Young Professionals Alliance

10/22/2026

Stepping away from our daily routines to serve lunch at the Evansville Rescue Mission was a powerful reminder that small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. ✨

It was a rewarding experience to support an organization dedicated to helping individuals find hope, stability, and a path forward.

ERM Staff was also gracious enough to provide us with a full tour where we saw firsthand how they provide housing support, recovery services, job readiness programs, and other resources that help individuals build a stronger future.

👏🏻Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time today and to the Evansville Rescue Mission for having us!

10/15/2026

🚨 There are a few spots left for our Volunteer Day!

🫴 Join us as we volunteer at the Evansville Rescue Mission!

🍽️ Participants will help serve lunch to residents, offering not only a warm meal but also a sense of community. This is a meaningful way to give back, connect with fellow young professionals, and make a direct impact on the lives of those in need.

🗓️ October 22nd
⌚️ 12pm-1pm
📍 Evansville Rescue Mission

‼️ Registration is limited to the first 15 individuals due to space constraints! Secure your spot today.

👉 https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-volunteer-day-evansville-rescue-mission-1890601?sourceTypeId=Website

10/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for yesterday's YPA Lunch & Learn: AI Isn’t Spooky! We had a great discussion about how artificial intelligence is changing the workplace as well as our personal usage of it and what those changes mean for young professionals.

A special thank you to Dr. Srishti Srivastava from the University of Southern Indiana for sharing research, practical insights, and challenging us to think beyond the technology itself and focus on the skills that matter to evaluate and apply information effectively. One of the biggest takeaways? Practically treating AI like a fast and eager first-year intern. It drafts, while you edit, verify, and own the result.

Although this was our last Lunch & Learn of 2026, we're excited to continue bringing opportunities for young professionals to learn, connect, and grow together.
We’d love to see you at our next event, Coffee & Connections (Speed Networking Style) on November 17th. Register Today: https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-coffee-connections-1918089?sourceTypeId=Website

10/12/2026

🚨 Join us for tomorrow's AI Lunch & Learn with Dr. Srivastava, an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Program Coordinator for the Computer Science program in the Romain College of Business at the USI!

🤖 Artificial intelligence has moved from headlines to daily workflows faster than most organizations have been able to keep up with. This interactive discussion cuts through the hype to focus on something more useful: what these tools are genuinely good at, where they fall short, and how young professionals can continue to build real fluency with them regardless of job title or technical background.

👻 IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!
⌚️ 11:30am-1pm
📍 Innovation Pointe
🍽️ Lunch is included with your ticket

https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-lunch-learn-ai-isn-t-spooky-1869741?sourceTypeId=Website

10/06/2026

👋 Meet the speaker for next week's "AI Isn't Spooky" Lunch & Learn, Dr. Srishti Srivastava!

🏆 Dr. Srivastava is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Program Coordinator for the Computer Science program in the Romain College of Business at the University of Southern Indiana (USI). She earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Mississippi State University, specializing in parallel and distributed systems with a minor in artificial intelligence.

📚 At USI, Dr. Srivastava teaches core undergraduate courses in object-oriented programming, computing systems, and artificial intelligence, as well as applied graduate-level coursework in the MBA program's AI track.

✨ Beyond the classroom, she actively contributes to national professional organizations like IEEE-TCPP, has held leadership roles for top high-performance computing educational workshops, and frequently shares her expertise on AI infrastructure and data centers through public media appearances on PBS WNIN NewsMakers. Deeply committed to broadening participation in STEM, she served as the faculty advisor for the Girls Who Code College Loop chapter at USI, helping inspire and empower women in technology to actively bridge the gender gap in the computer science field across the Greater Evansville area.

👻 AI Isn't Spooky Lunch & Learn:
🗓️ October 13th
⌚️ 11:30am-1pm
📍 Innovation Pointe

Seats are limited! Secure your spot today:
https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-lunch-learn-ai-isn-t-spooky-1869741?sourceTypeId=Website

09/13/2026

08/11/2026

🏓🥒 Lets pickle, YPs!

Join the Young Professionals Alliance for a fun, active evening! This event is an active and engaging way to connect with fellow young professionals in a fun, low-pressure environment. Whether you’re brand new to the game or already know your way around the court, this event is designed for all skill levels!

✨ August 27th from 5-7:30pm at 3rd Shot Pickleball!

👉 We’ll kick things off with a brief Pickleball 101 overview for anyone new to the game, followed by open play. Enjoy a mix of standard court time and a special Glow Night experience.
👉 Paddles and balls will be available for anyone who needs equipment, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish!
👉 3rd Shot Pickleball also has light food options available for purchase, including individual pizzas, chicken tenders, mozzarella cheese sticks.
👉 Beverages will also be available for purchase at the bar.

✨ 5:00-5:30PM: Welcome introduction & open networking
✨ 5:30-6:00PM: Pickleball 101 introductory class for anyone new to the game
✨ 5:30-6:45PM: Open play with regular court lighting
✨ 6:45-7:30PM: Play under the glow lights and enjoy the Glow Night experience for a unique twist

🎟️ $10 per person:
Participants will need to call the 3rd Shot front desk at 812-940-2800 to register and receive the discounted rate of $10. Payment can be made either over the phone at the time of registration or at the door on the day of the event. The event will be open to both members and non-members, and the 3rd Shot Pickleball staff will ensure the appropriate pricing and discount are applied during registration.

🎒 What to Bring:
Comfortable/appropriate clothes and athletic shoes, a water bottle to stay hydrated, and a great attitude!

Register at the link in our bio!

07/31/2026

🏓 The YPA Pickleball Social is an active and engaging way to connect with fellow young professionals in a fun, low-pressure environment. Whether you’re brand new to the game or already know your way around the court, this event is designed for all skill levels!

✨ August 27th from 5-7:30pm at 3rd Shot Pickleball!

👉 3rd Shot Pickleball also has light food options available for purchase, including individual pizzas, chicken tenders, mozzarella cheese sticks.Beverages will also be available for purchase at the bar.

✨ 5:00-5:30PM: Welcome introduction & open networking
✨ 5:30-6:00PM: Pickleball 101 introductory class for anyone new to the game
✨ 5:30-6:45PM: Open play with regular court lighting
✨ 6:45-7:30PM: Play under the glow lights and enjoy the Glow Night experience for a unique twist

🎟️ $10 per person:
Participants will need to call the 3rd Shot front desk at 812-940-2800 to register and receive the discounted rate of $10. Payment can be made either over the phone at the time of registration or at the door on the day of the event. The event will be open to both members and non-members, and the 3rd Shot Pickleball staff will ensure the appropriate pricing and discount are applied during registration.

🎒 What to Bring:
Comfortable/appropriate clothes and athletic shoes, a water bottle to stay hydrated, and a great attitude! Paddles and balls will be available for anyone who needs equipment, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish!

Register:
https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-pickleball-social-1762738?sourceTypeId=Website

07/30/2026

🤩🌟 YPs, we had a PHENOMENAL day at the annual YP Conference yesterday! Thank you to everyone who made this event possible- especially our sponsors, the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership team, our Steering Committee, and the incredible speakers!

📸 Your headshots should be available next week! Thank you, Greers N Motion!

👋 See you at Coffee & Connections! Details below:
https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/ypa-coffee-connections-1758171?sourceTypeId=Website

07/23/2026

💥 Meet our final Breakout Speakers, Mackenzie Gammans and Cami Mitchell! These two shining stars are doctoral students in clinical psychology at the University of Evansville.

👉 Mackenzie has experience in teaching and providing clinical services. She is passionate about making psychology approachable, reducing mental health stigma, and helping people better understand themselves, others, and the world around them. Her goal is to bridge the gap between psychological research and applications to everyday life through education and conversation.

👉 Cami has experience providing mental health services including psychotherapy and psychological testing. While aiming to understand people within their unique contexts, her passions include advocacy for compassionate and accessible care, multicultural awareness and respect, and community involvement.

🗓️ July 29th
⌚️ 9am-3pm
📍 Bally's Evansville

🤝 Explore our featured nonprofit organizations to discover volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved.
📸 Free Headshots
🍽️ A catered lunch will be provided, along with snacks and refreshments throughout the day.

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSES IN THE MORNING. It is the LAST CHANCE to secure your ticket to the conference!
🎟️: https://members.evansvilleregion.com/events/Details/2026-yp-conference-1565373?sourceTypeId=Website