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IUPUI's Tourism Department Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Special Program Featuring President of Largest Global Community of Meeting Professionals

Bruce MacMillanSeptember 9, 2009 —
The Department of Tourism, Conventions and Event Management (TCEM) at IUPUI is celebrating a significant milestone: 10 years of operating under its current name and offering a four-year Bachelor of Science degree.

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IUPUI, City of Indianapolis Delegation Heads to Moi University

May 7, 2009 — A major delegation from IUPUI and the city of Indianapolis will participate in the International Symposium “Towards Kenyan National Dialogue, Healing, and Reconciliation: Reform Issues in a Modern African State” from May 13-15, 2009 at Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

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IU Will Create Public Health Schools at IUPUI and IU Bloomington

May 6, 2009 — In response to long-standing public health needs in Indiana, Indiana University President Michael A. McRobbie today announced a plan that calls for the formation of two schools of public health, one at IU Bloomington and the other at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.

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Gladden appointed Dean of the IU School of Physical Education and Tourism Management at IUPUI

Dr. James ('Jay') GladdenMay 4, 2009 —
Dr. James (“Jay”) Gladden has been appointed Dean of the IU School of Physical Education and Tourism Management at IUPUI, pending approval by the IU Board of Trustees, announced Chancellor Charles R. Bantz.

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Conference at IUPUI to Examine Economy's Toll on Tourism; How to Market Cultural Tourism When Times are Tough

April 20, 2009 — The 2009 Indiana Cultural Tourism Conference will focus on the economy’s impact on travel and how to creatively attract travelers who want to experience the arts, heritage and the special character of unique places.

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Seven IUPUI Faculty Tapped to Join Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching

April 13, 2009 — Seven Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis faculty members are among the 17 recipients of the 2009 Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching award.

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2009 Outstanding IUPUI Students Named

April 8, 2009 — Andrew Strong, a senior in the Purdue School of Science, and Beatrice Thungu, a junior in the Purdue School of Science, have been named the most outstanding male and female students at IUPUI for 2009.

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IUPUI TO PROMOTE EDUCATION WITH SARAH FISHER RACING

February 6, 2009 —
Sarah Fisher Racing (SFR) today announced a partnership with Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) which would sponsor IndyCar Series driver and team owner, Sarah Fisher for the upcoming 2009 IndyCar Series season. 

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Indianapolis Residents’ Negative Perceptions on Safety Seem to Be Improving

January 20, 2009 — Indianapolis residents’ negative perceptions about safety and security seem to be turning a corner, according to an annual quality of life survey conducted by the Department of Tourism, Conventions and Event Management (TCEM) at IUPUI.

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IUPUI Fit for Life, Nursing Students Help Staff George Washington Wellness Center

September 19, 2008 — Indianapolis Public Schools Superintendent Eugene White and Marion County Health Department Director Dr. Virginia Caine on Tuesday (Sept. 16,2008) announced public fitness hours for a new Wellness Center at George Washington Community High School on the city's near Westside.

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