Rose-Hulman sees record applications

A record number of 4,400 prospective students applied for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology by the school's early action deadline of Nov. 1 for fall 2024, the school announced Wednesday. The number is a 20% increase from last year and a 50% jump from three years ago. ... Read More

IPS board approves new teacher contract with average of 3% raises

The contract, which Indianapolis Education Association members voted to ratify last month, bumps starting pay in the district from $50,400 to $51,900 in 2023-24, and raises it again to $53,460 in 2024-25. Current teachers can also increase their base salary based on their educator evaluation ratings, their years of service in IPS, and whether they serve in high-need subject areas.... Read More

A Q&A with Nimbello’s Sunjay Agtey

Sunjay Agtey was born into a business family. After a winding career path took him from positions at tech startups in Chicago and Boston, the South Bend native decided to return home to work for his father’s financial technology company, Nimbello.... Read More

Purdue among top 10 for international students

The Institute of International Education is out with the Open Doors Report, which shows that Purdue University is among the top higher education institutions for attracting international students. Purdue is ranked No. 8, up one spot from last year.... Read More

UIndy opens literacy research, education center

The University of Indianapolis on Wednesday will mark the opening of the Nanci Vargus Learning Resource Center. The center was made possible through a gift made in memory of former UIndy educator Nanci Vargus by her daughter Jilda Vargus-Adams. ... Read More

New tax credit coming for disabled Hoosiers, caregivers

The Indiana State Treasurer’s office introduced the new credit beginning in taxable year 2024 if contributions are made into an INvestABLE account. That program, run by Indiana Achieving a Better Life Experience Authority, is available to people with disabilities and their caretakers to save up for future expenses and not compromise their access to public benefits. ... Read More