Original article written by Steve Martin, News at IUPUI Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI co-produces the annual event, which will include recorded performances Print OnyxFest 2020 Flyer The importance of Black lives, Black stories and Black theater is the foundation for the Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI, or ARTI, a campus-to-community initiative. Vernon A…. Read more »
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JPMorgan Chase Donates Former Bank Branch and Commits $500,000 to Expand Economic Growth in Indianapolis’ Great Places 2020 Neighborhoods
Investment to LISC Indianapolis to support Great Places 2020 and IUPUI to support SOURCE River West for the expansion of services and resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs of color, and creation of co-working space October 15, 2019 (Indianapolis, IN) – JPMorgan Chase & Co. today announced the donation of a former bank branch… Read more »
Congratulations to Dr. Anubhuti Shukla on her new role leading the IU School of Dentistry’s community based dental education
Indiana University School of Dentistry Congratulates Dr. Anubhuti Shukla on her new role leading the dental school’s community based dental education program. Dr. Shukla joined the IU School of Dentistry’s Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health on October 7, 2019 as a clinical assistant professor and the director of Community-Based Dental Education…. Read more »
The Diabetes Impact Project at IUPUI partners with Eskenazi Health Centers and three community organizations to embed Community Health Workers in Indy Neighborhoods
One aspect of the Diabetes Impact Project at IUPUI – Indianapolis Neighborhoods (DIP-IN) is partnering with three Eskenazi Health Centers (Blackburn, Forest Manor, and Westside) and three community organizations (Flanner House, United Northeast Community Development Corporation, and Westside Community Development Corporation) to hire, train, and support nine Community Health Workers (CHWs). The… Read more »
Neal-Marshall Alumni Club Reunion XXIV is coming to Indy October 11-13
Indiana University African American graduates from every campus in the state will converge on The Circle City, October 11-13, for the biennial Neal-Marshall Alumni Club Reunion. Friday, October 11 will start with a Fish Fry at the Indianapolis Urban League. That evening will include a choice of live jazz, comedy club or dancing. The weekend… Read more »
Students learn about neighborhoods that predated IUPUI
The Digital History and Community Change in Indianapolis course explores the rich history of the neighborhoods affected by IUPUI’s establishment and expansion. A digital map from 1908 was created from the research performed in the class. Users can click on the houses to learn more about the structures and families who once inhabited them. Source:… Read more »
Office of Community Engagement scholar receives Top 100 award: Nina Ustymchuk
Congratulations to IUPUI Office of Community Engagement student scholar, Nina Ustymchuk, who is among the 2019 exceptional students who have been honored with the Top 100 award! Nina serves as a Family, School and Neighborhood Scholar, focusing on community-engaged research. Some of her work that is being recognized includes an evaluation of Source River West… Read more »
Recognizing our 2019 student employees in celebration of NSEA week
In honor of the 2019 National Student Employee Appreciation (NSEA) Week (April 15-19), the IUPUI Office of Community Engagement (OCE) is recognizing the hard work of our students that serve as scholars, interns, mentors, tutors, and graduate assistants. “OCE student employees are amazing! Our student interns, scholars, mentors, tutors, and graduate assistants contribute in many ways… Read more »