Indiana University Northwest News
April 2020
April 03, 2020
March 2020
March 27, 2020
IU Northwest earns Hispanic-Serving Institution designation eligibility
U.S. Department of Education approval opens doors to increased funding and support
March 24, 2020
IU Northwest announces free drive-up internet access to help public cope with stay-at-home order
Many students, community members lack adequate access; campus leaders say move is a necessary public service during coronavirus fight
March 18, 2020
March 10, 2020
IU Northwest awards its first set of MSN degrees, preparing graduates for careers as family nurse practitioners
Exclusive group ready for rewarding careers as healthcare providers
March 09, 2020
Nursing graduate dreams of paying it forward
IU Northwest Alumni Association scholarship helps make it possible
February 2020
February 11, 2020
Celebrating Black History
IU Northwest brings the African-American experience to the forefront through film, theater
February 07, 2020
February 06, 2020
February 05, 2020
IU Northwest’s Center for Professional Development delivers in-demand business skills
University admission not required for professional certifications and more
IU Northwest’s Center for Professional Development announces spring programs
Certifications in project management, sales, and more help business professionals launch or advance their careers
December 2019
December 13, 2019
Meet William Allegrezza
IU Northwest’s bicentennial professor talks about his passion for language. His expertise, and that of others across many disciplines, will touch every corner of the state during IU’s celebratory year.
December 11, 2019
December 04, 2019
Five selected for research grants through IU Northwest Minority Opportunity for Research Experience
The transition of antibiotic resistant genes, growing plants without soil, and the effects of stress and anxiety are among the cutting-edge research projects spearheaded by students
November 2019
November 22, 2019
IU Northwest now offering a minor, and standalone certificate, in Sports Management
Students interested in sports, leisure and recreation management can choose either option to complement their studies
November 05, 2019
IU Northwest to honor veterans, military service members, and their families on Veterans Day
Campus-wide celebration includes hands-on military demonstrations and a panel discussion on the military experience
November 04, 2019
Hiring veterans is good for business, IU Northwest study shows
Business and economics professors evaluate stock performance of military-friendly firms; call for more research
October 2019
October 31, 2019
Immersive China trip opens up a new world of opportunities for four IU Northwest students
TRIO Student Support Services broadens the horizons of first-generation students
October 09, 2019
Faculty research and innovation celebrated at IU Northwest, and all IU campuses, for bicentennial
From poetry to prairies to prison, 14 presentations headlined IU Northwest’s inaugural event
October 08, 2019
Alumni Profile: Robert Nava
Acclaimed artist and IU Northwest School of the Arts alumnus Robert Nava returns to campus to share his journey to the international art world with students
October 04, 2019
August 2019
August 28, 2019
IU Northwest to offer bachelor’s degree in neuroscience
A first for the Region, curriculum will prepare students for work in the life sciences, professional schools
August 19, 2019
Proudly celebrating 200 years
Here is what IU Northwest is doing locally to mark the milestone and inspire the university’s and region's future
August 16, 2019
New academic year brings new degrees, program accolades
Computers, business, criminal justice, and neuroscience among new fields of study
August 14, 2019
Fresh off their summer courses in Europe, IU Northwest students return transformed after studying abroad
Travel funded by scholarships available to all IU Northwest students
August 13, 2019
New tool makes it easy to see IU Northwest campus-community connections in action
Online database ‘Collaboratory’ is a vital information hub, where research, activities, partnerships and more reside to amplify impact
August 06, 2019
IU Northwest tops state list of best-value nursing programs
Nursing Explorer weighs NCLEX-RN pass rate with net cost to determine best and most affordable education
August 02, 2019
IU Northwest offers local students the opportunity to earn micro-scholarships via new Raise Me initiative
By logging achievements, high school students can guarantee a scholarship towards tuition at IU Northwest
July 2019
July 31, 2019
July 25, 2019
Notes of Distinction: Jennifer Greenburg
Greenburg’s Revising History series gains notoriety with museum’s acquisition
July 09, 2019
July 02, 2019
IU Northwest selects ‘They Can’t Kill Us Until They Kill Us’ for 2019-20 campus-wide reading initiative
Essayist Hanif Abdurraqib uses music and culture as a lens through which to view our world
June 2019
June 25, 2019
Prestigious Indiana University alumni award bestowed to lifelong Northwest Indiana educator
Bernadette Brier Slawinski honored with IUAA President’s Award in recognition of her service to students, alumni, and friends of IU Northwest
June 10, 2019
IU Northwest to offer master’s degree in computer information systems
Curriculum will prepare graduate students for leadership roles in fast-growing profession
May 2019
May 30, 2019
May 23, 2019
IU Northwest’s William Allegrezza named a Bicentennial Professor
Twenty-five faculty members across IU selected to bring their research, expertise to 92 Indiana counties in university’s 200th year
May 06, 2019
May 02, 2019
The voice of Commencement
Of all the ways Despina Liaskos gives back to IU Northwest, her voice is among her most beautiful contributions
Volunteers planted 77 trees on IU Northwest campus for Arbor Day
Effort is part of a push to help all IU campuses achieve Tree Campus USA status
May 01, 2019
Celebrating Our Grads: Alexis and Victoria Morales
Two sisters with different career paths, but a single determination to help others, establish a food pantry on campus
April 2019
April 26, 2019
Celebrating Our Grads: Vanessa Almanza
Caring for her ailing father inspired woman to trade doctor dream for nursing field
Celebrating the Class of 2019: Praniece Nicholson
Staying the course despite obstacles, first-generation student eyes career as psychologist
April 24, 2019
Celebrating the Class of 2019: Matt Paskash and Paulina Ugalde
Two economics majors headed for prestigious graduate programs
April 23, 2019
Celebrating the Class of 2019: Gagan Kaur
Tragedy leads dental hygiene major to create her best self
April 05, 2019
Excited for IU Day, Rufus the RedHawk has a new look
Rufus’ birth, and IU Northwest’s mascot history, is rooted in region symbolism
April 02, 2019
IU Northwest ethics, human rights professor heading to Sweden as Fulbright Scholar
Named a Distinguished Chair of Public International Law, Anja Matwijkiw will spend 2019-20 academic year teaching, conducting research abroad
March 2019
March 08, 2019
March 07, 2019
Terry and Karen McMahon donate $100,000 to IU Northwest
Gift to benefit student-athletes with resource center dedicated to academics and athletics
A Conversation with Laurie Burns McRobbie
During Women’s History Month, IU’s First Lady discusses women’s role in advancing work of IU
February 2019
February 27, 2019
IU Northwest business students help local businesses thrive
Marketing Strategies course takes ‘experiential learning’ to new level, with benefits for all
February 06, 2019
February 05, 2019
January 2019
January 29, 2019
IU Northwest’s Black Studies Program, one of the nation’s oldest, turns 50
In 1969, ‘The world was opening up.’ In 2019, campus boasts rich diversity in studies, student body
IU Northwest celebrates 50 years of Black Studies
To celebrate milestone, campus amps up its regular Black History Month observance with anniversary celebration kicking off Feb. 4
January 28, 2019
Emerging from Addiction
IU Northwest, alumni of master’s in clinical counseling program are on the front lines of an important battle
January 18, 2019
December 2018
December 12, 2018
Opioid addiction: A Grand Challenge for Indiana, and, its universities
The rise of opioid dependence has created an urgent problem that begs the need for more programs, experts, jobs
December 10, 2018
IU Northwest’s new School of the Arts ushering exciting changes to the region’s ‘cultural ecosystem’
Campus’s arts footprint flourishing thanks to addition of top talent, broadened focus
December 07, 2018
Two prominent faculty members reflect on long careers as they retire from IU Northwest
Alan Barr has served campus for 50 years; Charles Gallmeier, for 25
December 05, 2018
Prestigious program in public health points IU Northwest alumna to her perfect career path
Future dentist is using her gap year to pursue her passion for public health, giving back
IU Northwest prairie and wetlands thrive in 2018; earn praise from Shirley Heinze Land Trust
Associate professor and prairie champion Spencer Cortwright recaps a successful season of growth
October 2018
October 31, 2018
IUPD in Gary is one of most diverse departments in the state
One in five IUPD-NW officers is a woman; ratio is a deliberate plan to broaden ideas, bolster effectiveness
October 24, 2018
College-bound students to get free help filing for financial aid through IU Northwest
College Goal Sunday set for Oct. 28
October 22, 2018
IU Northwest’s Ming Gao receives NIH grant of nearly $465K for genetic research
Latest example of university’s high-caliber research explores how gene mutations affect germ cells in fruit flies to gain insight into human reproductive disorders
October 04, 2018
IU Northwest to host Indiana Blacks in Philanthropy Conference Nov. 4, 5
Exposing students of color to altruism is aim; forum serves to strengthen support and ensure future of philanthropic leaders in communities
Alumni share campus pride with their legacies
Inaugural luncheon for students and their IU Northwest families set for Homecoming Day on Nov. 3
September 2018
September 28, 2018
‘Every student should have the opportunity to receive an education’
Chair of IU Northwest’s Philanthropy Week, Interim Dean Sperling urges others to help students alleviate their financial burden
September 26, 2018
