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UE holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Lincoln Commons
The University of Evansville (UE) on Thursday held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new student housing apartment complex, Lincoln Commons. Demolition of the site originally began in November 2022, and foundation work started in March. When completed...
Aug 10, 2023, 12:40pm EDT
University of Evansville Adding New Mural at Weinbach Avenue Overpass
The University of Evansville (UE) is adding a bold visual landmark to one of the city's busiest corridors with a new mural installation along the Lloyd Expressway overpass at Weinbach Avenue. The project, currently underway, features UE's institutiona...
Aug 5, 2025, 8:51pm EDT
UE Establishes Task Force to Commemorate 50th Anniversary of Plane Crash
It has been nearly 50 years since the tragic plane crash on December 13, 1977, that forever changed the University of Evansville (UE) and the Evansville community. To honor the lives lost and commemorate the strength shown in the aftermath, UE has esta...
Aug 4, 2025, 9:41am EDT
$100,000 Estate Gift from James and Marianna Vogel Establishes Scholarship to Benefit Future Aces
James Vogel '52 and Marianna (Cubbison) Vogel '52, devoted alumni whose lives were defined by generosity and service, have left a $100,000 estate gift to the University of Evansville (UE) to create the James and Marianna Vogel Endowed Scholarship. Jim...
Jul 22, 2025, 9:07am EDT
UE to Celebrate the Life and Impact of Legendary Coach Mick Lyon '89 During Soccer Alumni Weekend
This August, the University of Evansville (UE) will honor one of its most impactful alumni, Michael "Mick" Lyon '89, during a special Soccer Alumni Weekend filled with remembrance, camaraderie, and celebration. The weekend, set for Saturday, August 30,...
Jul 21, 2025, 9:57am EDT
University of Evansville Rejoins New American Colleges and Universities Network (NACU)
The University of Evansville (UE) is proud to announce it has rejoined the New American Colleges and Universities (NACU) - a national consortium of small, mission-oriented institutions that foster collaboration, innovation, and student success. NACU c...
Jul 9, 2025, 9:00am EDT
UE Alumnus Elected PGA of America Vice President, Poised for Future Presidency
The University of Evansville (UE) Purple Aces now have a powerful voice in pro golf: Nathan D. Charnes '01. Charnes has been elected Vice President of the PGA of America, teeing up a new chapter of influential leadership on a global stage. An Evansvil...
Jul 8, 2025, 9:08am EDT
University of Evansville Extends Contract for Athletic Director Dr. Ziggy Siegfried
University of Evansville President Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz announced today that Dr. Kenneth "Ziggy" Siegfried, Director of Athletics, has signed a contract extension that will keep him in the role through 2030. Originally hired in the spring of ...
Jul 7, 2025, 9:41am EDT
University of Evansville Mourns the Passing of President Emeritus Dr. James S. Vinson
The University of Evansville is deeply saddened to share the passing of Dr. James S. Vinson, the institution's 21st president, who led the university with vision and integrity from 1987 to 2001. Dr. Vinson passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 84...
Jul 1, 2025, 9:19am EDT
2024 UE Graduates Achieve Strong Career Outcomes
The University of Evansville (UE) is proud to announce a 98 percent career outcome rate for the Class of 2024, reflecting continued excellence in student preparation and post-graduate success. This figure indicates that 98 percent of graduates are eit...
Jun 30, 2025, 11:32am EDT