2022 News Articles

December

Marian University First-Year Students Live the Franciscan Legacy

All Marian University first-year students got a chance to learn more about their faith as they took part in an on-campus first-year seminar...

Two Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Grads Shine as Chief Hospital Residents

Congratulations to Michael Skaletsky '20 DO, and Maria Russ '19 DO who are now 2022-23 chief residents of the Doctors Hospital Emergency...

Marian University's Ancilla College Student Success Story: Regan Watkins '26

Regan Watkins '26, a current first-year student at Marian University’s Ancilla College (MUAC), is pursuing a bachelor’s degree...

Marian University Associate Professor Awarded Career Champion Award

Colleen Doci, Ph.D. is a Marian University Shining Star as the first ever Career Champion Celebration award winner!

Marian University Klipsch Educator's College Senior Accepts Carmel Elementary Teaching Job

She accepted a job offer to teach at Towne Meadow Elementary School with Carmel Clay Schools where she's currently a student teacher.

Marian University Speech and Debate Team Triumphs in Second Tournament Win

They are continuing to dominate the competition as the Marian University speech and debate team won first place at the Tennessee Porch Swing...

November

Marian University’s E. S. Witchger School of Engineering Awarded Prestigious Clare Boothe Luce Grant

There is some tremendous news for Marian University’s E. S. Witchger School of Engineering. Starting in Fall 2023, a grant from the Henry...

Marian University Alumna Receives Grant based on Outstanding Research

Congratulations to recent Marian University Alumna Shana Cash '22. The masters of arts graduate was awarded $550,000 for a grant she wrote as...

Congratulations Aivry Gaynor '23

Kudos are in order for Aivry Gaynor '23 who won first place in the Global Engagement Office's Study Abroad Photo Contest.

Congratulations Hannah Snyder

Take a look and see why this photo from Hannah Snyder '25 won first place in the Study Abroad Photo Contest!

Marian University Student Anne '24 Hoffman Wins First Place

Anne Hoffman '24 has a story to tell in pictures as her photo won first place in Marian University's Global Engagement Office's...

Marian University Student Khadijah Guisse '24 Wins Top Photo Award

It was a favorite by many as Marian University's Khadijah Guisse '24 won top honors for her photo in the Study Abroad Photo Contest.

Marian University Students Strengthen Friendships with Franciscan Sisters

Some Marian University students who live in the Dorothy Day house on campus, decided to give back to the Franciscan sisters by helping enrich...

Marian University Alum Returns to Her Hometown as a New Family Medicine Physician

She's a graduate of the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine where her last two years in medical school were spent on clinical...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Government Association Hosts Successful Celebration of Wellness 5K Event

The Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Government Association hosted the annual event October 1, 2022 at the Major Taylor...

Marian University Assistant Professor Celebrated for her Published Work on Chronic Kidney Disease

Marian University is celebrating the hard work of Julia Hum, Ph.D., assistant professor of physiology and interim director of biomedical sciences...

Marian University Professor Michael Baumann '13 Celebrated for his Published Work

Michael Baumann '13, Ph.D, assistant professor of communication and assistant director of forensics recently had his work titled...

Marian University Assistant Professor Alexandra Tamerius Published in Top Chemistry Journal

Congratulations to Marian University's Assistant Professor Alexandra Tamerius, for her contribution to “Synthesis of the Candidate...

Marian University’s Ancilla College (MUAC) Hosts Blessing and Open House for its New High-Tech Simulation and Skills Laboratory

On Tuesday, Nov. 1, Marian University’s Ancilla College is hosting a blessing and open house for its new, state-of-the-art nursing simulation...

Marian University announces $500 million fundraising goal in support of strategic plan, raises record $2.7 million for student scholarships at annual gala

Marian University leaders, students, staff, faculty, and alumni came together last Friday, October 28, for the annual gala to announce the...

October

Marian University Medicine Student Also A Student Editor and Contributing Writer for Peer Publication

Marian University osteopathic medical student (OMS) Chad Childers '24 can add editor and contributing writer to his career background.

Shining Star Brandi Bullard Goes Above and Beyond

If this happened to you before where you felt panic, don't worry about it because all you need to do is reach out to Brandi Bullard,...

Marian University Professor Publishes Epilepsy and Seizure Work

Professor Medhane Cumbay, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Pharmacy is being praised for his published work during summer 2022.

Marian University's City Connects Program Expands to More Indiana Schools

Marian University's City Connects program is striving to do just that. The program has now expanded into nearly three dozen more schools...

Marian University Provost Awards Faculty and Staff for Service in Support of Academic Excellence

Four Marian University faculty and staff have been named recipients of the Provost’s Recognition Award for Service in Support of Academic...

Marian University Writing Center Students Go International

Marian University seniors Yvette Clemons,'23, and Valerie Fernandez, '23, undergraduate tutors in the Marian University Writing Center,...

Marian University Speech and Debate Team Champions in First 2022-2023 Tournament

The winning tradition continues for the 2022-2023 Marian University Speech and Debate Team, so much so that Program Director and Assistant...

Nursing Student Niyoka Ashford Shines at Marian University's Ancilla College

Niyoka Ashford is a Shining Star in her own right and realizing her dreams because of a change in Marian University Ancilla's nursing program.

Marian University's Executive Director of Latino Leadership Initiative Named an "Elevated Latinos Under 40"

Congratulations to Manuela Salazar, Marian University's executive director of the Latino Leadership Initiative! Salazar was selected by the...

September

Marian University strengthens its organizational structure by appointing Kenith Britt, Ph.D., to the newly-created position of chief operating officer and chancellor

Kenith Britt, Ph.D., has been appointed to the newly-created position of chief operating officer and chancellor to help the vision and mission of...

Marian University’s Ancilla College Announces Two Significant Gifts at Annual Scholarship Dinner

Marian University's Ancilla College (MUAC) celebrated the annual Changing Lives Scholarship Dinner on Thursday, September 22, at Swan Lake...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Alum Recognized as Outstanding Resident of the Year

Congratulations are in order for Marian University's College of Osteopathic Medicine Alum Craig Sewell, DO '17.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Brings Faith Community to Marian University Ancilla College

This year Marian University Ancilla College is partnering with FCA to bring the opportunity for Christ to the athletes on campus.

Marian University Honored for Exceptional Student Support Initiatives in Career Development

Marian University has been honored by Colleges of Distinction, an advocate for schools whose undergraduate experiences are grounded in a philosophy...

Marian University Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Festivities with Oranging of the Franciscan Heritage Fountain

So, with the pouring of orange dye, the Franciscan Heritage Fountain turned orange and the celebrations began.

Marian University Joins the Doctoral/Professional Carnegie Classification, Named Top 2 in Indiana for Social Mobility in U.S. News & World Report 2023 Rankings

Marian University has achieved a top ranking upon the its reclassification as a doctoral/professional university in a 2023 ranking.

Marian University Professor Aligns Undergraduate Human Resources Degree Program with Society for Human Resource Management

Congratulations to Marian University Assistant Professor of Human Resources Kathy Marra who aligned Marian's undergraduate degree program of...

Congratulations to Nancy (Shiro) Githere awarded an American Osteopathic Foundation Minority Scholarship

Third-year Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student, Nancy (Shiro) Githere, was awarded the American Osteopathic Foundation...

Ben Kopecky Selected Preliminary Intern at the Mayo Clinic

Kudos are in order for Ben Kopecky!

E.S. Witchger School of Engineering Silvia "Niky" Quezada Shares Inspiring Story

E. S. Witchger School of Engineering student Silvia "Niky" Quezada shares her journey of joining the inaugural class of engineering...

Boundaries, an Exhibition on Display at Marian University

Boundaries, an exhibition featuring artworks by Soulaf Abas, will be on display in the Marian University Art Gallery (MUAG) located in the Michael...

August

Marian University reaches new record with increase in its Fall 2022 undergraduate enrollment; welcomes first class of engineering students to its Indianapolis campus

Marian University is projecting nearly a double-digit percent increase in undergraduate enrollment for the Fall 2022 school year across all of its...

Marian University Pre-Med and College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Experience a Hospital Shadowing Internship in Germany

If you’re a Marian University student, you can be involved in a medical shadowing internship.

Marian University’s Klipsch Educators College and The Mind Trust partner to provide tuition assistance for teacher and school leader licensure programs

Marian University’s Fred S. Klipsch Educators College and The Mind Trust are partnering to significantly reduce the cost of teacher and...

Shining Star Luz Flores '16 Named Indianapolis Business Journal's "20 in their Twenties"

Luz Flores ‘16 is making a name for herself. She’s one of the honorees named in the Indianapolis Business Journal’s “20 in...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Roll Up Their Sleeves and Help Haughville Neighbors

It’s where almost 200 Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students and faculty prepped, scraped, painted, and hauled away...

College of Arts and Sciences Announce New Assistant Deans

Four new Marian University assistant deans are heading up Marian University’s College of Arts and Sciences, (CAS), in an effort to become...

July

Marian University Assistant Marketing Professor Lori Rumreich Receives Prestigious Open Educator Award

The Private Academic Library Network of Indiana (PALNI) has named 10 faculty members as recipients of the PALSave Open Educator Award for the...

Marian University Awarded Federal Grant to Build Study Abroad Capacity

Marian University was recently awarded an IDEAS grant and has been selected to receive funding support from the U.S. Department of the...

Incoming Shining Star Student Excited to Start at Marian University

It's a "dream come true" for incoming student Emily Murrey '25 of Mooresville, Indiana.

Incoming Shining Star Qujuan "QJ" Cannon Looking forward to College as a New Incoming Marian University Student

"It's funny, since I live so close, I know of Marian University, but I had no idea I would consider coming here."

Marian University’s Center for Vibrant Schools Hires First Director of Literacy Programs, Anne Elsener, Ph.D.

The Center for Vibrant Schools at Marian University has hired its first-ever Director of Literacy Programs, Anne Elsener, Ph.D.

Congratulations to Professor Guang Xu, Ph.D. on a recent publication

Congratulations to Professor Guang Xu, Ph.D. on recent publication, "A Murine Model of Waning Scrub Typhus Cross-Protection between...

Celebrating Marian University's Professor Catherine Steding, Ph.D. on her published article

Congratulations to Marian University's Professor Catherine Steding, Ph.D. on recent article explaining Loeys-Dietz Syndrome.

Kudos are in order for Shawn Royer, Ph.D., on her recent publication

We're pleased to announce to Marian University Professor Shawn Royer, Ph.D. is featured in the recent publication entitled, "David Baker:...

Two Marian University Professors' recent work published in Anatomical Sciences in Education

Congratulations to Professor Sumathi Sakthi-Velavan and Professor Sarah Zahl, Ph.D. on their recent publication entitled, "Integration of...

Three Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Place First in Poster Awards

Kudos are in order for three Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students, Chandler Dykstra '25, Emma Dwenger '25, and...

Incoming Shining Star Ava Kalscheur '25 Excited about Attending Marian University

New incoming first year student Ava Kalscheur '25 has family connections here at Marian University, and looked at other colleges and...

Congratulations to Dr. Joyce Horton and Dr. Patrick McVey for their new compliance program appointments

Congratulations to Joyce Horton, Ph.D., and Patrick McVey, Ph.D., as both individuals have accepted the invitation to serve as the Research...

Congratulations to Dan Gelfman, MD.

Congratulations to Dr. Dan Gelfman on the recent publication of a manuscript that appeared in the journal Hektoen International in February.

Congratulations to Rob Denton, Ph.D

Congratulations to Rob Denton, Ph.D. on the recent work and collaboration with investigators at Colorado State University and University of...

Congratulations to Arthur Canales, D. Min., C.P.C

Congratulations to Marian University's Professor of Pastoral Theology and Ministry Arthur Canales for publishing a book titled "Pastoral...

Congratulations to Paul Bible, Ph.D., for his recent publication

Congratulations to Marian University Professor Paul Bible, Ph.D., on completing the recent publication, "A New Way to Trace SARS-CoV-2...

Congratulations Mitch Huppert-Sports Information Director of the Year

For the second year in a row, congratulations to Mitch Huppert!

Congratulations to Colleen Doci, Ph.D.

Congratulations to Professor Colleen, Ph.D, on the recent work completed in collaboration with investigators at Texas Tech University and...

Congratulations to KC Chan-Brose

Congratulations to Marian University's KC Chan-Brose on her recent publication, "Listening Across: A Cultural Rhetorics Approach to...

Jay County, Indiana native and double amputee Evan Mathias to compete in the inaugural U.S. Adaptive Open

Evan Mathias was born with congenital defects to both legs and has been on prosthetics since he was one year old.

Congratulations to Rachel Brown, Ph.D.

Congratulations to Marian University Professor Rachel Brown, Ph.D., who co-edited the April edition of John Brougham's Columbus Burlesque,...

Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation awards $5 million grant to Marian University to fill critical gaps in Central Indiana’s engineering workforce

Grant will support the launch of Marian University's new E. S. Witchger School of Engineering, which will focus on increasing the number of...

Immersive and Hands-On Technical Experiences Allow Area High School Students a Glimpse into a Day in the Engineering Profession

INnovations Engineering Camp - a one-week camp that provides interactive, hands-on, and high-tech experiences for high school sophomores, juniors,...

June

Marian University’s Missionary Disciples Institute Prepares High School Students as Missionary Leaders

High Schoolers were “sponge-like,” eager to learn with excitement in their eyes. It was Missionary Disciples Institute.

Marian University Ancilla Wins Ball Brothers Foundation Grant

Marian University Ancilla is one of four Indiana Independent college winners of the 2022 Ball Brothers Foundation Venture Fund competitive grant...

Mock Networking and Blessing for 2023 Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Preparing for Match Season

But it’s not as stressful for almost 150 Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students who, for the first time in two years, got...

Kyle Hattenburg promoted to Assistant Vice President for Health Professions Enrollment Management at Marian University

Marian University has announced the promotion of Kyle Hattenburg to Assistant Vice President for Health Professions Enrollment Management.

Jessica Morales Maust promoted to Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management for Marian University

Marian University has announced the promotion of Jessica Morales Maust to Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management for the university.

Marian University Awards $600,000 in Scholarships to Outstanding Students in the inaugural class of its new E. S. Witchger School of Engineering

Marian University has awarded three full-tuition and four $10,000 scholarships – a total of $600,000 over four years – to outstanding...

Two Marian University Psychologists Address When Upsetting Current Events Shake Kids’ Worlds in National Geographic Magazine Story

And yet, after the news that an 18-year-old man murdered at least 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, many...

Marian University Hosts Indiana Latino Institute Program Interns

They are eager Latino students looking for real-world experiences as they gain assistance from the Indiana Latino Institute (ILI) staff who guide...

Two Marian University Engineering Students Interning with Former Race Car Driver Al Unser Jr.’s Future Star Racing Program

Part of the winning team assisting those drivers are two Marian University engineering students Kim Graham ’23 and Ryan McIntyre ’24.

Elizabeth A. Coit, Executive Director of Marian University’s Walker Center for Applied Ethics, appointed to the Board of Directors for the International Association for Practical and Professional Ethics

The Executive Director for Marian University’s Walker Center for Applied Ethics, Elizabeth A. Coit, has been appointed to the Association for...

Marian University’s E. S. Witchger School of Engineering receives approval from the Higher Learning Commission

Marian University’s new E. S. Witchger School of Engineering has received formal approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the...

May

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Serving as Student Doctors at HealthLinc

This next step for Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students Ryan Fernandes ‘25 and Eric Lakomek ’25 means their...

Student Profile: Meet Jacob Wood of Marian University Ancilla

My family brought me to Marian University’s Ancilla College as my next step toward a future career after high school.

Marian University Alum Christina Fontana '13 Climbs to New Heights After Giving the Gift of Life

Marian University Alum Christina Fontana '13 isn't letting being a living donor stop her from reaching new heights. She set her sights on...

Marian University Awards Record 1,125 Degrees at Commencement Ceremonies

Marian University awarded a record 1,125 degrees at its commencement ceremonies the weekend of May 6–8, 2022, at its Indianapolis and...

Marian University Junior Wins Fund for Education Abroad Scholarship

Valerie Fernandez Gonzalez ’23 is brushing up on her French language skills after being awarded a Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) scholarship

Marian University Students, Faculty, and Staff Send Discussion Topics to Pope Francis

“The Pope Is Listening and So Are We!” That’s the slogan of the Marian University Campus Ministry Council’s efforts to...

Marian University College of Medicine Students Win Statewide Awards

Marian University recently hosted the 12th Annual Meeting of the Indiana Physiological Society.

Marian University Senior Receives Prestigious National Science Foundation Research Fellowship

Marian University’s Grace McIntyre ’22 will get an impressive jump start on her graduate studies. She recently won the National Science...

Marian University Students and Faculty Roll Up Their Sleeves to Help 82-Year-Old Longtime Neighbor

Modeling that firsthand, students, and faculty from Marian’s social work and engineering programs partnered with NeighborLink, a free home...

Marian University Ancilla Chargers Unveil New Athletic Brand Logo

Marian University’s Ancilla College is proud to announce the new Chargers Athletics logo.

Hannah Melton named Autism Program Coordinator at Marian University’s OneAmerica Personalized Learning Center

Hannah Melton has been named as the Autism Coordinator at the OneAmerica Personalized Learning Center at Marian University.

April

WISH-TV 8 Sports Director Anthony Calhoun and Marian University Cycling Coach Dean Peterson Recognized at Marian's 2022 Clayton Family Circle of Honor Event

WISH-TV 8 Sports Director Anthony “A.C.” Calhoun was inducted into the Marian University 2022 Clayton Family Circle of Honor, and...

Marian University Junior Named Prestigious Goldwater Scholar

Marian University’s Katherine Stegemann ’23 is the recipient of one of the most prestigious undergraduate scholarships in natural...

Marian University Student Selected for Prestigious Fulbright Scholarship

If you’ve ever traveled abroad, you might have dreamt about what it would be like to live and work abroad. For Marian University students...

Two Marian University Students Selected as 500 Festival Princesses

Meet Marian University’s Madeline Worcester ’23 and Katherine Grabowski ‘22, both named 500 Festival Princesses and advocates for...

Women in Art of Marian University

Women in Art of Marian University is an exhibition, showcasing art and designs created by majors and minors in the Marian University Department of...

Marian University Students Victorious at Certified Financial Analyst Competition

Four Marian University students emerged victorious in the Indiana competition for the 2022 Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute Research...

High School Students Explore Healthcare Career Options at Marian University’s Interactive Summer Healthcare Camp

Marian University announces its second annual Healthcare Camp scheduled for June 20-24, 2022.

Byrum Marketing Students Rack Up Awards at International Marketing Conference

Byrum School of Business students brought home multiple awards in their inaugural appearance at the American Marketing Association (AMA)...

March

Marian University’s Speech and Debate Team Earns Top Five Spot Nationally

Marian University’s Speech and Debate team are all smiles after placing fourth nationally in the speech and debate competition March 9-12,...

Marian University Social Work Program Receives Well-Deserved Program Accreditation

The Council on Social Work Education has recognized Marian’s baccalaureate social work programs exceptional as the Commission on...

Marian University Launches New K-12 Private School, Offers Flexible, Faith-Focused Learning Across Indiana

Indiana families looking for a flexible, faith-focused learning experience can now enroll in Marian University Preparatory School, a new...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students take the next big step, learn where their residency training will begin

The graduating class of Marian University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine conducted its own “Draft Day” celebration on March 18...

Marian University Freshman Recognized for Girl Scout’s Highest Honor

That’s what Marian University Freshman Mikayla Jette ’24 could say. She’s recognized for the Girl Scout’s highest honor:...

Clayton Family Circle Honor Induction Dinner and Wall of Fame Honors Marian University Cycling Coach and WISH-TV 8’s Sports Director Anthony Calhoun

Marian University’s 13th Annual Clayton Family Circle of Honor Award has selected Anthony “A.C.” Calhoun to its top award while...

February

Binh Tran, Ph.D., Dean of Marian University’s E. S. Witchger School of Engineering, Named Biomedical Engineering Program Evaluator for the Global Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology

Binh Q. Tran, Ph.D., dean of the E. S. Witchger School of Engineering at Marian University, has been named a Biomedical Engineering Program...

Breathtaking Stained-Glass Windows Arrive at Marian University’s St. Joseph Chapel

They are the new stained-glass windows in the Marian University’s St. Joseph Chapel attached to Caito-Wagner Hall.

Amanda Bell, Ph.D., named Assistant Director of the OneAmerica Personalized Learning Center at Marian University

Amanda Bell, Ph.D., has been named assistant director of the OneAmerica Personalized Learning Center at Marian University.

Allison Transmission Makes Investment in Marian University’s New School of Engineering

Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions and the largest global...

Former Marian University Graduate Hired as New Executive Director for University Ministry

Scott McNamee ’05 has returned to serve as the new executive director for university ministry.

Marian University Named College of Distinction as a Graduate University

This year Marian has been named a 2021-22 College of Distinction recipient as a doctoral/professional university.

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Has Future Careers as a Physician and Singer-Songwriter

What are the chances a future physician could also be a singer-songwriter headlining at the Carmel Palladium?

Plymouth Tri Kappa Setting up Promenade to Prom at Marian University's Ancilla College

After a year off due to COVID, the Plymouth Tri Kappa Promenade to Prom will return to provide free prom dresses to young ladies in the area on...

Marian University’s Byrum School of Business Named Top 10 Best Catholic Undergraduate Business Schools

Marian named one of the best undergraduate business schools.

Klipsch Educators College Senior Kate Cunningham ‘22 Feels at Home in the Natural World

Kate Cunningham ‘22 may have the inside track for a teaching and coaching career, but she’s also thinking outside the classroom.

January

Marian University Women’s Basketball Point Guard Juggles Motherhood as a College Athlete

It hasn't been easy, but juggling new motherhood rarely is. Couple that with being a Marian University basketball standout student-athlete,...

Meet Marian University's College of Osteopathic Medicine's Student Researcher of the Year—Ashley Orr

It is a tremendous honor as we celebrate and congratulate Marian University Medical Student Ashley Daniel Orr.

Juried Student Exhibition and Alumni Exhibition to Be On Display in the Marian University Art Gallery

The Marian University Department of Art and Design Juried Student Exhibition, juried by Calcango Cullen, will be on display in the Marian...