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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 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
UE Board of Trustees Names New Chair
The University of Evansville (UE) Board of Trustees has announced a leadership transition effective July 1, 2025. Robert G. "Bob" Jones will transition from his role of Chair of the Board of Trustees following four years of exceptional service in this ...
Jun 26, 2025, 9:53am EDT
University of Evansville Receives $500,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to Expand Youth Programs on Campus
The University of Evansville (UE) has been awarded a $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of Indiana Youth Programs on Campus (IYPC) Round II. This renewed support enables UE to expand its high-impact youth programming, empowering local stu...
Jun 23, 2025, 8:54am EDT
University of Evansville Receives $33,000 in Grants from Efroymson Family Fund to Advance Visual Arts and Student Experience
The University of Evansville (UE) Department of Art has received $33,000 in grants from the Efroymson Family Fund. This generous funding will enhance visual arts programming, expand the University's permanent art collections, and provide immersive, car...
Jun 11, 2025, 1:07pm EDT
EVSC Breaks Ground on Innovation Center for Science and Health in Partnership with UE
The Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) held a ceremonial groundbreaking Monday for the new Innovation Center for Science and Health, a dynamic facility that will expand learning opportunities for the EVSC's Academy of Science & Medicine (...
Jun 9, 2025, 12:52pm EDT