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    Acute Inflections brings its soulful sounds concert to Ivy Tech Indianapolis

    The jazzy duo that is Acute Inflections hosted a Harlem-renaissance-inspired evening of music and comedy at Ivy Tech Indianapolis.

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    IvyCares to Conclude Technology Loaner Program, Shares Resources to Support Students

    The IvyCares Technology Loaner Program will conclude in August, following the Summer 2026 term. Faculty and staff are encouraged to help students prepare for the transition by reinforcing the importance of owning a personal laptop and sharing available community resources.

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    From Behind the Scenes to the Front of the Classroom: Joe Morris Finds His Calling as an Adjunct Instructor

    After nearly two decades with Ivy Tech Community College—as both an employee and award-winning adjunct instructor—Joe Morris continues to teach not because he has to, but because he discovered a passion for helping students realize their own potential.

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    Girls Who Brunch Tour Hosts Indy Stop at Ivy Tech

    The Girls Who Brunch Tour brought its signature blend of leadership development, wellness programming, and sisterhood to Ivy Tech Indianapolis, partnering with the College to host an event that empowered Hoosier girls through interactive workshops, inspiring speakers, and critical health resources.

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    Indianapolis Indians Give Ivy Tech Business Students Behind-the-Scenes Look

    From marketing and sponsorships to insurance and business operations, Ivy Tech Indianapolis business students are stepping beyond the classroom and into one of the city's most recognizable organizations. Through behind-the-scenes visits with the Indianapolis Indians, students are connecting course concepts with real-world careers while building relationships with local industry professionals.

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    Ivy Tech Student Runs in Relay for America to Honor America’s 250th

    An Ivy Tech summer student was one of 250 runners taking part in the America 250 Relay, carrying the American flag from coast to coast in honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

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    Bowen Family Pledges $1M to Ivy Tech, Funding Scholar Suite & Campus Renovations

    A $1 million pledge from the Bowen family will create a dedicated home for the Bowen Scholars Program at Ivy Tech Indianapolis while supporting the campus' ongoing Ivy Tech Indy: Reimagined for the Future renovations. The gift expands resources for first-generation and high-achieving students, reinforcing the Bowens' long-standing commitment to student success and ensuring future scholars have the space and support to thrive.

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    From ‘Can I Do This?’ to VP: How Ivy Tech Helped an Executive Leader Discover Her Potential

    When Tracey Wozniak enrolled at Ivy Tech Indianapolis, she wasn't sure she could finish an associate degree. A decade later, the 2015 alum serves as a vice president for a global medical device manufacturer, helping others discover their potential, too.

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    Indy Employers Help Rewrite Curriculum for Advanced Manufacturing Training at Ivy Tech

    Ivy Tech Community College partnered with the Center for Regional Economic Competitiveness and Conexus Indiana to bring together a dozen Indianapolis-area manufacturers to shape the College's new Manufacturing Principles course series.

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    Midwest Homeschool Expo Coming to Ivy Tech Indianapolis June 13

    Academy of Chaos partnership brings homeschool families together for expert-led sessions, resources, and community support

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    Relive the Magic of Commencement: Ivy Tech Indy 2026 Commencement Recap

    Scroll to take in all the best sights, sounds, and stories of commencement season for the 2025-26 academic year.

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    Ivy Tech Indy Named Community Partner of the Year by Victory College Prep Network

    A K-14 partnership between Ivy Tech and Victory College Prep (VCP) is helping students earn the Indiana College Core at nearly ten times the statewide average. Now that work has earned Ivy Tech the network's Community Partner of the Year award.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Welcomes Future Students at Signing Day Celebration

    High school seniors preparing to attend Ivy Tech Indy connected with student support teams and explored the reimagined campus experience.

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    2026 Mechanical Engineering Technology Grad Turns Internship into Full-Time Job at Allegion

    He juggled classes, a pet store job, and an internship — and walked away with a full-time career before receiving his diploma.

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    The Most Creative Grad Caps at Ivy Tech Indy’s 2026 Commencement

    Featuring inspirational quotes, clever puns, and artistic designs, these caps reflect the unique stories and hard work of our Ivy Indy graduates. Which is your favorite?

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    ‘It means the world to me’: Ivy Indy grad on achieving her nursing degree at 56

    “Don’t let your age stop you,” Luna Wick, a 2026 nursing grad, said. “You’re never too old to learn.”

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    Student Artist’s Winning Design Hits the Streets on IndyGo Bus

    Meet Natalie Tolbert, the inaugural winner of Ivy Tech Indy’s Design-A-Bus Student Art Contest, and her mother, Laura Tolbert.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Awards More Than 4,800 Degrees and Credentials During 2025/26 Academic Year

    Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis celebrated the achievements of approximately 950 graduates during its 2026 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, April 30, at the Corteva Coliseum at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.

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    2026 Student Commencement Speaker Spotlight: Amira Ali

    Meet Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ 2026 Student Commencement Speaker Amira Ali, a 19-year-old general studies graduate, in this 10-question Q&A.

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    An Alumni Welcome Letter to Ivy Tech Indianapolis Class of 2026

    An open letter to new graduates from the Alumni Council, welcoming you to the alumni family!

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    Behind the Scenes at Ivy Tech Indianapolis Commencement

    Meet the Ivy Tech Indianapolis team who work tirelessly for months so graduates can shine.

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    Local Supporters Come Together for Ivy Tech Indianapolis Campus with 24 hours of Giving

    The Indianapolis campus received 178 gifts totaling $45,106 for the Ivy Tech Day 2026, the College’s annual Day of Giving.

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    I’m a Non-Traditional Student Redefining ‘Traditional’ | Student Voices

    This essay follows Grant Stickler, a non-traditional student studying engineering who stepped away from college and returned on his own terms. At Ivy Tech, he found both academic support and a strong sense of community. His story emphasizes that success is not defined by a traditional or linear path.

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    Meet Our Interim Chancellor: Dr. Chad Bolser

    Nine Questions for the Ivy Tech Indianapolis Interim Chancellor

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    Ivy Tech, H&R Block create tax preparer internship pathway for accounting students

    A partnership between Ivy Tech Indianapolis and H&R Block provided accounting students with real-world experience preparing taxes during the busiest time of the tax season.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis to Host “Bourbon & Bites” Culinary Fundraiser Featuring Student Chefs

    An evening celebrating bourbon, cuisine, and community, on Thursday, May 7, at Courses Restaurant on the Ivy Tech Indianapolis campus.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Announces 2026 STEM and Biotechnology Summer Camps–FREE for Students

    Hands-on camps give students an inside look at biotechnology, engineering, robotics, and other STEM careers

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis contributes $637.6 million to regional economy

    New report shows the immense impact of the college’s students, alumni and operations.

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    A Conversation with Rose Wilson, Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ 2026 Grand Marshal & Mace Bearer

    Meet Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ 2026 Commencement Grand Marshal and Mace Bearer Rose Wilson, Early Childhood Education Program Chair and Associate Professor, in this Q&A.

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    New Campus Art Gallery Opens with 12th Annual Student Juried Exhibition

    The Ivy Indy Art Gallery reopened in a new location on March 19 with the 12th Annual Student Juried Exhibition, showcasing artwork from Ivy Tech Indianapolis and Indiana University Indianapolis students.

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    Ivy Indy Community Comes Together for Spring Garden Service Project

    On the first day of spring, students, staff, and faculty came together for the Soil, Sweat, & Suds Community Garden Service Project to help prepare the garden for the upcoming growing season.

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    Ivy Tech Baking & Pastry Alum Leads the Kitchen at Zionsville’s My Sugar Pie Bakery

    What began as a student externship at My Sugar Pie has grown into nearly a decade-long journey that now finds Noe Plata Alvarado leading the Zionsville bakery. Read the story of one of more than a dozen Ivy Tech Indianapolis baking and pastry students who have stepped into Kelly Maucere’s kitchen and turned hands-on learning into lasting careers.

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    IvyCares Launches Spring Cleaning Drive for Students in Need

    As spring cleaning season nears, Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ IvyCares team has launched a Spring Cleaning Drive to help stock the pantry with essential cleaning supplies for students. Here’s a list of supplies IvyCares is collecting.

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    My Sugar Pie Baker Finds the Right Recipe for Success – And it Began with Ivy Tech

    Christy Weaver’s recipe for success began at Ivy Tech Indianapolis, where hands-on learning and the right connections helped turn her passion for baking into a thriving career. Now the lead baker at My Sugar Pie, Weaver is part of a powerful cycle of mentorship that is opening doors for the next generation of Ivy Tech baking and pastry students.

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    DEADLINE EXTENDED: Ivy Tech Indianapolis and IndyGo Launch Design-A-Bus Student Art Contest

    UPDATE: To give Marion County teens more time to get creative, Ivy Tech Indianapolis and IndyGo are extending the submission deadline for the Design-A-Bus contest (March 27).

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    What Donor Support Made Possible for an Ivy Tech Psychology Alum

    What began as a plan to earn an associate degree became a launchpad for leadership, scholarships and service. Today, Ivy Tech Indianapolis alumna Shamari Garrett is building a career in psychology and community advocacy — and encouraging others to simply ask for help.

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    Ivy Tech Alum Turns HVAC Degree Into a Career at Siemens

    After enrolling in the HVAC program, Steven Bagienski secured a competitive internship and full-time position with Siemens before even graduating. His journey highlights how Ivy Tech’s combined hands-on training, career coaching, and employer partnerships can turn a skilled trade credential into long-term career stability and upward mobility.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis to Welcome IFD Chief Ernest Malone as 2026 Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipient

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis is proud to announce that Ernest Malone, Indianapolis Fire Department Chief, will serve as its 2026 Commencement Speaker and receive an honorary degree from the College.

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    The Power of a Pivot: How an Ivy Tech Welding Alumna Built Her Career

    Waitlisted from the four-year college she thought she would attend, Kaylee Harris found an unexpected calling in the welding lab at Ivy Tech Indianapolis. Now an Ivy Tech alumna and professional welder, she is building a career in a high-demand field while proving that women belong in the trades.

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    Nearly 300 Students Connect with 30 Employers at Part-Time Job & Internship Fair

    Resumes were exchanged, and interviews were scheduled at the Ivy Tech Indianapolis Part-Time Job & Internship Fair. Discover how this high-energy event is helping students gain experience, build professional confidence, and step directly into Central Indiana’s growing workforce.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Celebrates Employees with Third Annual Appreciation Luncheon

    Ivy Tech Indianapolis celebrated its employees the day before Valentine’s Day, honoring milestones, retirees, and the progress made on Ivy Tech Indy: Reimagined for the Future.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis Launches Construction Skills Training Program in Partnership with Lennar Foundation

    Ivy Indy’s new Construction Skills Training Program allows students to gain foundational construction skills, industry-recognized credentials, and hands-on experience in just one semester – helping meet the growing demand for construction professionals across the state.

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    We Met at Ivy Indy: Lifelong Bonds that Began on Campus

    This Valentine’s Day, meet the Ivy Tech couples and companions who found each other on the Indianapolis campus.

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    Read the 2026 Issue: Ivy Indy Magazine

    The fifth edition of Ivy Indy Magazine marks a bold shift to an interactive, digital-first experience—spotlighting the people, programs, and partnerships shaping Ivy Tech Indianapolis. From The Toolbelt Generation to alumni impact and student transformation, this issue invites you to explore the people and ideas building what's next for not just our city, but the state.

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    New Program Pays High School Students for Work While Preparing for Advanced Manufacturing Careers

    The Indiana Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education Central Indiana chapter has launched an advanced manufacturing apprenticeship at Ivy Tech Indianapolis and seeks its first cohort of students. Learn more and apply today.

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    Ivy Tech Indianapolis and IndyGo Launch Design-A-Bus Student Art Contest to Celebrate Creativity, Education, and Movement

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    Renovated Illinois Fall Creek Center Reopens on Ivy Tech Indianapolis Campus

    After more than a year of renovation, the Illinois Fall Creek Center has reopened as a modern hub for nursing, health sciences, and student services—strengthening connections to downtown healthcare partners and workforce opportunities.

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    3M Inventor, Top Diplomat to Headline 2026 Global Leadership Series

    Now in its fourth year, Ivy Tech Community College's 2026 Global Leadership Speaker Series features engineering innovator Hang Loi and international diplomacy expert Cemre Ulker. These free, virtual events provide the college community with direct access to global innovators, whose work spans industry, global collaboration, and leadership development.

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