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Parent News and Events

We strive to keep you informed! Many UE events and activities are coming up, both on campus and around the country. Click any link below for more UE news, event details, and registration information. Or update your contact information and e-mail address by using our easy online Keeping In Touch form just for parents!

Parents Association Today

Sign up to receive the Parents Association Today bi-monthly enewsletter, covering the latest happenings at UE and other reminders. Signing up for the newsletter also helps us keep your contact information up-to-date.

Refer A Student Online

Do you know a current high school student who would be a perfect match for the University of Evansville's small, diverse campus community, rigorous academic challenges, and active and involved student body? We would love to send them information about our major offerings and programs, as well as invite them to visit our beautiful campus and learn more about UE. Refer a student online and their application fee will be waived!

File your FAFSA for the 2010-11 School Year

Returning students should file their 2010-11 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 10, 2010 for maximum financial aid eligibility. Indiana residents should make every effort to meet this state deadline for state grant consideration. To file the FAFSA electronically go to www.fafsa.gov. The University of Evansville's code number for the FAFSA is 001795.

Graduation Announcements at Bookstore

Graduation in May is coming up sooner than you think If you have a student graduating, you can purchase graduation announcements through the Bookstore website by downloading and printing this form and then faxing it to the bookstore. Diploma frames can also be purchased in the Bookstore or on the Bookstore website.

All May graduates need to attend Commencement Central on February 23 or 24 between the hours of 10AM and 4PM to finalize their graduation plans and purchase cap and gown, and announcements.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Doug Gustwiller at 812-488-2680, or email him at dg57@evansville.edu.

Presidential Search Candidates Visit Campus

The University of Evansville campus has been a very busy place the last two weeks! Since January 27, all four presidential search candidates have visited UE. These candidates are among the final candidates to replace Dr. Stephen Jennings as president of the University of Evansville after his retirement May 31. For more details on each of the candidates, as well as information on the entire presidential search process, please visit the presidential search website.

Open House

Upcoming Open House Dates:

Saturday, March 20, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010

Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. (CST). By visiting campus during an Open House, you will have the opportunity to:

Speak to faculty from all academic departments and student life offices
Take a campus tour led by a current UE student
Attend information sessions about scholarships and financial aid
Meet with admission counselors
Be our guests for lunch

If you are interested in attending an Open House, please use the online registration form. If you have questions about Open House, please e-mail admission@evansville.edu.

H1N1 Updates

Get the latest updates regarding H1N1 by visiting http://www.evansville.edu/flu/.

Village and Residence Hall Assignments for 2010-2011

Village and Residence Hall placement processes are starting soon. For more information about 2010-2011 housing assignments, please visit the Residence Life Web Site.

Housing Assignment Process Calendar

All Students
Feb. 22, 23, 24	Housing Information Meetings
March 1 - 5	All students must submit their online housing contract through WebAdvisor
Village Process
March 1 - 5	Village Request Cards available in the Residence Life Office
March 5	Village Request Cards due by 5pm in the Residence Life Office
March 15	Village occupancy assignments will be emailed by 5pm
March 16 - 17	Students select Village placements by appointments only
Resident Hall Process
March 18	Students may reclaim current residence hall rooms in the Residence Life Office from 2pm - 5pm
March 22	Open room charts posted by noon. Students may claim open rooms (current halls 8pm-9:30pm)
March 24	Lottery Appointments will be emailed by 5pm
March 25 - 26	Residence Hall room selections, by appointment only

On Campus Housing During Spring Break

The external entrances of the residence halls will be locked during Spring Break from Friday, March 6th at 6:00 p.m. through Sunday, March 14th at noon. Students staying on campus during Break should be sure to carry their keys at all times.

Students who are not staying on campus should to secure their possessions, dispose of perishables, lock all windows and doors and remember to turn off their alarm clocks. It is recommended that Village residents purchase a light timer to discourage potential burglars.

Food service is not in operation during Spring Break. Students should plan ahead and stock up on food if they are planning to stay on campus. The last meal served before Spring Break will be dinner on Friday, March 6th. The first meal served after Break will be dinner on Sunday, March 14th.

Author Lewis Hyde to Speak at UE

Patricia H. Snyder Concert & Lecture Series

Lewis Hyde
Author of The Gift and Trickster Makes This World
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 7:30 pm
Eykamp Hall, Ridgeway University Center
Free Admission

Caring, Giving, Reaching... a UE Tradition

If you are returning your young adult to UE, you already know just how much the faculty, staff and administration care about our students. Caring, Giving & Reaching is not just a "saying" at UE, it's a way of life! For those of you who sent your son or daughter to UE for the first time this fall, you too will soon experience first-hand just how much UE has to offer.

The UE Parents Council has established a scholarship, called simply the "Parents' Fund". Our goal is to raise $40,000 for this academic year; so far we have collected almost $14,000 from 222 parents. Please make sure that you get counted, make your gift today! If every parent contributes just $25...$50...$100, whatever you can do, we will not only meet our goal—we will SHATTER it! Your one-time gift, when combined with the gifts of literally hundreds of other Caring, Giving & Reaching parents will help us do just that!

With your support, the Parents' Fund, as part of UE's Annual Fund, will provide more than 90% of our students with scholarship assistance. All gifts to the Parents' Fund are tax deductible, and you will receive a letter acknowledging your gift (for tax purposes). Parents that are Indiana residents also qualify for an Indiana State Tax Credit when they make a gift to UE.

To give to the Parents' Fund, please call Robin Greenlee, Director of Annual Giving, at 812-488-2273 or give online. Every gift counts! Thank you for giving! You can also purchase a brick to honor your student.

Become a PIEE Volunteer Today!

As a UE parent, you have the opportunity to establish a partnership with the University through support of Career Services programs and initiatives, and by mentoring individual students. Parents can be very helpful in encouraging and supporting their sons and daughters during their major and career exploration process. As a parent, why not extend your reach a bit further and assist many UE students by becoming a PIEE volunteer!

PIEE or Partners In the Evansville Experience is a professional network of UE alumni, parents and friends who assist in the career services process for current undergraduates. PIEE is a relationship to directly connect UE students to an infinite variety of professional development and support. The great news is that you and/or your company can contribute towards this exciting experience and get involved with current UE students, other alumni, faculty and the Offices of Alumni and Parent Relations and Career Services and Cooperative Education. Your background and experience can serve and lead students to a higher level of professionalism. So, why wait? Learn more about PIEE, and create a win-win situation!

Mentor Program

One of the most important elements of PIEE is our Mentoring Program. Parents are directly connected to current juniors and seniors looking for assistance and support with their career development needs. Parents will serve as professional mentors to these students and will provide a wide variety of information and guidance. Your primary role as a mentor will be to enrich and coach one of our students in their career development and education. The program typically begins in mid-to-late September with a reception on campus and will continue throughout the academic year.

A major component of the mentoring program is our Luncheon Speaker series, which is held on campus four times a year. This is a great way for student mentees and mentors to get together several times a year to converse, network, and hear a great speaker on campus. Lunch is provided by the University. If you would like to become a mentor, please fill out a Mentor Interest form to become a mentor for the 2010-2011 academic year.

Resource for a student

Parents Are Our Best Resource! Alumni, parents, and friends from around the country are needed as information resource persons for students choosing majors and career direction, or for students who just want to know what it's like to live in your city. If you are interested in being a resource for a student, please complete the online form. Only your name and email or phone, as specified on your form, will be provided to students on a case-by-case basis.

Career Referral form

If you or your organization have a potential internship, co-op or full-time job opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your opportunity. After you submit the form, a member of the Career Services and Cooperative Education office will be in touch with you to discuss this opportunity further.

If you require additional information or have questions, please feel free to contact Monica Spencer at 812-488-4065 or ms323@evansville.edu.

Alumni Bio Project

Share your unique story with current UE students, parents and alumni by submitting your Alumni Bio! This is a quick and efficient way for parents to get involved and reach out to students and recent grads and assist them in their career goals. You have the opportunity to greatly benefit many UE students by sharing your professional experiences. UE Parents represent an important resource for students as they determine their majors, minors and career directions. Every path is distinctive and has something to offer each generation of UE students. For more information regarding Alumni Bios, please review the attachment above or you can visit the Career Services and Cooperative Education Web Site.

UE Alumni Association Travel Insurance

Travel Safe!

UE Alumni Association is pleased to offer Travel Insurance through the Alumni Insurance Program to UE Parents. Don't let an exciting time turn into a bad deal if your trip is unexpectedly delayed or cancelled, your luggage lost, or if you require medical care overseas. Instead, protect yourself with Travel Insurance through the Alumni Association.

Whether you're traveling on your own for spring break, a summer vacation, or as part of an alumni trip, coverage is available for individuals, families, and groups, and you can even get special coverage for extreme sports and emergency evacuation.

More information is available online or by calling the program administrator at 800-635-7801.

Participate in the Harlaxton Parents Forum Today!

The Harlaxton College is now online! 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.

To register for the forum please follow these steps:

Go to http://harlaxton.9.forumer.com/
Click "Register" in the upper left hand corner of the screen.
Complete the registration form.
Agree to the Registration Agreement Terms.
Click submit.
You will need to wait until an administrator approves your account. This may take up to 24 hours.

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.

Aces Gear and Apparel Now Available Online 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. Shop now at www.evansville.bkstr.com to give the perfect UE gifts this holiday season or for your student anytime!

Information for Prospective Parents

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