As I walk across our campus, I am continually reminded of how profoundly Butler University continues to embrace both innovation and tradition. This balance is evident across our campus and within our community, where ambitious initiatives are guided by the same spirit of ingenuity that has defined Butler since its founding.

In this issue of Butler Magazine, we highlight some of the exceptional stories that exemplify this enduring spirit. The Butler Gateway Project, a transformative initiative launched after our last campaign in 2022, is poised to redefine how Butler engages with our community, our students, and the broader world. The recently announced $9 million gift from the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation accelerates our progress, ensuring that Gateway will elevate our academic, athletic, and cultural strengths while connecting our campus more seamlessly with Indianapolis.

Through this vision, we continue to focus on the overarching “Four A’s” of engagement – academic excellence, athletics, arts, and access – ensuring that Butler remains a place where innovation meets inclusivity. From the creating of Founder’s College to the remarkable achievements of our student-athletes and faculty, every decision we make is grounded in our mission to enhance the long-term value of a Butler education while fostering a vibrant and thriving community.

This edition of Butler Magazine also celebrates milestones that remind us of the impact our University has on the lives of so many. From the 10-year anniversary of Butler Bound admission decision visits to the successes of alumni like Jamie (Pierce) Fahrner ’05 and Paola Ariza-Storch ’23, these stories underscore the transformative power of a Butler education. Additionally, stories of student leaders, researchers, and artists highlight the dynamic talent that propels our community forward every day.

At Butler, our students often think about the here-and-now – the courses they take, the experiences they have, and the connections they form. But as alumni, they come to see how these moments shape their lifelong relationship with the University. Initiatives like The Gateway Project reflect this dual perspective.