The HLC Steering Committee will be hosting four open forums, with two sessions each scheduled for both October 23 and October 24. We encourage you to attend one of the open forums and will continue to share relevant updates as we move through the Fall semester. Below are the dates, locations, and intended audiences for each Open Forum.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

10 a.m. – Staff and Administrators

Location: SB 270 (Vectren Executive Board Room)

2 p.m. – Faculty

Location: Koch Center 100

Thursday, October 24, 2024

10 a.m. – Staff and Administrators

Location: SB 270 (Vectren Executive Board Room)

2 p.m. – Faculty

Location: Koch Center 100

For more information on the HLC process and to access a Frequently Asked Questions page, please click here.

Celebrate Gregory Gregory with us! On Oct 9th, in The Eatery during lunch. Indulge in a delightful UK-inspired feast and treat yourself to a popular British beverage like Squash Water. Have you visited Haralxton? We want to hear all about it! Share your experience using #GregoryGregoryDay. Don't forget to tag us for a chance to be featured!!

Come out to the East Terrace Lawn on October 4th from 4-6 PM for Delta Field Day! We’ll have exciting outdoor games, dinner at the Diversity house, and prizes up for grabs!

Whether you’re coming to compete, connect, or just hang out, it’s going to be a great time. Bring your friends and your best game face—we can’t wait to see you there!

Join your fellow staff and administrators for a lively book discussion. For the month of October we will be reading Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak. We will meet in the Multicultural Commons/Phillips Alcove on the second floor of Ridgway on Wednesday October 30th at 12noon. Feel free to bring your lunch.

Join the cast of INTO THE WOODS at Rademacher’s Lounge this Wednesday at 1 p.m. as they preview the first production of the 2024–2025 season with a performance of the songs, “Agony,” “No One Is Alone,” and “Children Will Listen/Into the Woods Finale.”

INTO THE WOODS opens at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 4, in Shanklin Theatre.  Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., on Oct. 5, 17, 18, 19 and at 2:00 p.m., on Oct. 20. Tickets can be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031, Monday through Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. UE students may obtain one free ticket to each production by visiting the ticket office in Hyde Hall.

Needing a “re-start” this semester? Is it time to try some new things out?

Come to the Re-Start Resource Fair in Ridgway today and see all the people, places, and programs on campus that can help you thrive during this next stretch of the semester.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
First floor, Ridgway University Center

"Making Lives Better: Trinity, the University of Evansville, and Our Shared Mission"
Sunday, October 6th
9:30am CST
216 SE Third St, Evansville, IN 47713

This month, we celebrate the historic partnership between the University of Evansville and Trinity United Methodist Church. Our celebration begins with a presentation from the University of Evansville's President, Dr. Christopher Pietruszkiewicz, on October 6th.

The University of Evansville—a historically Methodist university—and Trinity United Methodist Church share a rich history dating back over 100 years. These two revered institutions have long supported one another in their shared mission of Making Lives Better.

We invite students, faculty, staff, and community members to join us in honoring the combined legacy of faith, education, and service to our Evansville community. The event is free and family-friendly. Join us afterward for a coffee reception.

This event is part of a year-long series marking the 200th Anniversary of Trinity United Methodist Church.

Don't miss this chance to hear Prez. P speak—join us this Sunday and take part in this rich and historic celebration!

The TIAA-CREF representative will be back on the UE campus for individual counseling sessions.

• October 23
• November 13
• December 18

To schedule an appointment, please visit www.tiaa.org/schedulenow. The sessions are held in the Eades Music Room, SOBA 153.

The University of Evansville’s Department of History, Politics, and Social Change is proud to welcome Dr John C McManus for the 22^nd annual Thomas C. Fiddick Memorial Lecture. His lecture will discuss the role of the US Army in the Pacific during World War II and will be in Eykamp Hall in the Ridgway University Center at UE on Friday October 4 at 7pm. The event is free and open to the public, and all faculty, staff, and students are warmly invited.

John C. McManus is Curators’ Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). As one of the nation’s leading military historians, and the prize-winning author of fifteen well received books on the topic, he is in frequent demand as a speaker and expert commentator. His most recent project has been a major three volume history of the U.S. Army in the Pacific/Asia theater during World War II which culminated with the 2023 publication of To the End of the Earth: The US Army and the Downfall of Japan, 1945.

 “Professor McManus is one of the world’s leading historians of World War II and it is an enormous privilege to bring him to the University of Evansville to deliver the 2024 Fiddick Lecture and interact with students in class,” said Dr James MacLeod, UE professor of history and director of the Fiddick Memorial Lecture Series. Dr MacLeod also said, “Given the fact that the lecture will mark 80 years since some of the key battles of the Pacific War, and Tom Fiddick’s lifelong interest in the War, this lecture topic is particularly appropriate.”

Join the Center for Student Engagement for the next workshop of its newly developed Leadership Lunch and Learn Series!

The Center for Student Engagement is excited to introduce a new leadership development framework that combines the Social Change Model of Leadership Development and Corey Seemiller's Student Leadership Competencies. This framework provides a holistic approach to cultivating impactful student leaders.

This lunch and learn series will explore the key elements of this framework, including:

- Developing personal values, group values, and a commitment to social change
- Building essential leadership skills and competencies such as communication, decision-making, and ethical responsibility
- Applying these principles to real-world leadership opportunities and challenges

Through interactive discussions and collaborative activities, participants will gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their leadership journey at the University of Evansville.

All students are invited and lunch will be provided for the first 15 people in attendance! RSVP on UEngage is required. Registration can be found HERE.

Sessions will take place on the first Wednesday of each month during the Fall Semester and cover the following topics:

- Self- Understanding (September)

- Group Development (October)

- Citizenship in Society (November)

To head up the next installment of this series, Dr. Rachel Carpenter, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, will be using her experience and expertise in group dynamics and problem solving to help students better undersand how they can work together toward a common goal and also be able to collaboratively address any issues that may arise.

For any questions, please reach out to the Center for Student Engagement at cse@evansville.edu.

This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled.

Employees - Ascension St. Vincent is providing mobile mammography services for the University of Evansville. The mobile mammography bus will be located next to the Krannert Building on October 9th from 9:00AM - 2:00PM. Please click the link below to sign up for an appointment time! An Ascension Breast Center representative will call you prior to your appointment date to verify all necessary registration information.

Click here to register

A new episode of Chance McDowell and Autumn Mosley's Podcast, Unscripted, is out now. Our hosts talks about current news and events such as hurricane Helene, P Diddy, Chappell Roan, and more. Chance and Autumn has some fun with playing DJ. Be sure to tune in each week for a new episode where Chance and Autumn have unscripted talks!

Two new episodes out now for the newest podcast, "The Ghost Girl" hosted by Andrea Lenser where she talks about the hit CBS Comedy Ghosts. The first episode introduces the show and its main characters along with Andrea's reactions and analysis to the first two episodes of season 1. Episode two then follows where Andrea discusses the beginnings of the different tropes and character dynamics that emerge in Ghosts in the third and fourth episodes. Tune in now to hear about Andrea and Ghosts!

A new email signature template has been created to showcase the University's new brand identity, "Changing lives. Changing the world." You can add this to your email signature at any time!

To access the template, select Templates from the Office of Marketing webpage menu. You may then copy the template and create a new signature option in your Outlook account. Templates with the University of Evansville and Forward>> logos are also available for your use.

Don't forget: you can also find PowerPoint templates, logos, and the University's official color palette on the Office of Marketing webpage!

The deadline for students to cancel their UE housing contract for the spring semester is October 5. Students can cancel a UE housing contract without penalty for the spring semester if you will be:

• Attending Harlaxton or studying abroad
  • if already approved for Harlaxton or study abroad, you do not need to do anything to cancel your housing for the spring semester
• In an internship, co-op, or clinical outside of the Evansville area
• Moving into a fraternity house (for the spring semester)
• Transferring, withdrawing, or graduating
  • if approved for graduation, you do not need to do anything to cancel your housing for the spring semester

Requests not falling in the above categories are typically not granted. Requests to move off campus to live with friends or move into an apartment are not sufficient reasons to cancel a UE housing contract. Entering into any other housing agreement or lease with a private landlord will have no effect upon the conditions of your contract with the University of Evansville.

Housing Cancellation forms are available on our website at - www.evansville.edu/residencelife/housingapplyreturn/cancellationsAndRefunds.cfm.

For more information, please contact the Office of Residence Life.

Pick up a Pepsi Zero Sugar for a guaranteed chance to win a $200 gift card at the University Bookstore. Scan the QR code attached to this Purple Pulse as well as nearby flyers in Aces Market to enter.

The Office of Facilities Management is looking for a federal work study to provide clerical assistance.  The student can work up to 102.5 hours per semester, which averages approximately 6.4 hours per week. The pay is $9.75/hour. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 7 am - 4 pm. The student's work hours must be during this time. The student would not need to work all 5 days.

If interested, please email an application to facilities@evansville.edu. Applications can be obtained through Self Service or by requesting an application through the email address above or calling 812-488-2775.

Hi all! College Mentors for Kids is still looking for mentors for our 2024 - 2025 school year. This is a great opportunity to build connections, build social skills, and have fun. This is also not a huge commitment, just two hours a week on Wednesdays. If interested please email ak427 or ds376.

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month for September, Rhonda Spaulding!

JONESBORO, Ark. – With a 2-over 74 in the final round of the Bubba Barnett Intercollegiate on Tuesday, Andres Rodriguez picked up the top finish for the University of Evansville men’s golf team at RidgePointe Country Club.

After carding scores of 74 and 71 in the opening rounds, Rodriguez posted a 74 in round three.  His 219 tied him for 40th place.  Completing the tournament two behind Rodriguez was Omar Khalid.  He matched Rodriguez’ team low for the day, registering a 74.  His final tally of 221 tied him for 48th.

Finishing third on the Purple Aces squad was Daniil Romashkin.  He shot a 79 on Tuesday, giving him a 229 for the weekend.  His scored tied him for 69th.  Following him was Mason Taylor.  Highlighted by a 74 in the first 18 holes, Taylor wrapped up the tournament with a 232.  Making his debut for UE, Jamison Ousley posted an 80 in the third round and finished with a 242 over the course of 54 holes.

Evansville’s final tally of 898 put them in 15th place, just four behind Eastern Illinois.  Arkansas State cruised to the team and individual wins.  Their team final of 822 bested Oklahoma Christian by 15 strokes.  Thomas Schmidt of ASU was the medalist with a 197.  He matched his tournament-low round of 65 on Tuesday.

Just two more fall events remain for UE.  Next week, the team will be in Lexington, Ky. for the Cullan Brown Collegiate.  It will take place on Monday and Tuesday.

ST LOUIS -- For the first time in her career, defender Emmy Brenner has earned a weekly honor from the Missouri Valley Conference.

Following a big performance at Missouri State last Thursday, freshman defender Emmy Brenner (Arlington, Tenn. / St. Benedict at Auburndale HS) has been named the MVC Freshman of the Week by conference office staff. Brenner scored the Aces lone goal of the match on Thursday, September 26th to help UE to their first result against the Bears since 2021.

While Missouri State took the initial lead in Springfield on Thursday in the 71st minute, Evansville answered back quickly thanks to Brenner. In the 74th minute, the Aces took a corner kick on right side of the pitch. Junior forward Amy Velazquez (Avon, Ind. / Avon HS) took the kick for the set piece and found Brenner just outside the six. Brenner rose up and headed the ball into the back of the net for her second goal to equalize the match and earn Evansville a point in conference play.

Brenner's goal was her second of the season and the first goal the Aces had scored in Springfield since 2014. Brenner now offensively leads UE with four points on the season with two goals along with senior forward Hailey Autenrieb (Cincinnati / Seton HS). Along with leading the team offensively, Brenner has also registered eight shots with five on goal for a shot accuracy of 62.5%.

Evansville will be back in action with Brenner this Thursday for a home conference match against UNI. Kick-off from Arad McCutchan Stadium on October 3rd is set for 6 p.m.

JONESBORO, Ark. – Mason Taylor recorded a hole-in-one on the final hole of the day as the University of Evansville men’s golf team completed the opening two rounds of the Bubba Barnett Intercollegiate at RidgePointe Country Club.

Taylor’s walk-off shot gave him a 3-over 75 in the second round.  After posting a 74 to open the day, Taylor completed Monday’s action with a 149 and is tied for 55th.

Leading the way for the Purple Aces is Andres Rodriguez.  Sitting in a tie for 36th, Rodriguez opened with a 74 before carding a 1-under 71 to finish the day.  Two behind him was Omar Khalid.  His first-round score finished at a 76 before he completed the day with a 71 in round two.  His 147 is tied for 49th.

While Taylor ranks third on the team, Daniil Romashkin is fourth.  His low score of 71 came in the first 18 holes before he registered a 79 in the second.  Jamison Ousley rounded out the team with scores of 77 and 85 to wrap up the day with a 162.

As a team, the Aces are tied for 14th place with a 591.  They are tied with Eastern Illinois.  Arkansas State paces the team standings with a 548.  The Red Wolves lead Austin Peay and Texas State by 11 strokes.  Thomas Schmidt of ASU is the individual leader with a 132.  His scores finished at 67 and 65.

Tuesday will mark the third and final round of the tournament.