Tuesday, February 22
Core Speakers Series to feature nationally recognized epidemiologist
The University of Southern Indiana will host Dr. Syra Madad, a nationally recognized leader and epidemiologist in public health and special preparedness and response, for the Core Speakers Series at 6 p.m. Tuesday, February 22 in the Screaming Eagles Arena.
Wednesday, February 23
USI to host IndyStar reporters who uncovered USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal
The University of Southern Indiana Department of Communications and College of Liberal Arts are hosting a moderated Q&A panel followed by an open Q&A session featuring investigative reporters Marisa Kwiatkowski and Tim Evans, the IndyStar reporters who exposed the USA Gymnastics sex abuse scandal, as guests for the 2022 Liberal Arts Distinguished Scholar Series.
Thursday, February 24
2022 Mandela Social Justice Day to feature author, musician Simon Tam
The University of Southern Indiana College of Liberal Arts Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Committee (LA EDIC) is partnering with the USI Nelson Mandela Social Justice Commemoration Committee to host a virtual event on Thursday, February 24.
Nominations due Friday, February 25
2022 M. Edward Jones Engagement Award now open for nominations
University of Southern Indiana Outreach and Engagement is now accepting nominations for the 2022 M. Edward Jones Engagement Award through Friday, February 25, 2022.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Released February 10
Tell City joins USI in network of dementia friendly communities
The University of Southern Indiana’s Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) has helped a fourth community in Indiana become a part of the Dementia Friendly America (DFA) network.
Released February 14
Johnson joins University Communications as Media Relations Specialist
Kaylee Johnson ‘20 M‘22 has joined the University of Southern Indiana as Media Relations Specialist in University Communications.
Released February 15
Tam selected as 2022 Trustees Distinguished Merit Award winner
Elissa Tam ‘22 of Fishers, Indiana, has been awarded the 2022 Trustees Distinguished Merit Award, which recognizes outstanding achievement not only in a student’s major, but also in the liberal arts and sciences that play a key role in core curriculum.
Released February 15
Historic New Harmony awarded nearly $100,000 through Lilly Endowment initiative
The University of Southern Indiana’s Historic New Harmony program has been awarded a planning grant of just under $100,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Religion and Cultural Institutions Initiative.
