Alumni Today
Stephen Markin ’76, finance, has taken the position of assistant vice president, branch relationship banker/manager at First Federal Savings Bank in Evansville.
Donna Cook Culley ’83, psychology, was promoted to director of Child and Family Services at Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare, Inc., in Evansville.
Tamara Fleischer Caliendo ’88, elementary education, has taken the position of senior marketing assistant/corporate sales manager at Tracy Zeller jewelry in Evansville.
Ron Sweeney ’91, accounting, is vice president of Consumer and Small Business Sales at Cincinnati Bell in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Catherine Fanello ’95, accounting, has joined Umbaugh, a financial advisory firm to local governments, as a senior associate in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Thomas Burkhardt ’96, communications, is the general manager at C.H. Robinson Worldwide in Newburgh, Indiana.
Gena Kingen Turner ’97, communication, is the owner and manager of This Little Soap of Mine in Evansville.
Jenny Medcraft ’98, computer information systems/German, retired in June from USI after ten years of employment. She was given the title of computer systems analyst emerita.
Christianna Scott Smith ’99, psychology, is an admissions coordinator for Kindred Healthcare in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Ryan Flener ’00, elementary education, ’09, Master in Education, has been promoted to assistant principal at Castle High School in Newburgh, Indiana.
Kent Stackhouse ’02, business administration, has joined Baker & McKenzie as an associate attorney in Washington, DC.
Holly Horne Smith ’03, marketing, has been named director of market research and planning for St. Mary’s Health System in Evansville.
Lauren Hennessy Mackey ’05, accounting and professional services, has been promoted to controller at Highland Mining Company, LLC a division of Patriot Coal Corporation in Waverly, Kentucky.
Kimberly Ottilie ’06, political science, has joined the Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana as vice president of public policy.
Dustin Smith ’06, sociology, joined Plunkett Cooney as a member of the firm’s banking, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights litigation practice in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Jason Goodwin ’07, social science teaching, the Junior State of America club at Kofa High School has been recognized for finishing third in the nation for the National Civic Impact Award in Yuma, Arizona.
Mallory Minor ’08, marketing, has joined AXIOM as an assistant media buyer in Evansville.
Jamie Johnson ’09, chemistry, is a student at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Abigail Williams ’10, kinesiology, is an administrative assistant for the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis, Indiana.
William Barnes ’11, social work, has been hired as a behavior supports specialist for Evansville ARC.
Stacy Woodall Gladish ’12, health services, is a patient access supervisor at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Evansville.
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News & Announcements
USI names new Assistant Dean
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Mayola Rowser '95 M'99 has accepted the postion of assistant dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions.
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Nursing class earns 100 percent
| The May 2012 undergraduate nursing program graduates from the University of Southern Indiana achieved a 100 percent first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Exam for nurses |
Founders' Day honorees

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Two alumni, a faculty member, and a volunteer recognized at the Founders' Day Luncheon, September 18.
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USI recognized as emerging leaders

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Seven USI graduates, including one current administrator, are featured in Evansville Business Journal's 2012 "20 Under 40," an annual list of emerging leaders..
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Alumni among ATHENA finalists

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Three USI graduates are among the ten finalists for the 2012 ATHENA Award, an honor presented annually to an outstanding female leader in the Evansville community. The final ATHENA Award winner will be announced October 19 at a luncheon. |
Ground Breaking for the USI Teaching Theatre
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The University of Southern Indiana's ground breaking for its highly-anticipated $16.7 million Teaching Theatre was August 14. |
Mann recognized for 35 years of service

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When Carol Mann '90 began employment at USI in 1970, she was the lone cashier in the Business Office. She worked using an electric typewriter and quickly met (literally) everyone on campus because all employees where required to pick up their paychecks from the cashier’s window each pay day.
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Chandler '01 takes top Alumni Role
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Mark Chandler '01 of Evansville has been named chair of USI’s Alumni Council. He will serve a one year term. |
Alumni Trip to London & Paris
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Enjoy the best of London and Paris on this 8-day leisurely tour. All the top sights are included.
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USI Eagle Hour
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The USI Alumni Association invites alumni, members of the December 2012 Graduating Class, and Student Alumni Association members to gather for an informal alumni networking reception on Thursday, October 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Tradition Lounge in University Center East.
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Energizing Indiana a community outreach and enrichment program
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USI Alumni Association is participating in a Community Outreach & Enrichment program with Energizing Indiana to Reduce energy costs and increase scholarship dollars for USI Students!
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Eagle Pride
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Support and promote USI by purchasing a USI plate for your vehicle! |
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