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A suggestion from a high school guidance secretary was what brought Simran Singh to the University of Southern Indiana for her first visit—and it was love at first sight. Six years later, Singh, Student Event Services Supervisor, will graduate on Saturday, December 14 with her master's degree in mass communications.

Fall 2024 employee graduates

Browse through the list of the USI employees who are graduating during the 2024 Fall Commencement Ceremonies on Saturday, December 14.

USI Dining introduces Catertrax online ordering

Catering has become easier to navigate and schedule at USI, thanks to the new Catertrax online system adopted by USI Dining this semester.

Meet the Experts

This past month, University Strategic Communication launched the Media Experts Guide as a way to connect USI faculty and staff with media outlets both local and beyond to share their expertise across a wide variety of topics.

Getting to Know You: Nick Schweickart and Jeff Danaher from Public Safety

There are some new faces patrolling campus this year. Nick Schweickart and Jeff Danaher have years of experience keeping college campuses safe, and they plan to use their expertise at USI as new public safety officers.

With extensive knowledge under both of their belts, Schweickart and Danaher are ready to adapt to USI’s campus and culture.

Study Abroad Experience in Germany: A Transformative Journey

Two faculty members and students of USI's Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions share their experiences from the May 2024 study abroad trip to Osnabrück, Germany.

USI organizations to participate in annual Fall Festival

October is here, which means pronto puffs, apple cider, deep-fried food, games, rides and half-pot tickets are in the near future.

Student Media Advisory Board implements changes to better serve students

Earlier this summer, several USI student media outlets announced new leadership appointments. But that’s not the only change for the organizations. The Student Media Advisory Board—which establishes criteria for the creation, operation and distribution of all University-sanctioned student media, as well as other topics concerning student media—has gone through a refresh of its own, including its new name, revised from the former Student Publications Committee. 

Sibling roots spread wide at USI

USI is well known for its high-impact educational programs, beautiful campus and friendly, caring community. But a lesser-known fact is that almost entire families have attended the University, leaving legacies that have had an impact on the USI community, as much as the University has an impact on them.

USI’s Center for Applied Research partners with doctor on stroke recovery device

Since 2020, Steven Stump, Director of USI’s Center for Applied Research (CAR), has assisted Dr. Luke Barr, Director of Neurology at Deaconess Health Systems, in creating and marketing his invention, the Polyform-1H. This project is just one of many showcasing how USI resources can help the community while students gain valuable experience.

Continuing Tradition at the Fall Fest

The Fall Festival main parade is fast approaching, and per tradition, USI will be a part of the annual event with a float celebrating the University. This year, Andy Hammond, Theater Technical Coordinator, is spearheading a group of USI employees and students to continue this tradition at the festival.

USI organizations to participate in annual Fall Festival

October is here, which means pronto puffs, apple cider, deep-fried food, games, rides and half-pot tickets are in the near future.

Annual Wellness Fair set for September 25

An annual fall USI event, the Wellness Fair is set to bring almost 60 vendors to campus for students, employees and retirees on Wednesday, September 25 in Carter Hall, located in UC West.

USI organizations return to the 2023 West Side Nut Club Fall Festival

The first week of October is approaching, which means the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival is returning to west Franklin Street. The Fall Fest is also an amazing opportunity for USI organizations to raise money and connect with the greater Evansville community. 

One more float down West Franklin Street

For more than a century, October means one thing in Evansville, Indiana—the Westside Nut Club Fall Festival. Blocks of Franklin Street on the city’s west side are closed to accommodate over 150 food booths slinging deep-fried treats and hundreds of food options.