Due to the holiday break, timesheets are due for Period Ending 12/28/2024 by Friday, 12/20/24 at 5 p.m. Supervisors, please approve timesheets before you leave for the break to facilitate the processing of payroll that will need to be processed before campus reopens on January 6. If you are scheduled to work during the first week of break, please estimate your hours based on your work schedule.

For full time employees, holiday hours should be entered for December 23-27.

Thank you for your assistance. If you have any questions, please email payroll@evansville.edu.

Happy Holidays from the University of Evansville!

Click here to watch this year's holiday video.

Questions or Concerns Regarding this Work:

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

Affected Dates:

Monday, December 16 through Saturday, December 31, 2024.

Description of Work

A contractor will be refinishing the Eykamp stage floor in Ridgway Center

Impact for Occupants:

-Minor dust from floor sanding. 

-Noises associated with floor machines.

-Minor odors from low volatile floor finish

Action(s) Required:

-Contractors will provide dust collection equipment.

-Eykamp 251 has been blocked out for this period of time. Wall curtains between 251 and other Eykamp combos should be left closed during the work.

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

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

The University of Evansville (UE) will be closed for Winter Break beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 20, and remain closed through Friday, January 3. All campus departments and buildings will be closed. Campus will reopen and resume normal operations on Monday, January 6.

UE’s Center for Innovation & Change was invited to present at both the national convening for Promise Neighborhood and Full Service Community Schools, and at Ashoka’s Global Headquarters on its unique blend of changemaking in the Promise Neighborhood. UE is the only college in the world that is both a Changemaker Campus and home to one of the USDOE’s $30,000,000 grants. It led a session with other Promise Neighborhoods on how to do co-design with their communities, and hosted an affinity group for higher education based neighborhoods.

Following the conference, the team was invited to Ashoka’s Global HQ to present at High Level Convening: Higher Education & the Future of Work: Co-creating A Prosperous Future for All. Erin Lewis, Executive Director, provided an overview of changemaking at UE, and then the team, including Andrew Carter, Associate Director, Dr. Derek Jones, Director of Field Innovation, and Derek McKillop, EPN Director, engaged in a panel discussion with participants on the potential for this work to showcase a new role for universities as anchor institutions.

The program was facilitated and hosted by Patty Alper, president of the Alper Portfolio Group, a marketing and consulting company, and a board member of both the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) and US2020, the White House initiative to build mentorship in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) careers. She has also been appointed to the corporate committee for Million Women Mentors, is a trustee of the Phillips Collection, and was recently inducted into Who’s Who in America. The team is pictured below with Patty, along with Ashoka co-hosts Eidi Cruz-Valdivieso, Director, Strategy and Engagement, and Heather MacCleoud, PhD, Chief Network Officer, Ashoka U

Proposals are now being solicited from students and faculty for the 2025 UExplore summer research program. A PDF of a letter-of-intent for summer research project proposals is due by Friday, January 24, 2025. A PDF of the summer proposal must be submitted by Monday, February 17, 2025. Both documents must be submitted to Doug Stamps (ds38). See the Undergraduate Research website ( https://www.evansville.edu/undergraduateresearch/ ) for the proposal template and further information about the program. Proposals from nearly every department on campus have been funded. We hope that you will participate this year by submitting a proposal.

Distribution Services is now accepting the revised In-House Office Supply form dated 12/2024.  The updated form reflects revised pricing and changes which include Petty Cash forms now packaged 12 forms per package.

Please note previous versions of the In-House Office Supply form will no longer be accepted as of January 13, 2025.  Please email your questions to CentralRecieving@evansville.edu.

This holiday season, our Advancement team embodied the spirit of giving by creating and sponsoring an Angel Tree to support students at Lodge Elementary, a proud partner school of the Evansville Promise Neighborhood (EPN). It was a heartwarming opportunity to give back, and foster a caring culture in our community. Through this initiative, the team was able to bringa little extra joy to children in our community while strengthening the bonds that unite us. It was truly an extraordinary experience.

Beginning after finals, the bookstore will have the following limited hours before closing to in-person shopping until the new year:

• Saturday, December 14th: 10am-1pm
• Sunday, December 15th: CLOSED
• Monday December 16th-Friday, December 20th: 10am-3pm
• Saturday, December 21st-Sunday, January 5th: CLOSED

The bookstore will reopen with the rest of the university on Monday, January 6th, with limited hours, 10am-3pm.

The Facilities Management team at the University of Evansville is excited to announce the release of our new Foundations Newsletter! This seasonal publication will highlight our recent achievements, upcoming projects, helpful tips, and campus happenings, keeping you informed and engaged.

Our inaugural issue, “The Season of Celebration and Change,” is now available. It’s packed with updates, including welcoming new team members, celebrating completed and ongoing projects like the new Qdoba and the Student Legacy Center, and sharing utility conservation tips for the holidays. Plus, learn about exciting events like Winter on Walnut and get a peek into new housing opportunities near campus.

Click below to read the full newsletter and stay connected with all the great work happening across UE Facilities. Together, we’re making our campus a better place!

Link: 

Foundations Newsletter - November 2024 - Office of Facilities Management and Planning - University of Evansville

Calling all commuter students! The dual student lounge is now open and recieving registrations! The common spaces in Hale Hall are now being opened to commuter students to allow for a more relaxed place to study, get some down time between classes, or have lunch! The spaces that are available include the game room, the kitchen and attached lounge area, and the computer lab. Registration is located on the second floor of Ridgway in the office of residence life. Access is granted 24-48 working hours after registration is complete.

The space operates on the same hours as Ridgway and swipe access is added to your student ID following registration!

Thank you to all offices who participate in the 2024 Holiday Decorating Contest. There were over 300 votes cast in this year’s competition. The winners are as follows:

1^st Place: Student Financial Services

2^nd Place: Nursing and Nurse Anesthesia

3^rd Place: Accounting and Fiscal Affairs

Superlative Winners

Student Choice: Health Sciences

Most Inclusive Theme: Student Financial Services

Yummiest Treats: Student Financial Services

Most Effective use of Pinterest: Student Financial Services

Most likely to be Featured in a Holiday Magazine: The Office of the President

Most Creative Theme: Accounting and Fiscal Affairs

Budget Friendliest: Accounting and Fiscal Affairs

We appreciate all of your participation and hope everyone has a wonderful winter break.

Harlaxton College has officially taken on tenancy at the historic Gregory Arms Pub. This exciting venture further integrates Harlaxton within the local community and creates new opportunities for engagement, education, and cultural exchange.

Located near Harlaxton Manor, the 19th-century Gregory Arms Pub has long been a beloved gathering spot for students, faculty, locals, and visitors alike. Now managed by Harlaxton Manor Enterprises, "The Greg" will offer five guest rooms along with its pub services, with all proceeds supporting student experiences at Harlaxton College.

Plans include utilizing the pub as a resource for internships, summer programs, and classes, offering students the chance to explore the cultural and historical significance of British pubs. Additionally, efforts are underway to preserve its welcoming atmosphere while introducing student-led events, educational workshops, and collaborative projects with various partners. By acquiring this iconic establishment, Harlaxton aims to honor its history while creating a dynamic space for academic, social, and community activities.

"The Gregory Arms Pub embodies the spirit of Harlaxton's unique educational experiences," said Holly Carter, PhD, Dean and Executive Director of Harlaxton College. "It represents a blend of local tradition and student life. We're excited to preserve its character while creating new memories for generations to come."

The purchase aligns with Harlaxton College's mission to provide transformative learning experiences and reflects UE's commitment to fostering meaningful relationships and enhancing the Harlaxton experience for students and the surrounding local community.

For more information, please visit thegregory.harlaxton.co.uk/.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville women’s basketball team bounced back with an 84-52 win over IU Columbus for its Education Day game at the Ford Center.

After a tough loss on Saturday, the Purple Aces recovered quickly on Tuesday against the IU Columbus Crimson Pride for their annual Education Day. UE particularly shined on defense with a season-high 17 steals and only allowed three IUC offensive rebounds. Sophomore forward Maggie Hartwig (Sauk City, Wis. / Sauk Prairie HS) led Evansville on both sides of the ball for her third double-double of the season.

“What a fun game to be out here with all the local students. They were so loud and created a great atmosphere,” said Head Coach Robyn Scherr following the victory. “These games are always really fun and it was exciting to be apart of it. This game was really good for us as we’ve got a lot of games in a short stretch.

“It was a chance for us to get some players a little more comfortable on the floor. We had some players coming off of injury that were able to get on the floor. That part was really really valuable for us. I was happy with how our kids played overall, especially in the third quarter.”

In front of over 1,400 Tri-State area students the Aces kept it close early as the lead was traded seven times. UE’s first run of the game started with freshman Avery Kelley’s (Evansville, Ind. / Memorial HS) first collegiate three four minutes into the first. Evansville then rattled off a seven-point run to take the lead for the rest of the game. Kelley added another triple to end the quarter for the Aces as they headed into the second up by three.

Both teams struggled to score early in the second quarter as only three field goals were made in the first five minutes. But UE soon found its offensive rhythm with a six-point run to take a double-digit lead. Adding four points in the final minute of the first half Evansville led by 13 at the half break.

The game fully turned the Aces way in the third quarter as UE’s defense didn’t allow a made basket from the Crimson Pride for almost five minutes. In that first four minutes and 53 seconds of the second half, Evansville scored eight straight points growing its lead to 21. After the Aces' run was broken by a free throw they quickly responded with a seven-point run. UE’s lead grew to 32 with a minute and a half left in the third as freshman guard Kaiden Kreinhagen (Indianapolis, North Central HS) hit her second triple of the quarter. The teams traded free throws to end the third as Evansville held a commanding 63-32 lead.

In the final 10 minutes of the game the Aces removed their more experienced players to have all 11 of their healthy players get time on the floor. Ten of UE’s players scored at least two points as junior forward Mira Hanna (Palm Harbor, Fla. / Little Rock) had her first and-1 opportunity two and a half minutes into the fourth. Evansville had two brief four-point runs in the final seven minutes of the game as the team cruised to an 84-52 win over IU Columbus.

Three Aces set new career scoring highs on Tuesday including Kreinhagen, Kelley, and sophomore forward Claudia Clement (Barcelona, Spain). Hartwig was UE’s leader on the floor with 21 points and 10 rebounds while tying a career-high of three steals. Two other Evansville players ended the game in double-digits as Kreinhagen poured in 15 while guard Camryn Runner (Cicero, Ind. / Hamilton Heights HS) had 12.

On the defensive side of the ball forwards Tamesha Dozier (Louisville, Ky. / Wabash Valley) and freshman Elle Snyder (Latrobe, Penn. / Greater Latrobe HS) had eight rebounds each. Snyder also contributed a game-high six steals for two defensive career records. Despite being the Aces' shortest player on the floor, Kelley recorded the only block of the game for UE.

Evansville will end its non-conference schedule on the road this weekend. The Aces head up to the Windy City to face the Loyola Ramblers for the first time since they left the Missouri Valley Conference in 2022. Tip-off from Gentile Arena on Saturday, December 21st is set for 2 p.m. CT.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Meeting up for the first time in program history, the University of Evansville men’s basketball team will face UT Arlington on Wednesday evening in a 7 p.m. contest at the College Park Center.  ESPN+ and the Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

- Finishing the night shooting 50% from the field and 46.2% from outside, Chattanooga took a 75-67 win over UE on Thursday

- Tanner Cuff led UE with a career-high 18 points while Tayshawn Comer scored 15 while posting a season-high 8 assists

- UTC his 9 triples in the first half on their way to a 41-29 lead at the break

Career Game

- Tanner Cuff put for the top game of his career against Chattanooga, scoring 18 while adding 5 boards, 4 assists, 2 blocks and a steal

- His scoring mark bested his previous high of 16, which came last season vs. UIC

- Entering the game, Cuff hit three triples through nine games but was 4-of-6 from long range versus the Mocs; it was also the first time in his UE career that he hit multiple triples

- Cuff continues to take care of the ball at an unbelievable level; with 33 assists against 7 turnovers, he has an assist-to-turnover ratio of 4.71, which is 5th in the NCAA

Season High

- Against Chattanooga, Tayshawn Comer posted a season-high 8 assists and has posted at least 2 assists in 9 out of 10 games this season

- Over the last five games, Comer is averaging 4.6 assists per contest while his season average of 3.7 ranks 10th in the Valley

- He had his top all-around effort of the season versus the Camels, finishing with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists

Scouting the Opponent

- UT Arlington enters Wednesday’s game with a 5-6 record following a 77-68 victory over Louisiana Monroe on Saturday

- The Mavericks have won three of their first four home games in 2024

- Lance Ware is the top threat on both ends of the floor for the Mavericks as he leads the team in multiple statistics

- Ware paces UTA in scoring (14.5 PPG), rebounding (7.0 RPG) and blocks (15)

- Just behind him is Jaden Wells, who has averaged 14.2 points and 4.5 boards

- Raysean Seamster checks in with an average of 10.8 PPG

The Purple Aces struggled to stop the Vanderbilt Commodores explosive offense and get around their stifling defense on Saturday afternoon in their past game. UE fell in its return to Memorial Gymnasium after 30 years 106-40 as the Commodores NET ranking rose to eight. Evansville returns to the River City for its first-ever meeting with the IU Columbus Crimson Pride. IU Columbus is in its first year with a women's basketball team as the Indiana regional campus did not have formal athletics until the 2023-24 academic year. The Crimson Pride is under the direction of Head Coach Dana Dunson, the uncle of Aces Associate Head Coach Dodie Dunson. 

UE will host its annual Education Day against IU Columbus on Tuesday morning. With the game at 11 a.m. in the Ford Center, the Aces will welcome over 1,400 area students from multiple local school districts during their last week of school before the holidays. The game will feature educational videos on the center scoreboard, a workbook students can fill out during the game, and an exciting arena atmosphere. 

Evansville's underclassmen continue to lead through non-conference action. Of the Aces' 590 points this season 73.9% have been scored by freshmen or sophomores. All but one of UE's top five scorers through nine games are underclassmen. Evansville's leading scorer has been freshman guard Camryn Runner (Cicero, Ind. / Hamilton Heights HS) who is averaging 18.7 points a game. Along with leading the Aces in points, Runner is one of the top free throw shooters in the country. As of Monday, Runner is third in the nation in free throw attempts with 99. She is also fourth among Division I players in free throws made with 80 made attempts at the line. 

Freshman guard Logan Leubbers Palmer (Union, Ky. / Randall K. Cooper HS) was an important part of UE's offense in her collegiate debut. In 17 minutes at Vanderbilt, Palmer was second on the team in scoring with nine points while also pulling down two boards. With the nine-point performance, Palmer is now one of Evansville's top five scorers in points per game.