Wellness Day is set for this Friday, February 6. All academic departments and administrative offices will be closed to provide space for rest and renewal. Dining services will operate with adjusted hours:

• Café Court: 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Chick-fil-A: Noon – 8:00 p.m.
• Rademacher’s Café: Closed
• The Library: Open for those seeking a quiet place to reflect, study, or recharge

While Wellness Day offers a meaningful pause, we recognize that caring for mental health and well-being is important every day. Students who need support are encouraged to contact the Office of Counseling Services at counselingservices@evansville.edu or 812-488-2663. Employees may access resources through the University’s Employee Assistance Program at 1-888-293-6948.

Please be aware that neither the University of Evansville nor the Office of Technology Services (OTS) will ever send an email asking you to validate, verify, or confirm your email account or password.

If you receive an email requesting this information, it is a phishing attempt. Do not click any links, open attachments, or provide any personal information.

If you believe you may have received a phishing message, use the reporting tool in Outlook. If you did enter your credentials, change your password immediately.

Staying vigilant helps protect your account and the university’s systems.

2025 W-2 forms have been processed for all employees and student workers. If you have consented to receive your W-2 electronically, you may now view and print your form through Self Service. If you grant electronic consent now in Self Service, your W-2 will be available immediately.

To access your W-2, log in to Self Service at https://selfservice.evansville.edu, Select the Tax Information tab, click W-2 Information, and choose the 2025 statement.

For those who did not consent to electronic delivery, W-2 forms will be mailed.

If you have any questions, please contact the Payroll Department at payroll@evansville.edu

1098-T Forms

2025 1098-T forms have been processed for students. By providing consent for electronic 1098-T, you can view/print your 1098-T now. Simply log into Self-Service at https://selfservice.evansville.edu and go to “Tax Information." Click the option “1098 Information."

1098-T will be mailed to those students who do not provide their consent to electronic 1098-T.

View the 1098-T webpage for more information about how to use this informational tax document.

Sadly, snow cancelled the meeting for the SAA Book club to talk about their January book, The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey. (Ironic?) That gathering has been rescheduled for Wednesday February 3rd at 12 noon.

The regular February gathering will take place Wednesday Feb 25th, 12 noon at the University Advancement House on Rotherwood. The February book is The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. This 2025 debut epistolary novel is getting a lot of attention for its emotional depth, nostalgia, and charm. You don't want to miss this one!

This session is hosted by the Center of Inclusive Excellence and facilitated by Dean Carpenter.

Please come prepared with your Clifton StrengthsFinder results from the Gallup webpage, as we will be using them throughout the workshop. Together, we’ll explore how our strengths show up in what we need and bring to our spaces, and even in what we love and hate.

This deeper dive will help us better understand ourselves and how we manage our emotions, communicate, and advocate for what we need. It’s all about growing our emotional intelligence and learning how to show up with greater intention.

Please RSVP on UEngage. We hope to see you there!

https://uengage.evansville.edu/event/12170969/attend?

Employees - Ascension St. Vincent is providing mobile mammography services for the University of Evansville. The mobile mammography bus will be located in the Health Clinic Parking Lot on March 26th from 8:00AM - 2:00PM. Please call the Ascension St. Vincent Breast Center at 812-485-4437 to schedule your mammogram screening. See the flyer for additional scheduling details!

We'd like our new transfers and non-traditional freshmen to meet each other, plus meet students who formerly transferred to UE.

What:  FREE pizza and a drink!

When:  Monday, February 9 anytime between 4:30-6:00 p.m. - stay the whole time or make it quick

Where:  The Slice - located on Lincoln Avenue, across from Lincoln Commons

We hope to see you there!  Questions? Contact Cherie at CL29@evansville.edu

The small print:  1. Free pizza and a drink for transfer and non-trad freshmen students only (okay to bring a guest but they need to buy their own) 2. Our budget is limited so the offer is for the first 50 people - hope we pack the place!

a Big Game Menu specifically designed for Super Bowl watch parties at the University of Evansville. The graphic uses bold football-themed visuals and clearly lists a variety of shareable, crowd-pleasing food options. These include veggie and fruit trays with dips, pretzel bites with beer cheese and spicy mustard, buffalo chicken dip, jalapeño popper dip, BBQ meatballs, wings with multiple sauce choices, sliders, pizzas, and dessert options like cookies and brownies. Most items are portioned to feed groups, with prices listed per item or by the dozen.

The post highlights a deal offering a free dozen cookies on orders over $150, adding extra value for larger group orders. Students are encouraged to pre-order by February 5th, pay using AceBucks, and pick up their food at Ace’s Place on February 8th. The caption reinforces the convenience and reliability of the menu, assuring students that their Super Bowl snacks are completely taken care of.

Tutoring is now available for the Spring Semester. The tutoring schedule can be found on our Advising page under the Academic Peer Tutoring tab.

New this semester, several tutoring topics have transitioned to available by request only. These sessions, along with any topics that are not listed on the tutoring schedule, can be requested HERE.

Peer tutoring is a free service managed by Academic Services that is open to all current UE students. Each session is run by peer tutors who are familiar with the course material, having gone through it all themselves before. This is a great resource for if you have questions, want to refresh yourself on information, or even if you need a space that will help you focus on studying and other work.

If you have any questions regarding peer tutoring, please contact Laci Rowe at lr152@evansville.edu / 812-488-5170 or by stopping into Academic Services in Olmsted 116.

Due to recent weather, the opening reception for A New Shade of Soul has been rescheduled.

Please join us on Thursday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Melvin Peterson Gallery for the opening reception.

All are invited and welcome to attend.  We hope to see you there!

As we approach renewal for The Chronicle of Higher Education, we are reviewing how well our hiring platforms are working for the University. Before making any decisions, we would appreciate your quick feedback on your experience as a hiring manager over the past year.

Please take a few minutes to complete the brief survey below. Your input will help guide next steps.

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Office of Human Resources

Don't miss this chance to go on this short-term international experience in May! Join the Schroeder School of Business on this 10-day trip to Harlaxton, Leicester, Derby, Cambridge, Edinburgh, and London and earn academic credit while traveling and learning abroad. These trips are best if you are unable to travel to Harlaxton for the longer full semester trips.    For School of Engineering and Computer Science (SECS) students, this course may count as a free elective (note: not all SECS programs include free electives). Students outside the School of Business and SECS should consult their program advisor to confirm how this course can fit into their degree plan. Trip Details:

• Course: BUS 365 (3 credit hours)
• Dates: May 15–25, 2026
• Who Can Apply: Open to all UE students 
• February 2: Deadline for application (by email to yo21@evansville.edu)
• See attached flyer for more details.

This is a unique opportunity to gain global experience, earn credits, and explore Harlaxton in just 10 days. Apply now and be part of an unforgettable summer experience!   If interested, join us for an information session:

• January 29 at 12:15 pm in KC133 and
• January 30 at 12:15 pm in SB 250. 

Please promote this to your fellow students and friends. Hope you join this trip.

View the flyer.

The United Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF) awards scholarships to United Methodist college students in the United States. Applications are now open for scholarships to help fund the 2026-27 academic year. Please visit https://umhef.org/apply for more information and to access the application. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.

🚗 Be a Road Trip Host! 🤠

Hey Aces! Road Trip Rodeo is coming up, and we’re hyped to welcome admitted students to campus — but we need YOUR help to make it awesome.

Sign up to host a Road Tripper (or two) for the weekend! Don’t live in the dorms? No worries — commuters and fraternity members can move onto campus for the weekend.

As a host, you’ll get:
✨ A free Road Trip Rodeo T-shirt
🍽️ Friday night dinner
🎉 Access to all Road Trip events
🙌 The chance to show off how great UE life really is

Grab your roommates and sign up today — it’s gonna be a blast!
Questions? Hit us up at RoadTripHosting@evansville.edu

The UE University Choir led by Dr. Dennis Malfatti recently performed by invitation at the Indiana Music Education Association (IMEA) Annual State Conference in Fort Wayne IN. Attended by hundreds of music teachers from the region and featuring the finest performing ensembles in the state, the IMEA Conference is among the most important annual events for music educators around the state. The talented singers of the UE University Choir did the University proud in their performance at the conference.

Our Harlaxton Ambassadors group needs a student volunteer to attend SGA meetings on Thursday from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm in SOBA 170. If you are a current Harlaxton Ambassador or interested in joining our team and can fulfill this volunteer duty, please contact Lisa Hale at lh241 or Austin Landis at al357 at your earliest convenience.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Freshman Leif Moeller reached the 20-point mark for the third time this season as the University of Evansville men’s basketball team fell to Indiana State by a final score of 84-63 on Tuesday evening at the Ford Center.

Moeller registered a game-high 22 points on an 8-of-14 shooting effort. He added a team-high four assists. Bryce Quinet scored 12 points while AJ Casey added 10. Three Indiana State players reached double figures with Markus Harding and Sivert Waerstad Nordheim posting 18 points apiece.

“Credit Indiana State for coming out and making shots they have not made as much before today,” Purple Aces head coach David Ragland said. “It came down to shot making and shot missing. We need to have a better response than what we did today.”

AJ Casey put the Aces on the board on the opening possession while Indiana State countered with ten in a row to go up 10-2. They hit their opening three shots including two triples to open the lead. Hitting four of their first six 3-point tries, ISU opened an 18-6 lead just over eight minutes into the game. Their sixth triple solidified a 24-10 advantage midway through the half.

Kaia Berridge’s first 3-pointer since Dec. 21 ended the stretch as the Aces connected on five of their next seven attempts to cut the deficit to 26-19 heading into the final eight minutes of the period. The momentum was short-lived, however, as the Sycamores added to the lead over the final minutes of the half taking their largest lead of 17 into the halftime break. In the opening 20 minutes, ISU knocked down 10 triples.

In the opening minute of the second half, the Sycamores extended the lead to 19 before the Aces worked their way back into it. Following a jumper by Leif Moeller, Bryce Quinet scored five in a row to cut the gap to 12 points at 48-36. Just as fast as the Aces made their run, the Sycamores answered. Nine in a row gave Indiana State a 23-point lead with 13:43 remaining.

Moeller picked up a triple to end the stretch while his 3-point play made it a 63-45 game as the game entered the final 10 minutes. With four minutes on the clock, ISU took its largest lead of 28 points at 80-52 before UE closed in to make it a final of 84-63.

ISU shot 55.0% in the game while limiting the Aces to 42.6%; they also completed the game with a 37-28 rebounding advantage. UE takes to the road on Friday for a 7 p.m. game at Valparaiso.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In another strong addition to his 2026 signing class, University of Evansville head volleyball coach Zach Weinberg has announced the addition of Lyla Fisher to the Purple Aces program.

"We're so excited to add Lyla to the Aces family this fall! Lyla is a great athlete with a violent right arm and a high volleyball IQ, and we were shocked that she was still available,” Weinberg said. “Even though she is from Frisco, TX, she has ties to Indiana, and we're thrilled that Evansville will be a second home for her!"

Fisher had a stellar career at Frisco Independence HS where she accumulated over 1,000 career kills, more than 800 digs, and 175 service aces. She completed her senior season with 1^st Team All-District accolades while being named one of the Prepdig Texas Players to Watch.

As a junior in 2024, Fisher earned 1^st Team All-District honors after being named to the 2^nd Team in her first two years of high school. She paced her district in service aces as a sophomore and was crowned as the Most Improved Player as a freshman.

Her top season came in 2024 where she accumulated 416 kills, 216 digs, and 45 aces in 107 sets. Her senior campaign was highlighted by 341 kills, 218 digs, and 59 aces over the course of 96 frames. Fisher’s top match came in her senior season where she recorded 26 kills and 20 digs versus Woodrow Wilson.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day this weekend by hosting a free National Girls and Women in Sports Day clinic on Saturday, in association with Ascension St. Vincent, for area students aged eighth grade or younger. Saturday marked the third consecutive year that UE has held the event.

The event saw 125 local youth engage in a variety of activities led by UE women's sports teams. Programs that helped lead the event included women's basketball, soccer, softball, golf, volleyball, cross country, track & field, Aces Spirit, and the UE athletic training department. The event was led by UE Assistant Athletics Director for Administration Morgan McDowell, with assistance from UE volleyball student-athlete Lexi Owen.

"National Girls and Women in Sports Day is one of the most special days on our calendar at the University of Evansville. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsor, Ascension St. Vincent, we are able to create an experience that so many young girls, like my own, look forward to each year," said UE Director of Athletics Dr. Ziggy Siegfried. "Seeing our UE student-athletes spend time with our local youth, while sharing their passion, confidence, and joy, is incredibly meaningful. Thank you to everyone who came out, and especially to our women student-athletes for being such powerful role models."

In addition to the clinic, participants received a ticket voucher to any UE women's sporting event this season.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Back home for the first time since January 13, the University of Evansville men's basketball team faces Indiana State on Tuesday at 7 p.m. inside the Ford Center. ESPN+ and Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

- Evansville scored the opening five points on Saturday at UNI, however, the Panthers countered with a 15-0 run before cruising to a 71-55 victory

- AJ Casey posted his first collegiate double-double in the contest finishing with 17 points and 11 caroms, tying his career mark; all 17 of his points came in the second half

- Leif Moeller added 14 points in the contest

First Double-Double

- On Saturday at UNI, AJ Casey posted his first collegiate double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds

- His point tally improved his MVC scoring average to 14.7 PPG after averaging 7.8 points in non-conference play

- Casey's 11 boards tied his career mark, which came against Ball State in December; he is 12th in the MVC with 5.45 per game

Series Notes

- Since 2017, Indiana State has won 15 out of 18 meetings against the Aces with all three UE wins coming in Terre Haute

- The Sycamores have won eight in a row at the Ford Center

Close Games

- Out of Evansville's 10 MVC losses, six have come by 10 points or fewer

- UE has dropped its five MVC home games by an average of just 6.8 points per game

Keeping it Rolling

- Bryce Quinet has reached double figures in seven of his first 11 MVC games and recorded a career-high 20 points versus Bradley

- Quinet is averaging 10.6 PPG in his last nine contests; he scored a team-high 13 points at Illinois State before posting 16 on the road at Drake

- He added 13 points versus Murray State while hitting five field goals and dishing out four assists

Scouting the Opponent

- Indiana State enters Tuesday's game with a mark of 9-14 and 2-10 in the MVC

- The Sycamores have dropped their last five games with four of those losses coming by seven points or fewer

- On Saturday, ISU dropped a hard-fought 76-72 overtime game against Valparaiso

- Ian Scott leads the way with 14.0 points and 6.7 rebounds per game; his 23 steals and 20 blocks are also team highs

- Camp Wagner is averaging 12.0 PPG while Sterling Young holds a scoring average of 10.1 PPG

The University of Evansville (UE) is proud to announce that the world-renowned British vocal ensemble VOCES8 will perform as part of the Patricia H. Snyder Concert and Lecture Series.

This special event will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the historic St. Benedict Cathedral on Lincoln Avenue just a few blocks from the UE campus. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

Known as the world's top-streaming classical vocal group, VOCES8 has captivated global audiences with performances described by The Times as "flawless." Their repertoire spans five centuries, ranging from the sacred polyphony of the Renaissance to sophisticated contemporary pop and jazz arrangements. The ensemble earned a Grammy nomination in 2023 for The Lost Birds and is celebrated for a tonal clarity and "Rolls-Royce" precision that has made them staples at prestigious venues such as Wigmore Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and the Vienna Konzerthaus.

The Patricia H. Snyder Series is made possible through an endowment from the late Patricia H. Snyder, a University of Evansville trustee and longtime friend of the institution. Established in 1997, the series brings speakers and performers of national and international renown to Evansville at no cost to the public.

By hosting VOCES8, the University continues this tradition, providing access to artists who exemplify the highest standards of musical excellence and global education. Through the VOCES8 Foundation, the ensemble reaches more than 40,000 people annually with its mission of "Music Education for All," closely aligning with the University's commitment to community enrichment. This performance is free and open to the public.

High school students throughout the Tri-State and beyond were awarded significant scholarships on Friday, January 23, at the University of Evansville's 10th annual High School Changemaker Challenge, made possible by Toyota Indiana.

The challenge is designed to motivate young people to take a leading role in identifying and solving challenges in the world through innovation and creativity. A panel of judges heard pitches from the top 20 teams and individual students who had been invited to the in-person competition. From those top 20, six ideas were then chosen for the championship round. During that event, judges awarded first, second, and third place. Additionally, a surprise $10,000 UE scholarship was given to each of the runners up.

UE has committed more than $1 million in scholarships to winners of this competition since its inception. Those who choose UE as their college destination will each receive four-year scholarships as listed below:

First Place Helping Hands (Full tuition UE scholarship)

Team: Noma Ohonba, Chaz Burkett; Signature School, Evansville, Indiana

HelpingHands is a streamlined platform to make volunteering more convenient, people can find events that match their interests and keep track of their hours & verification all in one place. It basically functions as a social network for service, making it easy to stay informed, get involved, and track real impact without extra hassle.

Second Place / Team Promise ($27,000 UE scholarship)

Team: Lucy Howe, Elodie Thomason; Reitz Memorial High School, Evansville, Indiana

This program proposes a co-ed or all-girls flag football league in the Evansville Promise Neighborhood, offering kids a fun and active way to build healthy habits. It emphasizes physical activity, teamwork, and confidence while creating a positive space for youth to play and grow.

Third Place / VeraWell for Women ($25,000 UE scholarship)

Team: Jaini Haria, Adria Saha; Signature School, Evansville, Indiana

This app provides a secure way for victims of domestic abuse to reach licensed health and mental-health professionals through private chat or video, offering crisis triage and personalized safety planning. It also includes anonymous peer-support spaces where survivors can connect and share experiences, along with accessible resources to help them find safety and begin healing.

Runners up ($23,000 UE scholarship)

Accessible Cam

Team: Cameron Jenkins; Franklinton High School, Franklinton, North Carolina

Accessible Cam is designed to bring awareness to sidewalk and path accessibility issues throughout our city. It provides a street-level view of the challenges faced by pedestrians using wheelchairs and walkers, new mothers using strollers, and others navigating Evansville sidewalks and paths.

MyJourney

Team: Nicholas Fleming; Signature School, Evansville, Indiana

An online therapy extension providing reusable resources to patients for use out of session, along with storage for session notes and action plans and mood and progress tracking. It helps the financial and time burden on both therapists and patients, ensuring that more people have access to therapy.

LungCheckVOC

Team: Jonathan Davis; Signature School, Evansville, Indiana

This project introduces a non-invasive diagnostic tool that analyzes exhaled VOCs with machine learning to support early detection of lung cancer. It offers a simple, patient-friendly approach that can improve screening access and lead to faster, more informed care decisions.

ChangeLab Coach Awards

Emerging Coach of the Year: Max Flowers, Graduate Research Librarian, Clinical Assistant Professor

Coach of the Year: Dr. Valerie Stein, Professor of Religious Studies; Director, Social justice Program and Race & Ethnicity Studies; director, UE's Journey to Justice

Fan Favorites

Evansville Youth Music Collective

Team: Ethan He, Layne Jenkins, Stephanie Panayides; Signature School

We are a student-led volunteering ensemble and initiative composed of high school musicians driven by the philosophy that everyone deserves access to live music. Since 2024, our ensemble has performed at hospitals, retirement communities, and care facilities, bringing joy to patients, residents, and families when they need it most.

Future Women of Criminal Justice

Team: Taylor McRoberts; Boonville High School, Boonville, Indiana

The project aims to organize outreach events that connect young girls with female role models in the criminal justice field, offering mentorship and support. The initiative seeks to inspire and empower the next generation of women to pursue careers in criminal justice.

GrowIN' Soy: Indiana's Tiny Beans, Big Climate Impact

Team: Matthew Goff, Alexander Rawlinson; Signature School, Evansville, Indiana

GrowIN' Soy is an educational program to teach 3rd graders about the growth and value of soybeans and recieved an Ag Literacy grant from Indiana Farm Bureau to present this in Warrick Co. schools. Our goal is to expand this program statewide to create change by promoting more informed consumers for a positive environmental impact that supports Indiana's agricultural communities.

To learn more about High School Changemaker Challenge please visit https://www.evansville.edu/changemaker/