In Unity with Amazing Alumni
This semester provided many meaningful connections with alumni, particularly in October and November. I was lucky to meet some incredible alumni that represent Indiana University in such an inspiring way. In October, I was fortunate enough to take part in the 2024 Hoosier Homecoming festivities including the Distinguished Alumni Service Awards (DASA) Dinner, the DASA …
Get To Know Estela Kite
As the Associate Director for market engagement for central and northeast Indiana, Estela Kite supports alumni engagement in both IUAA communities with an IU-Indianapolis focus. Originally from Los Angeles, Estela grew up in Maryland. She completed her undergraduate studies at Mount St. Mary’s university, which is nestled on the side of a mountain in Emmitsburg, …
Neal-Marshall Alumni Club: 2024 Rising Star & Alumni Achievement Honorees
The Neal-Marshall Alumni Club is pleased to announce this year’s honorees for the Rising Star Award and the Alumni Achievement Award. The Rising Star Award recognizes the accomplishments of emerging professionals and their growing body of work, and the Alumni Achievement Award is designed to recognize the lifetime accomplishments of Indiana University alumni for their …
2024 Alumni Leaders Weekend Honorees
The Indiana University Alumni Association values service, loyalty, and volunteer leadership. During Alumni Leaders Weekend, June 21—22, the IUAA will honor eight alumni volunteers who exemplify these qualities. 2024 IUAA President’s Award honorees Established in 1990, President’s Award is the highest award for alumni volunteers and is for outstanding achievements by volunteers that are the …
Exceptional Volunteer Leaders Honored this Summer
I’m pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the IUAA President’s Award and the IUAA Volunteer Leadership Award. The IUAA Volunteer Leadership Award was created in 2019 and honors those of our most committed alumni volunteers who are still writing the chapters of their alumni story through volunteerism and service. This year, our awards go …
Food, Fun, and an IUAA Family Tradition
IU Alumni Association’s Annual Barbecue Saturday, June 22, Noon DeVault Alumni Center Tent | 1000 E. 17th Street | Bloomington Join us for a sizzling summer barbecue filled with laughter, good eats, and reminiscing with fellow Indiana University alumni from all campuses! Let’s grill, chill, and create new memories together at the IUAA headquarters in …
Alumni Leaders Weekend 2024 is just around the corner
Mark your calendars for another amazing Alumni Leaders Weekend this summer. Join the Board of Managers, Executive Council, and other volunteer leaders as we learn from one another, recognize our award recipients, and celebrate our year. This weekend is all about you as we show our heartfelt appreciation for your work for the IUAA year-round. …
IUAA Slate of Volunteer Leaders: Outstanding Folks to Serve
The IUAA Governance Committee developed and approved the following slate for your 2024-2025 Executive Council and Board of Managers. Please visit the official ballot and cast your vote to affirm this slate: Nominations for the 2024–2025 Board of Managers are: Yung Nguyen, BS’89, MD’95, of Indianapolis, current Vice Chair, be slated as Chair-elect; Shontrai Irving, …
LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Awardee: Juan Carlos Venis, MD’14
The IU LGBTQ+ Alumni Association will present their highest honor, the Distinguished Alumni Award, during the 16th annual Celebration Weekend Distinguished Alumni brunch Saturday, March 23, held on the IUPUI campus. “I am thrilled and honored that Dr. Juan Carlos Venis has accepted the IU LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Award. His remarkable contributions to …
Honoring Outstanding Volunteerism in 2024
Happy New Year, IUAA Family! Every year, alumni like you choose to dedicate their time, talent, treasure, and testimony to help IUAA and IU thrive. Let’s honor those outstanding volunteers. The nominations deadline for the IUAA President’s, Volunteer Leadership, and Gertrude Rich Awards is Feb. 28, 2024. Those chosen for these honors will be celebrated …
The Power of Student-Alumni Connections at Indiana University
Connecting with alumni is a pivotal aspect of the university experience, and at Indiana University, these connections are more than just pathways to potential careers—they are the threads that weave a vibrant tapestry of shared experiences and aspirations. As the IU alumni network continues to grow, we delve into the significance of students interacting with …
Distinguished Latino Alumni Award: Patricia Mota, BA’07, GC’09, MPA’10
The IU Alumni Association in collaboration with La Casa/Latino Culture Center are proud to announce that Patricia Mota received the Distinguished Latino Alumni Award on October 14, 2023, during La Casa/ Latino Culture Center’s 50th anniversary banquet. The purpose of the Distinguished Latino Alumni Award is to provide recognition for outstanding achievements by the Latino/a/x …