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.
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…
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,…
2023 Graduate Stories: Jordyn Lenard
Jordyn Lenard ’23 chose to major in Biochemistry, merging her passions for biology and chemistry. Continuing her studies, she hopes to become a pediatric optometrist specializing in vision therapy.