Amy Jarecki appointed as IU Kokomo’s Dean of Students KOKOMO, Ind. — Amy Jarecki has been appointed Dean of Students at Indiana University Kokomo. In this role she will serve as the principal representative and advocate for all students, overseeing student life, the resource navigator, student programming, and judicial affairs. Jarecki plans to be IU Kokomo students’ “biggest cheerleader” in this new role. “I truly have a passion for helping students discover themselves, discover their purpose, and
PRESS RELEASE Learn to lead effective, efficient meetings with IU Kokomo microcredential KOKOMO, Ind. — Learn how to run an efficient, effective meeting – and earn a digital badge – with Indiana University Kokomo’s Achieve Improve Master (AIM) microcredential program. Join Edwin Faunce, adjunct instructor of communications, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on June 25 and June 26 to learn how to use Robert’s Rules of Order and basic parliamentary procedures to run meetings, take votes, keep minutes, and other
This summer, women from across Grant County and beyond will gather for a day that’s more than inspiring—it’s transformational. BLOOM 2025 is happening Thursday, June 26 from 8AM–3PM at Matter Park in Marion, Indiana. Tickets are $115 and include access to all sessions, meals, and surprises throughout the day. Reserve your spot now at bloomgrantcounty.com This year’s keynote, Erin Slater, brings a powerful message: “What if the voices holding you back aren’t out there, but in
PRESS RELEASE Commencement celebrates achievements of the Class of 2025 KOKOMO, Ind. — In an explosion of cream and crimson confetti and a fanfare by a brass quintet, the Class of 2025 graduated during Indiana University Kokomo’s 56th Commencement on Tuesday (May 13). Anticipated thunderstorms held off for the outdoor ceremony, held under cloudy skies. More than 400 graduates processed from the Main Building, past cheering faculty members in academic regalia lining the Quad and into the Pavilion.
100 S Washington St. Marion, Indiana 46952 Press Release Contact: Meagan MathiasCommunity Leadership Director Community Foundation of Grant CountyEmail: Meagan@GiveToGrant.org May 7, 2025 Collabora Launches “Data Drive” to Power Informed Decisions in Grant CountyA new community indicators dashboard for Grant
Marion High School joins Rural Early College Network Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce that Marion High School is joining the Rural Early College Network. The Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning at the University of Indianapolis has selected MHS as a partner school in the Rural Early College Network 2.0. Through this program, funded by a $10 million education innovation and research grant from the U.S. Department of Education, CELL will help 20 rural high schools implement
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Think Small, Act Big: Fun Ways to Boost Local During Small Business MonthAnother calendar page has come and gone and with it, we’re ushering in May and Small Business Month. There’s no better time to show some local love! Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community. They’re the coffee shops where we meet friends, the boutiques that stock one-of-a-kind finds, and the service providers who remember our names and donate to our causes. But before you think this is a new call to spend money, know that
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Check out the list of upcoming training opportunities available for FREE to Early Childhood Educators thanks to ECI TRAC! Use the individual links to register for the date you are interested in. Not an Early Childhood Educator? No problem! We offer training for any business or organization for $75/person! Contact Libby for more information: libby@thrivinggrantcounty.com Training Dates:May 10th (9am-12pm): https://form.jotform.com/250356464953160June 14th (9am-12pm):