Dream Big collaboration success stories
Two members of the Valparaiso University satellite project team earned career opportunities with companies in the aerospace industry.
Gary schools receive grant
Gary Community School Corp. has received an $800,000 Next Generation School Improvement Grant from the Indiana Department of Education.
IU Northwest sees growth
Indiana University Northwest saw an increase in headcount and credit hours this fall, with undergraduate student enrollment up 9.3% and students taking bigger course loads.
PNW enrollment grows
Purdue University Northwest recently reported gains in fall enrollment, including the First Time in College cohort and transfer students, and a record retention rate.
PNW updates labs
Purdue University Northwest debuted new biology and computer lab spaces during fall 2025, on its Westville and Hammond campuses, with additional updates planned.
Ivy Tech names chancellor
Dr. John Gipson, former chief of staff to the provost at Purdue University, has been selected as Ivy Tech Lake County’s next chancellor and will join the College Sept. 29.
Cursive Academy launches
A new Cursive Academy in Gary, led by Terrell and Chelsea Whittington, aims to teach students ages 8-17 cursive handwriting as many schools no longer teach the art.
Tricoci offers new program
Tricoci University will start offering a manicuring program in September at its Highland campus, along with cosmetology, esthetics and barbering programs.
PNW awarded $1.8 million
Purdue University Northwest was awarded $1.8 million in federal funding for the university’s TRIO Student Support Services.
MAAC Foundation names new CEO
Nicole Gladstone is the new president and CEO of The MAAC Foundation as of Sept. 1, bringing over 20 years of experience to her role overseeing operations and initiatives.