The Indiana National Guard’s Hoosier Youth Challenge Academy helps "at risk" youth by using quasi-military training. In our (i) on Education segment, Major General Courtney Carr explains how the academy is putting graduates into the Indiana workforce.... Read More
The Indiana Chamber has released the results of this year’s Employer Workforce Survey, and once again it shows companies can’t find enough workers. In our (i) on Education, learn why the chamber’s new Institute for Workforce Excellence can help Indiana become a national workforce leader. ... Read More
Indianapolis-based EduSource develops custom software for clients, with the help of college students they hire as software engineer apprentices. In our (i) on Education, the company’s founder talks about developing tomorrow’s leaders and the local tech ecosystem through real-life projects.... Read More
India-based Infosys, which today broke ground on a $35 million U.S. Education Center in Indianapolis, says the campus will prepare the American workforce for the technology jobs of the future. "Continuous learning and reskilling are core components of Infosys’ DNA," said Chief Operating Officer UB Pravin, adding the company will use the facility on the former Indianapolis […]... Read More
A $40 million gift has launched Wabash College into the largest fund-raising campaign in its 186-year history. In our (i) on Education segment, President Greg Hess explains the four components of the $225 million Giant Steps campaign. ... Read More
Marian University is looking to the future with two big projects… a $9 million ethics center and a two-year college that’s a partnership with St. Joseph’s College. Marian President Dan Elsener discusses both. ... Read More
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie says it has been a banner year for the university. In our (i) on Education, he explains securing more than $600 million in funding for research and a record $550 million in donations.... Read More
Students in Decatur Township now have access to a first-of-its-kind learning space that features advanced technology and work-based learning opportunities. We take you inside the new Innovation and Design Hub.... Read More
As the Simon Youth Foundation gears up for its annual educator conference, it’s exploring alternative education experiences for Indiana students. It recently teamed up with the Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art to open a pop-up gallery.... Read More
Did you know the lack of access to child care costs Hoosier employers nearly $2 billion annually? In (i) on Education, we explore a new study and explain why advocates say investing in early education could reverse the trend.... Read More
For the first time in eight years, the University of Evansville has a new president. Chris Pietruszkiewicz shares his vision for the school, the impact of being designated an Ashoka U Changemaker Campus and efforts to connect with the business community.... Read More
A flurry of tech transfer activity is brewing at Indiana University. We explore some of the startups hatched during a record-setting three-year period.... Read More
Inside INdiana Business is on the road this week, coming to you from Greater Lafayette known for two great cities and one great university. We start the conversation with the Governor turned university president, who has wasted no time in getting down to business, whether it’s education or the economy.... Read More
A national nonprofit has chosen Indiana as the next state for its Skillful initiative, designed to help workers, especially those without four-year college degrees, find good jobs in a changing economy. The New York-based Markle Foundation is working with partners including Microsoft Philanthropies, Walmart and Purdue University on the workforce development effort. ... Read More
The president of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology says non-alums and corporate partners will be key to the success of a $250 million fundraising campaign, which kicked off its public phase today. Jim Conwell says companies around the world need workers who can adapt to industry changes "we can’t even begin to predict," and says The […]... Read More
A grant from Duke Energy Foundation is helping Conner Prairie show elementary-aged students how STEM fits into Indiana’s rich past. Conner Prairie’s CEO explains how the outreach program works.... Read More
Orbis Education is working with universities across the country to address the growing shortage of healthcare workers. We discuss how the program is working for Marian University, and how Orbis continues to grow.... Read More
An event this week in Indianapolis is providing over 9,000 central Indiana 8th graders with what organizers say is a first-hand look at potential future careers. JA JobSpark, an annual Junior Achievement of Central Indiana program, brings together students from 62 schools and representatives from 120 employers to take part in career exploration activities. JA […]... Read More
The former Heslar Naval Armory in Indianapolis now has a new use. After a more than $10 million renovation, it is home to Riverside High School. Leaders fromIndianapolis Classical School discuss the need for a sister school to Herron High School.... Read More
Longtime WFYI President and CEO Lloyd Wright is preparing to retire after 30 years at the helm. In our (i) on Education report, he shares why educational initiatives have been a priority for him and the PBS station.... Read More
