University of Southern Indiana

09/02/2026

After finding her passion for teaching in high school, Annie Patrick has spent her time at USI preparing for the classroom, and she's ready to inspire the next generation of students.

“If you had asked me what I wanted to do before my senior year of high school, I probably wouldn't have said teaching. It wasn't something I had always planned. It was more of a slow realization.

Growing up as the eldest sibling and cousin, I was always helping take care of my younger sisters and cousins. Looking back, I think that's where it all started. By the second semester of my senior year of high school, I knew elementary education was the path I wanted to take.

I started my college journey at Ivy Tech before transferring to USI. The transition didn't go exactly as planned. Because of transfer timing and paperwork, I had to take a gap semester before I could start classes here. At the time, it felt like a setback, but it ended up giving me the chance to build a strong support system with people from both Ivy Tech and USI.

One of my favorite parts of being at USI has been the relationships I've built with my professors. Having someone who is not only my professor but also an advisor I can go to for guidance has made a big difference. Knowing there's someone who genuinely wants to help you succeed makes college feel a little less overwhelming.

Right now, I'm completing year-long student teaching while finishing my degree, and it's teaching me just as much about time management as it is about being an educator. After graduation, I plan to continue at USI to earn my master's degree while teaching in a classroom.

“If you had asked me what I wanted to do before my senior year of high school, I probably wouldn't have said teaching. It wasn't something I had always planned. It was more of a slow realization."

09/01/2026

Screagles, it is going to be HOT this week.
💧 Stay hydrated - always carry a water bottle
🌳 Find shade - avoid direct sunlight for long periods of time
👕 Dress light - choose breathable fabrics
🏠 Take breaks - spend time somewhere cool, especially during peak heat

Contact USI Public Safety (812-492-7777) for any heat-related emergency.

08/28/2026

The University of Southern Indiana College of Liberal Arts will host its first Faculty Colloquia presentation of the Fall Semester at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 9 in Kleymeyer Hall (LA0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge.

Dr. Andy Buck, Chair of Sociology, will present Power and Praise: The Case of the Soviet Union.

University Strategic Communication August 28, 2026 Fall Liberal Arts Faculty Colloquium Series to begin September 9 College of Liberal Arts Events Speakers College of Liberal Arts Events Speakers The University of Southern Indiana College of Liberal Arts will host its first Faculty Colloquia present...

08/28/2026

Wear your white USI apparel this Sunday as usi_wsoc battles Big Ten foe Purdue! Rally towel giveaway to the first 100 fans and a free BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse 'Pizookie' coupon giveaway.

Let's pack Strassweg Field and support your Screaming Eagles!

08/27/2026

We know the River City Classic seems far off, but it'll be here before you know it! 🏀

Get prepared to cheer on your USI Men's Basketball Team as they face off against the University of Evansville on November 7 at the Ford Center.

River City Classic

08/27/2026

Yesterday, over 130 student organizations gathered on The Quad for the Fall Student Involvement Fair. Hear from some of our student leaders as they describe their organizations in 10 seconds or less 👀

Missed the fair? No problem, visit engage.usi.edu to find all of our student organizations in one place.

08/27/2026

Our Photo team captured some great smiles at the Student Involvement Fair!
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08/26/2026

08/26/2026

Addy Mathis always knew she wanted to pursue a career in dental hygiene—it was just a matter of finding the right place to begin that journey. When she discovered USI, she knew she had found her home.

“I almost didn't end up at USI. I was looking at dental hygiene programs, and there were only a few options in Indiana. I came to campus for a visit, and from the moment I stepped out of the car, I just knew. I had toured other colleges before, but I never felt connected to them. After my visit here, I went home, withdrew my other applications and waited for my acceptance. As soon as I got it, I committed. It just felt right.

Coming here from Columbus, Indiana, was a big change. I was three hours from home, and I was really shy. In high school, I wasn't involved in much, and I didn't have a lot of friends. My first semester was hard because I had to learn how to step outside my comfort zone. Looking back now, I think joining Orientation Leaders changed everything for me. It gave me confidence, lifelong friendships and a sense of purpose. I started as an Orientation Leader, then became a mentor, and now I get to help train and support the next group of student leaders. It's been incredible to see how much I've grown because of this place.

People always ask what makes USI different, and my answer is always the community. Everyone here wants you to succeed. My professors know me, my friends have become family and every organization I've joined has helped me become a more confident version of myself. Joining Tri Sigma gave me another group of people who constantly encourage me, challenge me and remind me that I'm capable of more than I think. I've never felt alone here.

I'm graduating with a degree in dental hygiene and a Spanish minor because I want every patient I care for to feel comfortable, understood and welcome. Being able to communicate with someone in their own language means a lot to me, and I hope it helps people feel seen.

I don't want to leave USI. This campus has become home. My dream is to come back one day, earn my master's degree, teach future dental hygiene students and give back to the place that has given me so much. If I can help even one student feel the way I felt when I first stepped on this campus, then I'll know I came full circle.”