The University of Evansville’s 168th Commencement Ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 9 to honor the Class of 2026. The ceremony will begin at 1:30 p.m. at Ford Center. No tickets are required. For those who cannot attend in-person, the ceremony will also be live streamed at evansville.edu/live/. This will also include closed captioning for those in need.

Full information is available at the Commencement Central webpage at evansville.edu/Commencement.

2026 Summer Hours

From Monday, May 11 through Friday, August 14, 2026, we’ll be shifting to a slightly sunnier schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

• Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Regular hours return Monday, August 17.

Juneteenth – Recognized as Federal Holiday for 2026

For the third year, all University offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.

July 4 Holiday

UE closed on Thursday, July 2 and Friday, July 3, in addition to the Fourth of July, which falls on a Saturday this year.

Join the University of Evansville community in supporting an inspiring student-led event created by Lillie Price, a B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science Pre-Professional major. Run with the Zebras is a 5K fundraiser benefiting the The Ehlers-Danlos Society and raising awareness for Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD).

This cause is deeply personal to Lillie, who has turned her own journey into a mission to educate others, support research, and build hope for those living with often unseen daily challenges such as chronic pain, fatigue, and joint instability.

Whether you choose to run, walk, volunteer, or simply attend, this event is a chance for the UE community to come together for a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun day on campus. The event will include youth races, a speaker presentation, the adult run/walk, prizes, music, and more.

Event Details
📍 University of Evansville
📅 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🚗 Free parking available

Support one of our own and help make a difference through awareness, advocacy, and community action.

Sign up for Run with the Zebras.

Please join the students and faculty of CHNG-310-04 Augmented and Virtual Reality, for their final presentation of AR and VR experiences. You will hear from the students about what went into creating these experiences, and you will get the chance to interact with scenarios built by students in Meta Quest 3s Headsets.

This AR/VR Presentation will take place in the John David Lutz Theatre Lab in Hyde Hall on Wednesday May 6th, 11AM

Hope to see you there!

On May 4th at 7:30, we will be presenting a concert of ALL ORIGINAL MUSIC composed by UE Students and Faculty.

This concert will be held in the John David Lutz Theatre Lab in Hyde Hall, and will utilize the Immersive Audio Environment installed by Jon Robertson.

Please join us and celebrate the talented composer community of UE!

Featured composers and singer/songwriters on this concert are:

• Tommy Housman
• Tomi Akinwande
• Kurt Sparks
• Mags Payne
• Nico Herbert
• Jon Robertson

With a band of talented UE Musicians:

• Jace Castaneda
• Kennedy Olson
• Micah Traweek
• Jonathan Hartard
• Tyler Guthrie
• Charles du Preez

On the night of a 21st birthday, a family gathers for dinner in a home where tension quietly lives beneath the surface. As the evening unfolds, small moments begin to reveal the pressures each person is carrying, turning a familiar celebration into something far more fragile.

The Switch is a character-driven short film that explores family, responsibility, and the unseen weight of everyday life. Set in a single location and unfolding in real time, the film focuses on performance, atmosphere, and emotional authenticity to capture a moment that feels both intimate and universal.

Written and directed by Tommy J Housman, the film was created as part of a 16-week student collaboration with his Video Production class and Jon Robertson’s Sound Reinforcement and Recording Class at the University of Evansville. Shot in one room over the course of a single day, produced in one semester The Switch uses a minimalist approach and guided improvisation to build a natural, lived-in dynamic between its characters.

Still looking for your community at UE?

If you are a first-gen student, income-eligible, or have a documented disability, you qualify for FREE academic coaching, tutoring, and career prep designed to help you soar. College is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. TRIO Student Support Services is here to make sure you never have to "figure it out" alone.

The Perks of Membership (All 100% FREE):

·       A Personal Coach: Someone in your corner for every academic hurdle.

·       The Inside Scoop: Graduate school prep and career networking.

·       VIP Access: Tutoring, enrichment experiences and trips, and a private study community.

Your future self will thank you. Apply today! www.evansville.edu/trio

Questions? triosss@evansville.edu

Don’t leave your success to chance. Join a community invested in you.

The library is offering to keep student/faculty plants alive over the summer if they cannot take them home. Contact Meg Atwater-Singer at ma35 for more information.

Office of Alumni and Engagement – Student Worker Position

Student workers in the Office of Alumni and Engagement are part of the Development and Alumni Relations team. They contribute fresh ideas, take responsibility for their work, and gain valuable real-world professional experience. The department is committed to supporting student growth and skill development.

Primary Duties Include:

• Typing, filing, copying, and organizing materials

• Preparing mailings and event materials

• Maintaining alumni database information, including email addresses, phone numbers, and event attendance

• Assisting with social media posts

• Answering phones and providing general office support

• Preparing name tags, labels, table tents, and event supplies

• Assisting at alumni events as needed

Skills Required:

• Strong attention to detail

• Professional manners and a good understanding of written and spoken English

• Basic typing skills

• Familiarity with social media posting

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word

• Dependability and initiative

• Interest in gaining more than a basic work experience

Please submit application for employment to Dina Willming dw285@evansville.edu.

In Episode 6, José Ocampo talks with Dr. Héctor Will Pinto about his journey from Honduras to becoming an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering at UE. Have a listen!

Celebrating Hispanic Voices – Apple Podcasts – Episode 6 – Season 3 – Dr. Héctor Will Pinto's Story

Celebrating Hispanic Voices – Spotify – Episode 6 – Season 3 – Dr. Héctor Will Pinto's Story

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

The Writing Center is currently accepting applications for writing consultant positions for Fall 2026. If you'd like to apply, please fill out the form linked here. Contact Kristina Groves at kg76@evansville.edu if you have any questions.

Employment/Job Application for the Writing Center – Fill out form

CT-101 is a relatively new course offering at UE. It is a great option for incoming freshman, or students looking for an elective in the creative and technology sector. This course is an overview of practices in Performing Arts, Live Entertainment, and Interactive Media. Contact Jon Robertson, jr462@evansville.edu with any questions.

Beginning Friday, May 1st, all official transcript requests will be held until final grades for the spring term have been verified. Unofficial transcripts will still be available through Self-Service.

Spring graduates should select “Hold for Degree" when ordering a transcript. Once final grades are verified and degrees are conferred, official transcript orders will be processed.

Summer session due dates:

Summer Session 1: May 1, 2026

Summer Session 2: June 1, 2026

Summer Session 3: July 1, 2026

Summer Session 4: May 1, 2026

For more information, please contact Student Financial Services at 812-488-2565

Family, friends and loved ones of the late Dr. Marvin E. Hartig are pleased to announce the application process for the Dr. Marvin E. Hartig Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is dedicated to the loving memory of Dr. Hartig, Dean of Evansville College’s Evening College in 1967, and administrator for the Center for Advanced Study, director of the Evansville chapter of the American Institute of Banking (AIB), and the international student advisor. In 1974, Dr. Hartig was appointed Dean of Academic Services. He retired in 1984 after serving his alma mater for thirty-five years and passed away in 2007.

This scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving sophomore student. Preference will be given to a student working while being enrolled as a full-time student. International students are encouraged to apply.

Eligible students for the 2026-2027 Hartig Memorial Scholarship will be sophomores in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Deadline: Please return all materials to the Office of Student Financial Services by May 4, 2026. The decision will be announced by May 25, 2026.

Questions: Amber Chandler, Administrative Assistant to the Office of Student Financial Services, at ac547@evansville.edu or 812-488-2364

Access the application and faculty recommendation information.

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.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Read Harder Challange.

The library is proud to announce that Izzy Beaty won the $50 gift card to Bluestocking Books!

Be on the lookout for next year's Read Harder Challenge announcements!

The Eykamp Center for Teaching Excellence (ECTE) offers certificates to faculty members who meet the requirement of engagement and participation in ECTE sponsored events. Congratulations to the faculty who earned a certificate or award for the 2025-2026 academic year by demonstrating dedication to teaching and learning!

New Faculty Engagement Certificate:

·      Erika Navarrete Anderson (Art)

·      Yishu Bai (Electrical Engineering)

·      Josh Baty (Biology)

·      Andy Hammond (Theatre)

·      Amanda Hooper (FYS)

·      Ian Kim (Neuroscience | Psychology)

·      Jesús Osorio Fuenmayor (Civil Engineering)

·      Holly Skillman( Psychology)

·      Madison Stout (Clinical Psychology)

·      Megan Whitmore (Nursing)

Teaching Development Certificate:

·      Alexa Ferguson (Center for Inclusive Excellence)

·      Max Flowers (Libraries)

·      Lisa Hale (Education)

·      Kristina Hochwender (English & Creative Writing)

·      Ying Ying Seah (Computer Science)

·      Jessica Snow (Health Sciences)

·      Sara Petrosillo (English & Creative Writing)

Outstanding New Faculty of the Year Award:

Jesús Osorio Fuenmayor (Civil Engineering)

Leadership in Teaching Excellence Award:

Sara Petrosillo (English & Creative Writing)

Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award:

Meg Atwater-Singer

Photo – left to right: Ian Kim, Andy Hammond, Erika Navarrete Anderson, Amanda Hooper, Josh Baty, and Jesús Osorio Fuenmayor

ECTE Team: Julie Merkle, Lorraine Jones, and Diana Rodríguez Quevedo

Last Friday at the Celebration of Teaching Reception, ECTE awarded Sara Petrosillo the Leadership in Teaching Excellence Award – 2025-206. Sara is an Associate Professor of English.

Congratulations, Sara, for your leadership and your contributions through creative and engaging teaching that inspires both students and colleagues!

ECTE Team: Julie Merkle, Lorraine Jones, and Diana Rodríguez Quevedo

Last Friday at the Celebration of Teaching Reception, ECTE awarded Jesús Osorio Fuenmayor the Outstanding New Faculty of the Year 2025-206. Jesús is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering.

Congratulations, Jesús, for a terrific first year as a full-time faculty member at UE!

ECTE Team: Julie Merkle, Lorraine Jones, and Diana Rodríguez Quevedo

Dr. Bruce Mabis, Dr. Amy McBride, Dr. Ken Steinsultz, Dr. Brian Swenty, and Dr. Ed Bujak were honored this past Sunday at the Faculty Retirement Tree Planting Ceremony and Reception.  The Paper Birch tree that was planted in their honor is located by the Koch Center front lawn closest to Clifford Memorial.  They each will leave with a great legacy of successful careers and excellent service to our institution.

Nursing Professor Paige Baumann successfully defended her dissertation on April 13, 2026. Her scholarly project, titled “A Tabletop Learning Program to Improve Debriefing-Related Self Efficacy in Nurses: A Scholarly Project Implementation,” reflects a significant contribution to nursing education and professional development. Dr. Angie Wooton, former University of Evansville nursing professor, served as both mentor and committee member for the project. Dr. Baumann is currently preparing a manuscript for publication based on this work.  Congratulations, Paige, on this outstanding achievement!

Please join us in congratulating the winners of The Howard S. Rosenblatt “Dean of Students Leadership Awards.”  These awards were presented at the 33rd Annual Leadership Awards Reception on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 hosted 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: Keith Gehlhausen

• Student Organization of the Year: Student Nurses Association of Peers (SNAP)

• Student Leader of the Year: Mia Melendez

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.

Congratulations to all of our winners, and thank you for your leadership at UE!

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Friday’s doubleheader saw Valparaiso defeat the University of Evansville softball team in a pair of games at Tri-State Orthopaedics Field at Cooper Stadium. UE dropped a 13-3 game to open the day before Valpo took game two by a final score of 7-1.

Game 1 – Valpo 13, UE 3

Helped by an 8-run fifth inning, Valparaiso took the opener by a final score of 13-3 in five innings.

Valparaiso opened the scoring with a single run in the top of the 2^nd. With one out, the Purple Aces rallied in the bottom of the frame. Jess Willsey, Ashtyn Holbrook, and Emma McDonald each singled to load the bases to bring Keghan Pye to the plate. On the 12^th pitch of her at-bat, Pye reached on an error that scored two runs. UE tacked on another run to take a 3-1 lead.

In the top of the fourth, the Beacons regained the lead with four runs on two hits to go up 5-3 before putting the finishing touches on the win with an 8-run fifth. The Beacons posted 13 runs on eight hits and nine walks.

Kate Ridgway took the loss allowing nine runs in four innings. Sydney McDermott threw the full five frames for Valpo giving up three runs on four hits. Four different players recorded hits for UE including Niki Bode, Willsey, Holbrook, and McDonald.

Game 2 – Valpo 7, UE 1

Valpo scored the first five runs of game two before finishing with a 7-1 victory. Just as they did in the opener, the Beacons jumped on top early as they scored twice in the top of the 1^st before adding two more in the top of the 2^nd.

Evansville had its first scoring chance in the bottom of the 3^rd when Emma McDonald and Keghan Pye led off with singles. Unfortunately, three quick outs ended the threat. After Valpo added a run in the top of the 4^th, the Aces got on the board with their first run of the game in the bottom of the 5^th. Brooke Voss’ triple to right field brought in McDonald who walked to lead off the inning.

The Beacons added two more scores in the top of the 7^th to finalize the 7-1 victory. Azalya Lopez picked up the win for VU allowing one run on five hits. Alexis Tucker was tagged with the loss allowing seven runs, three earned, in seven innings. UE had five hits in the game with Brooke Voss going 2-4.

Saturday’s series finale begins at 2 p.m. with Senior Day festivities set to begin roughly 20 minutes before the game.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The University of Evansville softball team has clinched a berth in the 2026 Missouri Valley Conference Championship. UE will be the #6 seed and face the third seed on Wednesday at 3:05 p.m. in Carbondale, Ill.

UE completed the regular season on Saturday with a 4-1 loss to Valparaiso at Tri-State Orthopaedics Field at Cooper Stadium. Valpo scored a single run in the top of the first to open the scoring. Taylor Howe doubled in the bottom of the first while Morgan Adams and Ashtyn Holbrook walked in the second, but the score remained 1-0 in favor of the Beacons.

Two more walks along with a Niki Bode single loaded the bases in the bottom of the third as the Aces continued to threaten before Valpo got out of each jam. In the top of the fourth, the Beacons broke through as a Cadan Brinkman bases-clearing double made it a 4-0 game.

Looking to make a late comeback, Evansville loaded the bases with one out in the 7^th. Singles by Bode and Maliyah Wilkins along a walk by Howe loaded the bases. Morgan Adams hit a sacrifice fly to score the first run for the Purple Aces, but an out at third base ended the game.

Kate Ridgway allowed four runs, only one earned, in four innings. Alexis Tucker threw the final three frames and allowed just two hits. UE had six hits in the game including a 2-4 effort by Niki Bode.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Prior to Friday’s opener against Valparaiso, University of Evansville senior Taylor Howe was presented with the Lois D. Patton Award.

The award is presented annually to the top female senior student-athlete at UE. Voted on by athletics staff and coaches, the award takes into account athletic accomplishment, academic achievement, and service to the campus and local community.

"Taylor is the epitome of what we hope our student athletes will be here at UE. She's an elite human being, talented softball player, and incredible student in the classroom,” UE head softball coach Bailey Dillender said. “It's been my privilege to be a small part of Taylor's journey at UE, she represents our entire community with Purple Pride."

Howe has been a 4-year starter with the program and is having her best season in 2026. She was a member of the MVC All-Defensive Team last season. She currently has a 3.806 GPA in communications.

The University of Evansville (UE) continues to strengthen its commitment to serving the region's Latino community through its Latino Community Outreach ChangeLab, a program dedicated to addressing critical needs in healthcare and education while fostering connection and trust.

Since its launch in fall 2020, the initiative has developed a range of programs designed to meet evolving community needs. Grounded in the philosophy of "building bridges, not walls," the outreach prioritizes culturally responsive care and community partnerships.

A recent highlight includes a collaborative mental health workshop for Latino adolescents and their families, hosted at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Evansville. The event was led by Assistant Professor of Spanish Dr. Cindy Crowe in partnership with Dr. Jennifer Braun, Director of the UE Emily M. Young Mental Health Clinic, and students from UE's Koch Family Doctor of Psychology Program. Working alongside Fr. Martin Estrada, the well-attended session focused on self-esteem and communication, offering resources in a welcoming and culturally affirming environment.

To further support access to care, the ChangeLab was awarded a $3,000 grant from the Rotary Club of Evansville to fund interpretation services at the clinic, helping ensure language is not a barrier to receiving mental health support. The initiative also contributes to advancing knowledge and awareness in the medical community. Presentations on Latino healthcare and mental health have been delivered at Deaconess Midtown Hospital, including sessions in fall 2025 and spring 2026.

"The University of Evansville continues to deepen its partnerships across the community while expanding access to culturally competent care and educational opportunity," said Dr. Cindy Crowe. "By working hand-in-hand with local organizations and healthcare providers, we are not only addressing immediate needs but also building sustainable pathways that empower individuals and families for the long term."