Butler Selects Higher Education Leader and Youth Development Expert as Inaugural Dean of Two-Year Founder’s College
A social work and youth development scholar with years of experience leading system-wide initiatives at Indiana University will serve as the inaugural dean for the new Founder’s College at Butler University, a two-year program serving historically underserved students. Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, who is based in Indianapolis, will leave her roles as Indiana University’s Assistant Vice…
Butler University’s Institute for Well-being Announces Winners of the Inaugural Well-being Awards
Butler University’s Institute for Well-being (IWB), a pioneering center dedicated to enhancing holistic support for student, faculty, and staff well-being, proudly announces the winners of its inaugural well-being awards. These awards recognize outstanding achievements in well-being initiatives across higher education institutions. Excellence in Faculty/Staff Well-being: The University of Virginia’s Kultivate Konnection program, created by Pamela…
Employee Spotlight: Nii Kpakpo Abraham
Director of First-Year Experience, Nii Kpakpo Abraham, helps first-year students transition to Butler. He is proud of the growing collaborative spirit across campus to ensure students have the best experience.
Experiential Learning Outside of the Classroom: Jia Skrudland
As a Sports Media major, Jia Skrudland ’26 enjoys having behind-the-scenes looks of game days interning with the professional ice hockey team, Indy Fuel. As the Game Operations Intern, she helps ensure game and fan engagement activities run smoothly.
The Compass Center: A New Direction for Multifaith Communities, Interfaith Engagement, Meaning and Purpose, and Spiritual Life on Campus
Butler University proudly announces the renaming of the Center for Faith and Vocation (CFV) to The Compass Center—Multifaith Communities, Interfaith Engagement, Meaning and Purpose, and Spiritual Life. This change reflects over two decades of dedication to fostering inclusivity, diversity, and personal growth within and beyond the University community. The Compass Center stands on four pillars, guiding students,…
Staff and Student Mentorship: The Compass Center
The Compass Center supports various faith, spiritual, and secular student communities. The Compass Center Director, Daniel Meyers, loves working with students like Jenna Burd ’26, helping them accomplish their goals.
Butler University Launches New Office of Sustainability
In a major step toward achieving its Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, Butler University has established a campus-wide Office of Sustainability. Research ecologist, educator, and long-time Director of the Center for Urban Ecology and Sustainability (CUES) Julia Angstmann has been named Butler’s inaugural Executive Director of Sustainability. Under the auspices of the University’s Finance and…
Staff and Student Mentorship: Student Disability Services
Imagine being surrounded by people who can advise, coach, and challenge you to pursue your academic, personal, and professional goals. Read more about Butler mentorship in the office of Student Disability Services.
Up Close: First-Year Seminar—Women Writing the World
With smaller class sizes, the FYS fosters an intimate and supportive environment, facilitating self-discovery among a cohort of fellow first-year students. Throughout the academic year, students benefit from working closely with a dedicated faculty member from various disciplines across the University. Read more about FYS course Women Writing the World.
Up Close: First-Year Seminar—Unpacking the Hunger Games
Butler’s First-Year Seminar (FYS) offers an engaging array of over 40 topics, spanning from fairy tales to professional wrestling to the pursuit of a meaningful life. Designed to stimulate clear, critical, and creative thinking, these courses provide an ideal platform for students to explore and express their ideas. Read more about FYS course Unpacking the…
Butler Names Two-Year College to Honor Founder’s Legacy
Butler University has named its two-year college, which will open in August 2025, Founder’s College— a tribute to the university’s originator and a nod to its longstanding commitment to increasing access to education beyond high school. Butler announced the two-year college in November as part of its efforts to increase college affordability and pave the…
Staff and Student Mentorship: Center for Academic Success and Exploration
Heather Lee, Assistant Director of the Center for Academic Success and Exploration (CASE), empowers students like Sara Rivera Gonzalez ’25, helping them achieve their goals. CASE offers a variety of resources, from the Exploratory Studies program to academic success workshops.
Domestic Study Away: Emma Chamley
Drawn to news and politics, Emma Chamley ’25 knew Butler University’s Washington, DC Learning Semester was the perfect fit for her. Interning at the Office of U.S. Senator Richard J. Durbin, she has had the opportunity to attend briefings on the Hill, participate in exciting events, and network with professionals.
Butler Giving Circle Selects Fund to Support Student Mental Health as New Priority Partner
The Butler Giving Circle (BGC) recently announced the selection of the Fund to Support Student Mental Health as its new priority partner, connecting the donor group with a tangible avenue to support the well-being of current Bulldogs. Established in 2019, the Butler Giving Circle is open to Butler alumni, parents, and friends who pool their…
Employee Spotlight: Alexis Methner
As the Administrative and Event Planning Specialist for the College of Education (COE), Alexis Methner works with the Dean, students, faculty, and staff, managing and scheduling events. Read Alexis’s story to learn more about her experience.