Preview of the Fall IU Alumni Magazine
It’s been more than 40 years since I reported to Read Hall to get started on my IU student journey. I can still remember the excitement of the challenge ahead. That’s probably one of the few things I have in common with the IU class of 2020 that just began its freshman year. I brought …
read moreThe Great Eight
The graduation dust has begun to settle, but there are specific accomplishments that have reached national heights: a group of eight black women who earned their PhDs from the IU School of Education, a unique and phenomenal occurrence. Jada Phelps-Moultrie, Shannon McCullough, Johari Shuck, Nadrea Njoku, Tiffany Kyser, Jasmine Haywood, Demetrees Hutchins, and Juhanna Rogers …
read moreA Look at the Summer Issue of the Indiana University Alumni Magazine
I can’t play a musical instrument, but I appreciate good music. So, I was intrigued when I received a phone call from Ann Harrison, of Attica, Ind., who wanted to tell me about a wonderful program in the grade school there, featuring Indiana University music students teaching the youngsters how to play the violin. It …
read moreTell Us Your Story: What are your perfect things about IU?
Nobody or nothing is perfect, but a good many of us view Indiana University, or aspects of it, as perfect. What makes it so? Why are we so attached to this place? For me, IU is perfect because it’s home. It’s the place in my life where I feel the most comfortable. Many things go …
read moreHow IUAA Helped My Professional & Volunteer Work
This spring I took advantage of my IUAA membership and signed up for a free professional development webinar on social media from Guy Kawasaki and Peg Fitzpatrick, hosted by the IUAA’s Career and Professional Development team. I signed up to gain knowledge for my business but my volunteer work with the Indiana University Marching Hundred …
read moreWatch the Spirit of Indiana
We debuted this short video, “The Spirit of Indiana,” at this year’s Alumni Leaders Conference. You might have heard the speech before. It was a favorite of Herman B Wells, and is recited at the freshman induction ceremony at IU Bloomington. Thank you for carrying on the Spirit of Indiana! The spirit that is Indiana …
read moreCONTEST: Name the IU & IUPUI popcorn
The IU Alumni Association paired with Delights Gourmet Popcorn by Sugar & Spice at the Indiana Memorial Union to create two delicious popcorn mixes—one for IU alumni and another for IUPUI. Alumni Leaders Conference attendees received a sample of the IU blend, which features red and gold caramel popcorn and a white chocolate drizzle. The …
read moreMemorial Day Series, Part 4: Honor
The last piece of the Memorial Day series reflects honor. Memorial Day is all about honor—honoring those that gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country. Many of our IU alumni I reached out to talked about friends, family, and battle buddies that they lost. You can feel the emotion in their words. It just …
read moreMemorial Day Series, Part 3: Valor
Valor: strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness; personal bravery. I cannot imagine facing death as part of my daily job but this is what our military members face every day. We have some amazing IU alumni that have done just that. Here are their thoughts about Memorial …
read moreMemorial Day Series, Part 2: Sacrifice
We all know that Memorial Day honors those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country. These young men and women sign their lives away when they sign on the dotted line. Most jobs are not like that. I understand a little bit about sacrifice and what it can truly do someone that is left …
read moreMemorial Day Series, Part 1: Remembrance
This month, I thought I would write about a topic that is so close to my heart, Memorial Day. I am a military spouse whose husband is currently in the Indiana National Guard after serving in both the active Air Force and the active Army. Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday which occurs …
read moreVolunteer to Volunteer: Olivia, from Chicago
Hello, IU alumni and volunteers!! In the effort to hear the voice of volunteers, we’re introducing a series where volunteers will speak directly to you! Each volunteer has a story to tell about why they work to create the right alumni engagement experiences for their community. First up is Olivia Clarke Silver, president of the …
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