The Pennsylvania Drone Association selected Indiana University of Pennsylvania for its 2024 Ellie Education Award, recognizing IUP as “an educational institution that has helped to elevate the drone industry in our commonwealth in a meaningful and significant way. “
In an office and laboratories on the upper floors of Kopchick Hall, Skip Kingston ’73, M’75 occupies a unique place in the life of IUP. Kingston is a visiting scientist, or scientist in residence, continuing his work on various projects relating to analytical chemistry.
Kerry Green was inducted into the Pittsburgh Marathon Hall of Fame in May, an acknowledgment of his lifetime achievements as a distance runner. But long before that, Green had gained acclaim far beyond western Pennsylvania, not so much for his running, but for what he did while running. He juggled.
In 1996, the Cook Honors College was established at IUP with a bold objective: to carve out a space on campus in which several hundred students at a time could immerse themselves in a rigorous, communal learning experience. More than a quarter-century later, CHC’s mission is thriving.
Recipients of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards were honored in April at a gala sponsored by the IUP Alumni Association.
In a jaw-dropping about-face that saw a once-downtrodden program rise to national prominence, coach Steve Kline led the Crimson Hawks to a school-record 41 victories and a berth in the NCAA Division II College World Series, where his team finished third after beating both the defending national champion and the top seed.
IUP’s ongoing work to meet the changing needs of students and to ensure a sustainable future has involved intense planning over the last two years.
The following information was shared with students on December 13, 2024:
The Department of Education is committed to ensuring students and families get the help they need to successfully submit a FAFSA form.
At its meeting today, Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Council of Trustees endorsed a tiered residential housing scholarship for students choosing to live in on-campus housing, increasing the housing scholarship for some students by $1,000.
At its meeting today, Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Council of Trustees approved a recommendation to revise dining plan rates.
The following was shared with students on December 11, 2024:
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency recently announced the identification of a previously unaccounted-for service member from a site where IUP was one of the contributing archaeological teams. IUP Anthropology faculty and students conducted forensic archaeological excavation of WWII aircraft crash sites in Germany through a cooperative agreement with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and the Henry M Jackson Foundation.
On one hand, Nate Heuer loves how the world of art never stays the same. On the other, he loves its core principles that took root centuries ago. Learn more about him in this installment of Meet Our Faculty.
“Points of Pride” highlights achievements in academics, athletics, scholarships and grant awards, community services, and other areas.
Join us in celebrating the spirit of the season with a special holiday from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, featuring the IUP Marching Band.
