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Behind the Scenes at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis Commencement
Meet the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis team who work tirelessly for months so graduates can shine.
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Meet the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis team who work tirelessly for months so graduates can shine.
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The Indianapolis campus received 178 gifts totaling $45,106 for the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Day 2026, the College’s annual Day of Giving.
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An open letter to new graduates from the Alumni Council, welcoming you to the alumni family!
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This essay follows Grant Stickler, a non-traditional student studying engineering who stepped away from college and returned on his own terms. At Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios, he found both academic support and a strong sense of community. His story emphasizes that success is not defined by a traditional or linear path.
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Nine Questions for the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis Interim Chancellor
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A partnership between Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis and H&R Block provided accounting students with real-world experience preparing taxes during the busiest time of the tax season.
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An evening celebrating bourbon, cuisine, and community, on Thursday, May 7, at Courses Restaurant on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis campus.
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Hands-on camps give students an inside look at biotechnology, engineering, robotics, and other STEM careers
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New report shows the immense impact of the college’s students, alumni and operations.
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Meet Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ 2026 Commencement Grand Marshal and Mace Bearer Rose Wilson, Early Childhood Education Program Chair and Associate Professor, in this Q&A.
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The Ivy Indy Art Gallery reopened in a new location on March 19 with the 12th Annual Student Juried Exhibition, showcasing artwork from Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis and Indiana University Indianapolis students.
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On the first day of spring, students, staff, and faculty came together for the Soil, Sweat, & Suds Community Garden Service Project to help prepare the garden for the upcoming growing season.
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What began as a student externship at My Sugar Pie has grown into nearly a decade-long journey that now finds Noe Plata Alvarado leading the Zionsville bakery. Read the story of one of more than a dozen Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis baking and pastry students who have stepped into Kelly Maucere’s kitchen and turned hands-on learning into lasting careers.
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As spring cleaning season nears, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ IvyCares team has launched a Spring Cleaning Drive to help stock the pantry with essential cleaning supplies for students. Here’s a list of supplies IvyCares is collecting.
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Christy Weaver’s recipe for success began at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis, where hands-on learning and the right connections helped turn her passion for baking into a thriving career. Now the lead baker at My Sugar Pie, Weaver is part of a powerful cycle of mentorship that is opening doors for the next generation of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios baking and pastry students.
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UPDATE: To give Marion County teens more time to get creative, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis and IndyGo are extending the submission deadline for the Design-A-Bus contest (March 27).
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What began as a plan to earn an associate degree became a launchpad for leadership, scholarships and service. Today, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis alumna Shamari Garrett is building a career in psychology and community advocacy — and encouraging others to simply ask for help.
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After enrolling in the HVAC program, Steven Bagienski secured a competitive internship and full-time position with Siemens before even graduating. His journey highlights how Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s combined hands-on training, career coaching, and employer partnerships can turn a skilled trade credential into long-term career stability and upward mobility.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis is proud to announce that Ernest Malone, Indianapolis Fire Department Chief, will serve as its 2026 Commencement Speaker and receive an honorary degree from the College.
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Waitlisted from the four-year college she thought she would attend, Kaylee Harris found an unexpected calling in the welding lab at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis. Now an Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios alumna and professional welder, she is building a career in a high-demand field while proving that women belong in the trades.
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Resumes were exchanged, and interviews were scheduled at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis Part-Time Job & Internship Fair. Discover how this high-energy event is helping students gain experience, build professional confidence, and step directly into Central Indiana’s growing workforce.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis celebrated its employees the day before Valentine’s Day, honoring milestones, retirees, and the progress made on Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indy: Reimagined for the Future.
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Ivy Indy’s new Construction Skills Training Program allows students to gain foundational construction skills, industry-recognized credentials, and hands-on experience in just one semester – helping meet the growing demand for construction professionals across the state.
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This Valentine’s Day, meet the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios couples and companions who found each other on the Indianapolis campus.
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The fifth edition of Ivy Indy Magazine marks a bold shift to an interactive, digital-first experience—spotlighting the people, programs, and partnerships shaping Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis. From The Toolbelt Generation to alumni impact and student transformation, this issue invites you to explore the people and ideas building what's next for not just our city, but the state.
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The Indiana Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education Central Indiana chapter has launched an advanced manufacturing apprenticeship at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis and seeks its first cohort of students. Learn more and apply today.
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After more than a year of renovation, the Illinois Fall Creek Center has reopened as a modern hub for nursing, health sciences, and student services—strengthening connections to downtown healthcare partners and workforce opportunities.
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Now in its fourth year, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios's 2026 Global Leadership Speaker Series features engineering innovator Hang Loi and international diplomacy expert Cemre Ulker. These free, virtual events provide the college community with direct access to global innovators, whose work spans industry, global collaboration, and leadership development.
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We’re excited to see increased interest in many of our Indianapolis programs! With that increase comes the need for more adjunct faculty. Interested or know someone who may be? Learn more here!
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“We are not just nurses – we are Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios nurses.” In the third and final nurse pinning ceremony of the calendar year, 109 graduates were formally welcomed into the profession during a celebration of resilience, compassion, and community.
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Nearly 80 sponsors provided gifts to children of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis students in need, supporting 106 student families this holiday season.
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During the temporary closure of its on-campus gallery, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis Fine Arts program cultivated new partnerships with professional galleries in the state capital—a strategic move that has significantly increased student visibility, professional development, and art sales.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ Circle of Ivy celebrated a decade of collective giving at its Morning of Gratitude & Growth event, announcing $32,000 in funding for ten new campus initiatives. From wellness kits and lab supplies to a writing retreat and an urban garden, the 2025 projects will directly support student health, learning, and community engagement across not just the campus, but the College.
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Nearly 1,700 volunteers gathered at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis on Thanksgiving to help prepare and distribute 10,000 meals for Hoosiers in need of a warm meal. Relive the impactful day in photos.
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Avrie Landaw has wanted to be a scientist for as long as she can remember. Now, with the help of the Lilly Scholar at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios scholarship, she's turning that dream into reality. "Thank you for making a little girl’s dream of being a scientist come true."
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For the 14th year in a row, the Alhuda Islamic Center in Fishers made a meaningful impact on Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis students by donating 30 full Thanksgiving baskets to IvyCares.
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For the second year, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis is proud to serve as the Title & Facility Sponsor for the Mozel Sanders Foundation’s Thanksgiving effort.
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English professor Gerald Maki recounts his time at the International Virtual Exchange Conference (IVEC), hosted in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. Professor Maki writes about the impact of equipping students with essential global workforce skills and the details of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s successful virtual exchange partnerships across five continents.
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From foster care to the statehouse, social work and human services grad Shalise Truxler serves on three youth boards, working to change laws that create boundaries for foster kids.
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As the holiday season increases the need for support, you can help Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ IvyCares team in its mission by contributing through our Amazon wish list, making a monetary donation, or donating items directly to our food pantry and clothing closet.
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IvyCares received a $780 donation from community supporters and Meijer, which equals 3,120 meals to continue our mission of feeding student families facing food insecurity in our community.
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The Student Coalition for Organized Recreation and Exercise (SCORE) brings organized recreation, fitness, and fun to the campus community. Alexander Banks, assistant director of student life, is behind the movement he says students have been asking for since his first month on the job. “That’s when I realized there was a real need for opportunities to connect, get active, and just have fun.”
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Chef Daniel McDonald, an Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis culinary instructor, took first place in the bacon category at the 2025 World Food Championships, hosted at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis is continuing its commitment to meet students where they are by partnering with the Edna Martin Christian Center to bring Child Development Associate classes directly to the Martindale-Brightwood community. The new cohort model helps local childcare providers earn credentials close to home, strengthening both their professional growth and the early learning opportunities available to neighborhood families.
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A significant number of our students are pioneers, navigating the path to higher education without a family map to guide them. We are proud to celebrate them during our annual First Gen Week.
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On Wednesday, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ Student Life and IvyCares teams hosted the Basic Needs Resource Fair, bringing together 19 community organizations—including the Immigrant Welcome Center, United Way, PACE, Gleaners Food Bank, EmployIndy, and others—to connect students with vital support services.
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With the help of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios and veteran services, Thaddaus Pitts is turning dreams into reality.
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Indianapolis Campus recognizes Carla Baker and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana for their commitment to Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios.
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The generous gift will enhance hands-on learning for students in the Homeland Security and Public Safety program.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis has three nurse pinning ceremonies a year, with the August event honoring the dedication and resilience of our newest graduating class. Join us in celebrating their outstanding achievement by exploring the photo gallery from this memorable ceremony.
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"I cried at my cubicle ‘cause I was so excited,” said Carrie Kruse after learning she’d been named a Lilly Scholar. Now nearing graduation with a biotechnology degree and biopharmaceutical manufacturing certificate from Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis, Kruse is building a future in Boone County’s growing biotech sector—thanks to Eli Lilly and Company’s nearly $14 billion investment in Lebanon and a life-changing scholarship opening doors for Indiana’s next generation of talent.
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Faculty and staff gathered for a day of professional development, reflection, and celebration—including honoring Kate McGormley as the inaugural recipient of the Don Weathersbe Award.
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From stargazing in her small Colombian hometown to founding Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ first Robotics Club, engineering student Natalia Avella is turning her childhood dream of becoming an aerospace engineer into reality. Guided by mentors and fueled by community, Avella has built pathways for others while balancing leadership, academics, and bold ambitions for the future.
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Online students often miss out on the social and engagement opportunities of traditional campus life. Recognizing this gap, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis student Matthew Lum founded an online student organization to foster community among remote learners. Open to all Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios students, the organization prioritizes peer support, accountability, and mental well-being.
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The 2025-26 vice president of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis Student Government Association, is an international student from Nigeria pursuing a biology degree on the pre-med track. Elected to amplify student voices, she aims to enhance campus engagement, advocate for mental health resources, and foster inclusivity—particularly for introverted students.
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Magnim Apou Alemo’s journey as a Lilly Scholar at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios showcases how full tuition, mentorship, and hands-on opportunities in biotechnology can open career paths worldwide. Watch her story and learn how to apply for this life-changing scholarship program.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis recently concluded another successful summer of ARTFORCE, its three-week visual arts program for high school students, in partnership with Arts for Learning Indiana. Co-taught by Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios instructor Colton Pedro and teaching artist Ash Robinson, the ARTFORCE 2025 program blended college-level art instruction with real-world creative entrepreneurship.
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The Lilly Scholars at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios program is helping students like Zaina Lorick, a biotechnology major, turn ambition into opportunity. With full tuition, books, and career pathways, the scholarship is paving the way for Indiana’s next generation of lab professionals. See the impact of Lilly Scholars at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios in this short video.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis, in partnership with Congressman André Carson, successfully hosted its 14th annual Indianapolis Job and Resource Fair, drawing 550+ job seekers and 80 leading employers, including Eli Lilly and Company, Eskenazi Health, FedEx, Indianapolis Public Schools, and the U.S. Postal Service. The event, praised by attendees as one of the best career fairs in the region, reinforced Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s commitment to workforce development and community connections.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis has appointed Chef Jenni Schouppe as the new program chair for its School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, effective August 18. Chef Schouppe, who previously served as assistant department chair and assistant professor of baking and pastry, succeeds Chef Jeff Bricker, who retired this summer.
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Tasha Cohee, an Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Nurse, was surprised by her supervisor with the news that she was nominated for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses by her former students – in front of her current students. “It’s an incredible honor.”
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High School Students Join Immersive, Career-Building Experience
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Through September 27, Meijer shoppers can purchase $10 donation cards at the Meijer store located at 56th Street and Keystone Avenue that will directly benefit our IvyCares food pantry for students in need.
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In this Student Voices, Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis student Yamilet Aca-Cuachitl shares how stepping out of their comfort zone transformed their college experience—and their future. It wasn’t just classes that shaped their journey; it was saying yes to campus involvement. In their own words, learn how Yamilet went from being hesitant about college to unlocking their confidence.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios biotechnology student Hamsou Iro shares how the Lilly Scholars at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios scholarships transformed her educational journey, covering tuition and opening doors to pharmaceutical career opportunities. Watch her inspiring story to learn how Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s affordable programs and hands-on learning can help you achieve your STEM goals.
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When Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis student Aryaija Dodson needed a job, she turned to the College’s Ivy+ Career Link—and it changed her career trajectory. With the help of a Talent Connection Manager, Dodson secured a role at OmniSite, which then led to an unexpected opportunity to mentor young students in robotics.
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Marion County high school students participating in The Patachou Foundation’s summer Food Fellowship program can now earn college credit through Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management.
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For the last seven years, Barbara Hall's warm greetings welcomed students, faculty, staff, and visitors each morning at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis' North Meridian Center. Now, the campus prepares to bid farewell as she begins her retirement.
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Visual communications student, Liam Hargreaves, is a graphic design intern at Indianapolis Public Library who is working hard to merge his passions into a career. He shares how he is able to juggle his life as an Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios student, intern, and multidisciplinary visual artist.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis' Office of Student Life hosted a Tie Dye Spirit Day to celebrate the first week of summer classes.
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After nearly three transformative decades at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios, Chef Jeff Bricker is hanging up his apron—but not before leaving an indelible mark on the college, its students, and Indiana’s culinary scene. From his humble beginnings as a first-gen student to leading the creation of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s state-of-the-art culinary school, Bricker’s story is one of passion, persistence, and purpose.
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Featuring inspirational quotes, clever puns, and artistic designs, these caps reflect the unique stories and hard work of our Ivy Indy graduates.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios diesel instructor Chris Cox is heading back to South Sudan, using his skills to train locals to build life-changing, basic utility vehicles from the ground up. From dirt tracks in Texas to classrooms in Africa, discover how Cox blends global service, education, and engineering to drive real-world impact.
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As Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis welcomes its new dean, we spoke with Dr. Diana Shenefield about her vision for the School of Nursing, her commitment to teaching and training future health care professionals, and key initiatives she plans to implement.
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In the third installment of Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ Student Voices series, Jayla Hodge reflects on her journey from self-doubt to rediscovering her passion for art and design through Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s Visual Communications program. Her story underscores how embracing failure and academic redirection can lead to unexpected opportunities, career clarity, and renewed purpose in pursuing creative ambitions.
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Nearly 950 graduates participated in May 1 Commencement Ceremony at Corteva Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds
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Meet Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis’ 2025 Student Commencement Speaker Luke Miller, an early childhood education graduate.
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The Indianapolis community gathered at the Conference Center and Culinary Institute on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis campus to celebrate literacy and student success at Indy Reads for its annual fundraising breakfast, “Unlocking Our Potential.”
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Hosted by the Office of Student Life, the event honored 18 student organizations and 29 individuals whose leadership, dedication, and spirit shaped the campus experience this year.
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Charles House, program chair of welding technology and assistant professor at Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis, contributes "The World of Welding Education" to the April 2025 Issue of the AWS Welding Journal.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Building Construction Management (BCOM) student and veteran Dawson Leyes is an intern with Pepper Construction on the Indy Reimagined project, merging classroom skills and field experience to shape a campus that empowers future generations.
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With Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios as “the big brother he never had,” Martin Turman, a 2025 graduate, is turning his entrepreneurial vision into a reality—one meal, one connection, and one life at a time.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis honored 32 high schools for their role in expanding dual credit and dual enrollment opportunities, which served 12,826 students and saved $12.2 million in tuition this year. Keynote speaker Ron Sandlin, deputy chief strategy officer for the Indiana Department of Education, shared his first-gen college journey, while educators highlighted success stories—including IPS’ 40% enrollment jump and students earning associate degrees before graduation.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis and Pathways to Careers hosted Indy high school students at SOMOS Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios, offering campus tours, student panels, and a resource fair to explore academic pathways and foster community connections.
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After applying to Salesforce 33 times, Robert Gooding found his big break through Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios’s flexible, supportive environment and the transformative Pathfinder program. Now a senior success guide at Salesforce, the 2025 graduate proves it’s never too late to achieve your dreams.
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Marketing and Communications intern Carrington Sanders attended a Lunch and Learn magic performance that offered more than just entertainment—it opened her eyes to mental health, disability advocacy, and the power of embracing differences. Read her firsthand account of the experience.
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The Indianapolis campus received 255 gifts, equaling $50,231, for the 2025 Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Day, the College’s annual Day of Giving.
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After more than two decades of dedication to nursing education, Dr. Myra Hart reflects on her journey from Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios student to dean, the lives she’s impacted, the students who have left a lasting impression on her, and the legacy she leaves behind as she retires.
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Ä¢¹½ÊÓƵios Indianapolis student and intern Carrington Allen gets candid about her higher education journey. In this Student Voices, USAF veteran Allen speaks on her experience of not knowing what direction to go after separation and how the Chapter 31 program is assisting in her higher education goals and propelling her in the direction of success.