UE Center for Inclusive Excellence

We had the honor of recognizing and celebrating our Fellow Scholar Seniors. We want to wish them all the best and continued success as they begin new journeys and continue to thrive in all they do!

This past weekend, we proudly recognized Zerah Priestly Carter, the first African American to graduate from the University of Evansville. She broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of students, leaving a lasting legacy on our campus.

In her honor, we dedicated a commemorative bench to serve as a space for reflection, recognition, and continued inspiration.

We also had the pleasure of hearing from Michael Woodard, who played a key role in advocating for the former Diversity and Inclusion now known as the Center for Inclusive Excellence.

Additionally, we were honored to hear from Zerah’s great nephew, who continues to represent and carry forward her legacy here in Evansville.

Her impact continues to inspire meaningful change within our community.

Lastly, we were able to recognize our seniors at the
UE African American Alumni Association Luncheon. They have all worked incredibly hard to get to this point and we are proud to honor them.

As we wrap up this week, let’s celebrate the power of diversity by recognizing Angela Davis, a woman who has dedicated her life to fighting for justice, equality, and change. As an activist, educator, and author, she has been a leading voice in civil rights, prison reform, and Black feminism, continuously challenging systems of inequality and advocating for those whose voices are often unheard.

Her work continues to remind us that diversity is more than just representation but it is about equity, inclusion, and understanding the experiences of others. When we embrace diversity, we create stronger communities, encourage new perspectives, and move closer to a more just and equal world.

Celebrating women who lead, inspire, and make space for others ✨

We are so grateful for Dr. Jelani Cobb, the beautiful choir and the incredible student panel. Thank you to everyone who came out and made this event so meaningful.

Honoring Dr. King by showing up for justice, unity, and change at the University of Evansville

Thank you to all who joined us in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The energy, support, and unity were truly special. Days like this remind us why community is so important.

Hey Aces!

Look out for our new series called Open Conversations!

It’s a space for all students to express themselves and share in community with each other!

More information will be coming soon! 💜🧡

The Center for Inclusive Excellence Presents: Clifton StrengthFinders Workshop on October 2nd at 5 pm located at Eyekamp 252! Secure your spot at CIE’s UEngage Page!

The Center for Inclusive Excellence marked National Voter Registration Day with a successful event featuring the League of Women Voters of Southwestern Indiana, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - ZZO Chapter, Evansville, Indiana, and NAACP EVV Branch 3048B!!!
These organizations engaged with students, facilitated voter registration, and fostered a positive atmosphere. The event drew a great turnout and smiles 😊 We look forward to future efforts & supporting one another. Changing lives and changing the world 💜🧡

Think you know your U.S. history, government, and civics? Put your knowledge to the test with a fun and fast-paced trivia game inspired by the official U.S. Citizenship Test! Whether you’re a history buff, a trivia lover, or just want to see how you’d stack up on points, this space is for you! Bring your friends, compete for bragging rights (and maybe prizes), and see who earns the title of “Campus Citizen Trivia Champ”!