Butler Arts Programs Receive More Than $600,000 From Community Partners
Over the past several months, the Jordan College of the Arts (JCA) at Butler University has received more than $600,000 in grant funding from foundation partners in support of several of its community arts initiatives.
Butler University and Preventia’s Landmark Student-Athlete Mental Wellness Summit Attended by More Than 700
Butler University, in partnership with Preventia, hosted the groundbreaking Student-Athlete Mental Wellness Summit on January 29, 2024, at the historic Hinkle Fieldhouse. This free event—part of a three-day series of intentional, sustainable, and relevant programming—marked a pivotal moment in enhancing the mental well-being of student-athletes. The summit attracted more than 700 attendees, including students, coaches,…
Meet Current Student Annamarie Kushnir
Learn more about what life at Butler is like for current student Annamaries Kushnir in the Honors Program.
Grant Leiendecker ’11 Selected as Butler University’s Vice President and Director of Athletics
Grant Leiendecker, a 2011 Butler graduate who has served his alma mater as Associate Vice President — Athletics since August 2023, has been selected as the University’s next Vice President and Director of Athletics. Butler President James Danko made the announcement Friday, January 26. Leiendecker will continue working alongside Barry Collier over the next few…
Midtown Provisions Opens a New Chapter in Butler Dining
This month, Butler University proudly opened the doors to Midtown Provisions, the much-anticipated update to the Residential College dining area known to many as “ResCo.” The renovation project, which kicked off in 2019, hit a pause during the pandemic but is now complete, offering a significant boost to what ResCo has to offer. For Butler…
Employee Spotlight: Meet Daniel Meyers
As the Director of the Center for Faith and Vocation, Daniel Meyers is proud of his work establishing the CFV Interfaith Council. He is constantly inspired by Butler students’ commitment to learning, growing, and understanding others.
Introducing the Blue Crew: Micah Horne
Micah Horne ’24 is a proud and creative CCOM student majoring in Strategic Communications. She encourages her fellow Bulldogs to take advantage of Butler’s opportunities.
Introducing the Blue Crew: Eric Bedrosian
Involved in over seven campus organizations, Eric Bedrosian ’26 says Butler has become his home away from home. He is most excited to share videos of how much being a Bulldog means to him.
Introducing the Blue Crew: Grace Nielsen
Grace Nielsen ’27 says the best thing about being a Bulldog is the endless support from the Butler community. As a part of the dance team, she loves attending sporting events and showing her Bulldog pride.
Meet Current Student Eleanor Waiss
Learn more about what life at Butler is like for current student Eleanor Waiss studying Mathematics, Actuarial Science, and Computer Science.
Alumni Success Story: Allie Gardner
As a Butler student, Allie Gardner ’11 learned to think creatively, listen carefully, and ask hard questions. Now working as a Senior Associate at Arnold & Porter, she is grateful for her well-rounded liberal arts education that created a foundation for her career in law.
Introducing the Blue Crew: Grace Hensley
The Blue Crew student creator team aims to feature an up-front look at student life. Talented photographer, Grace Hensley ’25 is most excited to share about the amazing opportunities students can find at Butler.
Alumni Success Story: Hannah Kelly
Hannah Kelly ’23 says critical thinking was the most helpful skill she gained at Butler. As new tasks and challenges arise in her role at Johnson & Johnson, she is unafraid to ask questions, using the tools, skills, and resources she learned as a student.
Alumni Success Stories: Payton Field
Payton Field ’23 says Butler’s internship opportunities and Arts Administration courses helped prepare her for her career at the Cincinnati Ballet. As a Donor Relations Manager, she is fortunate to share her excitement and passion for the arts with donors and patrons.
Alumni Success Stories: Kelly Schwantes
When Kelly Schwantes ’21 decided to attend college, she loved the idea of spending four years performing on stage. Butler allowed her the freedom to pursue her love for theatre while exploring her new passion for entrepreneurship and innovation.