Academics News Archive
Indiana Tech exercise science degree program receives CASCE accreditation
June 17, 2026
The Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Education (CASCE) has recognized Indiana Tech’s exercise science strength and conditioning program with a five-year accreditation. Starting in 2030, a degree from a CASCE-accredited program will be required for any individual seeking to earn their Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certificate. CSCS certification is an industry […]
Indiana Tech receives grant from Ball Venture Fund for AI pilot program
June 1, 2026
The Ball Venture Fund awarded Indiana Tech a $25,000 grant for an artificial intelligence pilot program at its annual colloquium last week/in May. The grant will fund an AI cybersecurity and innovation clinic pilot, which will be developed and delivered by the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences. The goal is to bridge the […]
Indiana Tech awarded Lilly Endowment’s youth programs grant
May 22, 2026
Indiana Tech is receiving a $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment as part of the second phase of its Indiana Youth Programs on Campus (IYPC) program. IYPC is a Lilly Endowment initiative designed to help Indiana colleges and universities in their efforts to create new or expand and enhance existing high-quality, on-campus programs for Hoosier youth, […]
Indiana Tech’s ‘Launch + Lead’ summer camp introduces sports marketing element
May 14, 2026
Even though most of Indiana Tech’s student body has left campus for the summer break, there are still many activities taking place and opportunities for local youths to get involved. The STEAM Academy’s summer camps run through June and July, and are targeted towards students of all grade levels through high school. This year’s Launch […]
Learn how to earn a BSN in 13 months at June 11 open house
May 11, 2026
Through a unique partnership between Huntington University, Indiana Tech and Parkview Health, eligible students can achieve an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) in just 13 months. Come talk to representatives from Huntington University’s nursing program to learn how during an open house on Thursday, June 11. The event is from 6-8 p.m., in […]
Topp and Hughes’ ClassCloud platform wins Innovation Challenge
May 4, 2026
Indiana Tech’s commitment to hands-on innovation and entrepreneurship was on full display April 14 as students, faculty and community members gathered for the university’s annual Innovation Challenge. Over the course of three hours, five finalist teams presented ideas that blended technical expertise with business strategy, with each one aiming to transform a concept into a […]
Fort Wayne rage room is a generational operation
April 30, 2026
Indiana Tech is always proud to highlight alumni succeeding in their respective fields after graduation, while also showcasing the great work students are doing in their field of study at a professional level. Both of these things are happening at one Fort Wayne business. All the Rage opened in 2020. It is a “rage room” […]
Partnership with FWCS creates seamless transition for its students to Indiana Tech
April 23, 2026
An agreement between Indiana Tech, 3DE® by Junior Achievement and Fort Wayne Community Schools will give FWCS students an opportunity for a clearer pathway to a college education. Beginning May 2026, graduates of Fort Wayne Community Schools’ and 3DE® by Junior Achievement’s instructional model will be able to transfer credits obtained from the program toward […]
Indiana Tech health science student earns ICI Realizing the Dream scholarship
April 3, 2026
Indiana Tech sophomore Asi White has been named one of this year’s Realizing the Dream scholarship recipients by Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI). Realizing the Dream scholarships are awarded to first-generation students by ICI for outstanding achievement in pursuit of their bachelor’s degrees. The awards also acknowledge an “influential educator” that left a lasting impact […]
Indiana Tech’s new flexible antenna redirects energy away from the body, reducing simulated Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) by ~90% while performing across the 2.4 GHz Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi band.
March 5, 2026
Abstract: Indiana Tech Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Dr. Said Abushamleh has engineered a flexible, low‑profile wearable antenna designed to keep people connected while improving comfort and safety. The design pairs a semicircular ring‑slot antenna with a thin “artificial magnetic conductor” backing the antenna to redirect signals away from the body, reducing simulated energy absorption (SAR) […]
Indiana Tech selects Dr. Eve-Lynn Clarke as dean of its College of Business
March 2, 2026
Indiana Tech has selected Dr. Eve-Lynn Clarke to be the next dean of the university’s College of Business. Dr. Clarke has over 10 years of experience in higher education, including the last 43 months at Indiana Tech. She became the College of Business’ associate dean on July 1, 2022, and has served as acting dean since […]
Indiana Tech hires Dr. Amie Anderson as its next vice president for academic affairs
February 13, 2026
Indiana Tech is pleased to announce that Dr. Amie Anderson has been chosen to be the university’s next vice president for academic affairs and chief academic officer. Dr. Anderson will begin her new role at the university on July 1. A senior academic leader with more than 16 years of experience in higher education and a foundation as a secondary science teacher, Dr. Anderson comes to Indiana […]
Indiana Tech receives $150,000 grant to explore AI innovation in education
December 15, 2025
Indiana Tech has been awarded a $150,000 planning grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform teaching, learning and career preparation at the university. The grant will help Indiana Tech investigate new opportunities to enhance teaching and learning, support faculty development, engage with industry partners and improve institutional practices. It […]
Indiana Tech’s online Electrical Engineering Technology, A.S. degree earns ABET accreditation.
September 25, 2025
Indiana Tech’s Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology was recently accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET. This is the first online A.S. degree in electrical engineering technology to be recognized by this highly regarded accreditation organization. Indiana Tech has been long known as a leading provider of online education. Now, it’s […]
Craig Dyer earns 2025 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation
September 3, 2025
Craig Dyer, associate professor of sport management, was named the winner of Indiana Tech’s 2025 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation. He received his recognition during Indiana Tech’s convocation ceremony on Aug. 27. The Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation was established in 2008 by community supporter and owner of Leepoxy Plastics, Larry Lee. It is given […]
Talwar College earns $500K-plus in research grants
August 26, 2025
Indiana Tech’s Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences recently received three research grants totaling more than $500,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Ball Venture Fund. One grant, awarded by the NSF, is part of a collaborative national initiative intended to strengthen STEM education at the high school level. The project, titled […]
Indiana Tech and Manchester University partner on innovative PharmD pathway
August 4, 2025
Manchester University and Indiana Tech have partnered to establish a unique B.S./M.S./PharmD pathway which creates time- and cost-saving educational opportunities for Indiana Tech students who wish to pursue advanced careers in pharmaceutical science and pharmacy. Through this agreement, Indiana Tech students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science (a new program which […]
Indiana Tech and YLNI enter into a beneficial educational partnership
July 14, 2025
Indiana Tech and Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana (YLNI) have partnered to offer an articulation agreement that will make it easier and more affordable for YLNI members to take the next step in their educational journeys. Effective immediately, all YLNI members are eligible for a 20% reduction in tuition from Indiana Tech when they pursue […]
Dr. Naga Musunuri named Faculty of the Year award winner for 2025
May 23, 2025
Dr. Naga Musunuri, associate professor of mechanical engineering, is Indiana Tech’s Faculty of the Year award winner for 2025. Dr. Musunuri is very passionate about our students’ professional preparation. His commitment to ensuring student success is evident in every communication he has with students colleagues. His teaching evaluations are always impressively positive; students frequently comment […]
Cyber Warriors make history with sixth-place finish at national championship
April 28, 2025
Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, finished a university-best sixth place at the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) national championship Saturday in San Antonio, Texas. The accomplishment comes a year after the Cyber Warriors set a school record with a 10th-place finish in last year’s final. First place went to the University of […]
New Pacesetter MBA helps students boost their careers while saving time and money
April 8, 2025
Indiana Tech is launching a new, faster, lower-cost pathway for students to earn a high-quality MBA degree. Starting this summer at the beginning of the 2025-26 academic year, the university’s new Pacesetter MBA will enable students to earn an in-demand credential in just 12 months, for a total tuition cost of just $11,000. The Pacesetter […]
Cyber Warriors win CCDC Regional; earn second straight trip to nationals!
March 17, 2025
For a second straight year, Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, is heading to the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition national championship. The Cyber Warriors earned their spot on Saturday by winning the Erich J. Spengler CCDC Midwest Regional title—the university’s fifth. They advance to the national competition, which is April 25 through 27 […]
Regional Women in CyberSecurity event at Tech on March 22
March 11, 2025
On Saturday, March 22, from 3 to 5 p.m., Indiana Tech will host the kickoff meeting of the Northern Indiana affiliate of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Register here: ind.tc/pggj. This meet-and-greet event will be in Andorfer Commons on the Indiana Tech campus, 1600 E. Washington Blvd. Whether you’re a student, a professional in the field or […]
Indiana Tech’s Cyber Warriors win 11th straight state title
January 27, 2025
Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, bested Purdue University West Lafayette and Rose Hullman Institute of Technology on Saturday to win its 11th straight Indiana Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC). Indiana Tech has been the state’s top collegiate cyber defense team since Feb. 7, 2015, and has won the Indiana CCDC 18 times […]
Indiana Tech’s SHRM chapter earns prestigious honor
October 7, 2024
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest HR professional society representing 340,000 members in 180 countries, honored Indiana Tech’s SHRM student chapter with a 2023-24 Superior Merit Award. The annual Superior Merit Award program recognizes chapters for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its student chapter members. It began in 1972 […]