Parents Association Today
An electronic publication of the University of Evansville Parents Association
In this edition:
- RSVP for Family Weekend 2008
- Harlaxton Parents Forum Coming Soon
- Summer SOAR Sessions a Success
- Freshman Moving In Day Photos
- Fall 2008 Breaks and Holidays
- 2008-09 Parents’ Fund Campaign
- Creating Connections That Matter - Become a Mentor for a UE Student
- Career Services: A Valuable Resource for Your Student
- Aces' Games Now Available on Your Home Computer
- Vectren Community Classic Basketball Game Scheduled for Nov. 1
- Graduation Announcements Available in the UE Bookstore
- Online Shopping Available From UE Bookstore Site
RSVP for Family Weekend 2008
The 2008 Family Weekend is set for Friday, September 26 through Sunday, September 28. This annual weekend event is a great opportunity for families, siblings, parents and grandparents to visit their student on UE's campus, meet their student's new friends, and meet other parents, families, and alumni who are part of our thriving University of Evansville community.
Family Weekend visitors will receive a free pass to athletic events, free workouts at the Student Fitness Center, store coupons and discounted tickets to UE theatre productions when they check in on Friday, September 26 or Saturday, September 27. Friday's check in and registration location will be the Schroeder Family School of Business Lobby, and Saturday's check in and registration location will be the Krannert Gallery/Lobby. For a schedule of Family Weekend events, visit http://www.evansville.edu/parents.
Register online for Family Weekend as a guest, or call (812) 488-2586 or (800) 423-8633, extension 2586. For more information about area accommodations, visit http://evansville.edu/prospects/visitue/areaaccommodations.asp.
Harlaxton Parents Forum Coming Soon
The University of Evansville will launch a Harlaxton College
online discussion forum in October. This forum is designed to be
a community for parents to discuss their experiences as their children are studying abroad at Harlaxton or to ask questions if their
children may attend Harlaxton in the future. The forum includes
discussion topics such as travel tips, preparation, finances, and
parent visits.
All parents of UE students are welcome to join the forum. We
hope that by sharing your experiences and interacting with a community of other parents, you will gain a richer understanding of
your child’s Harlaxton experience.
If you have any questions about the Harlaxton online forum,
please contact Angela Williams, assistant director of alumni and
parent relations, at aw162@evansville.edu or 812-488-2586.
Summer SOAR Sessions a Success
The Office of Alumni and Parent Relations would like to thank the volunteers from the UE Parents Association and the Parents Council who participated in this year's summer SOAR sessions. The Parent UE Style sessions were successful in helping parents of new University of Evansville students stay prepared and informed about their child's college experience.
SOAR III Parents Panel pictured (left to right): Dean Slusser, Susan Slusser, Jeff Klingman, Debra Armstrong, Jan Kahre, Greg Kahre, Deborah Metcalfe and Jim Metcalfe.
SOAR I volunteers were Charlene Talley, Penny Alstadt, Greg and Jan Kahre, and J. Cory Mills.
SOAR II volunteers were Cathy and Al Bragin, Bob and Lisa Corbett, and J. Cory Mills.
Freshman Moving In Day Photos
The following photos were taken on Freshman Moving In Day in August. Click on a photo to view the full-sized version.
Fall 2008 Breaks and Holidays
Fall Break (Halls remain open -No Meal Service) October 11-14
- Last meal served before Fall Break – Dinner Friday, October 10
- First meal served after Break – Dinner Tuesday, October 14
- Classes Resume – Wednesday, October 15
Thanksgiving Break (Halls remain open -No Meal Service) November 26-30
- Last meal served before Thanksgiving Break - Dinner Tuesday, November 25
- 1st meal served after Break - Dinner Sunday, November 30
- Classes Resume Monday, December 1
2008-09 Parents’ Fund Campaign
About this same time every year, UE sends out a strong message to its students, challenging them to make the most out of their college experience as they embark on a new school year. By studying hard, getting involved, making great friends and lasting memories, students every year live up to the UE Challenge.
Now we are challenging UE parents to do the same. During the 2008-09 school year we are challenging all parents to go above and beyond and make a commitment to UE students. You may not realize it, but as a parent of a UE student you have a very significant impact on your child’s college experience.
The Parents' Fund is the annual, unrestricted campaign for parents. Gifts received from the Parents’ Fund campaign enable UE to offer programs, scholarships, extra educational opportunities and resources that may not be otherwise available.
With the start of the 2008-09 fiscal year, the Parents’ Fund has an annual fundraising goal of $35,000.00. Let’s work together to reach the goal so that our UE students receive the best education possible. Parents, we are initiating the UE Challenge – PLEASE SHOW YOUR SUPPORT TODAY!!
Every gift to the Parents’ Fund, no matter the size, is meaningful. Please consider supporting UE’s Parents’ Fund today! Gifts may be made online at evansville.edu/givingtoue/givingform.asp or by calling (812) 488-4065. Thank you for your support – past, present, and future! If you have any comments or suggestions regarding the Parents’ Fund campaign, please do not hesitate to contact Monica Spencer at ms323@evansville.edu.
Creating Connections That Matter - Become a Mentor for a UE Student
As a UE parent we invite you to participate in our student mentoring program beginning with a ‘Kick-off’ reception on September 25, 2008. Our goal is to connect current sophomores, juniors and seniors with parents, alumni and friends of the University to encourage the establishment of professional networking opportunities. Students and mentors will be assigned based on the best possible match to profession and/or interest. You do not have to reside in Evansville to be a mentor.
Please visit our website: www.evansville.edu/alumni/volunteer/piee/mentoring for more information and how you can become a mentor to a UE student.
Career Services: A Valuable Resource for Your Student
Let the Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education provide your son or daughter the advice and preparation he or she needs before heading out into the work world. Through our knowledge and expertise we are sure to help your student find a path in life. Just visit our website at careerservices.evansville.edu and click the Students/Alumni tab to begin to see all the resources we have to offer. If you have any questions please contact us at 812-488-2663 or career@evansville.edu.
Is Your Son or Daughter Linked In?
Visit careerservices.evansville.edu to check out UE JobLink, University of Evansville’s online jobs database. Not only can you encourage your student to create an account, but you or your company can create an account as well. Does your company have internships, co-ops, or full-time positions you would like to advertise? If so, Get Linked into UE JobLink!
Indiana InternNet — A Valuable Resource
Indiana InternNet is an internship-matching program intended to connect students in Indiana to employers in Indiana. Indiana InternNet formed in 2001, shortly after the Indiana Chamber of Commerce led a series of studies which demonstrated the state’s “brain drain” issue. You can find more information at www.indianaintern.net.
Aces' Games Now Available on Your Home Computer
The University of Evansville athletics department will video stream 25 different athletic contests in men’s and women’s soccer and volleyball this fall, and fans can view the games through UE’s Aces’ All-Access video streaming service at http://www.gopurpleaces.com/.
UE will video stream nine home men’s and women’s soccer matches, as well as Evansville's first two games in the men's State Farm MVC Soccer Tournament and seven home volleyball matches this fall through Aces’ All-Access. Fans can view the matches on-line by purchasing either pay-per-view ($5.95) or monthly subscriptions ($9.95 per month), or by purchasing a season pass for either men’s or women’s soccer ($19.95 each) or volleyball ($14.95). Fans can also gain access to over 100 UE athletic events during the course of the 2008-09 school year by purchasing a full-year subscription for $59.95.
Visit http://www.gopurpleaces.com/ to sign up.
Vectren Community Classic Basketball Game Scheduled for Nov. 1
Game three of the city of Evansville's most popular basketball match-up is set. The third Vectren Community Classic, an exhibition game featuring the University of Evansville against the University of Southern Indiana, will take place Saturday, November 1 at Roberts Stadium. In addition to Vectren, the game is sponsored by Kenny Kent Toyota Lexus Scion.
This will be the first exhibition game of the season for both Marty Simmons’ Purple Aces and Rick Herdes’ Screaming Eagles. Evansville is 2-0 in the series, although both games have been very competitive. The Aces won 88-75 in 2004 in front of a crowd of 12,441. The most recent game took place in 2006, with the Aces squeaking out a 77-75 victory in front of 11,597 fans.
Graduation Announcements Available in the UE Bookstore
Official announcements for graduating seniors are available anytime in the UE Bookstore. However, there will be special Commencement Central dates for December and May graduates to attend to complete their ordering of caps and gowns, announcements, and other graduation related items. The December graduation Commencement Central is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29 in the new Ridgway University Center. The May graduation Commencement Central will be in February.
Parents should also be aware that they may receive mailings from "off-campus" vendors that appear to be from the University. These vendors are in no way associated with the UE or the UE Bookstore, and the bookstore cannot make any guarantees from the items these vendors sell.
Parents and students may also download an announcement order form from the UE Bookstore Web site. All announcements picked up in the store have no shipping charges added. If you have additional questions, please contact the bookstore at 812-488-2678.
Online Shopping Available From UE Bookstore Site
Now you can shop for all of your Purple Aces gear and apparel online, wherever you are in the country! Need a UE sweatshirt? How about UE golf club covers? A UE mug, pennant, or picture frame? All of these are available for purchase now on the new expanded University Bookstore site at www.evansville.bkstr.com
Shop now to give the perfect UE gifts for any occasion!
UEnvision Campaign Exceeds $53 Million
The University has raised $53,000,000 toward the goal of $80 million in the UEnvision campaign. The campaign makes possible the opening of the new Schroeder Family School of Business Administration Building and the construction, currently underway, of the Dr. William L. Ridgway University Center. Photos of the Ridgway Center construction and more information is available at www.evansville.edu/aboutue/ridgway.asp.
To learn more about the UEnvision 2010 Campaign, visit uenvision2010.evansville.edu.
More on Our Website
- UE Parents Home
- UE Parent Resources
- Career Services Resources for Parents
- UE Campus Calendar
- Purple Aces Athletics Home
- Financial Aid at UE
Calendar of Events
September 21
Jazz Guest Artist Series
Wheeler Concert Hall
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
September 26 - 28
Family Weekend
October 11 - 14
Fall Break
Halls remain open - No Meal Service
October 15
Classes Resume
October 18
UE Piano Series: Hsia-Jung Chang
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
October 21
University Symphony Orchestra
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
October 29
Commencement Central
Ridgway University Center
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
December 2008 graduates are encouraged to attend Commencement Central for valuable information about commencement and life after graduation.
November 2, 2008
Jazz Guest Artist Series
Wheeler Concert Hall
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
November 4, 2008
First Tuesdays Recital Series, Eykamp String Quartet
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 7, 2008
UE Opera Scenes
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 8, 2008
UE Opera Scenes
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 11, 2008
Men's and Women's Choruses
Wheeler Concert Hall
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
November 14, 2008
Last Day to Withdraw With a 'W'
November 14, 2008
Classical Guitar Society Concert: Stanley Yates
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 16, 2008
Jazz Ensembles
Wheeler Concert Hall
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
November 26-30, 2008
Thanksgiving Break
Event registration is available at www.evansville.edu/parents/
Office of Alumni and Parent Relations
Igleheart Building
1800 Lincoln Avenue
Evansville, Indiana 47722
812-488-2586
Sylvia (Young) DeVault ’85
Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
sy5@evansville.edu
Angela Williams
Assistant Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
aw162@evansville.edu
Donna Jones
Senior Administrative Assistant
dj32@evansville.edu
Let’s Keep in Touch
Is your contact information and e-mail address current with UE?
Be sure they are, by using the easy online Keeping In Touch form just for parents! Your most current contact information allows the University to send you important information about campus developments and initiatives.
You will also receive: The bi-annual Parents Connections newsletter, this bi-monthly Parents Association Today e-newsletter, important campus news and announcements, occasional Parents Association information, updates and regional event invitations by e-mail.
If you prefer to opt out of electronic communications from our office entirely,
Tell Us About a Career Opportunity from Your Organization
If you or your organization have potential internship, co-op or full-time job opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Fill out the career referral form online: www.evansville.edu/parents/careerreferral.asp
Introduce A Student to UE
Continue the strong tradition of academic excellence at UE; refer quality students from your community, high school, church or your own home to UE. The application fee is waived for those prospective students referred by parents or alumni. Fill out the online form at www.evansville.edu/alumni/referral.asp to refer a student today.
The UE Parents Association strives to keep families connected to UE by sending UE Parents Association Today regularly. We hope you enjoy keeping in touch with UE! Your comments are welcome: ueparentrelations@evansville.edu.