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Impact 150: $4 Million Gifted by Pittsburgh Area Foundation to IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

Impact 150: $4 Million Gifted by Pittsburgh Area Foundation to IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

A Pittsburgh area foundation has gifted $4 million to Indiana University of Pennsylvania for IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine—bringing IUP’s Impact 150 comprehensive fundraising campaign to more than $114.5 million, or 76.34 percent of its $150 million goal.

IUP Emerging Student Leaders Selected for National Leadership Institute Present to IUP Council of Trustees

IUP Emerging Student Leaders Selected for National Leadership Institute Present to IUP Council of Trustees

Two emerging student leaders at Indiana University of Pennsylvania who have been selected to participate in a national leadership program by members of the IUP Division of Student Affairs leadership team were introduced to the IUP Council of Trustees at its meeting on May 7.

IUP Council of Trustees Endorse Tuition and Fees for Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

IUP Council of Trustees Endorse Tuition and Fees for Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

On May 7, Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Council of Trustees endorsed IUP President Michael Driscoll’s recommendation for tuition and fees for students enrolling in IUP’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree program in IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

IUP Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree Program Approved by Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Chancellor

IUP Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree Program Approved by Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Chancellor

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree program has been approved by the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Chancellor Chris Fiorentino.

Impact 150: Graduates Continue Support of IUP With Gift to Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

Impact 150: Graduates Continue Support of IUP With Gift to Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

Two alumni of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Jere Cowden and Sharon Tahl Cowden, have continued their long-time support for IUP with a gift to support IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Team, IUP Faculty Members, Administrators are Invited Presenters for Appalachian Regional Commission Conference

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Team, IUP Faculty Members, Administrators are Invited Presenters for Appalachian Regional Commission Conference

Members of Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine leadership team and IUP faculty members Rick Adkins and John Benhart were invited presenters for the Appalachian Regional Commission “Network Appalachia” meeting, showcasing the region’s experts on transportation, robotics, economic development, and emerging technologies.

IUP, Sharon Regional Health System Announce Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Future Students

IUP, Sharon Regional Health System Announce Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Future Students

Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Sharon Regional Health System have announced a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

Impact 150: IUP Alumnus Donates $1 Million for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine; Campaign at More than $102 Million

Impact 150: IUP Alumnus Donates $1 Million for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine; Campaign at More than $102 Million

Terry A. Serafini, a 1961 mathematics education and physics education graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania from Pittsburgh, has gifted IUP $1 million for IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Founding Dean Is Part of National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Workshop on Medical Training and Education

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Founding Dean Is Part of National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Workshop on Medical Training and Education

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine Founding Dean Miko Rose recently served as a member of the planning committee on healthcare training and affordability for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Professor of Anthropology Presents Program on Medical Anthropology to IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Steering Committee, Team

Professor of Anthropology Presents Program on Medical Anthropology to IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Steering Committee, Team

Indiana University of Pennsylvania professor of anthropology Abigail Adams presented a program on medical anthropology, disease theory systems, and the Appalachian region, of which Indiana is included, to the leadership team and steering committee of IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

IUP, Mountains Health Formalize Strategic Collaboration

IUP, Mountains Health Formalize Strategic Collaboration

On January 30, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Mountains Health formalized the establishment of a collaboration designed to advance the health and wellness of the region, focusing on addressing rural healthcare needs.

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Founding Associate Dean Recognized by National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners

IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Founding Associate Dean Recognized by National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners

Founding Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Graduate Medical Education Ryan Smith, a member of Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine administrative team, has been honored by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners.

IUP's Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine: 2025 Year in Review

IUP's Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine: 2025 Year in Review

Since IUP's Council of Trustees approved exploring the possible development of a college of osteopathic medicine at IUP in December 2022, the project has moved forward on all fronts. Here's a look back at news about this exciting project during 2025.

IUP Council of Trustees Approve Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine Program, Authorize Sending Program to State System Chancellor

IUP Council of Trustees Approve Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine Program, Authorize Sending Program to State System Chancellor

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Council of Trustees approved the Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine program, which would be offered through IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

IUP, Indiana County Coroner’s Office Announce Pre-Clinical Training Agreement for Future Students at IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

IUP, Indiana County Coroner’s Office Announce Pre-Clinical Training Agreement for Future Students at IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

On Wednesday, December 10, Indiana University of Pennsylvania and the Indiana County Coroner’s Office formalized a pre-clinical training agreement for future students at IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

IUP, Clarks Summit State Hospital Announce Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Future Students

IUP, Clarks Summit State Hospital Announce Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Future Students

Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Clarks Summit State Hospital have announced a clinical training affiliation agreement for future students at IUP’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.