150th Anniversary

Celebrating 150 Years of Excellence and Impact at IUP

Welcome to the official hub for IUP’s 150th Anniversary! Explore our rich history, upcoming events, and ways to join the celebration. Be part of this milestone as we honor IUP’s legacy and future!

Key Anniversary Events

IUP Giving Week

May 12–17, 2025

IUP Day at PNC Park

August 10, 2025

Opening of the Academic Year

August 22, 2025

150th Anniversary Celebration

August 23, 2025, Kovalchick Complex, 5:00–9:00 p.m.

Homecoming

October 4, 2025

Alumni Stories

Watch the Full Playlist on YouTube

150 Volunteer Hour Challenge

Student groups, departments, offices, alumni groups, or individuals can pledge to volunteer 150 hours in our 150th year. Volunteer dates are May 17, 2025, to May 16, 2026.

Student Organizations

Faculty and Staff

Offices and Departments

Contests and Competitions

T-Shirt Design Contest

The winning design will be printed on limited edition T-shirts that will be handed out at our Kickoff Celebration of IUP’s 150th Anniversary. The deadline for submissions is Friday, April 25, 2025.

PNC Park First Pitch Challenge

As IUP celebrates 150 years in 2025, we’re excited to offer alumni and friends a fantastic opportunity. If you make a gift of $150 or more between now and August 1, 2025, you will be entered for a chance to throw out the first pitch at the game! (Pitchers must be 11 years of age or older.) The winner will be drawn on August 4, 2025.

Contact Us

For general inquiries about anniversary events or website issues, please email us at IUP-150@iup.edu.