How do I register for a Parking Permit?

You can register for your Parking Permit through the UE Self-Service portal https://selfservice.evansville.edu using your UE username and password. The Parking Permits link is under “UE Forms.” Click on the menu icon (upper left hand corner) > UE Forms > Employee > Parking Permits. If you need assistance with accessing self-service, please contact OTS help desk at (812) 488-2077.

How much does a Parking Permit cost and how do I pay for it?

Employee Parking Permits are $50 for the academic year.  Discounts for UE license plates are only valid if the plate is active at the time of permit registration. There are no discounts or refunds once the permit is assigned. The discounted fee for employees who have UE license plates is $25 for the academic year.

Payment options include:

• quick and easy on-line payroll deduction of $10 installments over five pay periods

• cash/check/credit card at the cashier area in Student Financial Services, Olmsted 105.

What is the process for applying and paying for a Parking Permit?

Employees will go to the appropriate link on UE Self-Service (see instructions above) and follow the processes for registering a vehicle. Once you have registered your vehicle and enrolled for payroll deduction, stop by the cashier area in Student Financial Services and pick up your Parking Permit. That’s all there is to it!

What if I don’t want to do payroll deduction?

If you opt to pay in full at Student Financial Services, you will still need to register your vehicle on self-service. Then you will need to print out the registration confirmation sheet and take it to the cashier area in Student Financial Services. The cashier will take your payment, mark your confirmation sheet as paid, and issue your permit.

What if I am a President’s Club member or have a UE license plate - does that make a difference?

President’s Club members are asked to register their vehicles on-line simply for the purposes of being able to provide timely information in the event of an emergency (ie. Someone has damaged your vehicle and we need to notify you). President’s Club stickers will be distributed via the Office of Development upon confirmation of the donation.

Where do I pick up my Permit?

Employee Parking Permits will be distributed at Student Financial Services. We strongly encourage all employees to apply and pick up their Parking Permits Monday, August 5 thru Wednesday, August 21, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. to avoid the rush of the distribution of Student Parking Permits.

Questions or Concerns Regarding this Work:

Bob Dale: Assistant Director Facilities Management and Planning, 812-488-2046, bd22@evansville.edu

Affected Dates:

May 20, 2024, through September 30, 2024

Description of Work:

The work includes demolition of five (5) existing houses, concrete walkways, and removal of some trees. The work will also include the installation of outdoor lights, outdoor patio, two sand volleyball court(s), and hammock village.

Impact for Occupants:

• East and west walkways on Frederick Street will be closed to pedestrian traffic and vehicle parking from Walnut Street north of the Jones Hall Sidewalk (see attached map, highlighted in red)
• There will be construction traffic and noise.

Action(s) Required:

• Please follow posted signage, caution tape and cones
• No parking allowed on Frederick Street from Walnut Street to north of the Jones Hall Sidewalk.
• Please use Lot H as an alternative parking area.
• Use caution near equipment and construction activity.

Thank you for your patience as we maintain our beautiful campus.

To report a facilities emergency, call (812) 488-2775.

The campus community is invited to join a press conference with President Pietruszkiewicz and Toyota Indiana President Tim Hollander at 1:15 p.m. on Friday, August 23. A collaborative initiative in the community will be announced during the event which will be held outside the Center for Innovation and Change (CIC) in Ridgway University Center. You can also stream at https://www.evansville.edu/live/

Auditions for the UE Choir program will be held Tuesday, August 20, Wednesday August 21, Thursday August 22, and Friday August 23. Anyone with a love of singing is welcome to audition.

For current UE students, to schedule an audition:

• First, sign-up for a day/time at this link.
• Second, complete the online information form.

For UE Faculty or Staff, please email the Director of Choral Activities directly to schedule an audition: dm155@evansville.edu

The UE Jazz Ensemble will be holding auditions August 21-23 from 1-3 pm each day, open to any student on campus who plays sax, trombone, trumpet, piano, drums, bass, or guitar. This ensemble meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-12:50 pm.

For audition details and sign-ups, please contact Dr. Charles du Preez at cd288@evansville.edu

More information can be found at: https://www.evansville.edu/majors/music/ensIntro.cfm

The UE Wind Ensemble will hold auditions August 20-22. Everyone, regardless of their major is welcome to audition for membership.

The UE Wind Ensemble audition will consist of prepared excerpts, two major scales (one in a flat key, one in a sharp key), chromatic scale (practical range of instrument), and sight reading.

Audition Schedule

• Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
• Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
• Thursday, August 22, 2024, 3:00 - 5:30 PM

Auditions are held in Krannert Hall of Fine Arts, Room 103. Please sign up for an audition.

Information and audition excerpts can be found at: https://www.evansville.edu/majors/music/ensintro.cfm

For further information, please contact Dr. Kenneth Steinsultz (ks306@evansville.edu)

Please note:  Wind Ensemble will not meet on Thursday, August 22, due to auditions.

First rehearsal will be Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Fall 2024 Performances

• Tuesday, October 1, 2024
• Tuesday, October 29, 2024
• Tuesday, December 3, 2024
• Select basketball games to be announced.

Employee & Spouse Fall Health Risk Assessments will take place September 11th -13th from 7:00am -10:45am each day in Eykamp Room 251. Complete your health risk assessment and earn HRA credits. This health risk assessment is available for UE employees and their spouses on the UE medical insurance plan. Please remember, fasting 8-10 hours is recommended. Drink plenty of water prior to your screening appointment. Take maintenance medications as prescribed, as long as they are not required to be taken with food. Click the link below to sign up today!

https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/1bblnzjg/

Interested in a part-time job that works with your class schedule? Stop by to see all of the employment opportunities available to you on campus!

Hosted by the Center for Career Development or Student Financial Services

Student Job Fair

Tuesday, August 27

11:00am- 1:00pm

Ridgway University Center

The Center for Inclusive Excellence is excited to invite you to the Diversity Fest on August 22nd from 5:00PM-8:00PM in Eykamp Hall.  This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet new students, learn about various student organizations, and kick-off the academic year with fun, food, and fellowship.  We look forward to seeing you there!

What to Expect:

• Meet and Greet:  Connect with fellow students and make new friends.
• Student Organizations: Discover a variety of student groups and find out how you can get involved.
• Food and Refreshments:  Savor delicious refreshments.
• Community Organizations:  Engage with local community organizations and learn about opportunities to contribute and make a difference.
• Interactive Activities:  Participate in games and activities designed to foster community and inclusivity.

New employees in need of a headshot or existing employees seeking an updated image may have theirs taken on Tuesday, August 27. Photographer Chris Berneking will be available from 9-9:15 a.m. and will be set up on the brick sidewalk near the southwest corner of the front oval lawn.

If you would like to have your headshot taken, please contact Julie Beer at jb855 to be added to the list.

As we begin a new year, we want to create space to join together as an entire campus community in prayer. Join us August 21 at 6:30 PM on the East Terrace Lawn for a cookout, worship and prayer as we pray in hope for renewal over this campus and the community of Evansville.

All first-year students, transfer students, new graduate students, and junior-year students will receive a link on Thursday, August 22nd for their online Title IX training, "U Got This!". "U Got This!" is a three-part interactive training that addresses Title IX, Consent, and Bystander Intervention. Students will receive an email and unique training link from CatharsisOnlineTraining@catharsisproductions.com and will have until December 20, 2024 to complete the training. Please keep an eye on your Clutter and/or Spam folders for the email and training link. If you have any questions, you can direct them to the Office of Institutional Equity at titleix@evansville.edu or cs175@evansville.edu.

The 2024 - 2025 UE Planners are HERE! Keep track of your assignments, important to-do list items, and organize your busy academic, campus, and personal life with this FREE tool. The UE Planner book also includes a student resource guide and comes built-in with important university deadlines and event dates. Begin your new chapter this year by being on top of your time!

Get your FREE planner at the Solution Station table in Ridgway University Center:

• Wednesday, August 21 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Friday, August 23 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Wednesday, August 28 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Planners are also available in Academic Services (Olmsted 116) and the UE Library. Just ask!

Don’t miss out on this great FREE resource! Come by and ask for one.

Professor Briana Alvey, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
Professor Briana Alvey graduated in 2003 from Madisonville Community College with an AS degree in Nursing. She also earned a Master’s in Science degree in Nursing (Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult-Gerontology) from the University of Southern Indiana in 2015.

Professor Barbara Cash, Visiting Assistant Professor of Health Services Administration
Professor Cash is a University of Evansville graduate receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in 1980 in Social Work. She earned her Master of Health Administration degree in 2008 from University of Southern Indiana.

Professor Max Flowers, Clinical Assistant Professor of Graduate Research Librarian
Professor Flowers earned a BFA in Printmaking from Savannah College of Art & Design in 2016 and has almost completed an MLIS degree from San Jose State University.

Professor Carol Hester, Clinical Assistant Professor of First Year Seminar
Professor Hester earned BS and MA degrees in Organizational Communication (1994) and TESOL (2001) from Murray State University.

Professor Jerad Kosek, Assistant Professor School of Health Sciences
Professor Kosek obtained a BA degree in Exercise Science in 2019 from SUNY Brockport. From Auburn University, he earned an MS degree in Kinesiology in 2020 and a PhD degree in Kinesiology in 2024.

Professor Nicolette Leach, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy
Professor Leach earned a Bachelors of Science in Public Health in 2017 and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees in 2019 from the University of Evansville. She is a certified Physical Therapist, Pediatric Certified Specialist, and is certified in Bridge Building Techniques.

Dr. John MacDonald, Visiting Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering
Dr. MacDonald graduated from Harvey Mudd College in 1985 with a B.S. in General Engineering degree. From the Illinois Institute of Technology, he received his M.S. (1990) and PhD. (2008) degrees in Electrical Engineering.

Professor Meagan McKain, Nursing Simulation and Lab Coordinator
Professor McKain earned her BS in Psychology in 2010 from the University of Evansville. In 2013, she received a BS degree in Nursing from the University of Southern Indiana. Her MS degree in Nursing Education was obtained from Western Governors University in 2023.

Professor Rebekah McKay, Assistant Professor of Archaeology
Professor McKay doubled majored with Bachelor of Art degrees in Art History and Classical Studies from the University of Puget Sound in 2010. From the University of Exeter, she received her MA degree in 2012 Archaeology with honors. Her PhD in Classical Archaeology was earned in 2024 from the University of California, Berkeley.

Dr. Toufiq Nazrul, Professor of Accounting
Dr. Nazrul earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting & Computer Information Systems in 2019 from Augustana University. In 2020 from the School of Accountancy, Daniels College of Business, he earned a Master of Accountancy degree. His PhD was earned from Woody L. Hunt College of Business in May 2024.

Dr. Logan Pant, Assistant Professor of Marketing
Dr. Pant received a BBA in Marketing from the University of Toledo in 2018. His MBA degree (Summa Cum Laude) came from the University of Louisville in 2021. He earned his PhD in Marketing from in 2024 from the University of North Texas.

Dr. William Phillips, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology and Director of the UE Mental Health and Wellness Clinic and Emily M. Young Assessment Center
Dr. Phillips received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hendrix College in 2012. From Ball State University, he earned a Master of Arts degree in 2015 and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in 2020.

Professor Taylor Rokicki, Clinical Assistant Professor of First Year Seminar
Professor Rokicki graduated in 2004 with an Associate of Arts degree from Santa Monica College. From Humboldt State University, she received a BA degree in English Literature in 2006. Her MA degree from the University of Liverpool was awarded in 2011.

Dr. Ying Ying Seah, Assistant Professor of Computer Science
All from Purdue University, Dr. Seah received her B.S. degree in Computer Information Technology with a concentration in Information Systems in 2015, her M.S. degree in Computer Information Technology in 2017, and a PhD in Technology in 2021.

Professor Kacie Seibert, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
Professor Seibert earned an Associate of Science degree in Nursing in 2010 and a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Vincennes University. From Western Governors University, she received a Master of Science degree in Nursing Education in 2018.

Dr. Desiree Seponski, Assistant Professor of Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
Dr. Seponski earned her 2004 Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Self-Designed Women’s Studies with a minor of Mathematics. From the University of Georgia, she received a Master of Science (2007) and a Doctorate of Philosophy (2011) in Child and Family Development, Marriage and Family Therapy Emphasis.

Dr. Brian St. John, Visiting Assistant Professor of Music
Dr. St. John earned his Bachelor of Music- Viola Performance in 1991 and his Master of Music- Orchestral Conducting in 1993, both from the University of Missouri- Kansas City, Conservatory of Music. His Doctor of Musical Arts- Orchestral Conducting was received in 2010 from Arizona State University.

Dr. Alex Taylor, Assistant Professor of Economics
Dr. Taylor obtained his BA degree in Economics (cum laude) with a minor in Mathematics in 2019 from Hillsdale College. From George Mason University, he earned his MA (2021) and PhD (2024) degrees both in Economics.

Professor Jared Turney, Assistant Professor/Lilly Grant Coordinator
Professor Turney earned from the University of Southern Indiana his Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education in 2007 and his Masters of Science in Educational Administration in 2013.

Dr. Hector Will, Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering
Dr. Will graduated from Honduran University of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2009 in Electronics Engineering. His Master’s in Business Technology & Management degree was from Central American University of Technology in 2015. He earned his PhD in Physics from Purdue University in 2022.

Professor Breaha Wininger, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
Professor Wininger is a 2005 University of Evansville graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. From Indiana University School of Nursing, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in 2011.

Professor Chantal Wood, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing
Professor Wood graduated from the University of Southern Indiana in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry degree and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2011. From Western Governors University, she earned a Master of Science in Nursing Education degree.

Dr. Toby Zucker, Associate Professor of Nursing and ABSN Program Director
Dr. Zucker received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2004) and his Master of Science in Nursing-Gerontological Clinical Nurse (2009) from Dominican University of California. From the University of San Francisco, he earned his Doctor of Education degree in Learning and Instruction in 2013.

A parking lot located near Locust Street at the Stone Family Center for Health Sciences will no longer be able to be utilized starting Monday, August 19. Access to this lot will be lost to make room for future development.

According to the property owner, most of the Stone Center’s spaces in this lot will be replaced with an additional allotment in the Doubletree Garage as well as additional parking in the lot across 5th Street. Please reference the attached map.

Each year, the University of Evansville holds a Purple Tam Ceremony, which is a significant moment during Academic Convocation. Purple tams are awarded to members of the faculty who have achieved the rank of full professor, which indicates their service to UE. The awarding of a purple tam is symbolic of UE's gratitude to these professors and their contributions to this institution. The purple velvet tams, which are seen at every official academic event, provide a visible sign of achievement.

Purple Tams were presented at Academic Convocation on Tuesday, August 20.

Andy Lampkins, Interim Dean of the College of Education and Health Sciences and Chair of the Department of Physician Assistant Science

Dr. Lampkins originally joined the faculty at the University of Evansville in 2013 as the G. Richard and Rita ’59 Eykamp Endowed Chair in Chemistry and has been a licensed pharmacist for twenty-two years. Prior to coming to UE, he was the John R. Sampey, Jr. Research Professor at Samford University, where he taught in both the McWhorter School of Pharmacy and the Howard College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Lampkins’ research uses chemistry as a tool to solve problems in medicine and spans drug design/discovery, synthesis of bioactive natural products, and new reaction development. Specific research foci include the discovery of new drugs to combat Alzheimer’s disease and the development of “smart” therapeutics that can target, treat, and detect cancer simultaneously. Dr. Lampkins received his Pharm.D. from Butler University, his PhD in organic chemistry from the University of Florida, and he completed a Walther Cancer Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Notre Dame.

Payal Patel-Dovlatabadi, School of Health Sciences

Dr. Patel-Dovlatabadi, or Dr. PD as her students call her, has been at UE for thirteen years and is the director of the undergraduate and graduate programs in Public Health. She has a passion for public health and teaching the multidisciplinary aspects of the field and has seen much growth with the program. Dr. PD also serves as the Public Health expert for local media and has appeared on over 150 televised interviews regarding various public health issues, most recently being the COVID pandemic. She has served on numerous committees including the Faculty Senate, General Education Committee, Faculty Professional Affairs Committee, IRB Committee, and the Public Health Taskforce to name a few. With the Public Health Taskforce (formerly called the COVID-19 Taskforce), Dr. PD played an instrumental role in the development of campus-wide policies. She was also chosen as one of five public health experts in Indiana to write reviews of the literature during the pandemic for WISE Indiana to assist medical professionals and policymakers with decision-making related to COVID-19. She has received numerous accolades including the Dean's Teaching Award, Global Scholar Award, Berger Award for Service, President's Distinguished Service Award, and Evansville Rotary Club's 20 Under 40 Award.

The Department of Communications congratulates Tommy Housman, Instructor of Communications, who was interviewed for an article in Inside Indiana Business journal. Read the article: "Q&A with University of Evansville's Tommy Housman on Fireside Aces Radio launch". Inside Indiana Business: From Evansville to Fort Wayne and everywhere in between, discover the best of business with Inside INdiana Business. With a portfolio of television, radio, digital and on-demand business news products, Inside INdiana Business is your source for all things business in the Hoosier state.

The School of Engineering and Computer Science would like to congratulate Dr. Hector Will, Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering, on having a paper accepted for publication. His paper Embodied Immersive Virtual Reality To Enhance The Conceptual Understanding Of Charged Particles: A Qualitative Study will appear in the December 2024 issue of Computers & Education: X Reality.

The paper discusses the design and development of an IVR tool to teach the concepts of electric fields and charged particles. Eight students from technology-related majors participated in the study. The results show a higher score and improvement between pre- and post-test results.

Read the article.

Fifth-year forward Kai Phillip is earning preseason honors heading into the University of Evansville men's soccer team's 2024 season.

After a breakout season in 2023 leading the Purple Aces on offense, Kai Phillip (Diego Martin, Trinidad & Tobago) has been named to the Missouri Valley Conference Preseason All-Conference Team as voted on by league head coaches. Phillip is one of 11 Valley players named preseason All-MVC and is UE's only representative. In 2023 Phillip led Evansville in goals (10) and points (21) which was also good for third across the MVC.

The Aces were picked to finish seventh in the preseason poll with a total of 30 points. Missouri State was picked as the league's top men's soccer team with a trio of first-place votes and 74 points, edging Western Michigan's 72 points and four first-place votes. UIC garnered a pair of first-place votes, finishing with 69 points for third. Bowling Green (51 points), Belmont (41 points), Northern Illinois (31 points), Drake (19 points) and Bradley (18 points) round out the rest of the poll.

UE returns all but a fifth of its roster for the 2024 season after coming a point shy of the MVC Tournament in 2023. With a team of 26 returners, Evansville looks to return to the postseason led by its top three goal scorers from 2023. Along with over 20 returners, the Aces add 14 newcomers with 10 freshmen; Marlon Amaya, Håkon Edstrøm, Dean Harper, Sean Hendrie, Conner Johnson, Michal Mroz, Brady Seaton, Austin Walter, Peyton Williams, Martin Wurschmidt and four transfers; Hugo Amo, Nacho Garcia, Sami Owusu, and Rylan Ross.

The 2024 season will be head coach Robbe Tarver's first full season as Evansville's head coach after removing the interim tag midway through 2023. In his first year at the helm, Tarver guided the Aces to four wins against a highly competitive schedule. Along with four wins, Tarver's squad in 2023 had four draws, including handing MVC regular-season and tournament champions Western Michigan their only non-winning result in conference play.

Phillip returns for his final campaign with the Aces after leading UE offensively with 10 goals, 21 points, 36 shots, and 17 shots on goal. Along with Phillip, UE returns 2022 MVC Freshman of the Year Nacho Diaz Barragan after he was sidelined for the majority of last year with an injury, and its other two top goal scorers, sophomore winger Auden Engen Vik and senior midfielder Jose Vivas.

Are you ready to showcase your skills and join our Esports program? We’re thrilled to announce that tryouts for Rocket League, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Overwatch 2, Valorant, and Counter Strike 2 are just around the corner! Whether you’re an experienced player or new to the game, we invite all interested athletes to come and show us what you’ve got.

Tryout Dates: (You only need to come to one of the days)

Date 1: Thursday, August 22^nd through Friday, August 23^rd

Thursday, August 22^nd Call of Duty, Counter Strike 2, and Rocket League

Friday, August 23^rd Overwatch 2, Valorant, Fortnite, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate

Date 2: Thursday, August 29^th through Friday, August 30^th

Thursday, August 29^th Call of Duty, Counter Strike 2, and Rocket League

Friday, August 30^th Overwatch 2, Valorant, Fortnite, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate

Time: 4:30 pm. to 6:30 p.m. [Time may be shorter]

Location: Aces Esports Center, 1700 East Walnut Street, Evansville, Indiana 47714

What to Expect:

·         Warm-Up and drills: We will start with designated time to warm up and specific drills for each game that is present

·         Skill Assessment: You will be measured on skills within the game, game knowledge, and communication ability.

·         Scrimmages: We may put you into a scrimmage or ranked game with people that you are unfamiliar with

·         Official Team: We will announce the official team by Wednesday, September 4^th

What to Bring:

·         Account information for the game that you are trying out for, Discord (If you don’t have one then make one), and any other accounts that you need to log into

·         Your equipment that you normally use (Controller, Charging Cord, Mouse, Keyboard, Headset)

·         Your own water bottle and snacks

·         Proper attire (Space is normally at 70 degrees)

Important information:

·         Registration: Please fill out our tryout form: forms.office.com/r/fKbhJmiD6C

·         Eligibility: You must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA to be accepted into our program

Why Tryout?

This is your chance to be part of our amazing team, create a community of like-minded people, enhance your skills, and make some lasting competitive memories. Our coaching staff is excited to meet all the talented athletes and find the best fit for our program.

If you have any questions, please contact us at esports@evansville.edu

Aces Esports Program