Education

IU Northwest to host ‘Dr. Pianist’ for a musical residency, March 27-29

IU Northwest to host ‘Dr. Pianist’ for a musical residency, March 27-29 Internationally acclaimed musician to lead discussions, performances The Indiana University Northwest School of the Arts is hosting a three-day residency focusing on music making and wellbeing. Acclaimed pianist Dr. Makiko Hirata — also known as...

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PNW invites public to join Women’s History Month celebrations

PNW invites public to join Women’s History Month celebrations Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites its campus and local community members to attend several of its Women’s History Month events during March that are free and open to the public. On March 13 starting at 4 p.m., PNW will bring together three...

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IU Northwest hosts second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition

IU Northwest hosts second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition In the spirit of Black History Month, Indiana University Northwest invited five schools to participate in their second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition. Antoine Hawkins, Group Scholars Coordinator at IU Northwest, admires how the...

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Congressman Frank Mrvan Visits Geminus Head Start to Highlight Program’s Importance

Congressman Frank Mrvan Visits Geminus Head Start to Highlight Program’s Importance Geminus, a Regional Care Group member, hosted Congressman Frank Mrvan on Feb. 20 at its Head Start St. Mark Early Learning Academy in Gary, Indiana. Community and educational leaders toured the facility and held a press conference to highlight the...

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Percival Everett, author of New York Times Bestseller ‘James,’ to speak at IU Northwest on March 13

Percival Everett, author of New York Times Bestseller ‘James,’ to speak at IU Northwest on March 13 Indiana University Northwest will host a reading and Q&A conversation with award-winning author Percival Everett at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 13, 2025. Everett, an American writer and Distinguished Professor of English at the University of Southern...

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Civil Rights Heritage Center honors Nikki Giovanni

Civil Rights Heritage Center honors Nikki Giovanni IU South Bend’s Civil Rights Heritage Center hosted an event titled “An Evening with Nikki Giovanni” - celebrating the life and work of the American poet, educator and activist, who passed away in December.Dr. Darryl Heller, assistant professor...

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NIPSCO hosts annual ‘Introduce a Girl to STEAM’ event with Boys & Girls Clubs

NIPSCO hosts annual ‘Introduce a Girl to STEAM’ event with Boys & Girls Clubs With students around the Region getting the school day off for President’s Day weekend, NIPSCO hosted its “Introduce a Girl to STEAM” event on Monday, Feb. 17. More than 300 girls across five states were urged to dream big as they explored...

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IU South Bend to host weekend of prospective student resource events

IU South Bend to host weekend of prospective student resource events Prospective students and their families are invited to attend Indiana University South Bend’s admissions and financial aid events on Saturday, February 22 and Sunday, February 23. Spring Admissions Open House - Saturday, February 22, 10 a.m. - 1...

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Purdue Extension Porter County teams up with local counties to provide one of a kind drone program

Purdue Extension Porter County teams up with local counties to provide one of a kind drone program Drones are soaring in popularity, and in Porter County, they’re becoming more than just a hobby.  Thanks to a partnership between Purdue Extension Porter County and Porter County Government, a specialized drone training program gives residents...

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