TERRE HAUTE – On Thursday, May 8, Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute/Greencastle proudly celebrated the achievements of 1,620 graduates during its 2025 Commencement Ceremony at Indiana State University’s Hulman Center.
This year, the College awarded 2,160 total credentials, as many students earned multiple certifications and degrees. Among those graduates were 557 high school students who earned a combined 689 college credentials before even completing high school.
Ivy Tech Community College also recognized 595 academic honor graduates – 225 Cum Laude, 181 Magna Cum Laude, and 189 Summa Cum Laude recipients.
Julie Will, Ivy Tech Terre Haute’s vice chancellor of academic affairs, emphasized the caliber of this year’s graduating class. “Our academic honors recipients represent the very best of Ivy Tech,” Will said. “Their accomplishments are a testament to the exceptional talent our College attracts and the supportive academic environment we provide to help them thrive.”
Among the many accomplished graduates, Jaimee Blaylock earned her Associate of Applied Science in Elementary Education from Ivy Tech Community College. After first enrolling in 2012, she returned years later with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired by a meaningful volunteer experience in her son’s classroom. At Ivy Tech, Jaimee served as secretary of the Aspiring Educators Club and was awarded the Frank O’Bannon grant, which helped support her educational journey. Now working at Saint Patrick School, she credits Ivy Tech’s exceptional elementary education faculty for equipping her with the skills and confidence to succeed. Looking ahead, Jaimee plans to pursue her bachelor’s degree and continue growing in her career as an educator.
Ivy Tech Terre Haute/Greencastle awards more than $400,000 in scholarships annually. Combined with grants and financial aid, Ivy Tech offers opportunities that help 4 out of 5 students graduate debt-free. To discover available scholarships, visit ivytech.edu/thscholars.
“At Ivy Tech, we are proud to see our exceptional graduates go on to make a lasting impact not only in their communities but throughout West Central Indiana,” said Lea Anne Crooks, Ph.D., chancellor of Ivy Tech Terre Haute/Greencastle. “By equipping them with the skills and education they need, we are not only shaping future leaders but strengthening our workforce and contributing to the region's economic growth.”
To witness Ivy Tech’s impact on West Central Indiana and beyond, visit https://bit.ly/3Qvfpsc. Prospective students eager to explore the transformative opportunities offered by Ivy Tech are encouraged to visit ivytech.edu/terrehaute.
About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
