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Connecting with the College

Thank you so much for your support of the College of Arts and Sciences. Gifts like yours impact so many areas of our College, from student support and scholarships to faculty research that's making the world a better place.

We're truly thankful for your engagement with Indiana University, and we hope you're interested in getting even more involved with the life of the College. We're proud to connect with our donors and alumni through events, articles, social media, and volunteer opportunities.

Learn more below. I hope you find an event you're interested in attending or an article you're interested in reading. Thank you again for your support and generosity, and for being part of the legacy of this great institution.

— Rick Van Kooten, Executive Dean

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Attend an event

From online presentations to in-person events hosted in Bloomington or Indianapolis, the College of Arts and Sciences organizes an array of events throughout the year.

Our Food for Thought livestream series, for instance, allows alumni and friends to hear from faculty experts and explore rotating topics of interest. Hosted through Zoom, these online programs are free and open to anyone who registers.

You can see a few of our upcoming Food for Thought events listed below, as well as a calendar of all the events happening in the College and its departments and schools.

Food for Thought livestreams

March 27

Total Solar Eclipse | "Photographing a Total Solar Eclipse"

April 3

Total Solar Eclipse | "In a Whole New Light: Uncovering How Animals Respond to a Solar Eclipse"

View all of this season's Food for Thought events

All upcoming College of Arts and Sciences events

Apr 24

Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design: Spring BFA Exhibition

All day

Apr 24

Quiet Spaces

9 a.m.—5 p.m.

Apr 24

Student Artwork Showcase + Reception

5:30 p.m.—7 p.m.

View more events

Read about our incredible alumni, faculty, and students

Course spotlight: How military leadership theory informs business and management

In Professor Marco Arnaudo's course Military Leadership--From Battle Field to Peace Time, students of all majors have been given the opportunity to develop sophisticated theories and practices of leadership through not just readings, but interactive games.

Faculty spotlight: Eileen Braman

In Constitutional Powers and Politics: How Citizens Think About Authority and Institutional Change, Associate Professor of Political Science Eileen Braman examines how the public thinks about government authority, especially as they perceive how the government is delivering personal and societal gains—or, alternatively, losses.

International scholar feature: Songhu Wang

When you ask assistant professor Songhu Wang why he joined the College's Department of Astronomy in 2020, his answer is simple. “The fascination with space is an inherent aspect of human nature.”

Read our online magazine

Read more about College of Arts and Sciences alumni, faculty, and current students in The College, our online magazine. The publication includes articles, photo essays, an annual "20 Under 40" list, short films, and more.

Read the magazine

Volunteer opportunities

Connect Conference

This annual conference provides current IU students with an inspiring, energizing way to learn more about life after school. The conference's panels and events are hosted by College alumni, who offer students insight into various industries and occupations.

Learn more about this year's conference

Join the Walter Center Success Network

The Walter Center Success Network (WCSN) is a professional networking platform created for the College of Arts and Sciences. When you join WCSN, you'll be instantly connected to thousands of other alumni and students.

Questions?

Interested in contacting the College of Arts and Sciences directly? E-mail Gillian Johnston, our Director of Annual Giving and Donor Relations.

Connecting with the College

Connecting with the College

Attend an event

Food for Thought livestreams

All upcoming College of Arts and Sciences events

Read about our incredible alumni, faculty, and students

Course spotlight: How military leadership theory informs business and management

Faculty spotlight: Eileen Braman

International scholar feature: Songhu Wang

Read our online magazine

Volunteer opportunities

Connect Conference

Join the Walter Center Success Network

Questions?

College of Arts & Sciences social media channels