IWU Viewbook 2019-20

CHARACTER. SCHOLARSHIP. LEADERSHIP.

...for you to make it a better place in a way that only you can.

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At Indiana Wesleyan University, we believe God has created you with unique gifts for the purpose of changing the world in a way that only you can. We are here to help you discover, clarify or develop that calling.

The world is waiting.

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ME ET O U R STU DE NTS / 06 LIF E CALLING / 07 LIST O F MAJ O RS / 08 ME ET O U R FACU LTY / 1 0 WILDCATS BY THE NU MBE RS / 1 2 U NAP O LO GETICALLY CHRIST CE NTE RE D / 1 4 RE S LIF E / 1 6 CAMP U S AE RIAL / 1 8 TRADITIO NS / 2 0 GET INVO LV E D / 22 STU DE NT CE NTE R / 24 ATHLETICS / 2 6 CO MMU NITY O U TREACH / 2 8 STU DY ABROAD / 3 0 ALU MNI P RO F ILE S / 3 2 F INANCIAL AID / 3 4 Indiana Wesleyan University students are known for their character, scholarship and leadership. At IWU, you can study with nearly 3,000 students on our residential campus in Marion, Indiana, where you can start making a difference in the world now.

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LIFE CALLING

MAJOR DECISIONS

Life Calling and Integrative Learning is a program unique to IWU that provides undergraduates with learning experiences and services that foster faith, integrative learning, virtue and discernment of life calling.

Once you register for classes at IWU, we will invite you to take the CliftonStrengths® assessment to discover your top five strengths, as well as how to lean into your strengths for your college success and future career – and we’ll cover the cost of your assessment!

Your Major

We know that choosing a college—let alone a major—is a big decision! At IWU, we are committed to cultivating a diverse academic environment where you can discover, explore and pursue your life calling. Whatever area of study you choose, we are confident you will grow in the knowledge and skills necessary to build a successful, lifelong career.

N OEL L E M CN ETT

J . C. HERRI N G

R AC H E L BA I R D

MAJOR: NURSING DREAM JOB: REHABILITATION NURSE

MAJOR: CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES DREAM JOB: CHURCH PLANTER & PASTOR

MAJOR: TESOL EDUCATION DREAM JOB: PROFESSOR OF LINGUISTICS

“My major is preparing me for life’s challenges. Nursing school is hard, no doubt. However, this will help me be more prepared for the ‘unexpected’ that the profession entails.”

“The professors are here because they genuinely care for you. There have been countless times when I have received an email from one just letting me know that I am loved and they are praying for me.”

Noelle chose IWU’s School of Nursing for its impressive reputation and notable NCLEX scores. Now, she couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. The courses are providing a solid foundation for the rest of her career and allowing her to gain hands-on experience with patient care. What she most appreciates, though, are the professors who pour their time into shaping her into a future nurse.

J.C. has had the opportunity to get involved on the student leadership teams for Fusion and Never2Young - annual high school and middle school youth conferences hosted by IWU. From planning the schedule to booking the worship band, J.C. has been able to gain invaluable experience in the field of ministry while under the mentorship of his professors.

“My favorite part about being at IWU is being able to get to know and build relationships with my professors. They are the reason that I have had many career-building opportunities.”

Rachel is studying TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Education at IWU to empower and value students from different linguistic backgrounds, both in the U.S. and abroad. In her classes, Rachel is learning how to be an effective teacher and linguist, all while gaining hands-on experience.

Life Calling and Integrative Learning is ready to invest in you to help you prepare for your life and career after college:

L I F E C OAC H I N G | Gain a clearer sense of your life calling and identify a career path before graduation by talking through major decisions with one of our trained life coaching professionals.

CA REER D EVELO P M EN T | Explore professional opportunities, such as industry field trips, job fairs and internships, that will further prepare you for your career.

We also engage students in career goal-setting and reflection through individual and group appointments.

P RE- D EC LA RED ST U D EN T A DVI SI N G | Investigate several academic majors and related career options before committing to a major program of study.

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MAJORS DIVISION OF ART + DESIGN

80+ MAJORS Take your pick!

You can choose from over 80 majors to develop your knowledge and expertise.

Our programs are built on academic excellence, are taught from a Christian perspective and equip you for a successful career.

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Design for Social Impact (BA, BFA) Graphic Design Illustration Photography (BA, BFA) Pre-Art Therapy Studio Arts User Experience Design (BFA) Visual Arts Education Visual Communication Design (BFA)

DIVISION OF BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Addictions Counseling Criminal Justice Pre-Art Therapy Psychology Social Work

DEVOE D IV IS IO N O F B U S IN ES S Accounting Business Administration Entrepreneurship Finance Management Marketing

DIVISIO N O F C O M M UN ICAT IO N AND T H EAT R E Human Communication Journalism Media Communication Sports Media Strategic Communication Theatre Theatre Education

DIVISIO N O F H EA LT H A N D HUMAN P E R FO R M A N C E Exercise Science Pre-Occupational/ Physical Therapy Sports Management Sports Ministries

D IV IS IO N O F M AT H E M AT IC S A N D C O M P UT E R IN FO R M AT IO N S C IE N C ES Computer Information Systems Computer Science Mathematics Mathematics Education Mathematics Interdisciplinary

D IV IS IO N O F M O D E R N LA N G UAG E A N D LIT E R AT U R E English English Education Spanish Spanish Education Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) TESOL Education Writing

D IV IS IO N O F M US IC Applied Music Music Composition Music Education Music Therapy Performance Songwriting Worship Studies and Music Ministry

D IV IS IO N O F N AT U R A L S C IE N C ES Biochemistry Biology Biology Education Chemistry Chemistry Education Medical Technology Physics Pre-Medical Science Science Education

D IV IS IO N O F S O C IA L S C IE N C ES Economics History International Relations Political Science Political Science Pre-Law Social Studies Social Studies Education

JO H N WES LEY H O N O R S C O LL E G E Honors Humanities

S C H O O L O F N UR S IN G Nursing Transition to Nursing

S C H O O L O F L IFE CA L L IN G A N D IN T E G R AT IV E LEA R N IN G

S C H O O L O F T EAC H ER E D U CAT I O N Biology Education Chemistry Education Elementary Education Elementary/Exceptional Needs Education English Education Exceptional Needs Education (P-12) Mathematics Education Music Education Science Education Secondary Education Social Studies Education Spanish Education TESOL Education Theatre Education Visual Arts Education

SC H O O L O F T H EO LO GY A N D M I N I ST RY Biblical Literature Biblical and Theological Studies Children’s Ministries Christian Education Christian Ministries Christian Theology Community Development Global Ministries Intercultural Studies Philosophy and Theology Practical Theology Sports Ministries Worship Arts Worship Ministries Worship Ministries + Pastoral Ministries Worship Studies and Music Ministry Youth Ministries

G RA D UAT E C O U N SEL I N G P RO G RA M S

Master of Arts with a Major in: Addictions Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling Community Care Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy School Counseling Student Development Administration

Certificates Addictions Counseling Post-Master’s Degree Certificate Professional Coaching Certificate

Pre-Declared Studies V ISIT INDW ES. EDU F OR A F U LL LIST OF G R A DUAT E A ND OT HER IW U DEG R EES.

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PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY PH.D., UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO B.S., OLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITY

DR. MARY ALICE TRENT PROFESSOR OF MODERN LANGUAGE & LITERATURE PH.D., UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE M.A., MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY B.A., MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY “I think Christian writers have a moral obligation, and an ethical obligation, to speak God’s truth through our writing.

In our division, you’ll find we promote an inviting environment, academic rigor and a relationship with Jesus Christ.”

D R. TI M STEEN B ERGH PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY AND GENESYS MEDICAL CENTER PH.D., UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS M.A., BALL STATE UNIVERSITY B.S., INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY “My students inspire me because I never know how God will use what we’re learning to advance His kingdom. One of my favorite things about teaching is hearing about all the interesting places our students end up working—in clinics, not-for-profits, human resource departments, research hospitals and even Google.”

A N G E LA BA I L EY PROFESSOR OF NURSING MSN, UNIVERSITY OF INDIANAPOLIS BSN, INDIANA UNIVERSITY-PURDUE UNIVERSITY INDIANAPOLIS “I want to teach my students to consider their patients as holistic beings who require care of their minds, bodies and spirits, while also teaching them to consider the patients’ families who need to see an example of Christ.”

Educator

Psychologist

“IWU students are students with extraordinary vision and hope for the future. Many of them already have an eternal perspective, and their lives will change the world.”

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D R. M ATTHEW KREI TZ ER

Nurse

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION M.A., COLUMBIA TEACHERS COLLEGE B.M., MANHATTAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC

FACULTY PROFILES

Our programs’ success hinges on over 150 nationally recognized faculty members. Our 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio affords personal collaboration with professors who are passionate about your success!

“My aim is to bring students into the center of research collaboration. Research experiences for undergraduates catalyze an excitement for science that propels them into leading graduate and medical schools where they will go on to become part of the next generation of STEM leaders.”

TO D D W I L L I A MS

Writer

Musician

MEET OUR FACULTY

Scientist

FACULTY PROFILES

TA LA N DR A N E F F ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION M.ED., INDIANA UNIVERSITY SOUTH BEND B.S., PURDUE UNIVERSITY “It is my goal to model Christ’s interaction with people without preconceived ideas, but with love, compassion and empathy. I want all teachers to be prepared for the challenges and rewards that abound in the field of education, recognizing that this opportunity is a gift from God.”

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IWU IS LOCATED IN MARION, BETWEEN INDIANA’S TWO LARGEST CITIES.

COUNTRY

WILDCAT

NATIONAL AVERAGE FOR PRIVATE INSTITUTIONS

INDIANAPOLIS

FT. WAYNE

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MARION CINCINNATI

183 miles to Chicago 165 miles to Cincinnati

CHICAGO

BEST COLLEGE DORMS IN AMERICA

Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education

TOP SCHOOLS FOR ENGAGEMENT IN AMERICA

U.S. News & World Report

BEST UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING PROGRAMS IN MIDWEST

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BEST COLLEGE DORMS IN INDIANA

2017-2018 IWU AVERAGE

#1 #5 #6 25 TOP

ACRES

320

CAMPUS SIZE

2,853

ENROLLMENT

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FOUNDED IN

97% 91%

Once you register for classes, we'll send you a free access code for the CliftonStrengths® assessment, which allows you to discover your unique strengths.

This measures graduates entering fullor part-time jobs, volunteer service, military service or continuing education.

CAREER OUTCOMES RATE

$0

DISCOVER YOUR STRENGTHS

13:1

STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO

Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship and leadership.

OUR MISSION

WE ARE WILDCATS

RANKINGS

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UNAPOLOGETICALLY

CHRIST CENTERED

IWU is unapologetically Christ centered, and that worldview is at the heart of everything IWU students experience in the classroom, residence halls and extracurriculars.

“At IWU, our goal is to help students change the world through lives that are deeply rooted in Christ and deeply committed to living out His values. The world is in desperate need of professionals who are passionate about Jesus, and IWU is in the business of helping that happen!�

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RES LIFE It’s your home away from home. It’s not just where you sleep; it’s also where you spend the majority of your time. So, each of our residence halls has been designed to be a place where you love to live, with unique traditions and character that unite students under one roof. Featuring free laundry and private, in-suite bathrooms, our residence halls are top-ranked in Indiana.

Amenities Suite-style shared bathrooms Air conditioning

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Carpet or laminate wood flooring Wellness room

F EM A L E H A L LS

TV lounge Laundry room on every floor (free!)

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Beckett Hall Carmin Hall Evans Hall Martin Hall Reed Hall

M A L E H A L LS

BEST COLLEGE DORMS IN INDIANA

Hodson Hall South Hall

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The Campus

WILD CAT STA D IU M P H IL L IP P E P E R FO R M IN G A RTS C E N T E R

The foundation of IWU’s global learning community is the picturesque and beautifully maintained residential campus encompassing 320 acres on the southern edge of Marion, Indiana. The campus, built debt free, has been prayerfully and intentionally designed and constructed to ensure plenty of space for learning, living and worshiping.

AT H L ET IC C O M P L EX

OTT HA LL OF S CI E NCES & NURSING

RECREAT ION & WELLNESS C E N T E R

C H A P E L-AUD ITO R IU M

BA R N ES ST UD E N T C E N T E R

EL D ER H A L L JAC KS O N L IB R A RY

BEA RD A RTS C EN T ER

M AXW EL L C EN T ER

WILLIAMS PRAYER C H A P E L

GOODMAN HALL NOGGLE CHRIST IA N MINIST RIES CE N T E R

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FUSION

Bowman Boat Race

Volunteer to help plan and coordinate the high-energy FUSION event, a two-day high school youth conference held on campus. You’ll even get to see special performances by artists like Lecrae, NEEDTOBREATHE and for KING & COUNTRY.

Help your residence hall create a cardboard boat that will withstand a race on the University pond. You may even see some of your professors out there on the water!

COMMUNITY SHAPED BY

TRAD ITION

Spotted Cow Bring a blanket and lounge on the lawn for this annual spring music festival featuring a talented lineup of local bands.

IWU will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2020! That means generations of students have left a lasting mark on this community.

Come experience our cherished campus traditions and be a part of creating new ones.

Homecoming Derby Grab a scooter, tricycle, hop ball or pair of rollerblades and compete in relay races with your residence hall as part of homecoming week.

Rebash Ring in the New Year (again) on the dance floor after you return from Winter Break.

Celebrating

100 YEARS

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Grow your voice and make a difference through student organizations. Get involved with issues that matter to you, like creation care, politics or combating human trafficking.

Or, join a professional development organization that pertains to your future career. IWU is a passionate, active campus. We want to hear your voice.

GET INVOLVED

6th Man Association of Computing Machinery Association of International Relations Delight Fellowship of Christian Athletes International Student Association IWU Community Folk Dance IWU Community of Accountants IWU Dance Marathon Koinonia

Racquetbal

Marching Band – Coming 2021 Mathematical Academia Consortium NEXUS Financial Discipleship Center Nurses Christian Fellowship Political Engagement Club Public Relations Student Society of America Reclaiming Eros Science Club Social Justice Club Social Work Club Spikeball Club Student Organ Donation Advocates IWU Swim Club IWU Ultimate Frisbee Club

NEXUS Financial Discipleship Center

The Ron Blue Institute for Financial Planning, a wholly owned subsidiary of IWU, established the NEXUS Financial Discipleship Center at IWU for the purpose of equipping students and the local community with the knowledge necessary to live financially sound lives.

The Center is staffed with highly trained student coaches who are well versed in a variety of topics, including financial goal development, budgeting and student loan planning. IWU students can utilize the Center free of charge.

Intramurals Get your athletic fix and keep fit through intramural sports.

Whether you lettered for four years or were a casual athlete, IWU intramurals offer something for everyone.

FA L L SEM EST ER Flag Football Outdoor Soccer Volleyball

SP RI N G SEM EST ER Basketball Bowling Indoor Soccer Inner Tube Water Polo Volleyball

M AY T ERM Campus (Tennis Ball) Golf Racquetball

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THE HEARTBEAT OF CAMPUS

The Lawn

The Lawn outside of the Student Center is a great place to hang a hammock or lay out a blanket and enjoy a warm Indiana afternoon.

Whether you are studying, shooting hoops, playing volleyball or hanging with friends, it’s bound to be a good time.

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Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A is one of the many food options that students have as a part of their meal plan.

Other choices include make-your-own stir-fry, a chicken wing station, and Baldwin Dining Hall, where a wide selection of healthy and satisfying options is available daily.

McConn Coffee Co.

McConn Coffee Co. is a bustling corner café, popular with coffee drinkers and non-coffee drinkers alike. Staffed by over 40 baristas ranging from freshmen to seniors, McConn serves as the Student Center social hub. It's the perfect place to chill with friends and faculty, and to truly get a sense of the uniqueness of the IWU community.

Barnes Student Center

You won’t find a better place to spend the next few years. There’s always something going on at the Barnes Student Center, like weekly big-screen movies, music festivals, comedy nights, coffee shop concerts and Nerf wars. Your activity calendar can be as full as you want.

Globe Theatre

The Globe Theatre shows some of the year’s top films. This past year, movies included Mary Poppins Returns, Incredibles 2 and Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse.

Trader James

This convenience store is a quick-stop shop to pick up pre-packaged snacks and beverages.

The Garage

Stop by The Garage to rent adventure-learning equipment, like kayaks, tents, sleds and mountain bikes. You can find The Garage conveniently located in the Barnes Student Center. With the right equipment in tow, you’ll be ready for your next adventure!

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WILDCAT PRIDE

WILDCAT FOOTBALL Cheer on the IWU football team! Our Wildcats practice and play in a newly constructed stadium featuring 2,500 seats, artificial turf and a fully equipped weight room.

Wildcat Athletics

Grounded in scripture found in Philippians 2:1-11, Wildcat Athletics strives to imitate Christ’s humility while pursuing spiritual growth, academic achievement and leadership development. Student-athletes are leaders not only for their team, but for the world around them. Our athletic teams travel abroad for missions trips and serve in our local community.

IWU boasts 18 talented intercollegiate teams—the newest additions being men’s football and women’s swimming and diving.

BASKET BALL

Men’s and Women’s

BASEBALL Men’s

FO OT BA L L

S O FT BA L L

GOLF

SWIM M IN G

Men’s

Women’s

Men’s and Women’s

CHEER T EAM

T R AC K & FIE L D

Co-Ed

CROSS COUNT RY

Men’s and Women’s

J ORDAN LAN GS HEAD FOOTBALL COACH Selected to the 2019 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute by the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA).

Women’s

T E N N IS

(Indoor/Outdoor) Men’s and Women’s

Men’s and Women’s

SOCCER

Women’s

VO L L EY BA LL

Men’s and Women’s

Champions with a Purpose

Join or support Wildcat teams focused on both winning and their Christian witness. Among many department-wide accomplishments, the men’s basketball team has won three NAIA Division II National Championships in a five-year span with titles in 2014, 2016 and 2018.

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C R O S S R OA D S L EAG U E A L L- S P O RTS T R O P H I ES

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N C CAA N AT I O N A L CHAMPIONSHIPS

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C R O S S R OA D S L EAG U E CHAMPIONSHIPS

CAN DACE M OATS HEAD VOLLEYBALL COACH Named part of the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Hall of Fame Class of 2018.

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

ROOTED IN THE COMMUNITY

ACTS O F K I N D N ESS

FA I T H I N ACT I O N

G RA N T C O U N TY RESC U E M I SSI O N

Complete service projects in the community as part of a one-day mass effort to serve Grant County.

Provide home repairs.

Serve meals or help out in the thrift store.

BRA I N K I TC H EN Cook meals with local kids in a special after-school program geared toward developing life skills.

BRI D G ES TO H EA LT H Founded on the tradition of The Wesleyan Church, which materialized amid the fervor of the abolition and women’s rights movements, Indiana Wesleyan University prepares you to carry on the legacy of changing the world around the corner or across the globe.

None are so young... as to be excused from assisting their neighbors.

JO H N W E S L EY ENGLISH CLERIC, THEOLOGIAN

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IWU BUCKET LIST

Be sure to check out these places and activities within the local community!

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T RY AT L EAST O N E S UN DA E A N D O N E SH A K E AT I VA N H O E’ S

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WA L K/R UN /B IKE T H E CA R D I N A L G REEN WAY

AC C E LE R AT E IN D IA N A IN T E R N S H IP P R O G R A M | Complete a paid

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D O A “G R A N T C O U N TY C O F F EE C RAW L”

internship with a business in Grant County. Made possible through a Lilly grant, the program boasts a 100% career placement rate after graduation.

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H AV E A B O N FIR E AT KETC H A M WO O D S

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V IS IT T H E WA LKWAY O F LI G H TS I N M AT T ER PA RK I N D EC EM BER

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EX P LO R E T H E KO KIWA N E E N AT U RE P RESERVE

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G I L EA D M I N I ST RY Visit, call or make cards for cancer patients.

G RAC E H O U SE Work with men recovering from substance abuse.

M A RI O N D ESI G N C O .

Use your design skills to help revitalize the city of Marion.

M A RI O N C O M M U N I TY SC H O O L O F T H E A RTS Teach classes and help build sets for Marion youth.

Join nursing students offering free medical care treatments and handwashing lessons to children in schools.

M A R IO N D ES IG N C O . | A creative studio and branch of IWU’s Division of Art + Design, Marion Design Co. seeks to implement socially relevant design solutions that propel and empower the Marion community.

IWU students serve locally, partnering with community organizations in Marion and throughout the Grant County area.

IN O NE Y EAR: 2 ,1 90 STU DE NTS VO LU NTE E RE D 6 7 HO U RS EACH 8 0 O RGANIZATIO NS 1 4 6 ,73 0 TOTAL HO U RS

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TRAVEL ABROAD Hundreds of IWU students travel abroad to serve and to study in a variety of ways G LO BA L S E RV IC E L EA R N IN G T EA M S | Led by faculty/staff to international locations such as Haiti, Kenya, Bosnia, Croatia, China and the Dominican Republic.

IN T E R N AT IO N A L FIE L D T R IP EX P E R IE N C ES | Led by faculty over Spring Break.

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IWU has a scope that extends worldwide as we seek to fulfill our mission and vision by fostering a global mindset among our students and serving the global church.

IWU is proud to offer many opportunities to travel abroad and encourages students to experience cultures around the world!

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IN T E R N AT IO N A L IN T E R N S H IP S , ST U D E N T T EAC H IN G A N D P R ACT IC UM EX P E R IE N C ES | Fulfill program requirements in a particular major.

T RAVEL C LASSES| Take place in international locations such as: ENGLAND IRELAND SPAIN ITALY GREECE TURKEY ECUADOR

HONDURAS JAMAICA GUATEMALA CHINA BELIZE BULGARIA ICELAND

SU M M ER/ SEM EST ER A BROA D P RO G RA M S| International locations such as Lithuania, Spain, Austraila, England, Zambia, Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

INTERNATIONAL VISITORS The IWU-Marion campus welcomes international students and visiting scholars from around the world S E M EST E R A B R OA D AT IWU | For international college students hosted on the IWU-Marion campus.

V ISI T I N G SC H O LA RS P RO G RA M | For international educators to engage in professional developement workshops with IWU faculty.

C U LT U RA L I M M ERSI O N P RO G RA M | For

BRI D G E P RO G RA M | For first-year

international high school students that takes place on the IWU-Marion campus.

international college students whose first language is not English.

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USING THEIR GIFTS

...fulfilling their calling

ALUMNI PROFILES

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ALUMNI PROFILES

LYNETTE E LLC ESSOR, BSN, RN

M I CHAEL GON GWER

SHAEL I E CLARK

SA N T I AG O JA R A M I L LO

MAJOR: NURSING GRAD YEAR: 2016 CAREER: TRAVEL NURSE | OCEANSIDE, CA

MAJOR: BIOCHEMISTRY GRAD YEAR: 2019 CAREER: MEDICAL SCHOOL STUDENT | LOS ANGELES, CA

MAJOR: MEDIA COMMUNICATION GRAD YEAR: 2016 CAREER: NEWS ANCHOR | EVANSVILLE, IN

MAJOR: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/MARKETING GRAD YEAR: 2012 CAREER: ENTREPRENEUR | INDIANAPOLIS, IN

“IWU has prepared me in so many ways. Not only am I academically above my coworkers, but I also have a foundation of love for God and community that was strengthened at IWU.” Seeking adventure, Lynette Ellcessor decided to pursue travel nursing, a role that places nurses in a specific location for approximately 13 weeks. She landed an assignment as a labor and delivery nurse in southern California. For Lynette, this was a perfect fit, as it allowed her to fulfill her dream of living in California without permanently moving there. Working three-day weeks, she used her free time to explore the area and experience a new part of the country.

“IWU has done a great job at preparing me for medical school. Through the unique research opportunities and my professors’ high standards, I am better prepared when compared to my medical school classmates.”

After scoring in the 100th percentile on the MCAT, Michael Gongwer was accepted into four competitive MD-PhD programs: Yale; University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); Washington University in St. Louis; and Vanderbilt.

He decided to enroll in UCLA’s MD-PhD program, which is training him as both a physician and scientist to make advances in medicine. Michael’s goal is to run a neuroscience research lab and work as a neurologist seeing patients.

“The communication department offers so many ways to get hands-on learning, which is so important in my field. By the time I graduated, I had four years of experience on camera, and that put me ahead at my first job.”

As a news anchor at 14 News WFIE, Shaelie Clark is a local celebrity in the tri-state area of southwestern Indiana, northwestern Kentucky and southeastern Illinois. Shaelie anchors the morning newscast as well as the midday news segment. She also has the opportunity to go into the community where she is able to use her creativity and reporting skills to write, shoot and edit news segments that tell local stories.

“I do what I do because I love it. I think that’s success to me­­—getting to do what I love every single day of my life.”

Barely a year out of college, Santiago Jaramillo found himself joining an elite group: Inc. magazine’s list of “30 Under 30” entrepreneurs for 2013. In college, he founded Bluebridge to create mobile apps for small businesses and churches, making more than $100,000 in his senior year alone. In 2016, Santiago sold Bluebridge’s church and tourism business for $8 million. Since then, he has shifted his focus to founding Emplify, a growing company that provides businesses with an app designed to increase employee engagement.

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FINANCIAL AID

Beginning the Conversation You’re worth the investment.

A college degree increases your career opportunities.

Out-of-pocket costs for IWU often equal or are close to public institutions. IWU provides merit-

and need-based financial aid on top of federal and state funds that offset tuition charges. The types of aid include grants, scholarships, loans and work opportunities.

FOR M ORE INFORM AT ION ABOUT FINANCIAL AID, VIS IT INDWES . EDU/UG/FINANCIAL-AID

FAFSA CODE

Initial priority filing window is Oct. 1 - Nov. 30.

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File your 2020-2021 FAFSA by April 15 to guarantee you receive maximum consideration for federal, state and IWU aid.

How to Complete the FAFSA F I LLI N G OU T T HE FA FSA CA N B E ST R A I GHT F ORWA R D AN D EASY. STUDE N TS AN D PAR E N TS CAN F I L E ON L I N E AT FA FSA . GOV OR BY D OW NLOADIN G TH E MYSTUDE N TAID MO B ILE APP.

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2020-2021 Transfer Academic Awards

Status requires completion of at least 12 college-level credit hours after high school graduation. Transfer students are considered for academic scholarships of up to $10,000.

2020-2021 Academic Merit Scholarships Academic Awards up to $16,000 are available based upon the merits of high school work (GPA & SAT/ACT scores) to honor dedication to studies, and to symbolize our institutional commitment to the future and success of every student.

The Value of a Private Christian University

Cost

The annual Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) tuition study confirms that member institutions continue to offer an excellent value in comparison to other private four-year U.S. colleges.

Not only are CCCU colleges less expensive, annual increases in

ROOM & BOARD

tuition and fees are growing at a slower rate than other private fouryear colleges.

IWU’s tuition is $1,650 less per year than the average 2019-20 tuition of the six CCCU member institutions in Indiana.

TUITION

$27,296

TOTAL

100%

OF IWU STUDENTS RECEIVE SOME FORM OF INSTITUTIONAL AID.

Financial Aid Calculators To calculate the amount of financial aid available to you, visit indwes.edu/aid-estimator To calculate the amount of academic scholarship you can earn, visit indwes.edu/scholarship-calculator To discover additional scholarships and grants available to you, visit indwes.edu/scholarships

$8,768 $36,064

Numbers based on 2019-20 cost.

Financial Aid Quick Tips EXP LO RE IWU’s three-year degree completion options to reduce costs.

FOR M ORE INFORM AT ION ABOUT T UIT ION, VIS IT INDWES . EDU/ T UIT ION

T RA N SF ER in dual credits to reduce tuition costs and speed up graduation.

D O U BL E an annual scholarship from your church up to $1,000; ($1,500 for a Wesleyan church) through the Church Matching Scholarship.

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THE NEXT STEPS 2

Submit Your Deposit After Acceptance Your deposit is what secures your spot on campus—so the sooner you submit your deposit the better!

Once it is received, you can attend Admitted Student Weekend and register for classes.

To submit your deposit, visit indwes.edu/deposit

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Apply Submit your application early! IWU has a rolling deadline, meaning the Admissions team makes acceptance decisions continually.

To apply, visit: admissions.indwes.edu/apply

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Submit Your Housing Application Be sure to tell us where you prefer to live on campus. Check out your residence hall options by visiting indwes.edu/residence-halls.

To apply for housing, visit housing.indwes.edu

Complete Your FAFSA File your FAFSA by April 15 to guarantee you receive maximum consideration for federal, state and IWU aid.

For more information, visit: fafsa.gov

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Register for Classes Can’t make ASW? No sweat.

There are additional New Student Registration options in the summer where you can still register for classes and meet with faculty.

Sign Up for Admitted Student Weekend (ASW) M A R C H 14 & 15, 20 20 This weekend is all about you! Be in the first group to register for classes and get your schedule for the fall semester. You’ll also be able to meet some of your fellow classmates and celebrate at the Wildcat Bash!

Attend TREK (New Student Orientation) Move into your residence hall earlier than upperclassmen and join your fellow classmates for a weeklong orientation that will help get you acclimated to college life.

For more information on TREK, visit indwes.edu/ug/admissions/ new-student-orientation

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Get Cleared for Class Before arriving on campus and moving in, you will need to ensure you are ready to begin classes by completing the Cleared for Class checklist.

To view the list, visit indwes.edu/clearedforclass

For more information on ASW, visit indwes.edu/asw

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VISIT CAMPUS

Join the pack.

Change the world.

While blogs, videos, photos and maps are useful, you have to truly discover in person all IWU has in store for you!

Not only will you tour our campus, you’ll meet our students and faculty, join them in class and chapel, hang out with them and see what it means to be a Wildcat.

Plan to ask your admissions counselor your most important questions.

G E N E R A L V IS IT DAYS Find out why campus will feel like a second home! Of course we'll give you the grand tour, but you'll also get to worship in chapel, eat in the dining commons, ask financial aid questions, meet faculty and current students, and explore 80+ majors. It's a great option for your first visit to IWU.

S P OT L IG H T DAYS Pretty certain about the direction of your life calling? Ready for a look at the innerworkings of your major? Then Spotlight Visit Days may be the perfect choice for you. These days are tailor-made to give you quality time with faculty and students in your specific academic area of interest.

C USTO M WIL D CAT V IS ITS Custom visits give you the option of visiting on a day that works best for you.

Your day can start in the morning or the afternoon. If you would like to attend Chapel or schedule custom appointments such as sitting in on a class or meeting with a professor, please plan to arrive in the morning.

Fall

Summer

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 GENERAL VISIT DAY Spotlight on Life Calling Spotlight on Theology & Ministry

FRIDAY, MAY 8 GENERAL VISIT DAY

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 GENERAL VISIT DAY Spotlight on Transfer Students MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 GENERAL VISIT DAY MONDAY, OCTOBER 14 Spotlight on Business Spotlight on Social Sciences Spotlight on Behavioral Sciences FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 Spotlight on Nursing FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Spotlight on Communication & Theatre Spotlight on Modern Language & Literature FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Spotlight on Natural Sciences Spotlight on Math & Computer Information Sciences Spotlight on Health & Human Performance FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 GENERAL VISIT DAY

Spring

MONDAY, JULY 20 SUMMER VISIT DAY

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 GENERAL VISIT DAY Spotlight on Life Calling FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 Destino IWU Spotlight for Spanish-Speaking Families FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Spotlight on Nursing MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17 GENERAL VISIT DAY (President's Day) Spotlight on Music

Schedule your visit by registering online or calling us today!

Look for the registration form along with a complete list of upcoming Visit Days at I N DW ES. ED U / VI SI T We look forward to hosting you soon!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29 GENERAL VISIT DAY Spotlight on Transfer Students

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FRIDAY, MARCH 20 GENERAL VISIT DAY Spotlight on Teacher Education FRIDAY, APRIL 3 GENERAL VISIT DAY (Fusion Youth Conference follows) FRIDAY, APRIL 17 GENERAL VISIT DAY

We can help with expenses!

Call us at 765-677-6507 to learn more about programs that can help cover your travel expenses. Be sure to contact us before you make any travel plans to confirm a date and ensure that all program requirements can be met so we can honor these offers.

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