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University of Evansville Achieves Record Enrollment Growth

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EVANSVILLE, IND. (09/22/2023) At a time when universities across the nation are experiencing enrollment declines and students are increasingly questioning the value of a college degree, more students have chosen to place their bet on the value of a University of Evansville degree. Based on fall census data, the University of Evansville has witnessed substantial growth in both undergraduate and graduate enrollment.

The size of the incoming freshman class grew 23 percent year over year and on the heels of 15 percent growth last year, making it the largest freshman class since 2018 and the largest single year of growth in over a decade. Students who have elected to make UE their educational home hail from 28 states, 26 countries, and all continents except for Antarctica.

The incoming freshman class is remarkably diverse based upon a variety of measures. The number of international freshmen is nearly triple that of last year, representing 12 percent of the total freshman class. Students at UE come from all socioeconomic backgrounds, with over 30 percent of the incoming freshmen qualifying for Federal Pell grants. Approximately 1 in 6 students qualified for UE’s Aces Opportunity Grant, allowing them to attend UE without paying any tuition out of pocket. Students from underrepresented populations make up 21 percent of the class.

“We are bucking the national and regional trends in higher education thanks to our significant investments in new facilities and programs,” said UE President Pietruszkiewicz. “Our efforts to address affordability and access through generous scholarships are helping to attract a wide range of talented students.”

The academic caliber of the freshman class is exceptionally strong. One out of every 8 students is a valedictorian, a Lilly Scholar, or a College Board National Recognition Scholar. More than 36 percent have a weighted GPA of 4.0 or higher or an ACT score of at least 27.

The number of students transferring to UE is also on the rise, with year over year growth of 21 percent. Transfer students come from 2-year and 4-year institutions from Florida to Oregon in the U.S. and from six countries including Spain, Latvia, Indonesia, China, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

With the introduction of new graduate programs such as the Master of Science in Education and the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, UE has experienced 76 percent growth in the number of entering graduate students and 23 percent growth in the total graduate student population.

“We are delighted to see students recognizing that we are a community that deeply cares about them as individuals,” said Dr. Jill Griffin, Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing. “Every day we pour out our heart and soul to empower them for a successful career and a life of meaning.”

The University of Evansville is a private, comprehensive university located in the southwestern region of Indiana. Established in 1854, UE is recognized across the globe for its rich tradition of innovative, academic excellence and vibrant campus community of changemakers.

USI to welcome IU Associate Professor for artist talk September 28

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The University of Southern Indiana will welcome Brian Harper, artist and IU Associate Professor of Fine Arts, to campus Thursday, September 28. He will be speaking on his exhibition on display in the MAC/Pace Galleries, Precarious Change, at 3 p.m. in Kleymeyer Hall, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge.

Harper holds a bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University and two master’s degrees from the University of Iowa. His work has been exhibited in over 100 national and international exhibitions, including seven solo exhibitions.

In addition to his studio practice, he is the Founder and Executive Director of Artaxis Organization Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization with over 900 members in over 50 countries worldwide. He was awarded tenure and promotion to Associate Professor at IU Southeast in 2014 and has been the recipient of two IU Trustees Teaching Awards, as well as four summer faculty fellowships to pursue his creative research.

A reception will be held after the speaking event at 4:30 p.m. in the MAC/Pace Galleries. Precarious Change, Jamaal Barber: Where Angels Go, and Multiformity: The Art of Leonard Baskin are on display simultaneously in the MAC/Pace Galleries through October 13.

City of Evansville Celebrates Storm Water Coordinator’s Achievement

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(September 21, 2023) — The City of Evansville is thrilled to announce that our Storm Water Coordinator, Karan Barnhill, has been honored with the 2023 Indiana Association for Floodplain and Stormwater Management (INAFSM) Excellence in Stormwater Management Award. This accolade was presented to Barnhill at the INAFSM Annual Conference held in Florence, Indiana.

Established in 1997, the Excellence in Stormwater Management Award is a testament to those who showcase an unwavering dedication to stormwater management. Recognizing either an exemplary program or a noteworthy individual, this award is conferred upon those affiliated with the state or local government who have steadfastly demonstrated leadership in stormwater management. Recipients of this honor embody INAFSM’s vision of fostering sound water resources management within the State of Indiana.

Barnhill’s approach to stormwater management was particularly highlighted during her nomination. She was lauded for her efforts in forging collaborations with neighboring towns, cities, and local universities. This partnership created a platform where ideas and assistance could be mutually exchanged.

“I am genuinely humbled by this recognition,” said Barnhill. “Working efficiently as a one-person department for years, my goal has always been to serve our community to the best of my ability. To be recognized for these efforts is gratifying.”

About City of Evansville Storm Water Management

The City of Evansville operates a robust stormwater management program, underlining its commitment to the protection and betterment of local water resources. The program is designed to mitigate the environmental and health effects of storm water runoff.

Photos from the award presentation:  City of Evansville Celebrates Storm Water Coordinator’s Achievement

 

MVC slate opens on Friday for UE Volleyball

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Aces travel to Murray State and Belmont

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Missouri Valley Conference play opens this weekend with the University of Evansville volleyball team traveling to Murray State and Belmont.  Friday’s match against the Racers is set for a 6 p.m. start while the Purple Aces’ contest in Nashville versus the Bruins is set for 5 p.m. on Saturday; ESPN+ will carry both contests.

Top 5 in the NCAA

– Giulia Cardona continues to rank in the top five nationally in multiple offensive categories

– With 6.14 points per set, Cardona is best in the nation while her 13.75 attacks/set is second and her average of 5.25 kills/game ranks third in the NCAA

– In the final two matches of the DePaul Invitational, Cardona averaged 6.7 kills per frame as she recorded 24 against Northern Illinois and 23 versus DePaul

– One of the top servers in the nation, Cardona paces the MVC and is 13th in the NCAA with 0.61 aces per frame

Last Time Out

– Facing nationally ranked Tennessee last Friday, the Aces put forth a strong effort before dropping the match by a 3-0 final

– Evansville held a late 22-18 lead in the third set before a huge run by the Volunteers helped them clinch the match

– Melanie Feliciano had 10 kills in the contest while Giulia Cardona picked up 8 kills and 8 digs; Kora Ruff finished with 27 assists

Back to Form

– Melanie Feliciano put together her best weekend of the season at the DePaul Invitational

– Against DePaul, Feliciano set her season high with 22 kills and has at least 9 kills in 9 of Evansville’s 10 matches while ranking 7th in the MVC with 3.56 kills per set

– Defensively, Feliciano has chipped in 11 digs in four of the last six matches; her average of 2.69 per set is second on the team

Still Going Strong

– Kora Ruff briefly held the conference assist lead and enters the league slate ranked third with 10.77 helpers per game

– That average puts her 17th nationally

– Her serving has also been an asset to the Aces – with 0.40 aces per set, she is 5th in the Valley

– In the final two contests of the DePaul Invitational, Ruff averaged an unreal 14.57 assists including a season-high of 54 against Northern Illinois

– On the defensive side, Ruff set a new career mark with 18 digs against North Alabama and is 19th in the league with 2.63 per set

Scouting the Opposition

– Murray State enters Friday’s league opener with a 6-3 record

– They wrapped up last weekend with a 3-0 sweep over Georgia State after falling to Eastern Kentucky and Chattanooga in the first two matches of the weekend

– Dahlia Miller is one of the top defensive players in the MVC, pacing the league with 5.80 digs per set

– Standing at 6-8, Belmont dropped a 3-0 match to Lipscomb on Tuesday, ending a 2-match win streak

– Ally Peterson leads the way with 2.51 kills per set

Handcrafted in Northeast Indiana: Fox Products creates instruments used around the world

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Lauren Caggiano, Input Fort Wayne

In an age when automation is becoming the norm, one Northeast Indiana musical instrument manufacturer has found a way to seamlessly blend technology with artistry. Fox Products in South Whitley employs a team of skilled professionals who make double-reed instruments — oboes, English horns, bassoons and contrabassoons.

A town with a population of only about 1,700 might seem like an unlikely location for such a venture, but as Marketing Director Stephanie Patterson explains, the company has deep roots and a longstanding commitment to the local economy.

“The reason that we are located (there) is that the founder of the company, Hugo Fox, played with the Chicago Symphony,” she says. “He retired in 1949 and he had this dream of making instruments in America because no one was at all at that point. “

USI grabs a point with scoreless draw in OVC opener

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – University of Southern Indiana Women’s Soccer went on the road and grabbed a point in a scoreless draw against the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to begin the Ohio Valley Conference season on Thursday night.
 
With the 0-0 tie, Southern Indiana extended its unbeaten streak to four games after the third straight tie for the Screaming Eagles. USI moved its overall record to 1-5-4 while starting 0-0-1 in OVC play. Little Rock moved to 3-2-5 on the season and 0-1-1 in conference action.
 
In Thursday’s match, shots on goal were at a premium, as both defenses played well. The possession battle went back-and-forth with neither side able to gain consistent control. Early in the first half, Little Rock pushed forward into the attacking third, but Southern Indiana’s defense halted any advancement. Little Rock had a shot on goal in the 25th minute, but the attempt was an easy save for USI’s redshirt freshman goalkeeper Anna Markland (Hoover, Alabama). The battle for possession in the midfield led to a scoreless first half.
 
The flow of the match did not swing too much after the intermission, but the Screaming Eagles recorded their first shot of the contest in the 52nd minute from senior midfielder Avery Schone (Galena, Ohio). Markland gloved her second save of the game on a high-centered shot in the 62nd minute. Midway into the second half, sophomore midfielder Peyton Murphy (Bargersville, Indiana) fired away a pair of shots, but both were blocked by the Trojans. In the final three minutes, the Eagles had a pair of chances that threatened the goal. Following a long throw-in, senior midfielder Paige Vanek (St. Charles, Missouri) headed the ball on the backend, but Little Rock’s keeper saved it. With less than 30 seconds remaining, sophomore midfielder Emma Thurston (Leawood, Kansas) whipped a shot toward goal that was also saved, keeping the match scoreless.
 
Both teams tallied five shots and two on goal apiece. Markland made two saves for USI, while Little Rock split halves in goal between graduate Marie Cimatti and sophomore Peyton Urban. Urban made both saves for Little Rock. For USI, Vanek and Thurston registered the shots on goal for the Eagles. Murphy led Southern Indiana with her two shot attempts. USI’s defensive unit was solid once again, as Markland, sophomore Charli Grafton (Sunriver, Oregon), sophomore Abby Rhoutsong (Newburgh, Indiana), and senior Alexis Schone (Galena, Ohio) played all 90 minutes. Freshman Kamryn Bea (O’Fallon, Missouri) played 83 minutes in a strong start along USI’s backline.
 
USI continues the OVC road swing at Tennessee Tech University on Sunday at 1 p.m. Sunday’s contest can be seen with a subscription to ESPN+. Additional coverage links are on the USI Women’s Soccer schedule page on usiscreamingeagles.com.

DEACONESS SPORTS PARK TO HOST THE 24th ANNUAL JACK KOHLMEYER FALL CLASSIC

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Evansville, Indiana – September 21, 2023 – Evansville’s River City Racing Club announces the 24th Annual Jack Kohlmeyer Fall Classic, featuring 67 drivers with over 185 radio-controlled racing boats across gas, nitro and electric divisions. The event will take place at Deaconess Sports Park on Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24, starting at 8:00 AM each day.
The 24th Annual Jack Kohlmeyer Fall Classic promises to be an action-packed race.  New to the event this year will be Hopp Racing’s Hydroplane Racing Simulator which allows fans the experience of driving a hydroplane.  The cost for the simulator is $5.00 for five minutes.  For more information, visit www.facebook.com/Hydrosimulator/.
For more information about the 24th Annual Jack Kohlmeyer Fall Classic,  please visit the River City Racing Club website at www.rivercityracingclub.com.
What: River City Racing Club 24th Annual Jack Kohlmeyer Fall Classic
When: Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24, starting at 8:00 AM each day
Where: Deaconess Sports Park Pond (4300 Heckel Road, Evansville, IN 47725)
Admission Information: Free to the public, please note that seating will not be provided, so spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets for comfort.  Concessions will be available for purchase.

Frontier League Awards Membership to New England

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The Frontier League announced today that its Board of Directors has issued membership
for a new team that will play at Campanelli Stadium in Brockton, Massachusetts beginning
with the upcoming 2024 season. This continued growth of the Frontier League is
especially noteworthy as it creates the league’s first team to play in New England. The
New England club will play in the Eastern Division of the Frontier League beginning with
the upcoming 2024 season and will bring the total number of permanent members of the
league to sixteen teams.

The New England expansion team is owned by Brian Kahn, who also holds ownership ofthe Windy City ThunderBolts within the Frontier League. Windy City hosted the 2023 All-
Star Game and was recently recognized as the Frontier League’s Organization of the Year.Under Mr. Kahn’s leadership, the New England organization will be similarly steadfast in its mission to offer baseball as an affordable and enriching family entertainment
experience. This commitment extends to enhancing community engagement, providing
exceptional customer service, fostering innovation, investing in the professional growth
of its dedicated team, and continuously improving the game-day experience for fans.

“We are excited to be adding a tremendous sports market in Brockton and a great facility
in Campanelli Stadium to the Frontier League,” said deputy commissioner Steve Tahsler.
“Windy City is one of our best regarded operations, and we are confident that the
management and staff in Brockton will provide an amazing atmosphere and service to the
Brockton community.”

Mayor Robert F. Sullivan expressed his enthusiasm for the news, “Brockton is a proud
sports city and has a particularly long history in baseball as it is the birthplace of the
catcher’s mitt. It is fitting that the next era of professional baseball in New England will
call Brockton home. We are so excited for the return of pro ball to the City of Champions
and look forward to welcoming fans across New England to Campanelli Stadium.

“I’d like to express my gratitude to the City of Brockton for their unwavering support and,
of course, to the Frontier League for this exciting opportunity to bring high-quality,
independent professional baseball to New England. Our aim is to create a team that
unites the entire region and becomes a pivotal force in the Frontier League, enriching the
vibrant sports culture of New England,” said Owner, Brian Kahn.

The addition of Brockton removes the Empire State Greys from the schedule. “We
appreciate the dedication of the Empire League, Eddie Gonzalez, and Jerry Gonzalez over
the past two seasons. They are a quality organization that operated with strong integrity
during their time playing in the Frontier League,” added Tahsler.

Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement revealing the team’s name, as well as the
appointment of its manager and coaching staff.

THUNDERBOLTS SIGN DEFENSEMAN HAYDEN FORD 

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Evansville, In.:  The Evansville Thunderbolts and Head Coach/Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes are pleased to announce the signing of defenseman Hayden Ford for the 2023-24 season.  The Thunderbolts’ 2023-24 season will get underway on Saturday, October 21st at Ford Center as they host the Huntsville Havoc.

Ford comes to Evansville following five years at Buffalo State College, scoring 3 goals and 32 points between 2018-2023.  Prior to college, the  Medford, New Jersey native previously played two seasons of junior hockey in the EHL for the Philadelphia Revolution, scoring 3 goals and 42 points in 78 games between 2016-2018.  In reaction to signing with Evansville, Ford commented: “I’m extremely excited to play this season in Evansville, I’ve heard nothing but great things about the organization and the city!  I can’t wait to get started, I’m looking forward to contributing my all to the team’s success while playing in front of such a dedicated and passionate fan base at Ford Center!”

In reaction to adding Ford, Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Jeff Bes commented: “Hayden skates well and has a high hockey IQ.  He is a good defender whose abilities will also help our transition game.”

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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FOOTNOTE:  EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

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