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Indiana University of Pennsylvania alumni and friends were recognized during the university’s annual Celebration Weekend with two events on April 5.
Alan Luckey ’87, M’89 and his wife, longtime IUP administrator Rhonda Luckey, wanted to do something to honor their decades-long connection to IUP. Find out how they transformed a hand-crafted tool that Alan had invented for Rhonda, an avid weaver, into a gift to complement the university’s celebration of its 150th anniversary.
What amazes Curt Porter the most about English, and languages in general, is how they are critical to every facet of human life. Learn more about him in this week’s Meet Our Faculty feature.
Work to raze six unoccupied buildings on West Mahoning Street in downtown Punxsutawney, part of Indiana University’s Pennsylvania’s Academy of Culinary Arts long-range facilities plan, is underway with today’s installation of fencing around the demolition area.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania will celebrate innovation, student and faculty research, and alumni success during IUP’s 2025 Research Appreciation Week, planned for April 7 to 11.
Lavender Graduation
Lavender Graduation is an intimate opportunity for LGBTQIA-identified students and allies to be recognized for their accomplishments at IUP. Graduates from bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs can also request lavender-colored cords to wear...
Commencement: College of Health Sciences and University College
The IUP Commencement Ceremony for the College of Health Sciences and the University College will start at 8:30 a.m. on May 10, 2025, at the KCAC.
Commencement Celebration Toast
Graduates, family, and friends are invited to attend a celebration toast. Champagne and non-alcoholic sparkling cider will be available. Registration is required.
Commencement: Colleges of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Education and Human Services
The IUP Commencement Ceremony for the Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the College of Education and Human Services will start at 12:30 p.m. on May 10, 2025, at the KCAC.
Commencement: Colleges of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs, Eberly College of Business
The IUP Commencement Ceremony for the College of Arts, Humanities, Media, and Public Affairs and the Eberly College of Business will start at 3:30 p.m. on May 10, 2025, at the KCAC.
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IUP sponsors 19 NCAA Division II varsity teams in basketball, cross country, diving, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, and volleyball.
Our teams have won 104 PSAC championships and two national team championships; a number of student-athletes have won national championships. Scholarships are available for all varsity sports.
Check out our athletics website for news, scores, schedules, stats, and other information about our teams, our coaches, and our athletes, and learn how you can be a part of their success.
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