The September 2024 meetings of the University of Evansville Board of Trustees will be held on campus Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14, 2024. Parking in front of Olmsted Administration Hall and the Schroeder Family School of Business Administration will be reserved for University Trustees. Employee parking on the front oval will be limited on both days.

The Black Student Union is hosting an exciting 3v3 Basketball Tournament on September 22nd, starting at 12 PM in the UE Carson Center! We would love for you to spread the word to your organization and friends to potentially create a team.    Here are the details you need to know:   Participation in the tournament is open to all USI and UE students, faculty, and staff. Here's how you can get involved:   Sign up to play:

• Create a team of up to 4 people (co-ed teams are welcome)!
• Solo players can sign up for just $5 and be assigned to a team.
• Teams are $15 and all payments must be made before the event.

  Volunteer Opportunities:

• Refereeing
• Check-in
• Concession Stand
• Scoreboard
• Set-up/Clean-up

  Attend and Watch: Not a player or volunteer? Come and support the teams for a great time!   We accept cash, Venmo, and Cash App for all payments. To make things easy, we’ll be tabling at Ridgway for the next two weeks—feel free to stop by, ask questions, and sign up! To sign up to participate or volunteer, click here!!

ECTE invites faculty and staff to attend the first Lunch and Learn session of the semester this Thursday, September 12th in the Ridgway Student Center - Eykamp 253 - from 12:15pm to 1:00pm.

Director for Student Engagement, Abagail Catania, and Manager of Retention, Chad Hart, will be presenting on how student development theory high impact practices and the entire campus can work together to make UE a more student-ready environment. This session will also invite participants to think on how to influence their own unique campus contexts in ways that positively impact student retention.

Lunch will be provided. We hope to see you there!

ECTE Team: Diana Rodríguez Quevedo, ECTE Director, Julie Merkle, ECTE Co-Director, Trenda Ridge, Administrative Assistant

Brenda Miller, Administrative Assistant to the Psychology & Behavioral Sciences and Communications departments, will be retiring on September 13th, after 30 wonderful years of service at UE. There will be a reception to honor Brenda on Friday, September 13th from 2-3:30 pm in Hyde Hall 206 (the Dean's Conference Room). Please come and honor Brenda for all of her contributions to the College of Arts & Sciences and congratulate her on a terrific career at the University of Evansville.

Get ready to start the semester with a BANG at our lively Pep Rally on September 12th! Join us at The Eatery for great food, a fun photo booth, and exciting minute-to-win-it games. Prices include Ace Bucks, headphones, speakers, and more! Don't miss out on the fun! Follow us on Instagram for more info @FoodatUE

Constitution Day is September 17.  This day commemorates September 17, 1787, the last day of the Constitutional Convention when the consitution was signed.

This year, UE will celebrate Consitution Day by having a three-judge panel of the Indiana State Appeals Court hear a case at UE.  This program is referred to as "traveling oral arguments" or "Appeals on Wheels".

Judges and attorneys for the appellant and the state will present and hear oral arguments on a case pending before the court.

The entire UE campus community is invited to attend this special event.

The case begins at 10:30 a.m. in Eykamp Hall, Ridgway University of Center.

This event is sponsored by the Political Science Program and the Legal Studies Program.

This training aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. By participating, you will gain valuable insights and tools to become an effective ally and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.

There are two (2) training sessions: Lunch and Learn-Bring Your Own Lunch-September 16, 2024, at 11:30am-1:00pm location Eykamp Hall Room 255.

Second Training Session-September 23, 2024, at 1:00pm-2:00pm location UE Library.

Click this link to sign up on UEngage https://uengage.evansville.edu/event/10276610

Employees in need of a new headshot can have theirs taken while photographer Chris Berneking is on campus on Wednesday, September 18. Photos will be taken from 9-9:15 a.m. near the southwest corner of the front oval lawn.

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

Stop by the library lobby between 3 and 5pm on Wednesday, September 11 to learn more about what the library can do for you. There will be lots of useful information, along with library tours, snacks, and games!

The YARD TIMES exhibit, featuring artist Amanda Smith, will open on September 3 through October 19, 2024.

The UE Friends of Art cordially invites you to a reception on Friday, September 13 at 6:30 pm in the Melvin Peterson Gallery.  Please plan to attend and bring a friend!

Paintings by artist Eric Utterback will be featured in the exhibit DISTORTED REALITIES from August 26 - October 13, 2024 in the Krannert Gallery.

You are cordially invited to the artists reception in the Krannert Gallery on Thursday, September 5 at 6:30 pm.

This exhibit is supported by the Efroymson Family Fund and the UE Department of Art.

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/

REMINDER: The Office of Technology Services must log all users out of WebUI, Webadvisor, and Self-Service starting at 4:30 p.m. today, September 11, for Fiscal Affairs to complete fiscal year-end procedures.

We expect full service to return by 6:30 p.m. Please close all sessions by 4:30 p.m. today.

Are you disorganized? Do you need an accountability partner to keep you on track and offer valuable support as you navigate time management or studying for classes?

Look no further! Academic Coaching* is NOW AVAILABLE!

Students can visit the Student Success Lab in Old Clifford Library (down the hall from the Writing Center) Monday-Friday for help with time management, study skills, organization, etc.

No one should have to try to navigate college alone, let an Academic Coach help you along the way!

*Academic Coaches are not tutors. They will not assist with homework, translation, etc. Please visit our tutoring sessions for specific homework/assignment help or utilize your instructor's office hours.

Stop by the library on Wed, 9/11 between 3 and 5pm to learn about how the library can help you. You'll also find snacks, games, and giveaways!

On a first-come-first-served basis, Facilities Management has 8' rectangular tables, white folding chairs, and extra trashcans for University use. We do not have round tables available for use outside of Ridgway Center (these are exclusively for that area). Requested items will be dropped off and picked up. Set-up is only provided when specifically requested with details for the arrangement.

Please complete the following to ensure your campus event setup occurs as desired.

1. Submit a work order request. In the Work Requested box, include ATTENTION MOVERS; the date, time, and location for drop off; number of 8’ rectangular tables, chairs, and trashcans; time of the event; pick-up date and time; and contact person’s name and phone number.
2. Moving Services requires at least 10 working days of advanced notification so we can schedule accordingly. If the request is submitted less than 10 working days, it is less likely we will be able to provide you with items needed.
3. Location, capacity, sprinklers/irrigation, and electrical needs should be considered in scheduling an event.
4. Reserve space in Resource Scheduler.

Please note, if you desire a different length or shape of folding table, arrangements will need to be made with an outside rental company.  Facilities Management can make these arrangements on your behalf.  Please allow for a longer lead time.  Once notified of your request, we will contact a rental a company to obtain a quote.  The rental order will not be placed until you approve the amount and provide an account number for the charge.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Mike Averett

Assistant Vice President of Facilities and Operations

This fall, the Peters-Margedant House will be open a Saturday each month to the public! Tour guides will be available to answer questiosn and to give shortened, impromtu tours. We will be open from 10 am to 12 pm on each of the following dates:

September 7

October 5

November 2

December 7

Please join us to learn more about why the house is important and how you can help spread the word about it's historical significance.

Questions, please email Emily Wilderman, Curator, ew261.

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

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 fo1r 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.

On Episode 25 of the Aces on the Air podcast, the Voice of the Aces, Jevin Redman talks with University of Evansville President, Christopher Pietruszkiewicz. He is entering his 7th year as UE's President. The two talk about the accomplishments of his first 6 years, what exciting things are happening on campus right now, his relationship with Purple Aces Athletics, and the importance of athletics for a university. They also reflect on President Pietruszkiewicz's professional career as an Attorney, Professor, President, and High School/College Basketball Referee.

Listen by clicking here.

The Center for Career Development is happy to announce that our Career Advocates are ready to help students with resumes, cover letters, and more! Their hours are listed on our website at www.evansville.edu/careercenter/students/careeradvocates.cfm.  They are available on a walk-in basis during those times. Appointments may also be arranged through email. Visit them upstairs in Ridgway in the Student Life Suite!

Sue Prasad (sp193)                                                           

Lilly Roskind (lr240)

Elliot Boutell (eb360)       

Owen Lawrence (ol29)

Benton Simpson (bs361)

Follow the UE Center for Career Development!

https://www.instagram.com/uecareers/

https://www.facebook.com/UECareerCenter

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Please join the Office of Counseling and Disability Services in celebrating the latest accomplishment of Assistant Director of Disability Services, Debbie Brenton. She recently contributed to an article in the Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability with a group of co-authors. The article, titled "Evidence-Based Career Development: A Community of Practice for Disability Resources and Career Services Professionals", is a testament to the work Debbie and others on campus have been doing to not only provide students with disabilities an accessible educational experience but also opportunities for success and growth in their chosen career fields. She has worked closely with other departments, particularly with the Center for Career Development, to ensure students in her program have a well-rounded and holistic experience at the University. 

For those interested, the paper can be read here. In the future, it will be included in the AHEAD (Association on Higher Education and Disability) Database as a resource for other Disability Services professionals!

Congratulations, Debbie!

We are thrilled to announce that Harlaxton College was recently represented at the Study Abroad Fair at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa! As one of our newer partners, Drake University has already made a significant impact since joining us in 2023, sending 8 students and 2 faculty members to participate in our immersive fall semester program.

This visit also marked the exciting start of our fall recruitment season for the entire study abroad community—Drake was the first stop of many! We were excited to connect with students and share what makes the Harlaxton experience so unique. With our growing partnership and continued recruitment efforts, we’re confident that even more Bulldogs will be inspired to pursue the extraordinary with us in the future.

INDIANAPOLIS – The University of Evansville men’s soccer team suffered its second loss in a row in a 4-1 match against the Butler Bulldogs.

Graduate forward Sami Owusu (Denver, Colo. / Dayton) found the back of the net for the second time this season in the 69th minute, but it was too little too late to rally the Purple Aces on Tuesday night. UE got off to a quick start, putting up the first shot of the night. But it was Butler who struck first in the ninth minute on a solo shot from the left side of the 18 from freshman Jose Angel Luna.

Momentum shifted to the Bulldogs, but Evansville found its offense again in the 15th minute. The Aces took four shots in under two minutes, coming close but not quite finding the back of the net. The pace of play evened out between the two teams until Butler broke through for a second goal in the 35th minute. UE headed into the second half staring down a two-goal deficit, looking to break through on offense after leading in shots through the first 45 minutes.

Evansville came out of the half with a new energy, firing off four shots in the first seven minutes of the second half. But yet again the Bulldogs found a way to get to the back of the net in the 55th minute to make it a three-goal deficit for the Aces. UE wouldn’t let themselves be shut out of the match as Owusu scored in the 69th minute on a wide-arching right-footed shot off a defensive Butler play.

The goal gave Evansville some new life late in the game as forward Kai Phillip (Diego Martin, Trinidad, and Tobago) had a chance inside the attacking third two minutes later. While midfielder Jose Vivas (Teurel, Spain) had a shot ring off the post, coming just inches from his second goal in as many games. The Aces surging comeback was stymied by the Bulldogs in the final eight minutes as the Bulldogs added a fourth and final goal in the 85th minute.

Owusu was UE’s only player to register a point on the night while forward Nacho Diaz Barragan (Almeria, Spain) led the team with five shot attempts and three landing on goal. Evansville returns home to begin Missouri Valley Conference action on Saturday night. The Aces welcome another Bulldog team to town in the Drake Bulldogs on Sept. 14th. Kick-off from Arad McCutchan Field is set for 7 p.m.

The Purple Aces suffered their first loss of the season on Friday evening at Lindenwood. It was a late-game heart breaker for UE that jumped out to an early 2-0 lead as the Lions scored the game-winning goal in the final minute of the match on a penalty kick goal. Tuesday night's game against Butler will be Evansville's first since the 2019 season when the Aces lost to the Bulldogs 2-0 in Indianapolis. UE is looking for its first win against Butler since the 2013 season.

The Bulldogs come into Tuesday night's match with a 2-1-2 record on the season. Butler is returning home after a close loss to fellow Missouri Valley Conference opponent Bowling Green after the Falcons jumped out to a 3-0 lead early in the second half. The Bulldogs weren't able to make up the deficit late in the game, recording their first loss of the season. Butler is led by junior forward Josemir Gomez on offense with four goals, 15 shots, and seven shots on goal through five games in 2024. 

After taking the second-most shots on the team through five games, senior midfielder Jose Vivas (Teurel, Spain) broke through with his first goal of the season on Friday night. Vivas had Evansville's first goal at Lindenwood in the 9th minute, taking a shot from the top of the penalty box that sailed into the bottom left corner of the net for the score.

Despite the loss, the Aces still lead the Missouri Valley Conference in shots per game and shots on goal per game. UE is currently averaging 14.6 shots per game with 7 of those landing on goal. Evansville is 18th in the nation in shots on goal per game while 34th in shots per game.

NORMAL, Ill. – Kate Petrova posted a 3-over 75 to lead the way for the University of Evansville women’s golf team in the final round of the Redbird Invitational on Monday.

Petrova’s round at Weibring Golf Club saw her complete the tournament with a 7-over 223.  She tied for the Purple Aces’ low round of the day after completing Sunday’s rounds with a 74.  Louise Standtke matched Petrova’s final-round score of 75.  The freshman wrapped up the weekend at 11-over with a 227.  She tied for 25th.

Finishing third for UE and tying for 49th in the final standings was Elizabeth Mercer.  Her 6-over 78 gave her a final tally of 235.  Fourth on the team was Mallory Russell.  Her Monday round of 78 gave her a 3-round score of 237, putting her in a tie for 60th place.  Jane Grankina and Trinity Dubbs had totals of 238 and 239, respectively.

Evansville remained in 10th place on the team side, finishing at 53-over.  Illinois State took the championship at 15-under.  Little Rock was in second place at 20-over.  Morgan Jones and Jinyoung Yun from the Redbirds tied for the individual win, wrapping up play with scores of 7-under 209.

This weekend, the Aces will be back in action at the Cardinal Cup in Louisville, Ky.  The tournament runs from Friday through Sunday.