By Silvia Garcia, Director of Research and Assessment, IU Indianapolis Office of Community Engagement What is the secret to helping youth who are new to the United States successfully transition from school to the workforce? A recent study confirms it is about much more than just job training. It is about “barrier-busting”—a holistic approach that… Read more »
K-12 Partnerships
An enduring partnership: IU Indianapolis and Martindale-Brightwood
For generations, the Martindale-Brightwood community, located northeast of downtown Indianapolis, has defined itself by resilience, pride, and strong community connections. Home to families, churches, and locally owned businesses, the neighborhood has long been a place where residents support one another and work together for the well-being of the community. Today, Martindale-Brightwood is home to roughly… Read more »
Elevating community voices: Building a survey to measure university engagement with the community
By Silvia Garcia, Director of Research and Assessment, IU Indianapolis Office of Community Engagement Help us gather feedback: invite your partners to participate Indiana University Indianapolis has long recognized its role as an anchor institution, deeply woven into the fabric of the community and committed to community engagement through its mission and leveraging of financial,… Read more »
Kids College Expands to IU Indianapolis: Sparks aspirations for college, community, and leadership
This summer, 50 students from across Marion County, including Indianapolis Public Schools, township, private, and charter schools, attended IU Indianapolis’ first Kids College, a free, two-week summer day camp designed to introduce rising 7th and 8th graders to college life, career pathways, and community leadership. Held June 9–20, the program is a growing initiative now offered… Read more »
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 »
Indiana University K-12 Student Success Corps report shows academic success statewide
Between the 2021 and 2024 academic years, the Indiana University K-12 Student Success Corps (IU K-12 SSC) served nearly 2,500 students statewide, resulting in improved academic and social-emotional outcomes, their recently released 2021-24 Impact Report shows. IU K-12 SSC assists students in grades K-12 with free in-person or virtual tutoring, mentoring and college and career… Read more »
Summer camp teaches high school students entrepreneurship skills
The IU Indianapolis Entrepreneurship Boot Camp offers students a hands-on, week-long experience exploring what it takes to start up a small business. Through collaboration between the IU Indianapolis Office of Community Engagement, the IU Kelley School of Business in Indianapolis, and the IU Herron School of Art + Design, the Entrepreneurship Boot Camp was held… Read more »