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USI to host President, CEO for annual MLK, Jr. Memorial Celebration
The University of Southern Indiana will host a presentation by retired Major General Barrye L. Price, honoring the memory and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as part of its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration Luncheon at 11 a.m. Monday, January 15 in Carter Hall, located in University Center East. Doors will open at 10:15 a.m. The presentation is open to the public. Tickets are required to attend.
Price presently serves as the President and CEO of the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA). A 1985 distinguished military graduate of the University of Houston’s College of Business Administration, he also boasts an impressive military career. His extensive military service included a range of notable assignments, showcasing his leadership and strategic acumen. Price’s roles encompassed Executive Officer, Battalion Commander, and Deputy Commanding General, among others, with assignments spanning various locations such as Fort Polk, West Point and Washington, D.C.
Notably, he served on the President and First Lady’s Task Force on Raising Responsible and Resourceful Teenagers in 2000 and contributed to President Clinton’s Mississippi Delta Task Force from 1999-2000. Price is also a published author, with volumes examining urban unrest and federal intervention within the United States. His accolades and honors during his army career include the Army Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, two Legions of Merit and the Bronze Star Medal.
“As we celebrate the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it is befitting that we have Major General Barry L. Price as our keynote speaker,†says Dr. Pamela Hopson, Executive Director of the USI Multicultural Center. “Both leaders represent peace and inspiration. Regardless of the circumstances in their life, they have never given up.â€
Tickets are $35 for USI employees and students and $45 for the general public. They can be purchased on the USI Multicultural Center website. A ticket includes lunch.
Joe Wallace, CEO and CINO Of The Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP) Announced His Plans To Retire
Joe Wallace, CEO and CINO of the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP) announced his plans to retire in mid-2024.
Wallace has been mentoring individuals and businesses for more than 30 years. He joined CVEP in 2012 to serve entrepreneurs and start-ups in the Coachella Valley.
Wallace has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career for his contributions to CVEP and the Coachella Valley over the years.
“It has been a privilege and a joy to have served as the founding managing director of the iHubs in Palm Springs and Palm Desert,†said Joe Wallace. “As the longest serving CEO in CVEP’s history, I believe with the expansion of the CSU Palm Desert Campus and a regional focus on economic development, the future of the Coachella Valley is bright.â€
Wallace informed the CVEP board of directors Wednesday about his plan to retire in June 2024, giving the economic partnership a transition period and time to consider and select a new leader.
FOOTNOTE: Â Joe Wallace is a technology entrepreneur who came to the Coachella Valley to start the Palm Springs iHub. With degrees or credentials from Stanford, Harvard, Evansville, and MIT plus a dozen startups under his belt, Joe values common sense business solutions that are rooted in scientific analysis.
He chose engineering and entrepreneurship over his early goal of becoming a rock star. His first book is Living Outside the Box.
Joe was also the past Editor of the City-County Observer before he moved to Coachella Valley to start up the Palm Springs iHub.
 EXPLORE EVANSVILLE HONORED AS 2023 SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR
 EXPLORE EVANSVILLE HONORED AS 2023 SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR
Evansville, IN – December 11, 2023 – Explore Evansville, the official sales and marketing agency for tourism in Evansville and Vanderburgh County, Indiana has been recognized as the 2023 “Company Supplier of the Year†by the Indiana Society of Association Executives (ISAE). This is the second time in four years that the organization has received the prestigious award, having been previously honored in 2020.
One of the standout contributions that led to this recognition was Explore Evansville’s role in attracting ICON23 to Evansville, a convention that showcased the city’s vibrant culture and hospitality to association professionals. The event provided a unique opportunity for these professionals to experience firsthand what the community could offer to enhance their association’s meetings.
“We believe in the mission of ISAE, and we are committed to supporting association professionals in Indiana in every way possible,” said Megan  EXPLORE EVANSVILLE HONORED AS 2023 SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR Director of Sales at Explore Evansville. “We are deeply honored to receive the ‘Company Supplier of the Year’ award, and it is a testament to the importance of nurturing relationships that benefit both our city and the industry we serve.â€
Over the last decade, Explore Evansville has volunteered, promoted, and sponsored ISAE, helping to foster the growth and success of associations across Indiana, especially during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with the contributions and support of local hospitality partners, these efforts have helped to make Evansville an attractive destination for events and ensure that visitors return to explore the city further
About Explore Evansville (Evansville-Vanderburgh County Convention & Visitors Bureau)
Explore Evansville (ECVB) is a 501(c)(3) destination management organization that serves as the official sales and marketing agency for tourism in Evansville, Indiana and Vanderburgh County. Explore Evansville is dedicated to marketing and supporting local hotels and attractions and enhancing the area’s economy by selling the region as a premier destination for conventions, meetings, sports events, leisure, and business. Additionally, Explore Evansville operates the Evansville Sports Complex, a state-of-the-art, multi-use sports facility, home to Deaconess Sports Park and Goebel Soccer Complex.  For more information, visit exploreevansville.com.
This Week at USI
Below is a list of events and activities happening in and around the USI community this week:
UPCOMING EVENTS
Now through January 19
Fall 2023 Senior Art Show on display through new year
The USI Fall 2023 Senior Art Exhibition is on display in the Arts Center Monday, December 4 through Friday, January 19, 2024. For the first time, the exhibition will take over the public spaces of the Arts Center and transform the whole building into a gallery. Students exhibiting are seniors and will be showcasing the art they have worked on throughout their careers as artists/designers.
Saturday, December 16
USI to hold two Commencement Ceremonies to honor Fall Class of 2023
The University will host two Fall Commencement Ceremonies on Saturday, December 16 in the Screaming Eagles Arena.
The 10 a.m. The Commencement Ceremony will recognize graduates from the College of Nursing and Health Professions; the Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education; and the School of Graduate Studies. The 1 p.m. Commencement Ceremony will recognize graduates from the College of Liberal Arts; the Romain College of Business; and the School of Graduate Studies.
SAVE THE DATE
January 15
USI to host CADCA President, CEO for annual MLK, Jr. Memorial Celebration
The University will host a presentation by retired Major General Barrye L. Price, honoring the memory and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as part of its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration Luncheon at 11 a.m. Monday, January 15 in Carter Hall, located in University Center East.
January 26-27
USI to host inaugural opera, Ruth, on campus
The USI College of Liberal Arts, in collaboration with USI’s Dr. Philip H. Hagemann Performing Arts Department, Hagemann Rosenthal, the Pegasus Opera Company (London), the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus and the USI Foundation, will present an inaugural USI opera, Ruth, on Friday and Saturday, January 26-27, at the USI Performance Center.
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Tomancova earns first Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week honor
The graduate center had a career-high performance on both offense and defense
ST LOUIS – Graduate center Barbora Tomancova earned her first weekly honor as a member of the University of Evansville women’s basketball team.
After a career-high performance against IUPUI, Tomancova was named the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week by conference staff on Monday afternoon. In just under 32 minutes against the Jaguars, the graduate center scored a career-high 27 points while also grabbing another career-high in 19 rebounds.
Wednesday night’s performance was Tomancova’s first double-double of the season and the sixth of her career as a Purple Ace. The center’s stat line was the best individual game by a Valley player in over eight years. The last MVC player to put up at least 27 points and over 19 rebounds was Southern Illinois forward Dyana Pierre against Tennessee State in 2015. Tomancova is also the only MVC player to have a double-double with at least 27 points and 19 rebounds in a loss.
Along with having a performance the conference hasn’t seen in almost a decade, Tomancova had the second-best performance in the country on Wednesday, behind only 2022-23 National Player of the Year Caitlin Clark. Along with 27 points and 19 rebounds, Tomancova had a block and an assist on her stat line as well.
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OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA PRESENTS FAMILY FUN DAY
ACTIVITY WRISTBANDS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Evansville, IN – December 12, 2023 – The Old National Events Plaza is pleased to announce the first-ever Family Fun Day, on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Family Fun Day, presented in partnership with Legendary Inflatables and Rentals LLC, offers an array of indoor activities for guests to enjoy. The event features multiple inflatables, face painting, bracelet making and life-size games. Family Fun Day is the best way to play the winter blues away!
Plaza General Manager, Nick Wallace notes, “Our team strives to create memorable experiences for community members of all ages. This event is an exciting opportunity for families to get out of the house and do something active and engaging post-holidays. We are pleased to team up with partners like Legendary Inflatables and Rentals to provide awesome bounce houses and obstacle courses that will entertain kids and teens of all ages.”
A variety of food and beverage items will be available for purchase from Old National Events Plaza’s concession stand throughout the event. Entry admission is free for everyone. An activity wristband must be purchased for any guest two or older who plans to participate in games and activities. Wristbands are available for advance purchase atwww.oldnationaleventsplaza.
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When:Â Saturday, January 20, 2024, from Noon-5:00 PM
Where: Old National Events Plaza Exhibit Hall │ 715 Locust Street, Evansville, IN 47708
Tickets:Â Admission is free for all ages. Activity wristbands are $15 per person ages 2+ and allow guests to participate in all activities, games and crafts. Please note some inflatables may have additional height and/or age restrictions.
Tickets are available in advance at oldnationaleventsplaza.comÂ
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