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  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Partners with Edna Martin Christian Center to Bring Early Childhood Education Classes to Martindale-Brightwood

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis is continuing its commitment to meet students where they are by partnering with the Edna Martin Christian Center to bring Child Development Associate classes directly to the Martindale-Brightwood community. The new cohort model helps local childcare providers earn credentials close to home, strengthening both their professional growth and the early learning opportunities available to neighborhood families.

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    Celebrating Pioneers: Ivy Tech Indy Honors First-Generation Students During First Gen Week

    A significant number of our students are pioneers, navigating the path to higher education without a family map to guide them. We are proud to celebrate them during our annual First Gen Week.

  • | Indianapolis

    Student Life & IvyCares Host Successful Basic Needs Resource Fair

    On Wednesday, Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ Student Life and IvyCares teams hosted the Basic Needs Resource Fair, bringing together 19 community organizations—including the Immigrant Welcome Center, United Way, PACE, Gleaners Food Bank, EmployIndy, and others—to connect students with vital support services.

  • | Indianapolis

    From Service to Second Chances: How One Army Veteran Is Rebuilding His Life at Ivy Tech

    With the help of Ivy Tech and veteran services, Thaddaus Pitts is turning dreams into reality.

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Foundation Honors Distinguished Alumni and Benefactors

    Indianapolis Campus recognizes Carla Baker and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana for their commitment to Ivy Tech.

  • | Indianapolis

    Indianapolis Fire Department Donates Fire Engines and Training Equipment to Ivy Tech Indianapolis

    The generous gift will enhance hands-on learning for students in the Homeland Security and Public Safety program.

  • | Indianapolis

    Celebrating Our August Nursing Graduates

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis has three nurse pinning ceremonies a year, with the August event honoring the dedication and resilience of our newest graduating class. Join us in celebrating their outstanding achievement by exploring the photo gallery from this memorable ceremony.

  • | Indianapolis

    Fueled by Lilly’s Investment in Lebanon, Ivy Tech Student Builds Future in Biotech

    "I cried at my cubicle ‘cause I was so excited,” said Carrie Kruse after learning she’d been named a Lilly Scholar. Now nearing graduation with a biotechnology degree and biopharmaceutical manufacturing certificate from Ivy Tech Indianapolis, Kruse is building a future in Boone County’s growing biotech sector—thanks to Eli Lilly and Company’s nearly $14 billion investment in Lebanon and a life-changing scholarship opening doors for Indiana’s next generation of talent.

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Indy Kicks Off 2025-26 Academic Year with Fall Convocation, Names First Don Weathersbe Award Winner

    Faculty and staff gathered for a day of professional development, reflection, and celebration—including honoring Kate McGormley as the inaugural recipient of the Don Weathersbe Award.

  • | Indianapolis

    Stargazer to Changemaker: Engineering Student Natalia Avella founds Ivy Tech Indy’s First Robotics Club

    From stargazing in her small Colombian hometown to founding Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ first Robotics Club, engineering student Natalia Avella is turning her childhood dream of becoming an aerospace engineer into reality. Guided by mentors and fueled by community, Avella has built pathways for others while balancing leadership, academics, and bold ambitions for the future.

  • | Indianapolis

    Online Student Organization Fosters Community for Remote Learners

    Online students often miss out on the social and engagement opportunities of traditional campus life. Recognizing this gap, Ivy Tech Indianapolis student Matthew Lum founded an online student organization to foster community among remote learners. Open to all Ivy Tech students, the organization prioritizes peer support, accountability, and mental well-being.

  • | Indianapolis

    Student Spotlight: Oyinkansola Awolowo, Ivy Tech Indianapolis SGA Vice President

    The 2025-26 vice president of the Ivy Tech Indianapolis Student Government Association, is an international student from Nigeria pursuing a biology degree on the pre-med track. Elected to amplify student voices, she aims to enhance campus engagement, advocate for mental health resources, and foster inclusivity—particularly for introverted students.

  • | Indianapolis

    Lilly Scholar Finds Opportunity and Mentorship Through Ivy Tech’s Biotechnology Program

    Magnim Apou Alemo’s journey as a Lilly Scholar at Ivy Tech showcases how full tuition, mentorship, and hands-on opportunities in biotechnology can open career paths worldwide. Watch her story and learn how to apply for this life-changing scholarship program.

  • | Indianapolis

    ARTFORCE 2025 Wraps Up with Pop-Up Shop, Exhibit at The AMP at 16 Tech

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis recently concluded another successful summer of ARTFORCE, its three-week visual arts program for high school students, in partnership with Arts for Learning Indiana. Co-taught by Ivy Tech instructor Colton Pedro and teaching artist Ash Robinson, the ARTFORCE 2025 program blended college-level art instruction with real-world creative entrepreneurship.

  • | Indianapolis

    From Classroom to Career: How Lilly Scholars at Ivy Tech is Opening Doors in Biotechnology

    The Lilly Scholars at Ivy Tech program is helping students like Zaina Lorick, a biotechnology major, turn ambition into opportunity. With full tuition, books, and career pathways, the scholarship is paving the way for Indiana’s next generation of lab professionals. See the impact of Lilly Scholars at Ivy Tech in this short video.

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Hosts Successful 14th Annual Job and Resource Fair

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis, in partnership with Congressman André Carson, successfully hosted its 14th annual Indianapolis Job and Resource Fair, drawing 550+ job seekers and 80 leading employers, including Eli Lilly and Company, Eskenazi Health, FedEx, Indianapolis Public Schools, and the U.S. Postal Service. The event, praised by attendees as one of the best career fairs in the region, reinforced Ivy Tech’s commitment to workforce development and community connections.

  • | Indianapolis

    Chef Jenni Schouppe Named New Program Chair for School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis has appointed Chef Jenni Schouppe as the new program chair for its School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, effective August 18. Chef Schouppe, who previously served as assistant department chair and assistant professor of baking and pastry, succeeds Chef Jeff Bricker, who retired this summer.

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Indy Nursing Instructor Tasha Cohee named a Top 3 Finalist for DAISY Award

    Tasha Cohee, an Ascension St. Vincent Carmel Nurse, was surprised by her supervisor with the news that she was nominated for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses by her former students – in front of her current students. “It’s an incredible honor.”

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Launches 2025 Summer Healthcare Academy

    High School Students Join Immersive, Career-Building Experience

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis and Meijer Partner Up to Fight Hunger

    Through September 27, Meijer shoppers can purchase $10 donation cards at the Meijer store located at 56th Street and Keystone Avenue that will directly benefit our IvyCares food pantry for students in need.

  • | Indianapolis

    How getting involved on campus improved my academic and professional life at Ivy Tech

    In this Student Voices, Ivy Tech Indianapolis student Yamilet Aca-Cuachitl shares how stepping out of their comfort zone transformed their college experience—and their future. It wasn’t just classes that shaped their journey; it was saying yes to campus involvement. In their own words, learn how Yamilet went from being hesitant about college to unlocking their confidence.

  • | Indianapolis

    Biotechnology Student Shares How the Lilly Scholars Program Changed Her Path at Ivy Tech – Watch Her Story

    Ivy Tech biotechnology student Hamsou Iro shares how the Lilly Scholars at Ivy Tech scholarships transformed her educational journey, covering tuition and opening doors to pharmaceutical career opportunities. Watch her inspiring story to learn how Ivy Tech’s affordable programs and hands-on learning can help you achieve your STEM goals.

  • | Indianapolis

    STEM Student Finds Job, Mentorship Opportunity Through Ivy+ Career Link’s Talent Connection

    When Ivy Tech Indianapolis student Aryaija Dodson needed a job, she turned to the College’s Ivy+ Career Link—and it changed her career trajectory. With the help of a Talent Connection Manager, Dodson secured a role at OmniSite, which then led to an unexpected opportunity to mentor young students in robotics.

  • | Indianapolis

    Ivy Tech and The Patachou Foundation Launch Culinary Certification Pathway for High School Students

    Marion County high school students participating in The Patachou Foundation’s summer Food Fellowship program can now earn college credit through 51¶ÌÊÓƵ’s School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management.

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