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IWU junior Kara Simison was named a 2025 Indy 500 Festival Princess, representing her university and hometown through months of service, leadership, and outreach. Her journey highlights IWU’s mission to develop students who lead with faith, purpose, and professionalism.
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Since the 1980s, Larry Wirtz has worked full-time as an inspirational speaker, comedian, and illusionist. After graduating high school, Wirtz took a few classes from Purdue University, but soon began performing full-time magic and comedy. “As scripture reminds us ‘the heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, the ears of the
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By Emma Pettitt Social Media as Burden It was the fall semester of my junior year, and I was completely stressed out. I felt sad, anxious, and distant from God. Despite my desire to talk to God and spend time in His Word, I found the days slipping away as
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MARION, IN (May 6, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has received official accreditation from the Evangelical Council for Financial Integrity (ECFA), a national organization recognized for promoting financial integrity among Christ-centered institutions. The accreditation affirms IWU's commitment to transparency, ethical governance, and responsible financial stewardship. The ECFA'
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Selecting a college major is one of the most important decisions international students make on their academic and professional journeys at higher education institutions. It’s a choice that helps shape your future, connecting your talents and passions with global opportunities. The right major doesn’t just equip you with
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MARION, Ind. (April 24, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) will host Carlos Campo, Ph.D., CEO of Museum of the Bible, as the commencement speaker for its spring graduation ceremonies on Saturday, April 26. During the ceremonies, Campo will also receive an honorary Doctor of Public Leadership degree. He is
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Since 1990, Indiana Wesleyan University has been the home of the undergraduate literary publication Caesura. The Caesura editing team publishes one issue a year. Planning occurs during the fall semester, while spring is dedicated to receiving submissions and building the year’s issue. The Caesura editorial team has historically comprised
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MARION, Ind. (April 14, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) division of natural sciences alumni Dr. Laura Coats, Dr. Austin Gerber, and Dr. Chris Sloan will come to IWU’s Marion campus on Thursday, April 17, to speak to students about their experiences in the medical field. Dr. Coats is an
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (April 14, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University’s DeVoe School of Business, Technology and Leadership is launching an AI-powered Executive MBA (EMBA) program in August, designed for senior managers, experienced leaders, and aspiring C-suite executives. This 30-credit-hour program integrates business, technology, AI, and leadership through a combination of practical
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Abby Blachly’s college experience has been filled with both highs and lows. She is majoring in international relations and business administration, with the former as her primary focus. Through the John Wesley Honors College, Blachly has also formed lifelong friendships with peers such as Ella Burns and Grace Goodfellow.
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MARION, Ind. (April 4, 2025) — StoneGate Arts & Education Center and Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) are partnering to offer a new leadership development opportunity for employers in south-central Indiana. Beginning this May, the Supervisor Essentials Leadership Development program, created by IWU’s Leadership by Design Center, will be hosted at
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Dr. Michele Brewer Prior to enrolling in the Doctor of Education program at Indiana Wesleyan University, Michele Brewer had earned multiple degrees from other institutions. Although those experiences were positive, IWU stood out to her as the most enjoyable, welcoming, and supportive academic environment she’s encountered. In her words,
