Indiana University Northwest invites high school students to learn about college majors and careers at its Virtual Academic Fair

Indiana University Northwest invites high school students to learn about college majors and careers at its Virtual Academic Fair

Indiana University Northwest offers more than 70 degree programs designed to prepare students for today’s most rewarding careers. On January 29, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., the university will host a Virtual Academic Fair covering its most popular degree programs and the careers students can expect to pursue upon graduation. The Virtual Academic Fair is free and open to all high school students and their families.

During the event, IU Northwest professors and academic advisors will share crucial information about the most in-demand jobs, salary ranges, and corresponding educational paths.

All students who attend the Virtual Academic Fair will be entered in a raffle to receive a complimentary “swag box” with a t-shirt and other branded items.

Extensive choices

IU Northwest offers a wide range of degree programs—in the classroom and online—to local students seeking to complete their Indiana University education close to home. IU Northwest’s academic units include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health and Human Services, the School of Business and Economics, the School of the Arts, and the School of Education.

Careers that will be explored during the event include:

  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Science
  • Art History
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • Communication (Sports Analyst, Producer Film/TV, Journalist)
  • Criminal Justice
  • Dance
  • Dental Assisting 
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Economics
  • Elementary Education
  • English
  • Fine Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Information Management (Health Record Analyst, Medical & Health Services Manager, Clinic Systems Manager)
  • Health Services Management
  • Human Resources
  • Labor Studies Nursing (Pediatric Nurse, Medical/Surgical Nurse, Anesthesia Nurse)
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics (Air Traffic Controller, Banking Investment Manager, Data Control Administrator)
  • Music
  • Pre-Health Professions (Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinarian Medicine, Physical Therapy)
  • Psychology
  • Public Affairs
  • Public Services Administration
  • Secondary Education
  • Social Work
  • Sports Management
  • Theatre

Registration is required. To learn more and register, visit iun.edu/adm-events. Students are asked to share their registration confirmation with their teacher and guidance counselor. A link to join the Virtual Academic Fair will be provided in advance.