Monday, April 9, 2007

New University Center

University of Evansville announces new University Center

The heart of UE's campus will soon be getting a new look. Thanks to a generous donation from Dr. William L. Ridgway, work will begin June 1 on the University Center. Once completed, students will enjoy a center that brings all student services together in one place, with the extra amenities that will make it feel like home.

This $23.6 million building will "serve as the campus living room," said Dana Clayton, dean of students. This 90,000 square foot building will be located in the center of campus and will be the largest building.

On the lower level, Ridgway University Center will have an information area, cafe dining facilities, Aces Place - a convenience type store, ATM machines, the University Bookstore, the Underground lounge and recreational area, and Jazzman's coffeebar and cafe. The upper level will house offices for student organizations and the Student Life area, two casual lounges and one study lounge, the Office of Student Publications (for the student newspaper and yearbook), studios and offices for WUEV, the campus radio station, and Eykamp Hall, a 500-seat auditorium.

To read more visit the Evansville Courier and Press.

Cheer and Dance Team Tryouts April 13-14

Interested in cheering or dancing for the Purple Aces? Tryouts for the all-female and co-ed cheer teams as well as the dance team will be held April 13-14 in Carson Center at the University of Evansville. 

The University's cheer team performs at all men's and women's Division I home basketball games, travels to a select number of away games, and attends the MVC conference tournaments and pre-/post-season tournaments. In addition, the team participates in a variety of spirit activities, including pep rallies, other campus sporting events, and local public appearances.

Tryout information as well as required elements are available online. Students unable to attend may submit a videotaped tryout. For more information, contact Emily Dunbar-Daughtery, cheer team advisor, at ed491@evansville.edu or Sarah Lamar, dance team advisor, at sl53@evansville.edu.

Living on campus

At the University of Evansville, we guarantee housing for all of our students. With seven residence halls to choose from, we know you will find the hall that is right for you. Want to live in a hall that is female only? We have two, Morton and Brentano. Do you want to live in a male only hall? Then Hale Hall is the place for you.

The University of Evansville is truly a residential campus. Seventy percent of our students live on campus, and 90 percent live within walking distance. In fact, it's not unusual at all for our students to stay on campus all four years!

Click here to learn more about all our residence halls. This Web site will allow you to view all the details, features, dimensions, and policies that are important when choosing your perfect place to live.

Calendar of Events:

April 13: Baseball vs. Northern Iowa

April 14: Open House

April 16-21: Greek Week, Sunset Concert, and Bike Race

April 17-May 11: Senior Art Exhibition, Krannert Gallery

April 20-21: UE Opera

April 23-26: UE Theatre presents Dancing at Lughnasa

Women's Tennis Making History

The University of Evansville's women's tennis team is having a historic spring season. The Aces are off to their best start in school history with a 15-3 record. Seniors Brittany Brown and Beth Peyton are just one doubles victory away from tying UE's single-season doubles record of 23 wins.

The Aces have compiled an overall record of 73-23 in singles play and 36-12 in doubles play. Aces tennis will compete again at Drake on April 14. To learn more visit the tennis Web site.

Open House April 14

Visit UE's campus on Saturday, April 14. You'll have an opportunity to meet with professors and financial aid advisors, tour campus, and enjoy lunch. To register, click here.