Indianapolis’ unprecedented task of hosting the entire NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament provides the opportunity to reflect on the interconnected relationship between the IUPUI campus and the City of Indianapolis in their pursuit of an economy advanced by sports and tourism. Decades ago Indianapolis community leaders came together to develop a strategy for the… Read more »
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Transportation to the polls options
For those who need transportation to get to the polls, check out these options: https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/transportation/2020/10/29/election-day-rides-free-discounted-travel-polls-indygo-uber-lyft/3751540001/ IndyGo IndyGo services will be fare-free on Nov. 3 from the start of service until 10 p.m. Find what route works best for you at indygo.net/plan-your-trip Bikes – Pacers Bikeshare Free, unlimited 60-minute bike rides on Election Day Download the… Read more »
Relieving election stress through exercise, yoga and meditation
For those who are experiencing stress during the election season, look into these resources for virtual exercise, yoga and meditation. Mindfulness Meditations Regular mindfulness meditations are on going Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays for 30 minute live sessions. Mondays at 12:30 pm with Leslie Flowers https://iu.zoom.us/j/4827247576 Meeting ID: 482 724 7576 Mondays, 7:00 pm on Facebook… Read more »
What’s on your ballot?
Now that you’re registered to vote and know when and how you will vote, do you know what will be on your ballot? One good place to start is BallotReady or vote411.org. Simply enter your address and select the November 3, 2020 election and it will show you the candidates, and sometimes questions, that will… Read more »
Voter Engagement Resources Available
IUPUI was recently recognized by Washington Monthly as a Best College for Student Voting 2020. In preparation for the upcoming election season, several resources are available for faculty, staff and students to promote voter registration and voting across the campus. For some context, IUPUI participates in the National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement (NSLVE)… Read more »
Free Finance and Tenant Workshops Scheduled
Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership will be on campus to provide free workshops on issues related to budgeting, credit and successful renting. Dollars and Sense Covers the basic principles of money management and budgeting to help you make the most of your income. Ideal for anyone managing a household budget. Thursday, September 13, 11:30 am… Read more »
IUPUI Anchor Housing Program has expanded boundaries and increased income limits
The IUPUI Anchor Housing program, designed to assist full-time employees with the purchase or improvement of a home in the neighborhoods around campus, has expanded geographic boundaries and increased income limits to qualify. For those who qualify, the program provides a five-year forgivable loan to IUPUI employees to purchase or repair a home within the… Read more »
What do we really mean when we use the word “Urban?”
By Yuri Smith, Guest Contributor I recently had the pleasure of reading an article titled, “Urban” Schooling and “Urban” Families: The Role of Context and Place,” by Vivian L. Gadsden1 and Ezekiel J. Dixon-Román. The article was in the Urban Education 2017, Vol. 52(4) 431–459. This article caught my attention because I grew up in… Read more »