Evansville Fire Chief to deliver USI Alumni in Residence lecture

The University of Southern Indiana Bachelor of Professional Studies Program and the College of Liberal Arts are excited to welcome Evansville Fire Chief Mike Connelly as the presenter of the Alumni in Residence lecture. The event will take place at noon Wednesday, April 12 in Kleymeyer Hall, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. This event is open to the public at no charge. 

Connelly has been with the Evansville Fire Department for 27 years and has served as Fire Chief since January of 2012.  

“Mike Connelly is a great example of the success that many adult learners experience when they return to USI,” says Lee Ann Shafer, Bachelor of Professional Studies Program Advisor and event co-organizer. “He gained academic credit through prior learning as a firefighter, and he took a fresh approach to each class he completed for his degree.” 

During the lecture, Connelly will discuss his career path to become Fire Chief and will share his experiences as a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Professional Studies program. This event is a unique opportunity for students, faculty, staff and the public to learn from his insights and experiences. 

The Alumni in Residence program is designed to bring successful USI alumni back to campus to share their experiences and provide guidance to current students. The program highlights the diverse career paths of USI graduates and proves the value of a USI education. 

For more information, visit USI.edu/air.