Notes of Distinction: May 2022
Campus awards and accolades
All IU Northwest News
Nursing students compete and learn in SimWars
Simulation competition prepares future nurses for real world scenarios
Ensemble cast to perform a collection of five short plays exploring police brutality and discrimination against the Black community
IU Northwest to host free Dental Education Camp for teens June 10
High school students can learn about careers in dental assisting, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory technology
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Maria Khan
Mastering the art of balance
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Jonathan Long
Transitioning from a student to student support
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Sarah Hawkins
Making the most of a miracle
Celebrating the Class of 2022: John Eshak
(Fruit) flying toward a bright future
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Laurentia Bivol
Turning wildest dreams into a reality
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Neil Gainer
Putting yourself on display
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Alexandria Umbarger
Making your past-self proud
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Richanne Matthews
Failure and giving up don’t have to go hand-in-hand
Celebrating the Class of 2022: Jared Arambula
Shooting hoops and starting over
Fostering cross-cultural exchange through film and literature
Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence experiences multitudes in the U.S.
Connecting the community with bite-sized education
Third annual Celebration of Faculty Research makes complex topics accessible
Connecting teaching artists across the region
IU Northwest's Summer Art Residency for high school teachers enters its second year
Empowering students for success: IU Northwest launches Groups Scholars Program
Highly successful IU program includes financial assistance and more for the region's first-generation and underrepresented students
Resilient Midtown Tour to explore Gary’s historic district on foot
IU Northwest collaborates with community partners to host a free walking tour on Apr 23
Funds will be used to prepare 21st Century Scholars for college with a planning workshop on Apr 23
Range of free and low-cost courses includes gardening, computers, smartphones, jazz, and more
Campus selected for honor by readers of NW Indiana Business Magazine
IU Northwest returns to in-person format for fifth annual Teacher Recruitment Fair on April 22
More than 30 local schools and school corporations will interview prospective teachers and administrators to fill immediate vacancies
April 9: IU Northwest to host Black Male Resource Event
Free vaccines, lab tests, health screenings, and information on education, employment and housing opportunities
From your history book to the screen
History professor helps bring age-old stories to life
Connecting veteran students with a new community
Student Jackie Bell exemplifies leadership, strength, and perseverance
Raising the bar and using your voice
IU Northwest alumna gives a voice to her community
Distilling difficult topics down to the basics
IU Northwest professor and students make the most of finance conference
IU Northwest admissions counselor paves her own way
Teaches students that the journey isn’t always linear
Notes of Distinction: March 2022
Campus awards and accolades
Ensemble cast to perform collection of microplays Mar 31 to Apr 9
IU Northwest to host a Spring Open House on Apr 11
Prospective and admitted students invited to learn more about admissions, enrollment, and the benefits of attending the region’s university
Held every second Friday at 1 p.m. from now until Oct
Cory Thames: improving the region that raised him
IU Northwest alumnus works as a dedicated public servant
A well-oiled machine: IU Northwest marks 20+ years of the Science Olympiad
Professors reflect on the event’s impact
Setting the stage for a career in the arts
IU Northwest student finds his niche with Chicago arts collective internship
IU Northwest hosts COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinics Feb. 22 to 25 for ages 5 and up
Clinics are free and open to the public
Free “Your Child’s Journey to College” workshop for Latinx parents on Feb. 22
Participants can choose from an English or Spanish-language presentation
IU Northwest announces final “One Book” program events for the spring semester
Discussions with two acclaimed authors and educators to focus on the past and present challenges of race; events are free and open to the public
Ribbon-cutting celebrated the renovated athletic facilities
College Goal Sunday FAFSA filing event set for Feb. 27
Becoming the architect of your own success
Business alum Cory Armand works to build up the community
See the world without leaving home
Professors working to make virtual reality a reality on campus
Fall 2021
Art student aces internship with the National Hockey League
Undergraduate Kris Kritikos scores big during his internship with the Pittsburgh Penguins
IU Northwest hosts COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinics Jan. 25 to 28 for ages 5 and up
Clinics are free and open to the public
Range of free and low-cost courses include gardening, jazz history, smartphones, and more
IU Northwest invites prospective students to a free college planning event
New Year, New Career on Jan. 26
Story of “The Harlem of the Midwest” coming to IU Northwest stage
Production set for February 18, 19 to coincide with the campus’s Black History Month celebration
Annual IU Social Justice Conference includes local programming open to the public
Campus will be closed Dec. 24 and will reopen Jan. 3
A $250,000 gift from Tim and Barbara Boroughs helps students shoot for the STARS
Peer mentoring program sets students up for success
Tee time: Public invited to experience interactive mini-golf course of playable art at IU Northwest
Five mini-golf holes designed by local, national artists open for play until January 29
Indiana University Northwest receives $10,000 Indiana GEAR UP 'Bridge to College Day' grant to promote college readiness
Notes of Distinction: November 2021
Campus awards and accolades
IU Northwest School of Social Work celebrates 25 years of community commitment
For a quarter of a century, student, faculty and staff have been working hard to make the Northwest Indiana community a better place for everyone
Professor of Geosciences Erin Argyilan spearheads the campus’s sustainability initiatives
Making a Difference: Helping Students and Community Through Research
Students embark on a project to help local non-profits
IU Northwest hosts COVID-19 testing, vaccine, and booster clinic on Nov. 12 and 13 for ages 5 and up
Drive-thru clinics are free and open to the public
Original play by Biggers, set in the City of Gary, to open Nov. 4
Indiana University Northwest hosts COVID-19 testing and vaccine clinics on Oct. 22 and 23
Drive-thru clinics are free and open to the public
Publication celebrates return with a special double issue and community events
Free and open to all, the events celebrate and explore the unique cultures and backgrounds in our campus and community
IU Northwest’s Center for Urban and Regional Excellence announces new fall courses
Range of free and low-cost courses includes gardening, virtual calls, jazz history, entrepreneurship, and more
Indiana University Northwest One Book program hosts regional author David Masciotra
Themes from his recent book examining the legacy of Jesse Jackson will kickoff discussion on implicit bias
Bold project includes the creation of a STEM Resource Center, increased collaboration with Ivy Tech Community College, new coursework, undergraduate research opportunities, and more
Professor Monica Solinas-Saunders examines the connections between intimate partner violence, treatment protocols and crime.
Ken Iwama Installed as IU Northwest Chancellor
Iwama is sworn in as the seventh chancellor with the entire campus community playing a role
IU Northwest awarded a Learning Support Grant from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education
Funds will be used for innovative programming to make the transition to college easier for first year students
Annual drive for student scholarships take place this week. Show your support!
A shining star: an interview with Midori Francis
Emmy-nominated actress is daughter of Ken Iwama, IU Northwest’s seventh chancellor
Events allow students to explore college options, experience what it’s like to be a college student, learn about ways to pay for college, and more
IU Northwest’s Center for Urban and Regional Excellence announces new fall courses
Range of free and low-cost courses includes gardening, jazz history, smartphones tips, and more
IU Northwest Dunes Literary Series Goes LIVE in September
Attend a meet and greet with this month’s authors
Studying in Spain helps senior Garrett Wolf plan for postgraduate life
Diverse experiences lead to success
From a small Indiana grocery store to the worldwide oil industry
A glimpse behind the scenes of the healthcare field
Health information management degree spotlight
Register now for a variety of free and low-cost courses
Classes begin September 14
Indiana University Northwest Dunes Literary Series announces fall lineup
Monthly events feature regional, and national region-born writers, sharing their newest work
Indiana University Northwest welcomes faculty, staff back to campus
Indiana University Northwest faculty and staff reconnected, recharged and reflected at the RedHawks Return Celebration on Monday, August 2.
IU Northwest’s Summer Bridge program aims to build confidence in new students
Free, week-long introduction prepares students for their first year of college with opportunities to explore academic interests, make connections, and more
Register now for a variety of non-credit online courses for learners of all ages
Indiana University Northwest awards scholarships to nearly 350 incoming first-year students
Scholarships total nearly half a million dollars in financial assistance
Spring 2021
IU Northwest named 2021 Best College/University in the Region
Campus selected for honor by readers of the Times of Northwest Indiana
Nonprofits stabilize Northwest Indiana economy and employ thousands with well-paying jobs
New IU report provides nearly two decades of data on the impact of Indiana nonprofits
Register now for a variety of free and low-cost summer courses
Notes of Distinction: May/June 2021
Campus awards and accolades
Indiana University Northwest celebrates the Classes of 2020 and 2021 with outdoor Commencement
Ceremony culminates an extraordinary journey for graduates
IU Northwest’s School of Education receives perfect accreditation
Nationally recognized designation is an endorsement of educational quality
Immersing the Chicago and Northwest Indiana Community in Art
Professor and sculptor Jeremiah Hulsebos-Spofford's work challenges existing convention
His journey from IU Northwest to the top of the financial sector
Alumni Ron and Linda Jones endow scholarship for Gary residents
Helping others achieve the success they have enjoyed
May update: register now for a variety of free and low-cost summer courses
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Raven Baker
Making every second count
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Angad Sidhu
Making the most of your time
Indiana University President-elect Whitten visits campus
Whirlwind visit to IU Northwest comes on the heels of her appointment
Sharing research with the community—even as an undergraduate
Nationally recognized designation is an endorsement of educational quality
Students from Illinois find what they are looking for close to home
Nationally recognized designation is an endorsement of educational quality
Professor Anja Matwijkiw brings her Fulbright experience to the classroom
Expert in human rights takes an interdisciplinary approach to sharing research with students
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Danielle Roeske
Taking the world by storm
Alumnus Sean Kinsey found his footing, and his confidence, at IU Northwest
Sisters Marianne Milich and Barbara Molinaro honor their parents
Named scholarship pays homage to family legacy
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Abdul Enayeh
A life worth living in honor of a great friend
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Manuelita Guerrero
It's never too late
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Ryan Post
Making this most of a Fine Art education
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Honorata Soltys
“Honor”ing her calling: nursing
Celebrating the Class of 2021: Tyra Vivians
Never give up
Campus selected for honor by readers of NW Indiana Business Magazine
Fourth Annual Teacher Recruitment Fair being held on Friday, April 23
April/May update: register now for a variety of free and low-cost spring and summer courses
Dr. Surekha Rao of IU Northwest is the chair of this virtual event on April 9 and 10
Indiana University Northwest hosts “Keeping the Dream Alive”
An informational event exclusively for undocumented and DACA students
Diving into Education: Urban Teacher Education Program’s Stunning Success
School of Education partners with local school districts to benefit students, teachers
Celebrating the Exceptional Women of IU Northwest
March is National Women's History Month
Building a Tradition of Stand-Out Research
Research is a significant part of IU Northwest's mission
Michael Suggs: Making the Most of Your Time
Alumnus Michael Suggs never stops giving back; continues to pave way forward
Alumna Telling Antarctica’s Subglacial Secrets
IU Northwest alumna Ryan Venturelli treks the world
IU Northwest hosts Spring Forward, a series of virtual sessions to help high school students plan for college
March Update: Register now for a variety of free and low-cost spring courses
Indiana University Northwest Department of English announces the Dunes Literary Series
Monthly events feature regional, and national region-born writers, sharing their newest work
Author and formerly homeless teen to deliver uplifting message to high school students
March 9 “Do the Math” event will answer prospective students’ questions about costs, degree programs, the admissions process, and more
Assisting those most affected by COVID-19
A bold Anti-Racist Agenda bolstered by internal and external grants, and a caring campus, help students stay on track
Associate Professor of Economics Micah Pollak boils down COVID-19 data for the masses
Student-founded mentoring and support programs bring students together to help their peers
IU Northwest School of the Arts brings pop-up exhibition to the Chesterton Art Center
Event featuring faculty and alumni artwork runs throughout February
IU Northwest nursing graduates post 100 percent pass rate on national certification exam
One of only 10 nursing programs statewide to record a perfect pass rate
February update: register now for a variety of free and low-cost spring courses
IU Northwest celebrates Black History Month with timely discussions on civil discourse, the current civil rights fight, and a spotlight on African dance
Campus building open and close times
IU Northwest hosting a discussion about what’s next for immigration policies and practices
Webinar featuring a variety of experts in law, education, and more is free and open to the public
Fall 2020 (full-time students)
Breathing new life into online instruction
The Academic Media Production Space adds cutting-edge technology to faculty toolboxes
How public employee research builds better communities
Dr. Chae Young Chang examines the link between job satisfaction and performance
Year-end holiday closures and winter hours
Creating a Legacy and Love of Science
Making Discoveries and Creating Opportunities in Dr. Fisher’s Research Lab
Bicentennial campaign raises more than $10 million for IU Northwest
Local campaign was part of For All: The Indiana University Bicentennial Campaign
Building Lasting Partnerships in Northwest Indiana
Community Engagement at Core of The Center for Urban and Regional Excellence
Notes of Distinction: Nov./Dec. 2020
Campus awards and accolades
Chancellor Iwama named to the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities executive committee
New role provides university with additional access to student-focused resources
IU Northwest adds $264 million in local income
A new study tallies the university's significant economic impact on the region
Kennedy Ani’a Rozier is this year’s Herbert Presidential Scholar
How IU Northwest ignited, and is now supporting, Rozier's lifetime of success
Leading the mitigation testing program on campus, students from the School of Nursing prove their mettle in the fight against COVID-19
Thriving in the age of COVID-19
This semester is shaping up to be one of the best for many students
IU Northwest debuts pop-up art galleries in local communities
With COVID-19 reducing campus traffic, it’s a perfect time to hit the road
Working to help those disproportionately affected by COVID-19
