Eco-Partner programs are annual spring and fall gatherings designed to thank our impact donors and sponsors who have chosen to invest in the mission of Wesselman Woods. Fall 2025 Event

Eco-Partners will enjoy for free: light refreshments, a guided hike, and presentation by UE Professor, Dr. Cris Hochwender.

Presentation: Researching Wesselman Woods

Description: For more than 25 years, Dr. Cris Hochwender of the University of Evansville has been researching the unique ancient forest of Wesselman Woods. His research has shed light on the composition of the forest, the impact of decades of deer browse, and best management practices to protect and conserve our most important canopy species. Join us for this special Eco-Partners event to hear directly from Dr. Hochwender about his decades of research and the future of this remarkable old-growth forest.

Choose from:

• Thursday, October 23 from 6-8 PM [ OR ]
• Friday, October 24 from 8-10 AM

Class Cap: 25 people per class

What to Wear: This event will feature both a presentation and a guided hike, so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for a hike in the forest.

Please help us plan for the event by making your free reservation by October 20, 2025

Sponsored by: Window World, Methodist Temple UMC, and the Thomas A & Sharon K Ruder Foundation

For further information contact Derek Walsh, Director of Natural Resources and Research by calling the office at 812-479-0771.

RSVP for An Urban Sanctuary at Risk

Deadline to RSVP is October 20, 2025

Tuesday October 21, 2025

Wheeler Concert Hall

7:30 p.m.

The Eykamp Quartet will be presenting a program featuring two works composed by victims of the Holocaust, alongside Antonín Dvořák’s famous “American” Quartet. Erwin Schulhoff’s “Five Pieces for String Quartet” are a raucous reflection of the Weimar Republic era in which they were composed, while Viktor Ullmann’s “String Quartet No. 3” is a melancholic work created inside the Thereisenstadt Ghetto, a waystation before his execution at Auschwitz. These two works will be contrasted with Dvořák’s “American” Quartet, a vibrant portrait of the Czech composer’s travels through America.

Admission is free and Open to the Public.

Hear Pulitzer Prize-winning author Eliza Griswold's experience navigating today's polarized political climate as an immersive journalist living among a radical evangelical church doomed to schism. She explains, "I talk about...the question of Exit or Voice: what do I do when the beloved community I’ve been part of—which could be a political party, a school, a gym, a temple, a church, a country—begins to decay? Do I leave? Do I stay and voice my dissent? What does loyalty mean?"

Bring non-perishable foods and personal hygiene products to donate to Aces Haven!

The AI Task Force’s Research and Innovation Subcommittee invites you to:

Discoveries

A Monthly Forum for AI Research and Innovation

This month’s Discoveries meeting will take place in SOBA 172 on Tuesday, October 21^st at 4:00. We are thrilled to announce that the presentation will be:

Maxwell Omwenga, “AI in Action: Transforming Classrooms into Innovation Labs”

All administrators, faculty, staff, and students are welcome. Please bring your own laptop.

Light refreshments will be provided.

The Queer Memory Project ChangeLab uncovers and shares LGBTQ+ histories at UE and in our community through archival research, storytelling, and creative activism. Spring 2026 (TTh 2:45–4:00 PM).

Planning ahead? Ask about the Journey to Queer Justice summer trip.

For more information, contact Dr. Valerie Stein at vs9@evansville.edu. 

Don’t miss the Health Career Fair on Tuesday, October 21 from 12:30–3:00 p.m. in Eykamp Hall! Meet 62 employers recruiting for internships, part-time jobs, and full-time positions in a wide range of health-related fields. Whether you’re required to attend for your program or simply exploring career options, this is a great opportunity to network, make connections, and take steps toward your future career.

Pre-register in UE Career Bridge to save time at check-in and have your nametag ready when you arrive!

Questions? Contact the Center for Career Development at career@evansville.edu .

Curious (or concerned) about how AI is reshaping teaching and learning? Join the AI: Real Talk FIG for our first meeting on Monday, October 25 at 4:00 PM (room TBD). Please RSVP to ecte@evansville.edu by Friday, Oct. 17 so we can reserve an appropriate space.

This FIG is an open, informal space for faculty to share experiences, ideas, and challenges around AI in higher education: the good, the bad, and the uncertain. Topics might include how faculty and students are using AI tools for project ideas, ways to design assessments that account for AI, and ethical questions surrounding authorship, bias, and academic integrity. Whether you’re experimenting with AI in your classroom or just trying to make sense of it all, join the conversation!

Stankey Andiron Lecture Series, Thursday October 23, 4pm, Lutz Lab, Hyde Hall

Faculty Sabbatical Panel Discussion featuring:

Dr. Diane Brewer, Theater.

Dr Valerie Stein, Social Justice.

Dr Alan Kaiser, Archeology.

Dr Sara Petrosillo, English.

The William L. Ridgway College of Arts and Sciences is delighted to invite you to the latest event in the Morgan Whitaker Stankey Andiron Lecture series. The series is dedicated to the memory of University of Evansville alumna Morgan Stankey, who passed away suddenly in March 2023. Many generous gifts in Morgan’s memory have allowed us to reinvigorate a long-established tradition – the Andiron Lecture - that was a significant part of the University’s intellectual life for many years.

This panel discussion will feature four distinguished faculty members talking about their recent sabbaticals.

Dr Alan Kaiser has a PhD in Archaeology from Boston University. He has conducted archaeological field work in Italy, Spain, Greece, Israel, the United Kingdom, Nevis, the US and right here on the UE campus. Kaiser is the author of numerous scholarly and popular articles as well as three books, one of which has gone into a second edition. During his sabbatical, Kaiser wrote a book with the tentative title of Great Discoveries in Roman Archaeology. His aim is to create an entry-level text for anyone interested in the field introducing some of the methods and history of Roman archaeology and what the discipline tells us about the ancient Romans that we can learn from no other source.

Dr Sara Petrosillo earned her PhD in English literature at the University of California, Davis. Her book about medieval falconry in art and literature came out in 2023 and her sabbatical research reflects her interest in how premodern ideas about gender and control influence western society today. She has forthcoming a chapter on medieval attitudes towards abortion, a co-written book on transgender characters in a 13th century manuscript, and the subject of her presentation: an article about the widely popular medieval story of a woman duping Aristotle.

Dr Diane Brewer is the John David Lutz Distinguished Professor of the Arts at the University of Evansville. Her area of expertise is dramaturgy, with a particular focus on enhancing connections between dramatic texts, production teams, and audience communities. Her Presentation Title is, “Intersecting Time Zones: A Dramaturgical Approach to Theatre Histories”

Dr. Valerie A. Stein is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Evansville, where she directs the Social Justice Program and the Journey to Justice initiative. Her teaching and public scholarship explore the intersections of religion, ethics, and memory, focusing on how communities use stories of the past to make sense of moral responsibility in the present. During her sabbatical, Dr. Stein has continued developing Journey to Justice and collaborating with filmmaker Tommy Housman on How the Story Gets Told. Together, these projects invite participants to encounter history through story and place, cultivating reflection, empathy, and ethical awareness that lead to action for justice.

Pulitzer Prize-nominated historian Dr. Kate Masur will speak on Post-Civil War Reconstruction during the annual Thomas C. Fiddick Memorial Lecture Series on Friday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m. in Eykamp Hall. The event is free and open to the public.

Professor Masur will discuss her book, Equal: The Surprising History of an American Founding Concept, focusing on the Reconstruction Era, when Americans first attempted to build a nation that truly reflected the Declaration of Independence's assertion that "all men are created equal." She will explore how the constitutional changes of Reconstruction continue to shape contemporary life, and why the period is often overlooked or misunderstood.

In her lecture, Masur will also examine how historians' interpretations of Reconstruction have evolved over time and why the practice of "revisionism" is a vital part of historical scholarship.

Dr. Masur is the John D. MacArthur Professor at Northwestern University and author of Until Justice Be Done: America's First Civil Rights Movement, from the Revolution to Reconstruction, a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. Her most recent work includes Freedom Was in Sight! A Graphic History of Reconstruction in the Washington, D.C., Region.

This lecture is presented as part of the annual Thomas C. Fiddick Memorial Lecture, established in 2002 by former students with the support of Fiddick's friends and the University. Each year, a committee consisting of full-time members of the Department of History, a member of the Fiddick family, and alumni of the Department selects the lecturer.

About Thomas C. Fiddick:

Thomas Fiddick served as a professor of history at the University of Evansville from the fall of 1963 to the spring of 2002. Over his 39-year career, he was a dedicated teacher, a productive scholar, and a tireless advocate for justice. His untimely death on the day of his retirement in 2002 shocked the University community, particularly his many former students.

Event Details:

• What: Thomas C. Fiddick Memorial Lecture by Dr. Kate Masur on Reconstruction
• When: Friday, October 24, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
• Where: Eykamp Hall, University of Evansville
• Cost: Free and open to the public

Celebrate the season while focusing on your health with our Fall Well-Being Challenge!

Challenge Dates: October 20th - November 23rd

You’ll be encouraged to try a simple, fun, and healthy activity each day to prioritize your mental & physical health—examples include getting steps in the crisp fall air, prioritizing plants at each meal, or practicing gratitude. An activity tracker will be provided at the beginning of the challenge!

You’ll also be encouraged to fill out a weekly connect card to check-in with yourself throughout the challenge. This link will be provided at the start of the challenge as well.

Your goal? Complete at least 30 activities to be entered into our gift card prize drawing! You’ll also have the opportunity to earn a one-time $150 HRA credit if this is your first challenge of the year!

Ready to sign-up? Click the link here: https://forms.gle/HBVFfbjyFKKBDxkh7

Let’s continue through the season with small steps that make a big difference–join the Fall Well-Being Challenge today!

Step into the future of creativity and innovation! In CHNG-310-04 –Virtual and Augmented Reality, students will explore the future of storytelling and education through emerging immersive technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and spatial media. Students will experiment with how these tools might shape advocacy, communication, and learning at UE, laying the groundwork for future immersive environments on campus. Perfect for students in any major eager to merge art, languages, education,cultures, technology, health sciences, engineering, and much more. Offering: Spring 2026 – Wednesdays at 10:00 am. ChangeLab coaches: Jon Robertson, Tommy Housman, and Dr. Diana Rodríguez Quevedo.

The University of Evansville Theatre proudly opens its 2025–2026 season tonight, Friday, Oct. 17, with Alanis Morissette’s JAGGED LITTLE PILL: The Musical, featuring lyrics by Alanis Morissette, music by Alanis Morissette and Glen Ballard, and a book by Diablo Cody. This groundbreaking production marks the first collegiate staging of Alanis Morissette’s JAGGED LITTLE PILL: The Musical. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in Shanklin Theatre.

If you miss it tonight, additional performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 18, 23, 24, 25, and 2 p.m. on Oct. 26.

Nominated for 15 Tony Awards and winner of Best Book of a Musical in 2021, this electrifying production, inspired by Alanis Morissette’s groundbreaking 1995 album, takes the stage with raw energy and heart. Featuring Morissette’s iconic hits, including “You Oughta Know,” “Ironic,” and “Hand in My Pocket”—alongside powerful new songs—this show tells an original story of a seemingly picture-perfect family grappling with life’s complexities. With themes of healing, empowerment, and finding your voice, this explosive rock musical is a bold and unforgettable theatrical experience that will leave audiences moved and inspired.

Alanis Morissette’s JAGGED LITTLE PILL: The Musical is directed by Assistant Professor Wes Grantom ’03. Tyler Simpson, guest artist, serves as the music director; Landry Barker, a senior performance major from Fort Worth, Texas, and Bailey Crawford, a junior performance major from Frisco, Texas, are the show’s choreographers. Associate Professor Sarah J. Smith serves as the co-costume designer alongside Josie Madzik, a senior stage management major from Howell, Mi.; Austin Kuhn ’18, guest artist, is the scenic designer; Jonathan Roth, a senior design and technology major from Brookfield, Wis., is the lighting designer; Visiting Professor Jon Robertson serves as the sound designer; Mel Denison, a junior stage management major from Gainesville, Texas, is the stage manager; and Visiting Assistant Professor Andy Hammond ’08, guest artist, is the technical director.

The cast features Kennedy Olson, a senior performance major from Porter, Texas, as MJ Healy; Ben Lodge, a junior performance major from Overland Park, Kan., as Steve Healy; Tomi Akinwande, a senior performance major from Houston, as Frankie Healy; Landry Barker, a senior performance major from Fort Worth, Texas, as Nick Healy; Luna Guyse, a first-year performance major from Jeffersonville, Ind., as Jo; Nicholas Hebert, a first-year performance major from Pflugerville, Texas, as Phoenix; Alyssa Meadows, a senior performance major from Louisville, Ky., as Bella; William Cooper Sanders, a senior performance major from Jeffersonville, Ind., as Andrew; Amanda Pascarella, a sophomore performance major from Staten Island, N.Y., as Denise; Bailey Crawford, a junior performance major from Frisco, Texas, as Jill/Teacher; Gisele Lowery, a first-year performance major from Richmond, Texas, as Courtney/Lily; Brayden Havard, a junior performance major from Montgomery, Texas, as Barista; Owen White, a junior performance major from Valley Center, Kan., as Pharmacist; Nick Geyvandova, a sophomore performance major from College Station, Texas, as Dr. Gardner; Mason Norton, a senior performance major from Bremen, Ind., as Dr. Woodson; Emily Proctor, a junior performance major from Jeffersonville, Ind., as Angie; King Limon, a first-year performance major from Whittier, Calif., as Lancer; Corin Dennis, a first-year performance major from Spring, Texas, as Danni; Santiago Rueda, a sophomore performance major from Garden City, Kan., as Charlie; Allison Cavender, a first-year performance major from Arab, Ala., as Kelsey; and Andrea Vargas, a senior performance major from Missouri City, Texas, as Phoebe.

UE Theatre continues its mission to present bold, relevant, and dynamic works that challenge and inspire audiences.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for senior adults, UE faculty/staff, and non-UE students. UE students may receive one free ticket. Single tickets can be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031, Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m.

UE Theatre’s “Pay What You Will” initiative continues this season—every Thursday evening performance in Shanklin Theatre is available at any price that fits your budget.

Don’t miss the opening of UE Theatre’s electrifying new season—experience the power, passion, and music of Jagged Little Pill tonight in Shanklin Theatre!

Applications to be an RA for the Spring 2026 semester are now open! Applications can be found on eRezlife and will be open from 10/15-10/24.

ENGL 390: Digital Literary Studies will be offered for the first time in the Spring 2026 semester. In this course, students will examine digital archives, make Powerpoint videos that dynamically demonstrate compositional processes, and code websites that explore works of literature from multiple angles.

The course will be offered Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 2:00. The prerequisite is: Complete one ENGL course or permission of instructor.

For more information, please contact Dr. Robert Baines at rb211@evansville.edu.

On November 7th, 6 pm at Your Brother's Bookstore, The UE Queer Memory Project is hosting an LGBTQ+ Poetry and Short Story Night! We are in search of students who would be interested in sharing their work that highlights queer themes. If interested, please fill out the form below! Any poem or short story should ideally be under 5 minutes.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Mn3Vp_fKjUmhj-Qp-N8faKEvLfX3YzBGuQ4GkoeX1o1UMkVGQTMwVlhXVEI1NktMQkVCRjVSVjYxNi4u

A space to return to wholeness.

Wellbeing is more than a moment of rest—it’s a state of wholeness in body, mind, and spirit, sustained by care, connection, and the opportunity to live with balance and purpose. Wellbeing Hours are a gentle invitation to slow down and reconnect with what nourishes you. Through rhythms of movement, meditation, reflection, and holistic practices, we make space to be present—to breathe, to move, to align.

This is time not just to reset, but to restore what matters most.

Think Disability Services is only for students who have visible disabilities? Think again!

Let’s bust some common myths:

MYTH: Disability Services is only for students with visible disabilities.
FACT: We support students with a wide range of disabilities — including ADHD, hearing and visual impairments, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, food allergies; temporary conditions like concussions, and more (many of which aren’t visible!).

MYTH: Accommodations give students an “unfair advantage.”
FACT: Accommodations help to remove barriers to learning so all students can access learning equally — it’s about access, not advantage.

MYTH: You have to disclose your whole medical history to get help.
FACT: Your privacy is protected! We only ask for what’s necessary to determine reasonable accommodations.

MYTH: Professors automatically know who needs accommodations.
FACT: Students must register with our office and give us permission to send their accommodation letter to their Professors. Nothing is automatic — and we’re here to help you through the process.

Bottom line? Disability Services is for any eligible student who needs support to access their education — no matter what that support looks like.

Got questions? Need accommodations? Just curious? Come say hi!  We are located in Ridgway on the second floor in the Student Affairs Suite.  https://www.evansville.edu/counseling/disability/index.cfm

Are you interested in studying abroad at Harlaxton College? Do you have questions about the program or want to learn more about the experience? Stop by to learn more about our semester programs and exciting new updates to the Summer programs! Where: Ridgway University Center When: Friday, October 24 Time: 12 PM- 1PM This is a great opportunity to ask questions, pick up helpful information, and hear more about the unique opportunities available at Harlaxton. We are also happy to visit classes to talk with students about the Harlaxton experience. If you would like us to stop by, please reach out to schedule a time!

Harlaxton College is pleased to be accepting applications to teach at the Manor in Summer 2027, Fall 2027, and Spring 2028.   These applications are online and can be found by clicking https://pursueharlaxton.evansville.edu/register/teach-with-harlaxton.

Applications are due for Summer 2027 on December 15^th, 2025.
Applications for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 are due on April 1, 2026.

Summer Applicants:

There are two summer semesters at Harlaxton. A two-and-a-half-week session that focuses on STEM and a four-and-a-half-week session that focuses on arts and humanities. Faculty can apply to teach one course either of these terms. You can see the summer 2026 schedule as an example here- Summer Sessions at Harlaxton | Harlaxton.

Once courses are approved, we will recruit for these courses and then decide which course will finally run based on enrollment of students. These decisions are made in late January of the year of the program.    If your course does run in the summer session at Harlaxton, salary will be paid $500 per student enrolled in your class.   In the summer, there are no funds for airfare, and family members pay for their own accommodation and meals. Fees for room and board for a spouse may be waived if there are 10 or more students enrolled in your class. Faculty and families will also be invoiced for health and transportation fees at the Manor for each member of the family and the faculty member. These fees are approximately $300 per person.

Semester Applicants:
Semester benefits include room and board for family members at Harlaxton.   Faculty members who wish to bring children and enroll them in the local schools will be assisted in the visa process but will be required to pay any fees for the visa.  These fees are currently approx. $1500 per person, and visas are required for every person in the family.   Faculty and families will also be invoiced for health and transportation fees at the Manor for each member of the family and the faculty member.  These fees are approximately $400 per person.

Teaching at Harlaxton is a wonderful experience, and we welcome faculty members for a phenomenal summer or semester abroad.  If you have questions about teaching at Harlaxton and the experience overall, please feel free to email me at hc110@evansville.edu.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville men's and women's cross country teams return to the course on Friday morning for the first of three consecutive home meets at the Angel Mounds Cross Country Course. Evansville, along with USI, serve as the hosts for the meet, and welcome a competitive field that includes Austin Peay, Bellarmine, Brescia, Central State, Cincinnati, Eastern Kentucky, Evansville, IU Indianapolis, Lipscomb, Morehead State, Murray State, Northern Kentucky, Southeast Missouri, SIU Edwardsville, Southern Illinois, Southern Indiana, Tennessee Tech, Transylvania, UT Martin, Vincennes, and Western Kentucky

The event begins at 9 AM with the men's 8k, followed by the women's 6k at 9:50. Live results can be found here. 

Last Time Out
Evansville's Samuel Lea (Worcester, United Kingdom/Worcester Sixth Form College) and James Cruse (Melbourne, Australia) put together a banner day for Aces cross country on September 26 at the Gans Creek Classic, breaking a 43-year old program record in the 8K. Lea's time of 24.14.4 is the fastest in program history, while Cruse's mark of 24:22.4 is good for second place on UE's all-time 8K list.  

Lea finished 32nd overall and Cruse finished 42nd overall in the 253-runner field. In addition to Lea and Cruse, Rafael Rodriguez (Segovia/Spain Colegio Claret) placed inside UE's Top 15 8K times, slotting in at 14th with a time of 24:55.9. As a team, the men finished 19th out of 26 teams. 

On the women's side, Chase Hayes (Noblesville, Ind. Western) posted the seventh-best 6K in program history at 22:10.80, finishing 90th in the 236-runner field. UE finished 22nd out of 26 teams in the Women's Black Invitational race. 

Meet Information
Friday's meet will be hosted at the Angel Mounds Cross Country Course (8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715) with a cash-only admission fee of $5.

Located on the banks of the Ohio River in southwest Indiana, Angel Mounds is on the site of a historic Mississippian Native American village. Within its nearly 600 acres, Angel Mounds is home to an interpretive center, nature preserve, hiking and biking trails, an 18-hole disk golf course, and a top-tier cross country course. Angel Mounds State Historic Site is home to the cross country programs at both the University of Evansville and the University of Southern Indiana.

The flat and fast course is divided into 2k and 3k loops to accommodate 5k, 6k, 8k, and 10k courses. 15-20 feet of elevation change per loop. The course has hosted events such as the NCAA DII Cross Country Midwest Regional, NCAA DII Cross Country National Championship, NCAA DI Cross Country Great Lakes Regional, Great Lakes Valley Conference Cross Country Championship, and Missouri Valley Conference Cross Country Championship. Later this fall, the course wil host the Missouri Valley Conference Cross Country Championship (October 31) and the NCAA DI Men's & Women's Cross Country Great Lakes Regional (November 15).

ST. LOUIS – After providing key contributions on both ends of the pitch to help the Purple Aces to a crucial win over Belmont on Saturday, University of Evansville defender Isa Valdez (Phoenix, Ariz./Desert Vista) has been named MVC Defensive Player of the Week, the league office announced on Tuesday morning.

With the score tied 1-1 late in the match, Valdez provided the assist on Brooklyn Robinson's (West Haven, Utah/Fremont) game-winning goal in the 82^nd minute to power Evansville to a key MVC victory. Valdez played all 90 minutes of the match, helping the Aces' defense limit the Bruins to six shots and only one shot on goal. With the win, Evansville jumped to fifth in the MVC standings with four games remaining. The top six teams in the standings qualify for the MVC Tournament.

Valdez has been a consistent presence on the UE back line as a senior, ranking fifth on the team with 793 minutes played and has played the full 90 minutes eight times, despite missing two games due to injury. Valdez has enjoyed a breakout season offensively, posting four points on a goal and two assists to help Evansville post their most wins in a season since 2021.

A key contributor throughout her time on campus, Valdez has started 28 matches as a Purple Ace despite battling injuries throughout her career. The weekly honor is the second of her career, having been named MVC Freshman of the Week in 2022, and is the fifth for the Aces this season.

Valdez and the Purple Aces are back in action on Sunday, beginning a three-game road stretch with a trip to take on Murray State. Kick-off is set for 2 PM and will be streamed live on ESPN+.