IU School of Health & Human Sciences

Paige Chitwood and Tori Hanshew serve as women’s health co-chairs for IU Department of Occupational Therapy. Paige and Tori volunteer alongside classmates and other health–care students at the IU student outreach clinic to provide free clinic services to neighbors in the Indianapolis community!

All smiles for Discover SHHS camp! Current high school students gained knowledge about pre-health programs and majors, explored future careers, and discovered the local community through a three-day, two-night immersive camp experience!

Joseph Muciarelli and Nolan King rocked their announcer booth roles this weekend at the AES 500 Festival parade.

Share your success with SHHS! We would love to hear about your post-graduation plans, so if you have not already, please complete our first destination survey. To complete the survey, click the link below and press "skip advertisement".

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Congratulations, SHHS graduates! We wish the class of 2024 well on their next adventure! 🎓 🙌

Prospective students hit a home run with Team SHHS! ⚾ Prospective students recently attended a Indianapolis Indians game at Victory Field. SHHS faculty, staff, and current students welcomed students to their department or program and the SHHS community.

Congratulations to Amber Comer, J.D., Ph.D., associate professor of health sciences for being recognized as Indy’s Best & Brightest by Junior Achievement of Central Indiana! The award encompasses ten categories, honoring young professionals who excel in their respective fields. To learn more about Ambers’s award, click the link below!

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Over the weekend, IU Department of Occupational Therapy students traveled to Orlando to attend the American Occupational Therapy Association - AOTA conference and highlight their research!

Are you in the business of arts, culture, entertainment, events, or sports? Through your work, do you strive to attract and retain top talent? Maybe you are a policy wonk or economic developer. If so, then NEXTGEN Indy is a community discussion for you!

Be among the first to hear insights uncovered by a groundbreaking study comparing resident and non-resident Gen Z perspectives on arts, culture, sports, and events. Gain exclusive access to Indy influencers Doug Boles, Al Carroll, Carissa Newton, Kristian Little Stricklen, & Eric Tobias. Keep the conversation going during the post-event hosted reception.

Equipped with exclusive information and insights to inform your business practices, you'll be a part of the forward-thinking team that drives innovation and builds Indy’s brand around culture and events.

NEXTGEN Indy | Wednesday, April 17, 3:30 p.m. | IUPUI Hine Hall | free

Special thanks to the Efroymson Family Fund for presenting this event.

To register, click the link below.

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Be a change agent! Inform your practice & drive cultural innovation! NEXTGEN Indy: The second in a series community conversations, this event will focus on innovation in culture to drive Indy's economy and succes.

Pop into SHHS for popcorn and swag! 🍿 ✨ Swing by the health sciences lobby or natatorium concourse for a well-deserved study break.

🗓️ Tuesday, April 2
🕓 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍Natatorium Concourse & Health Sciences Lobby

Spring break is in full swing for Special Topics in Tourism class, as they attend South by Southwest 2024! Ten IUPUI students from multiple majors, led by TESM professor Erica Shonkwiler, soak up creative experiences and opportunities all week long at the SXSW conference in Austin, Texas. Students volunteer within an area of their choosing, explore all the festival has to offer, and connect with various industry leaders.

White River State Park is the current classroom for SHHS tourism and event management students at IUPUI, as they collaborate in the planning and delivery of Lunacy! Solar Eclipse Festival for their capstone class experience. Click the link below to watch and learn more about activations for the solar eclipse.

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SHHS students, get ready to sizzle and stir! 🥘 Join us for a free cooking class to make a one-pan pasta creation. Only 24 spots are available. To sign up, click the link below.

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Johnna’s career journey reflects her passion for helping others. With a doctorate in occupational therapy, she has become a highly skilled clinician, researcher, adjunct professor, and SHHS community member. To read more, click the link below.

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Spring into action! Don’t miss out on the chance to take an activity class. From yoga to rock climbing, there is something for everyone. To explore courses, search “HPER-E 100” on iGPS.

Are you searching for a career where every day is different and feels like an adventure?

Sign up for this session to learn specifics about career paths through the tourism, event, and sport management department (TESM). From event and travel planning, destination marketing, cool conventions, game operations, and more, TESM has great options for you to explore.

Join us on Tuesday, March 19, for free food and discover how you can channel your passion into your perfect career path! To learn more and register, click the link below.

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Katherine Gonzalez, a third-year health sciences and first-generation college student, values the mentorship opportunities SHHS has provided her with. Katherine feels equipped for success for the remainder of her time at SHHS and will hold on to that support as she furthers her education and works towards becoming a physician. Click the link below to read Katherine's story.

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Interested in pursuing a career in sports? Indianapolis is the place to be! Not one, but three sports management students are interning with Indiana Sports Corp and contributing to a positive impact on the sports community. To learn more about their stories, click the link below.

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Donuts with the Dean was the perfect combo of sweet treats and conversation! 🍩 😊

Please join us to learn and discuss serious illness and supportive care. You will hear from Dr. R. Sean Morrison on his critical illness research, discover the health sciences department's upcoming minor, and network with faculty and professionals. To register, click the link below.

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🗓️ Thursday, February 29
🕓 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Campus Center (CE 002)

Jump into the SHHS community! Future freshman—apply now and begin your journey with dreamers, doers, and leaders.

Happy American Heart Month! ❤️ To celebrate, we have a scavenger hunt for SHHS students starting today through Feb 29. Look for heart health facts hidden throughout the Natatorium and Health Sciences buildings.

There are 25 hearts in each location. If you find one of the heart facts, please turn the heart fact into the following locations below to claim two tickets for ice skating at Holliday Park! 😊⛸️

Natatorium hearts: SHHS front desk
Health Sciences hearts: RG 3001

In the heart of our community, Rebecca Richey is making an impact working full-time in the emergency department at IU Health Methodist Hospital. Rebecca graduated from the IU Physician Assistant Program in 2022 and then completed a post-graduate training program at IU Methodist, where she worked to redesign the triage process to help improve patient flow.

Save the date SHHS students! Swing by Donuts with the Dean on Wednesday, February 14. The first 350 students will receive a free donut.

🗓️ Wednesday, February 14
🕓 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Natatorium Concourse

Daniel Powers has always been eager to help and support others. After graduating from the IU Physician Assistant Program, he went to work for Community Health Network in Indianapolis and Kokomo as a physician assistant in the emergency department. Outside of his professional role, Daniel gives back to the community through volunteer work with Gennesaret Free Clinics and serving as a preceptor for PA students in the ER.

Cheers to Pam Ross on her well-deserved retirement! Her positive energy made SHHS feel like home for many students. You will be missed dearly by the SHHS community and physical therapy program. We wish you the best in your next chapter!

Join us in celebrating MLK Day! SHHS stands united in driving diversity, justice and equality.

Our students kicked off the new year at Warm Wishes! Students were able to share goals, enjoy cookies, and grab winter giveaway items.

Welcome back to campus, SHHS students! We are excited to welcome everyone back and kick off the spring semester. #2024

Discover endless experiences in our TESM program. Indianapolis’s prominent tourism and diverse culture provide students with a dynamic learning environment to prepare them for future professional roles.