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6:30 p.m. Monday, February 19

Evansville native to share homelessness journey as part of annual Symposium

Evansville native Terri “Detroit” Hughes will share her remarkable journey from Skid Row to the movie screen during a public screening of the documentary film “Lost Angels: Skid Row is My Home” at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 19, in Carter Hall in the University Center at the University of Southern Indiana. This free, public event is associated with the Symposium on Homelessness, a student activity earlier in the day for which Hughes is the keynote speaker. Read More

6:30 p.m. Monday, February 19

Visiting artist to lecture on featured work at USI

The McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries will present two exhibits, IF/THEN: Sarah Martin and The Chair, writ small, through Monday, February 19.  Sarah Martin, University of Southern Indiana Art and Design Department visiting studio artist for spring 2018, will give a lecture on her work at 6:30 p.m. Monday, February 19 in Kleymeyer Hall in the Liberal Arts Center on the USI campus.  There will be a closing reception for both exhibitions and their artists immediately following the lecture in the McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries. Read More

10 a.m. Wednesday, February 21

Spring 2018 CareerLink Job Fair

The Spring 2018 CareerLink Job Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, February 21 in Carter Hall. The largest job fair hosted by USI, students will have the opportunity to meet and network with representatives from more than 80 local employers. More Information

6 p.m. Wednesday, February 21

Social activist Tia Oso to present 2018 Mandela Social Justice Day keynote address

Tia Oso, director of impact at Revolve Impact and a dynamic and experienced social justice leader, will present the keynote address for the University of Southern Indiana’s 2018 Nelson Mandela Social Justice Day at 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 21 in Carter Hall located in University Center West. Oso’s address, “Chaos or Community: The Persistent Question in Achieving Racial Progress and Human Rights,” is free and open to the public. The keynote address is the culmination of a full day of activities meant to raise dialogue at USI around current issues of human and civil rights, public service, and activism. This event is sponsored by the USI College of Liberal Arts, College of Nursing and Health Professions, Multicultural Center, Counseling Center and the Office of Housing and Residence Life. Read More

7 p.m. Thursday, February 22

2018 Communications Symposium to address terrorism and social media

The 2018 University of Southern Indiana Communications Symposium will feature “Responding to Terrorism in the Digital Age,” a presentation by Dr. Stephanie Madden, assistant professor of journalism and strategic media at the University of Memphis, at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 22 in University Center Room 2217. Madden’s presentation is free and open to the public. The USI Communications Symposium is a program of the USI College of Liberal Arts, Communications Department and the Scripps Howard Center for Media Studies. Read More

7 p.m. Thursday, February 22 and Friday, February 23

V-Day USI to mark 20th anniversary of The Vagina Monologues with benefit reading

The University of Southern Indiana Philosophy Club and V-Day USI will present a benefit reading of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 22 and Friday, February 23 in Forum III in the Wright Administration Building on the USI campus. Doors open at 6:40 p.m. and tickets may be purchased at the door for $8. Ninety percent of proceeds from the reading will be donated to Willow Tree of Posey County, working to help women and girls coping with sexual assault and domestic violence. The remaining 10 percent will go to the V-Day Rise 2018 Campaign. Read More

9 a.m. Friday, February 23

2018 USI High School Media Day

The USI Communications Department will host the annual High School Media Day on Friday, February 23. Area high school students and teachers will participate in breakout sessions with USI professors and journalists from the Evansville Courier and Press and the Shield, as well as participate in a newspaper and yearbook contest. This year’s keynote address, “The Dark Side of Social Media,” will be given by Dr. Stephanie Madden, assistant professor of journalism and strategic media at the University of Memphis. Read More

7 p.m. Friday, February 23

USI to conclude French film festival

The University of Southern Indiana’s College of Liberal Arts, World Languages and Cultures Department, and USI Society for Arts and Humanities will host the Tournées Film Festival, a French film festival concluding on Friday, February 23. The concluding film, April and the Extraordinary World, will be screened at 7 p.m. in Forum One. The film festival is free and open to the public. A discussion will follow the screening. More Information

 

YESTERYEAR: Columbia School BY Pat Sides

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Built in 1874-1875, Columbia School stood on the north side of Columbia Street near First Avenue for over a century.

It was one of the early neighborhood schools that had begun to crop up in Evansville in the decade after the Civil War. Jacobsville, just north of downtown, was one of the sections that experienced rapid growth, and Columbia was the second school to be erected in that area within three years.

The neighborhood continued to grow steadily, and this image of Columbia School shows three additions to the main building dating from 1895 to the early 1920s.

After the city adopted a plan to racially integrate schools, Columbia closed in 1978, five years after nearby Baker School closed; it was razed in the following year.

UE Alumni Association Awards Presented at Founders Day Luncheon

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The University of Evansville Alumni Association recently presented its Alumni Awards at UE’s annual Founders Day luncheon. The awards are given to alumni who have achieved personal success and contributed exceptional services to their community and to the University. This year’s recipients are David and Jennifer Pollock, Angela Easterday Stocklin, Sharon and Tom Kazee, and Richard Werking.

David and Jennifer Pollock received the UE’s Distinguished Alumni Award. The Pollocks are award winning scientists, medical researchers, and endowed chairs at the University of Alabama Birmingham. They have given over 20 UE undergraduate students the opportunity to explore biomedical research through summer internships and full-time employment. Jennifer earned a BS in biology from UE, MS in chemistry from the University of Cincinnati, and a PhD from the department of chemistry, biological division of the University of North Carolina. David majored in biology at UE and earned his PhD in physiology from the University of Cincinnati.

Angela Easterday Stocklin received the Young Alumna Award. She studied psychology at UE and earned a masters from Indiana State University in school psychology. She and her husband, Randy, started One Click, an online eyewear business, and her commitment to One Click, its values, and customers has resulted in a number of awards, including TechPoint’s MIRA Award for Excellence in New Media, Indiana Companies to Watch, and Indianapolis Business Journal’s list of Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Indiana. She served as an alumni mentor for the UE Connect program and is a member of the Harlaxton Society Board of Directors.

UE president Tom Kazee and his wife Sharon were recipients of the Samuel Orr Honorary Alumni Award. Under President Kazee’s leadership, UE implemented a facilities master plan including new student townhouses and renovations of academic buildings and added new academic programs, including a physician assistant master’s program. During his tenure, UE also expanded the Center for Career Development.

Sharon earned her PhD in educational administration from the University of South Carolina and was dean and vice president for arts and academics at the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities before coming to UE. She advocates for the arts and education through her involvement with Signature School, Evansville Philharmonic, and Evansville Public Art Commission. She serves on the University’s Art Collection Committee, Theatre Society Board, and executive committee of the President’s Club.

Richard Werking received the Edie Bates Volunteer Service Award. Werking is library director and emeritus professor of history at the US Naval Academy, He was the driving force behind establishing funds honoring three former professors at UE (then Evansville College). He established a scholarship at UE in memory of his parents, both of whom were EC faculty members. Under his leadership, the class of 1966 had one of the most successful reunions in recent UE history in terms of attendance and funds raised toward a class gift. He spearheaded efforts to have decades’ worth of UE yearbooks and student newspapers digitized and made available to all alumni.

House committee gives civil forfeiture bill unanimous support

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Olivia Covington for www.theindianalawyer.com

Indiana’s civil forfeiture reform legislation continues to breeze through the General Assembly, with the House Judiciary Committee offering the most recent unanimous vote in support of the bill on Monday.

So far, Senate Bill 99 has not received any votes in opposition and has not been amended. Born of the Interim Study Committee on Courts and the Judiciary, the reform legislation was drafted with the intent of creating stronger protections for property owners whose property is seized as part of a forfeiture action, said Sen. Rod Bray, the Martinsville Republican who authored the bill. Bray told representatives Monday that the additional due process protections included in his bill were added in response to the federal ruling in Leroy Washington v. Marion County Prosecutor, et al., 1:16-cv-02980.

Specifically, SB 99 would require a judge to find probable cause for a law enforcement seizure within seven days of the seizure taking place. The legislation also builds in hardship protections for so-called innocent owners, or people who loan their property to friends and family without knowing the property will be used for illegal activity.

Bray also pointed to a provision in his legislation that would require prosecutors and law enforcement entities to report the results of forfeiture actions to the Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council. The senator said this was perhaps the most important aspect of his legislation because right now, the state only has anecdotal evidence about how forfeiture actions are handled.

Representatives from IPAC, the Indiana Public Defender Commission and Indiana Attorney General’s Office spoke in favor of SB 99 during committee testimony on Monday, with all parties agreeing the bill is a step in the right direction for Indiana’s civil forfeiture framework. Local civil forfeiture attorneys also think the legislation resolves some of the state’s major forfeiture issues, though they say they still have lingering concerns.

Monday’s testimony was nearly identical to what was heard in the Senate Judiciary Committee last month, though representatives from the Institute for Justice did not return to testify before the House committee. The institute filed a lawsuit against Indiana’s civil forfeiture framework in 2016, and told the Senate committee the provisions in SB 99 are both impractical and unconstitutional.

Though the IJ did not speak at Monday’s committee meeting, their constitutional concerns were still discussed in reference to SB 99’s proposed disbursement of civil forfeiture proceeds. The bill provides a disbursement mechanism that begins with attorney fees and trickles down through prosecutors and law enforcements before depositing any remaining funds into the Common School Fund.

While Article 8, Section 2 of the Indiana Constitution, requires all forfeiture proceeds to be deposited into the Common School Fund, Bray noted there are conflicting views on what that constitutional provision means in practice. Rep. Jerry Torr, R-Carmel, pointed to 2011 Indiana Supreme Court opinion in Martin Serrano v. State of Indiana, et al., 02S03-1104-CV-241, in which former Chief Justice Randall Shepard noted the issue of whether forfeiture proceeds must go into the common school fund “is an unresolved question.”

Evansville Republican Thomas Washburne said the constitutionality of SB 99’s disbursement process will likely need future study, but said he didn’t think the issue should stop SB 99 from moving forward. Similarly, Indiana Attorney General Chief Deputy Aaron Negangard told the committee the AG’s office is not concerned with that portion of the bill.

SB 99 will now move to the full House for amendment and approval.

HEALTH CARE

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SOUTHWEST INDIANA CHAMBER PRESENTS THE ATHENA AWARD® LUNCHEON

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THE 2018 ATHENA AWARD® FINALISTS ARE:

  • Barb Daum – Director of Quality/Project Executive at Skanska
  • Danyelle Granger – Vice President, Diversity & Inclusion Director at Old National Bank
  • Beth McFadin Higgins – Attorney and partner at McFadin Higgins & Folz
  • Christine Keck – Director of Government Affairs for Vectren
  • Lynn Kyle – Executive Director of Lampion Center
  • Chris Ryan – CEO of The Women’s Hospital
  • Lisa Slade – President of AlphaGraphics
  • Amy Word Smith – Owner and Founder of Lamasco’s Bar & Grill and The Dapper Pig
  • Lori Sutton – Director, Diversity, Inclusion and Human Equity for Vectren
  • Stephanie Terry – Executive Director of the Children’s Museum of Evansville
  • Kendra Vanzo – Executive Vice President, Associate Engagement & Integration Officer at Old National Bank
  • Connie Wellmeyer – General Manager of Corporate Planning at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana

The recipient of the 2018 ATHENA Award® will be announced at the 27th annual ATHENA Award® Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 at Old National Events Plaza in Downtown Evansville.

Past award recipients include Jan Davies (2017), Sara Miller (2016), Parri Black (2015).
To view recipients prior to 2015, visit www.swinchamber.com/ATHENA.

About ATHENA International and the ATHENA Award® Program

Chicago-based ATHENA International is a nonprofit organization founded in 1982 by Martha Mertz. In addition to supporting,
developing, and honoring women leaders, the organization seeks to create balance in leadership worldwide and inspire women
to achieve their full potential. Since the program’s inception in 1982, nearly 6,000 leaders in more than 500 communities have
received the ATHENA Award®.

For more information about the Athena Award Luncheon, to purchase seats, or to inquire about

sponsorship opportunities, email Karen Robinson, events manager, krobinson@swinchamber.com or call 812-425-8147.

 

 

 

IMAGINE A WORLD WITHOUT VIOLENCE ART AND POETRY EVENT

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February is National Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month. Join the Albion Chapter of S.A.V.E. Promise (Students Against Violence Everywhere) and Penny Lane for the third annual “Imagine a World Without Violence”, an art contest and poetry event to showcase local teen art & poetry.

The art and poetry contest is for local youth ages 13-19 with the theme,

“Imagine a World Without Violence” with a sub-theme of Know your voice, Find your power. Submission deadline for art or poetry is on February 22nd. For more information on the contest, check out Albion Fellows Bacon Center’s Facebook page or website at www.albionfellowsbacon.org/events/

On February 24th from 2:00-4:00 p.m., we will have the art event to celebrate the contest artwork, hear from guest speakers, and host a poetry slam.

Teen dating violence is a problem of epidemic proportions in our country, our state and our community. Roughly 1.5 million high school boys and girls in the U.S. admit to being intentionally hit or physically harmed in the last year by someone they are romantically involved with. 11.3% of high school students in Indiana reported experiencing dating violence. Teens who suffer dating abuse are at high risk of having long-term consequences like alcoholism, eating disorders, promiscuity, thoughts of suicide, and violent behavior. Only 1/3 of the teens who were involved in an abusive relationship confided in someone about the violence.

Teen dating violence is a problem we can solve and community members can play an essential role. Please join the Albion Chapter of S.A.V.E Promise and Penny Lane on Saturday, February 24th at Penny Lane for IMAGINE A WORLD WITHOUT VIOLENCE.

Indiana State Police Seeks Recruits for 78th Recruit Academy

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The deadline for application to the 78th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy, 11:59 p.m., February 25th, 2018 is quickly approaching.

Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at http://www.in.gov/isp/2368.htm.  This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police.

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted for the 78th Recruit Academy.

Currently, the ISP Human Resources Division Employment Services Team has received over 1,000 incomplete applications. Applicants are encouraged to check their E-mail, specifically spam and junk folders, which may contain correspondence from the Indiana State Police.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications even though they may be waiting on supporting documents, birth certificate, transcripts, photo, etc., as these documents can be brought at a later date to their assigned Physically Ability Exam.

Basic Eligibility Requirements and consideration factors for an Indiana State Trooper:

1. Must be a United States citizen.

2. Must be at least 21 and less than 40 years of age when appointed as a police employee.     (Appointment date is December 13, 2018)

3. Must meet a minimum vision standard (corrected or uncorrected) of 20/50 acuity in each eye and 20/50 distant binocular acuity in both eyes.

4. Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile.

5. Must be willing, if appointed, to reside and serve anywhere within the State of Indiana as designated by the Superintendent.

6. Must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma or general equivalency diploma    (GED).

The starting salary for an Indiana State Police Department Recruit is $1,615.39 bi-weekly during the academy training.  At the completion of academy training, the starting salary is $48,000.00 a year.  Graduates of the 78th Recruit Academy are offered an excellent health care plan, which includes medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage for both current and retired employees, along with their families, until reaching age 65.  The Indiana State Police pension program provides a lifetime pension after 25 years of service.  Additionally, the Indiana State Police Department provides comprehensive disability coverage and a life insurance program.  Student loan forgiveness programs are being offered at this time through the following: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Interested applicants can obtain additional information about a career as an Indiana State Trooper by visiting http://www.in.gov/isp/3041.htm to find the recruiter assigned to your area.

Adopt A Pet

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Jerika is a 4-year-old female tortoiseshell cat. She is one of VHS’ longest resident cats because she spent Christmas in foster care with her kittens! They have all been adopted, so now it’s Momma’s turn. Jerika is a sweet and playful girl who will likely do well in any home. Her $40 adoption fee includes her spay, microchip, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!

Adopt A Pet

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Ziggy is a 2-year-old male American Staffordshire Terrier (“pit bull”) mix. He is a wonderful boy who loves everyone! He’s done well in his previous home with other dogs, cats, and kids of all ages. The VHS staff & volunteers often wonder why he’s still here. Just look at those snowflakes resting on his head during his Cardio for Canines walk last weekend! Ziggy’s adoption fee is $110 and includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more. Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for

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