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Three Indiana University South Bend students have been selected for the 2023-2025 Indiana Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Scholars Program.   Nursing students Layahnna Bond, Brooklynn Ciesiolka and Gage Ratkay will take part in the two-year program. It’s designed for students who have a drive to provide care in rural and medically underserved communities in Indiana.   Bond, Ciesiolka and Ratkay will complete online learning modules and take part in field experiences…

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The South Bend Regional Chamber of Commerce recently honored two Indiana University South Bend alumni, one current student, and two Advisory Board members as 2023 Michiana Forty under 40. According to the Chamber, “Michiana Forty under 40 shines a spotlight on 40 of the region's most talented, bright and dedicated young executives, leaders, professionals, employees and adults who demonstrate career success and community engagement, all before the age of 40." …

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Sarah Farrough just completed her sophomore year in IU South Bend’s School of Education. She is also a member of the Honors Program, and one of the benefits of participation is the opportunity to attend conferences such as the one held in Indianapolis in April by the Mid-East Honors Association.  Students from the honors programs at several universities gave presentations at the event, and Farrough took home a second-place creative…

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During his time as a student at Indiana University South Bend, Christian Martinez has been a familiar face to his peers as a highly engaged campus leader, through his service with the Student Government Association, particularly as this academic year’s student body president, as well as involvement with the Political Science Club, Honors Club, and the American Democracy Project.  As the 2023 student commencement speaker, Christian Martinez will represent his…

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Graduate student Hope Huss came to Indiana University South Bend to pursue a master’s degree in social work to help positively impact the lives of others in the future. "I am most looking forward to working with people. I love to get to know people and help them in any way I can,” says Hope. “I am personally passionate about doing therapy for those struggling with mental health. I feel…

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