It's your time to take the first step toward a college degree. The staff in the School for Adult Learning (SAL) at the University of Indianapolis will help you every step of the way.

Many adults want to complete a college degree, but "life" gets in the way.  You may be busy with work, family, or other commitments, but you can still earn your bachelor's degree. 

Our accelerated degree program for adults is what you are looking for.  Our classes meet one night per week for five weeks on our conveniently located campus.  We have help in place when you need it.  And, you will enjoy the college experience at the University of Indianapolis.

Contact our SAL office at 317-788-3393 or sal@uindy.edu to find out why our students say "This program changed their life."

UIndy's Kellogg Writers Series features five writers this year. The first, Diane Glancy, is scheduled for tomorrow evening, Oct. 1, at 7:30 p.m. Glancy, a professor at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minn., has written a number of novels, books and collections of poetry, many of which focus on Native Americans.

This year's series also features the following writers:

• Kevin Young on Oct. 29
• Richard Rodriguez on Nov. 1
• Brock Clarke on Feb. 5
• Leslie Heywood on April 2

Find more information on our Arts site and then be sure to check out these accomplished writers!

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor's degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete and Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The arts thrive at UIndy; in addition to offering majors in theatre, art and music, the university is home to numerous art galleries and one of the finest concert performance halls in the Midwest.

Are you ready to begin college classes? Do you need a bachelor's degree to move ahead?  The School for Adult Learning (SAL) at the University of Indianapolis can help.  We are a well-recognized degree program for adults. Our classes meet one night per week for five weeks, and you are in class with other adults.  We offer two degree programs in this accelerated format:  Liberal Studies and Organizational Leadership.

Join us on Thursday, September 25th from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in our office, Esch Hall Room 103 for our Meet the Advisor Night.  This is your opportunity to meet with a SAL advisor who will explain our bachelor degree program, review any previous college credits you might have, and answer your questions.

The SAL program offers you:
   

• Support throughout your college career
• A well-respected degree
• All the benefits of attending classes on campus

Stop by our office on September 25th and find out why our students tell us this program"changed their life."  Financial Aid is available, and we work with students who have tuition reimbursement from their employers.  It's your time to start college.

Secure your Future! Earn a UINDY MBA.

The University of Indianapolis MBA program will host an Open House on Wednesday, October 22nd at Ritz Charles in Carmel and on Thursday October 23rd at Steirwalt Alumni Alumni House on the UIndy campus.  This is a great opportunity to meet our professors, explore the different curriculum options and to ask questions in a relaxed setting.

The Open House will be held from 5:30 - 7:00pm, with a social from 5:30pm to 6:00pm and a brief presentation at 6:00pm followed by a question and answer session.

Please visit our website for more information: http://mba.uindy.edu/openhse.php

REGISTRATION REQUESTED

Please RSVP to: mba@uindy.edu or 788-3340.

The University of Indianapolis is located just 10 minutes from downtown Indianapolis.  Directions and maps can be found at http://www.uindy.edu/maps/

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, and in the School of Business accelerated degree programs for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The University also offers a non-accelerated MBA program with evening classes in Indianapolis, an MBA program tailored for nurses, as well as MBA programs on site in area businesses. The entrepreneurial approach of the School of Business has created what is perhaps the most innovative MBA in Indianapolis.

The seats were full again in the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center's Ruth Lilly Performance Hall at the University of Indianapolis as Maestro Raymond Leppard, UIndy's artist-in-residence and conductor laureate of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, helped kick off the 28th season of the Faculty Artist Series on Monday evening.

Leppard talked about his life and career with UIndy choral director Paul Krasnovsky before the energizing performances of UIndy faculty, students and guests.

While the Ruth Lilly Performance Hall remains one of the best of its size in the Midwest, a welcome improvement was added over the summer: screens in the lobby that allow patrons to view the performance happening inside in the event of a late arrival or overflow crowd.

The arts season at UIndy is off to a great start. We hope you'll be able to join us often this year. Visit our arts site for the latest and greatest info on our upcoming events!

Occupational Performance Issues and Predictors of Dysfunction in College Instrumentalists - UIndy professors and students publish recent research in Medical Problems of Performing Artists


Music-related injuries among musicians, including younger musicians, have been well documented; however, minimal research has been completed with college-aged instrumentalists. The purpose of this research study was to describe the presence of physical symptoms in college-age musicians and the impact of these symptoms on music-playing and other daily occupations. Data collection was completed
on college instrumental music majors using two survey questionnaires, which documented the presence of physical symptoms in the upper limb and the impact of these symptoms on function. The results indicate that a significant number of students reported pain or discomfort that occurred during music-playing, at rest, and during other daily occupations. Results were consistent with the literature in regards to the prevalence of symptoms in female instrumentalists as compared to males and the occurrence of more symptoms in those individuals playing string instruments and piano as compared to other instrument groups. Also, as self-reported pain increased, a greater level of dysfunction in occupational performance was found. Results also indicated that when participants were already implementing intervention strategies, this was perhaps a predictor of the presence of pain and dysfunction. Health professionals should be encouraged to provide preventive education for student musicians and to use outcome measures, such as the Disabilities of the Hand, Arm, and Shoulder (DASH) outcome measure, to identify the potential for functional impairments. Med Probl Perform Art 2008; 23:72–78. Rebecca Barton, DHS, OTR, Clyde Killian, PhD, PT, Morgan Bushee, OTR, Julia Callen, OTR, Teresa Cupp, OTR, Brandy Ochs, OTR, Michelle Sharp, OTR, and Katie Tetrault, OTR.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor’s degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The university is a favorite choice among students wishing to attend Indiana nursing schools, physical therapy programs in Indiana and occupational therapy programs in Indiana; all three are ranked among the best of these programs nationally.

The School for Adult Learning at the University of Indianapolis is preparing for our new academic year.  Fall classes are just around the corner, and we want you to be ready to begin.  On Thursday, August 7th the School for Adult Learning (SAL) is hosting an Information Open House from 5:00-6:45p.m. in our office, Esch Hall Room 103.  Stop by during these hours to learn more about our accelerated degree program for adults.  Our advisors and our financial aid representative will be available to answer your questions and help you return to school.  You will find out why our students tell us "the SAL program changed their life."

We have help in place to allow our students to be successful.You will attend evening classes with other adult students right here on our conveniently located campus.  Take the first step to a better future by attending our Information Open House.

For more information about our degree program or our Information Open House call 317-788-3393 or email sal@uindy.edu.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

Indiana's unemployment rate is now 5.8%. On July 18th the Indianapolis Star quoted economist Michael Hicks, "Indiana's rising unemployment reflects a decreaing national demand for goods.  Consumer spending declined because of the rise in gasoline prices." 

The Department of Labor reports that for workers with a bachelor's degree the unemployment rate drops to 2.7%.  This report  goes on to say workers aged 18 and over with a bachelor's degree earn approximately $23,000 more than workers with a high school diploma.

What does all of this mean?  If you are in the workplace without a bachelor's degree, you may want to begin working toward a degree. The School for Adult Learning at the University of Indianapolis is here to help you.  Our accelerated degree program has helped hundreds of adults complete their degree more quickly than traditional programs.  Our classes are accessible, flexible, and accelerated. The classes meet one night per week for five weeks.  And, we have help in place if you have been out of school for some time.

Our fall classes begin August 25th. We can still get you started  this fall, and financial aid is available.  Call our office today, 317-788-3393 or email sal@uindy.edu to schedule a personal appointment. Our dedicated staff is here to help you.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

The School for Adult Learning (SAL) staff are often asked what makes their accelerated degree program unique. It's the little things that we do that makes the difference. 

• Our office is open when our students come to campus to attend their evening class, and an advisor and financial aid representative are here in the evening.  We are available to answer questions and help the students.
• Our advisors respond promptly to emails and phone calls from our students; we are accessible.
• We have help in place if students need extra assistance with classwork.
• SAL is a one-stop shop for admitting, advising, and registering students.

The SAL staff are dedicated to our adult students. If you are looking for an accelerated degree program, callus at 317-788-3393, and find out how the little things matter.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

The School for Adult Learning (SAL) at the University of Indianapolis is hosting an Information Open House on Thursday, June 19th from 5:00-6:45 p.m. in our office, Esch Hall Room 103.  This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn about our accelerated degree program for adults, to meet with an advisor, and to gather financial aid information.  On June 19th you will have your questions about returning to school answered.

Our adults students tell us that our program "changed their life".  We have help in place to allow our students to be successful.  You will attend evening classes with other adult students right here on our conveniently located campus.  Take the first step to a better future by attending our Information Open House.

For more information about SAL or our Information Open house call 317-788-3393 or email sal@uindy.edu.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

'No Time is the Perfect Time to Begin' is the title of a chapter in the book, “This year I will…” by M. J. Ryan, in which she writes about taking the first step to make a life change.  Her point—and one that is just as true for starting college as it is for starting a diet—is that waiting for the perfect time to begin means not ever getting started.  As an adult thinking about attending college you owe it to yourself to take the first step.  Of course, we’d like you to choose the accelerated degree program in the School for Adult Learning, but no matter where you decide to attend college, it is important you take the first step.

 

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best
universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

We often wonder what factors are most important to adults in choosing an accelerated degree program.  Convenience, location, and availability of financial aid come to mind, but I was reminded again in a conversation with a group of our students that quality and academic reputation are important to these adults.  That’s good to know because it means our students chose us because they wanted an education, not just a piece of paper with the word diploma on it.  These students also admitted that though they like to complain about some of the general education courses, they appreciated the variety of courses available—some even said they liked the way those courses expanded their horizons. 

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best
universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

UIndy is excited to add one more jazz concert to the calendar this season. Accomplished drummer and Richmond, Ind. native Jeff Hamilton will perform with his jazz trio Sunday, May 11 at UIndy. Hamilton has performed with numerous jazz and music greats, including Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, Natalie Cole, Barbara Streisand, Barry Manilow, Mel Tome and the Count Basie Orchestra.

The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. in the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center's Ruth Lilly Performance Hall. Tickets are $20, $10 for senior citizens and free for children under 18 and college students with ID. You can find more information on the UIndy Arts site.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor's degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete and Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The arts thrive at UIndy; in addition to offering majors in theatre, art and music, the university is home to numerous art galleries and one of the finest concert performance halls in the Midwest.

The University of Indianapolis MBA program will host an Open House on Wednesday, May 21st in the Alumni House on the UIndy campus.  This is a great opportunity to meet professors, explore the different curriculum options and to ask questions in a relaxed setting.

The Open House will be held from 5:30 - 7:00pm on the 21st, with a social from 5:30pm to 6:00pm and a brief presentation at 6:00pm followed by a question and answer session.

Please RSVP to: mba@uindy.edu or 788-3340.

The University of Indianapolis is located just 10 minutes from downtown Indianapolis.  Directions and maps can be found at http://www.uindy.edu/maps/

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, and in the School of Business accelerated degree programs for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The University also offers a non-accelerated MBA program with evening classes in Indianapolis, an MBA program tailored for nurses, as well as MBA programs on site in area businesses. The entrepreneurial approach of the School of Business has created what is perhaps the most innovative MBA in Indianapolis.

On Tuesday, May 13th, from 4:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. the University of Indianapolis School for Adult Learning will host their first "Meet the Advisors Night" in Esch Hall, Room 103.  This is an opportunity for anyone thinking about attending evening classes to meet individually with an advisor who will explain our accelerated bachelor degree program, review any transfer credits you might have, and help you begin your college career.

Our accelerated degree program is for adults twenty-four years of age or older who want to earn a college degree.  Our classes meet one night per week for five weeks.  You can normally earn nine credit hours in a semester attending one class just one night per week.  We offer two degree programs in this accelerated program:  Organizational Leadership and Liberal Studies.  We offer transfer credit for coursework taken in a regionally accredited institution, and credit may be awarded for certain professional certifications.  Students can also earn credit by examination through the CLEO and DANTE'S program.

Stop by our office on May 13th, and let one of our ad visors answer your questions.  Financial Aid is available, and we work with students who have tuition reimbursement programs from their employers.  It's your time to start college!

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

The School for Adult Learning at the University of Indianapolis is celebrating our class of 2008 at our university graduation ceremony on May 3rd.  The  75 graduates of the class of 2008 mark the largest graduating class in our 10 year history.  These graduates represent the diverse community of adult students in our accelerated degree program. 

We recognize that completing a degree is tough for adult students who find themselves juggling work, family, and life responsibilites while they take night classes.  This graduating class shows us that achieving their goal of earning a bachelor degree is possible.  Our students tell us they receive the help they need from our staff all along the way.  One of our graduates commented, " They will take time at SAL, no matter what time of the day or evening, to speak with you to set a program in place to know what your goals are, and how you are going to achieve them." Mary Lindop,'08, stated, " It's like an extended family and I think anyone pursuing a degree here should know that.  You really have faculty and staff who really care about you."

With our accelerated degee program for adults in Indiana, you can meet your goal of earning a respected college degree.  From our Return to Learning Class, which will help you get started, to the capstone classes that will conclude your undergraduate experience, SAL will put you first.  For more information contact our Admission Staff at 317-788-3393 or sal@uindy.edu.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

Senator Hillary Clinton’s senior health policy adviser, Andrea Palm, and the president of the American Nurses Association, Becky Patton, visited the University of Indianapolis campus on April 15, 2008 to discuss the Clinton campaign’s healthcare platform and answer questions from UIndy faculty and students. This visit was part of a tour of nursing schools in the state of Indiana. This event offered a wonderful opportunity for our students, regardless of political background, to discuss healthcare issues with two highly influential shapers of national policy.

For more information about the School of Nursing at the University of Indianapolis, see http://nursing.uindy.edu/.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor’s degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The university is a favorite choice among students wishing to attend Indiana nursing schools, physical therapy programs in Indiana and occupational therapy programs in Indiana; all three are ranked among the best of these programs nationally.

2008 marks the 10th Anniversary of the School for Adult Learning (SAL) at the University of Indianapolis.  Born from a Lilly Foundation Grant, this accelerated degree program has helped hundreds of adult students complete their baccalaureate degree.

To celebrate our ten years of success, UIndy's School for Adult Learning held an anniversary dinner on Friday, April 11th, in the Schwitzer Student Center.  Current students, alumni, SAL faculty and staff attended this event and reflected on the opportunities that their education has provided them.

Our next event is graduation day, May 3rd.  Our alumni are invited to share this day with our new graduates.  This year's graduating class is the largest in our ten year history.  These graduates are moving forward in careers and many will be entering graduate degree programs.

Completing a degree is tough for adult students who find themselves juggling work, family, and life responsibilities while they are taking classes.  Our accelerated degree program helps adults find that their degree is within reach.  Our classes begin every five weeks, and financial aid is available.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs in the School for Adult Learning for individuals working toward a bachelor’s degree by taking evening classes in Indianapolis. The adult degree programs are accelerated, flexible and accessible.  Students attend classes one night per week.  A majority of UIndy students receive financial aid in Indiana, such as student grants, as well as support from federally supported programs and other aid that makes college more affordable.

The China Experience:
An Educational and Clinical Exchange of Eastern and Western Physical Rehabilitation Practices
Authors: Petrosino, C., Shurig, MA., Bryant, S., Flora, V., McGowan, J., Wahl, A.

A delegation of four Doctor of Physical Therapy students and one faculty member from the Krannert School of Physical Therapy (KSPT) at the University of Indianapolis traveled to China in May of 2007. A community-based capstone project was conducted with a mission to observe and document cultural experiences while providing a mutual educational exchange for the KSPT delegation and Chinese students and faculty. Presentations on spinal stabilization given by the delegation provided current evidence-based trends of the Western physical therapy profession. Development of the interactive educational sessions included a thorough literature review of the culture, preparation of culturally sensitive presentations for select audiences, and the collection of data throughout the experience for analysis.

Study Description
A literature search was performed on the history and culture of China prior to the trip. The students focused their research on cultural sensitivity, traditional Chinese medicine practices, and current rehabilitation techniques in China. Funding for the trip was sought through University grants and private fundraising. From the initiation of the project, each group member independently documented their experience during the literature review, collection of funds, development of lectures, travel arrangement planning, experiences in China, and return from the trip. Data collection of observations while in China gave rich descriptions of the experience while reflective field notes gave individual interpretations. From the collected data, all information was transcribed into a Word document for analysis in a computerized qualitative assessment software program (NVivo 7.0). Common themes were developed from the observations and reflective notes of the delegation. A manuscript was produced reflecting the interactions, experiences, and knowledge exchanged between the KSPT delegation and Chinese students and faculty members. Through individual analysis by group members and coding of textual data into convergent and divergent themes, followed by aggregating convergent themes by group consensus, the most salient findings were elucidated.

Discussion & Conclusions
Exchanging knowledge and gaining understanding between Western and Eastern healthcare methods exposed both parties to specific treatment techniques and philosophies of care that will potentially lead to more effective, integrated treatment approaches to physical rehabilitation. As a community-based project for professional program students, the invaluable cultural experience enabled students to glean greater insight of and appreciation for diversity and culture that will influence their personal and professional endeavors. This project can inform future community-based, service learning, and cultural experiences for professional program students and faculty.

For more information about the College of Health Sciences at the University Indianapolis, please see http://healthsciences.uindy.edu/.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor’s degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The university is a favorite choice among students wishing to attend Indiana nursing schools, physical therapy programs in Indiana and occupational therapy programs in Indiana; all three are ranked among the best of these programs nationally.

OT, PT & PTA Job Fair
University of Indianapolis, College of Health Sciences


Saturday, April 12, 2008
Martin Hall, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Recruiters & Employers: Contact Vonne Edwards at yedwards@uindy.edu or 317-788-2186.
Students, alumni, and therapists are welcome to attend. Free parking.

For more information about the College of Health Sciences, see http://healthsciences.uindy.edu/.

The University of Indianapolis is a private university in Indiana, and ranked among the best universities in the Midwest. It offers a range of undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, as well as accelerated degree programs for adult learners seeking a bachelor’s degree through Indiana night classes, or for students wishing to complete an Indianapolis MBA program through Saturday classes. The university is a favorite choice among students wishing to attend Indiana nursing schools, physical therapy programs in Indiana and occupational therapy programs in Indiana; all three are ranked among the best of these programs nationally.