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There’s still time to apply for IU Columbus and begin classes for Fall 2026!

Throughout the summer, IU Columbus is offering walk-in hours, giving students and families the chance to connect with admissions and financial aid staff, ask questions, and receive hands-on help with next steps. 👇

IU Columbus offers walk-in weeks and summer support There’s still time to apply for IU Columbus and begin classes for fall 2026.Throughout the summer, IU Columbus is offering walk-in hours, giving student...

There is still time to register for Big Red Glowout 👇

⛳ Come to golf. Come to dance. Come to laugh with friends under the lights. Big Red Glowout is all about community, fun, and supporting IU Columbus student-athletes.

Proceeds benefit the IU Columbus Athletic Scholarship Fund, which helps us recruit and retain over 300 exceptional student-athletes, strengthens our athletic program and student body, and builds a winning culture that reflects positively on our community.

Register for Big Red Glowout 👇

🔗 connect.myiu.org/index.cfm/events:register/home/eventId/24554

Congratulations to 2026 grad Officer Colton Ross on being sworn into the Columbus Police Department (Indiana) today!

Use this season to invest in your future self. IU Columbus Career Services is here to support you along the way.

Schedule a meeting with us 👇

🔗 https://columbus.iu.edu/campus-life/career-services/index.html

IU Columbus business students demonstrated their skills over the past semester during a global business simulation called Glo-Bus. During the simulation, participants managed virtual companies that manufacture and sell action cameras and drones worldwide, competing against more than 15,000 students managing 7,500 companies across the globe.

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Business students earn top rankings in worldwide competition IU Columbus business students demonstrated their skills over the past semester during a global business simulation called Glo-Bus. During the simulation, ...

🏆 Congratulations to the more than 200 graduates who were honored at Commencement on Tuesday!

2026 commencement speakers included:

Jay Gladden, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, IU Indianapolis

Reinhold Hill, Vice Chancellor and Dean, IU Columbus

Yasmin Vargas, IU Columbus Student Advisory Council Chair

Charlie Kramer, graduating student and Chancellor’s Scholar

Ashtyn Robinson, graduating student in the Mental Health Counseling master’s degree program, sang the national anthem.

Yasmin Vargas, IU Columbus Student Advisory Council Chair, told the graduates, “What you have earned today is more than just a degree. It represents the effort you invested, the knowledge you gained, and the determination that brought you to this very moment.”

IU Columbus Vice Chancellor and Dean Reinhold Hill recognized those who stood by and assisted the graduates during their journey, including faculty and staff, as well as the students’ families, loved ones and friends.

Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor of IU Indianapolis Jay Gladden delivered the keynote address. Congratulating the Class of 2026, he reminded graduates that this milestone is only the beginning of their story, and the resilience they’ve demonstrated will serve them well in the future. “You earned your seat here today, every single one of you,” Gladden said. “And you leave here today with something that no one can take away from you: an Indiana University degree.”

This year’s commencement celebration ceremony honored 213 students, representing 12 undergraduate degree pathways and two graduate programs. Those honored on May 12 completed their coursework in December 2025 or are expected to complete their programs in May or August 2026.

Seven students were recognized as 2026 Honors Program Scholars: LaShawnda Kirk, Carlie Morrill, Hiley Obermeyer, Jean Berber Souberbielle, Faith Sumpter, Kelsey Wischmeier and Ashlynn York.

🎓 Can't make Commencement in person? We're live streaming the celebration starting just before 10:00 a.m. 👇

IU Columbus Commencement Celebration: Events: Indiana University Broadcast: Indiana University IU Columbus Commencement Celebration

🏆 Congratulations to the 26 students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program who were honored during the pinning ceremony on Friday.

A pinning ceremony is a symbolic welcoming of newly graduated or soon-to-be graduated nurses into the profession. 👇

IU Columbus nursing students honored in pinning ceremony On May 8 in the Columbus Learning Center, Indiana University Columbus honored 26 students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program during a pin...

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from IU Columbus! 🍎✨

Thank you to all of the incredible teachers! We are especially grateful to the educators who mentor our future teachers through classroom opportunities and feedback. We couldn’t do it without you!

🏆 Congratulations to LaShawnda Kirk, Carlie Morrill, Hiley Obermeyer, Jean C. Berber Souberbielle, Faith Sumpter, Kelsey Wischmeier, and Ashlynn York on being recognized for their academic achievements with a Medallion tonight at the 2026 Honors Medallion Ceremony!