2024 News Articles

June

Marian University announces Tobin (Toby) McClamroch as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees

Marian University has announced that Tobin (Toby) McClamroch has been appointed the new Chair of its Board of Trustees, effective July 1, 2024.

Fred S. Klipsch Educators College Director of Recruitment Selected for Prestigious Fellowship

Marian University is proud to announce Marlon Llewellyn, MBA, Director of Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships for the Fred S. Klipsch Educators...

Marian University Alum a Shining Star in His Selection as a New York Orthopaedic Surgeon

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) is excited to announce that a distinguished alum has achieved a notable accomplishment...

May

Fourteen Indiana Women’s Prison Graduates Receive Marian University Degrees

During an inspiring ceremony at the Indiana Women's Prison on May 23, 2024, fourteen individuals proudly received their Associate of Arts and...

Marian University Preparatory School Expands to Serve Students in all 50 States

Marian University Preparatory School (MU Prep) is expanding enrollment options to include students in grades K-12 in all 50 states.

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Alumnus Shines bright in Orthopaedic Surgery

Congratulations to Ryan Beeker, DO '18, on his outstanding achievement of being matched into the Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at the Unite...

Fred Glass and Ted Karras Jr. recognized at the Marian University 2024 Clayton Family Circle of Honor event

Fred Glass, president and CEO of Gleaners Food Bank, was inducted into the Marian University 2024 Clayton Family Circle of Honor.

Human Resources Talent Acquisition Manager Receives Professional Award

Congratulations to Marian University Talent Acquisition Manager Laura Hester.

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student and Alumnus Publish Work

Congratulations to Doctors Robert Dazé and Allison Kowalski, on their new published achievements. Dr. Dazé, a distinguished 2018 Marian...

Embracing Passion: Inaugural 'Geek Out Competition' Sparks Intellectual Enthusiasm

Marian University's Health and Well-Being department celebrated its inaugural "Geek Out Competition" this year within the framework...

Marian University's Nina Mason Pulliam EcoLab Conservation Efforts Boosted by Amos Butler Audubon Society Grant

Marian University has received a grant from the Amos Butler Audubon Society’s Birdathon to advance environmental restoration of the Nina...

Marian University launches 100% online Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Marian University now accepts applications for its Logistics Supply Chain and Management Bachelor of Science degree program.

Marian University Senior selected as an Orr Fellow for exceptional achievement

Marian University proudly congratulates Trey Gibson '24 on his exceptional achievement in being selected as an Orr Fellow for the Class of 2024.

Marian University Student Chosen for Prestigious Japan Exchange and Teaching Program

Adam Roose '26, an alumnus of both Marian University Ancilla College and Marian University Indianapolis, has been awarded the prestigious U.S....

Marian University Student Awarded Prestigious Fulbright U.S. Award for Teaching Assistant in Germany

Marian University proudly celebrates Sean P. Effron's '24 outstanding achievement as a recipient of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program...

Marian University Celebrates Success of Nearly a Thousand Graduating Students Across Various Degree Programs

On May 5 and 6, 2024, Marian University proudly announces the graduation of nearly a thousand students from various degree programs across its...

Marian University Ancilla College Student Spotlight: Exode Minga ‘26

Meet Exode Minga '26, a dedicated student currently enrolled in the elementary education program at Marian University's Ancilla College...

Shining Stars Student Spotlight—Meet Marian University’s Ancilla College's Olivia Williams

Meet Olivia Williams, a graduating sophomore from Nashville, Michigan, whose journey at Marian University's Ancilla College (MUAC) has been...

Department of Media, Design, and Communication Launches Inaugural Arts and Media Showcase

The Department of Media, Design, and Communication is thrilled to announce its inaugural Arts and Media Showcase held on April 26, 2024.

Marian University Ancilla College Secures $25,000 Grant from Marshall County Community Foundation

The Office of Grants Management is thrilled to reveal that Marian University Ancilla College has secured a generous $25,000 grant from the Marshall...

Marian University Byrum School of Business Students Awarded Second in National Competitions

Marian University celebrates yet another triumph as its Byrum School of Business Marketing students secured an impressive second-place victory in...

April

Marian University Senior Wins First Place at 2024 Indiana Association of School Broadcaster’s Contest

Marian University is proud to announce that senior Jordan Pohl ’24 has clinched the first-place title in air personality at the 2024 Indiana...

Longstanding Marian University professor and leader David Rusbasan, Ph.D., named Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Marian University proudly announces the appointment of David Rusbasan, Ph.D., a professor and scholar with a Marian University career spanning well...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Alumnus and Students Shine in National Medical Journal

Congratulations to Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) alumnus Robert Dazé, DO '18, and third-year medical...

Marian University Music Professor Hosts Rio Grande Brazil Student Orchestra

Marian University Professor Paulo Castro, a pianist and choir director at Marian’s Steffen Music Center, found himself at the heart of a...

Marian University’s Saint Joseph College Students Earn and Learn their Career Matches

For Marian University's Saint Joseph College students, it was a dawn of new opportunities and a day of transformative journeys.

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty Celebrate Shining Bright on Staff

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) Faculty are ready to celebrate! Their hard work and dedication to their field have...

Three Marian University Women Selected as 2024 500 Festival Princesses

It is almost race time for the Indianapolis 500 and three Marian University students are part of the next generation of leaders who are 500...

Marian University Senior Named "Best and Brightest" in the Nation

Join us in extending heartfelt congratulations to Jenny Rodriguez '24, a Shining Star at Marian University, on her recent accolade as one of...

Human Resources and Assistant Football Coach Shines in Recruiting Excellence

Congratulations to Henry Brown, Marian University's talent acquisition partner and assistant football coach.

Marian University Speech and Debate Team Places Ninth in the Nation

The Marian University Speech & Debate Team is in the top ten in the nation again after placing ninth overall and fifth in individual events at...

March

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty Shines

Let's celebrate the accomplishments and well-deserved successes of our Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine faculty who are...

Marian University Assistant Professor of Accounting Named Among Best and Brightest

Madeline Kurcz, an assistant professor of accounting at Marian, was recently celebrated as one of the "Best and Brightest" in...

Enhancing Opportunities for Scholars Intramural Grant Programs Shines a Light on Three New Projects

Congratulations to the newest recipients of the Enhancing Opportunities for Scholars (EOS) Intramural Grant Program: Dr. Kleio Avrithi, Ph.D.,...

Philosophy Professor Shines Bright in Recent Publications

Congratulations Dr. Joseph Gamache, Ph.D., Department of Philosophy Chair, and assistant professor of Philosophy on his recent publication of...

Ella Collier Named 2023-24 WBCA NAIA National Player of the Year

Congratulations to Ella Collier '24, our Marian Lady Knights' Shining Star! For the third time in Marian women's basketball program...

Dr. Niladri Kumar Mahato Shines Bright in Recent Publication

Congratulations to Dr. Niladri Kumar Mahato, MBBS, MS, DNB, Ph.D., assistant professor of Anatomy at Marian University College of Osteopathic...

Marian University Ancilla College Student seeks Phi Theta Kappa International Officer position

Marian University’s Ancilla College (MUAC) is excited to announce that Lucy Lillis ‘26 is running for Phi Theta Kappa Division III...

Marian University announces Innovative University Endowment: Creviston Smith Endowed Fund for Research Replication and Reproduction

Marian University announced the creation of an innovative endowment for research – the Creviston Smith Endowed Fund for Research Replication...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students matched with residencies in Indiana and beyond

University hosts Comin’ in Hot: the Final Lap-themed “Match Day” event for its medical students

First-Year Marian University Ancilla College Student Shines as a Published Author

Literary excellence came early for Marian University Ancilla College's Annalee Schade '25.

Saint Meinrad offers accelerated Master of Arts in Theology for Marian University students

Saint Meinrad Seminary, School of Theology, and Marian University have announced a new collaboration to offer Marian students an accelerated track...

A Day of Summer Fun at Marian University

Amidst the snowy February landscape, Marian University's Alumni Hall was filled with a vibrant summer atmosphere.

Marian University Promotes Jennifer Plumlee, Ed.D., to Vice President for Access and Student Success

Marian University has announced the promotion of Jennifer Plumlee, Ed.D., to vice president for access and student success. Dr. Plumlee previously...

Marian University announces new Vice President of Klipsch Educators College and Innovation in K-12 Education

Marian University has announced Lee Ann Kwiatkowski, Ed.D., as its new Vice President of Klipsch Educators College and Innovation in K-12...

Beyond Balloons: Helium’s Critical Role in Advancing Science at Marian University

What comes to mind when you think of the word “helium”?

Marian University Ignites Transformation with the Launch of the Franciscan Leadership Institute

Elevating Mission: Marian's Expanded Leadership Team to Foster the Formation of Missionary Disciples

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Grateful for CareSource Indiana Scholarship

When Marian University and CareSource Indiana announced a new $250,000 scholarship and initiative designed to address rural healthcare challenges,...

February

Two Marian University Assistant Professors of English Shining on their Book Tours

Congratulations to Marian University assistant professors Scott Guild, Ph.D., and Rachel Cochran, Ph.D., who are traveling to promote their new...

Marian University’s Byrum School of Business Named #1 for Internships

According to Poets&Quants, Marian University is #1 for Internships for the fourth consecutive year with 100 percent of 2023 graduates having at...

Marian University Announces New Vice President of Facilities

Marian University welcomes Craig Koch as the new vice president of facilities.

Marian University Theatre Students Shine on and off stage at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Congratulations to the Shining Stars of Marian University’s Theatre Department.

Marian University and CareSource Indiana announce new scholarship and initiative to address Indiana’s rural health care challenges

CareSource provides $250,000 gift to establish the CareSource Rural Health Endowed Scholarship at Marian University’s College of Osteopathic...

Four Marian University Ancilla College students advance to NJCAA National Wrestling Championships

Four student-athletes Marian University Ancilla College (MUAC) student-athletes have qualified to compete in the National Junior College Athletic...

Two Marian University Ancilla College students awarded $2,000 national Veterinary Technician Scholarships

Ashley Kelly, of Lakeville, and Christina Nelson, of Walkerton, Indiana, are second-year Marian University Ancilla College (MUAC) students who...

Three Marian University Ancilla College students advance to NJCAA National Bowling Championships

Three student-athletes from Marian University’s Ancilla College have qualified to compete in the National Junior College Athletic...

Marian University Knights Shine Bright as They Take on the World through Study Abroad

Congratulations to three Marian University students who embarked on the remarkable journey of studying abroad and participated in the study abroad...

Marian University announces new Vice President and Dean of Marian University’s Saint Joseph’s College

Marian University has announced Bessie Rigakos, Ph.D., as its new Vice President and Dean of Marian University’s Saint Joseph's College...

Marian University’s Innovative Approach to Engineering Education

As one of the most rigorous fields of study available to college students, engineering sees some of the lowest graduation rates of any higher...

Congratulations to Marian Alumnus Evan Brown '09—IBJ's Chief Financial Officer of the Year

He is tops in his field. That's what the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) said about Evan Brown '09.

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Selected as Student Researcher of the Year

Congratulations to Marian University's College of Osteopathic Medicine (MU-COM) student Taylor Hiland, OMS-3, on being awarded the prestigious...

Marian University to Host free, Community-wide event – Summer at Marian Summer Camps Fair

This year, Marian University is making it easy for families to register their K-12 students for summer camps at the inaugural “Summer at...

Marian University Assistant Professor of Music named a Grammy Award Quarter-Finalist

Marian University has a possible Grammy Award winner on campus. The Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum have announced the quarter-finalists for...

January

Marian University’s Ancilla College Vice President and Dean, Natalie Tucker, Ph.D., receives Paragon Award for New Presidents

Natalie Tucker, Ph.D., vice president and dean of Marian University’s Ancilla College, has received the Paragon Award for New Presidents...

Marian University Board of Trustees Member Honored as Sagamore of the Wabash Awardee

Congratulations to Marian University Board of Trustees member Eddie Rivers on receiving the Sagamore of the Wabash.

MUAC Student Athlete Shines Bright as MCCAA Player of the Week

Congratulations to Ally Lawson '27 on her accomplishments as a bowler at Marian University Ancilla College.

Marian University faculty release new open Textbook through PALSave

Two Marian University faculty members have released a new peer-reviewed open textbook through the Private Academic Library Network of Indiana...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Named 2023 Student Doctor of the Year

Congratulations to Anna Garvey, OMS-3, who was named 2023 Student Doctor of the Year in December 2023.

Marian University Names Dean Binh Tran, Ph.D., as Chief Academic Officer

Marian University is pleased to announce the appointment of Binh Tran, Ph.D., as its new chief academic officer.

Marian University Accounting Alumnae Awarded for Outstanding Work as Certified Public Accountants

Congratulations to three Marian University alumnae on being awarded within their field of work.

Near West Free Clinic Celebrates Year of Service

Congratulations to the Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine students who recently celebrated a year of compassionate care staffing the...

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Wins Indiana Osteopathic Association Scholarship

Congratulations to Alyssa Seawright DO ’26, who won a $10,000 scholarship from the Indiana Osteopathic Association (IOA) at the IOA’s...

Three Marian University Students Awarded Highly Competitive Orr Fellowship

Linsey Rodas-Hernandez '24, Brylee Koontz '24 and Jenny Rodriguez '24 are three of only 78 students to be offered Orr Fellowships,...

Marian University Alumna Appointed to Illinois Circuit Court

The Illinois Supreme Court has appointed a Marian University alumna as an Illinois Circuit Court Judge.

Marian University Announces New Vice President of Innovation and Growth

Chris Creighton, who most recently served as chief of staff for the Indiana Department of Transportation and previously as Legislative Director...

Marian University Biology Professor ranked 12th in the World in “Big Year”

Marian University's senior Biology Professor David Benson, Ph. D., concluded 2023 with a stellar achievement, securing the 12th global ranking...

Marian University's College of Osteopathic Medicine Class of 2024 Matches with Military Hospitals

The match between Marian University's College of Osteopathic Medicine students and military hospitals is a testament to the dedication and...