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Sarah Ryker found out she was pregnant with Everett after she was told she could never have children. Now, the senior geology major juggles work, school and a baby.

‘I wouldn’t change it for the world’

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor September 10, 2018

Sarah Ryker was told by doctors she would never be able to have children. The senior geology major was set to graduate in the spring of 2018 when she realized she was 4 months pregnant with her...

The university Chamber Choir traveled to Ireland for the Mayo International Choral Festival Premiere Competition, placing second in sacred music and first in the four-part choir competition out of 38 other choirs. The choir won first overall.

Eagle expeditions: singing serves, entertains

Jeana Everhart, Staff Writer September 9, 2018

Every week The shield will feature a student who spent time in another country over the summer. This week, Benjamin Ulrich shared about his time in Ireland with the university Chamber Choir for their...

Thunder Dreamer, a local Evansville artist will perform at ParksFest Music Festival at 5 p.m.

ParksFest to feature local artists

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor September 4, 2018

Update: The location of ParksFest has been moved from Garvin Park to the Old National Events Plaza at 715 Locust St. in Downtown Evansville. The Evansville ParksFest Music Festival will overtake...

Gabrielle Baker, a senior public relations and advertising major, spent her summer in Spain through the Cultural Experiences Abroad Program.

Eagle expeditions: ‘overcoming barriers’

Emma Corry, Staff Writer September 4, 2018

Every week The shield will feature a student who spent time in another country over the summer. This week, Gabrielle Baker shared about her time in Spain through the Cultural Experiences Abroad Program.  Gabrielle...

The Rickmobile came to Comic Quest to sell Rick and Morty merchandise and bring awareness to the comics Friday evening.

When the Rickmobile comes to town

Jeana Everhart, Staff Writer September 4, 2018

Megan Gilbert waited outside her local comic book store, bursting with excitement.   Further up the line, the Rickmobile was parked in front of her and other “Rick and Morty” fans, filled with...

Javontay Moss, a junior communications major, attended the APRO National Convention in St. Louis to receive a scholarship.

‘We were all beaming with pride’

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor September 4, 2018

Chills covered Javontay Moss as he watched 700 people stand from their seats applauding his speech. The junior communications major was asked to prepare a speech for the APRO National Convention...

Nursing students were honored at the annual White Coat ceremony Sunday afternoon to celebrate their entering into clinicals.

Becoming the best

Emma Corry, Staff Writer August 28, 2018

Ashley Owens said she always wanted to be a nurse ever since she was a little girl. Sunday, the College of Nursing and Health Professions held the annual White Coat Ceremony in Carter Hall. USI...

Eli True, a senior advertising and communications studies major, was selected at one of the four university students to participate in the Cultural Clarity Experience. The trip sent students to China for a week.

Eagle expeditions: stretching comfort zones

Jeana Everhart, Staff Writer August 27, 2018

Every week The Shield will feature a student who spent time in another country over the summer. This week, Eli True shared about his time in China through the Cultural Clarity Experience.  Before...

Cristine Pyle, a senior art and international studies major, sits with Melon, the Canadian goose they rehabilitated.

Goose tails

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor August 27, 2018

Cristine Pyle was driving home when they noticed cars swerving out of the way for something on the road. The senior art and international studies major was tired after working a double at O’Charley’s...

“Stephen Pace: An Artist’s Process” honors Stephen Pace for the 10th anniversary of the McCutchan Art Center/Pace Galleries and will be displayed until Sept. 10.

Honoring Stephen Pace

Emma Corry, Staff Writer August 21, 2018

Susan Sauls said artists don’t just sit down and create a masterpiece. The university’s summer exhibit, “Stephen Pace: An Artist's Process” features the work of Stephen Pace to celebrate...

STARs advocate for brighter future

STARs advocate for brighter future

Jeana Everhart, Staff Writer August 21, 2018

Sarah Rogers Last year the university’s volunteer peer education program, Students Teaching and Advocating Resilience (STAR), undertook its first year in helping students teach others about aspects...

DeeAnna Reed, a senior business management major, spent seven weeks in Johannesburg, South Africa with a team from Campus Outreach.

Eagle expeditions: breaking barriers

Sarah Rogers, Features Editor August 20, 2018

Every week The Shield will feature a student who spent time in another country over the summer. This week, DeeAnna Reed shared about her seven-week trip to Johannesburg, South Africa. Driving home...

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