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Fall Choir Concert

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

7:30 p.m.

Neu Chapel

Featuring the UE University Choir and UE Choral Society

Free Admission

Join the talented singers of the UE University Choir and UE Choral Society for their Fall concert. The program will feature a wide variety of works, including contemporary works by acclaimed composer, Elaine Hagenberg, Korean composer Hyun Kook, and Indiana composer Dominick DiOrio. The program will also include classic works by Mendelssohn, Beethoven, and Rheinberger, as well as exciting arrangements of well-known melodies by Eric Nelson, Mack Wilberg, and Shawn Kirchner.

The University of Evansville Theatre’s Rogue & Peasant Aces proudly presents William Shakespeare’s MACBETH—a dark, haunting story of ambition, power, and consequence—reimagined for today. Performances combine tension, movement, and striking visual storytelling, inviting audiences to experience Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy in a bold and contemporary way.

“What’s done cannot be undone.” — William Shakespeare

The production opens this Friday, November 2, at 2:00 p.m. in the Browning Rooms at Vanderburgh Central Library, marking the first of several free performances across Evansville and the University of Evansville campus.

Performance Dates and Locations:

• Evansville, Vanderburgh Central Library–Browning Rooms: November 2 at 2:00 p.m.

• UE Ridgway Center, 2nd Floor: November 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m., November 9 at 2:00 p.m.

• Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Science: November 16 at 2:00 p.m.

Free admission | seating is first-come, first-served

The University of Evansville, a designated Changemaker Campus, is committed to inspiring innovation and positive community impact. Rogue & Peasant Aces embodies that mission by making theatre accessible to all, encouraging audiences to engage with powerful stories in welcoming spaces.

For more information, call the UE Ticket Office at 812.488.2031

UE’s flagship International Celebration is just around the corner, only two weeks away. There’s still time to get involved. The event kicks off on Friday, November 14 at 5 p.m. in Eykamp. Join us for the 39th International Bazaar, featuring student-led booths, a fashion show highlighting traditional cultural wear, and a talent show. The evening will conclude with a Bollywood dance lesson from Bollywood Beats. You won’t want to miss it!

Sign up here to lead a booth representing your home country or cultural heritage: International Bazaar Booths Sign-up – Fill out form

Sign up here to perform in the talent show: Performances – Fill out form

And finally, the fashion show: Fashion Show Signup – Fill out form

We’re also looking for volunteers for both Thursday and Friday to help decorate the booths and Eykamp, as well as assist with cleanup after the event. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AABAD2FA4FACF8-59405507-international#/

A Half Century of Evansville Cartoons, the drawings of Karl Kae Knecht.

Opening reception, Thursday October 30 at 6:30 p.m. in the Krannert Gallery.

On Display are original cartoons and drawings by Karl Kae Knecht that were donated to the University of Evansville Archives by the artist in 1962. UE's collection of approximately 3,400 cartoons is less than twenty percent of the work Knecht produced throughout his 54-year (1906-1960) career at the Evansville Courier, where he published at least one drawing per day.

Dr. James MacLeod will be also be signing copies of his book, The Cartoons of Evansville's Karl Kae Knecht: Half a Century of Artistic Activism during the reception.

We are dedicating November to celebrate our incredible employees and the many ways you support our students and the University of Evansville. Your generosity helps open doors, create opportunities, and make UE a place where students can thrive, and we want to take time to show our gratitude.

Here’s what’s happening this month:

·         Week of November 3 – Watch for information in your campus mailbox and common areas around campus.

·         Week of November 10 – We’ll be stopping by to visit current donors with special treats.

·         Wednesday, November 12 – Join us for Donuts for Donors in Ridgway University Center.

·         Week of November 17 – Our team will deliver thank-you’s to all donors.

We are so grateful for the difference you make in the lives of our students. We can’t wait to celebrate with you in November!

With gratitude,
Office of University Advancement

🥣 Do YOU Have the Winning Recipe for Soupapalooza 2025? 🍰

It’s time to grab your ladles and whisks—Soupapalooza 2025 is back and better (and tastier!) than ever! Think your soup or dessert has what it takes to claim the title? Bring your award-winning creation to Eykamp 253 on November 11, 2025 and show off your culinary skills!

Set-up begins at 10:00 a.m., and the competition will be heating up soon after. Whether you’re cooking up something classic or bold and new, this is your chance to impress the judges and your peers.

🏆 Who will take home the coveted Champion’s Apron?
Join us to find out — and maybe make a few new fans (and taste-testers) along the way!

Follow the link to signup genius.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D4EACAC22A4FA7-52465306-soupapalooza

We’re excited to announce that our student-created video for the Exercise is Medicine® On Campus Mascot Challenge is officially live — and we need your votes!

This video is a collaboration between EIM-OC and Student Media, showcasing the creativity, energy, and commitment of our students to promoting physical activity on campus.

🎥 34 schools submitted videos, and we’re proud to be one of them!

🗳️ Voting is open until Wednesday, November 5th at 4:00 p.m. Central Time.

Help us bring home the win by watching and voting for our video (like it on the below YouTube link)! Every vote counts, and your support means the world to our students who worked so hard on this project.

👉 Ace Purple Mascot Challenge

Thank you for supporting Exercise is Medicine® and student creativity on campus!

Looking for a fun and flexible on-campus job?

Apply for our Work-Study position today!

The Center for Career Development has an immediate opening for a work study position.

• Flexible hours that fit your class schedule
• Fun, welcoming office atmosphere
• Help create social media content and event promotions
• Assist with event planning and setup, along with basic office tasks
• Convenient on-campus location — no commute!

Intersted? Contact Amanda Wood at aw505@evansville.edu

Listen to the episode

View the Cash Reimbursement and Cash Advance Policy (pdf).

In the September/October addition of the Evansville Living magazine, the faculty and staff of the clinic were featured in the "2025 Faces of Evansville" section.  This section introduces the reader to community members behind the businesses and services making an impact on the region and that contribute to Evansville's success.  Pictured from left to right: Dr. Matt Powless; Katherine Hulsey, SPAS, PS-C; Dr. Kevin Jordan; Lindsay Williams; Dr. Jenny Braun; Dr. Madison Stout and Dr. Juliet Aura.

Make the most of your Winter Break by earning credits in just a few weeks. Whether you need to catch up, get ahead, or lighten your Spring 2026 course load, it's a smart way to stay on track!

Course Dates: December 12, 2025 – January 9, 2026
One Course Limit: Focus on one class and finish it before spring begins
Registration Opens: Monday, October 27, 2025 (during Spring 2026 registration)

Learn more about Winter Intersession

Don’t let winter pass you by — use it to get one step closer to graduation!

Emburse will retire the CR Snap and Chrome River mobile apps on November 30, 2025. To ensure uninterrupted expense management and access to enhanced features like AI-powered receipt capture, you must migrate to the Emburse Enterprise mobile app. By streamlining the expense reporting process, you can now use one, single sign-on app and create/review/approve expense reports directly within the app. Please download from the App Store/Play Store and note: minimum OS requirements are iOS17+ / Android 11+. Please reach out to fiscal affairs (accountinghelp@evansville.edu) if you have any issues.

Help create theme nights, promotional giveaways,and provide feedback on the gameday experience! UE Athletics is inviting all students to join the Aces Student Fan Council. All involved members of the student fan council will receive exclusive Aces apparel!

To submit your interest in joining, click here!

Interested in helping meet the needs of the local Latino community?  Registering for CHNG-310-S02: Latino Community Outreach for the spring semester will give you that opportunity! Examples of outreach include working with healthcare providers; presenting research; translating documents; teaching basic Spanish and promoting Latino culture in after-school programs; tutoring English language learners in local schools; and offering English classes for adults. Students choose the project or projects that interest them.

If you want to learn more about this award-winning ChangeLab, email Dr. Cindy Crowe: cc109@evansville.edu

Be a featured Ace of UE on our website!

The Office of Marketing is looking to add student profiles to our Aces of UE webpage, and we're calling on Aces of all majors, graduation years, and backgrounds to share.

The process is simple: answer the questions in this online form and upload a photo of yourself to accompany your profile (preferably something ~2MB or higher and a portrait of just you). You do not have to answer all the questions if you don't want to!

Once you submit the form, we will include this on the Aces of UE webpage. You may also be featured on our homepage or quoted in future marketing materials!

Did you study abroad? We want to hear about that, too! Contact Julie Beer at jb855 so we can learn more about this extraordinary experience.

Dr. Lesley Pleasant, Professor of German, presented a paper on the water perspectives of a German play, a Kenyan and a Chinese film at an interdisciplinary conference "Planetary Waters-A Challenge Between Abstraction and Empathy" held at the Bremerhaven Maritime Museum- Leibniz Institute for Maritime History on October 22-24. The conference was funded by the German Maritime Museum / Leibniz Institute for Maritime History (DSM) and the German Research Foundation (DFG) through an International Scientific Events grant. The event was organized in collaboration with THE NEW INSTITUTE Center for Environmental Humanities (NICHE), the UNESCO Chair on Water Heritage and Sustainable Development at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, and the Munich Science Communication Lab at the Deutsches Museum. This conference has been endorsed as an Ocean Decade Activity.

The Staff and Administrators Assembly is proud to recognize Chris Kohler as the September Employee of the Month!

Chris has been a dedicated member of the University of Evansville community for over 20 years and currently serves as a Web Content Developer in the Office of Marketing. His long-standing commitment and behind-the-scenes contributions have made a lasting impact on the university’s digital presence.

In one nomination, a colleague shared:
“Chris approaches every situation with integrity, compassion, and a spirit of service. His dedication to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting the university community reflects the highest ideals of our mission.”

Please join us in congratulating Chris on this well-deserved recognition!

Petite USA has announced the crowning of a new state queen: Teen Indiana Petite 2026. Izzy Mackiewicz won this distinguished crown in a competitive selection process, where thousands of women apply annually for their respective states. The Selection Committee carefully considers headshots, applications, and each candidate's potential to make a positive impact on their local community with the crown. Izzy Mackiewicz is now set to represent Indiana at the Petite USA national pageant in Chicago, IL, scheduled from July 8^th-July 11^th, 2026, to compete for the title of Teen Petite USA 2026.

Petite USA, a pioneering pageant system that celebrates and empowers women of all heights, has established itself as a platform for women to express their unique qualities and abilities. Focusing on contestants 5'6" and shorter, the pageant system features five divisions of competition, catering to teenagers, young adults, married women, and elite contestants aged 45 and above. Petite USA seeks to redefine beauty standards and offers invaluable opportunities for personal growth, networking, and international representation.

As the newly crowned Teen Indiana Petite, Izzy Mackiewicz will be competing at the national level, showcasing her beauty, intelligence, and impact. The national pageant will bring together exceptional contestants from across the country to compete for a prize package valued at over $30,000, which includes a full queen's photoshoot experience and the coveted opportunity to walk the runway at New York Fashion Week. Moreover, winners of the national pageant will have the chance to represent the USA on the international stage by competing in Universal Petite, an international pageant hosted aboard a luxurious cruise.

About Izzy Mackiewicz:

Isabella (Izzy) Mackiewicz is an 18-year-old 2025 graduate of Evansville Chirstian High School and is currently a college freshman at the University of Evansville. She is studying Exercise Science and has direct entry into the university’s Physical Therapy program. She is very involved with her university, such as being in the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, and being involved in several campus clubs such as Ace Care, Delight Ministries, Exercise Science club, Physical Therapy club, and more. She just recently started doing pageants and this is her first state title. Her platform is Crowning Hope, which advocates for fighting against hunger and homelessness, and encourages volunteerism for teens and college students in her community. Izzy’s last appearance was at the National American Miss Indiana state pageant in Indianapolis over Labor Day weekend this year, where she won the Indiana Teen Photogenic 2025 award. You can follow along Izzy’s pageant journey on her socials, which are as follows:

Instagram: @_izzy_rose_m_, @_izzy_rose_pageant_, @_crowning_hope_

About Petite USA:

Petite USA is a pageant system that celebrates women of all heights, with a special focus on those 5'6" and shorter. The system's divisions cater to teenagers, young adults, married women, and elite contestants aged 45 and above. Petite USA strives to redefine beauty standards, offering a platform for women to express their unique qualities, abilities, and ambitions while also providing opportunities for personal growth, networking, and international representation. To learn more about Petite USA, please visit www.petiteusa.com.

Congratulations to UE biology alumni Elyse Talley, Darcie Smith, Christie Guetling (nei Hubbard),  former UE ES alumni Caitlin Caldwell and Jordon Lachowecki and former ES Physics alum Adam Dillman for their publication in the journal Plant Ecology. Their research, entitled, “Quality varies among host species, but diet mixing provides no benefit to the generalist parasite, Cuscuta gronovii” was guided by Dr. Cris G. Hochwender and Dr. E. Ann Powell. This D1 research pushes the boundary on the ecological understanding of diet mixing for generalist parasitic plants. The findings from the study suggest that the benefit of diet mixing seen for herbivores cannot be generalized to include parasitic plants. While diet mixing does not increase the fitness of C. gronovii, host plant quality associated with plant defenses appears to mediate parasite success.

This publication is the first published manuscript in a series associated with the collaboration between Dr. Ann Powell and Dr. Cris Hochwender. While faculty publication success is encouraging for these faculty members, the faculty are more encouraged that the research projects associated with six undergraduate students has been brought to fruition through a peer-reviewed publication in such a well-regarded journal!

Diana Rodríguez Quevedo, associate professor of Spanish, gave a paper at the XXIV Congress of the Asociación de Colombianistas on Friday, October 10th. The paper was titled, "Inmigrando y emigrando roles de género y sexualidad en Un vaso de agua bajo mi cama de Daisy Hernández."

That paper was a part of the panel that Rodríguez Quevedo chaired titled, "Recrear el pasado, imaginar el futuro: nuevas narrativas escritas por mujeres."

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Hello! As apart of our Graduate program, students pursuing their Master's in Public Health must take a Research Study class and in doing so, must complete their own research. We have attached a survey for Students to take discussing their experiences with the Health Services offered on campus.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Following a stretch of five out of six matches taking place on the road the University of Evansville volleyball team is back home this weekend to face UIC and Valparaiso. The Purple Aces welcome the Flames on Friday at 6 p.m. before facing the Beacons on Saturday at 5 p.m.

Recapping the Weekend

- Last weekend, UE fell in road matches at Belmont and Murray State

- The Bruins finished with a 3-0 win while the Racers battled to a 5-set win over UE

- Josdarilee Caraballo and Brooke Herdes set career kills marks with 19 and 18 kills, respectively against the Racers

Hitting Her Stride

- Josdarilee Caraballo put together her top collegiate match at Murray State finishing with career marks in kills (19) and aces (6)

- Her 19 kills passed her previous mark of 13, which game against Georgia State

- She added eight digs in the contest and is averaging 2.26 per set

Top Ten

- Ainoah Cruz moved into the top ten in two different lists last weekend

- Averaging 5.15 digs per set in 2025, Cruz is second in the MVC and 8th in the nation

- She moved into the top ten in another list as her 1,280 career kills is ninth in Aces program history

Scouting the Opposition

- UIC opens the weekend with a 13-7 mark and sit at 7-3 in the MVC

- Antonie Kelnarova paces the Flames with her average of 2.79 kills per set

- Valparaiso sits at 17-6 overall and 8-2 in league play

- Ava Helming leads the way with her mark of 3.40 kills

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – On the final day of the regular season, the University of Evansville women's soccer team fell to Valpo 3-0, falling just short of an MVC Tournament appearance. With the Aces' loss and a win by UIC, the Flames claimed the final tournament spot. Evansville ends the season with seven wins, the program's highest win total since 2021.
 
Taylor Johnson (Evansville, Ind./Reitz) notched the first shot on goal of the day in the ninth minute, as Emmy Brenner (Arlington, Tenn./St. Benedict at Auburndale) delivered a long ball from the Aces' defensive half down to the box for Johnson, but her shot was saved. In the 22^nd minute, Valpo nearly got on the board on a free kick at the top of the box, but the Evansville defense blocked two shots to keep it 0-0.
 
Just before halftime, the Beacons capitalized on a UE defensive mistake, coming up with the first goal of the match in the 45^th minute.
 
Kathryn Tyler (Dallas, Texas/Liberty Christian) manufactured another look for the Aces in the 51^st minute, testing the Valpo keeper, but the shot was saved.
 
Three minutes later, Valparaiso extended their lead, converting on a penalty to make it 2-0.

Valparaiso found their third goal of the day in the 78^th minute and that was where the match would end, with the Beacons taking a 3-0 win.

Evansville finishes the season with a 7-7-2 record and a 3-5-1 record in MVC play. The Purple Aces notched their highest win total since 2021 with seven and highest win total in MVC play since 2016.

ST. LOUIS – Fresh off tying for the top spot at the Lehigh Invitational, University of Evansville sophomore Jamison Ousley has been named the Missouri Valley Conference Men’s Golfer of the Week.

Ousley tied for medalist while leading the Purple Aces to a victory at the Lehigh Invitational over the weekend. After opening the tournament at Saucon Valley Country Club with a 1-over 73, Ousley carded a 3-under 69 in the final round to finish in a three-way tie for the top position. There was not a playoff and the three were named co-champions.

Ousley’s win marked the first individual for the UE men since 2017. His efforts helped the team earn its first victory since 2014. Evansville finished the tournament three strokes in front of the field.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville men's and women's cross country teams return to the course on Friday morning for the MVC Championship, hosted by UE at Angel Mounds Cross Country Course in Evansville. 

The day begins at 10:30 AM with the women's 6k, followed by the men's 8k at 11:30 AM. Live results can be found here. 

Last Time Out
Evansville sophomore Chase Hayes (Noblesville, Ind./Western) had a career day at the Angel Mounds Invitational, posting the fourth-best 6k time in women's program history at 21:53.4, while junior Samuel Lea (Worcester, United Kingdom/Worcester Sixth Form College) recorded the sixth-best 8k time in men's program history at 24:34.5. As a team, the Purple Aces' men's squad finished seventh of 17 teams, while the women placed tenth of 19. 

Lea paced the Aces once again, finishing 12th of 209 runners. James Cruse (Melbourne, Australia) placed 43rd overall and 38th in the collegiate race, while Rafael Rodriguez (Segovia, Spain/Colegio Claret) and Woody Burrell (Cedarburg, Wis. Cedarburg) landed in the top 60 overall finishers at 55th and 57th, respectively. Five Aces, Tommaso Losma (Lombardia, Italy/Liceo Scientifico David Maria Turoldo, Zogno (Bg)), Nathan Whitehead (Vincennes, Ind./Vincennes University), Nathan Campbell (Bloomington, Ind./Bloomington North), Oliver Wilgocki (Chesterton, Ind./Chesteron) and Alejandro Navarrete (Mogadore, Ohio/Mogadore), notched personal bests. Evansville's seventh place finish as a team was the best of three MVC teams competing in the meet. 

On the women's side, Hayes led the way for the Aces, finishing 18th in the 163-runner field. Kyleigh Wolf (Columbus, Ind. Columbus North) also finished in the top 50, placing 45th, while Avery Stephens (Newburgh, Ind./Castle) placed 53rd overall. Seven Aces, Hayes, Wolf, Stephens, Lauren Bradley (Russiaville, Ind./Western), Kyndall Anthis (Patoka, Ind./Princeton Community), Rebekah Sachs (Milwaukee, Wis./Milwaukee School of Languages), and Veronica Wilgocki (Chesterton, Ind. Chesterton HS), notched personal bests. 

Meet Information
Friday's meet will be hosted at the Angel Mounds Cross Country Course (8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715) with a cash-only admission fee of $5.

Located on the banks of the Ohio River in southwest Indiana, Angel Mounds is on the site of a historic Mississippian Native American village. Within its nearly 600 acres, Angel Mounds is home to an interpretive center, nature preserve, hiking and biking trails, an 18-hole disk golf course, and a top-tier cross country course. Angel Mounds State Historic Site is home to the cross country programs at both the University of Evansville and the University of Southern Indiana.

The flat and fast course is divided into 2k and 3k loops to accommodate 5k, 6k, 8k, and 10k courses. 15-20 feet of elevation change per loop. The course has hosted events such as the NCAA DII Cross Country Midwest Regional, NCAA DII Cross Country National Championship, NCAA DI Cross Country Great Lakes Regional, Great Lakes Valley Conference Cross Country Championship, and Missouri Valley Conference Cross Country Championship. Later this fall, the course will host the NCAA DI Men's & Women's Cross Country Great Lakes Regional (November 14).

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Seeking their first regular season conference title since 1991 with two MVC matches remaining, the University of Evansville men's soccer team welcomes Northern Illinois on Friday night in the final regular season home game of the season. Evansville and Northern Illinois, along with Drake, are tied atop the MVC table with nine points. Kick-off from Arad McCutchan Stadium is set for 6 PM.

Evansville vs. Northern Illinois | Friday, October 31 | 6:00 PM CT Site | Location Arad McCutchan Stadium | Evansville, Ind. Links 6 PM CT:  Live Stats | TV:  N/A Follow the Aces Men's Soccer Site  |  Twitter  |  Instagram | Game Notes

Last Time Out
Evansville senior Tancredi Fadda (Monza, Italy/University of Milan) notched his first career brace and freshman Devin Shepherd (Denver, Colo./Arapahoe) added a goal to power the Purple Aces to their first win over Louisville since 2001 on Monday night, taking down the Cardinals by a score of 3-1. The win was Evansville's first over a power conference opponent since 2013 and the first over the Cardinals in Louisville since 1991.
 
Evansville jumped on top early in the match, scoring in the fourth minute to take a 1-0 lead. Fadda capitalized on a Louisville mistake, grabbing a loose ball at the top of the box and finding the back of the net for his third goal of the campaign.
 
Andres Escudero (San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain/IES Joan Miro) nearly doubled the lead in the 11^th minute, but his shot went just wide of the far post to keep it a one-goal game. Aces keeper Michal Mroz (Elk Grove, Ill./Elk Grove) was tested for the first time in the 17^th minute and faced another shot on target in the 27^th minute, but collected saves on both chances.
 
Evansville saw another near scoring chance in the 36^th minute off a free kick, taken by Ben Zec (Carmel, Ind./Carmel). Zec placed a ball near the penalty spot for Håkon Edstrøm (Baerum, Norway/Norges Toppidrettsgymnas), but his header went just over the crossbar.
 
Just before halftime, the Aces broke through for their second goal of the match, with Shepherd scoring his fourth goal of the year. The chance was created by Zec once again, who lifted a ball from midfield line on the near side down towards the far side of the box for Shepherd, who uncorked a laser past the Cardinals keeper to make it a 2-0 game.  
 
Louisville battled back in the second half, scoring a goal in the 64^th minute to cut the Evansville lead back down to one. However, the Purple Aces kept their foot on the gas pedal and continued to threaten the Cardinals back line. Shepherd nearly secured his second brace of the season in the 72^nd minute, putting a left-footed shot on target, but a great save by Louisville keeper Alex Svetanoff denied the freshman.
 
In the 78^th minute, Escudero created another chance for the Aces, earning possession along the sideline in the Evansville attacking end. From there, Shepherd took the ball near the box before giving it back to Escudero, who delivered a beautiful cross into the box for Fadda. Off one touch and a spin, Fadda ripped a shot into the bottom right corner for his second goal of the night, delivering the dagger for a 3-1 win.  

Series History 
Monday marks the fifth all-time meeting between Evansville and Northern Ilinois. The Purple Aces have won all four previous matchups, including a 2-1 win in DeKalb last year. 

Scouting Northern Illinois
Northern Illinois enters Friday's match with a 7-3-4 record and a 2-0-3 mark in MVC play. The last time out for the Huskies came on Saturday, a 2-1 win over UIC. 

Follow Along
Friday's match will not be streamed. Live stats are available at GoPurpleAces.com.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In the final match of the regular season, the University of Evansville women's soccer team looks to secure their spot in the MVC Tournament when they host Valparaiso on Thursday. The Purple Aces can clinch a tournament berth with a win OR a UIC loss or tie in their match against Northern Iowa. Kick-off between the Aces and Beacons is set for 1 PM at Arad McCutchan Stadium.

Evansville vs. Valparaiso | Thursday, October 30 | 1 PM  Site | Location Arad McCutchan Stadium | Evansville, Ind. Links 1:00 PM CT:  Live Stats | TV:  ESPN+ Follow the Aces  Women's Soccer Site  |  Twitter  |  Instagram | Game Notes

 
Last Time Out
Evansville dropped a hard-fought decision on Sunday afternoon, falling to Drake by a score of 1-0. A Bulldogs goal in the 59^th minute was the difference, as Drake remained on top of the league standings with the win.
 
Allie Lammers (Cincinnati, Ohio/Mount Notre Dame) kept the Aces in the match early, making leaping saves in the ninth and 13^th minutes to keep the Bulldogs off the board.

Taylor Wehrer (Las Vegas. Nev./Desert Oasis) had the first shot of the day for Evansville, putting a shot on target in the 17^th minute, while Ashlyn Koutsos (Cumming, Ga./West Forsyth) added a shot of her own in the 27^th minute.
 
Lammers added another save in the 35^th minute, keeping the Bulldogs scoreless as the match went into the half tied at 0-0.
 
Lammers made two more saves in the first 12 minutes of the second half, but Drake was able to break through with a goal in the 59^th minute to take the lead.
 
The Purple Aces saw their best chance for the equalizer in the 81^st minute when Brooklyn Robinson (West Haven, Utah/Fremont) fired a shot from the penalty spot, but her shot was saved by Drake keeper Addie Ford, as the Bulldogs took the 1-0 win.

Series History 
Sunday marks the 17th all-time meeting between Evansville and Valpo. The all-time series is knotted up at 5-5-6, while the last two meetings have ended in draws. 

Scouting Valpo
Valparaiso brings a 4-8-4 overall record in Thursday's match and are eliminated from conference tournament contention with five points in MVC play. Most recently, the Beacons dropped a 1-0 decision against Murray State on Sunday.

Follow Along
Sunday's match will be streamed live on ESPN+. Live stats are available at GoPurpleAces.com.

ST. LOUIS – University of Evansville sophomore goalkeeper Allie Lammers (Cincinnati, Ohio/Mount Notre Dame) notched another honor in a breakout season on Tuesday, being named the MVC Goalkeeper of the Week for the third time this year, the league office announced. Lammers earns the honor after posting 12 saves and allowing only one goal across two matches this week, including a career-high seven save performance in Thursday's 2-0 win over Northern Iowa.

Lammers led Evansville to a crucial victory over the Panthers, posting her fifth shutout of the year while facing 21 shots, the second-most she has faced in a match this season. On Sunday at Drake, Lammers tallied five saves on 11 shots faced, moving her season saves total to 45.

Lammers has been one of the top goalkeepers in the country this year, ranking 40^th in the country in save percentage (.833) and 57^th nationally in goals against average (0.82). Her three MVC Goalkeeper of the Week awards are the most by a Valley keeper this season and marks the first time an Evansville keeper has been named MVC Goalkeeper three times in a single season since Simone Busby 2014.
 
Evansville wraps up the regular season on Thursday, hosting Valparaiso at Arad McCutchan Stadium. The Purple Aces look to punch their ticket to the MVC Tournament against the Beacons, needing a win or a UIC tie or loss to earn a spot in the six-team bracket. Kick-off on Thursday is set for 1 PM.

 The Evansville Promise Neighborhood (EPN) at the University of Evansville (UE) continues to strengthen its collaborative approach to community transformation, bringing together partners across four key focus areas to launch collective, high-impact initiatives that empower local families and create pathways of opportunity.

Following EPN's first-ever Essential Staff Training and Annual All-Partner Meeting earlier this year, each of the four EPN workgroups formed a Task Force to identify one or two collective projects that extend beyond individual partner programs. These Task Forces are now implementing their first shared action plans designed to make a measurable, lasting impact across the neighborhood.

Pipeline 1: Early Health and Kindergarten Readiness

To strengthen early learning outcomes, the Early Health and Kindergarten Readiness pipeline is leading a neighborhood-wide effort to empower families through the Little Moments, Big Growth campaign. The campaign aims to equip caregivers of young children with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to prepare their child for school. More than a message, Little Moments, Big Growth empowers families to take small, everyday actions that lead to big outcomes in a child's learning journey.

Pipeline 2: Student Achievement and Success

Recognizing that student success begins with being present, the Student Achievement and Success pipeline is piloting creative strategies to support attendance and family connection throughout the year. Efforts include the development of a consistent and shared attendance incentive structure and strategies to overcome transportation barriers-supported in part by the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation's (EVSC) new Promise Neighborhood bus, PN1, which works to help students and families stay connected and engaged throughout the year.

Pipeline 3: Postsecondary Access, Success, and Workforce Readiness

By taking a multigenerational approach to college and career readiness, the Postsecondary Access, Success, and Workforce Readiness pipeline is inspiring both students and families to dream big and plan ahead. Work is underway to develop mobile engagement displays, with the possibility of including virtual reality (VR) experiences, that will bring college and career exploration directly to students and families. The goal is to spark meaningful, future-focused conversations about education and career paths-wherever families already gather.

Pipeline 4: Neighborhood and Community Revitalization

Focused on building a healthier neighborhood, the Neighborhood and Community Revitalization pipeline is bringing fresh produce and interactive learning to EVSC family engagement events and after-school programs. By incorporating fresh produce and educational components into student experiences, the initiative seeks to build lifelong healthy habits and deepen understanding of food and nutrition.

About Evansville Promise Neighborhood

Evansville Promise Neighborhood (EPN) is an initiative housed at the University of Evansville's Center for Innovation & Change, made possible through funding from the U.S. Department of Education. EPN focuses on building strategic partnerships that empower generations and create opportunities for kids, families, and entire communities.

For more information, visit evansville.edu/epn or follow @EvansvillePromiseNeighborhood on social media.