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IU Northwest receives $3 million grant to increase retention and graduation rates, foster sense of community

IU Northwest receives $3 million grant to increase retention and graduation rates, foster sense of community In the last two years, the campus has received $8 million in funding due to its Hispanic Serving Institution designation Indiana University Northwest was recently awarded a $3 million grant from the Developing Hispanic Serving Institution (DHSI)...

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Valparaiso University Giving More Regional Scholars an Opportunity for Education

Valparaiso University Giving More Regional Scholars an Opportunity for Education Valparaiso University President José D. Padilla, J.D. reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to support students throughout the region.  At Ivy Tech Community College annual Chancellors’ Scholarship event on Oct. 6, 2022, he informed the...

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Purdue University Northwest appoints Veera Gnaneswar Gude as NiSource-Meyer Charitable Foundation Professor

Purdue University Northwest appoints Veera Gnaneswar Gude as NiSource-Meyer Charitable Foundation Professor Purdue University Northwest (PNW) announced Veera Gnaneswar Gude as the NiSource-Meyer Charitable Foundation Professor of Energy and the Environment following approval today (10/7) by the Purdue University Board of Trustees. Gude joined the...

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St. Mary Medical Center launches Intuitive Surgical Ion robotic-assisted program for advanced lung care

St. Mary Medical Center launches Intuitive Surgical Ion robotic-assisted program for advanced lung care St. Mary Medical Center has invested in advanced cancer care solutions and life-enhancing technology with the minimally invasive Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system. “Our goal is to advance screenings and medical care to reduce delays in...

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Franciscan Health Michigan City to sponsor fourth annual Bolt for the Heart race

Franciscan Health Michigan City to sponsor fourth annual Bolt for the Heart race Oct. 29 event to fund purchase of AEDs for local police vehicles Senior Indiana State Trooper Art “Artie” Smith was on patrol the day after Christmas 2021 just south of Elkhart when he was dispatched to a minor fender bender involving a driver...

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City of Valpo Receives AA Bond Rating from Standard & Poor’s and Exceptional Financial Statement Audit Report from State Board of Accounts

City of Valpo Receives AA Bond Rating from Standard & Poor’s and Exceptional Financial Statement Audit Report from State Board of Accounts The City of Valparaiso has retained its “AA/Stable” bond rating, based on the city’s strong  financial oversight, resources, and overall performance, according to an analysis conducted by  Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings. The rating...

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Northwest Health – La Porte offers community wellness education getting started with a plant-based diet

Northwest Health – La Porte offers community wellness education getting started with a plant-based diet Join clinical dietician Stephanie Thomas, MHA, BS, RD, CDCES, from Northwest Health – La Porte to learn a fun and practical approach to incorporating plant-based diet practices into your lifestyle. This free program will be held from 9 to...

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