A recent New York Times article offered the nation, in fact the world, an overview of something that Hoosiers have known for several years now — that Indianapolis is more than a manufacturing center and is taking its place as a technology center. Just a few examples cited in the story included: The expansion of… Read more »
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Acharya to serve as keynote speaker for BEDC’s annual meeting Wednesday
The dean of Indiana University’s School of Informatics and Computing, Raj Acharya, will give the keynote address at the Bloomington Economic Development Corp.’s annual meeting set for 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center. Along with his duties as dean, Acharya is the James H. Rudy Professor of Engineering, Computer Science and Informatics… Read more »
IU South Bend announces endowed chair for palliative/hospice care
Through a $1.68 million pledge from the Dwyer Charitable Trust, IU South Bend has established the Vera Z. Dwyer Bicentennial Chair of Palliative Care. The new chair will help IUSB advance opportunities for practice, education and research in palliative and hospice care — and extends a partnership between the university and the Center for Hospice… Read more »
IU Northwest to offer online bachelors degree in informatics in fall 2017
Starting in the fall of 2017, IU Northwest will begin offering an online option for students who seek a bachelor’s degree in informatics. The curriculum will be jointly administered by six campuses that include IUN, IU Kokomo, IU East, IU South Bend, IU Southeast and IUPUI. “By sharing resources, IU Northwest can offer an informatics… Read more »
In Room 127 at IU East’s Hayes Hall, innovation and creativity abound
Take a visit to Room 127 in Hayes Hall on the IU East campus in Richmond and one will encounter an absolute treasure trove of high-tech gadgetry. Think of it as an innovation station — a place for students to gain inspiration into research or a new business idea. Want to try on a pair… Read more »
Business Advisory Council established by IU East School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics at IU East recently formed a Business Advisory Council that includes business leaders throughout the Richmond area and key IU officials. The council, which held its inaugural meeting Nov. 18, will gather input on IU East academic programs, connect students with businesses and organizations throughout the region and help… Read more »
IU Southeast to offer undergraduate degree in neuroscience in spring 2017
Beginning in the spring 2017 semester, IU Southeast will begin offering a bachelor of science degree in neuroscience, making it the only program in the field offered to undergraduates in the greater Louisville area. The multi-disciplinary degree requires 120 hours to complete and includes coursework in psychology, biology and chemistry. Such a degree is particularly… Read more »
CARLEY: UEDA summit demonstrates that economic development success comes to universities that build deep, long-term ties with external partners
As regular Crimson Catalyst readers will know, IU was well-represented at the recent University Economic Development Association Annual Summit in Roanoke, Va. Having attended nearly all the Awards of Excellence finalist presentations, I thought I might pass along a few takeaways from those – plus some other key themes of the summit. One consistent theme… Read more »
Biochemistry degrees to be offered in spring 2017 semester at IU Northwest
IU Northwest will begin offering both a bachelor of science and bachelor of arts degree in biochemistry during the spring 2017 semester — making it the sole public institution in northwest Indiana to offer such programs. “We expect that many students will major in biochemistry for the purpose of either joining the workforce or seeking… Read more »
MCROBBIE: TASUS expansion marks significant step in Bloomington, IU efforts to develop city’s Trades District & 10th Street Tech Corridor
Wednesday’s announcement of the expansion of Tsuchiya Co. Ltd.’s North American headquarters in Bloomington means far more than bringing 18 new jobs to the local economy by 2020 and solidifying the Japanese auto parts maker’s presence in south central Indiana. It also represents a significant moment in the long-term growth of Bloomington and Indiana University… Read more »