New Agreement Expands Educational Ties Between Indiana And Hungary
 New Agreement Expands Educational Ties Between Indiana And Hungary
Governor Eric J. Holcomb welcomed Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó to his office today to sign a cooperative agreement in support of a partnership between the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana and Pázmány Péter Catholic University in Budapest, Hungary.
“This new collaboration between Notre Dame and Pázmány Péter is one more way we’re connecting Indiana with the global economy and bringing the world back home to Indiana,†Gov. Holcomb said. “These are exactly the kinds of partnerships that will create more opportunities for business investment down the road.â€
This planned partnership between the two Catholic universities expands the informal relationship the institutions have had for several years. As part of their work, Notre Dame’s College of Engineering will help develop new technology faculty and Ph.D. programs in chemical and mechanical engineering at Pázmány Péter Catholic University in Budapest—while select courses from Pázmány Péter will be made available to students at Notre Dame.
The proposed educational partnership announced today builds upon work accomplished during Gov. Holcomb’s trade mission to Hungary in June 2017, where the governor and Minister Szijjártó committed to developing and strengthening economic cooperation in the areas of life sciences, water management, automotive, tourism and more.
The details of this cooperative agreement were finalized earlier this year, and the collaboration is expected to launch in 2019.
Gov. Holcomb and Minister Szijjártó sign a cooperative agreement in support of an educational partnership between Notre Dame and Pázmány Péter Catholic University.
Gov. Holcomb meets with Minister Szijjártó prior to signing the cooperative agreement.
Pictured left to right: Skip Clark III (Vice President of Business and Corporate Development, Allison Transmission), Ashley Eason (Vice President of Programs and Services, International Center), Ferenc Fiedler (Pázmány Péter Catholic University, Hungary), Teresa Lubbers (Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education), Péter Szijjártó (Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Hungary), Eric Holcomb (Governor of Indiana), Jim Schellinger (Indiana Secretary of Commerce), Gábor Csaba (Deputy State Secretary for European and American Affairs, Hungary), Dr. Mark McCready (Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research, Notre Dame), Doris Anne Sadler (President, World Trade Center Indianapolis), Zita Bensik (General Counsel to Minister Szijjártó, Hungary), István Pásztor (Chief Advisor to Minister Szijjártó, Hungary)
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Adopt A Pet
Tai is a female “torbie,†or brown tabby + tortoiseshell cat. She was surrendered with her sister Mai, who is already adopted. Tai is 1 ½ years old and is currently adoptable at River Kitty Cat Café & Wine Bar in downtown Evansville. She is part of the “Orange is the New Black†adoption special thru 7/21 and she can go home TODAY for only $20! She’s already spayed and up-to-date on shots. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for details!
Free Admission Thursday July 26
Since the Welborn Baptist Foundation Nature Playscape opened to the public on May 26, We have seen record-breaking visitor attendance. Over 9000 people have come to play in the 3-acre area since its opening. Due to the heavy crowds, upgrades needed to be done to the waterfall and creek.
Part of building this Nature Playscape was venturing into the world of the unknown. There is nothing like this in our area and not too many in the country. We surely did not expect that we would have 9000 people visit within the first few weeks! We also did not anticipate some of the ways that people would play in it. We want to make sure everything is safe and structurally sound in order to handle the crowds. We want everyone to have a safe and happy experience.
Phase 1 of these upgrades are now complete meaning that visitors can enjoy having a unique place to cool off while exploring the Nature Playscape. More phases of upgrades will be done in the future as the Nature Playscape grows.
The Nature Playscape will never be ‘complete.’ It will evolve just like nature itself evolves. We look forward adding new features and changing around our current ones. It makes it a unique experience every time you visit.
To thank the community for being so patience during the upgrades, we are offering free admission on Thursday, July 26. The Nature Playscape is open 9 am – 4 pm.
Ivy Tech to Hold 14th Annual CRUISE-IN
The public is invited to Ivy Tech Community College’s 14th Annual CRUISE-IN presented by Lucas Oil Center on Saturday, July 28 from 4 – 8 p.m. at the main campus in Evansville, 3501 N. First Avenue.
The annual event is free and open to the public, and typically attracts between 200-400 visitors. There will be live music by Cinco de Blues, food trucks, Lucas Oil race cars, family fun and a beer garden by Carson’s Brewery. In addition, tours of the Automotive Technology department and Welding laboratory will be offered.
Attendees can expect to see street rods, trucks, and other unique cars from around the Tri-State. Awards will be presented for Best Domestic Car, Best Import Car, and Best All-Around, People’s Choice, and Lucas Oil Big Kahuna Trophy. The event is coordinated by students in Ivy Tech’s popular Automotive Technology program, the Ivy Tech Foundation and Lucas Oil Center.
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JUST IN: Evansville Utility Board File Lawsuit Against The Owners Of the McCurdy For Delinquent Water Bill
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The Evansville Utility Board just filed a lawsuit against the owners of the McCurdy for delinquent water and sewer bills.
The lawsuit was filed in Vanderburgh Circuit Court today by the City of Evansville Water and Sewer Department. The lawsuit requesting that the courts foreclose on the three liens filed against the McCurdy in March, May, and June. 2018. The suit also claims that the owners of the McCurdy owe the City Water and Sewer Department around $861,938.
In a prepared statement sent to the City-County Observer 5th Ward City Council members Justin Elpers said; The Kunkle Group tried to cheat the system and got caught. The Kunkle Group is a ratepayer like everyone else and they should pay what is owed to the EWSU”!
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UE Athletics Coaches Caravan Heads to Henderson Wednesday
This evening, the 2018Â UE Athletics Coaches Caravan presented by German American Bank makes a stop at Mister B’s in Henderson. Evansville Men’s Basketball head coach Walter McCarty will be in attendance and will host a Q&A session for attendees. Each caravan has been a bit different as coach McCarty will talk and interact with fans before and after his Q&A session. We will try to accommodate your needs during this event as well. If you plan on attending tonight, if you could send me an email response just so we can plan in advance.
The caravan runs from 6 – 7:30 p.m. tonight Wednesday) at the Mister B’s in Henderson.
UE Athletics Coaches Caravan Heads to Henderson Wednesday