High school students from southern Indiana and Louisville attended the IU Southeast Media Day on October 25. The event was filled with a morning of guest speakers, workshops, and awards. The keynote speaker at this year’s event was Angie Fenton, owner/publisher of Extol magazine.
International Education Week
As part of the International Education Week, please join us for a viewing of the short Spanish film Dulce on Wednesday, November 20, from 12:15 pm to 1:00 pm. in Knobview Hall. There is no cost for the event and light refreshments will be available.
The viewing of the German film Lore as part of International Education Week also will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Knobview Hall. There is no cost and light refreshments will be available during the movie.
An additional film as part of the International Education Week, A Bag of Marbles (Un sac de billes) a French film, will be shown in Knobview Hall on Thursday, November 21, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There is no cost and light refreshments will be available during this movie also.
International Education Week (Nov. 18-22, 2024) is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.
Important Dates to Note
The 2024 Thanksgiving break dates are November 27, 28, 29, and 30.
Open enrollment for the 2025 spring semester begins on November 8.
The 2024 fall semester final exam dates are December 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20.
The 2025 spring semester begins on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition
Please join the fine arts program as the artwork and accomplishments of the fine arts students are celebrated. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, November 7, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the Barr Gallery at Knobview Hall. The awards ceremony will start at 5:30 pm.
Please feel free to take time and stop by the gallery to view the exhibition any time from November 7 through December 9, Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Horizon’s Live Podcast
On October 9, the Horizon Media welcomed five high school students and their career coaches to sit in on the Horizon’s live podcast. The students are involved with Rauch, Inc. whose mission is to support people with disabilities and their families while encouraging a community that acknowledges the value and contribution of all people.
The Life of the Mind in the Hinterlands
Joseph M. Keegin, IU Southeast alumni, has written an article about the value of the humanities and higher education in The Chronicle of Higher Education. check it out at Higher Education Article
Joseph is and editor at The Point and a doctoral student in philosophy at Tulane University.
Student Reading and Reception
A reading and reception was held on October 16, at 6:00 pm in the library to celebrate four students featured in volume one of the brand-new Undergraduate Library of Gender, Cultural, and Sexuality Studies journal.
Compiled from student research papers in Dr. James Wilkerson’s Gender Studies course, the journal features 4 of the best research papers of the year! The students presented readings from their work and a reception followed.
IUS Fest
IUS Fest merges Homecoming and Fall Festival, uniting students, alumni, and the community in showcasing school spirit, pride, and campus beauty through various activities while also extending a warm welcome to the community on Indiana University Southeast’s picturesque campus. Festivities will be held on Saturday, October 26th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Call for Submissions!
Each year the IU Southeast Review, our undergraduate literary magazine, issues a call for submissions for the annual edition that appears each spring. This year’s deadline for submissions is September 30, 2024. Any currently enrolled IUS undergraduate student is eligible to submit poetry, short fiction, creative essays, book reviews and jpg images of original artwork and photography for inclusion in the Review.
Welcome Back Message from Advisors
The School of Arts & Letters at Indiana University Southeast is excited to welcome students back for another academic year! After what was hopefully a rejuvenating summer filled with rest and exploration, the school is eager to see both returning students and new faces on campus. The faculty and staff are looking forward to supporting students as they embark on a new semester of learning, creativity, and academic achievement.
Students are reminded that if they need any assistance, academic advisors Greg Roberts and Shane Thomas are available to help. Whether it’s course selection, degree planning, or simply discussing academic goals, Greg and Shane are ready to provide guidance and support. Students are encouraged to make an appointment to meet with them if they ever need anything. They can easily do this by going to the Student Appointment Scheduler in One.iu.edu.
Additionally, students should be aware that the class schedule for Spring and Summer 2025 will be released on September 16. It will be here before you know it! It’s recommended to review the schedule early to plan and secure the desired courses for the upcoming terms. The School of Arts & Letters advisors are looking forward to another successful year with all its students.