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Bishop White joins University of Evansville 150th anniversary
EVANSVILLE, Ind. -- Bishop Woodie W. White joined Sesquicentennial Founders Day celebration activities at the University of Evansville.
White spoke Sunday, Feb. 29 in Neu Chapel. His address was titled "Of Head and Heart."
In honor of the importance of this 150th anniversary of the University, the State of Indiana General Assembly has adopted House Resolution honoring the University of Evansville for providing "quality education for 150 years and proclaimed Feb. 29 as University of Evansville Day in Indiana."
Founders Day marked the premiere of a new musical piece "Arise, Shine, for your Light Has Come" composed especially for EU's 150th anniversary by Robert Nicholls, music director at the First Presbyterian Church in Evansville. The text comes from Isaiah 60:1, 24: 23 and Revelation 22:5. Women of the University Choir performed the piece. University Organist Douglas Reed accompanied the choir which was conducted by UE Choral Music Director Johnny Poon.
Founders Day ceremonies are held each year in observance of four important events in the history of UE:
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Feb. 8, 1810: John C. Moore, founder of Moores Hill College, was born.
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Feb. 10, 1854: Moores Hill Institute was incorporated.
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Feb. 17, 1919: The school was relocated and Evansville College was incorporated.
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Feb. 17, 1967: The University of Evansville was incorporated.
During this Sesquicentennial ceremony, UE honored current entities responsible for bringing Moores Hill College to Evansville to begin Evansville College in 1919, They include the Metropolitan Evansville Chamber of Commerce, the City of Evansville, Indiana Area of The United Methodist Church and the Evansville Courier and Press.
UE President Stephen G. Jennings said the visionary efforts of these organizations allowed Evansville College and later the University of Evansville to grow into the institution it is today.
For the first time ever in the University's history three UE presidents were on hand for the ceremony including Jennings (2001-present), Wallace B. Graves (1967-1987) and James S. Vinson (1987-2001).
Following the convocation, the 2003 Alumni Association Awards Banquet honored a volunteer, a young alumna, a distinguished alumnus and a honorary alumni.
The Edie Bates Alumni Volunteer Service Award was given to Jerry A. Linzy, a 1966 UE alumnus and senior managing partner and chief operating officer of Jerold Panas, Linzy & Partners. He has been a lifetime helper at UE and has served as the director of alumni relations at UE in the 1970, a member of the University's Board of Trustees and past president of the UE Alumni Association.
The Young Alumnus Award was given to Sharon D. Grandberry, a 1997 UE alumna. She was recognized for her career and educational accomplishments. She has worked in a variety of capacities in consulting, instructional curriculum design, project management, facilitation and Web development and was featured in March 2003 issue of Black Enterprise Magazine.
The Distinguished Alumna Award was given to Larry Mackey, a 1973 UE alumnus, an attorney with Barnes and Thornburg of Indianapolis. He currently concentrates his practice on federal litigation. He worked with lead prosecutor Joseph Hartzler in the Oklahoma City bombing trial of Timothy McVeigh. He also lead the prosecution team for the trial of Terry Nichols.
The Samuel Orr Honorary Alumni Award was given to Burkley and Sharon McCarthy for their years of support and service to UE. They are active volunteers and quiet philanthropists throughout the city.
Last updated on 04/19/2004