| Bloomington
Ivy Tech partners with Mark Cuban Foundation to offer Agentic AI Academy
The Bloomington campus will host the free, five-day pilot program for adult learners in October
| Bloomington
The Bloomington campus will host the free, five-day pilot program for adult learners in October
| Indianapolis
The Indianapolis biology student and Student Government Association president is bringing her powerful, people-centered leadership to Ivy Tech’s State Board of Trustees. “A lot of people can be a leader. Not a lot of people can raise a community.” Learn who inspires her, why she chose Ivy Tech to help launch a new career path, and how she plans to elevate student voices statewide.
| Indianapolis
The Indianapolis Library & Tutoring Service celebrated the conclusion of the campus’ first summer reading challenge with a Welcome Week Reading Jubilee.
| Bloomington
The college is launching short-term skills training programs in fiber optic and network cable installation, and is hiring field-experienced individuals to lead them
| Indianapolis
Faculty, staff, departments, and campus organizations can sponsor a student family in need this holiday season by completing the Bear Gifts Sponsor Pledge Form by October 12.
| Indianapolis
IvyCares resources available to students at Ivy Tech Indianapolis this fall include access to free food, transportation support, and clothing resources.
| Indianapolis
Through a partnership with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana, IvyCares provides fresh fruits and vegetables at no cost while helping address a growing need for food assistance among students and the surrounding community.
| Bloomington
The Bloomington campus launched Ivy Tech’s first evening nursing program for healthcare professionals who want to become registered nurses
| Muncie
Free annual program engages East Central Indiana middle and high school students through hands-on learning, local business partnerships, and career exploration.
| Anderson
Expanding access to hands-on STEM experiences, the Anderson STEM Lab reached thousands of students and educators across Madison and Hancock Counties during a year of remarkable growth.
| Indianapolis
Dr. Chad Bolser returns to Richmond; Steph Amos named Interim Indianapolis Chancellor as college initiates national search.
| Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Indianapolis holds three nurse pinning ceremonies a year, with the August event being the second in a calendar year, honoring the dedication and resilience of our newest graduating class. This traditional rite of passage, featuring the presentation of the nursing pin and the recitation of the Florence Nightingale Pledge, marks their official transition into the nursing profession.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Bloomington
The full-day event featuring keynote speaker Heather Bernt-Santy of “That Early Childhood Nerd” podcast is open to early educators in Ivy Tech Bloomington’s eight-county service area
| Kokomo
The Kokomo campus tour focused on workforce education and skills training.
| Bloomington
Students and families can plan for college early and see how starting at Ivy Tech is the first step to what comes next
| Evansville
Events are on Tuesdays, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Come by the Enrollment Center to get started!
| Bloomington
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education recognized a student and the campus for outstanding achievements in culinary arts and nursing
| Bloomington
Vance retired from the Bloomington campus in 2025 after her decades-long tenure serving Ivy Tech students and the community
| Muncie
As Indiana’s Workforce Engine, Ivy Tech Muncie delivers record results for the Delaware, Henry, and Jay communities.
| Terre Haute
Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute will provide new educational opportunities for Putnam County residents impacted by substance use disorder through the newly established Putnam County Recovery Scholarship funded by the Putnam County Community Foundation.
| Indianapolis
Scroll to take in all the best sights, sounds, and stories of commencement season for the 2025-26 academic year.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Fort Wayne
State-of-the-art facility will enhance campus programs, student experience
| Indianapolis
High school seniors preparing to attend Ivy Tech Indy connected with student support teams and explored the reimagined campus experience.
| Indianapolis
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?
| Fort Wayne
Campuses confer more than 3,100 degrees at 2026 ceremony
| Indianapolis
Meet Natalie Tolbert, the inaugural winner of Ivy Tech Indy’s Design-A-Bus Student Art Contest, and her mother, Laura Tolbert.
| Bloomington
A record number of graduates will cross the stage as they step into new careers and transfer to four-year colleges
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
An open letter to new graduates from the Alumni Council, welcoming you to the alumni family!
| Bloomington
Area Hoosiers came together to fund student success during the college’s annual 24-hour giving event
| Bloomington
Short-term credentials can be completed in less than a year as part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant program
| Indianapolis
The Indianapolis campus received 178 gifts totaling $45,106 for the Ivy Tech Day 2026, the College’s annual Day of Giving.
| Bloomington
The evening cohort is for LPN, paramedic, military medic, and medical assistant professionals who want to transition to a career as a registered nurse
| Indianapolis
Nine Questions for the Ivy Tech Indianapolis Interim Chancellor
| Bloomington
Applications are open for this fast-track program designed to help students start careers in information technology
| Bloomington
High school students and adults will gain hands-on experience in microelectronics and robotics, and be introduced to careers in the field
| Anderson
New report shows the vast impact of the college's students, alumni, and operations.
| Indianapolis
New report shows the immense impact of the college’s students, alumni and operations.
| Bloomington
New report shows the significant impact of campus operations, alumni, and students
| Indianapolis
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.
Ivy Tech to receive $3.4 million donation to support nursing students The Brickley Farm Foundation gift is the largest in the history of the Marion campus.
| Bloomington
Area Hoosiers are invited to support students and share the countless stories that make Ivy Tech Bloomington integral to the communities we serve
The Indianapolis campus tour focused on workforce education and skills training
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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).
Federal leader emphasized importance of workforce education during campus tour.
| Bloomington
The celebration marked the official move of the nursing school from its former location to the main campus building and honored Marchant's contributions
| Bloomington
Students and families can plan for college early and see how starting at Ivy Tech leads to careers and four-year colleges
| Indianapolis
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.
| Bloomington
Gift aims to address state's nursing shortage by expanding education and training at Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington
| Bloomington
Funded by a $21.9 million Lilly Endowment grant, Ivy Tech is working with communities across Indiana to prepare the next generation of early childhood educators
| Bloomington
More than 165 students networked with 48 employers and seven transfer universities
| Indianapolis
This Valentine’s Day, meet the Ivy Tech couples and companions who found each other on the Indianapolis campus.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
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.
| Indianapolis
We’re excited to see increased interest in many of our Indianapolis programs! With that increase comes the need for more adjunct faculty. Interested or know someone who may be? Learn more here!
| Bloomington
Applications are open for this fast-track program designed to help residents of the 11-county Indiana Uplands region build skills and start careers in information technology
| Bloomington
The one-course pathway introduces students to service in the USAF, including the opportunity for accelerated rank and preferred job placement
| Indianapolis
“We are not just nurses – we are Ivy Tech nurses.” In the third and final nurse pinning ceremony of the calendar year, 109 graduates were formally welcomed into the profession during a celebration of resilience, compassion, and community.
| Indianapolis
Nearly 80 sponsors provided gifts to children of Ivy Tech Indianapolis students in need, supporting 106 student families this holiday season.
| Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ Circle of Ivy celebrated a decade of collective giving at its Morning of Gratitude & Growth event, announcing $32,000 in funding for ten new campus initiatives. From wellness kits and lab supplies to a writing retreat and an urban garden, the 2025 projects will directly support student health, learning, and community engagement across not just the campus, but the College.
| Bloomington
Bloomington campus entrepreneurship students presented their business ideas in the Duke it Out Pitch Competition and took home $2,700 in cash prizes for their start-ups
| Bloomington
Stevens won the campuswide registration contest encouraging students to enroll early in classes
| Indianapolis
For the 14th year in a row, the Alhuda Islamic Center in Fishers made a meaningful impact on Ivy Tech Indianapolis students by donating 30 full Thanksgiving baskets to IvyCares.
| Indianapolis
For the second year, Ivy Tech Indianapolis is proud to serve as the Title & Facility Sponsor for the Mozel Sanders Foundation’s Thanksgiving effort.
| Lafayette
The award recognizes excellence in education for faculty, adjunct faculty, and dual credit instructors at each campus.
| Bloomington
Hands-on projects in culinary arts, robotics, semiconductors and others will help students explore career fields and count toward Indiana’s new work-based learning standards
| Lafayette
Ivy Tech Lafayette enhances its Wolf Pack Pantry to meet growing food-need demands among students and employees.
| Indianapolis
From foster care to the statehouse, social work and human services grad Shalise Truxler serves on three youth boards, working to change laws that create boundaries for foster kids.
| Indianapolis
As the holiday season increases the need for support, you can help Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ IvyCares team in its mission by contributing through our Amazon wish list, making a monetary donation, or donating items directly to our food pantry and clothing closet.
| Bloomington
The Founder’s Award for Excellence in Instruction is the college’s highest honor, presented annually to one faculty member statewide
| Indianapolis
IvyCares received a $780 donation from community supporters and Meijer, which equals 3,120 meals to continue our mission of feeding student families facing food insecurity in our community.
| Indianapolis
The Student Coalition for Organized Recreation and Exercise (SCORE) brings organized recreation, fitness, and fun to the campus community. Alexander Banks, assistant director of student life, is behind the movement he says students have been asking for since his first month on the job. “That’s when I realized there was a real need for opportunities to connect, get active, and just have fun.”
| Bloomington
Finkbiner previously served as senior director of business operations at the University of Texas at San Antonio, and is back at Ivy Tech, where she started her professional career
| Bloomington
Job training credentials can be completed in less than a year as part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs program
| Indianapolis
Chef Daniel McDonald, an Ivy Tech Indianapolis culinary instructor, took first place in the bacon category at the 2025 World Food Championships, hosted at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
| Indianapolis
A significant number of our students are pioneers, navigating the path to higher education without a family map to guide them. We are proud to celebrate them during our annual First Gen Week.
| Indianapolis
On Wednesday, Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ Student Life and IvyCares teams hosted the Basic Needs Resource Fair, bringing together 19 community organizations—including the Immigrant Welcome Center, United Way, PACE, Gleaners Food Bank, EmployIndy, and others—to connect students with vital support services.
| Lafayette
The 2025 Chancellor’s Breakfast united K-12 partners to advance college and career readiness across Greater Lafayette.
| Lafayette
Lafayette Campus recognizes Dr. Susan Foster and Ron & Cindy Rossiter for their commitment to Ivy Tech
| Indianapolis
Indianapolis Campus recognizes Carla Baker and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana for their commitment to Ivy Tech.
| Bloomington
As one of Indiana’s most respected entrepreneurs, Bender will share his entrepreneurial journey across five decades
| Lafayette
This year’s turnout highlighted both the strong interest from students and the importance of giving them hands-on exposure to career opportunities in law enforcement, corrections, legal services, and more.
| Gary
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| Indianapolis
The generous gift will enhance hands-on learning for students in the Homeland Security and Public Safety program.
| Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Indianapolis has three nurse pinning ceremonies a year, with the August event honoring the dedication and resilience of our newest graduating class. Join us in celebrating their outstanding achievement by exploring the photo gallery from this memorable ceremony.
| Indianapolis
Faculty and staff gathered for a day of professional development, reflection, and celebration—including honoring Kate McGormley as the inaugural recipient of the Don Weathersbe Award.
| Indianapolis
From stargazing in her small Colombian hometown to founding Ivy Tech Indianapolis’ first Robotics Club, engineering student Natalia Avella is turning her childhood dream of becoming an aerospace engineer into reality. Guided by mentors and fueled by community, Avella has built pathways for others while balancing leadership, academics, and bold ambitions for the future.
| Indianapolis
Online students often miss out on the social and engagement opportunities of traditional campus life. Recognizing this gap, Ivy Tech Indianapolis student Matthew Lum founded an online student organization to foster community among remote learners. Open to all Ivy Tech students, the organization prioritizes peer support, accountability, and mental well-being.
| Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Indianapolis recently concluded another successful summer of ARTFORCE, its three-week visual arts program for high school students, in partnership with Arts for Learning Indiana. Co-taught by Ivy Tech instructor Colton Pedro and teaching artist Ash Robinson, the ARTFORCE 2025 program blended college-level art instruction with real-world creative entrepreneurship.
New program introduces community, technical college students to career opportunities in military, public service
| Bloomington
Attendees can learn about training for careers in the growing microelectronics industry with hands-on activities
| Indianapolis
High School Students Join Immersive, Career-Building Experience
| Indianapolis
Through September 27, Meijer shoppers can purchase $10 donation cards at the Meijer store located at 56th Street and Keystone Avenue that will directly benefit our IvyCares food pantry for students in need.