Join the Great Spring Step-Off Team Challenge!

Challenge Dates: March 30th - May 10th, 2026

It’s time to get moving, get motivated, and step into Spring! As the days grow longer and the flowers start to bloom, it’s the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and spring into action. Join your colleagues in this team-based step challenge and see which team can rack up the most average steps by the end of the challenge. The winning team takes home bragging rights—and prizes!

How it works:

• Create your own teams of up to 4 participants - choose a team leader & team name.

• Track your daily steps using any step-tracking device (Monday-Sunday).

• Steps are logged weekly by the team leader via Google Form link provided at the start.

• A team leaderboard will be shared weekly on Tuesdays!

To keep the challenge fair for teams of different sizes, final rankings and prizes will be based on average steps per team member.

Earn a one-time $150 HRA credit for participating!

Grab your team and sign-up here: https://forms.gle/8MnDjjTUGzqjcUt89

Send questions to taylor.kollak@ascension.org.

The University of Evansville Leadership Awards celebrate the achievements of outstanding students who have dmeonstrated exceptional leadership on campus. Established in 1983, this annual event brings together multiple departments to honor students for thei dedication, service, amd impact in various areas of campus life. The awards highlight the diverse talents and contributions of UE students, fostering a sense of community and recognizing those who inspire others through their leadership.

The Leadership Awards will take place on April 29th in Eykamp Hall. Doors open at 5:30pm. Attire is business casual.

RSVP for the Leadership Awards here!

Students, staff, and faculty are invited to join International Club and International Engagement this Thursday for the Flag Parade!

The unofficial kickoff to International Food Festival, the Flag Parade is a celebration of our campus’s rich diversity. Participants carry the flag of their home country, a country of heritage, or simply a country they’re interested in as we march around our beautiful campus.

The weather is looking great, and we’ll be led by a bagpiper!

Stop by Ridgway Center between 3:30–3:45 PM to claim your flag. The parade begins at 4 PM. Don’t miss it!

Intarmurals is hosting a 3v3 Futsal tourney Friday, March 27th beginning at 6pm in the Fitness Center.
The tournament is open to any student, faculty, or staff member.

Winners will receive an IM Champ shirt and bragging rights!

Any questions reach out to Drew @ah519 !

Join us for a summer travel course in New York City, May 10–17, 2026, focused on LGBTQ history, public memory, and social justice.

Students may complete this experience through ChangeLab 310 (0–3 credits) or as part of ETH 200: Social Justice Movements (Outcome 4) in Summer Session 1.

This course will give students the opportunity to learn on site by visiting locations connected to queer activism, community history, and public memory. Together, we will explore how LGBTQ people and communities have shaped movements for justice, created spaces of belonging, and preserved stories that still matter today.

The $700 course fee includes lodging, transportation, and entry fees.

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

UE’s Environmental, Health and Safety Manager would like to let the UE Community know about the 2026 Tox-Away Day planned for Saturday, March 28. The event is from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the former Roberts Stadium parking lot (Enter on E. Franklin Street directly behind Swonder Ice Area).  This program is for Vanderburgh County households only. Help dispose of hazardous materials properly, so they don’t end up entering local streams and rivers.

Items accepted include oil-based paint, solvents & thinners, pesticides, herbicides, household cleaners, motor oil & filters, antifreeze, gasoline, auto batteries & fluids, smoke detectors, fluorescent bulbs, fire extinguishers and pool chemicals at this free disposal program. (No latex paint.)

Please load items into your trunk or truck bed for safe unloading.

For a complete list, and for items not accepted, see the Vanderburgh County website: https://www.evansvillegov.org/city/department/division.php?structureid=259

We are excited to announce that April 10^th from 6-8 is our 3rd annual Trivia Night for Ace CARE!   This event will take place at Meeks Family Fieldhouse inside the Carson Center! Teams will consist of 6 people. The registration fee for UE students will be $10 per person or $50/team of 6. Public/community members will be $20 per person or $100/team of 6.    This event will be hosted by Susan Fetscher from Smarty Pints Trivia! There will be free food, prizes, and mini games throughout the night! Come support Ace CARE and play trivia!   Below is the link to sign up! https://www.uealumnionline.com/s/1096/bp20/interior.aspx?sid=1096&gid=1&pgid=4835&cid=8142&ecid=8142&crid=0&calpgid=61&calcid=5181   Please let Kelsie Burrows (kb644@evansville.edu) or Mallory Weber (mw452@evansville.edu) know if you have any questions.   Hope to see you all there!

You can’t change the world by yourself—but you can build a network that helps you do it. On March 25th in Eykamp 251 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, you’ll learn how to stand out, follow up with intention, and build relationships with people who will champion your ideas and help you create real impact. Come out for a fun, fast-paced workshop and free pizza and drinks! RSVP on UEengage at the link below.

Change Leadership Workshop: Building Your Network - UEngage

The 2026 - 2027 Open enrollment for benefits will take place March 31 - April 17. Informational Sessions will be held on Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1.

Please take advantage of one of the six sessions to hear first hand how UE insurance can benefit you in the most impactful way! All of our insurance reps will be present to answer questions one-on-one and will also have some fun items for you to take.

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.  

Everyone is warmly invited to the last Stankey Andiron lecture of the academic year, which will be on Tuesday, March 31 at 4 PM in SOBA 170. Please note that this event is on Tuesday and not Thursday! The lecture is entitled "Creating Space for Student Discovery" and will be a joint presentation by Dr Cris Hochwender and Dr Kristina Hochwender. With two excellent presenters and two brilliant minds, it is sure to be an absolute treat.

A growing group of pastors and ministry leaders in Evansville have been gathering to pray and seek God’s heart for greater unity across the Church in our city. The One Church Forum is a space to come together for prayer, conversation, and relationship as we explore what it means to live as one Church.

Our hope is to celebrate the diversity of cultures and backgrounds across our community while lifting high the name of Jesus together, pursuing greater unity in Evansville for the sake of God’s Kingdom.

The YMCA will be holding their Summer Day Camp on campus this summer for kids ages 5-9 and 10-12. Camp will be held from May 28 to July 31. The YMCA is offering the first 10 UE employees who register a discount of $25 off per week. Spots are filling quickly. REGISTER TODAY at Summer Day Camp – YMCA of Southwestern Indiana!   Once you register, please notify the Office of Youth Programs at youthprograms@evansville.edu so your account can be adjusted by the YMCA to reflect the discount!

Join us for the 2026 Fiancial Literacy Fair!  

March 25th 11:30-1:30. Ridgway

Learn- "Ask the Experts" all of your financial questions and meet professionals in banking, investments, insurance, HR, finacial aid, Indiana Secratary of State's Office, and more!

Earn - Ask quesions to earn raffle tickets for some amazing prizes!  Over 30 door prizes to be given away including a TV, bluetooth speaker, mini-projector, gift certificates, UE swag, and much much more!!

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!

An invitation to register for CHNG-310-02: Celebrating Hispanic Voices this Fall 2026 semester! In this ChangeLab students explore Hispanic student identities, experiences, and perspectives by researching and recording podcast episodes in Spanish, English, and Spanglish. Hispanic students share their stories, discuss relevant issues, and celebrate their cultural heritage. Through this podcast, students develop a variety of skills to interview Hispanic students and community members who work to foster a sense of community, empowerment, and inclusivity at UE and beyond. Students are not required to speak Spanish to participate in this ChangeLab.

“Celebrating Hispanic Voices” Podcast trailer links:

Celebrating Hispanic Voices Podcast - UE Fireside Radio

Celebrating Hispanic Voices Podcast – Apple Podcasts

Celebrating Hispanic Voices Podcast - Spotify

If you want to learn more about this ChangeLab course, contact Dr. Diana Rodríguez Quevedo (Profe) via email at: dr130@evansville.edu

“Celebrating Hispanic Voices”: A podcast by Hispanic Students for Hispanic Students

Season 3 begins with Alejandro Navarrete interviewing Rafa Rodríguez. He is an Accounting major and track and field athlete. Let him infect you with this optimism!

Celebrating Hispanic Voices - Episode 1 – Season 3 – Rafa Rodríguez's Story

In episode 2, Kristen Eykamp shares Fabiana Rivadeneyra’s experiences as an electrical engineer major from Peru.

Celebrating Hispanic Voices – Episode 2 – Season 3 – Fabiana Rivadeneyra's Story

Thank you to our production team, Ale España and Tommy Housman!

Nominations are now being accepted this year’s Golden Heart Award for Students, Golden Heart Award for Staff, and the Mike Tessier Legacy Award.

It’s Time to Nominate a Student for the Golden Heart Award  Do you know a student who embodies servant leadership and consistently goes above and beyond for both the UE and Evansville communities? The Golden Heart Award: Student honors an individual who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, passion, and a genuine drive to serve others. This award is presented to a student who has shown these qualities throughout the past year and who will carry this spirit of service forward even after leaving UE. The Golden Heart Award: Student nominations will be accepted March 20, 2026 - April 6th. You can nominate deserving students by completing the form below. Golden Heart Award- Student Nomination Form – Fill out form It’s Time to Nominate a Dedicated Staff Member for the Golden Heart Award  Do you know a faculty or staff member who exemplifies servant leadership and consistently demonstrates dedication, passion, and a true commitment to serving both the UE and Evansville communities? The Golden Heart Award: Staff honors an individual whose work reflects genuine care, leadership through service, and a lasting impact on our campus and community. This award recognizes a faculty or staff member who has embodied these values throughout the past year and who will continue to uplift and support others well into the future.  The Golden Heart Award: Staff nominations will be accepted March 20, 2026 - April 6th. Please complete the form below to nominate a faculty or staff member for this award. Self nominations are also encouraged. Golden Heart Award Faculty/Staff Nomination It’s Time to Nominate a Dedicated Staff Member for the Mike Tessier Legacy Award Do you know a faculty or staff member who consistently goes above and beyond to enhance the student experience at the University of Evansville? The Mike Tessier Legacy Award honors an individual who demonstrates exceptional dedication to the campus community, making a meaningful impact that extends beyond the scope of their formal role or departmental responsibilities. Their efforts reflect a deep commitment to collaboration, initiative, and the betterment of student life at UE. The Mike Tessier Legacy Award nominations will be accepted March 20, 2026 - April 6th. Please complete the form below to nominate a faculty or staff member for this award. Self nominations are also encouraged. Mike Tessier Legacy Award Nominations   Thank you in advance for celebrating the achievements of our students and staff/faculty members. If you have any questions, please contact the Administrative Assistant for the Center for Student Engagement at 812-488-2371 or by e-mail via cse@evansville.edu

REL 120 Religion in America will be offered online during Summer Session 2. For more information contact Dr. Stein at vs9@evansville.edu.

The Center for Innovation & Change is now taking applications for the 2026-2027 Global Scholars Awards. These awards offer financial support for faculty engaged in internationally focused scholarship or curriculum development. To allow faculty more time to book summer travel, we are setting the deadline earlier than in past years –  submissions are due Tuesday, April 14^th at 8:00am. Please check the Global Scholars website for award details, submission requirements: https://www.evansville.edu/centerforinnovation/scholars.cfm

If you have any questions about the awards process or would like to discuss potential Global Scholars projects, please contact Dr. Derek Jones at dj4@evansville.edu.

It was the desire of the donor, Margery Florence Kahn, that her scholarship be awarded to "dedicated and conscientious students who exhibit a true passion for their chosen fields of study, and who, in the opinion of the members of the University of Evansville faculty, are likely to bring the same enthusiasm into the performance of their jobs or the practice of the professions which they will pursue following graduation."

All University of Evansville full-time undergraduate students who will be juniors or seniors in the 2026-27 academic year may apply. An essay of about 300 words must accompany the application along with two to five faculty recommendation letters.

The application and faculty recommendation information can be found here:

Completed applications and recommendation letters should be returned to the Office of Student Financial Services by MAY 8, 2026.

Questions may be directed to the Office of Student Financial Services at 812-488-2364 or studentfinancialservices@evansville.edu.

BIOL 107 (General Biology), which fulfills the lab science General Education credit (Outcome 8), will be offered during Summer Session 2 as an online, asynchronous class. Although it is generally intended for those majoring in EXSS, public health, and similar, all majors are welcome! The lab portion of the course will be completed via Labster, an exciting virtual lab simulator! If you have questions about this 4 credit hour course, which will run from June 15-July 17, please contact Dr. Aldred via email - ka59@evansville.edu

This is a reminder that University Purchasing Cards (Pcards) are issued for use by the assigned cardholder only. Pcards must not be shared, loaned, or given to another individual for any reason.

The Pcard must remain in the possession of the cardholder at all times. Allowing others to use your Pcard, even for University business, is a violation of Pcard policy and may result in corrective action, including suspension or revocation of Pcard privileges.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping ensure compliance with University policies.

ES 103 (Fundamentals of Environmental Science), which fulfills the non-lab science General Education credit (Outcome 8), will be offered during Summer Session 2 as an online, asynchronous class. If you have questions about this 3 credit hour course, which will run from June 15-July 17, please contact Dr. Aldred via email - ka59@evansville.edu

SPAN-111 – Elementary Spanish (3 credit hours) will be offered asynchronously online during Summer  Session 1 (May 11 to June 12, 2026).

This course fulfills Outcome 6. Please contact Dr. Diana Rodríguez Quevedo if you have any questions: dr130@evansville.edu

The library is giving away thousands (!) of LPs and CDs. Please help yourself!  And tell a friend too!

We’re excited to share a small update to campus dining hours to better serve the evening crowd.

Starting Monday, March 16th, The Eatery will be extending its hours Monday–Thursday until

7:30 PM, giving you more time to stop by for dinner.

Chick-fil-A will now close Monday–Thursday at 9:00 PM.

UE students seeking financial aid or intending to use loan funds for summer courses at UE should complete a Summer Financial Aid Application and return it to the Office of Student Financial Services (Olmsted 105) however is most convenient by April 30, 2026. The application will allow our office to assess your financial aid and loan eligibility.

Work-Study:

On-campus jobs are available for continuing UE students during the summer. You do not need to be eligible for need-based Federal Work-Study during the academic year in order to apply. You may also apply regardless of your enrollment in summer courses. Applications will be available within the Student Employment area of Self-Service.

2026-27 MARGERY FLORENCE KAHN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE

It was the desire of the donor, Margery Florence Kahn, that her scholarship be awarded to "dedicated and conscientious students who exhibit a true passion for their chosen fields of study, and who, in the opinion of the members of the University of Evansville faculty, are likely to bring the same enthusiasm into the performance of their jobs or the practice of the professions which they will pursue following graduation."

All University of Evansville full-time undergraduate students who will be juniors or seniors in the 2026-27 academic year may apply. An essay of about 300 words must accompany the application along with two to five faculty recommendation letters.

Download the application and faculty recommendation information.

Completed applications and recommendation letters should be returned to the Office of Student Financial Services by MAY 8, 2026.

Questions may be directed to the Office of Student Financial Services at 812-488-2364 or studentfinancialservices@evansville.edu.

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.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Murray State limited the University of Evansville softball team to just two hits as they took the series finale by a final of 3-1 on Saturday at Tri-State Orthopaedics Field at Cooper Stadium.

Evansville opened the scoring in the bottom of the first. With the bases loaded, Jess Willsey was hit by a pitch to bring in the first run of the contest. Murray State countered with two runs in the top of the second to take the lead. They tacked on a third run in the third and would keep the Purple Aces scoreless from that point.

Racer pitcher Bre Haislip entered with two outs in the first inning and limited UE to one hit while striking out three over the final 6 1/3 frames. Alexis Tucker went 1 2/3 innings in the start allowing two unearned runs. Kate Ridgway threw the final 5 1/3 innings with one run scoring.

Evansville’s two hits belonged to Brooke Voss and Willsey. Next weekend UE will be at Drake for a 3-game series.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Friday’s match against USI saw the University of Evansville golf teams win by a score of 5 ½ - 2 ½ at Fendrich Golf Course.

Full results:

Louise Standtke/ Adeline Wittmer 1 up vs Lowe/ Timinsky

Kate Petrova/ Trinity Dubbs 7&6 vs Luthy/Wymer

Lopez/ Vera 3&2 vs Elizabeth Mercer/Haley Hughes

Jane Grankina/Daniil Romaskin even Kirsch/Gargis

Goebel/Stroud 3&2 Luke Schneider/Luke Price

Denzel Rai/Julian Kiessling 1up Worthington/Ornelas

Andrew Rottschalk/Christopher O’Donnell 2&1 Juan/Hardy

Jamison Ousley/Omar Khalid 2&1 Peck/Reynolds

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Freshman Ashtyn Holbrook hit two home runs including a grand slam to help the University of Evansville softball team earn a doubleheader sweep over Murray State on Friday at Tri-State Orthopaedics Field at Cooper Stadium. Kate Ridgway threw her second consecutive shutout in the first game while Holdbrook added a grand slam in the second contest. Maliyah Wilkins had the game-winning hit to finish off the night.

The teams meet up on Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. for the series finale.

Game 1 – UE 3, Murray State 0

Late home runs by Brooke Voss and Ashtyn Holbrook combined with another shutout from Kate Ridgway helped the Purple Aces take the opener by a score of 3-0.

Looking to take an early lead, Murray State put a runner on third with one out in the top of the first before Ridgway picked up a pair of strikeouts to end the threat. Niki Bode and Emma McDonald each registered hits in the opening frames, however, the game was scoreless heading to the third. In the top half of the third, the Racers looked to open the scoring once again. With two runners on, Ashtyn Holbrook threw a runner out at home on a base hit to keep things at 0-0.

Evansville finally broke the scoreless tie in the bottom of the fifth. After Emma McDonald’s ground rule double with one out, Voss came to the plate and launched her team-leading 6^th home run of the year to give the Aces a 2-0 lead.

Holbrook added some insurance with a solo home run in the bottom of the sixth. Ridgway took care of business from there as she secured her second consecutive shutout. Ridgway struck out six batters while giving up six hits. UE finished the game with seven hits with Bode and McDonald registering two apiece.

Game 2 – UE 6, Murray State 5

Maliyah Wilkins hit a walk-off single to lead the Aces to a 6-5 victory to sweep Friday’s doubleheader. Evansville led by a 5-0 score after the first inning before Murray State clawed its way back. Following a single run in the fifth, the Racers scored four in the top of the seventh to tie the game.

After the opener took five innings to open the scoring, the Aces got things rolling in the first. Singles by Brooke Voss and Niki Bode brought Morgan Adams to the plate. Her ground rule double brought in the first run of the game. Following a walk by Eliza Piggott, Holbrook hit a grand slam to left center to make it a 5-0 game.

Evansville continued to hold the 5-0 advantage until Murray State scored a single run in the top of the fifth. They did even more damage in the 7^th as they tied the game with four runs. Evansville used five pitchers in the inning as the Racers loaded the bases after tying the score. After tossing a shutout in game one, Kate Ridgway entered and secured the final out to keep the game tied.

Looking to rebound after the MSU rally, the Aces put two runners on with two outs in the bottom of the 7^th. Pinch hitter Maliyah Wilkins drove the 1-0 pitch to left field for the game-winning double to bring in pinch runner Keghan Pye.

Alexis Tucker threw six innings in the game with two runs scoring on three hits. Ridgway earned her second win of the day as she recorded the final out in the top of the 7^th. UE had eight hits in the game with Bode and Adams finishing with two apiece.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Last week, University of Evansville diver Levi McKinney completed a stellar comeback season for the Purple Aces. McKinney was at Jones Natatorium in Ypsilanti, Mich. for the 2026 NCAA Zone C Diving Championship.

McKinney competed in both the 1M and 3M dives during the meet. He took 30^th place in the 1-meter with a score of 270.95 while coming in 39^th with a 273.65 in the 3-meter event as he competed against some of the top competition in the nation.

His performance completes a stellar season with multiple highlights. On January 10, McKinney set the 1-meter program record in a meet against Southern Illinois and Indiana State. His score of 335.80 reset the Aces mark. This came a day after he broke his own program record in the 3-meter dive. Taking on UIC, McKinney recorded a score of 336.83 to break his nark of 320.65, which was set in December of 2025.

Following those performance, McKinney was tabbed as the Missouri Valley Conference Diver of the Week. Earlier this month, McKinney earned All-MVC Honorable Mention accolades. He earned finishes of 7^th place in the finals of both the 1M and 3M dives.

The University of Evansville (UE) will host the official launch of Evansville Bee City USA on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the main campus.

The event will celebrate the city's commitment to becoming more pollinator-friendly and will feature expert talks, local success stories, and interactive opportunities for attendees to learn how to support native pollinators in their own communities. Local businesses and organizations will also be present to showcase their work and connect with attendees.

"Hosting the launch of Bee City Evansville at UE is an exciting opportunity to bring together community members, organizations, and students around a shared goal of environmental stewardship," said Dr. Cris Hochwender, Professor of Biology. "This initiative highlights the meaningful impact that small, local actions can have on supporting pollinators and strengthening our ecosystem. We are proud to serve as a space where education, collaboration, and community engagement can come together to inspire lasting change."

The event is free and open to the public, though registration is required at this link.

The University of Evansville is proud to support initiatives that promote community sustainability and environmental awareness.

The University of Evansville (UE) has expanded its ChangeLab program to the high school level for the first time, marking a significant milestone in youth-led innovation and community change. Lucy Howe is the first high school student ever to earn class credit for a changemaking project prior to graduation through UE's nationally recognized ChangeLab program.

Through a partnership between Memorial High School and the Center for Innovation & Change (CIC), UE created bridge credit and approved internship time for Memorial students to gain hands-on experience. Howe spent an entire semester walking to the CIC three times a week, where she developed and advanced a community-focused project designed to make a meaningful impact before she graduates. Howe also placed second in the recent annual High School Changemaker Challenge.

Her selected project focuses on launching a flag football program for children in the Evansville Promise Neighborhood. Flag football was intentionally chosen for its many benefits: it is affordable and accessible, provides excellent physical exercise, emphasizes safety, and is inclusive and co-ed, allowing kids of all genders and abilities to participate together.

"ChangeLab has meant the world to me. Being able to walk onto campus and work on a project that I'm passionate about and that will help the community is really powerful. Everyone at the CIC supports me in the biggest ways. You will never come across a more encouraging and genuine team of leaders that truly want to help you make a difference," said Lucy Howe, Memorial High School senior and ChangeLab participant. "I'm incredibly grateful to be given this opportunity to do real work in the community as a high school student, and even get class credit for it. This program has given me a new sense of purpose and confidence. Just because you're young doesn't mean you can't make a difference."

ChangeLab is the UE's flagship changemaking program, designed to support students as they turn ideas into action and address real-world challenges. With this expansion, motivated high school students can now earn college credit while still in high school by working on community-based changemaking projects.

"Lucy's work demonstrates what's possible when schools invest in students as creative problem solvers," said Erin Lewis, Executive Director of the Center for Innovation & Change. "For young people who want to make a difference, this is the best place in the nation. We hope other schools will explore this affordable way for young people to distinguish themselves and earn college credit early."

UE holds the distinction of being Indiana's only Ashoka Changemaker Campus, a global designation recognizing institutions committed to social innovation and changemaking. Through the Center for Innovation & Change, students collaborate with experienced coaches and community partners to drive meaningful impact.

"Partnering with the University of Evansville has brought new experiences to our students and better prepared them for college and beyond," said Aaron Schmitt, Principal of Reitz Memorial High School. "Being on campus for courses has helped to show our students the expectations and opportunities that a university has for them when they leave Memorial. Changelab, in particular, has allowed our students to pursue a passion that will affect change in the wider community. As a Holy Cross Catholic school, this fits directly in line with the mission that has been given to our staff and students - the competence to see, and the courage to act."

This first-of-its-kind partnership with Memorial High School creates a new pathway for high school students to engage in college-level, impact-driven learning all while strengthening the Evansville community.