Over nearly a decade working in a university communications office, my articles highlighted the people, programs and innovation of Indiana University Northwest:
Research/Science
Dune Dynamics
IU Northwest’s Dunes expert sets out to answer the ‘how’ and ‘why’ behind mysterious Mt. Baldy phenomenon.
Multiple Sclerosis Research
NIH grant gives IU Northwest researcher opportunity to clarify a popular hypothesis.
Fruit Flies and Human Reproduction
IU Northwest professor receives NIH grant for genetic research.
Fascinating People
Pomp, Circumstance, Precision
Meet the man behind the mic at IU Northwest’s Commencement.
Meet ‘Team Torabi’
With three enrolled in medical school, this family is growing together as NWI’s future MDs.
An advocate of IUN, Gary
IUPD-NW’s new police chief is visible, approachable, and can relate to a rough upbringing.
The Voice of Commencement
Of all the ways Despina Liaskos gives back to IU Northwest, her voice is among her most beautiful contributions.
Agent of Change
When returning to college, she had no idea the title ‘documentary filmmaker’ would be a career that has the power to change the world.
Breaking the Rules
Acclaimed artist and IU Northwest alumnus returns to campus to share his journey to the international art world with students.
Programs/Innovation
Inside-Out
IU Northwest students and incarcerated women learn together in unique program, with transformative results.
Mock Trial
Students say role-playing experience gave them confidence, a taste of real-world law practice.
Medical Residencies
Partners sign letter of intent to form IUSM-led consortium, a vital move toward training doctors in region.
Actors Have it Tough
Performing arts professor to introduce students to nuances of stage combat in fall class.
Data-Sharing Initiative
Agencies are working together for public safety in a way that has never been done before.
Medical Humanities Minor
Courses in disabilities, ethics, anthropology and more offer new perspectives for health professions.
Philanthropy
A Philanthropic Spirit Rewarded
IUSM-NW student makes a leap of faith; an anonymous donor steps up to make his dream a reality.
‘Never Give Up’
Mom of five refused to quit, says scholarships helped ease her burden as she persevered to her degree.
Donor takes investment education to new level
Finance professor contributes $50,000 to create a student-managed investment fund.
Erika Rose 