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A birthday is a celebration of past and future. It’s a time when
many find themselves reflecting on all they’ve accomplished—and
looking forward to new discoveries and experiences that will make
life even richer. It’s been no different for IPFW as it celebrates
40 years in northeast Indiana.
Building on the foundation of two internationally renowned universities, Indiana and Purdue, IPFW has grown into a remarkable institution with its own identity. The campus has educated thousands of students and become a community cornerstone.
“IPFW has accomplished so much in 40 years,” Chancellor Michael Wartell said. “From the beginning, we’ve played a major role in the life of this community. Our focus on regional partnerships has enhanced the area’s quality of life, and, at the same time, we’ve provided an excellent education to residents of northeast Indiana—nearly 40,000 of them have earned degrees with us.”
Having come this far, IPFW has much to look forward to. This year, the university opened student housing, adding a new dimension to student life on campus. More construction is planned for coming years, including buildings to house IPFW’s superb music and medical education programs. IPFW now offers more degree options than ever before—more than 180—and plans to add to that number. And IPFW hopes to expand its community partnerships to support the region’s academic, cultural and economic development.
“IPFW makes northeast Indiana a better place to live,” Wartell said. “We nurture innovation. We nurture the community. And we’re nurturing the next generation of leaders who will guide Indiana in the coming years.”
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