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. (Aug. 21, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) is proud to announce Dwight Ott as the recipient of the 2025 Tony Maidenberg Community Service Award, in recognition of his extraordinary leadership, decades of service and enduring love for the Marion and Grant County community. “Dwight’s contributions to Marion
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Aug. 13, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) is celebrating a milestone 40 years in the making: the anniversary of its adult education programs, which began in 1985 and forever changed the university’s trajectory. The first program under what was then called LEAP, or Leadership Education for Adult
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MARION, Ind. (Aug. 12, 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has appointed Brian R. Jaworski as vice president of student development and athletics. With more than two decades of higher education leadership, Jaworski brings extensive experience in student life, residence life, and athletics administration. Jaworski currently serves as vice president for
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Indianapolis (July 18) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) has been awarded the inaugural Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana (CPSI) by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education and the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA). The CPSI recognizes eligible postsecondary institutions that have successfully demonstrated a supportive environment for U.S. military-affiliated
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MARION, Ind. (July, 15 2025) — Indiana Wesleyan University, on behalf of Wesley Seminary, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Aldersgate School of Ministry in Polson, Montana, establishing a formal academic and ministerial partnership. The agreement underscores a shared commitment to strengthening theological education and leadership development for Christian
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Indiana Wesleyan University now 1 of 549 total providers meeting rigorous CAEP Accreditation Standards to better prepare the teachers of tomorrow WASHINGTON – The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) announced today that Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) is one of 34 providers from 15 states, the District of Columbia,
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INDIANAPOLIS (July 14, 2025) – Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) is pleased to announce the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership program, launching this August. Designed to equip professionals with the essential skills to lead effectively in dynamic environments, this new certificate will provide a strong foundation in business, technology, and leadership. This
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MARION, Ind. (July 8, 2025) — A new publication on ethical leadership in education brings together alumni and faculty from Indiana Wesleyan University. Co-edited by IWU alumni Aaron Perry and Jack Pladdys, “Crossroads in Classrooms: Essays at the Intersection of Ethics, Leadership Education, and the Christian Faith” explores how ethics can
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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