More Pittsburgh-area school districts are eliminating class rank
Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Slippery Rock University do not use class rank in admissions, a Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education spokesperson confirmed. At IUP, officials found that cumulative high school GPA is the best predictor of student success while Slippery Rock looks at GPA and coursework rigor, a shift that came as fewer high schools ranked their students.
More Pittsburgh-area school districts are eliminating class rank
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Feb. 9, 2025
STATE SYSTEM APPROVES ENHANCED SICK LEAVE RETIREMENT INCENTIVE
The governors also appointed sophomore Jackson White as the student member of the IUP Council of Trustees. In his remarks to the State System Board of Governors, APSCUF President Dr. Kenneth Mash thanked the board for initiating an audit of university practices in the treatment of faculty members and university employees in relation to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Mash had been critical of those practices and a lack of fair treatment after some faculty members spoke before the board at its October meeting. He also urged quick action by the State System should the board approve IUP’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine.
STATE SYSTEM APPROVES ENHANCED SICK LEAVE RETIREMENT INCENTIVE
Renda Broadcasting, Feb. 9, 2025
Area students complete graduation requirements from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
PUNXSUTAWNEY – Area students have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. The academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the United States.
Area students complete graduation requirements from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
Clearfield Progress, Feb. 8, 2025
IUP receives another boost to proposed medical school
An anonymous donor has provided an sizable contribution to Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. The $250,000 donation is now part of more than $31 million in private and governmental funding secured to start the school being led by founding Dean Dr. Miko Rose and her team.
IUP receives another boost to proposed medical school
Yahoo News, Feb. 7, 2025
IUP RECEIVES $250,000 FOR PROPOSED COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Another large financial gift has been donated to the IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine. An anonymous donor has stepped forward and presented IUP with a $250,000 gift to the school. With this donation, the school has received over $31 million in private and government funding for school.
IUP RECEIVES $250,000 FOR PROPOSED COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Renda Broadcasting, Feb. 6, 2025
IUP reports anonymous $250,000 grant toward college of osteopathic medicine
Indiana University of Pennsylvania announced this week that its proposed college of osteopathic medicine has received a $250,000 gift from an anonymous donor. “IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine has met with incredible support from alumni, friends, legislators and our faculty and staff from the very beginning of our discussions,” IUP President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said. “We are very grateful to this donor and to everyone who continues to play a part in advancing this important initiative.”
IUP reports anonymous $250,000 grant toward college of osteopathic medicine
Indiana Gazette, Feb. 6, 2025
CMHS grad completes requirements for graduation at IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
PUNXSUTAWNEY — A Central Mountain High School graduate has completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship.
The Academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the United States. IUP’s 16-month accelerated program includes study for 12 months and a paid externship during the final semester. IUP has a 100 percent externship placement record, with more than 85 percent of students placed in four- and five-star and diamond properties for the externship experience.
CMHS grad completes requirements for graduation at IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
The Express, Feb. 6, 2025
Campus Chatter
Kelli May Waltz, Williamson Road, Blossburg, daughter of Roxanne and Ernest Waltz Jr., completed the culinary arts program requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. She is a graduate of North Penn-Liberty High School. She completed her externship at Penn State University.
Campus Chatter
Wellsboro Gazette, Feb. 6, 2025
IUP receives $250K donation for upcoming osteopathic medicine college
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has received a gift of $250,000 from an anonymous donor for its upcoming college of osteopathic medicine. The college plans to open its doors in 2027 and graduate its first class of students in 2031. According to a release from the university, the osteopathic medicine college has now received over $31 million in public and private funding. “We are very grateful to this donor and to everyone who continues to play a part in advancing this important initiative,” said IUP president Michael Driscoll.
IUP receives $250K donation for upcoming osteopathic medicine college
Butler Eagle, Feb. 4, 2025
PASSHE governors confirm White as new IUP student trustee
Jackson White, an Indiana University of Pennsylvania undergraduate from Uniontown, Fayette County, has been confirmed as an IUP student trustee by the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors. “An IUP sophomore, Mr. White was selected as the nominee in a process consistent with established procedure,” IUP President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll wrote to Interim PASSHE Chancellor Dr. Christopher M. Fiorentino four days after a unanimous vote on Dec. 12, 2024, by the IUP Council of Trustees.
PASSHE governors confirm White as new IUP student trustee
Indiana Gazette, Feb. 8, 2025
IUP NAMES NEW STUDENT TRUSTEE
At the quarterly meeting of the PASSHE Board of Governors this morning, IUP President Dr. Michael Driscoll recommended Jackson White as the new student trustee to the university.
IUP NAMES NEW STUDENT TRUSTEE
Renda Broadcasting, Feb 6, 2025
Enrollment challenges loom
In 2023, IUP President Michael Driscoll created a comprehensive student success infrastructure designed to meet the principal goal of the IUP Strategic Plan: Keep every student who comes to IUP to help them meet their academic and personal goals. In addition to the administrative leadership and data team, 17 full-time navigators were hired and trained and offer direct, data-driven, proactive support to every student. IUP has already seen increases in student retention and persistence.
Enrollment challenges loom
Pittsburgh Business Times, Feb. 7, 2025
Bias is all over your social feed. We need media literacy to help us navigate it
Now that I’m studying journalism at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, I wish everybody had these lessons before heading to college. Young people would be exposed to different points of view that could help them make better decisions. In my media wellness class this semester, I saw how my peers struggled on an assignment to evaluate media coverage for bias. Being so online has made news literacy more critical for teens.
Bias is all over your social feed. We need media literacy to help us navigate it. | Opinion
USA Today, Feb. 7, 2025
IUP Panhellenic Association makes donation
The IRMC Healthcare Foundation recently received a donation from the IUP Panhellenic Association. The students made Jared Boxes to be distributed to pediatric patients receiving care at IRMC. Pictured, from left, are Emma Cramer; Heather Reed, executive director of IRMC Healthcare Foundation; and Kennedy Rogal from the IUP Panhellenic Association.
IUP Panhellenic Association makes donation
Indiana Gazette, Feb. 4, 2025
IUP gets high marks for its computer science and cybersecurity classes
Indiana University of Pennsylvania said it has received another high ranking, this time among the top 25 “best computer science with cybersecurity emphasis” programs in the nation by Cybersecurity Guide.Indiana University of Pennsylvania said it has received another high ranking, this time among the top 25 “best computer science with cybersecurity emphasis” programs in the nation by Cybersecurity Guide. Cybersecurity Guide is an international, independent resource, written by a team of professional cybersecurity writers. It states as its mission “to be the most comprehensive cybersecurity education website on the internet,” with a goal of providing “the most accurate and up-to-date information” regarding cybersecurity degrees, bootcamps, certifications, and online training programs. IUP officials said the university is one of only two in Pennsylvania selected for the ranking and the only public university in the commonwealth in the top 25.
IUP gets high marks for its computer science and cybersecurity classes
Kittanning Leader Times, Feb. 3, 2025
Armstrong Hospital Teams Up With IUP
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital and IUP have agreed to a new partnership that will give students real-world experience. The hospital formalized a clinical training affiliation agreement for students at IUP in their proposed college of osteopathic medicine. IUP’s Council of Trustees first approved the new school in December 2022 and are in the process of ramping up operations. That includes a requirement to form clinical partnerships—which is what this agreement with Armstrong Hospital will do. IUP has also signed agreements with Punxsutawney Hospital and Indiana Regional Medical Center.
The post Armstrong Hospital Teams Up With IUP
ButlerRadio.com, Feb. 3, 2025
Rising Stars: Meet Eric Dillman
From the age of eight, I have nurtured a passion for architecture and design. My academic journey led me to Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where I studied Interior Design. Upon graduation, I secured a full-time position as an Interior Designer, thanks to my senior portfolio. Like any professional path, advancement required effort and initiative, which I found lacking in my early employment experiences. Consequently, I sought opportunities proactively.
Rising Stars: Meet Eric Dillman
CanvasRebel, Feb. 2, 2025
Campus notes
The following area students have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts: Jacob Ramirez, Reading, culinary arts; D’Janique Thomas, Reading; Madison Stetler, Amity Township, baking and pastry arts.
Campus notes
Reading Eagle/Yahoo News, Feb. 2, 2025
Black Lens editor gives youth a voice
In January, April Eberhardt dropped "interim" from the title she had since July 2024. She is now officially editor of The Black Lens newspaper, while continuing the job she has held since August 2017 as college and career counselor at Shadle Park High School. With the new title, she builds on her roots while attending George Westinghouse High School in Pittsburgh, Pa., when she wrote news, features, op eds and more for The New Pittsburgh Courier, a historic black newspaper. In 1995, April graduated from high school, where she met her husband, Eddie. She earned a bachelor's degree at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1999 with a major in English and a minor in journalism.
Black Lens editor gives youth a voice
The Fig Tree, Feb. 1, 2025
Phil again gets his image cut into ice at Academy of Culinary Arts
PUNXSUTAWNEY — Phil is getting “iced” again this year. The Ice Carving Club at Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts again is creating an annual tribute to Punxsutawney Phil and Groundhog Day with an ice carving on Gobbler’s Knob as part of the community Groundhog Day celebration. The ice carving event will take place Saturday in front of the ACA classroom on Gilpin Street, and will remain on display through Groundhog Day Sunday.
Phil again gets his image cut into ice at Academy of Culinary Arts
Kittanning Leader-Times, Feb. 1, 2025
IUP police, AIBDHP partner to develop crisis intervention training
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Police Academy, part of the IUP’s Criminal Justice Training Academy, has partnered with Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program to develop and offer Crisis Intervention Team training for first responders.
The 40-hour training prepares police, first responders, community providers and the behavioral health and criminal justice systems to better collaborate and communicate in order to promote an appropriate response to individuals during and after a mental health crisis, said Marcia Cole, director of IUP’s Criminal Justice Training Academy. Cole led the initiative for the program. The first CIT training will be offered April 7 to 11, free of charge to first responders because of the financial support from the IUP Police Academy and the Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program. Persons who complete the training will be certified as a CIT member. Registration for the training is open and can be made by e mailing Marcia.cole@iup.edu or calling (724) 357-3987. There are limited seats available.
IUP police, AIBDHP partner to develop crisis intervention training
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 31, 2025
Fitzsimons leaving IUP for Allegheny College
Following five years of what Indiana University of Pennsylvania called “exemplary service,” Vice President for Administration and Finance Dr. Debra L. Fitzsimons is moving on, effective Feb. 7, to the post of chief financial officer at Allegheny College in Meadville, Crawford County. “Dr. Fitzsimons has been a valued member of my leadership team,” IUP President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said. “She has worked tirelessly as a key member of university leadership to bring this university through challenging times, including recommending and implementing some very hard decisions necessary to improve the financial health of our university.”
Fitzsimons leaving IUP for Allegheny College
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 31, 2025
Wayne County Wanderings: Kate Bryant is the first female president and CEO in HNB history
One of my favorite aspects of writing this column is the chance to exchange ideas with some of the best and brightest minds around. From talented athletes and legendary coaches, to gifted writers and even the occasional celebrity, Wayne County Wanderings gives me the opportunity to introduce you to some extraordinary people. Just last week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kate Bryant, a rising star on the financial scene who recently etched her name in the local history books. A 1995 graduate of Honesdale High School, Kate attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she studied finance and economics. She then moved to Philadelphia where she entered the workplace and eventually earned her master's degree from Villanova.
Wayne County Wanderings: Kate Bryant is the first female president and CEO in HNB history
Tri-County Independent, Jan. 30, 2025
Allegheny College appoints CFO
Allegheny College announced Wednesday it has appointed Debra L. Fitzsimons as its chief financial officer effective Saturday. Fitzsimons brings nearly three decades of experience in higher education finance and administration, the college said in making the announcement. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Fitzsimons to Allegheny College,” President Ron Cole said. “Her deep expertise, visionary leadership, and passion for higher education will undoubtedly play a key role in advancing our Strategic Pathway and ensuring a bright future for Allegheny.” Fitzsimons earned a doctorate in public policy, planning and evaluation, with a focus on educational finance and policy, from the University of Pittsburgh. Her career spans 29 years in senior executive roles, including vice chancellor for business services at South Orange County Community College District, vice chancellor of administrative affairs at the University of Hawaii at Hilo, and most recently as vice president for administration and finance at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Fitzsimons succeeds Linda Wetsell, who has served Allegheny for more than 20 years. “I am thrilled to join Allegheny College during this exciting time of strategic planning and innovation,” Fitzsimons said. “This role offers an incredible opportunity to support the college in achieving all of its goals, continuing to empower students while ensuring financial sustainability and growth for the institution. I look forward to being part of the Allegheny College team.”
Allegheny College appoints CFO
The Meadville Tribune, Jan. 30, 2025
Phil will be 'iced' at Academy of Culinary Arts
PUNXSUTAWNEY – Phil is getting “iced” again this year. The Ice Carving Club at Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts again is creating an annual tribute to Punxsutawney Phil and Groundhog Day with an ice carving on Gobbler’s Knob as part of the community Groundhog Day celebration.
Phil will be 'iced' at Academy of Culinary Arts
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 31, 2025
ACMH teams with IUP for new medical college
KITTANNING – The leadership teams at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital (ACMH) and Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) came together yesterday (Wednesday) to announce a clinical training agreement for IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. “We come here because the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is in a rural healthcare crisis,” IUP President Dr. Michael Driscoll said at a press conference held at ACMH Wednesday morning. “Too many rural residents need medical care, and there are too few medical professionals to provide it.”
ACMH teams with IUP for new medical college
The Leader-Vindicator (Dubois), Jan. 30, 2025
ACMH signs training affiliation agreement for IUP's proposed college of osteopathic medicine
Wednesday morning saw Armstrong County Memorial Hospital (ACMH) and the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) formalizing a clinical training affiliation agreement for IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. “This partnership marks an important step forward in addressing one of the most pressing challenges in healthcare today, the unique needs of rural health,” said Rachel Verdi, executive director — risk and quality management for Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network (PMCN). ACMH is part of PMCN, which shares IUP’s purposed college of osteopathic medicine’s commitment to educate the next generation of healthcare providers who are committed to practicing in rural communities.
ACMH signs training affiliation agreement for IUP's proposed college of osteopathic medicine
Agreement will support the goal of solving the rural health crisis
Kittanning Leader-Times, Jan. 30, 2025
ACMH signs training affiliation agreement for IUP's proposed college of osteopathic medicine
The proposed college has the aim to educate and train future osteopathic physicians committed to improving health outcomes in rural and undeserved communities. Present at the signing were IUP President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll; college of osteopathic medicine Founding Dean Dr. Miko Rose; ACMH President and CEO Nichole Geraci and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sarun Suwan; physician Dr. Chad Shaffer; and Armstrong County board of commissioners Chairman John Strate and Vice Chairman Anthony Shea. “Through this partnership, we at ACMH look forward to showcasing the exceptional care that is provided at our hospital and working to prepare our future physicians for a career in rural health care,” Geraci said.
ACMH signs training affiliation agreement for IUP's proposed college of osteopathic medicine Indiana Gazette, Jan. 30, 2025
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital partners with IUP to sign clinical training agreement
KITTANNING, Pa. (KDKA) -- IUP's proposed college of osteopathic medicine and Armstrong County Memorial Hospital signed a clinical training agreement as there's a need for doctors in rural areas. "We all feel this need together and we're gonna solve this need together," said IUP President Michael Driscoll. "We will be sending medical students to do clinical rotations in the hospital here, so that they learn to be great docs in rural areas that's the key," said Driscoll. "We have to pass the knowledge along, I think it's important to educate tomorrow's doctors," said Dr. Sarun Sawan, ACMH General Surgeon and Chief Medical Officer.
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital partners with IUP to sign clinical training agreement
KDKA-TV, Jan. 29, 2025
IUP, ACMH SIGN CLINICAL TRAINING PROGRAM AGREEMENT FOR PROPOSED COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has another partnership in place with a hospital for the proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine.
IUP, ACMH SIGN CLINICAL TRAINING PROGRAM AGREEMENT FOR PROPOSED COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 29, 2025
ACMH Hospital strikes partnership with IUP
The Kittanning hospital will provide clinical training for the university’s planned college of osteopathic medicine via an affiliation agreement, the organizations announced at a news event Wednesday. “Together, we are laying the foundation to improve access, innovate care delivery, and prepare future medical leaders to meet the specific needs of rural populations,” Rachel Verdi, executive director of risk and quality management for ACMH, said. “Our shared vision is to ensure that no matter where someone lives, they have access to the quality care that they deserve.”
ACMH Hospital strikes partnership with IUP
Butler Eagle, Jan. 29, 2025
IUP and ACMH sign agreement for Armstrong hospital to educate IUP medical students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Armstrong County Memorial Hospital have formed a clinical training affiliation agreement for students at IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. IUP’s trustees began exploring developing a college of osteopathic medicine in December 2022 and hired Dr. Miko Rose as founding dean of the proposed college in November 2023. Securing clinical training sites for students is part of the accreditation process. Students in such colleges typically spend the first two years of their education in the classroom and during the third and fourth years they are based in the community at clinical sites.
IUP and ACMH sign agreement for Armstrong hospital to educate IUP medical students
Pittsburgh Business Times, Jan. 29, 2025
Business Indiana: IUP marks 150, works toward a COM, has other highlights
On May 17, 1875, as detained in an online history, Indiana Normal School began its first session in John Sutton Hall, now a nationally registered historic landmark, still at the heart of what is now the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus. It was more than a decade in the making, starting in the 1860s when the Indiana Teacher Training Institute and prominent citizens of Indiana began discussing the need for improved teacher training, and continuing through 1871 when Pennsylvania’s General Assembly allocated money for the establishment of the Indiana Normal School, direct ancestor of what today is IUP.
Business Indiana: IUP marks 150, works toward a COM, has other highlights
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 28, 2025
Mile-wide volcano could erupt off US West Coast this year, say scientists
An undersea volcano located near the West Coast of the US is likely to erupt at some point this year, scientists have said. Axial Seamount lies around 480km off the coast of Oregon and has previously erupted three times, in 1998, 2015 and 2011. Geophysicist William Chadwick, of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, told a meeting of the American Geophysical Union in Washington DC last month that activity at the volcano suggested an eruption would happen in 2025. He told KOIN 6 News: “Because it's had these three eruptions in the last 30 years, that's why we call it the most active volcano in the Pacific Northwest, because most of the ones on land aren't active that frequently, and they spend a lot of their time slumbering, whereas Axial has a pretty active magma supply.
Mile-wide volcano could erupt off US West Coast this year, say scientists
The Standard/Yahoo News, Jan. 27, 2025
IUP plans all-day seminar on 'Shaping Tomorrow' on Tuesday
Indiana University of Pennsylvania employees are getting a chance to help the institution with “Shaping Tomorrow” during an all-day seminar Tuesday on “Detailing IUP’s Future.” IUP Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Lara Luetkehans extended an invitation to the event in a posting on the university’s website.
IUP plans all-day seminar on 'Shaping Tomorrow' on Tuesday
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 26, 2025
IUP TO EXAMINE “FUTURE OF THE UNIVERSITY”
All daytime classes at IUP will be canceled on Tuesday as the university holds an event for faculty and staff entitled “Shaping Tomorrow: Detailing IUP’s Future.” It takes place between 8 AM and 4:30 PM at the KCAC and is designed to build on President Mike Driscoll’s recent presentations about the future of the university through breakout session, speakers, and presentations. According to a university release, participants can join in brainstorming, offer suggestions, and “discuss the key steps needed to solidify the direction IUP will travel in the near future amid difficult times for higher education.” IUP encourages attendees to provide input for “these critical conversations.” A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event is open only to IUP faculty and staff.
IUP TO EXAMINE “FUTURE OF THE UNIVERSITY”
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 26, 2025
2 Butler county residents graduate from IUP’s Academy of Culinary Arts
Two Butler County residents have graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, which included experience with a four-month paid externship. Konrad Kozminski, of Prospect, completed the baking and pastry arts program. While at the academy, he received the Most Ambitious Complex Plate Award in the student hot food competition. He completed his externship at Penn Highlands in Dubois. Mason Peterson, of Chicora, completed the culinary arts program. He completed his externship at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge & Spa in Phoenix, Ariz. IUP’s 16-month accelerated program includes study for 12 months and a paid externship during the final semester. Students at the Academy can also complete a 16-month baking and pastry arts program or choose to complete both programs. The academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the U.S.
2 Butler county residents graduate from IUP’s Academy of Culinary Arts
Butler Eagle, Jan. 23, 2025
On Campus --Culinary student completes externship
PUNXSUTAWNEY — Cameron Havens of Altoona has completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. Havens completed his externship at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C. He is the son of Jaclyn Flick, Rob Boyes and Mike Havens and a 2020 graduate of Altoona Area High School. He completed the culinary arts program, where he was the recipient of the Linda Debenderfer Scholarship and won first place in the hot food competition. The academy is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the U.S.
On Campus
Altoona Mirror, Jan.25, 2025
Aestique Plastic Surgery founder creates scholarship
The owner and founder of Aestique Plastic Surgery has gifted $50,000 to Indiana University of Pennsylvania to create a new scholarship for students pursuing degrees in the health care field. Theodore A. Lazzaro, Aestique chief, said the scholarship “presents a powerful commitment with IUP to support and advance development of programs and interventions that improve access to quality care by educating health care providers and improving the diagnosis and management of medical conditions.” The scholarship will be available to full-time students at the university who are pursuing degrees in health care, with preference given to those who graduated from high schools located within Indiana or Westmoreland counties. There are more than 2,400 IUP students in health care majors, according to the university.
Aestique Plastic Surgery founder creates IUP scholarship
Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Jan. 23, 2025
Creekside natives and their spouses donate scholarship to IUP
Two brothers who grew up in Creekside and studied at Indiana University of Pennsylvania are giving back to their alma mater. The university announced that graduates Rolando and Dr. Primo Toccafondi as well as their spouses, Primo’s wife and fellow IUP graduate P. Suzanne Kurtz Toccafondi and Rolando’s wife and Allegheny College alumnus Barbara Micks Toccafondi, have made a donation to establish a scholarship for full-time students pursuing an education degree or teaching certificate at IUP. The Toccafondi-Kurtz Scholarship will be available for full-time students who are sophomores, juniors, or seniors.
Creekside natives and their spouses donate scholarship to IUP
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 24, 2025
How Conemaugh Health System's focus on training, expertise benefits local residents
JOHNSTOWN ― One of the biggest challenges that affects hospitals nationwide, especially in rural areas, is a shortage of nurses and physicians to provide medical care to patients, said Rodney Reider, market president of Conemaugh Health System, at a public meeting in December. That’s why, Reider said, Conemaugh Health System strengthened its nursing school enrollment in 2024 and forged agreements with Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine and Bishop McCort Catholic High School in Johnstown: To help train a new generation of medical professionals and give local high school students an early look into a variety of careers in the medical field. “We need to continue to grow our own, we need to continue to invest in our healthcare, in our medical schools. That’s why we signed an agreement recently with IUP. In Pennsylvania specifically, there’s a projected shortage coming right now – that is not around the corner, that’s here.”
How Conemaugh Health System's focus on training, expertise benefits local residents
Somerset Daily American, Jan. 24, 2025
Area students complete graduation requirements from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
PUNXSUTAWNEY – Area students have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. The academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the United States.
Area students complete graduation requirements from IUP Academy of Culinary Arts
Jeffersonian Democrat, Jan. 24, 2025
IUP Criminal Justice training program partnering with CNX Resources
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Criminal Justice Training Center (CJTC) has finalized an agreement with CNX Resources in Canonsburg to serve as the Pittsburgh region’s satellite site for the Center’s municipal police academy (Act 120) training.
IUP Criminal Justice training program partnering with CNX Resources
Jeffersonian Democrat, Jan. 23, 2025
Local students graduate culinary school
PUNXSUTAWNEY – Area students have completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship.
Locals students graduate culinary school
Leader-Vindicator, Jan. 23, 2025
Indiana University of Pennsylvania's University Museum prepares for 'Alumni Artistry' Exhibition
Indiana University of Pennsylvania's University Museum prepares for 'Alumni Artistry' Exhibition
“Alumni Artistry: The Aesthetic Legacy of IUP” celebrates 150 years of “creative excellence” at IUP. The works exhibited in this juried exhibition includes artists from across the nation, including Ann Flemings, a 1995 graphics design alumna specializing in abstract paintings operating out of her studio in Austin, Texas; Colleen Myers, an alumna and member of the Indiana Art Association featuring her landscape painting, “Nature’s Beauty,” which depicts a textured landscape of a beach; Charlotte Smith, a 2015 sociology alumna and owner of Capturing Yinz, an Indiana-based company that provides photography and spiritual services; and more.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania's University Museum prepares for 'Alumni Artistry' Exhibition
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 23, 2025
PNU engages visiting prof from Ethiopia
PHILIPPINE Normal University (PNU) has engaged Prof. Mekasha Kassaye Gobaw of the Addis Ababa University Center for Comparative Education and Policy Studies (AAU-CCEPS) in Ethiopia, as a visiting professor at the PNU College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) from January to July 2025, according to PNU President Bert Tuga. PNU officials welcomed Gobaw in a ceremony held at the Office of the President conference room on Jan. 10, 2025 where he received orientation and overview of the PNU academic culture. He previously served as an English as a Second Language (ESL) professor at Ohio State University, USA, and a research fellow at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA.
PNU engages visiting prof from Ethiopia
Manilla Times, Jan. 23, 2025
Local student completes requirements for graduation
An area student has completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. The Academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the United States. IUP’s 16-month accelerated program includes study for 12 months and a paid externship during the final semester. IUP has a 100 percent externship placement record, with more than 85 percent of students placed in four- and five-star and diamond properties for the externship experience.
Local student completes requirements for graduation
Daily Courier, Jan. 22, 2025
IUP online criminal justice master's program again gets national recognition
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s online master’s program in criminal justice again has been ranked in the top 21 programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. After the program was selected a year ago, it once again was chosen from among 1,752 programs for the publication’s “Best Online Programs 2025” ranking. An IUP spokeswoman said U.S. News editors drew upon data from Academic Insights to evaluate programs. The data covered strong traditional academic foundations based on student-instructor access, graduation rates and instructor credentials. This ranking follows a number of national accolades for IUP and specific IUP programs, including Universities.com’s 2025 recognition of IUP’s safety, health and environmental applied sciences bachelor’s degree program as No. 1 in Pennsylvania and No. 2 in the nation.
IUP online criminal justice master's program again gets national recognition
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 22, 2025
LOCAL STUDENT COMPLETES REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION FROM IUP ACADEMY OF CULINARY ARTS
An area student has completed requirements for graduation from Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts, including a four-month paid externship. The Academy, located in Punxsutawney, is fully accredited by the American Culinary Federation, the maximum accreditation possible for culinary programs in the United States.
IUP’s 16-month accelerated program includes study for 12 months and a paid externship during the final semester. IUP has a 100 percent externship placement record, with more than 85 percent of students placed in four- and five-star and diamond properties for the externship experience. Students at the Academy can choose the culinary arts program or the 16-month baking and pastry arts program or can complete both programs.
LOCAL STUDENT COMPLETES REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION FROM IUP ACADEMY OF CULINARY ARTS
Franklin County Free Press, January 21, 2025
IUP's bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences ranked by Universities.com
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s (IUP) bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences has been ranked first in Pennsylvania and second in the nation by Universities.com. In addition to the bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences, IUP offers a master’s degree and PhD in safety sciences and a minor in safety, health and environmental applied sciences. Graduates with this designation receive a waiver of the Safety Fundamentals Examination and the recognition they are proceeding toward the CSP safety certification, the most highly sought after certification for safety professionals.
IUP's bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences ranked by Universities.com
Kittanning Leader Times, Jan. 20, 2025
City church to host discussion Tuesday
Examining LGBTQIA+ Scripture: A Conversation on Inclusion and Understanding will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at First Lutheran Church, 109 W. Third Ave. The discussion is the next in The Valued: Celebrating Our Differences speaker series and will feature the Rev. Tedd Cogar, an advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and support within faith communities. Cogar brings years of experience addressing topics such as freedom of speech, ethics, and LGBTQIA+ issues within faith communities. He serves as the Senior Assessment Coordinator & LGBTQIA Support at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, as well as a minister at Luther Chapel in Coral, Zion Lutheran Church in Indiana, Pa., and the Lutheran Campus Ministry at IUP.
City church to host discussion Tuesday
Local News, Jan 13, 2025
These are the most selective colleges and universities in Pittsburgh
Indiana University of Pennsylvania also ranked in the top 500 nationally and was 24th in the state. Despite one of the highest acceptance rates among Pittsburgh-area colleges at 91.2% — only Point Park University (97.9%) and University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (95.9%) were higher — IUP's relatively high matriculation rate of 23.6%, which was third-highest among area schools, helped boost its ranking. IUP was in the top third among all examined colleges in the U.S. in matriculation rate, ranking 224th out of 832 in the analysis.
These are the most selective colleges and universities in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Business Times, Jan. 10, 2025
Calderone featured on 'Rural Health Pulse' Calderone to discuss her work with Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
Tammy Calderone, administrator for the Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program, will be featured on this month’s edition of “Rural Health Pulse,” a podcast produced by Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC). Calderone, an accounting graduate of IUP, has 38 years of experience working in the non-profit, governmental human services field in financial and management positions. She has been in her current role since May 2012, previously serving as CFO for the program.
Calderone featured on 'Rural Health Pulse' Calderone to discuss her work with Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
Kittanning Leader Times, Jan. 13, 2025
Edinboro University hires former IUP lineman Matthew Scott as its new football coach
Matthew Scott is familiar with facing Edinboro University's football team. The West Allegheny graduate was a defensive lineman for Indiana (University) of Pennsylvania from 2004-07. Now, Scott will experience what it's like coaching the Crimson Hawks' PSAC West Division rival.
Edinboro University hires former IUP lineman Matthew Scott as its new football coach
Erie Times-News, Jan. 15, 2025
IUP criminal justice training sets up a satellite shop in Southpointe
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Criminal Justice Training Center has finalized an agreement with CNX Resources for its Canonsburg area site in the Southpointe development to serve as the Pittsburgh region’s satellite site for the CJTC’s Act 120 municipal police training academy. CJTC training will start with part-time courses at the CNX site, 1000 Horizon Vue Drive, Cecil Township, Washington County, beginning May 10, with plans in the offing for a full-time class there come March 2026. IUP will continue to host academy programs starting in January and June at CJTC’s main location in the Robertshaw building on the IUP campus. Full-time training is taking place beginning this week, with the next full-time course to begin in June.
IUP criminal justice training sets up a satellite shop in Southpointe
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 14, 2025
IUP, CNX ENTER AGREEMENT TO HOLD MUNICIPAL POLICE ACADEMY TRAINING AT SOUTHPOINTE FACILITY
IUP’s Criminal Justice Training Center has entered into an agreement with CNX Resources to serve as the Pittsburgh region’s satellite site for the Center’s municipal police academy training. Center Director Marcia Cole said in a news release that the CNX site is an excellent location as it provides easy access for interested students in the area. While the program in May will be a part-time program, she also said there are plans to host a full-time class in March of 2026.
IUP, CNX ENTER AGREEMENT TO HOLD MUNICIPAL POLICE ACADEMY TRAINING AT SOUTHPOINTE FACILITY
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 14, 2025
Lazzaro donates $50,000 toward IUP health care scholarship
Dr. Theodore A. Lazzaro, owner and founder of Aestique Plastic Surgery of Greensburg, Shadyside, and Wexford, has gifted $50,000 to Indiana University of Pennsylvania to establish the Dr. Theodore A. Lazzaro Scholarship for students pursuing a degree in a healthcare field. Dr. Miko Rose, founding dean of IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine, was keynote speaker for Aestique’s 2024 Founders Day Ceremony, which recognized the lifetime achievements of Lazzaro and the staff and physicians of Aestique Medical Center. “We are very grateful to Dr. Lazzaro and Aestique Plastic Surgery for this generous scholarship,” said Dr. Hilliary Creely, interim dean of IUP’s College of Health Sciences. “This will help our talented and committed students to pursue their goals in our many healthcare professions, and help to address IUP’s commitment to rural health.”
Lazzaro donates $50,000 toward IUP health care scholarship
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 14, 2025
AESTIQUE FOUNDER GIVES $50,000 TO START IUP SCHOLARSHIP
The founder of Aestique Plastic Surgery has established a scholarship at IUP.
Dr. Theodore Lazzaro has donated $50,000 to the university to start a scholarship in his name for students pursuing a degree in the medical field. While it will be available to all full-time students, preference will be given to students who graduated from high schools in Indiana and Westmoreland Counties. Aestique is a plastic surgery company with locations in Greensburg, Shadyside and Wexford. In a statement, Lazzaro said that he feels a college education is “the key to a better life for people who want to serve the community and improve people’s quality of life.” He also said the scholarship is a commitment with the university to support and advance the development of “programs and interventions that improve access to quality care by educating healthcare providers and improving the diagnosis and management of medical conditions.”
AESTIQUE FOUNDER GIVES $50,000 TO START IUP SCHOLARSHIP
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 15, 2025
Woodland Hills School District names new superintendent
Woodland Hills School District’s school board on Wednesday voted to appoint Joe Maluchnik as the district’s next superintendent. Maluchnik earned his doctorate from Point Park University, his master’s degree in educational administration from California University of Pennsylvania, his bachelor’s degree in business education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his superintendent’s letter of eligibility from Gannon University.
Woodland Hills School District names new superintendent
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Jan. 16, 2025
IUP safety sciences program ranked first in Pennsylvania, 2nd in nation by Universities.com
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences has been ranked first in Pennsylvania and second in the nation by universities.com.
IUP safety sciences program ranked first in Pennsylvania, 2nd in nation by Universities.com
Punxsutawney Spirit, Jan. 16, 2025
IUP SAFETY SCIENCE RANKED FIRST IN PENNSYLVANIA, SECOND IN NATION
IUP’s Safety Sciences and Environmental Engineering program recently received honors from a national publication. Universities.com ranked the department first in Pennsylvania and second in the nation after gathering interviews from students in more than 6,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. Rankings are based on retention and graduation rates, as well as quality of instructors and faculty, financial support for students, and salaries of graduates. Along with a bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences, IUP offers post-secondary degrees in safety sciences, as well as a minor in safety, health and environmental applied sciences. The bachelor’s of science program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commision of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, or ABET.
IUP SAFETY SCIENCE RANKED FIRST IN PENNSYLVANIA, SECOND IN NATION
Renda Broadcasting, Jan 15, 2025
IUP TABS HOMER CITY NATIVE AS NEW ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTOR
IUP has named Homer City native Carly Padasak as the new director for Environmental Health and Safety. Padasak earned her bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences from IUP in 2017, then she received her master’s degree in human resources and employment relations from Penn State University in 2023. She spent time in the construction industry before returning to Penn State as the university’s health and safety coordinator. In her position at IUP, Padasak will be responsible for the development, coordination, evaluation, and execution of university policies and procedures designed to ensure the health and safety of university students, employees and visitors. She will also be responsible for developing proactive policies and procedures to prevent unsafe environments across campus. Her first day at IUP will be January 21.
IUP TABS HOMER CITY NATIVE AS NEW ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTOR
Renda Broadcasting, Jan 16, 2025
IUP Safety Sciences and Environmental Engineering Department ranked No. 1 in state, No. 2 in nation
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s bachelor’s degree in safety, health and environmental applied sciences has been ranked first in Pennsylvania and second in the nation by Universities.com. This program is housed in the IUP Department of Safety Sciences and Environmental Engineering and is part of the IUP John J. and Char Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Universities.com uses independent government data combined with student interviews to create its rankings, which consider information from more than 6,000 colleges and universities. Colleges and universities are ranked based on retention and graduation, quality of instructors and faculty, financial support for students, and salaries of its graduates.
IUP Safety Sciences and Environmental Engineering Department ranked No. 1 in state, No. 2 in nation
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 16, 2025
Homer City native comes home to serve IUP in an environmental capacity
Carly Padasak, a 2017 Indiana University of Pennsylvania graduate from Homer City, is returning to IUP as the university’s new environmental health and safety director. “The safety and security of our students, employees, and community is our first priority,” said IUP Vice President for Administration and Finance Dr. Debra Fitzsimons. “This position is an important resource in our collective work, which includes our ongoing collaboration with our host community, to create the safest possible environment for all. We are very pleased and excited to have Carly join our team in this important role.”
Homer City native comes home to serve IUP in an environmental capacity
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 17, 2025
INSIDE Indiana
There’s no deadline date yet on the calendar for final cleanup and restoration at the Oakland Avenue demolition site of carl Weyandt Hall on the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus, perhaps the most visible of the handful of demo sites where aged and obsolete structures have been taken down. Before Weyandt was torn down, its signature planetarium was donated to Marion Center Area High School and many of the furnishings were relocated to newly-built Kopchick Hall. Other school districts in Indiana County and the Pittsburgh area had their pick of remaining equipment, furniture, supplies, instruments and glassware they could put to use. Chairs, desks, office equipment and other goods have been put into storage on campus for future use at IUP, publicist Michelle Fryling reports. Anything else the university believes could be of interest for second-hand buyers is offered for sale online on the govplanet.com website (which IUP has used to take the place of its yearly in-person surplus sale.Finally, “When we vacate the building, after assessing which items can be repurposed and recovering those items, the building becomes property of the salvage company,” Fryling explained. “Part of the budget for the razing includes what items the salvage company can recover from the left over items (old pipes, old filing cabinets, etc.), so these items aren’t wasted — they are recovered by the salvage company and the revenue from these items helps to offset the project costs.”
INSIDE Indiana
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 17, 2025
RETIRED IUP ADMINISTRATOR GIFTS $30,000 TO UNIVERSITY FOR STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAMS
A retired IUP administrator has gifted $30,000 to the university for its ongoing student success initiatives. Dr. Michelle Norwood, the first director of IUP’s University College, made the donation to establish the Professional Development for Student Success fund, which has been named in her honor. The fund provides financial support to support professional development for those working on student success initiatives, including the IUP navigators. The student success initiative includes 18 frontline, full-time IUP navigators assigned to individual students to proactively engage with them and their support network, staff, and faculty to aid in the individual student’s success. It also includes an Advising Center, and a data and technology emphasis to streamline the use of common tools, technologies, and processes University-wide, to holistically support students. In a statement, Strategic Advisor to the President for Student Success Paula Stossel said that Norwood kickstarted the idea for ongoing work in student success, and “this gift will help our student success team to stay current and innovative, to best serve our students.”
RETIRED IUP ADMINISTRATOR GIFTS $30,000 TO UNIVERSITY FOR STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAMS
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 10, 2025
Retired IUP administrator gifts $30,000 to student success initiative
A retired administrator from Indiana University of Pennsylvania has gifted $30,000 to the university for its ongoing student success initiative. Dr. Michele Wippich Norwood, of Indiana, former associate vice provost and founder and first director of IUP’s University College, made the donation to establish the Michele Norwood Professional Development for Student Success Initiatives fund. An IUP spokeswoman said this fund will provide financial support to enhance the IUP Student Success Infrastructure by supporting professional development for such individuals as the IUP navigators. The university said that infrastructure provides proactive, direct support to all students in all programs, at all levels, and at all sites, and augments existing resources, like the University College. “Dr. Norwood laid an important foundation for our ongoing work in student success, and this gift will help our student success team to stay current and innovative, to best serve our students,” said Paula Stossel, strategic advisor to the IUP president for student success. “We appreciate her ongoing commitment to IUP and to our students.”
Retired IUP administrator gifts $30,000 to student success initiative
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 10, 2025
IUP, IRMC continue season three of Rural Health Pulse Podcast
Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Indiana Regional Medical Center’s (IRMC) joint podcast, Rural Health Pulse, continues its third season with an episode featuring Tammy Calderone, administrator for the Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program. The Rural Health Pulse podcast is available for free on Spotify and from the IRMC website.
IUP, IRMC continue season three of Rural Health Pulse Podcast
Dubois Courier Express, Jan. 9, 2025
Dean’s List
NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a roundup of local students named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s List at their respective colleges.
Dean’s List, 1/9/2025
The Shenandoah Sentinel, Jan. 9, 2025
IUP ALUMNUS STARTS RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
IUP has announced that a graduate of the Cook Honors College and the Madia Department of Chemistry, Biology and Physics and his wife have established a research scholarship for students in chemistry and biochemistry programs. The Tom Baker Scholarship for Research will provide financial support to IUP students that are pursuing a chemistry or biochemistry-centered research experience for undergraduates or a similar research program. It can also be used for expenses related to the research experience while they take part in the program or after their return to IUP. Baker, a graduate of the class of 2005, and his wife will contribute $100,000 to establish the scholarship. After his time at IUP, Baker earned his doctorate from Harvard University and began working in the energy sector. He is now with the Boston Consulting Group as a managing director and partner, where he focuses on energy transition and climate sustainability. Baker said in a statement from the University that he had a great experience in summer research programs at IUP and other universities and hopes the scholarship will allow others to gain the insight and knowledge he did when he was going through them.
IUP ALUMNUS STARTS RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
Renda Broadcasting, Jan. 8, 2024
IUP graduate sets up scholarship for chemistry, research students
A graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his wife have committed $100,000 toward a scholarship to support IUP students in chemistry or biochemistry research programs. Dr. Thomas Baker, a 2005 IUP graduate who studied in the Cook Honors College and Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics, and his wife, Dr. Dilini Pinnaduwage, will establish the Thomas Baker Scholarship for Research. “The Thomas Baker Research Scholarship is a transformative initiative,” said John J. and Char Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Dean Dr. Steve Hovan, “(by) enabling (student) participation in research programs like Research Experiences for Undergraduates.” IUP began a summer research program in 2013, modeled after the national Research Experience for Undergraduate program. It was renamed U-SOAR (Undergraduate Summer Opportunity for Applying Research) in 2020. More than 300 students have participated in the program over the past 11 years. Baker recognized a mentor, professor of chemistry Dr. Ronald See, who “really encouraged and pushed me to apply for these opportunities. He was an incredible mentor, and an example of how professors can change the trajectory of students’ lives; he certainly helped to change mine.”
IUP graduate sets up scholarship for chemistry, research students
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 8, 2025
Former Bloomsburg man gives $100,000 to IUP chemistry research program
A graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and his wife have committed $100,000 to IUP to establish a scholarship to support students in chemistry or biochemistry research programs. With this gift, Dr. Thomas Baker and his wife, Dr. Dilini Pinnaduwage, will establish the Tom Baker Scholarship for Research. This scholarship provides financial support to encourage students enrolled at IUP pursuing a degree in chemistry or biochemistry to pursue a chemistry or biochemistry centered Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) or similar research program. The scholarship can also be used by students selected for one of these research programs for expenses related to the research experience while they are taking part in the program or after they return to IUP.
Former Bloomsburg man gives $100,000 to IUP chemistry research program
NortheasternPa.com, Jan. 7, 2025
Community Mourns Loss of Northern Appalachian Folk Festival Founder, former IUP professor Jim Dougherty
After graduating from Clearfield High School, he would go on to graduate from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, now known as PennWest Clarion, with a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts. He spent two years as a Volunteer in Service to America (VISTA) and received his master’s degree in sociology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He would begin teaching in IUP’s sociology department in 1979, producing several documentaries, including “The Struggle for an American Way of Life: Coal Miners and Coal Operators in Central Pennsylvania, 1913-1933,” was co-editor of “American Dreams: Conservatives, Liberals and Radicals Debate the Future of Education in America” and “The Global Economy: Divergent Perspective on Economic Change,” and organizing nationally recognized conferences, including The Industrial North Conference from Oct. 21-23 in 1982 that received coverage from the New York Times.
Community Mourns Loss of Northern Appalachian Folk Festival Founder, former IUP professor Jim Dougherty
Indiana Gazette, Jan. 7, 2025
Proposed Allegheny County Jail warden spent career with state Department of Corrections
The proposed choice to become Allegheny County’s new warden retired two years ago from a lengthy career with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and once served for several months as the interim warden at the jail he now seeks to run. According to his resume, Trevor Wingard most recently served as deputy secretary for the Western Region, retiring in 2022. A county spokeswoman confirmed Wingard was the choice for County Executive Sara Innamorato. Wingard was scheduled to meet with several county officials on Monday, including the Jail Oversight Board and criminal justice system advocates. According to his resume, Wingard previously served as superintendent for SCI Somerset and SCI Laurel Highlands. Wingard has both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in criminology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Proposed Allegheny County Jail warden spent career with state Department of Corrections
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Jan. 6, 2025
Indiana University of Pa. names Provost Scholars
Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at IUP and have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
Indiana University of Pa. names Provost Scholars
Times On-line, Jan. 6, 2025
Retired Seton Hill organist, instructor gets honorary degree from university
Edgar Highberger’s lifelong love of the organ continues to bring him joy in listening to the playing of many of the former students he guided as an associate professor of music at Seton Hill University.
That legacy, along with his contributions in his hometown of Greensburg and in Westmoreland County as a musician and philanthropist, are part of the reason the university awarded him an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree at its recent December commencement ceremony. Highberger earned advanced degrees in music education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and in organ performance at Carnegie Mellon University.
Retired Seton Hill organist, instructor gets honorary degree from university
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Jan. 5, 2025
Despite no permanent campus, CUHP shines in various fields
The Central University of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) has achieved many milestones despite no permanent campus for over 15 years since its establishment. Currently, the university is functioning from three locations — Dharamsala, Shahpur and Dehra. However, there is now a glimmer of hope as construction has commenced at Dehra, where the university is expected to have its own permanent premises. Another achievement was the CUHP securing the first position in the Higher Education category at the Vibrant India Expo 2024. Additionally, an agreement with Indiana University of Pennsylvania is set to launch an MBA (International) joint degree programme and collaborative publications, enhancing academic opportunities for students.
Despite no permanent campus, CUHP shines in various fields
The Tribune (India), Jan. 3, 2025
Letter to the editor: Remembering Officer Leonard Miller
Officer Leonard C. Miller, the first Black police officer for Apollo, was a distinguished graduate of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Police Academy. He began his tour of duty Jan. 1, 1980, and was killed at 21 in the line of duty Jan. 3, 1980.
Letter to the editor: Remembering Officer Leonard Miller
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Jan. 3, 2025
IUP efforts in Germany credited with helping identify WWII airman killed in action
An ongoing effort involving Indiana University of Pennsylvania students and faculty has borne fruit, with the identification of an American airman killed in action over Germany 80 years ago this week during World War II. IUP officials said this week that recovery efforts in association with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, or DPAA, led to the identification of 1st Lt. Wylie W. Leverett. As announced by DPAA in August 2024, Leverett was killed on a bombing mission over Mannheim, Germany, on Dec. 30, 1944, as pilot of a B-17G Flying Fortress known as Fuddy Duddy.
IUP efforts in Germany credited with helping identify WWII airman killed in action
Latrobe Bulletin, Jan. 3, 2025
Green graduates from IUP
Matt Green of New Bethlehem, graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania on Saturday, Dec. 14. The son of David and Debbie Green, he earned a bachelor of science degree in management/information systems with a concentration in information technology, along with minors in business administration and computer science, graduating with summa cum laude honors. During his time at IUP, Green was actively involved in several campus organizations. He served as IT/Technology Senator, Director of Internal Affairs for the Student Government Association, president of the Future Business Leaders of America, vice president for the College of Business Student Advisory Council and technology operations director for the Lettuce Eating Club. Professionally, he worked as a technician for the IT Support Center, gaining experience in troubleshooting and technology support. Green is the founder of Green Digital Innovations and also works as a technical consultant at TechReady Professionals. He serves on the Redbank Valley Chamber of Commerce and Redbank Renaissance Board of Directors.
Green graduates from IUP
Leader-Vindicator, Jan. 2, 2025