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October 22, 2026

What the Collegiate Purple Star Designation Means for Military Students

Due to its exceptional support for military-affiliated students and their families, Marian University has been recognized as a Tier 2 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana Institution during the 2025-26 school year.

October 15, 2026

Applying to Competitive Residencies as a Medical Student and Osteopath

What does it take to stand out when applying to a competitive medical residency? Marian University medical student Kapil Reddy shares insights from two Ascension St. Vincent physicians on board scores, audition rotations, and strategies to strengthen your application and improve your chances of matching into your desired specialty.

October 12, 2026

Associate degree vs. bachelor's degree: What’s the difference?

Choosing between an associate degree and a bachelor’s degree is an important decision when planning your education and career path. An associate degree typically takes two years to complete, while a bachelor’s degree takes about four years. While both degree options can prepare you for the future, they differ in length, coursework, cost, and career opportunities.

Recent Articles

November 06, 2026

10 questions every parent should ask on a college visit

As a parent, your student’s first college visit is an exciting and possibly nerve-wrecking experience. It is exciting because this is a major milestone not only for your child, but also for you as a parent.

November 06, 2026

10 ways to enjoy fall at Marian

Fall season is here at Marian, bringing cooler weather, colorful leaves, and plenty of reasons to enjoy this time of year!

November 04, 2026

Building Authentic Relationships: Peer Mentorship and Sensory-Friendly Experiences at Marian University

Learn how Marian University's Spectrum of Knights uses peer mentorship and sensory-friendly spaces to help autistic students build authentic relationships.

October 26, 2026

Inside St. Vincent's Transitional Year Residency Program

What makes a transitional year residency more than just a stepping stone to a medical specialty? Discover how Dr. Jennifer Mundell’s passion for teaching, commitment to resident well-being, and emphasis on hands-on clinical experience help prepare physicians for success.

October 23, 2026

Do you have to be catholic to attend a catholic university?

The short answer is no; you do not have to be of Catholic faith to attend a Catholic university. However, attending a Catholic university has many benefits and opportunities to provide students to explore and learn about faith, service, values, and community.

October 22, 2026

What the Collegiate Purple Star Designation Means for Military Students

Due to its exceptional support for military-affiliated students and their families, Marian University has been recognized as a Tier 2 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana Institution during the 2025-26 school year.

October 19, 2026

Our First Patients

Before caring for living patients, medical students learn from those who gave an extraordinary final gift. One MU-WCOM student reflects on the donors who became their “first patients” and left a lasting impact far beyond the anatomy lab.

October 15, 2026

Applying to Competitive Residencies as a Medical Student and Osteopath

What does it take to stand out when applying to a competitive medical residency? Marian University medical student Kapil Reddy shares insights from two Ascension St. Vincent physicians on board scores, audition rotations, and strategies to strengthen your application and improve your chances of matching into your desired specialty.

October 12, 2026

Shaping the Next Generation of Anesthesiologists

What does it take to become a skilled anesthesiologist and an effective leader in medicine? Dr. Jennifer L. Stewart shares how perseverance, perspective, and hands-on experience shaped her career and her approach to training the next generation of physicians.

October 12, 2026

Associate degree vs. bachelor's degree: What’s the difference?

Choosing between an associate degree and a bachelor’s degree is an important decision when planning your education and career path. An associate degree typically takes two years to complete, while a bachelor’s degree takes about four years. While both degree options can prepare you for the future, they differ in length, coursework, cost, and career opportunities.

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