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October Happenings All Over the State
This Week at USI: Fall Festival, the Atheneum turns 40 and we celebrate our faculty!
Monday, October 7 – Saturday, October 12
USI booths, participation in Fall Festival
As thousands of hungry visitors plan their stops along Evansville’s West Franklin Street during the 98th annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, USI students, employees, alumni and supporters are preparing to serve up steak sandwiches and strombolis, along with many other mouth-watering items. See USI food booth menus, events
Monday, October 7 and Tuesday, October 8
Fall Break
The University of Southern Indiana will be on Fall Break and hold no classes Monday, October 7 and Tuesday, October 8. University offices will remain open during this time. Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 9.
6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 10; 2 p.m. Friday, October 11
Historic New Harmony offers free public events to celebrate Atheneum’s 40th Anniversary
Historic New Harmony invites the public to attend two free events to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Atheneum, a masterpiece of modern architecture, in New Harmony, Indiana Thursday, October 10 and Friday, October 11. A town panel discussion and speaker series will highlight how the town of New Harmony and the Atheneum have been a role model for culture and architecture. Read More
Processional begins at 2:45 p.m. Friday, October 11
USI to honor achievements, present awards at annual Faculty Convocation
The University of Southern Indiana will hold its annual Faculty Convocation at 3 p.m. Friday, October 11 in Carter Hall located in University Center West on the USI campus. The event is free and open to the public as space is available, and all are invited to attend and honor the USI faculty with their presence. The Convocation, which was first held at USI in 2017, is a formal ceremony to highlight and celebrate the accomplishments of the USI faculty. Proceedings will include a keynote address from Dr. Katie Ehlman, professor of gerontology and the recognition of newly tenured and promoted faculty, emeriti faculty, faculty members who have completed their terminal degrees and those who have reached 25 years of service at the University. Read More
Processional begins at 2:45 p.m. Friday, October 11
2019 Berger Lecture presentation to cover “The Re/Evolution of the Black Arts Movementâ€
The University of Southern Indiana Psychology Department welcomes Ron Himes and Heather Beal as they present the 2019 Sydney Berger Lecture. Their lecture, “The Re/Evolution of the Black Arts Movement,†will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 16 in Mitchell Auditorium, located on the first floor of the Health Professions Center on the USI campus. This event is free and open to the public. “The Re/Evolution of the Black Arts Movement†will investigate the continued need for cultural institutions of color. Himes founded his own theatre company in 1976, during the height of the Black Arts Movement. Himes and Beal will ask and address the following question: do we still need a theatre company dedicated to blackness and why? Read More
On display through Friday, October 25
USI to exhibit woodwork of John McNaughton, art alumni
The University of Southern Indiana’s McCutchan Art Center and Pace Galleries will host two exhibitions of wooden sculptures and wood-media artwork through October 25, 2019. A free, public reception for the exhibitions will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 25. Still Kicking and Carving: John McNaughton features the work of nationally acclaimed artist and USI professor emeritus of art John McNaughton. The work in this exhibition is made up of meticulously fashioned, wooden sculptures and function objects, both big and small, with subject matter ranging from political commentary to personal struggles. Read More
A collection of events on campus and in the community sponsored by USI student organizations can be found on the USI events calendar by clicking here.
SAVE THE DATE
Registration closes Tuesday, October 15; Race is Saturday, November 2
Registration now open for the 18th annual Norwegian Foot March
The 18th annual Norwegian Foot March, an intense mental and physical challenge, will take participants 18.6 miles through the rolling hills of Evansville’s west side. Carrying a 25-pound rucksack, participants will begin and end on the USI campus, working to make it back to the finish line generally in under four and a half hours depending on age and gender. ROTC cadets, soldiers and veterans, as well as civilians, may register individually or as part of a four-member team. Registration can be completed online or by calling USI Outreach and Engagement at 812-464-1989. Early registration is recommended, as the event sells out quickly. ROTC cadets from any school can register for $25 and all other participants can register for $45. Registration will close on October 15 or when the event is full at 500 participants. More Information
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
Below are the felony cases to be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
Jennifer L. Martin: Theft (Level 6 Felony)
Jason Lee Mault: Resisting law enforcement (Level 6 Felony), Possession of paraphernalia (Class C misdemeanor)
Norris E. Lunsford: Theft (Level 6 Felony)
Sherri Lynn Ross: Battery against a public safety official (Level 6 Felony)
Tarsha Yovene Stone: Intimidation (Level 5 Felony)
Geonovan Marquis Bailey: Resisting law enforcement (Level 6 Felony), Operating a motor vehicle without ever receiving a license (Class C misdemeanor), Reckless driving (Class C misdemeanor)
Steven Reynolds: Unlawful possession of syringe (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor)
Susan Townsend: Theft (Level 6 Felony)
Dylan Ellison: Attempted murder (Level 1 Felony)
Alan Dwayne Vanbibber: Possession of methamphetamine (Level 6 Felony)
Art Accolades And Honors
Our gallery founder and resident artist, Mr. Billy Twymon II, was recently honored by the Evansville African American Museum and gave a gallery talk for visitors on the importance of African-American art and culture.
Mr. Twymon’s artwork is displayed and held within the museum’s collection. His critically acclaimed painting Kora, pictured below, can be seen in the museum’s main gallery.
USI SB 2019-20 NFCA Academic Recognition
Ten University of Southern Indiana Softball players were recognized by the National Fastpitch Coaches’ Association (NFCA) for their academic success in 2019-20.
The Screaming Eagles recognized with NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors for the 2019-20 academic year included pitcher Katie Back (Indianapolis, Indiana) catcher/infielder Lindsey Barr (Whitesville, Kentucky) pitcher Caitlyn Bradley (Forest, Indiana) utility player Mikaela Domico (Naperville, Illinois) infielder Claire Johnson (Pittsboro, Tennessee) pitcher Jennifer Leonhardt (Louisville, Kentucky) infielder Katherine Mueller (Evansville, Indiana) infielder Taylor Ricketts (Georgetown, Kentucky) outfielder Allison Schubert (Nicholasville, Kentucky) infielder Haley Shouse (Borden, Indiana).
A total of over 8,000 softball players across seven membership divisions earned NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors for the 2019-20 academic year with 8,161, a first in NFCA’s history. There were 1,769 NCAA Division II student athletes to earn the award, which goes to those earning at least a 3.5 grade point average.
USI was 35-21 overall and 19-7 in the GLVC a year ago as it captured at least a Division II Midwest Regional berth for the fifth straight season.
Downtown Celebration Week Starts Today
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs kicked off the second annual Downtown Development Week.
“Our downtowns are the heartbeats of our communities and a large part of our residents’ quality of life,†said Crouch. “A thriving downtown corridor is important to a community’s continued development, and we want to celebrate all of the amenities they have to offer.â€
Launched in 2018, Downtown Development Week is an opportunity for communities across the state to host events and activities within their downtown and commercial districts, spurring economic development and showcasing updates they have made to the downtown spaces. This year, Downtown Development Week runs Monday, October 7 through Saturday, October 12.
“Local economies grow when investments are made. People are drawn to local downtowns and are looking for opportunities to grow the sense of community while also having a little fun,†said Jodi Golden, Executive Director of OCRA. “I’m looking forward to visiting a few communities celebrating this week in unique ways.â€
More than 30 cities and towns have planned events to celebrate their downtowns through a variety of events and activities. Five of those communities were awarded with up to a $1,000 grant to help fund the planned activities. An online map is available for viewers to discover events happening in downtowns across the state. Follow all the celebrations with #IlovemyINdowntown.
ADOPT A PET
Libby is a female black & white cat! She was surrendered in June with her 1 kitten, who has now been adopted. They were just neighborhood strays that a friendly passerby wanted to rescue. Libby is a very spritely & friendly girl who is always greeting you loudly when you walk in the room! Her adoption fee is $40 and includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!
Gov. Holcomb Public Schedule for October 8
Below find Gov. Eric J. Holcomb’s public schedule for October 8, 2019.
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Tuesday, October 8: NBA All-Star Game 2021 Legacy Program Announcement
WHO:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Gov. Holcomb
Indianapolis Mayor Hogsett
Rick Fuson, President & COO, Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Tamika Catchings, VP, Indiana Fever Basketball Operations
WHAT:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â The governor will give remarks.
WHEN:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 2 p.m., Tuesday, October 8
WHERE:         Governor’s Basketball Court at Governor’s Meridian Street Residence
46 West 46th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(Use 46th Street entrance)