The growth of digital media has upended the careers of many journalists. Mary Beth Jackson, mother, homeschooler, and online student, is among them. Even with her journalism awards in four states, her career as a reporter for community newspapers was over. Jackson had to pivot. Through IU Online, she discovered a way to solidify her… Read more »
Online MHA student strengthens rural healthcare through leadership and innovation
IU Indianapolis Fairbanks School’s online MHA program helps students like Isel Valencia strengthen healthcare access in communities across Indiana. IU Indianapolis Fairbanks School of Public Health’s online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program helps students like Isel Valencia strengthen healthcare access in communities across Indiana. Originally from the small town of Rensselaer in northern Indiana,… Read more »
Beyond the byline: IU’s BS in Digital Media and Storytelling
Everyone today can create media. According to IU Indianapolis Journalism & New Media Professor Adam Maksl, “We spend more time in our day, including sleep, interacting with digital media. In a world where everyone can create media, much of what’s out there is noise. If we can teach students strong skills in creating that media,… Read more »
Career coach Lillian Clarke grows professionally and personally
For Lillian Clarke, opening doors means excitement. “With a background in theatre, I know the liberating feeling when the director takes a chance on you.” As Career Coach at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), it’s Clarke’s turn: “Opening doors to opportunities is a huge passion of mine.” Clarke advises undergraduates on… Read more »
University partnerships inspire a spike in online enrollment
IU Online was the top pick for more Indiana students than ever, for pursuing their dreams, driving their learning, and answering life-long curiosity. A 12-year-old, inspired by math, is enrolled in the BS in Mathematics at IU East. An 80-year-old has chosen IU Online to pursue a lifelong passion. These students are among 2025’s record-breaking… Read more »
Balancing books and bedside: Lainah Heeter advances in school and career
For Lainah Heeter, nursing is more than a career. It’s her calling. In the neurological intensive care unit at Community Hospital in Munster, Indiana, Lainah Heeter tends to critical patients with the confidence that comes from combining cutting-edge education with real-world experience. As she monitors patients and makes evidence-based clinical decisions, she’s putting to immediate… Read more »
IU Online student Melanie Priestly and Computer Science – learning and mentoring
Melanie Priestly wasn’t sure her field of kinesiology was right for her. The Computer Science program at IU Online seemed a better fit.” So she started over. Mentoring new students She uses the experience she gained as a first-generation college student to help others through Mentor Collective. “It’s satisfying to support students who are going… Read more »
New graduate Q&A – Alexis Howell
Congratulations to all of our graduates! Today, we hear from new alum Alexis Howell, RN to BSN graduate: Why did you choose to pursue your Bachelor of Science in Nursing? I have been a nurse for almost 6 years and felt it was time to further my career. I know that getting a BSN opens… Read more »
New graduate Q&A – Emily Owens
Congratulations to all of our graduates! In the coming days we will share the stories of some of our new alums. Today, we hear from Emily Owens, RN to BSN graduate: Why did you choose to pursue your Bachelor of Science in Nursing? I chose to pursue my BSN to help further my nursing knowledge… Read more »
New graduate Q&A – Shailie Cox
Congratulations to all of our graduates! In the coming days we will share the stories of some of our new alums. First, we hear from Shailie Cox, RN to BSN graduate: Why did you choose to pursue your Bachelor of Science in Nursing? I want to be a nurse practitioner. I have always dreamed… Read more »