2024 Graduate Stories: Arie Likhtman
During his time at Butler, Arie Likham felt welcomed and supported by every person he met. Feeling confident and prepared for graduate-level work, Arie will continue his education at the University of Pittsburgh.
2024 Graduate Stories: Elizabeth ‘Elie’ Heile
Elie Heile says one of the best parts of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is the camaraderie and support between students. Soon after graduation, Elie will be moving to Minnesota to complete a pharmacy residency on the White Earth Reservation.
2024 Graduate Stories: Quinn Shanahan
Reflecting on her Butler experience, Quinn Shanahan encourages new Bulldogs to trust their instincts and try new things. She is thankful for the Lacy School of Business’s flexibility, allowing her to identify her passion for International Business.
2024 Graduate Stories: Kenya Bustos-Diaz
Butler provided Kenya Bustos-Diaz with the tools to be a confident teacher. Upon graduation, she plans to stay connected with the College of Education, mentor students, and continue conversations on the importance of representation.
Butler University Welcomes Two Distinguished Alumni to Its Board of Trustees
Butler University is proud to announce the appointment of two exemplary alumni, Delia Askew Harris (’99) and Anthony Murdock II, J.D. (’17), to its Board of Trustees. The appointments were confirmed during the Board’s recent meeting on February 16, 2024. Both Harris and Murdock will start their terms on June 2, 2024, bringing a wealth…
Donor Impact: Scholarships and Student Success Tristan Rumsey ՚24
Originally from Lakewood, Ohio, Tristan Rumsey ’24 is graduating in May with a bachelor’s degree in statistics and minors in Business Administration and Data Science. During his time at Butler, Tristan has been the recipient of student scholarships made possible by donor gifts to the Butler Fund for Student Scholarship. Consider making a gift to…
2024 Graduate Stories: Velin Georgiev
As a Lacy School of Business student, Velin Georgiev feels well-equipped for his future, graduating with invaluable hands-on experience. Upon graduation, Velin will travel across the West Coast before joining Eli Lilly & Co. as a Pricing, Reimbursement, and Market Access (PRA) Associate.
Butler University Joins NASPA’s Culture of Respect Collective
Butler University is honored to join a distinguished group of 12 colleges and universities from across North America in the eighth cohort of NASPA’s Culture of Respect Collective. This initiative gathers higher education institutions committed to eliminating campus sexual violence—a critical issue facing college campuses. Since its inception, the Collective has welcomed over 160 institutions,…
Employee Spotlight: Meet Kathy Hankins
Working in the Office of Budgets and Grants, Kathy Hankins oversees the annual University budgeting process. She feels inspired to make a difference, helping others become more financially aware.
Butler Selects Higher Education Leader and Youth Development Expert as Inaugural Dean of Two-Year Founder’s College
A social work and youth development scholar with years of experience leading system-wide initiatives at Indiana University will serve as the inaugural dean for the new Founder’s College at Butler University, a two-year program serving historically underserved students. Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, who is based in Indianapolis, will leave her roles as Indiana University’s Assistant Vice…
Butler University’s Institute for Well-being Announces Winners of the Inaugural Well-being Awards
Butler University’s Institute for Well-being (IWB), a pioneering center dedicated to enhancing holistic support for student, faculty, and staff well-being, proudly announces the winners of its inaugural well-being awards. These awards recognize outstanding achievements in well-being initiatives across higher education institutions. Excellence in Faculty/Staff Well-being: The University of Virginia’s Kultivate Konnection program, created by Pamela…
Employee Spotlight: Nii Kpakpo Abraham
Director of First-Year Experience, Nii Kpakpo Abraham, helps first-year students transition to Butler. He is proud of the growing collaborative spirit across campus to ensure students have the best experience.