Wednesday, April 16, 2025 

See which IUP women were recently recognized for their leadership; find out how being a people person influenced Holly Branthoover’s career choice; and more

During the recent Celebration Weekend, IUP recognized seven of its accomplished graduates with the Distinguished Alumni Award and five members of the university family with the 2025 Award of Excellence in Volunteer Leadership. Find out why these alumni and volunteers (in some cases, alumni volunteers) stand out.

GET AN UPDATE ON THE BUDGET, THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING PROCESS, AND OTHER FINANCIAL TOPICS FROM THE LEADERSHIP TEAM ON MONDAY AT 11:20 A.M. IN SUTTON HALL’S BLUE ROOM. QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS ARE WELCOME.

Had Holly Branthoover stayed in law school, her life certainly would have taken a different turn. Instead, she found her true passion in counseling, and she has never looked back. Learn more about her in this week’s Meet Our Faculty feature.

Six IUP women—two each from the faculty, staff, and administration—were recently honored for their leadership in and dedication to achieving inclusive excellence. Learn more about them and the Women’s Leadership Awards program.

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