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3 p.m. Thursday, October 30

College of Liberal Arts Faculty Colloquium – Dr. Elvis Bendana

Dr. Elvis Bendana, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies, will present Singing Death: Revolutionary Song as Vernacular Warfare in the 1979 Nicaraguan Revolution at 3 p.m. Thursday, October 30 in Kleymeyer Hall, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center.

Saturday, November 1

USI offers new ways for health professionals to share research and best practices

The USI Center for Health Professions Lifelong learning is currently accepting abstracts in the areas of research, evidence-based practice and performance improvement in healthcare.

Tuesdays and Thursdays through December 4

USI DMS Program offers free pregnancy ultrasounds

The USI Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program is offering non-diagnostic ultrasounds to expectant mothers in their second or third trimester (18-34 weeks pregnant) on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons through December 4. Students will be practicing assigned images under the direction of experienced faculty members.

SAVE THE DATE

November 3-7

Annual Distance Learning Week to begin at USI November 3

USI Online and Adult Learning is hosting its second annual Distance Learning Week Monday through Friday, November 3-7. Presented in conjunction with the U.S. Distance Learning Association’s (USDLA) National Distance Week, this event promotes online and distance learning, exploring issues and trends in distance and online learning while highlighting best practices.

November 7

USI Psychology Department to host third annual Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference

The USI Psychology Department will host the third annual Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference (UPRC) at 1 p.m. Friday, November 7 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West. The event is open to the public at no charge, but registration is required. If you are not a presenter, mentor or moderator, register for the conference by completing this form before Monday, October 20.

November 15

Registration now open for the 21st annual USI Norwegian Foot March

A USI tradition is celebrating its 21st anniversary on Saturday, November 15. The 21st annual Norwegian Foot March, an intense mental and physical challenge, will take participants 18.6 miles (30 km) 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.

November 15

USI Ceramics Department to host Filling Empty Bowls for Veterans event at Barker Brewhouse

The University of Southern Indiana Ceramics Department will host the Filling Empty Bowls for Veterans event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 15 at Barker Brewhouse, located at 96 N Barker Ave. With a $20 donation, attendees will receive a USI ceramic made bowl (while supplies last) plus soup and bread from Mother Truckers food truck. The event is open to the public.

December 4-7

USI 54th annual Madrigal Feaste returns December 4-7

The USI Chamber Choir will host the 54th annual Madrigal Feaste Thursday through Sunday, December 4-7, in Carter Hall, located in University Center West on the USI campus. Performances will begin at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, December 4-6, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m., and the Sunday, December 7 matinee performance will begin at 1 p.m. with doors opening at 12:30 p.m.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Released Monday, October 20

LaGrange selected as Vice President for Government Affairs and General Counsel

Zach LaGrange has been named Vice President for Government Affairs and General Counsel at the University of Southern Indiana, effective Monday, October 27. LaGrange will report to Steven J. Bridges, USI President, and will serve as a member of the USI President’s Cabinet.

 

 

BURTON: “HOOSIERS NEED RELIEF AND SOLUTIONS, NOT POLITICAL THEATER”

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Burton reacts to Governor Braun calling a special session to redistrict Indiana’s Congressional maps

INDIANAPOLIS – State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) released the following statement today in response to Gov. Braun’s announcement of a special session:

“Once again, the Statehouse is putting politics before people. Instead of tackling the real problems facing Hoosiers, legislative leaders are racing to redraw political lines and score political points. Meanwhile, families are still struggling with rising utility costs, unaffordable child and health care, a broken DCS system, limited access to quality housing and the ongoing harm caused by Senate Enrolled Act 1.

“If we set the precedent of ignoring process and transparency when it comes to redistricting, what’s next?

“And while some are focused on reshaping maps, I can’t help but think about the questions I hear from people back home: ‘What about the cost of eggs?’ Hoosiers believed in a message that spoke to the reality of increased costs and the promise of relief. But instead of addressing those everyday struggles, I’m being asked to vote on redrawing Congressional maps mid-decade, before we even consider measures to provide relief to municipalities, lower energy costs, improve housing, expand child care access, fix health care, adequately fund public schools, guarantee school safety, or ensure our water is safe to drink.

“I wasn’t elected to engage in political theater. My neighbors in District 77 sent me here to deliver relief, answers and proactive legislation – not to waste time on partisan distractions.

“Now that a special session has been called, let’s use this opportunity to fix what’s broken – starting with SEA 1 – and refocus on the issues that actually impact Hoosiers’ daily lives. Our communities deserve leaders who prioritize solutions over self-interest.

“I’ll continue fighting for policies that make life in Indiana more affordable, stable and fair for working families.

“To continue this dialogue, I look forward to hearing from constituents at my upcoming Town Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. CST at the EPL McCollough Branch, where I will be joined by Former Indiana Senator and Former U.S. Ambassador to The Holy See, Joe Donnelly.”

INDIANA HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE FIRST FLU DEATH OF SEASON, URGE HOOSIERS TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT ILLNESS

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Purple Aces Welcome Roosevelt for Exhibition on Tuesday

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. –  The University of Evansville women’s basketball team is set to hit the court for the first time in 2025-26 on Tuesday, facing Roosevelt for an exhibition game at 6 PM at Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

Tuesday serves as the first look at the 2025-26 version of the Purple Aces, which features six returners and seven newcomers. All six of UE’s returners are sophomores, forming an exciting young core looking to build off a wealth of experience gained last season. 53% of UE’s points and 51% of minutes last season came from that group, consisting of Camryn Runner, Avery Kelley, Logan Luebbers Palmer, Kaiden Kreinhagen, Elle Snyder and Kylee Norkus.

Headlining the group of returners is reigning MVC Freshman of the Year Camryn Runner, who finished last season 10th in the nation in scoring by a freshman with 15.5 PPG. Runner finished last season with 497 points, while her 9 assists were the most by an Evansville freshman since Dakota Weatherford in 2013-14. Runner was one of the most prolific free throw shooters in the country last season, finishing fifth nationally in free throws made (200) and free throw attempts (243).

Evansville’s seven newcomers include:

  • #2 Georgia Ferguson – 6-3 – Freshman – Forward – Waterloo, Ontario
  • #4 Sydney Huber – 6-0 – Freshman – Guard – Cedar Rapids, Iowa
  • #5 Georgia Coz – 6-4 – Redshirt Sophomore – Forward – Ballarat, Australia (transfer from Eastern Illinois)
  • #21 BreAunna Ward – 5-10 – Freshman – Guard – St. Louis, Mo.
  • #22 Mireia Mustaros – 6-1 – Junior – Forward – Barcelona, Spain (transfer from Odessa College)
  • #23 Daniela Llavero – 5-5 – Freshman – Guard – Malaga, Spain
  • #31 Jelena Savic – 5-11 – Freshman – Guard/Forward – Melbourne, Australia
Roosevelt enters the 2025-26 season after going 12-15 a year ago, including a 10-10 record in GLIAC (NCAA Division II) play. The Lakers played an exhibition against the Purple Aces at Meeks Family Fieldhouse in 2022-23, a game that Evansville won 101-57.

Purple Aces Head Coach Robyn Scherr served as Roosevelt’s head coach from 2009-2015. Under her tutelage, the Lakers won the CCAC regular season and tournament titles in 2012-13 and reached the NAIA Division II Sweet Sixteen, a season in which Scherr earned CCAC Coach of the Year and WBCA Region 4 Coach of the Year honors. During her time at Roosevelt, Scherr oversaw the development of two NAIA All-Americans.

Fueling & Funding Education

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JASPER, Ind. – The Vincennes University Jasper Foundation Scholastic Excellence Award reflects VUJ’s continued dedication to providing high school graduates with access to quality higher education.

This one-year, full-tuition scholarship is designed to support Indiana high school graduates from Dubois, Crawford, Orange, Perry, Harrison, Martin, and Spencer counties who choose to attend VU Jasper. Along

with full tuition coverage, the award also provides a $500 book stipend each semester and a new laptop computer, equipping students with essential tools for academic success.

The Vincennes University Jasper Foundation received nearly $46,000 from the Jasper Strassenfest Committee on October 2, 2025. This contribution stems from the 2025 Strassenfest. Dan Fritch, Vincennes University Jasper Foundation President, expressed his gratitude, stating: “The

Vincennes University Jasper Foundation and the Jasper Strassenfest proudly partner each year on the annual Half Pot event. By working together, we raise scholarship funds that benefit local students, creating opportunities for their education and future success.”

From the proceeds, $45,548.62 was allocated to the Vincennes University Jasper Foundation to support and help students begin their college education at VU Jasper without the burden of out-of-pocket costs or student loans. Thanks to this year’s contribution, the Foundation will already be able to offer 8 to 10 local students this award.

The Jasper Strassenfest Committee also announced that the remaining funds will be used to support participating nonprofit organizations in times of emergency and to build a strong financial foundation for the continued growth of Strassenfest and the Jasper community. As part of the Half Pot event, the lucky winning ticket—held by a married couple from Jasper—secured a prize of just over $77,000.

Note: In the picture above from left to right is Corie Eckerle (Strassenfest Chairperson), Gary Schnell (VU Jasper Foundation Board Member), Austin Welp (Assistant Director of Special Projects/VUJ

Advancement and Strassenfest Half Pot Chairperson), Adam Watkins (Assistant Vice President and Dean), and Kim Lottes (VU Jasper Foundation Board Member)

USI Ceramics Department to host Empty Bowls for Veterans event at Barker Brewhouse

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The University of Southern Indiana Ceramics Department will host the Filling Empty Bowls for Veterans event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 15 at Barker Brewhouse, located at 96 N Barker Ave. With a $20 donation, attendees will receive a USI ceramic made bowl (while supplies last) plus soup and bread from Mother Truckers food truck. The event is open to the public.

Alisa Holen (AL), Professor of Ceramics, has been creating bowls for the event alongside community members and students. “My favorite part of this event is having the faculty and staff come in and having my students teach them how to throw bowls,” Holen says. “It’s fun to see the tables turn when my students teach and the thrill in their eyes when it all works! Then, when people come to the event and see their bowl (formerly a lump of mud) trimmed, glazed, beautiful and functional, it is a beautiful thing.”

The bowls will be used by Empty Bowls Evansville to raise funds to assist with food relief for Evansville’s undernourished veterans. Empty Bowls is a national non-profit that lends its name to organizations that raise money to feed the hungry by making and selling ceramic bowls. Recently, the group raised $8,000 for the Evansville Veterans. Proceeds from this year’s fundraiser will go to the Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP).

Come early to ensure you get a bowl. The last time the event was hosted, the bowls sold out in 45 minutes.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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Booked Last 24 Hours-Public

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

Warrant Issued For Suspect In Officer-Involved Shooting Following Separate Shots Fired Incident

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Warrant Issued For Suspect In Officer-Involved Shooting Following Separate Shots Fired Incident

An arrest warrant has been issued for Jailani D Chew (18) in reference to a shots fired run on 9/19/2025. Officers were originally dispatched to the 700 block of E Chandler Ave in reference to shots being fired in the area. When officers arrived, numerous shell casings were located in the area. These casings were collected and submitted for testing.

On 9/21/2025 Chew shot an EPD officer after fleeing a car stop. The firearm Chew used was recovered at the scene and ballistic testing determined the same firearm was used during both incidents. Chew is already in custody and the warrant will be served at the Vanderburgh County jail.

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