Good morning!
Below is a list of events and activities happening in and around the USI community this week:
UPCOMING EVENTS
1-2:30 p.m. Monday, February 24
Spring USI Liberal Arts Faculty Colloquium Series to begin today
The USI College of Liberal Arts will host its first Faculty Colloquia presentation of the Spring Semester from 1-2:30 p.m. today, Monday, February 24, in Kleymeyer Hall (LA0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge.
1-2 p.m. Wednesday, February 26
USI welcomes Dr. Vesna Dimitrieska as Distinguished Scholar presenter
Every spring, the USI College of Liberal Arts engages a speaker for the Distinguished Scholars presentation aimed at drawing attention to one or more of the disciplines within the liberal arts. This year, the College will welcome Dr. Vesna Dimitrieska, Director of Global Education Initiatives at Indiana University, from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, February 26 in Kleymeyer Hall, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center, to present The Perils and Prospects of Bilingualism in the U.S.
Friday, February 28
USI to host Health Professions Day for high school students February 28
The USI Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions is hosting a Health Professions Day for high school juniors and seniors exploring careers in healthcare on Friday, February 28. The day will incorporate hands-on experiences within various health professions programs, as well as interaction with USI faculty and current students.
1-4 p.m. Friday, February 28
USI Art and Design Department hosts fourth annual Art and Design Career Day
The University’s Art and Design Department is excited to present the fourth annual Art and Design Career Day for 2025 from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, February 28 in Rice Library Room 0017. Hear from local designers about their experiences in the field and get tips from these professionals to put you ahead of the game.
SAVE THE DATE
March 7
Milestones to be celebrated at 23rd annual USI Spring Social Work Conference
This spring, the USI Social Work Department and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Indiana Chapter will host the 23rd annual Spring Social Work Conference. The conference will run from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Friday, March 7 in Carter Hall, located on the second floor of the University Center West. This year’s theme is Empowering Social Workers! Inspiring Action, Leading Change!
March 26
Pulitzer Prize-winning author to present at 10th annual USI Shaw Biology Lecture
USI will host its 10th annual Shaw Biology Lecture at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 26 in Carter Hall. A book signing will follow the lecture. The event is open to the public at no charge. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Rhodes will present a public lecture entitled Robert Oppenheimer: the man, the making of the atomic bomb, and the consequences.
April 23-25
USI Historic New Harmony Heritage Artisans Day returning April 23-25
The University is excited to announce Historic New Harmony’s annual Heritage Artisans Days, taking place Wednesday through Friday, April 23-25, in New Harmony, Indiana. This long-running event will feature artisans demonstrating 19th century trades and professions, offering a hands-on look at how craftspeople lived and worked in New Harmony during its early days.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Released Monday, February 17
USI to offer new MBA concentration in Artificial Intelligence
The USI Romain College of Business is expanding its Master of Business Administration (MBA) online program to include a concentration in Artificial Intelligence (AI) beginning in Fall 2025.
Released Monday, February 17
USI accepting applications for 2025 Summer Enrichment Camp
The University’s Summer Enrichment Camp (SEC) is again being offered to children entering kindergarten through grade six (based on the grade they will enter in Fall 2025). The camp will begin on June 2 and will run through July 25 with hours of 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Released Tuesday, February 18
USI nursing students partner with Public Safety to install Narcan box on campus
USI nursing students in the Population Focused Nursing Care class, taught by Dr. Ryan Butler, Associate Professor of Nursing, have partnered with USI Public Safety to bring a Narcan box to campus and educate the community on its use.
USI CALENDAR
A collection of events on campus and in the community can be found on the USI Events Calendar.
