Four Recommendations for Colleges and Universities to Support Student Well-being
In recent years, colleges and universities have adopted an emphasis on holistic student well-being, which takes into account social, emotional, and physical aspects of student well-being. The shift to this approach has strong support from a large body of research showing that social well-being, diverse interactions, student engagement, mental health support, and healthy lifestyles (e.g., sleep, nutrition) improve student outcomes. Layering this…
Mentorship: Jordan College of the Arts
Professor Derek Reid and Dance Performance student Scholar Idjagboro discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
Mentorship: College of Communication
Senior Lecturer Scott Bridge and Journalism student Rachel Christie discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
Mentorship: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Imagine for a moment that you could create your own personal college. It would be focused on your particular needs. It would have professors who knew you and shared your passions. Classes would be closer to interesting conversations with a small group of friends than long lectures with dozens of strangers. And help would always…
Mentorship: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Associate Professor Christopher Stobart and Biology and Chemistry student George Papadeas discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
Butler University Launching Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting This Fall
Butler University’s Jordan College of the Arts is launching a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting in fall 2023. The curriculum is specifically intended for the serious undergraduate student seeking deep actor training that is complemented and supported by production experiences in all aspects of theatre.The BFA in Acting is offered through Butler University’s Department…
Mentorship: College of Education
Lecturer Brooke Harris Garad and Elementary Education student Melissa Ryan discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
CCOM Welcomes New Dean
Joseph M. Valenzano III has joined Butler as Dean of the College of Communication. He replaces Brooke Barnett, who was elevated to the role of Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Valenzano comes to Butler from the University of Dayton, where he most recently served as Professor and Chair of the Department of Communication.…
Rare Total Solar Eclipse Coming to Indianapolis Area in One Year
On April 8, 2024—one year from today—people in Indianapolis will have the opportunity to experience a total solar eclipse. For many, it will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience; the last time a total solar eclipse passed over Indianapolis was in 1205 and there won’t be another until October 2153. In Indianapolis, the total eclipse will occur…
Mentorship: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Assistant Professor Lavender McKittrick-Sweitzer and Philosophy and Political Science student Zoe Stapleton-Deno discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
Mentorship: Lacy School of Business
Associate Professor Marleen McCormick Pritchard and International Business student Lauryn Lintner discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
Mentorship: College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Associate Professor Mikaela Drake and Health Sciences student Alli Leonard discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.
From the President
The Butler Bulldogs’ historic Men’s Basketball Final Four® tournament runs in 2010 and 2011 helped solidify Butler University as a household name. A particular spotlight was placed upon the University when the 2010 championship game was held in Indianapolis. The media told its stories right from our campus, portraying Butler as a true Cinderella story,…
Scarlet Lane and Butler Partner to Create New Beer in Honor of Horror Actor Bruce Campbell
Indianapolis-based brewery Scarlet Lane, the official Beer of Horror, has created a limited-time, exclusive pale ale to mark the upcoming performance BRUCE-O-RAMA, starring horror genre actor Bruce Campbell, at Clowes Memorial Hall on April 24. Bruce’s Groovy Brew is inspired by Campbell, who is best known for his role as Ash Williams in Sam Raimi’s…
A Legacy of Love: Reverend Jean McAnulty Smith ’65
Reverend Jean McAnulty Smith ‘65 attended Butler during the peak of the Civil Rights movement. Fifty years later, she’s still helping make the world a more just and equitable place.