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IU Occupational Therapy Program, NeuroHope partner to empower wheelchair users with skills training

Most people don’t think twice about navigating curbs, stairs or sidewalks. But for people in wheelchairs, they can be obstacles to daily living. Thanks to Skills on Wheels, a free wheelchair skills training program provided by the IU Occupational Therapy (OT) Program, adults and children are learning how to use their wheelchairs to remove barriers... Read more about 'IU Occupational Therapy Program, NeuroHope partner to empower wheelchair users with skills training' »

Class of 2025: 2+2 program helps TESM graduate realize her dream

After raising her children and working in the travel and health insurance industries, Tisha Owens made a life-changing decision. Turning her dream of earning a bachelor’s degree into reality, Owens took advantage of the 2+2 program—an agreement that allows students with Ivy Tech associate’s degrees to continue toward a bachelor’s degree at IU Indianapolis. “It... Read more about 'Class of 2025: 2+2 program helps TESM graduate realize her dream' »

Class of 2025: Army ROTC cadet finds passion, balance as sport management major

After four years as a central Indiana high school basketball standout and one year playing college basketball in Arizona, Indy Perry decided it was time for a change. Trading her court shoes for combat boots, Perry set her sights on a career in the U.S. Army. “I went to basic training and really liked it... Read more about 'Class of 2025: Army ROTC cadet finds passion, balance as sport management major' »

Class of 2025: Health Sciences program was perfect fit for first-gen college student

From an early age, Katherine Gonzalez played a significant role in her family’s health care decision-making. As the daughter of non-English speaking parents who came to the U.S. from Mexico, Gonzalez translated for them during visits to doctor’s offices and health clinics. “I was so amazed by it all; I just knew this [a career... Read more about 'Class of 2025: Health Sciences program was perfect fit for first-gen college student' »

Class of 2025: IU PT program is next stop for dedicated, involved kinesiology major

To hear Roufa Hanna talk about his passion for helping people, you’d never guess that he was once an engineering major. “I just didn’t see myself going down that path—I wanted a career where I could develop personal connections and help people overcome challenges,” said Hanna, who came to the U.S. from Egypt with his... Read more about 'Class of 2025: IU PT program is next stop for dedicated, involved kinesiology major' »

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