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Daniel J. Elsener Reflects on His Marian University Presidency

Caroline Doorley Leads with Passion and Purpose at Marian University

Julia Kelb - From Marian MarCom Intern to Eli Lily

MU-WCOM Researchers Earn Research Article of the Year

Carissa Newton Brings Real-World Experience to Marian University

Madison Lowe Appointed PTK Indiana Regional Secretary

Vanessa Ochoa Ends Her Marian University Journey on a High Note

Marian University Senior Named 2026 500 Festival Queen Scholar

Marian University Celebrates Student Creativity at 2026 Creative Knights Awards

Stephanie Lawrence Builds on Record of Success in Marian Cycling

Marian Medical Student Earns National Research Honor, Leadership Role

Communication Students Earn Statewide Recognition at 2026 IASB Awards

From Lab to Spotlight: MU-WCOM Researchers Earn Top State Honors

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

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

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

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

Marian Senior Emma Hendrix Featured in 2026 Trends Report for GEO Breakthroughs

Marian University Awards Two Full-Tuition Saint Mary’s Academic Scholarships

All-American Knights Corro Celma and Koger Bound for Philadelphia

Shining Star: Marian University Alumnus Earns Excellence in Teaching Award

Marian University Shining Stars: Advancing Knowledge in Microbiology

Marian University Student Shines as Multi-Talented Scholar and Student Leader

Marian University’s Samantha Holifield Selected for Prestigious Lugar Series

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

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

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

Stacia Bolakowski Recognized for Excellence in Education Leadership

Meet Miss Friendship: Lilianna McMillen’s Spark Shines Everywhere

Dr. Tia Bell on Tackling the National Nursing Shortage Through Education and Partnership

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

Marian Nursing Faculty Named Fellow of Prestigious Global Research Institute

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

Shining Star - 2025 500 Festival Princess

Communication Students Win Big at Indiana Broadcasting Competition

Aaliyah Keil—Inducted into the Highland High School Hall of Fame

Faith, Farming, and a Future

Exploring the World - Study Abroad Adventure

Balancing Passion, Academics, and Leadership

Marian University Appoints Three Faculty Members

WCOM Students and Alumni Publish Work in Journal of the American Family Physician

Shaping Future Leaders with Compassion and Dedication

A Shining Star: Marian University Student, Cecilia Doyle, Receives a Scholarship

Marian University Ancilla College Student Spotlight: Exode Minga ‘26

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

Human Resources and Assistant Football Coach Shines in Recruiting Excellence

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Faculty Shines

Marian University Assistant Professor of Accounting Named Among Best and Brightest

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

Philosophy Professor Shines Bright in Recent Publications

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

Dr. Niladri Kumar Mahato Shines Bright in Recent Publication

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

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

MUAC Student Athlete Shines Bright as MCCAA Player of the Week

Marian University faculty release new open Textbook through PALSave

Near West Free Clinic Celebrates Year of Service

Marian University Alumna Appointed to Illinois Circuit Court

2017 Alumna Shines Bright in the Medical Field

Lauryn Swain Shines Bright in her Marian University Ancilla College Journey

Marian University Ancilla College Student Shines Bright in Transition to Marian's Main Campus

Marian University Alumna to discuss the impact of Sustainability efforts

Marian University Assistant Professor of Education named Elevated Latino Under 40

Project Build Student Hannah Russell's Success Story Shines Bright

Kyle McCreary '25 Shines Bright as Honoree of the Sharon Gall Lecher Memorial Research Award

Marian Knights Athletic Director Receives Circle City Classic's Major Taylor Award

Marian University Alumnus Named CEO of Top Global Laboratory

Marian University Shines Bright in New "Germany on Campus" Grant

Dr. Elisha Schlabach Shines a Light on Marian University Preparatory School on Indy Now

Second-Year Medical Students Shine Bright at the American Medical Association Annual Meeting

Spanish Major Janeth Imán ‘24 Brings Light to Cultural Relations at the Near West Free Clinic

Marian University's Fred S. Klipsch Educators College Dean Named U.S. Department of Education Midwest Committee Member

Former Marian Knights Basketball Star to Shine Playing in the NBA's Summer League

Bert Whyte: A Shining Starbucks Star

Marian University Ancilla College's Nursing Student Pioneer

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Wins Prestigious Scholarship

Marian University's First cohort of Summer Scholars are Shining Stars

Marian University's Mykah Coleman'24 Crowned 500 Festival Queen Scholar

Dr. Gamache Shines Bright in New Publication by Interpreting One's Friends

Marian Professor Dr. Guang Xu Shines Bright in New Publication

Marian Staff Member Shines Bright

Congratulations to Dr. Colleen Doci on Shining Bright

Dr. Tafline Arbor Shines Bright in Recent Publication

Marian Grad Shines Bright Winning First Place for her Outstanding Cancer Research

Marian University Professor Robert Denton Ph.D., Shines Bright in Recent Publication

Marian University Shines Bright in recent Medical STEM Award

Shining Marian Professor learns more about lizards in recent Publication

Marian Professor Shines Bright Discussing Women's Health

Shining Marian Professor Collaborates with International Schools in New Publication

Congratulations to a Shining Marian University Professor!

MUAC Wrestler Reese H. Hamblen Shines Bright at NJCAA Wrestling Nationals

Marian University Ancilla College Student Shines as a Student Athlete

MUAC Athlete Sergio Bueno Shines at NJCAA Wrestling Nationals

Dr. Trisha Staab Shines Bright With a New Publication

Marian University Assistant Provost named Editor-in-Chief of Scientific Journal

Congratulations Shining Stars Karla Kinkade Ph.D., and Kristy Wilson, Ph.D.!

Shining Star Dr. Luke Nelligan discovers more about COVID-19 in his Published Work

Marian University Salutes Shining Star Teacher and Fred S. Klipsch Educators College Alumnus Nathaniel Truitt '14

Shining Star Dr. Katharine Harmon writes on Music Genres in the Catholic Church

Congratulations Colleen Doci, Ph.D., on being Named a Shining Star!

Marian University Student Mikayla Jette '25: A Star Shining Bright

Marian University Leighton School of Nursing Assistant Professor Erin Morgan Shines Bright

Marian University Student A Shining Star Leading Synod Process Team

Congratulations to Marian University Graduate Roy Goode '21 on his Published Work

Marian University First-Year Students Live the Franciscan Legacy

Marian University Associate Professor Awarded Career Champion Award

Marian University Klipsch Educator's College Senior Accepts Carmel Elementary Teaching Job

Marian University Alumna Receives Grant based on Outstanding Research

Congratulations Aivry Gaynor '23

Congratulations Hannah Snyder

Marian University Student Anne '24 Hoffman Wins First Place

Marian University Student Khadijah Guisse '24 Wins Top Photo Award

Marian University Alum Returns to Her Hometown as a New Family Medicine Physician

Marian University Professor Michael Baumann '13 Celebrated for his Published Work

Shining Star Brandi Bullard Goes Above and Beyond

Marian University Professor Publishes Epilepsy and Seizure Work

Marian University Writing Center Students Go International

Nursing Student Niyoka Ashford Shines at Marian University's Ancilla College

Ben Kopecky Selected Preliminary Intern at the Mayo Clinic

E.S. Witchger School of Engineering Silvia "Niky" Quezada Shares Inspiring Story

Incoming Shining Star Student Excited to Start at Marian University

Incoming Shining Star Qujuan "QJ" Cannon Looking forward to College as a New Incoming Marian University Student

Congratulations to Dan Gelfman, MD.

Congratulations to Rob Denton, Ph.D

Congratulations to Paul Bible, Ph.D., for his recent publication

Congratulations to Arthur Canales, D. Min., C.P.C

Congratulations Mitch Huppert-Sports Information Director of the Year

Congratulations to Rachel Brown, Ph.D.

Marian University College of Medicine Students Win Statewide Awards

Marian University Junior Named Prestigious Goldwater Scholar

Two Marian University Students Selected as 500 Festival Princesses

Marian University Freshman Recognized for Girl Scout’s Highest Honor