 57.54 put him in third place.

Grady Whitson earned a top five finish in the 400-IM.  His 4:22.20 gave him a 4th in the B Final.

Joseph Capo led the way in the 200-Free race.  Swimming in the A Final, his time of 1:43.42 saw him take 8th place.  In the B Final, Michael Pruett took third with a 1:42.42 while Wyatt Gallas was victorious in the F Final.  He registered a 1:43.10.

Maddie Rollett continued her dominant start to the season. After winning the 1-meter dive on Thursday Rollett put forth another winning effort in the 3-meter event.  Her score of 244.80 bested the competition once again.

Evelyn Chin paced UE in the 100-Fly.  Racing in the A Final, she took 4th place with a time of 55.89.  Amanda Denny recorded a top five in the B Final, posting a 58.98.

In the A Final of the 400-IM, Sveva Brugnoli took the 5th position.  She completed the race in 4:31.81.  Mari Mueller was the top finisher for the ladies in the 100-Breaststroke. Swimming a 1:06.48, she was third in the B Final.  Rafaela Markarewicz was 6th in the race, finishing in 1:07.64.

Ane Madina was the top finisher in the 100-Backstroke.  Her time of 58.93 gave her the victory in the B Final.  Luana Carrotta was 6th in the event, completing the race in 1:01.70.

Another solid race saw UE take the 4th through 6th positions in the 200-Free C Final.  Hannah Krings came in 4th place with a time of 2:00.29 while teammates Lilly Yancey and Delaney Miller finished just behind.

Saturday will mark the final day of competition at the invitational.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Junior Cam Haffner continued to roll, scoring a career-high 23 points to lead the University of Evansville men’s basketball team in Saturday’s contest against Radford.

After leading by as many as 22 in the first half and 18 at the break, the Purple Aces fell to the Highlanders by a final score of 92-81.  Evansville had it going from outside, tying the program record with 17 3-point makes.  Haffner hit six triples while Gabriel Pozzato and Josh Hughes hit four apiece.  Pozzato scored 20 for UE while Hughes finished with 19.  Leading Radford was Jarvis Moss, who posted 30 points on 11-of-15 shooting.

“This one stings.  Being up as much as we were at home, you have to win these types of games,” UE head coach David Ragland said after the game.  “We need to play a full 40 minutes and have not done that to this point.  We need to look in the mirror and get better individually and as a team.”

Radford opened with a long possession, grabbing three offensive rebounds before taking a 2-0 lead.  Evansville posted the next three with Gabriel Pozzato knocking down a triple.  After the Highlanders battled back to take 10-8 lead, the Aces kicked it into gear.  Over the next five minutes, UE went on an 11-0 run to take a 19-10 advantage.

Connor Turnbull scored four during the run while Tayshawn Comer capped it off with a triple.  On the defensive side, UE held Radford to 0-for-4 from the field while forcing four turnovers.  Kaia Berridge, Cam Haffner, and Josh Hughes added 3-pointers over the next three minutes to give Evansville a 31-15 lead with 8:46 left in the half.  Michael Day played a pivotal role during the rally, earning three assists that resulted in nine points.

A quick spurt by RU cut the deficit to 12 before the Aces flexed their muscle once again, doubling up the Highlanders at 44-22 inside of the 5-minute mark.  Hughes converted two more triples.  Over the final minutes, Radford closed slightly, making it a 50-32 game at the break.  Evansville’s outside shooting made the difference as UE knocked down 12 triples in 21 attempts.

Out of the half, the Highlanders came out hitting on all cylinders.  Hitting seven of their first nine attempts, Radford scored the first 16 points of the period to get within two points.  Evansville missed its first five attempts of the period while turning it over three times.  Josh Hughes ended the stretch with a triple.  Another three by Haffner made it a 56-48 game, but a tenacious Highlander squad continued to battle.

As the half approached its midway point, a flagrant foul turned out to be a 5-point possession as Radford knotted the game at 67-67.  Hughes was the hero once again, breaking the tie, however, the momentum did not last as a triple gave RU the lead with 7:31 remaining.  The teams swapped the lead four times over the next two minutes resulting in a 76-75 Highlander lead.

Holding a 78-76 advantage with 4:14 remaining, Radford scored eight in a row over the ensuing two minutes to go up 86-76.  Evansville was unable to overcome the deficit, falling by a 92-81 final.  Highlighting the comeback for Radford was a 22-for-27 (81.5%) effort from the field in the final 20 minutes as they finished the game shooting 63.6%.  UE finished at 50.0% while going 17-for-35 (48.6%) from long range.  RU wrapped the day up with a 29-24 edge on the glass.

VALPARAISO, Ind. – Angelica Gonzalez recorded a match-high 11 kills in Saturday’s road match that saw the University of Evansville volleyball team fall by a 3-0 final at Valparaiso.

Ainoah Cruz had another strong defensive performance, totaling 25 digs.  Kora Ruff added 21 assists and 10 digs.  Elise Swistek finished the night with 10 kill to lead the way for the Beacons.

Set 1 – Valpo 25, UE 21

Gonzalez got the night started with a kill and the Purple Aces jumped out to a 7-5 lead.  The Beacons knotted the score at 8-8 before Gonzalez’ third kill of the match opened a 4-0 stretch that put UE on top at 12-8.  Kora Ruff recorded a service ace during the run.  Carlotta Pascual tallied a kill that solidified a 14-11 Evansville lead and that is when Valpo rallied with four in a row to go in front at 15-14.

Despite the rally, UE got back on track as a Chloe Cline kill opened a 4-0 run that gave the Aces an 18-16 lead.  Once again, VU had the answer.  Trailing 20-18, they finished the set on a 7-1 run to take the set.

Set 2 – Valpo 25, UE 19

Evansville enjoyed another solid start to game two.  Josdarilee Caraballo picked up a kill that gave her squad a 7-4 lead.  Three in a row by the Beacons tied it up before the Aces went back in front at 11-9 when Maddie Hawkins registered an ace.  The teams swapped the lead on multiple occasions in the middle portion of the set, leading to a 19-18 Valpo lead.  Another late rally saw the Beacons scored six of the last seven points to take a 2-0 match lead.

Set 3 – Valpo 25, UE 12

With the score tied at 2-2, the Beacons reeled off eight in a row to take a commanding 10-2 lead.  From there, they would go on to clinch the match with a 25-12 decision.

On Wednesday, the Aces welcome Indiana State for a 6 p.m. match to complete the regular season.

CARBONDALE, Ill. – Following the completion of the third and final day of the A3 Invite, the University of Evansville swimming and diving teams each came home with top five finishes.  The Purple Aces men took fourth place with a 426.5 while the ladies came in fifth with a tally of 306.

Joseph Capo had the top finish for the men on the final day.  Registering a time of 16:09.18 in the 1650-Freestyle, he took third place.  Wyatt Gallas took 8th in the race with a 16:43.68.

Another third-place finish came in the 400-Free Relay as Michael Pruett, Ben Hasanovic, Logan Tenison, and Daniel Santos Lopez finished in 3:03.32.  In the A Final of the 200-Backstroke, Patrik Vilbergsson earned a 4th-place finish, registering a time of 1:49.66.  Boris Tavrovsky was 7th in the event, swimming a 1:51.48.  In the B Final, Tenison was third, posting a 1:53.86 while Logan Anderson took second in the C Final with his effort of 1:57.95.

Santos Lopez led UE with a finish of fourth in the A Final of the 100-Free race.  He completed the event in 45.34.  Michael Pruett was third in the B Final, recording a 45.98.  In the 200-Breaststroke, Joao Pereira picked up a top five in the A Final.  Tallying a 2:05.01, he came in fifth.  Carlos Souto Vilas followed him in sixth.  Adam Pawlak had a solid effort in the B Final of the 200-Fly, taking fourth with a time of 1:57.58.

Sveva Brugnoli provided the highlight of the day for Evansville.  Her time of 2:04.47 in the A Final of the 200-Fly gave her the victory.  Evelyn Chin grabbed a top five in the B Final, finishing 4th with her effort of 2:13.54.

Mari Mueller came in fourth in the A Final of the 200-Breaststroke.  She registered a 2:21.42.  Rafaela Markarewicz came in 6th in the B Final with a 2:27.02.  Ane Madina had a strong performance in the B Final of the 200-Backstroke.  Finishing in 2:07.84, she came in fourth.  Hannah Krings picked up a top ten in the 1650-Free.  She took 10th place with a time of 18:11.37.

In the 400-Free Relay, Madina, Brugnoli, Rebecca Lago, and Mia Pesavento earned a 5th-place finish.  The group finished the race in 3:34.74.

CHICAGO – After putting up a strong fight in each set, the University of Evansville volleyball team fell to UIC in the weekend opener by a final of 3-0.

Leading the Purple Aces for the third game in a row was Angelica Gonzalez.  She recorded 15 kills while Josdarilee Caraballo finished the night with nine.  Ainoah Cruz picked up a team-high 15 digs while Kora Ruff posted 13 digs and 21 assists.  Zahria Woodard paced the Flames with nine kills.

Set 1 – UIC 25, UE 19

UIC opened the night taking a 4-1 lead while Carlotta Pascual notched a pair of kills and Ainoah Cruz added an ace to give UE its first lead at 5-4.  Things stayed close until the middle portion of the set.  Holding on to a 15-13 lead, the Flames pushed the advantage to five points at 19-14.

Angelica Gonzalez lifted her team right back into the battle, registering a pair of kills to cut the deficit to just a pair at 20-18.  Following a time out, UIC regrouped to complete the set on a 5-1 run to take the early match lead.

Set 2 – UIC 25, UE 18

Game two was closely contested in the early moments.  The teams swapped the lead on multiple occasions before a kill from Chloe Cline put the Aces in front at 8-7.  Later, an error by the Flames put Evansville in front at 12-11.  That is when UIC took control.  Three in a row put them up 14-12 and they would continue to add to the lead, taking the set by seven points.

Set 3 – UIC 25, UE 17

Looking to finish the match, UIC scored the first five points of the set before going up by a 10-3 tally.  Josdarilee Caraballo recorded a pair of kills to cut the deficit to four points (12-8), but another run by the Flames saw them go up 20-11.  UE cut into the gap slightly, but the Flames clinched the 3-0 win.  Saturday’s match at Valparaiso will begin at 5 p.m.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Three of the next four games will take place at home beginning on Saturday when the University of Evansville men’s basketball team plays host to Radford at the Ford Center in a 1 p.m. contest.  ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

- In the final minute of the first half on Wednesday at MTSU, the Purple Aces held a 38-34 lead

- After completing the first half on a 7-0 run, the Blue Raiders continued the rally in the second half in what was a 19-2 stretch that the Aces were unable to overcome in an 80-63 loss

- Cam Haffner was the top scorer for UE, finishing with 16 points

MVC Freshman of the Week

- On Monday, Gabriel Pozzato was named the Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Week

- Pozzato averaged 23 points, 2.5 boards, and 2.0 assists per game to open the year

- In his first official college game, Pozzato scored 28 points at North Texas

What a start

- For the second game in a row, Cam Haffner put together his top performance with the UE program at MTSU as he totaled 16 points on 7-of-12 shooting

- He added 5 boards, 2 assists and a block

- On Saturday versus Brescia, Haffner scored 14 points in a game that bested his three 11-point outings last season

- Haffner is currently third on the team with 12.0 PPG

Near the top

- Tanner Cuff’s stellar play has put him near the top of the MVC in multiple categories

- With 13 assists and just one turnover, his ratio of 13.00 paces the league while ranking second in the nation

- He is third in the Valley with 4.33 assists/game and is tied for third with his average of 8.67 rebounds

- Cuff posted a season-high 15 points at MTSU along with 7 caroms and 3 steals in 35:07, the top minute tally of his UE career

Scouting the Opposition

- Radford enters Saturday’s game with a 2-1 mark following victories over William & Mary and Old Dominion

- Both victories have come by double figures including Tuesday’s 87-75 home win over the Monarchs

- Jarvis Moss leads the Highlanders with an average of 18.0 points per game

- His average currently ranks 5th in the Big South Conference

- TJ NeSmith holds an average of 10.8 PPG while Brandon Maclin and Josiah Harris chip in an average of 9.3 and 9.0 PPG, respectively