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Reminder: Construction Notice - Planned Campus Power Outage
The following was shared with students on Friday, October 17, 2025:
Theater-by-the-Grove Announces Open Call for Play Submission for New Works Festival
Theater-by-the-Grove, the producing artistic company at Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance, announces an open call for new plays to be submitted for consideration for a full production in late February 2026. Submissions from established, professional, working, or amateur playwrights will all be considered.
Retired Chemistry Professor Varughese Wins Fifth National Pickleball Title
Retired chemistry professor Pothen Varughese has turned his passion into five gold medals in National Senior Games men’s doubles pickleball. Combining his love of science, sport, and community, he helped build Indiana’s thriving pickleball scene and continues to inspire others to stay active, connected, and lifelong learners.
IUP Academy of Culinary Arts Chef Featured on Podcast
Indiana University of Pennsylvania Academy of Culinary Arts Chef Thomas Barnes is featured on episode 103 of the CAFÉ Talks podcast.
IUP Office of International Education Celebrates the World With Unity Day, Oct. 24
The Office of International Education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania will hold International Unity Day on October 24 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Hadley Union Building at IUP. This event is free and open to all.
Important Details Regarding Upcoming Spring and Winter Class Registration
All students can register for winter session classes starting October 27. Registration begins October 27 for spring classes, with veterans registering first, and all other student groups in the following days.
Construction Notice - Planned Campus Power Outage
The following was shared with students on October 14, 2025:
Education Abroad Policy
The Education Abroad Policy, published annually by the Office of International Education, outlines the procedures, responsibilities, and support structures for all IUP-affiliated international academic experiences. It applies to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and volunteers, and covers program types such as faculty-led trips, study abroad, internships, and service-learning abroad.
Derry and Massey Present at The Global Impact Forum
Art and Design professors Sean Derry and Sharon Massey were invited to present at the upcoming Global Impact Forum: Workforce Readiness in the Age of AI and Automation summit, taking place at the David L. Lawrence convention center in Pittsburgh November 3-5, 2025.
IUP Faculty and Students Help Inaugurate Newly Installed Pipe Organ in Worthington
Christine Clewell, assistant professor of organ at IUP, was featured as a guest performer for the inaugural concert celebrating the installation of a newly relocated Wicks Opus pipe organ at Worthington Lutheran Church in Armstrong County on Sunday, October 12.
PEEC Hosts FLY Friday Pop-Up on Community Standards and Homecoming
The Peer Educator and Engagement Coordinators are making their mark on campus by sparking meaningful conversations in fun, approachable ways. This past week, PEEC held a FLY Friday Pop-Up featuring a Question of the Day focused on community standards and Homecoming.
Branscum and Yu Release New Book
Associate Professor of English John Yu Branscum and former instructor Yi Izzy Yu are releasing their new book, "Stars That Pause: 2,000 Years of Asian UFO Encounters & Lore," on October 15.
Student Spotlight: Parker Bradley Publishes in Inorganic Chemistry Communications
Undergraduate student Parker Bradley’s publication on antibacterial photoactive ruthenium complexes in the highly regarded journal Inorganic Chemistry Communications highlights his growing success as a young researcher.
IUP, Warren State Hospital Sign Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Future Students
On October 9, 2025, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Warren State Hospital formalized a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.
Suit-Up and Stock-Up Drive
As part of IUP’s 150th Anniversary, the Career and Professional Development Center is excited to announce our Suit-Up and Stock-Up Drive, running from October 1 to October 30.
