4:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 25
Author to present on Appalachian community, fact and fiction
The University of Southern Indiana will host a presentation from Dr. Judith Hoover, professor emerita of communication at Western Kentucky University, at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 25 in the David L. Rice Library Reading Room. The presentation, titled “Beyond Monongah: When Fact and Fiction Combine,†is free and open to the public. Read More
7 p.m. Wednesday, October 25
Fall Shaw Lecture to highlight forensic artist
Joe Mullins, Washington-based forensic artist, will present a special fall installment of the University of Southern Indiana’s Marlene V. Shaw Biology Lecture Series at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 25 in Mitchell Auditorium located in the Health Professions Center on the USI campus. Mullins’ presentation, “Forensic Art: Where Art and Science Collide,†is free and open to the public. The Marlene V. Shaw Biology Lecture Series is funded through an endowment established by the USI Foundation. This event is being held in addition to the annual spring lecture. Read More
Registration opens at 8 a.m. Thursday, October 26
Nonprofit Excellence Symposium to feature keynote address, panel discussions
The University of Southern Indiana Master of Public Administration Program will host a Nonprofit Excellence Symposium on Thursday, October 26. The day-long event will feature sessions on fundraising and board management, and will be keynoted by Kevin Connelly, founding director of Louisville’s Center for Nonprofit Excellence. For more information, contact Dr. Matt Hanka, director of the MPA Program, at mjhanka@usi.edu or (812) 461-5204.
Noon Thursday, October 26
Romain College to host biometric research showcase
The University of Southern Indiana Romain College of Business will host a free showcase of the research and capabilities of its User Perception, Cognition and Interaction (UPCI) Lab at noon Thursday, October 26 in the Griffin Center Great Hall. Lunch will be provided, and the event is open to the public. The showcase will highlight the tools and research capabilities of the UPCI Lab, as well as a live demonstration and the opportunity for hands-on experience for attendees. Speakers will include Dr. Dinko BaÄić, assistant professor of computer information systems, and representatives from lab software vendor iMotions. Read More
Noon Friday, October 27
TEDxEvansville to be held in USI Performance Center
The 2017 TEDxEvansville event will be held at noon Friday, October 27 in the USI Performance Center. The event, themed Grow, will feature 11 speakers selected for their thought-provoking ideas and ability to convey their ideas in a moving way. Tickets are available online at TEDxEvansville.com. USI will also host a TEDxEvansville viewing party in University Center East 2217-2220. Read More
Exhibit open through Friday, October 27
New Harmony Gallery exhibition to present four depictions of hinterlands
The New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art opens its newest exhibition, Hinterlands, with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, September 16. The exhibition is free and open to the public from September 16 through October 27. This exhibition is possible through the generous support of the Efroymson Family Fund, the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. Read More
10 a.m. Saturday, October 28
USI, Burdette Park to “Celebrate the Trail†with rides, food
The University of Southern Indiana and Burdette Park invite the public to “Celebrate the Trail,†a bike ride and walk on the scenic USI-Burdette Trail, starting at 10 am.m Saturday, October 28. The celebration will include free lunch and giveaways. Beginning at noon, a free picnic lunch of bratwursts, hot dogs, chips, ice cream and drinks will be available at Burdette Park Shelter #18. Read More
Exhibition open through Sunday, October 29
USI to hold double exhibition of photographs, prints
The McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries at the University of Southern Indiana will present two exhibits simultaneously. A Time and A Place: the Photographs of Sonny Brown from the University Archives and Special Collections and Richard Hunt: American Sculptor will both open on Wednesday, September 20 and run through Sunday, October 29. Former USI art faculty member Kristen Wilkins will present a free public lecture on the exhibit, “The Artist in the Archive: A Love Letter to the Photographic Object†at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 21 in Kleymeyer Hall in the Liberal Arts Center. A public reception for the exhibit will follow the presentation in the McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries. Read More
6 p.m. Sunday, October 29
“Live at the Apollo” to feature student performers
The University of Southern Indiana Multicultural Center will host their annual Live at the Apollo event at 6 p.m. Sunday, October 29 in Carter Hall. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and the event is free and open to the public. USI students are encouraged to check in using their Eagle Access Cards. Read More
10:30 a.m. Monday, October 30
Indiana Supreme Court to hear oral arguments at USI
The Supreme Court will travel to Carter Hall at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville, to hear oral arguments in the case of B.A v. State of Indiana at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 30. Press interested in attending must contact Sarah Kidwell at sarah.kidwell@courts.in.gov by 12 p.m. Monday, October 23. The argument will be webcast live by the University of Southern Indiana and uploaded to the Court’s website in coming weeks. Read More
Saturday, November 4
16th Annual Norwegian Foot March set to host over 500 on USI campus
On Saturday, November 4, just one week before Veteran’s Day, over 500 participants will take on a University of Southern Indiana Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) tradition. The Norwegian Foot March will host cadets, military personnel, veterans and civilians who hope to finish the 18.6-mile race in under 4.5 hours. At 7:30 a.m., the start of the race will be marked by the firing of a U.S. Army howitzer. Proceeds from the Norwegian Foot March will benefit the participating students and cadets of the USI ROTC program. Read More
2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Monday, November 6
Dr. Bill Thomas’ ChangingAging Tour to visit USI
The University of Southern Indiana will host Dr. Bill Thomas’ ChangingAging Tour on Monday, November 6 at the USI Performance Center. The event will include two performances: Disrupt Dementia from 2:30 to 4 p.m., and Life’s Most Dangerous Game from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The performances are made possible by AARP Indiana, USI and the USI Foundation. Tickets can be purchased at https://changingaging.org/event/evansville-in/. Read More
Appointments accepted now for Monday, November 6 and Wednesday, November 8
USI Dental Hygiene Clinic to repeat free dental cleanings for veterans
The University of Southern Indiana Dental Hygiene Clinic will provide free dental cleaning, fluoride and X-rays for military veterans on November 6 and 8, 2017. In an attempt to serve more veterans, the USI Dental Hygiene Program will schedule appointments during both day and evening hours again this year. Read More
