Education

A journey shaped by education: Meet Indiana University Northwest Chancellor Arrick Jackson

A journey shaped by education: Meet Indiana University Northwest Chancellor Arrick Jackson Tucked in his organized office at Indiana University Northwest, Chancellor Arrick Jackson sips his coffee behind his meticulously organized desk. Jackson began his tenure on July 1. The office — and campus — are relatively quiet a week into his...

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Center for Urban and Regional Excellence courses for July, August 2025

Center for Urban and Regional Excellence courses for July, August 2025 Range of free and low-cost courses includes business, finance, health, technology, more Indiana University Northwest’s Center for Urban and Regional Excellence (CURE) offers a variety of non-credit courses and educational programs that aim to...

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Goodwill celebrates as the Gary and Hammond Excel Centers’ Class of 2025 graduates go out to make their mark on the world

Goodwill celebrates as the Gary and Hammond Excel Centers’ Class of 2025 graduates go out to make their mark on the world On Tuesday, June 10, Goodwill held a joint graduation ceremony for graduates of the Goodwill Excel Centers located in Gary and Hammond. Over 55 graduates, along with their families and friends, gathered in the auditorium of the Hammond Area Career...

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Goodwill helps Elkhart and South Bend Excel Center graduates celebrate the bright future ahead

Goodwill helps Elkhart and South Bend Excel Center graduates celebrate the bright future ahead On Monday, June 9, Goodwill held a joint graduation ceremony for graduates of the Goodwill Excel Centers located in Elkhart and South Bend. Over 50 graduates and their families gathered in the auditorium of the Battell Community Center in...

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Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2025 Dean’s List honors

Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2025 Dean’s List honors The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2025 spring semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,746 undergraduate students for their academic achievements. Qualifying students sustained an overall grade point average of at least 3.5 and a semester grade point...

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Investing in Kids, Investing in Our Future:  Why 21st Century Community Learning Centers Matter

Investing in Kids, Investing in Our Future:  Why 21st Century Community Learning Centers Matter Every day after school, hundreds of young people walk through the doors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana.  For them, it’s more than just a place to go – it’s a safe, supportive environment where they can learn,...

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The enduring impact of IU Northwest’s Kids College

The enduring impact of IU Northwest’s Kids College Transformative two-week summer enrichment program ignites passion for lifelong learning, success for all students When middle schoolers first arrive for Kids College at Indiana University Northwest, Sarah Morris asks a simple question. “I always...

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Big Shoulders Fund NWI’s Lisa Gutierrez brings principal’s perspective as she supports local educators

Big Shoulders Fund NWI’s Lisa Gutierrez brings principal’s perspective as she supports local educators Lisa Gutierrez carries a wide breadth of experience in education, having served as everything from a substitute teacher to a school principal. She now brings that deep background to the table at Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana, where she is...

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