Category Achievements

Achievements, Community

LaPierre named ‘Citizen of the Week’

Spring ushers in a time of appreciating nature in Indiana, and no one may appreciate it more than the man who was instrumental in starting an outdoor education area for local schools. David LaPierre, a retired life sciences teacher, was…

May 23, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Region celebrates 2017 commencement

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region – which includes campuses and instructional sites in Kokomo, Logansport, Peru, and Rochester – celebrated its 2017 commencement Friday, May 12. Hundreds of family members and friends gathered in the Kokomo…

May 20, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Trine University – Logansport recognizes May Student of the Month

Logansport resident Deion Rennewanz is currently in the Master of Business Administration program at Trine University in Logansport. Deion graduated from Logansport High School in 2014 with several dual credits offered in high school. Those credits gave Deion a jump…

May 17, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Two Cass County students awarded Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarships

The 200 Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship recipients have been selected following a competitive selection process based on academic achievement, teacher nomination and an in-person interview. The scholarship pays up to $7,500 annually (up to $30,000 total) for students who…

May 15, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Individuals, organization honored for leadership, contributions to Ivy Tech Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — As part of its 2017 commencement ceremony May 12, Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region will recognize a number of graduating students, as well as one student organization, for leadership and outstanding contributions at the College. The…

May 12, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Region to present honorary degree to John Adler

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region will present an honorary degree to John Adler, a retired United States Air Force colonel and long-time Kokomo area businessman and supporter of the College, during its May 12 commencement ceremonies. …

May 12, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo Region honors Yesenia Martinez with Alumni Achievement Award

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region will honor Yesenia Martinez of Logansport with the region’s 2017 Alumni Achievement Award during its commencement ceremony Friday, May 12. The award is presented annually by Ivy Tech Kokomo Region to…

May 12, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Indiana University Kokomo graduates excited to make future plans

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University Kokomo Class of 2017 expressed their excitement to graduate and begin the next phase of their lives artistically, decorating the tops of their mortarboards with sequins, flowers, bows, and words, succinctly summing up their…

May 10, 2017

Achievements, Community

IU Kokomo celebrates largest graduating class at 2017 Commencement

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo celebrated the success of its largest-ever graduating class with pomp and pageantry, at Commencement ceremonies Tuesday (May 9). Faculty, dressed in bright-colored regalia, lined the hallways of the Kokomo Event and Conference Center, applauding…

May 10, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Students recognized at Indiana University Kokomo master’s hooding, honors convocation

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo celebrated the achievements of its students during the academic year, with the annual master’s hooding ceremony and honors convocation. Chancellor Susan Sciame-Giesecke congratulated the graduates on their accomplishments, and expressed her deep appreciation for…

May 10, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport High School names 2017 Hall of Distinction Inductee

The 2017 Logansport High School Hall of Distinction Inductee is 1965 graduate, Mike Wood. We look forward to recognizing Mike as this year’s inductee to the Hall of Distinction at the 146th Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at…

May 8, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

IUK students inducted into Spanish honor society

KOKOMO, Ind. — Fourteen Indiana University Kokomo students were honored for achievement in Spanish language, with induction into the Omega Upsilon chapter of Sigma Delta Pi, the collegiate national Spanish honor society. J.R. Pico, lecturer in Spanish, noted that students…

May 8, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Nursing, allied health graduates recognized for achievement

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo welcomed more than 120 new medical professionals to the field, with recognition ceremonies hosted by the School of Nursing and Division of Allied Health Sciences Thursday, May 4. Receiving their pins were 103 nursing…

May 8, 2017

Indiana University Kokomo Business Students 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Academic achievement honored for IU Kokomo business students

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University Kokomo School of Business honored its top students with induction into Beta Gamma Sigma honorary. Kathy Parkison, professor of economics, said inductees are considered to be the best in business. “Beta Gamma Sigma inductees…

May 8, 2017

Achievements, Community

Former Prisoner of War named ‘Citizen of the Week’

A local man who was a prisoner of war in World War II is recognized this week with a special city award. Ova Huff served for many years in local planning and zoning capacities on the city’s behalf. But many…

May 8, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo, Logansport campuses induct students into Phi Theta Kappa

KOKOMO and LOGANSPORT, Ind. — Fifty-five students in Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Region were recently honored for their academic achievement with induction into the Alpha Pi Phi (Kokomo) and Beta Gamma Zeta (Logansport) chapters of Phi Theta Kappa international…

May 4, 2017

IUK School of Education Recognition Ceremony 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Indiana University Kokomo School of Education honors graduates for achievements

Twenty-two students were honored by Indiana University Kokomo’s School of Education during a recognition ceremony on Wednesday (May 3). For Christian Staton, this is a great achievement as he never expected to even attend college until a special teacher encouraged…

May 4, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Indiana University Kokomo communications students inducted into honorary

KOKOMO, Ind. — Fourteen Indiana University Kokomo students were chosen as charter members of the campus’ new chapter of Lambda Pi Eta honorary for communications. “We began the chapter to recognize our students for their hard work and dedication to…

May 4, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Record 643 graduates to be celebrated at IU Kokomo Commencement

KOKOMO, Ind. — A record 643 graduates will be celebrated at Indiana University Kokomo’s Commencement, as IU President Michael A. McRobbie presides over the ceremony. The Class of 2017 represents 29 Indiana counties, 11 states, and 12 countries. Fifty-two students…

May 3, 2017

Achievements, Community

Collins named “Citizen of the Week”

A local woman who has raised thousands of dollars for a Christmas benefit is recognized this week as Logansport’s Citizen of the Week. Lora Collins is a familiar face on the west side of Logansport in recent years. Through a…

May 1, 2017