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Save the Date
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IPFW Department of Theatre
50th Celebration Gala Performance and Reception
Come celebrate 50 years of theatre at IPFW as the Department of Theatre presents a new production, directed by Dean John O'Connell, of The Imaginary Invalid by Moliere - the first play ever produced at IPFW in November 1964.
Join alumni, faculty, staff, and supporters of the IPFW Department of Theatre on November 14 for a reception at 6 p.m. in the Rhinehart Music Center, followed by an opening night curtain at 8 p.m. in Williams Theatre.
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First Destination Survey
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IPFW is dedicated to helping students achieve post-graduate success,
a critical part of the mission of the entire institution.
The purpose of First Destination Survey
The IPFW Career Services First Destination Survey provides comprehensive and reliable data which can be used to accurately inform and shape career expectations of current undergraduates, new alumni, and prospective students.
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Affinity Group Update |
We have been busy creating affinity groups for alumni to join!
These groups will connect you with the alumni who shared your experiences at IPFW. Right now we have three groups you can join:
The Blue and White Committee - A group of alumni who also work on the IPFW campus
The Latino American Affinity Group - A group to connect alumni and students with other local organizations that promote Latino culture
African American Affinity Group - A group to connect with students on campus and eventually award a scholarship to honor the life and legacy of Bettye Poignard, the first director of Multicultural Services
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Halloween Howl
Walk and Run |
October 30 |5:45 p.m.
Bring the whole family!
Costume Judging
5:30 p.m.
Most Outrageous, Most Original, Most IPFW Spirit
Registration Fee
Students $5
Public: Pre-register $10
Day of - $15
Children 12 and under are free
Proceeds benefit the Brown Ink Society, a group that provides grants to IPFW students faced with financial emergencies that interfere with their educational pursuit at IPFW.
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Tapestry |
Emmy-winning broadcaster, author, and children's advocate
Jane Pauley
will be the keynote speaker at the 2015
Tapestry takes place Friday, April 24, 2015, at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Registration begins Friday, Feb. 20, 2015. Tickets include breakfast, two breakout sessions, the noon luncheon, presentation of the Parkview/Tapestry Scholarships, and Pauley's keynote address, as well as shopping in the many booths lining the perimeter of the Coliseum Expo Center.
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Upcoming Events
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November 6
Ball and Biscuit
IPFW Homecoming
January 24, 2015
Gates Fieldhouse
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▼ Connect with fellow alumni
▼ Learn how you can help found a new IPFW alumni chapter
▼ Meet Men's Basketball Head Coach Jon Coffman,
Vice Chancellor Wendy Kobler, and the Alumni Relations team
▼ Hear the latest university updates
▼ Complimentary food and beverage
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Spend a Minute with a Mastodon
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Minute with a Mastodon features our diverse and unique alumni!
 Andrew Gritzmaker
B.S. '08 -- Public Affairs
M.P.M '10 -- Public Mgmt.
We had the privilege of having Andrew answer a few questions about his experience and memories here at IPFW.
Take a few minutes and get to know Mastodon Andrew Gregory Gritzmaker.
How has your degree been beneficial?
My degree cracked open the door to the professional world and gave me the confidence I needed to keep pushing forward.
What would be your advice to someone who is considering IPFW?
IPFW is a great school with great staff and faculty who care about their students.
What course(s) have you found to be most valuable in your professional life?
Looking back on my time at IPFW it is hard to isolate a specific course or group of courses that helped me to this point in my career. Rather, I view my degrees as a collection of character building experiences with guidance from great teammates, role models, and educators.
What do you consider to be your greatest accomplishments, both personally and professionally?
Becoming the executive director for the Mad Anthonys Children's Hope House is my greatest accomplishment. I love what we do here and who we do it for. I feel humbled each day to have this opportunity. Read More
Share your story with other alumni and be featured on our website and e-newsletter
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The IPFW Alumni Association Needs Your Support.
Become a Member Today!
As a graduate of IPFW, you get two alumni association memberships for the price of one!
In addition to the many benefits offered by IUAA or PUAA, IPFWAA offers the following:
about how to receive all of these benefits and more.
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The Holidays are Just Around the Corner
Plan Your Holiday Party Now at the
Steel Dynamics Keith E. Busse IPFW Alumni Center
 The Alumni Center is a comfortable and accommodating space for this season's celebrations. Located on the west campus near the IPFW Holiday Inn, the Alumni Center is a lodge-like retreat that includes a large grand lobby, kitchen facilities, and meeting rooms that are perfect to bring the warmth of the holidays to your company's or family's holiday festivities.
All IPFW, IU, and Purdue alumni receive a 50% discount on rentals, which makes it perfect for any event!
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Networking:
Key to the Hidden Job Market
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November 11
5:30-- 8:30 p.m.
Walb Student Union Ballroom
 As many as 80 percent of job openings are not advertised, experts say, with employers looking more and more to trusted employees for referrals. That makes networking essential to new college grads, who turn to friends, professors, advisors, and alumni as their strategic contacts.
We invite General Studies alumni to attend and develop their networking skills. The evening will include a free dinner, business card exchange, presentations, panel discussion, and a question and answer session.
Program:
5:30 p.m. Meet and Greet
6 p.m. Dinner and Business Card Swap
6:45 p.m. Networking 101: Abby Wilder, corporate recruiter,
Lincoln Financial Group
7:30 p.m. YLNI Panel, "Networking for Young Professionals"
Event is free and open to General Studies students and alumni. Pre-registration is required.
R.S.V.P. by November 3 by calling 260-481-6828.
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A huge thank you to everyone who attended our 16th Annual Mastodon Roast on Oct. 7!
We had a great turnout and hope that all those who attended had a great time. We love connecting with our fellow alumni, staff, and faculty!
If you attended the event, please complete our survey and tell us about your experience.
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