Recent News
Evans Elementary Launches Nation's First Promise Neighborhood ChangeLab in Partnership with UE
Evans Elementary began the new school year by making history in the EVSC (Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation). In the first week of classes, the school launched the nation's first-ever K-12 ChangeLab program, empowering every student, not just t...
Aug 15, 2025, 2:37pm EDT
UE named one of Money magazine's 'Best Colleges in America' for 2025
The University of Evansville (UE) has been recognized as one of the "Best Colleges for 2025" by Money magazine. Money uses research and advice from the nation's top experts on education quality, financing, and value to create a practical analysis of t...
Aug 12, 2025, 11:41am 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