The University of Southern Indiana recognizes through its mission the diversity of its learners, other constituencies and the greater society it serves. Strategic decisions, planning and budget priorities, and administrative and academic goals are congruent with USI’s mission. The University’s governance and administrative structures promote effective leadership and support collaborative processes that enable the University to fulfill its mission.
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education funds USI two ways:
- Base funding—considers enrollment figures and inflation
- Performance funding—promotes improving overall degree completion, on-time graduation rates, at-risk degree completion and student persistence incentive
Financial Snapshot
Approximately 51.6% of the University’s 2024–2025 operating budget came from state appropriations while student fees made up 38.5% and 9.9% from other sources.
The state appropriation for fiscal year 2024-2025 is $67,263,719.
The total investment in the campus buildings and grounds was $506,978,871 as of June 30, 2024.
The University of Southern Indiana Foundation raises funds for activities not covered by state appropriations such as scholarships, academic projects, student life projects, athletic programs, and other special needs.
Visit the Financial Transparency website for public reports and documents.
University Leadership
Board of Trustees
A board of nine trustees, appointed by the Governor of the State of Indiana, governs the University of Southern Indiana. The Board meets in regular session six times each year and holds an annual meeting in July. (website)
Board members include
- Mr. W. Harold Calloway
- Mr. John M. Dunn (second vice chair)
- Mr. Fouad L. Hamami '25
- Mr. Timothy M. Hollander
- Ms. Christine H. Keck (chair)
- Mr. C. Wayne Kinney '77
- Mr. Jeffrey L. Knight (secretary)
- Mr. Ronald D. Romain '73
- Ms. Christina M. Ryan (first vice chair)
University President
Steven J. Bridges became Interim President of the University of Southern Indiana July 20, 2024. He is a two-time USI alumnus and the first alum to serve in this leadership position. Bridges joined USI in 1989 as a Staff Accountant and his career progression continued to Bursar, Chief Accountant, Controller and Assistant Business Office Director, Assistant and Associate Vice President and an interim appointment for Operations and Assistant Treasurer. Since April 2015, he has served as the Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA), the University’s chief business and fiscal officer.
The president reports directly to the Board of Trustees.
President's Cabinet
Dr. Shelly B. Blunt
Interim Provost
Professor of Chemistry
Mrs. Andrea R. Gentry
Vice President for Development
President, USI Foundation
Mr. Jon Mark Hall
Vice President and Director of Athletics
Dr. Pamela F. Hopson
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs
Mr. Troy A. Miller
Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management
Mrs. Kindra L. Strupp
Vice President for Marketing and Communication
Mr. Aaron C. Trump
Vice President for Government Affairs and General Counsel
Facilities
Since its founding, the University has made a significant investment in physical facilities. Recent projects include the opening of the Screaming Eagles Complex in 2021, the Screaming Eagles Arena in 2019 and the Fuquay Welcome Center in 2018.
- Physical Activities Center Renovation and Screaming Eagles Complex (2021)
- Aquatic Center (2021)
- Liberty Arena, Home of the Screaming Eagles (2019)
- The Fuquay Welcome Center (2018)
- The Stone Family Center for Health Sciences (2018)
- The Griffin Center (2016)
- Performance Center (2015)
- Applied Engineering Center (2013)
- Business and Engineering Center (2010)
- Lenny and Anne Dowhie Ceramics Center (2009)
- Residence Life Community Center (2008)
- Kenneth P. McCutchan Art Center/Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Galleries (2008)
- David L. Rice Library (2006)
- Ruston Hall (2004)
- Science and Education Center (2003)
- O'Bannon Hall (2001)
- Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center (2001); expanded (2009); expanded (2024)
- Governors Hall (2000)
- Newman Hall (1999)
- Art Studio (1999)
- Liberal Arts Center (1999)
- Health Professions Center (1994)
- Joseph E. O'Daniel Apartment Complex (1994)
- Frank F. McDonald Apartment Complex (1994)
- Robert D. Orr Center (1990)
- Physical Activities Center (1980)
- Technology Center (1975)
- University Center (1974); expanded (1996 & 2011)
- Science Center (1969)
- Byron C. Wright Administration Building (1969)
The Physical Plant Services Center houses the central power plant and offices.
The Support Services Building houses offices, maintenance shops, Procurement, Distribution Services and Risk Management.
The Publishing Services Center is the location of the Copy Center, Creative and Print Services, University Communications and Photography and Multimedia.
The University Home, built entirely with private donations, was given to the University in 1983 by the USI Foundation. It is currently used as a center for hospitality.
The USI Public Safety building is located on the west side of the University Center.
Outdoor athletic and recreation facilities include tennis courts, athletic fields, Screaming Eagles Valley Complex, Broadway Recreational Complex, Bent Twig Outdoor Education Center, Westwood Lodge, Breckinridge Cabin, Grimes Haus, Eicher Barn, and the USI-Burdette Trail.
The USI Foundation is located on Clarke Lane near Schutte Road.
Students in the Theatre Arts Program design and make the wardrobes and set for USI Theatre productions in the Theatre Support Building off of Bluff Lane.