Stay informed with official updates from Indiana Wesleyan University. These stories reflect the university’s ongoing growth, mission, and impact—highlighting the people and progress shaping its future. Each release offers a window into how IWU continues to lead with purpose in higher education and beyond.
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MARION, Ind. — (July 8, 2025) Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has appointed Thomas Sanders as its new vice president for information technology and chief information officer, effective yesterday, Monday, July 7. “We are thrilled to welcome Thomas Sanders to Indiana Wesleyan University,” said Tod Dalberg, executive vice president and chief innovation
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MARION, Ind. (July 1, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has named David H. Davies as its new vice president for academic affairs and chief academic officer, effective August 1. Davies currently serves as provost at Houghton University, a fellow Wesleyan institution in New York. In his new role, Davies will
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MARION, Ind. (May 30, 2025) — Yamil Acevedo, executive vice president of Wesley Seminary, has released his first book, “Faithful Inheritances,” which examines the intersection of theology and cultural studies. The book offers insight into how belief, heritage and belonging converge, particularly within the second-generation Latino experience. “This book is for
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MARION, Ind. (May 21, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) welcomes athletes, coaches and fans from across the nation as it hosts the 2025 annual NAIA men’s and women’s outdoor track and field national championships from May 21-23 in Marion. This year marks IWU’s third consecutive time hosting
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MARION, IN (May 6, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has received official accreditation from the Evangelical Council for Financial Integrity (ECFA), a national organization recognized for promoting financial integrity among Christ-centered institutions. The accreditation affirms IWU's commitment to transparency, ethical governance, and responsible financial stewardship. The ECFA'
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MARION, Ind. (April 24, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) will host Carlos Campo, Ph.D., CEO of Museum of the Bible, as the commencement speaker for its spring graduation ceremonies on Saturday, April 26. During the ceremonies, Campo will also receive an honorary Doctor of Public Leadership degree. He is
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MARION, Ind. (April 14, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) division of natural sciences alumni Dr. Laura Coats, Dr. Austin Gerber, and Dr. Chris Sloan will come to IWU’s Marion campus on Thursday, April 17, to speak to students about their experiences in the medical field. Dr. Coats is an
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (April 14, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University’s DeVoe School of Business, Technology and Leadership is launching an AI-powered Executive MBA (EMBA) program in August, designed for senior managers, experienced leaders, and aspiring C-suite executives. This 30-credit-hour program integrates business, technology, AI, and leadership through a combination of practical
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MARION, Ind. (April 4, 2025) — StoneGate Arts & Education Center and Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) are partnering to offer a new leadership development opportunity for employers in south-central Indiana. Beginning this May, the Supervisor Essentials Leadership Development program, created by IWU’s Leadership by Design Center, will be hosted at
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MARION, Ind. (March 31, 2025) – Earlier this month, President Jon Kulaga announced the faculty recognition award winners for the university. Bestowed annually, these awards highlight the excellence of the faculty God has provided to serve the Indiana Wesleyan University community. Both awards are based on peer nominations from faculty, with
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The Indiana Supreme Court will travel to Indiana Wesleyan University in Grant County on Thursday, April 10. The Court will hold a consolidated oral argument in Kaur v. Amazon, Inc. (23A-CT-2059) and Oukbu v. Amazon, Inc. (24S-CT-254), premises liability cases concerning what duty a landowner has to ensure the safety
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MARION, IND. (Mar. 11, 2025) Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) students will be given the opportunity to pitch their entrepreneurial ideas to judges and a live audience on Tuesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. in the Globe Theatre. "The Launch It Pitch Competition is more than just a competition—