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Ten high school students from across Indianapolis participated in the inaugural Butler University Philosophy and Critical Thinking (BUPACT) camp on Butler’s campus this summer. The weeklong program, made possible by funding from a grant from Lilly Endowment, brought high school students to Butler University’s campus for a week of exciting activities, field trips, and instruction […]

Did you know that 25 percent of IndyCar Series employees are women? Meet one of those women, Carly Cripe, a senior people advisor for Arrow McLaren. She shares how Butler’s academics prepared her for this role and how she’s recruiting more women who have a passion for motorsports into this industry.

How does a double major in Mechanical Engineering and Astronomy and Astrophysics fit into the racing industry? With experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and high-order thinking, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Wyatt Harvey shares how his double majors have prepared him for his current internship with Ed Carpenter Racing.

Before embarking on her next academic chapter, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Tarryn Harris will complete a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. After her adventure, Tarryn will attend the University of Arkansas to pursue a Master of Public Service with the Clinton School.

When College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Emma Shepherd interned with the Marion County’s Prosecutor’s Office, she felt inspired to find a career where she could support her community. After graduation, Emma will pursue a master’s in Jurisprudence at Indiana University McKinney School of Law.

Senior College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Maddi Eary shares how participating in the URC allows her to share research that is not commonly explored and open dialogue with others in academia.

Junior College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Josh Wanninger shares how participating in the URC allows him to improve his communication skills when discussing his research.

On Thursday, April 13, Butler University faculty, staff, students, donors, and community partners celebrated the official opening of the University’s expanded and renovated Sciences Complex, a $100 million project that represented the largest infrastructure investment in Butler’s history. The project included the renovation of Gallahue Hall and the Holcomb Building, and the creation of Levinson […]

Junior College of Liberal Arts and Sciences student Allie Goss shares how participating in the Undergraduate Research Conference (URC) allows her to stand out when applying for internships, careers, and graduate schools.

Imagine for a moment that you could create your own personal college. It would be focused on your particular needs. It would have professors who knew you and shared your passions. Classes would be closer to interesting conversations with a small group of friends than long lectures with dozens of strangers. And help would always […]

Associate Professor Christopher Stobart and Biology and Chemistry student George Papadeas discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.

Assistant Professor Lavender McKittrick-Sweitzer and Philosophy and Political Science student Zoe Stapleton-Deno discuss the importance of mentorship at Butler University.