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,…

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.

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.

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.