This Sunday marks a historic holiday. On top of the many reasons to come together and celebrate thanks to Father’s Day, June 19th also observes Juneteenth which commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. While only recognized officially as a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth is considered the oldest national celebration of African… Read more »
Building Strong Communities
The symbiotic relationship between IUPUI and Indianapolis’s focus on sports and tourism
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 »
Learning health care in the community
Students studying to be nurses and doctors gain vital insights by visiting patients in their community to see how their home life can impact their health through a partnership with Goodwill Industries. IUPUI has an ongoing partnership with Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana’s Nurse-Family Partnership program, geared toward supporting new mothers caring for their… Read more »
Anti-racism focus of multiple initiatives this academic year
As the nation reeled from news of shootings—Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Dreasjon Reed and George Floyd—Chancellor Nasser Paydar issued a statement confirming his support of the Black Lives Matter movement and commissioned an IUPUI Action Committee. Charged with developing additional initiatives to enhance its anti-racism programs, the Action Committee includes students, staff, faculty and administrators…. Read more »
Bantz awardees partner with community on projects
Two projects led by IUPUI faculty members are being recognized for their work with the community and given funding to expand and continue their engaged research. The 2020 Charles Bantz Community Fellowship was awarded to Co-Awardees David M. Craig, professor of religious studies and chair of the Religious Studies Department for the IU School of… Read more »
Faculty award winner’s project turns waste into sustainable energy
An IUPUI faculty member is working to reduce agricultural waste, promote sustainable energy and bring new technology for heating and cooking to remote villages all with one project. Dr. Peter J. Schubert, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering with the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI, was awarded the 2020 Bantz-Petronio Translating Research… Read more »
Engaging with the faith community
Faith organizations, including mosques, churches and synagogues, are often considered anchor institutions in their communities. Because of their close ties to communities and their needs, IUPUI has worked with several faith organizations for years, Rev. Richard Bray, IUPUI Office of Community Engagement Community Partnerships Manager, said. Those organizations offer perspective, insight and credibility in their… Read more »
Learn more about the team developing 16 Tech
By Marisa Juarez, Communications Specialist The 16 Tech Innovation District is being developed by the 16 Tech Community Corporation, a nonprofit organization governed by a Board of Directors dedicated to fostering economic growth and innovation in Central Indiana. The 16 Tech Community Corporation engages industry, civic, philanthropic and community leaders in its mission to create… Read more »