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Priority for Progress: How IUP Is Navigating Artificial Intelligence

Priority for Progress: How IUP Is Navigating Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is changing how we study, work, and communicate. Instead of running from it, IUP is taking an open, university-wide approach to AI. Through strategic pathways, faculty innovation, and hands-on tools, IUP is equipping students and staff with practical skills while protecting academic integrity and human oversight.

Three Named to IUP Alumni Association Board of Directors

Three Named to IUP Alumni Association Board of Directors

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Alumni Association Board of Directors welcomed three new members to the Board during its October meeting.

Classes Canceled Friday, October 16 for All-Employee Event

Classes Canceled Friday, October 16 for All-Employee Event

The following was shared with students on October 14, 2026:

BSides Cybersecurity Conference offered in Johnstown, Nov. 12

BSides Cybersecurity Conference offered in Johnstown, Nov. 12

The BSides Flood City Cybersecurity Conference will be held at Penn Highlands Community College on Thursday, November 12.

Three Rivers Information Security Symposium to be Held October 22

Three Rivers Information Security Symposium to be Held October 22

The ninth annual Three Rivers Information Security Symposium (TRISS) will be held at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center on Thursday, October 22.

IUP Releases Guidelines for Using AI in Marketing Materials

IUP Releases Guidelines for Using AI in Marketing Materials

IUP’s Office of Marketing and Communications has released guidelines for using artificial intelligence in marketing and promotional materials.

IUP Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences Hanna’s Town Research Featured on Pennsylvania Cable Network Program

IUP Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences Hanna’s Town Research Featured on Pennsylvania Cable Network Program

Ongoing research by Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences at Historic Hanna’s Town is featured on a Pennsylvania Cable Network segment.

Homecoming 2026

Homecoming 2026

Check out scenes from the parade, Crimson Huddle pregame party, football game against Lock Haven, Crimson Court recognition, and IUP Marching Band performances in this Homecoming 2026 photo gallery.

AGES Department Research Featured on NPR's Here and Now Program

AGES Department Research Featured on NPR's Here and Now Program

AGES faculty recently participated in a project to identify portions of the Lake Erie bottom that could have been inhabited when the lake waters were lower.

Make Your Voice Heard! October 19 is Last Day to Register to Vote

Make Your Voice Heard! October 19 is Last Day to Register to Vote

Voter registration for November 3 elections closes on October 19.

S&T Bank Partners with IUP’s Lively Arts to Present Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

S&T Bank Partners with IUP’s Lively Arts to Present Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

S&T Bank and the Lively Arts at Indiana University of Pennsylvania are once again partnering to bring one of the world's great orchestras, the Grammy-winning Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, to IUP. The performance will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m. in Fisher Auditorium in the IUP Performing Arts Center.

Gentle Reminder: Informal Conversation Oct. 13, 11:00 a.m., Leonard Hall Lobby and Atrium

Gentle Reminder: Informal Conversation Oct. 13, 11:00 a.m., Leonard Hall Lobby and Atrium

The following was shared with students on October 13, 2026:

Impact 150: IUP Receives $2 Million to Support Undergraduate Parenting Students; Grant Extends Through 2030

Impact 150: IUP Receives $2 Million to Support Undergraduate Parenting Students; Grant Extends Through 2030

Indiana University of Pennsylvania has received $2 million to support student-parents through the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program.

IUP Cejka Planetarium Offering Program About Formation of Solar System, Oct. 20

IUP Cejka Planetarium Offering Program About Formation of Solar System, Oct. 20

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Cejka Planetarium in John J. and Char Kopchick Hall will host a program about the formation of the solar system on October 20 at 7:00 p.m. The planetarium shows are free and open to the community.

Sprowls Elevator Out of Service

Sprowls Elevator Out of Service

The following was shared with students on October 12, 2026:

IUP Celebrating International Education Week With Lunch Hour and Culture Fair, Naturalization Ceremony

IUP Celebrating International Education Week With Lunch Hour and Culture Fair, Naturalization Ceremony

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Office of International Education will host a number of events to celebrate national International Education Week, including an Oct. 16 naturalization ceremony welcoming 74 new American citizens.