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JORDAN B. PETERSON BRINGS NEW INTERNATIONAL LECTURE TOUR TO EVANSVILLE THIS SPRING

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TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, AT 10 AM

 Evansville, IN- Old National Events Plaza and Live Nation are pleased to announce the Dr. Jordan B. Peterson: We Who Wrestle with God Tour will stop at the Aiken Theatre on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Fans can pick up tickets early starting Wednesday, October 23, by visiting the venue’s social media pages.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson is a best-selling author, clinical psychologist, prominent public intellectual and Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto. He has written three books, Maps of Meaning, an academic work, presenting a new scientifically grounded theory of religious and political belief, and the bestselling 12 Rules for Life and Beyond Order, which have sold over 14 million copies. His fourth book,We Who Wrestle with God, will release this November.

With his students and colleagues, Dr. Peterson has published more than a hundred scientific papers advancing the modern understanding of alcoholism, antisocial behavior, play, emotion, creativity, competence, and personality. He was nominated for five consecutive years as one of Ontario’s Best University Lecturers.

Several of Dr. Peterson’s online lectures, videos and interviews went viral, launching him into unprecedented international prominence as a public intellectual and educator. His YouTube channel has 7.5 million subscribers with 650 million views. Videos derived from his online content by others have been viewed over a billion times.

The Jordan B Peterson Podcast, with around 400 episodes, has attracted over 150 million downloads. Regularly ranking #1 in the Higher Education category on iTunes and Spotify, it has consistently been top five in the general Education category.

Dr. Peterson’s international lecture tour has sold out more than 400 venues, providing hundreds of thousands of people with live insight into the structure of mythology and narrative. The Beyond Order Tour and The 12 Rules for Life Tour have covered more than 303 cities, and drew over 850 thousand ticketed attendees across US, Canada, Australia, and Europe.

For twenty years, Peterson has taught some of the most highly regarded courses at Harvard and the University of Toronto, publishing over a hundred well-cited scientific papers with his students and co-authors. He has co-founded Peterson Academy, the world’s only online higher education platform, accessible internationally, with hand-selected professors from top universities around the world. There are over 30 thousand students enrolled since the beta launched publicly in September 2024.

For more information about Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, fans can visit jordanbpeterson.com.

Ticket Information:

 

What:                   Dr. Jordan B. Peterson: We Who Wrestle with God Tour

When:                  Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 7:30 PM

Where:                Old National Events Plaza | 715 Locust Street | Evansville, IN 47708

Tickets:                Tickets start at $45.00 plus applicable fees and tax.

Multiple VIP Packages are available for purchase.

Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com or the Old National Events Plaza Box

No. 6 Hoosiers Beat Notre Dame in Season Opener

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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – No. 6-ranked Indiana women’s swimming and diving took care of business in its season-opening win over Notre Dame Wednesday (Oct. 23), winning every event in the dual meet inside the Counsilman-Billingsley Aquatic Center.

Ten different Hoosiers were individual winners as IU outscored the Fighting Irish 167-134.

Sophomore transfer Miranda Grana starred in her Indiana debut, posting NCAA B cut times, unsuited, in each of her three individual victories: the 100-yard backstroke (51.62), 200-yard backstroke (1:52.81) and 100-yard butterfly (53.04). Her 100 back came in three hundredths of a second faster than her 2023 NCAA A final time, swimming for Texas A&M.

Indiana swept the springboard diving events, as sophomores Lily Witte and Ella Roselli won the 1-meter and 3-meter events, respectively. Senior Mariah Denigan won the distance freestyle swims in the 500 free (4:49.41) and 1,000 free (9:59.64) and classmate Brearna Crawford swept the breaststroke events.

TEAM SCORES

No. 6 Indiana 167, Notre Dame 134

HOOSIER WINNERS

Brearna Crawford – 200 medley relay (1:39.38), 100 breaststroke (1:02.27), 200 breaststroke (2:14.50)

Mariah Denigan – 1,000 freestyle (9:59.64), 500 freestyle (4:49.41)

Mya DeWitt – 400 freestyle relay (3:21.26)

Anna Freed – 200 IM (2:03.12)

Ching Hwee Gan – 200 freestyle (1:48.53)

Miranda Grana – 200 medley relay (1:39.38), 100 backstroke (51.62), 200 backstroke (1:52.81), 100 butterfly (53.04)

Kacey McKenna – 200 medley relay (1:39.38), 400 freestyle relay (3:21.26)

Kristina Paegle – 200 medley relay (1:39.38), 400 freestyle relay (3:21.26)

Anna Peplowski – 100 freestyle (49.55), 400 freestyle relay (3:21.26)

Ella Roselli – 3-meter (315.45)

Ava Whitaker – 200 butterfly (1:57.14)

Lily Witte – 1-meter (301.73)

Chiok Sze Yeo – 50 freestyle (22.87)

NCAA CUTS

A: N/A

B: Miranda Grana – 100 back (51.62), 200 back (1:52.81), 100 fly (53.04); Ava Whitaker – 200 fly (1:57.14)

NCAA ZONE QUALIFYING SCORES

1-meter: Skyler Liu (280.20), Ella Roselli (278.55), Lilly Witte (301.73)

3-meter: Mary Kate Cavanaugh (304.73), Skyler Liu (291.68), Ella Roselli (315.45), Lily Witte (294.83)

Kincaid Podcast: Governor’s Race is Closer Than Expected

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In this episode, Johnny talks about early voter turnout, the race for Indiana Governor may not be a sure thing, repairs at city Animal Control, and congrats to the winner of the Nut Club half-pot.

USI to hold Pre-Professional Medical Careers Showcase

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The University of Southern Indiana is holding a Pre-Professional Medical Careers Showcase for high school students on Saturday, November 2, giving students the opportunity to learn more about medical careers including doctors, dentists, pharmacists, physician assistants, optometrists, physical therapists and chiropractors. At the event, high school students will network with current medical professionals, discuss career paths with medical professionals and USI faculty, attend breakout sessions intended to assist students who are interested in medical careers in their preparation and meet current students who are pursuing medical careers.

Students who attend can also learn more about the pre-professional programs offered at USI including pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-chiropractic, pre-optometry, pre-physician assistant, pre-pharmacy and pre-physical therapy.

Below is the schedule of events for the showcase:

  • 12:30 p.m.: Check In
  • 12:30-1:15 p.m.: Networking Reception with Practicing Professionals and students currently in Professional School
  • 1:15-2:15 p.m.: Medical Professionals Panel
  • 2:30-4:00 p.m.: Breakout Sessions
  • 4:00-4:30 p.m.: Keynote with Dr. Maria Strobel, MD, MHA, Pediatrician at Vanderbilt’s VIP Children’s Clinic

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2024 Marine Corps Ball Tickets on Sale

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2024 Marine Corps Ball Tickets on Sale

Tickets are now on sale for the 249th Marine Birthday Ball presented by River Cities Detachment 1090 of the Marine Corps League.

The ball is on November 9th at Pine and Co. 15901 Old Petersburg Rd.

Tickets are $50 and can be purchased online.

Download the flyer here.

State Comptroller: Indiana continues to receive highest achievement for financial reporting for 31 years

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STATEHOUSE — The State of Indiana received the highest award for financial reporting for the 31st consecutive year from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), announced State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla today.  

GFOA awarded the Comptroller’s Office the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the state’s 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial report (ACFR). The ACFR is prepared annually by the State Comptroller and audited by the State Board of Accounts. 

“Indiana’s ACFR is tangible evidence of our state’s solid fiscal position and provides an accurate report of Hoosiers’ tax dollars at work,” said Comptroller Nieshalla. “I’m extremely proud of our accuracy in financial reporting – the consecutive years of accomplishment showcases our team’s talent and professionalism.” 

Indiana’s ACFR is one of the main components used by the nationally recognized statistical rating organizations to review and analyze the state’s financial condition and assign a credit rating.

Indiana is one of 14 states in the nation that has earned the highest credit rating of AAA by all three independent credit rating agencies.

“The higher a state’s credit rating, the lower the cost to repay its bonds,” said Comptroller Nieshalla. “For investors, high ratings are a clear indication that Indiana can meet its financial obligations to pay both interest and principal.”

In addition to the in-depth report accounts for all the state’s financial data, the ACFR also includes other demographic, economic and statistical information. 

Jasper Arts Receives Grant To Support In-School Artist Residencies

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Jasper, IN – [October 22] Jasper Community Arts is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $14,000 grant from the Dubois County Community Foundation through The Fund for Dubois County to support its in-school artist residency program. This funding will bring professional artists into schools throughout Dubois County, enriching the overall educational experience by integrating the arts into everyday learning.

The in-school artist residency program emphasizes the role of the arts in education, blending creative expression with traditional subjects. Students will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of artists from different disciplines, learning new perspectives, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving approaches that extend beyond the classroom. The program highlights the importance of the arts in fostering well-rounded, innovative thinkers.

“We are deeply grateful to the Dubois County Community Foundation for supporting this initiative,” said Kyle Rupert, Executive Director of Jasper Community Arts. “These artist residencies are about more than just arts education—they offer students a chance to experience the arts in ways that deepen their engagement with all aspects of learning. The program will have a lasting impact on their development as individuals and creative thinkers.”

The artist residency program is one of many initiatives Jasper Community Arts plans to offer in the coming months to enhance the educational environment and engage the community in the arts. From performances and exhibitions to workshops and special events, Jasper Community Arts is dedicated to making the arts a vibrant and accessible part of life in Dubois County.

UE Announces 2025 High School Changemaker Challenge

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EVANSVILLE, IND. (10/22/2024) The University of Evansville (UE) is excited to announce the upcoming High School Changemaker Challenge, made possible by Toyota Indiana. Any high school sophomore, junior, or senior is invited to participate for a chance to win a four-year scholarship, with a top prize of full tuition to the University of Evansville.

UE believes everyone can be a changemaker, and positive change doesn’t have to wait until college. The Changemaker Challenge, created by the University’s Center for Innovation & Change, encourages the younger generation to identify and solve challenges in the world through innovation and creativity. Students will share their innovative ideas (products, services, or programs) in a pitch competition, and scholarships will be awarded to first through third place. Once they enroll at UE to continue their education, students can continue designing and implementing their ideas in the University’s signature ChangeLab program to make a lasting difference.

Interested participants can attend an online information session on Friday, November 15. Video recordings describing students’ ideas must be submitted by December 13, and the top 20 finalists will be announced on the UE website on December 20.

The UE High School Changemaker Challenge takes place over two days and includes the Top 20 round, networking, micro-ChangeLab experiences focused on creativity and innovation, and the Championship Round and Awards Celebration, a catered event celebrating all the Top 20 teams.

The top 20 competition will be held on UE’s campus on January 24, 2025, after which the Top 6 teams will be selected to move on to the Championship Round. The Championship and Awards Celebration will take place on January 25, 2025.

The competition is open to any high school junior or senior, and they may compete individually or in teams of up to three. Home school and club entries (e.g. Scouts, Boys and Girls Club, 4-H) will also be eligible. To qualify for a scholarship, competitors must also attend the in-person competition on campus in Evansville, Indiana.

All ideas are welcome! Special bonus points may be available if your idea fits one of these four categories:

  • Increase girls’ access and exposure to science fields (e.g. a summer camp for girls interested in physics)
  • Address or mitigate climate change (e.g. decreasing air pollution, rooftop gardens)
  • Increase access to physical activity or health options (e.g. more dance classes or recess in schools, fitness trails, creative outdoor play options)
  • Provide creative ideas to improve quality of life in Evansville’s Promise Neighborhood

The winning students who choose UE as their college destination will receive the following scholarships*:

1st place: Full tuition

2nd place: $27,000 tuition

3rd place: $23,000 tuition