Friday, February 23, 2007

Road Trip Extravaganza

Nearly 300 students participate in Road Trip 2007

The 21st annual UE Road Trip saw close to 300 students come out to experience college life on February 16-18. Charter buses brought students to campus from all over the Midwest to participate in a variety of academic and social activities. Bus routes started in Detroit, Columbus, Atlanta, Milwaukee, Richmond, Kalamazoo, and Kansas City.

Road Trip attracted students from all over the country, as students from farther distances opted to fly or drive to campus. Students participating in Road Trip came from as far west as California and as far east as Maryland! In fact, there were students on campus from 25 states.

All accepted students stayed on campus with current UE students. Throughout their two days, students had numerous opportunities to explore campus, attend various sessions, and really experience Evansville.

If you missed Road Trip, you still have plenty of time to visit campus. Schedule your private visit or register for an upcoming Open House by e-mailing admission@evansville.edu or calling 800-423-8633, ext 2468.

Road Trip Activities

During their two days on campus, Road Trip participants could choose from a wide variety of activities. Saturday morning offered students the chance to hear more about their potential major, as each department presented an academic session.

In additional to the academic event, Road Trip also offered students a variety of social events, including:

• Shopping at Eastland Mall
• 1918 theatre production
• Hypnotist Bruce McDonald
• Friday-night karaoke
• Midnight movie Stranger Than Fiction
• BW3s trivia and wings

Still Time to File the FAFSA

Students wishing to apply for need-based financial aid still have time to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The University’s FAFSA number is 001795. To be considered for Indiana financial aid, the form must be received by March 10. The FAFSA can be filed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Questions? Contact the Office of Financial Aid at financialaid@evansville.edu.

Visit the University of Evansville

Didn’t have the chance to come to Road Trip? You still have plenty of opportunities to visit campus. A customized private visit can be arranged for you and your family. You can meet with professors, tour campus, attend a class, and stay overnight on campus with a current student. To schedule a private visit, click here, or contact the admission office at 800-423-8633, ext. 2468, or admission@evansville.edu.

You can also attend the March 17 Open House. You’ll have an opportunity to meet with professors and financial aid advisors, tour campus, and have lunch on us. To register, click here.

Calendar of Events:

Date: February 23-25, 2007
Baseball Dunn Hospitality Diamond Classic

Date: February 24, 2007
MBB at Southern Illinois

Date: February 25, 2007
Senior Recital 1:00 pm

Date: February 26, 2007
Amnesty International Cage Day
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Date: February 28, 2007
WBB vs. Wichita State

Date: March 17, 2007
Open House

The Freshman Edge

The Freshman Edge is a unique 10-day program designed for incoming freshmen. The Edge is a residential program, which gives students a chance to experience residence hall life and make some friends along the way.

You will meet many UE faculty members and community leaders in Evansville. Students will study The American Corporation (3.0 hr. course) and will thus fulfill their "American Traditions" requirement for General Education. Managerial tours will be included of local businesses. This program allows students to ask questions, seek answers, make connections, and explore the campus before the fall semester begins.

Fun Events: The Rosen Birthday BBQ, Putt-Putt Challenge, Volleyball, Pizza Trips, and much more. To register or learn more, visit:

Freshman Edge