Destiny Cherry smiling and holding the edges of her navy volleyball jersey with "BUTLER" and the number "18" on it.

Digging In

Destiny Cherry ’25 relays the importance of support, both given and received.

Incoming student sitting on stone steps with Butler Blue IV, holding a sign that says "I AM BUTLER BOUND".

Blue’s Views

For the past decade, Butler’s live mascot has been delivering life-changing news to high school seniors, surprising them at their doorsteps with their #ButlerBound admission packets. From wagging tails to joyous reactions, this beloved tradition continues to spread excitement and pride—one future Bulldog at a time.

Art deco-style stone building labeled "Ross Hall Hotel" with landscaped surroundings and people walking.

The Gateway Project

Connecting Campus to Community Over the past decade, Butler University has made significant investments in campus infrastructure projects including new residence halls and state-of-the-art academic facilities. These initiatives have greatly enhanced Butler’s academic excellence and student experience while making space for the growth of new programs that serve a broader set of learners and enrich…

A young man sits next to Butler Blue IV, holding a sign that reads "I AM BUTLER BOUND."

The Real Deal

For over a decade, Butler University has brought admission excitement to a new level by surprising prospective students with their admission in the most memorable way possible—with a visit from the beloved live mascot, Butler Blue. Each year, Butler Blue travels across the country to personally deliver the exciting news to students who have been…

Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Gift to Fund Renovations at Butler University’s Clowes Memorial Hall 

Butler University has received a $9 million grant from the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation (AW Clowes Charitable Foundation) to support a multi-phased renovation and expansion of Clowes Memorial Hall. The grant will also support the construction of a new, multi-purpose venue adjacent to Clowes Hall, which can shift between being a 1,200-1,450-capacity music hall…

Hylant, Parkview Health, and Butler University Partner to Address Rising Healthcare Costs 

Hylant, Parkview Health, and Butler University are partnering to launch an innovation challenge aimed at reducing healthcare costs. The initiative will begin with an event in April 2025 at Butler University, where student teams will analyze data to identify key factors driving healthcare spending. In a second phase, an Innovation Competition will invite forward-thinking solutions…

Five School Districts Receive Funding for Wellness Initiatives 

Five Central Indiana school districts have been awarded nearly $600,000 to improve mental wellness among their students, thanks to a grant made available through Butler University as part of the Comprehensive School Mental Health Initiative. School districts selected to receive funding are Herron Preparatory Academy, Indianapolis Public Schools, Kokomo School Corporation, Lebanon Community School Corporation,…