UE to Host "An Evening of Reflection" with Brad Byrd and David James
Evansville, Ind. (11/03/2025) — Two of Evansville's most respected voices in journalism, Brad Byrd and David James, will share stories and insights during An Evening of Reflection at the University of Evansville (UE) on Friday, November 14, at 6:30 p.m., in Wheeler Concert Hall.
The event is presented by the Vanderburgh County Historical Society (VCHS) and hosted by the UE Department of History, Politics, and Social Change. The discussion will be moderated by UE professor of history Dr. James MacLeod.
Long-time journalists Byrd and James are both regarded as icons in Evansville's local media landscape. They will share stories and insights from their decades covering pivotal events in Evansville, Vanderburgh County and the surrounding Tri-State region.
An Evening of Reflection is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand perspectives from two journalists whose reporting has shaped the community's understanding of local history and current events.
The University of Evansville is a private, comprehensive university with a solid foundation in the arts and sciences and professional schools in business, engineering, education, and health sciences. Established in 1854, UE is recognized across the globe for its rich tradition of innovative, academic excellence and dynamic campus community of #Changemakers.
Home of the Purple Aces, UE is located in the southwestern region of Indiana and offers over 75 majors, 17 Division I sports, and a unique study abroad experience at Harlaxton, the University's very own Victorian manor located in the countryside of England. For more information, please visit evansville.edu.
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