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Cyber Warriors make history with sixth-place finish at national championship
April 28, 2025
Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, finished a university-best sixth place at the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) national championship Saturday in San Antonio, Texas. The accomplishment comes a year after the Cyber Warriors set a school record with a 10th-place finish in last year’s final. First place went to the University of […]
Avancez partners with Indiana Tech to offer onsite education program for its Team Members
April 22, 2025
Avancez’s Fort Wayne, Indiana facility has partnered with Indiana Tech to launch EDGE (Educate, Develop, Grow, Excel), a ground-breaking, on-site education program designed to advance workforce development and provide Team Members new pathways to career growth. Through the Avancez EDGE program, participants have the opportunity to earn an undergraduate certificate in Production Management from Indiana […]
Indiana Tech earns Top 10 Gold designation as a Military Friendly School
April 14, 2025
Indiana Tech has been designated a Military Friendly® School for 2025-26 by Viqtory, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community. More […]
New Pacesetter MBA helps students boost their careers while saving time and money
April 8, 2025
Indiana Tech is launching a new, faster, lower-cost pathway for students to earn a high-quality MBA degree. Starting this summer at the beginning of the 2025-26 academic year, the university’s new Pacesetter MBA will enable students to earn an in-demand credential in just 12 months, for a total tuition cost of just $11,000. The Pacesetter […]
Indiana Tech purchases Building 36 on Electric Works campus
March 24, 2025
Indiana Tech has completed its purchase of Building 36 on the Electric Works campus in Fort Wayne, a key step in establishing a home for Junction 36, the university’s new advanced manufacturing innovation center initiative. Indiana Tech first announced the Junction 36 initiative in August 2024 when it received a 5-year, $21 million grant from […]
Cyber Warriors win CCDC Regional; earn second straight trip to nationals!
March 17, 2025
For a second straight year, Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, is heading to the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition national championship. The Cyber Warriors earned their spot on Saturday by winning the Erich J. Spengler CCDC Midwest Regional title—the university’s fifth. They advance to the national competition, which is April 25 through 27 […]
Indiana Tech named a top regional employer for women
March 13, 2025
Indiana Tech has been recognized as a Women in the Workplace Silver Partner by the Women’s Fund of Greater Fort Wayne. The honor was presented during the organization’s 2025 Women in the Workplace luncheon on March 12. Indiana Tech earned Silver Partner-status for initiatives related to leadership, benefits and policies, and recruitment and retention. “Indiana […]
Regional Women in CyberSecurity event at Tech on March 22
March 11, 2025
On Saturday, March 22, from 3 to 5 p.m., Indiana Tech will host the kickoff meeting of the Northern Indiana affiliate of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Register here: ind.tc/pggj. This meet-and-greet event will be in Andorfer Commons on the Indiana Tech campus, 1600 E. Washington Blvd. Whether you’re a student, a professional in the field or […]
Indiana Tech introduces Doctor of Business Administration degree program
February 27, 2025
Indiana Tech is launching a new addition to its doctoral program offerings. Starting this summer, students can pursue a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) online at Indiana Tech. This program is designed for professionals who are eager to build on their leadership skills and drive change within their organizations. Indiana Tech’s new DBA program stands […]
Thank you for your support of Indiana Tech!
February 19, 2025
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, students, faculty, staff, friends, family and alumni took part in Indiana Tech’s Day of Giving! In an remarkable display of generosity, 380 donors gave nearly $103,020 to the university. The Warrior Nation thanks you for supporting the people, places and programs that make us great. You can still give at dayofgiving.indianatech.edu.
Business and philanthropic leader Dick Schul to be 2025 commencement speaker
February 14, 2025
Longtime business leader and philanthropist Mr. Richard “Dick” Schul will be Indiana Tech’s commencement speaker during the university’s annual commencement celebration on Saturday, May 10, at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne. Mr. Schul is a longtime organizational leader who conducted business in over 60 countries worldwide throughout his career. Born and raised […]
Indiana Tech names Nate Cheviron executive director of Junction 36
February 3, 2025
Indiana Tech has named Nate Cheviron as executive director of Junction 36, its new advanced manufacturing innovation center initiative under development at Electric Works in Fort Wayne. Cheviron will begin his service at the university on Feb. 10. In his role as executive director, he will lead the development of community partnerships, the programs and […]
Indiana Tech’s Cyber Warriors win 11th straight state title
January 27, 2025
Indiana Tech’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, bested Purdue University West Lafayette and Rose Hullman Institute of Technology on Saturday to win its 11th straight Indiana Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC). Indiana Tech has been the state’s top collegiate cyber defense team since Feb. 7, 2015, and has won the Indiana CCDC 18 times […]
University’s Black Excellence Association earns community honor
January 21, 2025
Indiana Tech’s Black Excellence Association has earned the President’s Award from the Martin Luther King Jr. Club (MLK Club) for its impactful work within the Fort Wayne community. Members from this university student organization were on hand to receive the award Monday during the 39th Annual Dr. King Unity Day Celebration at the Parkview Mirro Center. […]
Givan earns MLK honor from Indiana Civil Rights Commission
January 15, 2025
Lisa Givan, vice president for culture, community and impact at Indiana Tech, has earned the Indiana Civil Rights Commission’s (ICRC) Rev. Charles Williams Award for 2025. Givan’s award is one of several that will be presented to individuals who follow in the footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in pursuit of equality, social justice […]
Students and parents, there are so many ways to visit Indiana Tech
December 26, 2024
Okay, students. You still have plenty of holiday break time left before you head back to finish your high school year. Now is the time to look into Indiana Tech as your college destination for fall 2025! From one-on-one visits to specialized events, Indiana Tech has created so many ways you can experience our beautiful […]
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King here on Jan. 23, 2025
December 2, 2024
Join Indiana Tech in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during its annual community celebration breakfast on Thursday, Jan 23, 2025, beginning at 8 a.m. The celebration will be held inside the Snyder Academic Center’s Multi-Flex Theater on the Indiana Tech campus, 1600 E. Washington Blvd. This event is open […]
Biggs becomes Indiana Tech’s all-time winningest women’s basketball coach
November 27, 2024
Coach Jessie Biggs became Indiana Tech’s all-time winningest women’s basketball coach after the Warriors 92-61 win over the University of Michigan-Dearborn Wolverines inside the Schaefer Center on Tuesday evening. Biggs, now in her 13th season as coach of the Warriors, has a career record of 302-101, surpassing Gary Cobb, who coached from 1989 to 2004 […]
Indiana Tech recognized for its commitment to international education
November 18, 2024
Indiana Tech has been awarded a seal of excellence from the Institute of International Education (IIE)’s Open Doors for 75 years of participation in its annual survey. Open Doors released its data today, the first day of International Education Week, which is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department […]
Explore careers in criminal justice here on Nov. 20
November 8, 2024
Are you interested in a career in criminal justice or would you like to attend law school? Find all the information you need at Indiana Tech’s annual Criminal Justice Career Fair on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is in the Seitz Conference Center on the second floor of Indiana Tech’s […]
Indiana Tech’s SHRM chapter earns prestigious honor
October 7, 2024
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest HR professional society representing 340,000 members in 180 countries, honored Indiana Tech’s SHRM student chapter with a 2023-24 Superior Merit Award. The annual Superior Merit Award program recognizes chapters for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its student chapter members. It began in 1972 […]
Indiana Tech dedicates new center for engineering and computer science programs
October 4, 2024
Indiana Tech has completed a major expansion and renovation of the Zollner Engineering Center on its main campus in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The university dedicated the $21.5 million project on Oct. 4, 2024 as part of its annual homecoming celebration for alumni, students and community members. The project nearly doubled the size of the prior […]
Indiana Tech, Fort Wayne Community Schools partnership is game-changing for prospective local college students
September 18, 2024
Next week—Sept. 23 through 27—is Indiana College GO! College Application Week. College GO! is an Indiana Commission on Higher Education initiative dedicated to helping Hoosier students find the right college for them. It gives students options to research schools and visit campuses, and then guides them through the steps of preparing and applying for college. […]
Mathematics professor Burke earns 2024 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation
September 9, 2024
Crysta Burke, assistant professor of mathematics, was named the winner of Indiana Tech’s 2024 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation. She received her award during Indiana Tech’s convocation ceremony on Aug. 28. The Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation was established in 2008 by community supporter and owner of Leepoxy Plastics, Larry Lee. It is given annually […]
Indiana Tech earns $1 million grant to assist students pursuing computer-related degrees
August 29, 2024
Indiana Tech has received a $1 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) that will make pursuing a bachelor’s degree at the university in a computing-related field possible for low-income domestic students. The announcement came in June after the NSF approved Indiana Tech proposal entitled Developing Industry and Innovation Scholars in the Midwest. […]
Free career-focused speaker series starts in September; all are welcome
August 27, 2024
Indiana Tech’s McMillen Library is presenting the Field Insights Speaker Series this academic year. These free presentations gives Indiana Tech students, staff, faculty and the Fort Wayne community an opportunity to explore various career paths. Our speakers are local professionals from a wide array of fields providing insights into what their job entails. The first […]
Indiana Tech receives $21 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
August 5, 2024
Indiana Tech has received a $21 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its initiative, College and Community Collaboration (CCC). With the support from the grant, Indiana Tech will collaborate with a range of community and corporate partners to establish a new advanced manufacturing and innovation center located on the Electric Works campus in Fort […]
Indiana Tech, City Colleges of Chicago partnership creates seamless pathway to a bachelor’s degree
August 5, 2024
Indiana Tech and City Colleges of Chicago have partnered to offer an articulation agreement that will make it easier and more affordable for City Colleges students to take the next step in their educational journeys. Effective Aug. 5, 2024, City Colleges students who have successfully completed an associate degree can seamlessly transfer into a bachelor’s […]
Theresa Law selected as new Vice President for Institutional Advancement
July 29, 2024
Indiana Tech has named Theresa (Terri) Law as its new Vice President for Institutional Advancement. Law will begin her service at the university on Sept. 3. In her role as vice president, she will oversee Indiana Tech’s fundraising and alumni relations efforts, leading the Office for Institutional Advancement team in its work to build support […]
Leading HR organization lauds Indiana Tech’s HR curriculum
July 23, 2024
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has endorsed the curriculum for Indiana Tech’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration concentrating in human resources through December 2028. SHRM is the world’s largest HR professional society, representing more than 340,000 members in 180 countries, and is considered the industry leader in HR professional development. Its endorsement […]
Dr. Crystal Thomas and Dr. Jeffrey Witte elected to Indiana Tech board of trustees
July 18, 2024
Indiana Tech’s board of trustees elected two new members to the board at its most recent quarterly meeting. Dr. Crystal B. Thomas and Dr. Jeffrey H. Witte were elected to the university’s governing board to begin their service with the start of Indiana Tech’s new academic year on July 1, 2024. Dr. Thomas is a […]
Alliance with MedCerts broadens educational pathways for those pursuing careers in allied health and IT
July 10, 2024
Indiana Tech is partnering with MedCerts, an online training provider focused on certifications in allied health care and IT, to transform educational opportunities for students pursuing advanced degrees. Through this collaborative alliance, students who have completed MedCerts certifications can transfer up to 30 credit hours toward an Indiana Tech degree program. “We are thrilled to […]
Indiana Tech’s award-winning L.E.A.D. Executive Certificate program is accepting registrations for fall cohort
July 9, 2024
Registration for the fall cohort of Indiana Tech’s Leveraging Engagement and Action in Diversity (L.E.A.D.) Executive Certificate program is underway. The first two sessions of the six-session cohort are Wednesday, Oct. 9, and Thursday, Oct. 10. The L.E.A.D. program is a collaboration between Indiana Tech’s Ph.D. in Global Leadership program, part of its College of […]
Society of Manufacturing Engineers recognizes Indiana Tech
July 3, 2024
For a third straight year, Indiana Tech’s chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) has been awarded Silver status. SME is an association of professionals, educators and students committed to promoting and supporting the manufacturing industry. To attain this status, university chapters must show acumen in professional development, communications, advancement of manufacturing and merit. Indiana Tech’s chapter […]
Dr. Lucy Yang chosen as new dean of the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences
June 24, 2024
Indiana Tech has named Dr. Xiaoli (Lucy) Yang as its new dean of the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences. Dr. Yang will begin her service at the university on Sept. 1, 2024. Dr. Yang comes to Indiana Tech from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut, where she serves as professor and chair of the […]
Indiana Tech and Wittenberg University partner on new dual-degree program
June 6, 2024
Indiana Tech and Wittenberg University of Springfield, Ohio have partnered to launch a new dual-degree program that will enable students to earn a B.A. in physics from Wittenberg and a B.S. in engineering from Indiana Tech. Administered through Wittenberg’s Department of Physics, the new five-year program gives Wittenberg students a competitive advantage as it combines the […]
This year’s Innovation Challenge teams focus on helping mankind
May 23, 2024
Indiana Tech’s Innovation Challenge has been giving students a platform to showcase their great business ideas against fellow student entrepreneurs since 2021. This spring’s competition was stocked with teams that shared a focus on making life better for mankind. Four teams were rewarded for their innovative ideas with funding that will help them move their […]
Dr. Drapala earns Faculty of the Year honors for 2023-24
May 14, 2024
Dr. Sharon Drapala, Indiana Tech associate professor of biology, was recognized as the university’s Faculty of the Year on May 10. Dr. Drapala joined Indiana Tech in 2022 to lead its health science degree program, which prepares students for a wide array of in-demand health careers and additional education that is necessary to pursue more […]
Cyber Warriors end season as 10th-best cyber defense team in the nation
May 1, 2024
Indiana Tech’s Cyber Warriors, the university’s cyber defense team, completed its Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) season ever over the weekend with a 10th-place finish at the national competition in San Antonio, Texas. For the small-but-mighty Cyber Warriors, it’s the highest national ranking the squad has ever achieved and it finds itself standing among giants […]
IACBE Recognizes the College of Business for its Commitment to Continuous Improvement
April 27, 2024
Indiana Tech’s College of Business programming is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), the leader in mission-driven and outcomes-based programmatic accreditation in business and business-related education for colleges, universities and other higher education institutions. In the IACBE’s April 2024 assessment of Indiana Tech’s College of Business, it noted our business programs […]