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An interdisciplinary accelerated degree program is launching at Indiana University Indianapolis that will offer students aunique opportunity to gain expertise in both sport management and foundational legal principles. The innovative program — which combines a Bachelor of Science in tourism, event and sport management, with a major in sport management, from the School of Health… Read more »
Learning can also mean giving something back. Each year, IU School of Health & Human Sciences students step outside the classroom to apply what they are learning in the community. Through a robust network of academic and community-integrated partnerships, IU SHHS departments and programs prioritize “service learning” – practical experiences that benefit both students and… Read more »
Through the IU School of Health & Human Sciences required internship, students have a built-in opportunity to gain experience and insights to better define their future. All SHHS undergraduates complete a 300- or 350-hour internship, depending on the program, in their senior year. “The value of the internship really stems from bringing coursework to life;… Read more »
After raising her children and working in the travel and health insurance industries, Tisha Owens made a life-changing decision. Turning her dream of earning a bachelor’s degree into reality, Owens took advantage of the 2+2 program—an agreement that allows students with Ivy Tech associate’s degrees to continue toward a bachelor’s degree at IU Indianapolis. “It… Read more »
When William Weng scouted colleges, he played the game like a seasoned pro—doing his homework, analyzing the field, and making winning decisions. Now, he’s scoring big for both himself and the Indianapolis sports community. Tapping into his network, Weng first heard about the IU Indianapolis sport management program from an IU alum. He added the… Read more »
Long before the Chiefs and the Eagles battle it out in Super Bowl LIX, IU Indianapolis students studying sports analytics teamed up to compete in a bowl of their own—the NFL Big Data Bowl. Sponsored by the NFL’s Football Operations organization, the Big Data Bowl is an annual competition offering college students and sports analytics… Read more »
For three tourism, event and sport management (TESM) students, interning with Visit Indy last semester was nothing short of eye-opening and transformational. One of the nation’s leading destination marketing organizations (DMO), Visit Indy forges partnerships between business and government, driving the visitor experience and bolstering city and state economy. Located in the heart of the… Read more »
Every year, Indianapolis becomes a hub for sporting events, the Big Ten Football Championship Game being one of the latest major crowd-drawers. Just this year, more than 67,000 spectators flocked to the city to watch the showdown on Dec 7. With gameday events happening only a few miles away from campus, IU Indianapolis sport management… Read more »
As Indianapolis prepares for the World Food Championships competition this weekend at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, students studying food and beverage operations showcased their talent by creating charcuterie boards in the IU Indianapolis School of Health & Human Sciences’ (SHHS) new 1,000-square-foot state-of-the-art teaching kitchen. Designed as a resource for both the campus and the… Read more »
The Department of Tourism, Event, and Sport Management (TESM) at IU Indianapolis is thrilled to announce the launch of three new majors: tourism, hospitality and event management, in addition to sport management. Each major offers an experience-based education, allowing students the flexibility to earn credit for work experience while building their resumes and professional networks…. Read more »