Family Weekend Schedule & Activities

Start your Family Weekend here! Pick up your weekend schedule, campus map, swag bag, and family buttons. Enjoy light refreshments, stop by information tables, and take a family photo to remember the weekend.

Check out the current exhibit at the Kenneth P. McCutchan Art Center/Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Gallery. 

Join your student for dinner in The Loft, USI’s main campus cafeteria. Families are welcome to enjoy a Hispanic-themed menu specially prepared for Family Weekend.

✨ Enjoy themed music, fun activities, and play Latin/x Bingo (Lotería) throughout the evening!

Students may use their meal plan or Munch Money. Families may pay à la carte or use their student’s Munch Money.

Come together to share a meal, experience campus dining, and celebrate the flavors, sounds, and culture of Hispanic heritage!

Menu is available online. 

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us for an outdoor movie night outside the Residence Life Community Center. Relax under the stars with your family, friends, and fellow Screaming Eagles as we enjoy a fun film together. Snacks will be provided!

Movie title coming soon. 

This Women's Tennis Tournament is an individual flighted tournament (no USI as a team vs. another team opponent). It will be held at Wesselman Tennis Center and is an all-day, each-day event. 

We encourage you to dine out with your family this weekend. Many memorable conversations happen at the dinner table. Evansville offers countless restaurants, and many of them have discounts for USI students.

*Many discounts require the student to show their student ID, so don't forget it!

Start your Family Weekend here! Pick up your weekend schedule, campus map, swag bag, and family buttons. Enjoy light refreshments, stop by information tables, and take a family photo to remember the weekend.

Enjoy a special Family Weekend tradition—Brunch with University Leadership. Meet Archie, the USI mascot, and hear from President Steven Bridges and Provost Dr. Shelly Blunt as they share exciting updates about the University of Southern Indiana. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast while dining alongside university leadership. 

📍 Location: University Center West, Carter Hall
⏰ Time: 10 a.m.
💲 Cost: $15 per person

Must make reservations in advance. 

Stop by the USI Campus Store during Family Weekend to stock up on Screaming Eagles gear, gifts, and campus essentials. Show your school spirit with the latest USI apparel and take home a keepsake to remember your weekend on campus. 

If you’re not attending Brunch with University Leadership or wish to grab something later in the day, join us for Brunch in the Loft, USI’s main dining hall. Students may use a meal swipe or munch money. Families can pay for meals individually or use the student’s munch money. Families with Family Weekend Vouchers will receive 20% off family meals on Saturday and Sunday.

Enjoy an afternoon of fun and friendly competition in Rice Plaza! Families can play classic yard games like Corn Hole, Giant Connect 4, and Jenga, or head inside Cone Dining in the UCE to relax with a variety of board games. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Get creative during Family Weekend at our Paint & Sip event! Guided by local artist Tony Trip, you’ll paint your own masterpiece to take home. The ticket price includes all painting supplies, aprons, instruction, and your art surface.

📍 Location: University Center East, Rooms 2217–2220
⏰ Times: Session 1 — 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Session 2 — 2–3:30 p.m.
💲 Cost: $15 per USI student | $20 per family member
🎟️ Reservations required. Limited seating available—purchase your ticket in advance.

Sponsored by Bronstein Center for Health Aging - Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions

The Minka Learning Lab for Living Well is a 640-square-foot smart home showcase for living-in-place with integrated technology. Enjoy some delicious ice cream while touring the Minka.

Make Your Own S’mores
Sponsored by USI Dining (Sodexo)

Gather around and enjoy a classic fall treat! Create your own s’mores with gooey marshmallows, melty chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers. A sweet way to spend time with family and friends during Family Weekend!

Make a splash at the Archie Duck Dash in the Aquatic Center! Families can purchase a duck, personalize it at the fun “duck”-oration station, and then team up to race their duck across the pool using a water gun.

"Duck" oration station open 12-2:30 p.m. 

🏁 Race Times: 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
🎟️ Reserve your duck today—spaces are limited!

Make a splash at the Archie Duck Dash in the Aquatic Center! Families can purchase a duck, personalize it at the fun “duck”-oration station, and then team up to race their duck across the pool using a water gun.

"Duck" oration station open 12-2:30 p.m. 

🏁 Race Times: 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
🎟️ Reserve your duck today—spaces are limited!

Join us for a special moment with Archibald T. Eagle—better known as Archie, the heart and soul of Screagle spirit! Since his debut in the 1970s, Archie has been a proud ambassador of the University of Southern Indiana, rallying fans, welcoming families, and spreading joy across campus.

📸 Snap a photo, share a high-five, or just soak in the energy as Archie brings his signature charm to Family Weekend. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong Screagle, this is your chance to meet the mascot who embodies our pride, perseverance, and playfulness.

Let’s celebrate tradition, connection, and the power of school spirit—Archie-style!

The USI Archaeology Lab, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts building, will be open for visitors. Artifacts from our excavations will be on display for visitors to see. Dr. Strezewski will be on hand to answer any questions about Indiana archaeology.

Take a spin around The Spin during Family Weekend to see where our students' award-winning broadcasts are produced and aired.  All USI students interested in radio can gain experience in all aspects of radio broadcasting, including programming, production, news, sports, and other areas at this state-of-the-art facility. 

The Spin and the Radio and Television (RTV) Program consistently earn high rankings according to the Broadcast Education Association (BEA). This year, BEA ranked USI as sixth in audio programs, 27th in sports programs and 22nd overall out of over 150 schools in the nation.

The University Archives & Special Collections will host an open house. Make sure to stop in to see artifacts from the local area and the University. They will also be showing movies from the archives including World War II newsreels, 1937 in Review and the History of the Submarine. 

Try your hand at Disc Golf. Equipment can be checked out in the Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center. Disc Golf course is located on the back side of Parking Lot F. 

Join Robert Gober between the Aquatic Center and the Arena from 2–4 p.m. for guidance on exploring USI’s scenic trails. He’ll help you choose the best route based on your preferences and abilities:

• Paved Trails: Bluff Area (behind Theatre Support)

• Easy Unpaved Trails: Stone Creek Bed (South Trails)

• Moderate Unpaved Trails: Waterfall (Bent Twig) with slight drop-offs

All trails are under 0.5 miles, with additional markers to make navigation simple. For those seeking a bigger challenge, Robert can point out longer routes on the map. Come ready to enjoy the outdoors, explore at your own pace, and connect with fellow USI families!

We encourage you to dine out with your family this weekend. Many memorable conversations happen at the dinner table. Evansville offers countless restaurants, and many of them have discounts for USI students.

*Many discounts require the student to show their student ID, so don't forget it!

Family Trivia Night

Put your knowledge to the test at Family Trivia Night! Gather your family and friends for an evening of friendly competition, laughs, and fun facts. Teams will face off in multiple rounds of trivia covering a wide range of topics—from pop culture and history to USI pride. Prizes will be awarded to top teams, and all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

We will take a break so everyone can attend the Magician. 

Daniel Martin has quickly become one of the most sought-after performers in the nation. His high-energy performances are a thrilling fusion of incredible sleight of hand & playful sleight of mind that have been breaking attendance records at theaters & universities worldwide. He has been awarded Best Variety Artist, Best Male Performer, and the coveted Entertainer of the Year. In addition, he was recognized in the College Market as the highest rated/best reviewed touring artist two years in a row! 

His award-winning magic has been seen on the BBC, NETFLIX, CBS, NBC, Discovery & hosting his breakout hit travel show Tricks & Travels. Daniel is hailed by his peers as one of the most creative performers working, with some of the biggest names in entertainment frequently choosing him to consult on their TV projects such as the hit shows Scam School, Magic for Humans and Big Trick Energy.

Sneak Peek of Magician Daniel Martin

Sponsored by Center for Campus Life  

This Women's Tennis Tournament is an individual flighted tournament (no USI as a team vs. another team opponent). It will be held at Wesselman Tennis Center and is an all-day, each-day event. 

Join us for Brunch in The Loft, USI’s main dining hall! Students may use a meal swipe or Munch Money, while families can pay individually or use their student’s Munch Money. Families with Family Weekend Vouchers will also receive 20% off family meals on Saturday and Sunday.

Before heading home, we encourage families to enjoy one last meal together and make Brunch in The Loft part of your Family Weekend tradition!

Women’s Soccer vs. Southeast Missouri State University – Senior Day
Cheer on the Screaming Eagles as they take on Southeast Missouri State University! Join us in celebrating our seniors and all they’ve contributed to USI Women’s Soccer.

📅 Sunday, September 28 @ 1:05 p.m. 
📍 Strassweg Field on the USI Campus

Come out, show your Eagle pride, and honor our graduating seniors!