Learn about some key events this fall—from the IUP Day student involvement fair to Homecoming to Winter Commencement. See more on the Upcoming Events page.
September
At IUP Day, students learn about the variety of organizations they can join.
Friday, September 2
National College Colors Day
Wear IUP colors and apparel to show your school spirit.
Wednesday, September 7
Goal in the Grove
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Oak Grove. See what services the Career and Professional Development Center offers to help you achieve your career goals. Food and giveaways are available.
Thursday, September 8
IUP Day
3:00–6:00 p.m., Kovalchick Complex. Meet members of 175 student organizations, see performances, collect giveaways, and more at this student involvement fair.
Monday, September 12
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Oak Grove. Join in as the campus marks the 21st anniversary of 9/11, and members of the IUP family reflect on the day’s tragic events and the lasting impact.
Constitution Day: What Would Our Founding Fathers Say? (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., HUB Ohio Room and Zoom. Can the Constitution, at 233 years old, still serve the needs of society? Ask the authors what they think.
Tuesday, September 13
Careers in Government: Professional Panel Series
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., B20 Stabley Library and Zoom. Connect with employers to explore career paths, network, and learn about job and internship opportunities.
Wednesday, September 14
Learning Commons Grand Opening: IUP Libraries
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Stapleton Library. The library has transformed, providing more spaces and services to meet students’ needs. Enjoy food, fun, and giveaways as you tour the library and the centers that now call it home.
Monday, September 19
Graduate School: Is It the Right Step for Me? (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. A panel will discuss how grad school may further your career goals and differentiate you in the job market and how to decide if it’s right for you.
Tuesday, September 20
Chalk the Walk for RAINN Day
4:00-7:00 p.m., Oak Grove. Chalk messages, statistics, and more for RAINN Day on Wednesday.
National Voter Registration Day
This civic holiday aims to boost awareness of voter registration opportunities to reach the thousands of citizens who may not register otherwise.
Health Fair
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., HUB. Employees and students can learn more about their health at this fair coordinated by the Human Resources Benefits office.
Wednesday, September 21
RAINN Day
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Oak Grove. RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) Day raises awareness and educates students about sexual violence on college campuses. Umbrellas with messages will be on display, and resources will be available.
Friday, September 23
Family Weekend (also Saturday and Sunday)
Families are invited to spend time with their students at their home away from home. Many activities and events will be offered.
Saturday, September 24
Football: First Home Game
4:00 p.m., Miller Stadium. The Crimson Hawks face the Mercyhurst Lakers in their first home game of the season.
Monday, September 26
Vote! Our Democracy Depends on You! (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Attend this nonpartisan session to learn how to register to vote, why voting is important, and how to use your vote to petition the government to act in your interests.
Wednesday, September 28
Career Expo and Graduate School Fair
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Kovalchick Complex. Explore job, internship, and graduate school opportunities in a variety of fields.
Back to Basics: Résumé Writing, Interviewing, and Preparing for the Job Search
6:00 p.m., Elkin Great Room. This is part of the Career Ready Seminar Series, which helps students build skills for a successful transition to the professional world.
October
The marching band will perform at halftime during IUP’s Homecoming football game against Slippery Rock.
Saturday, October 1
Homecoming
Join in this annual celebration for students, alumni, and the surrounding community. Highlights include the parade at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Indiana and the football game against Slippery Rock at 2:00 p.m. in Miller Stadium.
Monday, October 3
21st Century Conflict, Global Consequences (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. A panel will discuss the actions of major world powers, the rise of new weapons, and the impact on everyday people, from rising petroleum prices to economic sanctions to displacement.
Thursday, October 6
Liberal/Fine Arts: Professional Panel Series
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., B20 Stabley Library and Zoom. Connect with employers to explore career paths, network, and learn about job and internship opportunities.
Monday, October 10
Celebrating Coming Out Day: Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Learn about Matthew Shepard, behind the headlines, in this film that explores the devastation of intolerance, the power of love, and the beauty of compassion.
Week of October 10
Spring 2023 Registration Begins
Look for the registration schedule and for details on how to register for classes.
Wednesday, October 12
Leonard Hall Dedication
5:30–7:30 p.m., Leonard Hall lobby. Attend the formal dedication of Jane E. Leonard Hall, named for a beloved educator and administrator whose contributions were critical to the success of the school now known as IUP.
Monday, October 17
What to Say, How to Say It: Reestablishing the Art of Spoken Communication (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Learn word tips and tricks that, with practice, will allow you to become a more effective communicator and successful professional.
Monday and Tuesday, October 24 and 25
Student Fall Break
No classes will take place on these days.
Thursday, October 27
Careers in the Media: Professional Panel Series
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., B20 Stabley Library and Zoom. Connect with employers to explore career paths, network, and learn about job and internship opportunities.
Monday, October 31
Languages to Exclude or Include? That Is the Question. (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Part of the Foreign Language Diversity and Inclusion Series, this program will explore the connections between cultural identity, communication, and languages and how they include or exclude people.
November
Answering the Call, a monument next to Leonard Hall, honors veterans of Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. IUP will celebrate veterans during the Six O’Clock Series in November.
Tuesday, November 1
Crafting Your Professional Brand: Showcasing Your Professional Self
6:00 p.m., Elkin Great Room. This is part of the Career Ready Seminar Series, which helps students build skills for a successful transition to the professional world.
Monday, November 7
Etiquette Dinner (also Tuesday, November 8)
5:30 p.m., Blue Room, Sutton Hall. Learn how to interact with peers, colleagues, and professionals and how to conduct yourself professionally in a formal dining setting.
Bounce Back (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Rather than throw in the towel, learn to overcome and recover from challenges you face. IUP alumna Quinshayah Nocho is the presenter.
Tuesday, November 8
Election Day
Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for this General Election. If you vote in person, you must vote at your assigned polling place. Find more voter information.
Monday, November 14
Celebrating Veterans Day (Six O’Clock Series)
6:00–7:30 p.m., Elkin Great Room and Zoom. Join in a program to recognize those who have served and who are currently serving our nation.
Tuesday, November 15
Deadline to Apply for May Graduation
Undergraduates (including associate degree and dual baccalaureate degree students) apply for graduation via MyIUP in their next-to-final semester.
Entrepreneurship: Professional Panel Series
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., B20 Stabley Library and Zoom. Connect with employers to explore career paths, network, and learn about job and internship opportunities.
Wednesday–Friday, November 23–25
Thanksgiving Recess
No classes will take place on these days. Have a safe and happy break!
Tuesday, November 29
Giving Tuesday
Join IUP’s efforts to support students during this national day of giving on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
December
Winter Commencement takes place in December at the Kovalchick Complex.
Thursday, December 1
Deadline to Apply for January Graduation
Undergraduates (including associate degree and dual baccalaureate degree students) apply for graduation via MyIUP in their next-to-final semester.
Monday, December 5
Classes End
This is the last day of classes for the fall 2022 semester.
Tuesday, December 6
De-stress Fest
As finals week begins, take time to decompress with a variety of relaxing activities, from chair massage to a visit with therapy dogs.
Tuesday–Friday, December 6–9
Final Exams
Show what you’ve learned this semester during this week of testing.
Saturday, December 10
Winter Commencement
Kovalchick Complex. This is the ceremony that honors December 2022 and January 2023 graduates.
Celebration Toast
The Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement will honor members of the graduating class with a celebration toast. Family members are welcome.