Free Community Hearing Screenings: Friday Nov. 13
The IUP Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic will offer a free community hearing screening event, open to anyone in the university or surrounding area.
News
IUP Selected for Princeton Review’s 2027 Best Colleges in Mid-Atlantic Region
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has been selected by The Princeton Review as a 2027 “Best College” in the Mid-Atlantic. IUP is one of 98 colleges and universities selected for the regional distinction.
ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies Released, 3rd Edition
The ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies introduce an updated framework of eight competency areas organized into Guiding Values and Essential Practices. The framework establishes shared baseline expectations for student affairs professionals while emphasizing continued professional development and growth throughout their careers.
IUP Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs Selected to Represent Pennsylvania in 2026–27 Appalachian Regional Commissions’ Leadership Institute
Christina Koren, executive director of Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, has been selected as a Fellow of the Appalachian Leadership Institute.
Fall 2026 Provost Scholars
These students have been recognized as Provost Scholars for fall 2026.
Gentle Reminder: Informal Conversation Today, Nov. 3, Robertshaw Room 7A
The following was shared with students on November 11, 2026:
Center for Civic Dialogue Executive Team Member Torges Featured on Renda Broadcasting
Gwen Torges, executive team member of the Center for Civic Dialogue, was featured on Renda Broadcasting’s “Indiana in the Morning” on October 30 to talk about the Center for Civic Dialogue’s Inaugural Distinguished Speaker, Jeffrey Rosen.
NAVSUP Representatives to Visit IUP
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Institute for Cybersecurity will host senior personnel from the Department of War’s Naval Supply Systems Command Business Systems Center on November 9, 2026.
IUP Unites Indiana Libraries, Books, and Theatre for “The Book Club Play”
Theater-by-the-Grove, the performance ensemble of Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s theatre program, is delighted to announce the opening of Karen Zacarias’ new comedy, The Book Club Play, in November. The performances will also feature numerous literary organizations and events from local libraries and other departments.
Governor’s Leadership Team, Legislators, Healthcare Leaders Part of Fifth Annual IUP, Indiana Regional Medical Center Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference Nov. 19
Members of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s cabinet, Pennsylvania senators and representatives, and key healthcare and industry leaders will come together to discuss important issues in rural healthcare during Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Indiana Regional Medical Center’s 2026 fifth annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference.
Staff Member Death: Karen Ober
President Driscoll offers condolences on the death of Karen Ober, the director of Fund Administration for the Foundation for IUP.
IUP, Two Cambria County Sites Announce Clinical Training Affiliation Agreements with IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine
Indiana University of Pennsylvania celebrated clinical training affiliation agreements with Highlands Health Medical Center and Laurel Pediatrics Associates of Johnstown for future students at IUP’s College of Osteopathic Medicine with signing events on October 29.
Informal Conversation, Robertshaw Room 7A, Nov. 3, 2:30 p.m.
The following was shared with all students on October 28, 2026:
Free Planetarium Show on Artemis II Mission, Nov. 16
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Cejka Planetarium in John J. and Char Kopchick Hall will host a program about the Artemis II Mission at 7:00 p.m. on November 16. The planetarium shows are free and open to the community.
Halloween Weekend Safety: Fall Back, Stay Alert, and Celebrate Safely!
As the IUP community prepares for Halloween celebrations, IUP Emergency Management reminds students, faculty, and staff to take a few simple precautions to stay safe.
