Pursuing Passions

As a first-generation college student, Maylin Andrade Saracayo ’27 had an inspiring role model in her older sister who graduated from Indiana University and is now pursuing a master’s degree in Social Work at IUPUI. Saracayo had intended to follow in her sister’s footsteps by attending IU until a campus visit to Butler inspired her…

Breaking the Model

Early Learning Indiana had an ambitious goal, one that would address a major need across the state. While the demand for early childhood educators in Indiana is growing, there’s a lack of qualified teachers to meet the need. Early Learning Indiana, an organization that strives to ensure young children are prepared with the essential skills…

Nourishing Curiosity

As a self-proclaimed lifelong learner, College of Education Professor Catherine Pangan MS ’99 was looking to “scratch an itch with adult learners,” she says. “I believe curiosity never ends,” says Pangan, who’s been finding new ways to connect with the Butler community since she joined the College in 2008. That same year, Pangan moved into…

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Thoughtful Planning

Teaching high school may look like an odd blip on Muhammad Jan’s healthcare-heavy resume. In actuality, this PA and 2023 graduate of Butler’s Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) Bridge program has followed a thoughtful plan to become a practicing healthcare educator. “My entire journey to this point has revolved around education. Knowledge is like an…

Creating A Hub

When Al Carroll ’13 addresses a room full of college students, he tends to ask two questions. The first one is “How many of you are from Indiana?” Hands around the room shoot up as students demonstrate their state pride. The next question tends to lead to a different response. “How many of you intend…

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Remembering Ross

Ross Hall, Butler’s oldest residence hall (circa-1954), was first referred to as the Men’s Residence Hall and later named after Butler’s 19th president, M.O. Ross. The hall witnessed just under 70 years of move-ins, move-outs, and first-years finding their way (in addition to many early morning fire alarms and stolen exit signs). And while Ross…

Current Bulldog Stories: Ryan Norman

One of the best things about being a Bulldog is the Butler community. As a student, Ryan Norman ’24 has built a strong network of peers and alums always offering to lend a hand. She hopes to do the same upon graduation, sharing the art of dance with students.

Current Bulldog Stories: Madeleine Hall

Madeleine Hall ’24 credits Butler for its supportive environment, encouraging her to pursue her artistic and academic passions. Majoring in Dance Performance and Psychology, Madeleine hopes to continue her education in graduate school and own her own dance company.

Alumni Success Story: Hannah (Bagoly) Linder

Hannah Bagoly Linder ’17, a Lead Product Manager at the Walt Disney Company, says Butler’s experiential learning set her up for early success in her career. She now encourages current Bulldogs to intern and connect with alumni as much as possible.

Alumni Success Story: Taylor Bowen

Taylor Bowen ’18 directly applies lessons from her time at Butler to her Walt Disney World Public Affairs role. An Art of Storytelling class, as well as many art history courses, influenced the stories she has pitched, messages she has written, and even artwork she has done for Walt Disney World over the years.