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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bath & Body Works is coming to 600 colleges. Are USI, UE among them?
Bath & Body Works is hitting the books. The personal products retailer plans to sell its items in over 600 college campus stores for the 2025-2026 academic year, including the University of Southern Indiana, University of Evansville and several other Indiana campuses. Bath & Body Works has partnered with ICM Distributing Company, working with national chains such as Barnes & Noble College- and Follett-operated bookstores, as well as independent campus retailers, according to Chief Merchandising Officer Betsy Schumacher. Students will see one of four different fixtures at their college bookstore, depending on size. The largest, free-standing kiosk will be at all Follett-managed stores. Other bookstores will offer smaller fixtures, end cap options and products at the checkout. What products will be available at college campuses? A variety of Bath & Body Works products will be available on college campuses, including body creams and lotions, fragrance mists, Wallflower diffusers, PocketBac hand sanitizers, lip products such as glosses and scrubs, hand soap and three-wick candles, Schumacher said. Scents available will include standouts such as Champagne Toast, Mahogany Teakwood and Clean House Vibes are standout scents. Indiana campuses to have Bath & Body Works products Bath & Body Works products will be available at the following Indiana colleges: Ball State University Butler University Indiana State University Indiana University (Bloomington and Indianapolis) Saint Mary's College University of Evansville University of Notre Dame University of Southern Indiana Other colleges and universities with Bath & Body Works kiosks Contact Midwest Connect reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cjackson@ or 317-444-6264. Follow her on @cherylvjackson or Bluesky: @ This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Bath & Body Works to be sold on college campuses. Where in Indiana? Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Impact of Trumps travel ban in the Tri-State
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — President Donald Trump's complete travel ban of 12 countries and a partial ban of 7 others certainly has implications on an international level, but a University of Evansville professor says even locally some impacts can be felt. Dr. Amanda Krause is the dean of the college of arts and sciences with her phd in political science. She says that message comes with ripple effects. 'It kind of sends a message to the international community that the United States as a country wants to limit the influx of people into the country,' Krause said. 'The way you would see that in a community like Evansville is that you might see a decrease in some economic activity.' This policy from the Trump administration is similar to the one that went into effect during the president's first term in 2016. Since the first travel ban UE leaders say the university has seen a decline in international students. Dr. Krause says a number of factors can contribute to that decline but these bans play a role. 'This particular travel ban and more broadly speaking this administrations' policies in the last 100 days are probably sending a message internationally that will result in lower international student enrollment across the country, likely I can't say 100 percent,' Krause said. Away from campus some in the community say they were shocked by the decision. Haiti was one of the 12 countries completely banned from travel into the U.S. The Haitian Group of Evansville provided a statement. Below is their full statement: 'Like many, we were surprised by the President's announcement of a travel ban last night. Weare actively researching the details of this policy to ensure we can provide clear, accurateinformation to our Haitian neighbors in Evansville and across Southwest Haitian Resource Center is a nonprofit organization that empowers the Haitian communityby offering vital resources, opportunities, and support. Our top priority at this time is to ensureour community is informed and prepared, and we remain committed to standing with themthrough this uncertainty.' Director, Haitian Center of Evansville Gelina Mascoe Dr. Krause says she doesn't expect the bans and restrictions to be as contentious as it was in 2016 because the administration gave a more detailed list as to why countries were banned. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
03-05-2025
- BBC News
Harlaxton Manor near Grantham offer bluebell woodland walks
A Grade I listed manor house turned college, which is rarely open to the public, will welcome visitors for a weekend, officials have Manor in Grantham, Lincolnshire, will allow guests to explore a bluebell walk through its woodland on Saturday and Sunday 3 and 4 1831-built house is home to Harlaxton College, which is the British campus for the University of Evansville in the United States, and is situated within 300-acres of parkland and Holly Carter, dean of the college, said she was "ecstatic" to be holding the event and added: "It is a particular favourite of ours in the yearly calendar." "The bluebells add such a distinct and beautiful splash of colour to our historic grounds," Dr Carter addition to the bluebell walk, guests will also be able to join a guided tour of the walled garden, which is undergoing said, when complete, the site will be "reimagined" with a sensory garden, medicinal garden and orchard, as well as a community and educational for the event will be available at the manor on the day. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
UE receives $500K estate gift from Emeritus Trustee
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The University of Evansville received a $500,000 estate gift from an Emeritus Trustee. The university says M. Stephen Harkness gave the gift to benefit five endowed scholarships named in memory and in honor of his family and loved ones. Evansville's New Tech Institute to hold send off for robotics team Officials say Harkness' lifetime giving to the University includes almost $1.2 million for several areas including scholarships, capital projects and operational funding. Officials state the gift will provide vital financial assistance to students with an emphasis on those from Wood Memorial High School in Oakland City and the surrounding region. 'Steve Harkness' generosity has already made an immeasurable impact on the University of Evansville. His friendship to us has been invaluable as he has provided graciously through his philanthropy, volunteerism, and as an active alumnus,' said Abigail L. Werling, Vice President for University Advancement. 'This gift ensures that his dedication to student success will continue in perpetuity, creating significant opportunities for generations of Aces. We are truly grateful for Steve's commitment to UE and for his life-changing investment in our students.' 'I am proud to support the University of Evansville and its students,' said Harkness. 'UE played a pivotal role in shaping my career and values, and I want to ensure that future students have the same opportunities for success.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Meet 2025 Remarkable Women winner: Casey DePriest
NEWBURGH, Ind. (WEHT)- Over the last month, Eyewitness News has introduced women in the Tri-State who work tirelessly to make a difference in the community. Today we meet Casey DePriest, the woman who works to make life easier for those in our community who need to be heard. On any given day, you can find Casey DePriest at Optimal ACCESS Academy in Newburgh, working with some of the most vulnerable in our community. 'Our world needs everybody. Everybody was created for a purpose.' Casey says. It's that philosophy that drives DePriest to work with children and adults with autism, several of which are nonverbal like Joey. Casey spent two days with Joey assessing his needs for therapy. His family traveled 4 hours for the intake. Before Casey was opening schools and non-profit organizations using the latest research to help neurodivergent minds, she was a student in Columbus, Indiana- wondering which career field would suit her best. Both of her parents worked as teachers. Casey says, 'So I grew up in that environment. I Knew that wasn't my path.. and so that's why I went into music therapy. But it's kind of come full circle that, you know, I very much participate in education every single day and, and advocate for kids to have an education and a meaningful, equitable education.'After graduating from the University of Evansville, Casey interned at the Welborn Mulberry Center before opening Integrative Music Therapy in the early 2000's. 'in 2010, we finally got our first clinic, and our first clinic was in Evansville. And then since then, we've grown twice and are now here in Newburgh.' A few years later, Optimal Rhythms was born, now known as Optimal ACCESS. 'As we transition from traditional music therapy to neurologic music therapy and got some advanced training, we started to recognize, oh my goodness, like, there are things that we've been missing in the individuals that we served.' However, Casey noticed her Autistic clients' responses to therapy was inconsistent, 'So in, 2011, I was, introduced to some new research about autism that was more neurologic instead of behavioral. So in our practice, as we're approaching things from this, paradigm, we started to see big, big changes in the ways that our clients were responding in the way that they were able to access their body… These kids are completely understanding what it is that we're saying to them. Completely understanding what we're asking them to do. The breakdown is them carrying out the motor to do it. ' Casey and her team continued their research, then 11 years ago a non-verbal client named Josh was able to communicate with Casey that further education was needed. 'He spelled out 'Ms. Casey, you have to start a school, or I'm going to age out of school and never get an education.' And that that was the shift. I couldn't argue with that, and that's been the inspiration for so much of the work that we've done here,' said DePriest. So start a school she did. And it didn't take long before ACCESS Academy was born. 'That stands for assuming confidence can ensure student success. We believe that the first step is to believe that these kids are capable.' The academy opened a whole world for both children and adults. 'Just seeing that glimmer of hope that they get when somebody gets them. But I am just so passionate that I want to train more people to do what we do.' And the program don't stop with ACCESS Academy. 'Access to Academics. is a home education program for families who are having a hard time getting the supports that they need so they support them at home. We have Access Family which is an intensive summer program and Access Parents which is a support group.' Casey and her team work with at least 125 individuals a week, ranging in age from 2 to 67 years old, and are constantly looking for ways to improve their therapy programs. 'We listen to individuals because they have the solutions. These individuals who are sitting in these bodies listening to us while we jabber all day. They are the ones with the good ideas. They know what is needed.' One such example came from Noel. Noel has attended camp at Optimal ACCESS, taken classes and graduated with a high school diploma. Since then, the state of Indiana has asked him to serve on a board to advocate for disability rights. 'We submitted his idea to train direct support professionals who support non-speaking people in the community, and our project was accepted.'Casey also helped to create the Rethinking Autism Conference. It's held at USI and sold out last year, and making a return this week. 'We're super excited because we're going to get to have one day of, presentations and really exciting presentations. And then the second day will be workshops.' She is also currently participating in the Arizona State Micro School Entrepreneurial Fellowship for her innovation in education. It's easy to see why Casey is so remarkable. 'I'm kind of a disrupter. And I think that brings energy,' she says. She credits the support of her husband and two children for her work with the autistic community, as well as the brilliant minds of her co-workers to reach individuals who often get left behind. 'I think it speaks to the sacrifice that I've made and my family has made to allow me to do this…I hope our story reaches far. And it helps inspire and encourage more and more people,' says DePriest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
