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 »
Month: March 2020
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 »
Fugate Scholars support students and communities
Every year, a group of IUPUI students spend time in Near West IPS schools, talking to youth about their college experience, how to prepare for college and careers, and supporting local families preparing for graduation. The Daniel Fugate Scholarship Program, part of the Sam H. Jones Community Service Scholarship Program, is coordinated by the IUPUI… Read more »
Community program supports Near West students
Since 2006, a program has helped Near West students pay for college, and get the support needed to complete their degrees. Dollars for Scholars, a chapter of Scholarship America, was created by Near West community members and IPS George Washington Community High School. Since then, the program has invested $350,000 in scholarships for students. For… Read more »
A life-changing program
As a sophomore in high school, Ashé West began a program she didn’t know would change her life. She learned about a partnership between the IUPUI SPAN Division and IPS Crispus Attucks High School that would allow her to take college classes and prepare for college while still in high school. The partnership, which began… Read more »
Meet Ben Rose, Near West Community Health Worker
A recent story by the Diabetes Impact Project: Indianapolis Neighborhoods (DIP-IN) introduced Ben Rose, Near West Community Health Worker. Ben is one of three community health workers in the Near West community, based out of the Westside Community Development Corporation. DIP-IN asked Ben a few questions about his work in the community and his background…. Read more »