The February 2026 meetings of the University of Evansville Board of Trustees will be held on campus Friday, February 27, and Saturday, February 28, 2026. 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.

Engineering, Computer Science, & Construction Management Career Forum

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

6:30pm-8:30pm

Eykamp Hall, Ridgway University Center

Register in UE Career Bridge here: https://evansville.12twenty.com/Login 

This event is for all students in the School of Engineering and Computer Science and will feature three panel sessions divided by grade level.

Each panel will have representatives from multiple employers who will cover a variety of topics including internships and Co-Ops, preparing for senior year, and job search. A UE faculty member will moderate each panel, and you will be encouraged to ask questions of our panelists.

Following the panel sessions, all employers and students will gather for a networking reception. This will give you an opportunity to speak with all employers in attendance.

Contact the Center for Career Development with any questions or if you are interested in updating your resume prior to this event.

Appointments can be scheduled online in UE Career Bridge. If you do not see an open appointment, contact our office at career@evansville.edu or 812-488-1083.

Spiritual Formation & Development will be hosting a Ramadan Iftar on March 17th at 6:00 PM in Ridgway 252.

Whether you observe Ramadan or are simply curious to learn more, all are welcome. Regardless of your religious background, come as a learner and bring your questions. Iftar is a time of reflection, community, and shared table fellowship, and it’s a meaningful opportunity to deepen our engagement with one another.

What might it look like for us to continue building relationships across differences, growing in understanding and connection? We hope this evening will be one small but important step in that direction.

The University of Evansville is honored to launch the UE Health Sciences Lecture Series with its inaugural lecture, “From Discovery to Cure: The American Journey of Medical Progress,” presented by Dr. Jay Moskowitz on Thursday, March 19, at 5:00 p.m. at the Stone Family Center for Health Sciences.

This inaugural lecture will explore the American journey of medical innovation—from George Washington’s early embrace of inoculation to the rise of biomedical research and transformative technologies such as pacemakers and cochlear implants, leading to today’s molecular and digital breakthroughs.

The lecture will highlight how progress occurs where science, courage, and human need intersect, and will examine how medicine has evolved into an era of precision, prevention, and personalization while maintaining its core purpose of improving and extending human life.

A reception with light refreshments will follow the lecture.

Guests are asked to RSVP by March 12 at evansville.edu/HSLecture.

For more information, please contact Billie Chandler at bc185@evansville.edu.

View additional information about the lecture and guest speaker.

Join us for the English & Creative Writing Department’s Spring Coffee Hour, Thursday, February 26 at 4:00 pm in the Melvin M Peterson Gallery. Visiting Creative Writing professor Shawna Kay Rodenberg will be reading from her current work, Mae. Rodenberg’s narrative blends research and oral history, memory and poetry in the story of her maternal grandmother. Letterpress prints featuring excerpts from the work will be available in limited quantities at the reading. Free and open to the public.

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Join us on Tuesday, March 3, 12:25 - 1:05 in SB172 for an engaging workshop hosted by LEAD Forward, UE’s year-long, executive-style leadership development program designed for students who want to lead with confidence and impact. This interactive session will give a taste of what we do in LEAD Forward and will allow you to hear from the experience of current fellows.  Lunch will be provided; please RSVP in Career Bridge.

Questions about the program? Please email director Megan Conapinski at mt263.

Ready to apply? Complete the application here; applications should be sumbitted by Friday, March 6.

From the devices in our pockets to the bridges we drive across, from clean water systems to lifesaving medical innovations, engineering touches every part of our lives. That’s why each year, Engineers Week is a time to celebrate the people who make all this possible—and to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers.

This year’s theme, Transform Your Future, is a powerful reminder that engineering doesn’t just shape our world—it shapes our opportunities, our communities, and the futures we can imagine for ourselves and our children.

We hope you’ll take a moment to recognize and celebrate the work of engineers and engage students in engineering. We invite you to be a part of our Engineers Week celebrations by participating in these events:

Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management Career Forum

February 24, 6:30pm – 8:30pm, Eykamp Hall

Engineers Week Speaker: Amy Barrett, PE, F. NSPE, LEED AP – Electrical Engineer, Engineering Career Mentor and Leadership Development

February 25, 12:00pm – 1:00pm in KC 100

University of Evansville’s Patricia H. Snyder Concert and Lecture Series welcomes VOCES8, the Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble.

Experience an extraordinary night of vocal music Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Benedict Cathedral.

This event is free and open to the public, no tickets required.

The Staff and Administrators Assembly (SAA) is excited to host the Second Annual Employee Services Fair designed to highlight the many campus services that support our employees, both professionally and personally.

The University of Evansville Theatre commences its Spring 2026 season with Christopher Chen’s PASSAGE. This production opens at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 24, in the May Studio Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., on Feb. 25, 26, 27, 28, and at 2:00 p.m. on Feb. 28 and March 1. Inspired by E.M. Forster’s A Passage to India, Christopher Chen’s PASSAGE is a poetic drama set in a fictional colonized country. When a tense encounter between a native citizen and an expat spirals into accusation and unrest, the play questions the murky ethics of imperialism, cultural misunderstanding, vulnerability, and identity. Through abstract storytelling, the play invites us to examine how fear and “otherness” distort even our most human interactions.

PASSAGE is directed by Assistant Professor Stacey Yen. Visiting Artist-in-Residence Austin Kuhn ’20 serves as the scenic designer; Maria Lenn ’13, guest artist, serves as the costume designer; Jonathan Roth ’26, senior design and technologies major, from Brookfield, Wis. serves as the lighting designer; Visiting Assistant Professor Jon Robertson serves as the sound designer; Saray Rodríguez Hernández ’27, junior theatre management major, from Caracas, Venezuela is the cultural coordinator; Marguerite Winzinger ’27, junior directing and dramaturgy major, from Bordentown, N.J. serves as dramaturg; Mel Denison ’27, a junior stage management major, from Gainesville, Texas, is the stage manager, and Assistant Technical Director/Scene Shop Manager Cody Kane serves as the technical director.

The cast ensemble features Guldana Karman, a junior performance major, from Katy, Texas; Owen White, a junior performance major, from Valley Center, Kan.; Philana Koto, a sophomore performance major, from Denton, Texas; Mason Norton, a senior performance major, from Bremen, Ind.; Blane Wheeless, a first-year performance major, from Midland, Texas; Rylie Sudduth, a junior performance major, from Versailles, Ky.; Bailey Crawford, a junior performance major, from Frisco, Texas; Luis Alejandro Gonzalez, a sophomore performance major, from Midland, Texas; Matthew Manders, a junior performance major, from Houston, Texas; and Shane Allison, a first-year performance major, from Spring, Texas.

Adult ticket prices are $25 and $20 for senior adults, UE employees. and non-UE students. UE students may obtain one free ticket with their student ID by visiting the ticket office. Single tickets may be purchased online at theatre.evansville.edu or by calling the ticket office at 812.488.2031. The ticket office is open Monday through Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m.

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International Club and International Student Engagement are collecting recipes for the International Food Festival on Friday, March 27 at 5:00 PM in The Eatery. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to submit a favorite recipe they would like to share with the campus community.

Students whose recipes are selected and who are interested will have the opportunity to cook their dishes alongside Chartwells. For everyone else, we look forward to seeing you on March 27 for an evening of global cuisine and community celebration.

Employees - Ascension St. Vincent is providing mobile mammography services for the University of Evansville. The mobile mammography bus will be located in the Health Clinic Parking Lot on March 26th from 8:00AM - 2:00PM. Please call the Ascension St. Vincent Breast Center at 812-485-4437 to schedule your mammogram screening. See the flyer for additional scheduling details!

Your story can drive REAL change! Learn how in this Change Leadership Workshop with the Center for Innovation & Change. During this interactive experience, you’ll learn how to turn lived experience into meaningful messages that move people. Discover how to inspire action, shape conversations, and lead change with clarity and confidence.

In this workshop, you will:

• Practice telling a short, focused version of your life story
• Learn a simple framework to make your stories clear, compelling, and meaningful
• Identify how your lived experiences signal what you genuinely care about
• Map stakeholders and tailor your message to a specific audience
• Design and deliver a short change message in a team setting

Happening from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25 in Eykamp Hall. 

Free pizza (and a fun workshop) for all attendees! RSVP on UEngage to attend.

Hey, UE community! Ready to build confidence under the bar? Join our Barbell Instructional Class to learn proper technique for foundational barbell lifts so you can train safely and effectively. Plus, connect with other students interested in resistance training.

All experience levels welcome — sign up using the QR code!

The Margaret E. Schriefer Liberal Arts Scholarship has been established for the University of Evansville in loving memory of Margaret E. Schriefer. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving student, covering full tuition, books, supplies, materials, and laboratory fees. To be considered for this scholarship, students must meet the following qualifications:

• Must be enrolled at the University of Evansville and have a major of study in Literature, English, Music or Theatre.
• Must be a natural-born citizen of the United States of America with no prior criminal record, other than minor traffic violations.
• Must be a free and accepted Mason in good standing in a local lodge under the authority of the Grand Lodge of its state, or be the descendant, sibling, or nephew/niece of a Master Mason in good standing in his respective lodge under the authority of the Grand Lodge of its respective state. If the related Mason shall not be living at the time of the student’s consideration for this scholarship, a letter shall be obtained from the Lodge of the related Mason to the effect that the related Mason was in good standing at the time of his death.

Must have and maintain a “C” average.

*Previously awarded students are eligible to re-apply for this opportunity.

If you meet the requirements for this scholarship, please complete the scholarship application and return to the Office of Student Financial Services by April 17, 2026.

Questions may be directed to Carly Cox, Office of Student Financial Services, by email at cc477@evansville.edu or by phone at 812-488-2364.

Nominations are now being accepted for consideration of The Howard S. Rosenblatt “Dean of Students Leadership Awards.”  These awards will be presented at the 33rd Annual Leadership Awards Reception scheduled for Wednesday, April 29, 2026.  Invitations will be prepared by the Center for Student Engagement.  

Awards from the Dean of Students Office are presented in the following categories:

• Student Organization Advisor of the Year

• Student Organization of the Year

• Student Leader of the Year

Our student organizations are successful because of the commitment of the student leaders and the advisors who give freely of their time and support.  The recipients of these awards are selected based on their commitment to the University of Evansville as well as the development and success of their efforts within their chosen student organization.

The deadline for nominations is March 20, 2026.  Click on this link to submit your nomination: 

https://forms.office.com/r/5WhHUF7J6i 

If you have any questions, please contact the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students office at 812-488-2500 or by e-mail via deanofstudents@evansville.edu 

Thank you in advance for celebrating our student leaders’ achievements!

Do you know a senior deserving of the highest award given by UE? Ten finalists will be selected, and one student will be presented this award at Commencement. Selection is based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, and community and campus engagement. 

 
The Guthrie May and Mabel Dillingham Nenneker Outstanding Senior Service Award nominations will be accepted February 18 – March 6, 2026. Students nominated must accept their nomination by 5:00 p.m. on March 20th, 2026. 

 
You can nominate deserving seniors by completing the form below. Once you submit a nomination, students will receive an automatic email giving them the opportunity to accept the award.  

https://form.jotform.com/220724520906046 

Please contact Shelby Bartholome, Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Office (sg293@evansville.edu) with any questions.

The United Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF) awards scholarships to United Methodist college students in the United States. Applications are now open for scholarships to help fund the 2026-27 academic year. Please visit https://umhef.org/apply for more information and to access the application. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.

Dr. Logan Pant, Assistant Professor of Marketing in the Schroeder School of Business, has once again had a journal article accepted for publication by the global publisher Emerald Group. His article, “It’s 5:00 Somewhere: Exploring Consumer Drinking Mindsets,” was published by Emerald Group, headquartered in Leeds, England.

According to Dr. Pant, “This research aims to examine how different types of alcohol lead to various mental states that influence overall decision-making and consumer choices, especially for young consumers. It highlights how learned associations with specific kinds of alcohol consumption create distinct drinking mindsets.”

The article explores how different types of alcohol influence mental states and, in turn, affect decision-making and consumer behavior among young adults. This work contributes to an understudied area of consumer psychology by focusing on learned associations tied to specific types of alcohol rather than solely on intoxication. The research helps clarify mixed findings in prior literature, identifies future research opportunities, and offers practical insights for academics, policymakers, marketers, and consumers seeking to better understand alcohol-related decision-making. These insights may guide branding strategies and deepen understanding of consumer behavior.

The Schroeder School of Business is proud of Dr. Pant’s continued contributions to marketing research and looks forward to the impact of his future scholarly work.

Last week, Dr. Jean Gómez, Director of Orchestras at the UE Music Conservatory, was invited to serve as the High School Orchestra clinician for the 2026 All-West Clinic, organized by the West Tennessee School Band and Orchestra Association (WTSBOA). Dr. Gómez engaged and prepared highly talented musicians through rehearsals, culminating in a full-house concert.

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Our Harlaxton Ambassadors group needs a student volunteer to attend SGA meetings on Thursday from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm in SOBA 170. If you are a current Harlaxton Ambassador or interested in joining our team and can fulfill this volunteer duty, please contact Lisa Hale at lh241 or Austin Landis at al357 at your earliest convenience.

MURRAY, Ky. – Four players finished in double figures for the University of Evansville men’s basketball team in an 88-73 setback at Murray State on Saturday afternoon inside the CFSB Center.

Leading the way for the Purple Aces was AJ Casey. He scored 19 points while adding four assists and two steals. Josh Hughes recorded 16 points while Leif Moeller and Alex Hemenway registered 15 and 14 tallies, respectively. KJ Tenner and Roman Domon led Murray State with 20 points apiece.

“We competed extremely hard today and I am proud of the character our team has shown,” UE head coach David Ragland explained after the game. “We just need to keep plugging away and finding ways to get better.”

After Murray State jumped out to a 4-0 lead, triples by Alex Hemenway and Josh Hughes gave UE its first lead at 6-4. After AJ Casey knocked down a 3-pointer, Hemenway added his second to put the Aces in front at 12-7 four minutes into the game.

Up 14-10, Evansville reeled off 10 consecutive points to go up 24-10. Triples by Leif Moeller and Hemenway capped the run to give UE its largest lead at the 12:33 mark. Three minutes later, Casey got the job done on both ends of the floor as he forced a steal and converted a dunk to push the advantage back to 14 points – 28-14 – with 9:05 remaining in the half.

Murray State took advantage of three UE turnovers to score nine in a row to get within five inside of eight minutes left. Casey temporarily halted the run with a score before the Racers continued their rally. Javon Jackson hit a 3-pointer to get his squad back within one at 30-29 with 5:19 left until halftime.

Consecutive baskets by Josh Hughes pushed lead back up to five points before MSU pushed back once again. Trailing 36-31 with 3:23 on the clock, the Racers posted the final six points to take a 37-36 lead into the break.

The first basket of the second half belonged to the Racers, however, Hughes connected from downtown to tie the game before a Casey dunk put UE back in front at 41-39. On their ensuing trip down the floor, the Racers regained the lead with a triple at the 16:55 mark. Up 49-48, the took control with a 10-0 run that gave them their largest lead at 59-45 with 10:16 left in the game.

Entering the final three minutes, MSU took a 75-60 while Bryce Quinet quickly cut into it with a triple. The Racers went up by as many as 16 in the final minutes before the game finished with an 88-73 final.

UE outshot the Racers in the contest, hitting 47.5% of its attempts while holding the Racers to 41.7%. It was MSU outrebounding the Aces by a final tally of 37-26. UE is back on the road Wednesday for a 6:30 p.m. CST game at Belmont.

CONWAY, Ark. – After opening the day with a 10-0 loss to Southeastern Louisiana, the University of Evansville softball team rallied for a 5-4 win over Central Arkansas in Saturday’s action in Arkansas.

Game 1 – Southeastern Louisiana 10, UE 0

Southeastern Louisiana tagged Kate Ridgway for eight runs in 3 1/3 innings on their way to a 10-0 win in five innings. Brilee Ford’s 2-run double highlighted a 4-run bottom of the first for the Lions.

After adding a pair of runs in the third, the Lions put things out of reach with four more runs in the bottom half of the fourth. Macie LaRue earned the win for the Lions, throwing four frames while striking out five. UE was limited to one hit, which came off the bat of Maliyah Wilkins in the top of the first.

Game 2 – UE 5, Central Arkansas 4

Trailing 4-0 following the second inning, the Purple Aces recorded the final five runs to finish the day with a 5-4 victory over Central Arkansas.

Following a single run in the bottom of the first, Central Arkansas scored three in the bottom of the second. With the bases loaded, Addi Graham hit a bases-clearing triple to extend the lead to 4-0. Evansville cut deficit in half in the top half of the third when Maliyah Wilkins and Morgan Adams each posted RBIs to cut the gap to 4-2.

Things remained at 4-2 until the top of the fifth when the Aces stormed back. Brooke Voss opened with a single while Taylor Howe was hit by a pitch. Voss scored on a groundout by Adams while Howe would cross the plate on a fielding error to tie the game.

Taylor Howe led off the top of the 7^th with a double and would score what would be the game-winning run on another Adams single. Alexis Tucker allowed a baserunner in the bottom of the 7^th, but finished the job and sealed the 5-4 win.

Adams went 2-4 with three RBI while Howe was 2-3 while scoring three runs in the contest. Tucker threw a complete game allowing four runs, three earned, on two hits. She struck out two batters.

On Sunday, the Aces face Saint Louis before a rematch against UCA.

CONWAY, Ark. – Brooke Voss recorded four hits including the walk-off winner to lead the University of Evansville softball team to a 12-11 win over Saint Louis in Sunday’s opener. In the second contest, the Purple Aces fell to Central Arkansas by a score of 12-4.

Game 1 – UE 12, Saint Louis 11 (8 innings)

In a wild back-and-forth contest, it was the Purple Aces erupting for 12 runs on 15 hits to finish with the 12-11 victory. Brooke Voss was the star of the game for UE, going 4-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and a walk. Miriah Powell, Angela Valentine, and Emma McDonald each had two hits apiece.

After taking a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first, the Aces added three runs in the second. Valentine scored on a Voss triple before Voss crossed the plate on an error by UCA. Eliza Piggott brought home the third run of the frame when she forced a bases-loaded walk.

Just as fast as UE took the lead, the Billikens countered with four runs in the top of the third. Two-run hits from Kate Proffitt and Bella Stephens knotted the score at 4-4. Voss put Evansville right back in front in the bottom of the third, hitting an RBI single to bring home McDonald. Powell crossed the plate on an error to push the lead to two.

Valentine extended the Aces lead to four runs with a 2-run double in the fifth, however, a 7-run top of the fifth put Saint Louis on top by an 11-8 score. McDonald brought in Valentine for a single run in the sixth before the offense made a late rally in the bottom half of the 7^th. Taylor Howe led off with a double and scored when Maliyah Wilkins reached on a SLU error. With two outs, Jess Willsey came through with the game-tying single to score Keghan Pye, who pinch ran for Wilkins.

Gracie Hollingsworth, who entered with no outs and two Billikens on base in the top of the 7^th, came through in the clutch. She recorded three quick outs to keep the deficit at two runs before retiring the side in order to begin the 8^th. In the bottom of the inning, Emma McDonald reached on a 1-out triple. That brought Voss to the plate, who recorded her fourth hit of the game to give the Aces the victory in walk-off fashion.

Hollingsworth earned the victory for UE, throwing two scoreless innings with a strikeout.

Game 2 – Central Arkansas 12, UE 4

Scoring eight runs in the bottom of the sixth, Central Arkansas defeated UE by a 12-4 final in Sunday’s second contest. UE finished with six hits as Miriah Powell went 2-3 to lead the way.

Evansville wasted no time in taking the lead against Central Arkansas. Two-run hits by Niki Bode and Jess Willsey established a quick 4-0 lead. The Bears scored once in the bottom of the first and looked to do more in the ensuing frame as they stranded the bases loaded in the second.

In the bottom of the third, UCA broke through to tie the score with three runs. The Aces looked to regain the lead in the top of the fourth when Miriah Powell, Angela Valentine, and Emma McDonald each singled to load the bases with no outs. Unfortunately, the Bears were able to get out of the jam while keeping the score tied at 4-4.

Things remained tied at 4-4 until the bottom of the sixth when Central Arkansas scored eight runs to finish the game. Kate Ridgway threw 4 1/3 innings with four runs, three earned, crossing the plate.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville women's basketball team continues their homestand on Saturday, welcoming UNI to Meeks Family Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 5 PM.

Evansville vs. Northern Iowa | Saturday, February 21 | 5 PM Site | Location Meeks Family Fieldhouse | Evansville, Ind. Links 5 PM CT:  Live Stats | TV:  ESPN+ Follow the Aces  Women's Basketball Site  |  Twitter  |  Instagram | Game Notes

Series History   
- Saturday's matchup marks the 65th all-time meeting between Evansville and UNI
- The Panthers lead the all-time series, 33-19
- Evansville captured a historic win in Cedar Falls on January 25, beating UNI 68-65 for their first win over the Panthers in 21 tries and their first win in Cedar Falls since 2008

Valley's Best
- Camryn Runner continues to establish herself as one of the best players in the Missouri Valley Conference
- On Sunday against Illinois State, Camryn Runner became the first player in the MVC to post 26 points, 8 assists and 3 steals in a game this season
- Heading into the weekend, Runner ranks inside the top five in the MVC in points per game (17.5), assists per game (5.3), steals per game (1.7), and free throw percentage (84.1%)

Snyder on Fire
- Elle Snyder enjoyed a career day in Evansville's win over UNI earlier this season 
- Snyder scored a season-high 18 points against the Panthers, leading the Aces in scoring
- Snyder matched a career-high with five three-pointers on seven attempts while adding seven rebounds 

Scouting the Opponent
- Northern Iowa enters Saturday's game with a 13-12 record and an 9-6 record in MVC play
- The Panthers sit in fifth place in the MVC standings, a half game behind Illinois State
- UNI is coming off a 77-48 win at SIU on Thursday
- Offensively, Illinois State is led by Ryley Goebel at 14.1 ppg and Jenna Twedt at 14.0 ppg

Follow Along
Saturday's game will be streamed live on ESPN+. Live stats are available at GoPurpleAces.com.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In its second-to-last road game of the regular season, the University of Evansville men's basketball team travels to Murray State for a 3 p.m. contest on Saturday. ESPN+ and Purple Aces Radio Network will have the broadcast.

Last Time Out

- UIC hit 16 of its 27 attempts from outside while shooting 53.3% overall in an 84-46 win over the Purple Aces on Wednesday

- The Flames outscored UE by a 46-23 margin in the second half

- Knocking down four of his seven 3-point tries, Trent Hundley led the Aces with 12 points

Top Performance

- AJ Casey scored a career-high 28 points in the win over Illinois State marking the highest tally for a UE player this season

- Casey was 10-of-15 from the field and 3-of-5 from outside; he is 7th in the MVC shooting 50.4%

- He has scored 7+ points in 17 of the last 19 games and is averaging 14.3 PPG against MVC foes after scoring 7.8 PPG in non-conference play

Series Notes

- The Racers have won 7 of the last 8 meetings in the series along with four in a row inside the CFSB Center; the last UE win in Murray came on 12/5/15 - an 85-81 win

- The last two games in Murray have been decided by a total of five points

Doing it All

- Scoring 16 points while adding a career-best 10 rebounds, Leif Moeller picked up his first collegiate double-double in the win over Illinois State

- This came just days after tying his career scoring mark with 26 at Valparaiso

- His outside shooting has been off the charts - he is 10-of-19 from 3-point range in the last four games while going 24-of-50 (48.0%) in the last ten games

Solid Outing

- Hitting four of his seven attempts from long range, Trent Hundley led UE with 12 points in the home game against UIC

- His top performance in an Aces uniform came against Belmont where he his six triples on his way to 20 points

Scouting the Opponent

- Murray State comes into Saturday's game with a record of 19-10 while going 11-7 through their first 18 conference games

- The Racers have dropped three of their last four games including a 78-61 decision at Illinois State on Wednesday

- After opening the MVC slate at 8-0, MSU has gone 3-7

- Javon Jackson paces the squad with 16.4 PPG while shooting a stellar 86.3% from the free throw line

- Roman Domon holds a scoring average of 13.6 PPG while Fred King is averaging 12.9 points and a team-high 8.6 caroms

The University of Evansville (UE) has launched a new TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program, a federally funded initiative through the U.S. Department of Education designed to increase college retention and graduation rates for first-generation students, income-eligible students, and students with disabilities.

UE's initiative grant total for TRIO is approximately $1 million.

TRIO Student Support Services is part of the nationally recognized TRIO portfolio of programs, established under the Higher Education Act of 1965 to promote educational access for students who face systemic barriers to higher education. UE's TRIO SSS program will provide comprehensive, personalized support to help students persist, thrive, and graduate.

"TRIO Student Support Services represents a powerful investment in our students and in the University of Evansville's mission to support access, opportunity, and success," said Mary Kessler, UE Acting Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. "This program strengthens our ability to meet students where they are and provide the tools and guidance they need to reach their full potential."

Supporting Student Success at UE

The University of Evansville's TRIO SSS Program is designed to serve 140 undergraduate students annually, focusing on students who meet federal TRIO eligibility criteria. The program responds to documented challenges faced by this population, including academic preparedness gaps, financial barriers, and the complexities of navigating college systems.

The program has established ambitious, student-focused goals, including:

• 80% year-to-year persistence for participating students
• 95% of participants maintaining good academic standing
• 70% graduation rate within six years

To achieve these outcomes, UE's TRIO Student Support Services Program will provide a comprehensive suite of evidence-based supports, including individualized Academic Success Plans with ongoing coaching and progress reviews; academic tutoring; financial aid advising and financial literacy education; career readiness and graduate school preparation; and cultural enrichment experiences. These enrichment opportunities, such as visits to museums, historical sites, arts events, and community organizations, are designed to broaden students' worldviews and connect academic learning to real-world experiences.

Leadership Appointment

The University of Evansville is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Gerth as Project Director of the TRIO Student Support Services Program. Gerth has been with the University since 2022, most recently serving as Assistant Director of the Center for Career Development.

"We are especially excited to welcome an internal leader into this role," said Kessler. "Tracy brings deep knowledge of our students, a strong commitment to student success, and a proven dedication to the University of Evansville community. She is exceptionally well-positioned to build and lead this program with vision, compassion, and excellence."

As Project Director, Gerth will oversee program implementation, student services, compliance with federal requirements, and campus collaboration to ensure the program's long-term impact.

For more information about the TRIO Student Support Services Program at the University of Evansville, visit https://www.evansville.edu/trio/index.cfm.