Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026 Philathropy Week Scavenger Hunt. Congratulations to our winner Rayanna Garrison.

The University of Evansville is excited to announce the return of UE Gives Back! Please mark your calendars for Friday, May 1, and join us for a day of service to support and enhance our campus.

With approval from your immediate supervisor and as schedules permit, employees may participate without using vacation time.

Projects this year include:

• Mulch areas along the walk between the Library, Olmsted, and the Oval (including Memorial Plaza/Ann Cooper Garden and surrounding beds)
• Add trap rock to the bed near the ADA entrance on the southeast corner of Olmsted
• Paint curbs and parking lines along the Oval
• Paint curbs at the Koch Center parking lot
• Mulch areas around building signage or place trap rock where applicable
• Power wash at Memorial Plaza, SOBA, and the Koch Center
• Clean outfield mats at the baseball field
• Paint handrails at the Panhellenic Center
• Add sand to the Hale Hall volleyball court and clean up the surrounding area

You can sign up for a project using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E44AAAC2EAAFDC25-63105190-uegives

If you have any questions, please contact Keith Gehlhausen (kg77@evansville.edu) or Apryl Weatherford (aw605@evansville.edu).

Division of Talent & Community

2026 Summer Hours

From Monday, May 11 through Friday, August 14, 2026, we’ll be shifting to a slightly sunnier schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

• Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Regular hours return Monday, August 17.

Juneteenth – Recognized as Federal Holiday for 2026

For the third year, all University offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.

July 4 Holiday

UE closed on Thursday, July 2 and Friday, July 3, in addition to the Fourth of July, which falls on a Saturday this year.

A reminder that the Gender, Women's, and Sexuality Studies Program book discussion will be held today at 4:30pm in the Dunigan Lounge (SOBA 160). All are welcome!

On May 4th at 7:30, we will be presenting a concert of ALL ORIGINAL MUSIC composed by UE Students and Faculty.

This concert will be held in the John David Lutz Theatre Lab in Hyde Hall, and will utilize the Immersive Audio Environment installed by Jon Robertson.

Please join us and celebrate the talented composer community of UE!

Featured composers and singer/songwriters on this concert are:

• Tommy Housman
• Tomi Akinwande
• Kurt Sparks
• Mags Payne
• Nico Herbert
• Jon Robertson

With a band of talented UE Musicians:

• Jace Castaneda
• Kennedy Olson
• Micah Traweek
• Jonathan Hartard
• Tyler Guthrie
• Charles du Preez

April 28, 2026

Wheeler Concert Hall

7:30 p.m.

Join the University of Evansville Music Conservatory for the annual Gumberts Award performance. Established in 1979 by W.A. Gumberts, this prestigious event honors outstanding achievement in the arts.

We are proud to showcase this year’s talented graduating senior music majors who will be performing in this event:

Ali Braikat (Percussion)

Melody Winfrey (Soprano)

Bri Alley (Mezzo-Soprano)

Special thanks to the Gumberts family and the Friends of UE Music for their ongoing support and for underwriting these awards since 2014. Don't miss this celebration of student excellence!

Admission is free and open to the public

The University of Evansville Leadership Awards celebrate the achievements of outstanding students who have dmeonstrated exceptional leadership on campus. Established in 1983, this annual event brings together multiple departments to honor students for thei dedication, service, amd impact in various areas of campus life. The awards highlight the diverse talents and contributions of UE students, fostering a sense of community and recognizing those who inspire others through their leadership.

The Leadership Awards will take place on April 29th in Eykamp Hall from 6pm - 8pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. Attire is semi-formal.

RSVP for the Leadership Awards here!

Free off site paper shredding by Piranha Mobile Shredding will return to the campus once again! All UE students, faculty, staff and alumni can take advantage of this free service by bringing paper to the Piranha truck in Koch parking lot. Paper will be shredded offsite.

So, if mounds of paper are taking over your office, home, or room, this is the time to gather those old files, receipts, cancelled checks, tax forms, etc. No need to take out the staples or paper clips. Avoid identity theft by having confidential information permanently destroyed.

Please no telephone books, magazines or newspapers. Also, please note that there is a 100lb. paper limit per visit (number of visits is not limited).

Students and employees (faculty, administrators and staff) can bring the following personal, obsolete electronic equipment to be recycled at no cost:

• LCD displays, LCD TV’s and LCD monitors, computers, printers, fax machines, laptops, cell phones, PDAs, cables, circuit boards, connectors, electrical equipment, audio video equipment, DVD players, stereos, radios, calculators, speakers, VCRs. Small quantities of batteries will be accepted.

The following items will NOT be accepted:

• CRT TV’s and CRT computer monitors

• Fluorescent light bulbs (including compact bulbs), refrigerators, freezers, microwaves, stoves, vacuum cleaners, dehumidifiers, leaking or enlarged batteries and any other items C&I deems unallowable

• Electronics owned by the University.

NOTE: The cost of processing CRT TV’s and CRT computer monitors has increased significantly, and the University is no longer able to cover these items.

Accepted items included: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, hard drives, laptops, fax/scanners, cell phones, DVD players, digital cameras, modems

Not Accepted: copy machines, microwaves, appliances

For more information or questions contact Amber Elkins at ae152 or 2697.

The Pancake Study Break is coming up on Reading/Study Day - Thursday, April 30.

Students - Join us for pancakes and more on Thursday, April 30, from 9:00-11:00 p.m. at The Eatery in Ridgway University Center. There will also be drawings for prizes - so don't miss out!

The Pancake Study Break is offered free of charge to UE students on Reading/Study Day. UE ID required.

Join International Club for our Final Event of the Year - White Elephant Snack Exchange Night on Tuesday, April 28th at 5:30 PM in the Multicultural Student Commons.

Bring a wrapped snack worth $12 or less to take part in our White Elephant exchange, a fun and unpredictable gift-swapping game where participants choose a gift or "steal" one that’s already been opened.

Whether your snack is sweet, salty, or a little silly, it’s all part of the fun!

It’s the perfect way to unwind with friends from around the world, share some laughs, and celebrate an amazing year together before the finals!

We hope to see you there!

The Center for Professional and Continuing Education invites you to join us for our upcoming Lunch and Learn workshop, Delegation: An Essential Skill for Enhancing Leadership and Teams, on Tuesday, May 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Eykamp Hall, Room 252.

In this interactive session, Dr. Tad Dickel will share how to delegate effectively by matching tasks to team strengths, avoiding common pitfalls, and ensuring accountability.  Participants will gain tools to delegate with clarity and confidence, unlocking greater productivity, engagement, and leadership growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the role of delegation in leadership development
• Identify what and when to delegate
• Match tasks to team member strengths
• Avoid common delegation pitfalls
• Ensure accountability and follow-through

Lunch will be provided.

Cost: $15 per participant
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 1

REGISTER HERE

Join us for the Hanns Pieper Photo Exhibit Reception on Thursday, April 30 at 4:00 p.m. in Krannert Gallery.

This annual exhibition celebrates the creative work of University of Evansville employees - past and present - featuring photography by faculty, staff, and retirees.

This year’s exhibiting artists include Corliss Chastain, Nancy Lockyear, Patty McCrory, Hanns Pieper, PhD, Mari Plikuhn, Lynn Penland, Eric Renschler, Jon Robertson, and Steve Worthington.

All are welcome to attend and support our campus community of artists. We hope to see you there!

Come join us on Sunday, May 3 at 6 PM in Neu Chapel as we gather to honor and send off our senior class with a meaningful time of reflection and blessing.

End the semester on a high note at our International Singalong. 🎤

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to sing, perform, or enjoy music from around the world in any language or style. Whether you are taking the stage or cheering from the audience, this is a great opportunity to celebrate global cultures through music in a fun, relaxed environment.

Sign up to perform using this link: End of Semester Sing Along – Fill out form

If you have any questions, please contact Tim Sorota at ts355@evansville.edu. We look forward to seeing you on the 27th!

• More people trained in CPR
• More groundbreaking research
• More lifesaving moments for families in our community

ChangeLab has a new offering for students interested in emerging technology - Augmented an Virtual Reality! In Fall 2026, students will work with professors from Student Media, Creative Tech, and Languages & Cultures to create immersive experiences in Meta Quest 3s Headsets.

Please reach out to Jon Robertson jr462@evansville.edu with any questions about this exciting class!

In Episode 6, José Ocampo talks with Dr. Héctor Will Pinto about his journey from Honduras to becoming an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering at UE. Have a listen!

Celebrating Hispanic Voices – Apple Podcasts – Episode 6 – Season 3 – Dr. Héctor Will Pinto's Story

Celebrating Hispanic Voices – Spotify – Episode 6 – Season 3 – Dr. Héctor Will Pinto's Story

 Thank you to our production team, Ale España and Tommy Housman!

The Writing Center is currently accepting applications for writing consultant positions for Fall 2026. If you'd like to apply, please fill out the form linked here. Contact Kristina Groves at kg76@evansville.edu if you have any questions.

Employment/Job Application for the Writing Center – Fill out form

The Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX (OIETX)relocated from the Koch Center to the Library. You can now find the OIETIX in the Library rooms 150 and 152. You can find these offices by entering through the main Bower-Surheinrich Library entrance, turning to your right, and walking through the door that says 'To Title IX/Office of Institutional Equity and  OTS'. The offices are the first two doors on your left once you go through the door.

Are you participating in the Secret Ace program this year? We are currently working to confirm the list of participants and need your help. If you are participating in Secret Ace, please send an email to Jenni Sauls at js944@evansville.edu to let me know. If you have already responded to an email sent directly to you, no further action is needed—thank you!

Beginning Friday, May 1st, all official transcript requests will be held until final grades for the spring term have been verified. Unofficial transcripts will still be available through Self-Service.

Spring graduates should select “Hold for Degree" when ordering a transcript. Once final grades are verified and degrees are conferred, official transcript orders will be processed.

Please note a correction regarding the upcoming reception for the Employee Photo Exhibit in the Krannert Gallery. 

The reception will now take place on Thursday, April 30, at 4:00 PM.

We apologize for any confusion caused by the previous announcement and look forward to seeing you there to celebrate the work of our colleagues.

Read Harder Challenge!

If you’ve participated in the Read Harder Challenge this year then it’s almost time to turn in your reading list! Your goal was to read eight books from September to April, four of which fill one of the criteria below. It’s not too late! If you’re an avid reader you can still read eight books before April 30!

1.      Read a book by a BIPOC author.

2.      Reread a Childhood favorite.

3.      Read a book about immigration or refugees.

4.      Read a nonfiction book about nature or the environment.

5.      Read a banned book.

6.      Read a book about little known history.

7.      Read a queernorm book.

8.      Read a book in a genre that you haven’t explored before.

When you finish your eight books, turn your reading list in to the Information Desk on the first floor of the library. Students will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. The winner will be announced on May 1^st.

Jon Robertson, Director of Creative Technologies, is building an internal database of singer/songwriters and composers across the university, welcoming all skill levels from both students and faculty alike.

This is a Creative Technologies initiative aimed at connecting musicians who may want to collaborate and create together, with more opportunities on the horizon.

If that sounds like you, please reach out to Jon with a brief introduction: jr462@evansville.edu 488-1158 

The William L. Ridgway College of Arts and Sciences invites lecture proposals from University of Evansville faculty for the 2026–27 Morgan Whitaker Stankey Andiron Lecture Series.

This series honors the memory of University of Evansville alumna Morgan Stankey, who passed away unexpectedly in March 2023. Generous gifts made in her memory have enabled the revival of the Andiron Lecture—a long-standing tradition that has in the past played a vital role in the University’s intellectual life.

We welcome proposals from all academic fields. Lectures are typically delivered as 45-minute, single-speaker presentations, though collaborative proposals with multiple presenters are also encouraged. We look forward to broad faculty participation in this renewed tradition, which celebrates both Morgan’s legacy and the distinguished history of the Andiron Lectures.

Please email your proposal to Dr James MacLeod, Director of the Series, at jm224@evansville.edu

UE's Marketing Department is seeking multiple student workers to assist with TikTok and Instagram content creation for Fall 2026.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Understands how to use TikTok and Instagram 
• Video editing
• Can quickly put together creative video material if needed
• Has a creative eye for social media and can not only film and edit material but craft captions too
• Can attend UE events and work independently to capture student life and share the UE experience from a current student perspective (e.g., interviews, student takeovers, event recaps)
• Follows/Stays up-to-date on TikTok and Instagram trends and can produce content to match these trends

This is a paid position. Interested students should send resumes to Abigail Perry at ap445@evansville.edu.

If you are interested in building bridges instead of walls, register for CHNG-310-S02: Latino Community Outreach for the fall semester. We work collaboratively with businesses and nonprofits to promote diversity and multicultural  harmony and to meet the needs of the local Latino community. 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(s) they wish to pursue.
If you want to learn more about this award-winning ChangeLab, email Dr. Cindy Crowe: cc109@evansville.edu

SPAN-212- Intermediate Spanish (3 credit hours) will be offered asynchronously online during Summer Session 2 (June 15 – July 17, 2026).                                                                                                                  Please contact Dr. Cindy Crowe cc109@evansville.edu with any questions.

SPAN-211- Intermediate Spanish (3 credit hours) will be offered asynchronously online during Summer Session 1 (May 11-June 12, 2026).
Please contact Dr. Cindy Crowe cc109@evansville.edu with any questions.

SPAN-112- Elementary Spanish (3 credit hours) will be offered asynchronously online during Summer Session 2  (June 15 – July 17, 2026).                                                                                                              This course fulfills Outcome 6. Please contact Dr. Cindy Crowe cc109@evansville.edu with any questions.

First-Year and Senior Students Only:

Complete the survey by April 28 for a chance to win great prizes! Continue to watch for NSSE emails that started back in March.

All first year and senior students who complete the survey will be entered into drawings for:

• 1 Apple iPad (11th generation)
• 1 Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker
• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speakers
• Awarded to one first year student and one senior
• Owala 40 oz. FreeSip SWAY Tumblers
• Awarded to two first year students and two seniors 

Each student may receive one prize only.

The odds of winning depend on how many students complete the survey. This year, 1,448 first year and senior students were invited, and the last time this survey was administered, about 315 students participated.

Your feedback matters—thank you for taking part!

WATERLOO, Ill. – Posting one of the lowest scores in University of Evansville history, Omar Khalid is tied for the lead following the opening round of the 2026 Missouri Valley Conference Men’s Golf Championship at Annbriar Golf Club.

Khalid recorded a 6-under 65 on Sunday and is tied for the lead with Anthony De Schutter of Southern Illinois. Khalid’s 65 is tied for the second-lowest round in program history. The duo paces the field by two strokes heading into the second round.

Daniil Romashkin and Julian Kiessling are tied for 22^nd in the individual standings. Both carded scores 74, three over par. Jamison Ousley finished the day one behind them with a 75. Mason Taylor registered a 77 to open the tournament and is tied for 37^th place.

Evansville is 5^th in the team standings with a 288. The Purple Aces are one behind Bradley and just nine off leader Southern Illinois. The Salukis had a 279 in the first round and lead Murray State by three strokes.

CHICAGO – Game two of Friday’s doubleheader saw the University of Evansville softball team erupt for a season-high 16 runs to earn a split against UIC at Flames Field. Saturday’s 1 p.m. game will decide the series.

Game 1 – UIC 8, UE 6

UIC scored six runs in the bottom of the fifth and fended off a late challenge to take game one by a final score of 8-6. Niki Bode was a perfect 4-for-4 while scoring two runs in the game. Jess Willsey and Morgan Adams recorded two hits apiece.

UE opened the scoring in the top of the first. With two outs and two on, Adams singled up the middle to bring in Bode, who singled earlier in the frame. Keghan Pye’s single scored Emma McDonald in the top of the 2^nd to double the lead to 2-0. McDonald led off with a walk before a 2-base error put her in scoring position.

The Flames scored two runs in the bottom of the 2^nd to tie the game before Bode scored the go-ahead run in the top of the 5^th to retake the lead. Bode scored on a foul out by Adams. Things quickly turned as UIC scored six runs in the bottom of the inning to go up 8-3. The Flames scored six runs on six hits to take their first lead. They had a chance to add more before stranding the bases loaded.

Down to its final three outs, UE did its best to get back in the game. Following a Bode double, Maliyah Wilkins walked and Adams singled to load the bases for Jess Willsey who came through with a bases-clearing double to make it a 2-run game. UIC was able secure the victory with a fly out.

Game 2 – UE 16, UIC 0

Highlighted by a 12-run 3^rd inning, the Purple Aces earned a doubleheader split over UIC with a 16-0 victory in five innings. Evansville scored 16 runs on 14 hits with Brooke Voss, Maliyah Wilkins, Morgan Adams, Eliza Piggott, and Emma McDonald each picking up two hits apiece. Wilkins scored a game-high three runs. Alexis Tucker was stellar in the circle, tossing the 5-inning shutout. She gave up six hits while striking out three Flame batters.

Following a pair of scoreless frames to open the game, Evansville scored 12 runs on eight hits in the third. With one out, Niki Bode walked before the offense followed with four hits in a row. Jess Willsey got the Aces on the board with a 2-run single while Piggott followed with an RBI double. McDonald reached on an error to bring up Keghan Pye. She made it a 5-0 game with a single.

Bode added a 2-run single in the inning while Voss, Adams, and Piggott capped off the inning with RBI’s. Voss hit a solo home run in the 4^th while three more would score in the 5^th. Piggott recorded an RBI double before McDonald followed with a 2-run triple. Tucker retired the side in order in the bottom of the frame to complete the victory.

CHICAGO – Jess Willsey recorded three hits to lead the University of Evansville softball team in a 7-4 setback to UIC on Saturday at Flames Field.

Willsey went 3-4 with two RBI as the Purple Aces dropped the series finale to the Flames. Niki Bode went 2-3 with a run and walk. Kate Ridgway allowed five runs in 2 2/3 inning as she suffered the loss. Alexis Tucker threw the final 3 1/3 innings and allowed two runs in four hits.

Evansville jumped in front with two runs in the top of the 3^rd. After Niki Bode reached on a single, Maliyah Wilkins and Morgan Adams walked to load the bases. Jess Willsey and Ashtyn Holbrook followed with RBI singles to give UE a 2-0 lead. The Flames responded with five runs in the bottom of the frame. Ari O’Connell and Siena Stickney each had 2-run hits to give UIC its first lead of the game.

UE got right back to work in the 4^th when Brooke Voss and Taylor Howe singled while Bode walked to load the bases. Wilkins walk forced in the third run of the game while Willsey added her third hit of the day to cut the deficit to one. The score remained 5-4 until the bottom of the 6^th when UIC added two insurance runs to take a 7-4 lead into the 7^th.

Emma McDonald singled in the final inning but UIC was able to complete the victory to win the series. UE travels to Indiana on Wednesday before completing the regular season at home against Valparaiso next weekend.

The University of Evansville (UE) is proud to announce that its renovated athletics facility will be named the Begle Family Sports Performance Center in recognition of the leadership giving of Trustee Curt Begle ’99 and his wife, Kelley Begle ’00.

The Board of Trustees approved the recognition unanimously during their February meeting and the Begle’s along with University leaders officially cut the ribbon during a ceremony on Friday.

The Begle family’s long-standing support has culminated in a major investment that will directly enhance the student-athlete experience. This project, funded entirely through private gifts, has already surpassed $800,000. The new facility will provide space for training, recovery, and development, serving all 300 student-athletes across UE’s 17 NCAA Division I programs.

Further enhancements to the space will focus on the holistic well-being of student-athletes, with an emphasis on nutrition and opportunities for engagement that strengthen community and team connections.

“When I first arrived at UE, it was clear to me that the greatest facility need for our entire department was a new sports performance center that could serve all 300 of our student-athletes.” said Director of Athletics Dr. Kenneth “Ziggy” Siegfried. “The Begle Family Sports Performance Center will transform the student-athlete experience at UE and provide our coaches with a first-class tool for recruiting the brightest and best. We are deeply grateful to the Begle family and to all of our supporters who stepped forward to make this vision a reality,”

“This project will give all student-athletes the resources they need to grow physically and mentally, supporting their overall well-being and helping them perform at their best in every aspect of their college experience,” said Head Men’s Basketball Coach David Ragland.

Curt Begle knows the impact this project will have firsthand. A forward on the Purple Aces men’s basketball team, he was part of the 1999 squad, the last UE team to compete in the NCAA Tournament. Since graduating from UE, Begle has become Chief Executive Officer of Magnera Corporation. He has served as a member of the Board of Trustees since 2019, is co-chair of the 50th Anniversary Plane Crash Task Force and is a highly involved member of the Athletic Director’s Council.

Kelley Meisler-Begle ’00, a former member of the cheer team and Acettes, has also been devoted to UE. She has hosted University events, supported multiple sports, and attended games courtside for years with Curt and their son, Crue. Together, Curt and Kelley have encouraged other donors to support the project and provided input on its design to ensure it meets the needs of student-athletes.

“Kelley and I know the lessons athletics instill last a lifetime, including teamwork, perseverance, and resilience,” said Begle. “UE made those lessons real for me, and it has been our privilege to give back. We are proud that this support will help every student-athlete pursue excellence here and step into the world ready to lead.”

Curt and Kelley Begle have shown how generosity can shape lives and strengthen community. Their legacy reflects a strong future for the University of Evansville, where ideas are launched and meaningful change takes root.