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Marian University Celebrates Class of 2026, Confers More Than 1,000 Degrees Across Three Ceremonies

  • Chris Proffitt
  • May 02, 2026
Community Klipsch Educators College

Leighton School of Nursing Builds Research Pipeline Through New Faculty Development Program

  • Mackenzie Flynn, MSN, RN, CPNP-AC/PC
  • April 30, 2026
Community

Marian Students Turn Class Projects Into Real-World Research

  • Nick Evans
  • April 30, 2026
Shining Stars Community

Marian University Celebrates Student Creativity at 2026 Creative Knights Awards

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 27, 2026
Health Community

Leighton School of Nursing Honors First DAISY Award Recipient

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 27, 2026
Community Health

Marian University Expands Reach to Address Growing Nursing Shortage in Tennessee

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 20, 2026
Education Health Community

Marian University Launches Indiana’s Only Comprehensive PT and OT Pathway to Tackle Statewide Healthcare Shortage

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 16, 2026
Education Community

Marian University Business School Ranked Among Nation’s Best for Career Outcomes and Experiential Learning

  • Chris Proffitt
  • March 24, 2026
Community

Match Day at Marian: The Moment Futures Take Shape

  • Nick Evans
  • March 24, 2026
Community

Day for the Knights brings the Marian community together through giving and service

  • Nick Evans
  • March 20, 2026
Community

Why Public Violence Is Starting to Feel ‘Normal’—A Marian University Sociologist Explains

  • Chris Proffitt
  • March 17, 2026
Engineering Community

Marian University Launches Master of Science in Engineering Management

  • Chris Proffitt
  • March 03, 2026
Community Engineering

Engineering the Future: Marian University Expands Opportunities for the Next Generation of Problem-Solvers

  • Chris Proffitt
  • March 03, 2026
Community

In a season that was meant to be a celebration, twin sisters Abbey and Kiley McNally found themselves navigating unimaginable loss

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 27, 2026
Shining Stars Community

A Royal Honor: Four Marian University Students Selected as 2026 500 Festival Princesses

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 19, 2026
Community Health Shining Stars

Coach Justin “Juice” Richmond: Building Champions On and Off the Field

  • Andre Dumas ’27
  • February 19, 2026
Shining Stars Community Education

Third-Generation Knight” Peter Waning '27: Leads SGA with Focus on Unity and Engagement

  • Emma Hendrix '26
  • February 19, 2026
Community

Where Careers Take Flight: Marian University Hosts Career and Internship Fair

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 13, 2026
Community

Marian University Expands College Access for Mothers Impacted by Incarceration

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 10, 2026
Community

Rev. Michael E. Connors, CSC, Named Homiletician in Residence for Marian University’s Certificate in Relational Preaching

  • Susan McGurgan
  • February 09, 2026
Community Shining Stars

Four of a Kind: The Finke Sisters and a Family Legacy at Marian University

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 05, 2026
Community Health

To Save His Mother, Marian Assistant Baseball Coach Donated a Kidney — to Someone Else First

  • Chris Proffitt
  • February 02, 2026
Community

Marian University Professor Alexandra Tamerius Named Indiana ACS Volunteer of the Year

  • Chris Proffitt
  • January 28, 2026
Community Health

Marian University Researcher Contributes to Breakthrough Study on Genome Organization and Evolution

  • Chris Proffitt
  • January 08, 2026
Community Education

Marian University Announces New Leadership for Institutional Review Board

  • Chris Proffitt
  • January 06, 2026
Education Community

Marian University Joins National $8 Million Initiative to Expand College Education in Prisons

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 18, 2025
Community

Johnna Denning-Smith Elected to UPCEA Policy Committee

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 18, 2025
Community

Marian University’s Fortune Institute Sponsors Indiana We the People Civics Competitions

  • Spencer Ozbun
  • December 12, 2025
Community

Marian University Partners with WTHR and Salvation Army Angel Tree Initiative to Advance Literacy

  • Maggie Kucik
  • December 12, 2025
Community

Marian University Names Experienced Communications Executive to Key Leadership Role

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • December 12, 2025
Education Community

Marian University’s Women’s College Partnership Awarded $20,000 Arago Honor for Transforming Education in Indiana Women’s Prison

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 11, 2025
Community

Marian University Receives National Grant to Strengthen How Faculty Help Students Discover Their Purpose

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 09, 2025
Community

Marian University President Dan Elsener Shares Enrollment Growth and Community Initiatives on MakeGoodDecisionsTV

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 08, 2025
Community

From Practicum to Profession: Marian University Social Work Students Step Into Service-Driven Careers

  • Nick Evans
  • December 05, 2025
Community Education

Marian University Partner Cold Spring School Receives Statewide Honor for Excellence in STEM Education

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • December 05, 2025
Community

Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard Shares Leadership Lessons with Marian University Business Students

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 05, 2025
Shining Stars Community Health

Marian University Alumnus Brandon Koser, DO’17, Named Chief Medical Officer at Illinois Hospital

  • Chris Proffitt
  • December 02, 2025
Community

Marian University Serves Up Tradition at Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

  • Chris Proffitt
  • November 25, 2025
Community

Hope, Faith, and Community: Marian University at NCYC

  • Nick Evans
  • November 25, 2025
Community

Tag and Marta Birge Make $1 Million Scholarship Gift to Support Marian Leadership Initiative at Marian University

  • Chris Proffitt
  • November 21, 2025
Community

Marian in the News: WRTV on Government Shutdown with Dr. Deeb Kitchen

  • Chris Proffitt
  • November 13, 2025
Community

Veterans Day Service Unites Marian Community in Gratitude and Reflection

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • November 11, 2025
Community

Marian University Partners with Salvation Army Angel Tree to Support Children’s Literacy

  • Chris Proffitt
  • November 10, 2025
Community

Marian University President Daniel J. Elsener Named Indiana Chamber Dynamic Leader of the Year

  • Chris Proffitt
  • November 06, 2025
Community Klipsch Educators College Education

Marian University’s Lee Ann Kwiatkowski Named 2025 Woman of Influence by Indianapolis Business Journal

  • Chris Proffitt
  • October 22, 2025
Shining Stars Community

Marian University Alumna Honored as Rising Latino Star at Indiana Heritage Luncheon

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • October 22, 2025
Community

WRTV Story Features Marian University’s Department of Applied Social Sciences Chair

  • Chris Proffitt
  • October 20, 2025
Shining Stars Education Community

Marian University Honors Legacy of Dr. Bryan Larsen with New Faculty Research Award

  • Chris Proffitt
  • October 07, 2025
Community Engineering

A New Generation of Engineers Finds Its Home at Marian University

  • Chris Proffitt
  • October 07, 2025
Community

Where Careers Begin: Marian University Students Take First Steps at Career and Internship Fair

  • Chris Proffitt
  • October 02, 2025
Community

Lugar Speaker Series Opens with Civic Conversation at Marian University

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 30, 2025
Community

Fresh Greens, Local Roots: Marian University’s Hydroponic Kickoff

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • September 23, 2025
Community Education

Marian University Climbs in National Rankings, Reflecting Mission-Driven Success

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 23, 2025
Shining Stars Community

Marian University’s Marisa Zambrano Named Finalist for Inspira Indy Impacto Award

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 19, 2025
Health Shining Stars Community

Marian University Medical Student and Alumnus Publish Rare Case in Journal of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Glendal Jones
  • September 19, 2025
Community Shining Stars

Shining Stars: Marian University Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month in Festive Orange

  • Glendal Jones Rogers
  • September 18, 2025
Community

Turning Old Tech into New Opportunities

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 18, 2025
Community

Marian University Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month with Annual Fountain Tradition

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 16, 2025
Community

Marian University Launches Marian Leadership Initiative to Develop the Next Generation of Leaders

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 16, 2025
Community Education

Women’s College Partnership Awarded Sunshine Lady Foundation Grant to Support Students in Completing College Degrees

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 09, 2025
Klipsch Educators College Education Community

Near Northwest Area Schools Excel with Major IREAD-3 Growth

  • Diane Wade
  • September 09, 2025
Community

What Makes a Video Go Viral?

  • Chris Proffitt
  • September 03, 2025
Shining Stars Ancilla College Community Education Klipsch Educators College

Stacia Bolakowski Recognized for Excellence in Education Leadership

  • Jarret Whitehead
  • September 02, 2025
Community Health

Leighton School of Nursing on Fox 59

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 26, 2025
Klipsch Educators College Education Community

Marian University and AES Partnership

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 25, 2025
Community Klipsch Educators College

Marian University and Vincennes University - REID Partnership

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 25, 2025
Shining Stars Education Community

Marian University Dean Highlights Risks of Student Loan Caps for Medical Students

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 22, 2025
Health Shining Stars Community

Marian University Graduate Alex Kincaid - Daisy Winner opens her heart to patients and families

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 13, 2025
Community Education

Marian University Marks Fourth Straight Year with 100+ Peer-Reviewed Publications

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 13, 2025
Community Health

Marian University Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine Students Community Leaders Join Forces to Help Seniors Age in Place

  • Glendal Jones
  • August 05, 2025
Community Shining Stars

Marian University Student Crowned Miss Indiana State Fair 2025

  • Chris Proffitt
  • August 04, 2025
Shining Stars Community

Marian University President Daniel J. Elsener Named to Indiana 250 for the Third Time

  • Glendal Jones
  • July 28, 2025
Community

Women of Marian Summer Luncheon Spotlights Women Shaping Political Leadership

  • Chris Proffitt
  • July 28, 2025
Klipsch Educators College Community Education

Marian University’s Project Build Featured in State Workforce Development Newsletter

  • Chris Proffitt
  • July 28, 2025
Community

Marian University Hosts Inaugural Summer Camp Cookout

  • Jennifer Plumlee & Glendal Jones
  • July 24, 2025
Klipsch Educators College Education Community

Marian University President Daniel J. Elsener Discusses $137 Million Investment to Transform Old Hospital into a Community Hub

  • Glendal Jones
  • July 22, 2025
Community

DADCAMP 2025 at Marian University

  • Chris Proffitt
  • July 15, 2025
Klipsch Educators College Education Community

Renovations to Historic VA Hospital Begin as part of $137 Million Initiative

  • Chris Proffitt, Glendal Jones
  • July 09, 2025
Community Shining Stars

Marian University’s Musical Theater Camp Empowers Young Performers to Create and Shine in Original Production

  • Glendal Jones
  • July 01, 2025
Community

A Marian-Made Family at Printing Partners

  • Chris Proffitt
  • June 18, 2025
Community

A Week of Faith, Friendship, and Leadership at the 2025 Marian University’s Missionary Disciples Institute

  • Glendal Jones
  • June 18, 2025
Education Community

Marian University Women’s College Partnership 2025 Graduation

  • Glendal Jones, Nick Evans
  • May 27, 2025
Engineering Community

Marian University and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Partner on Dual-Degree Engineering and Medical Pathway Programs

  • Chris Proffitt
  • May 23, 2025
Education Klipsch Educators College Community

Marian University Receives $500,000 Lilly Endowment Grant to Expand K–12 Pathways Program

  • Chris Proffitt
  • May 23, 2025
Health Community

Marian University and The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation Launch Statewide Bone Health Initiative

  • Chris Proffitt
  • May 19, 2025
Community

Marian University Summer 2025 Camps: Explore, Create, and Lead

  • Glendal Jones
  • May 13, 2025
Community

Marian University Celebrates Pope Leo XIV, First American Pontiff

  • Chris Proffitt
  • May 08, 2025
Community

Marian University Inducts J. Douglas Boles and Tevin Lake into the Clayton Family Circle of Honor

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 24, 2025
Community

Reflections on Our Dear Pope Francis

  • Daniel J. Elsener
  • April 22, 2025
Community Shining Stars

Marian University Students Shine at AMA International Collegiate Conference

  • Chris Proffitt
  • April 22, 2025
Ancilla College Community

Dr. Natalie Tucker Selected for Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation

  • Jarret Whitehead
  • April 16, 2025
Community Klipsch Educators College

New Mission for Historical Property

  • Diane Wade
  • March 12, 2025
Community Education

Marian University Student and former 500 Festival Princess Selected as Youngest Artist for 2025 Welcome Race Fans Program

  • Glendal Jones
  • February 12, 2025
Community Education Klipsch Educators College

The REID Report: Exciting Updates on the Riverside Education Innovation District

  • Diane Wade ‘96
  • January 22, 2025
Education Community Klipsch Educators College

Marian University Partners with Local K-12 Schools to Improve Education Outcomes in NNW

  • PRESS RELEASE
  • January 21, 2025
Community

Marian University Vice President Chris Creighton Honored with Sagamore of the Wabash Award

  • Glendal Jones
  • January 14, 2025
Community

Marian University President Daniel J. Elsener Honored with Third Sagamore of the Wabash Award

  • Glendal Jones
  • January 09, 2025
Community

This Is My Body

  • Mikala S. Jette ‘25
  • October 16, 2024
Community Education

Marian University Launches Black Leadership Initiative to Empower Future Black Leaders

  • News Release
  • August 15, 2024
Community Engineering

Indiana Department of Transportation and Department of Natural Resources Host Successful HEC-RAS Training at Marian University’s Witchger School of Engineering

  • News Release
  • August 15, 2024