Stories ByKatie Palmer Wharton '14

For the fourth year in a row, Butler University President James Danko has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list—an annual recognition of the most influential leaders shaping Indiana’s future. Each year, the Indiana 250 spotlights trailblazers from across the state who are leading with vision, driving progress, and making meaningful contributions […]

When Brooke McGee spotted a call for artist apprentices from the Indy Arts Council, she hesitated—but only for a moment. A psychology major at Butler University with no formal training in the arts, Brooke had always kept painting on the side. Still, the opportunity to help create a massive downtown mural honoring WNBA legend Tamika […]

For Derek North ’08, life has always been about reading the moment—and rising to meet it. Whether he was on the football field, behind the camera in a Media Arts class, or solving crimes as a detective in Illinois, he has trusted his instincts and followed his passion. Now, the Butler alumnus is returning to […]

More than 1,500 graduates turned their tassels at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Friday, May 9, as Butler University celebrated the Class of 2025 during its annual Commencement ceremony. The event recognized 1,086 undergraduate and 479 graduate students, along with three individuals honored with the University’s highest recognition—an honorary degree. The evening was filled with heartfelt reflections, […]

Butler University proudly announces that three exceptional individuals—Reverend Jean McAnulty Smith ’65, Bruce Arick, and Charles H. DeBow Jr. ’48, MS ’53—will receive honorary degrees during the Spring Commencement ceremony at Hinkle Fieldhouse on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Reverend Smith will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters, while Arick and DeBow […]

For healthcare professionals, data is more than just numbers—it is the foundation of better patient care, smarter decisions, and more efficient hospitals. But for many, data can feel overwhelming and difficult to use effectively. That’s why Butler University’s Office of Continuing and Professional Education teamed up with Community Health Network to create a hands-on professional […]

Butler University’s Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program is ranked 14th in the nation, according to the 2025 list released by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings include more than 200 physician assistant programs accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).  The U.S. News & World Report […]

Butler University is proud to welcome three distinguished individuals to its Board of Trustees, beginning in June 2025. Mike Dilts, Susanne McAlister, and Nick Musial ’02 bring a wealth of expertise across industries and a deep commitment to education, community engagement, and the Butler mission.  “The strength of our Board lies in the diverse experiences, […]

Butler University’s Andre B. Lacy School of Business has been recognized as one of the nation’s top institutions for undergraduate business education. The 2025 Poets&Quants Best Undergraduate Business Schools rankings—released Monday—ranked Butler’s Lacy School of Business No. 8 nationally for academic experience, No. 1 for effectiveness of career advising, and No. 2 for quality of […]

The annual Crossroads Classic Analytics Challenge (CCAC) brings together undergraduate and graduate students from top Indiana universities to apply data analytics to real-world business challenges. This year’s competition, designed by Butler University’s Lacy School of Business, culminates in final presentations at the NCAA Headquarters on March 7, 2025.  This year, the CCAC focuses on NCAA […]

Graduates of Butler University’s prestigious Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program have consistently scored higher than their peers on the North American Pharmacy Licensure Examination (NAPLEX®), and the class of 2024 was no exception. Of the 96 Butler graduates taking the licensure exam for the first time, 90.6 percent passed the test. Nationally, only 77.5 percent […]

As part of its annual Founder’s Celebration, Butler University is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Founder’s Celebration Awards. These awards recognize individuals, programs, and practices that advance the University’s founding mission and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The recipients will be honored during a special ceremony on Monday, February […]