Who Is KDVD? An IU History Mystery
We don’t know who KDVD is. We don’t know what KDVD stands for. But we may have KDVD to thank for Indiana University’s most…
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Donors Join Forces To Support IU’s LGBTQ+ Community
“It’s not enough to pay lip service to diversity and inclusion. We must actively strive to improve the lives of those who are marginalized…
What’s In Your Dust (And Why Does It Matter?)
Inhale. Exhale. That’s one of about 20,000 breaths you’ll take today. And with each breath, you’re taking in dust particles—roughly 50 billion per hour….
1 Vote That Made All the Difference
The very existence of Indiana University all came down to a tiebreaker. The state of Indiana’s first constitution, in 1816, called for “a general…
11 Pride-Inducing Prizewinners
If you’re a die-hard fan of all things IU, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard of … Pulitzer Prize recipient Ernie Pyle, LHD…
20 IU Firsts
Since 1820, Indiana University faculty, staff, students, and alumni have been making their mark on the world. Here we celebrate some of IU’s greatest…
13 Traditions You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Have you ever kissed in the Rose Well House (1), swam in Showalter Fountain (2), lain on the ground and put your legs up…
10 Mascots That Weren’t
Just prior to the 2015 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, The Washington Post got into the March Madness spirit by creating a mascot emoji for…
16 IU Authors the World Will Still Be Reading at the Tricentennial
An iconic big red dog. A dystopian battle to the death for scarce resources. A pioneering work of feminist literary criticism. Indiana University authors…
3 Campus Maps From IU’s Past
Ah, the first day of class . . . Asking directions. Wending across campus. Charting a roundabout course to a building you only vaguely…
25 Acts of Courage, Compassion, and Creativity
When the global pandemic hit, the IU family did not falter. With generosity, determination, and ingenuity, we remained—as we have for 200 years—never daunted….
14 Students Poised to Change the World
Challenging the status quo. Shining a light on problems. Asking big questions. Proposing innovative solutions. These 14 IU students and recent graduates have accomplished…