We are pleased to share that Marie Mackintosh has been appointed Vice Chancellor for Workforce and Community Engagement and will begin her new role on December 8, 2025. Marie brings more than 15 years of experience leading collaborative initiatives in education, workforce development, and systems innovation. In this role, she will oversee the university’s Office… Read more »
Awards and Recognitions
IU K-12 Student Success Corps Supported Youth Literacy at Christamore House in Spring 2025 with Help from Dollar General Grant
This spring, IU Indianapolis students served as tutors and mentors in Christamore House Family and Community Center on the near west side of Indianapolis, serving a critical community need for improving youth literacy skills. The Level Up With Literacy program was implemented through the Indiana University K-12 Student Success Corps (IU K12 SSC) and funded… Read more »
Celebrating Community Engagement at IU Indianapolis
Honoring faculty, staff, and partners advancing campus and community impact At the annual Celebration of Faculty and Staff Excellence, IU Indianapolis recognizes individuals who exemplify the campus’ mission through exceptional contributions in teaching, research, service, and leadership. Among the many honors presented, several awards specifically celebrate outstanding community-engaged work, highlighting those who build meaningful partnerships,… Read more »
Old Southside neighborhood history showcased in new apartment building
The Old Southside Neighborhood Art & History Exhibit, curated by Dr. Susan B. Hyatt, professor emerita of Anthropology at the IU School of Liberal Arts in Indianapolis, was on display on August 28, 2024, at the grand opening of the Rise on Meridian Apartments, located in the historic Old Southside area of Indianapolis. The exhibit… Read more »
Dr. Jeremy Price Named Faculty Fellow in the Office of Community Engagement
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Jeremy F. Price has been appointed as a Faculty Fellow in the Indiana University Indianapolis Office of Community Engagement. This appointment recognizes Dr. Price’s contributions to community-engaged scholarship and his dedication to fostering equitable and inclusive learning environments. About Dr. Jeremy Price Dr. Price is an Associate Professor… Read more »
Dan Coats named International Center’s 2021 International Citizen of the Year
IUPUI, the IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law, and the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies are pleased to support the International Center’s 2021 International Citizen of the Year event recognizing Dan Coats. Dan Coats is a McKinney School graduate as well as recently announced addition to the faculty at the Hamilton… Read more »
IUPUI faculty, staff and students recognized for their engagement with the community
As we round out the academic year, we want to congratulate several faculty, staff and students who have recently received awards for their engagement with the community. Herron School of Art and Design professor Youngbok Hong received the Indiana University Thomas Ehrlich Award for Excellence in Service Learning. Hong actively engages with Indianapolis organizations using… 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 »