As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Haven Project and the IUP and Indiana communities take part in Take Back the Night. TBTN is an annual event to bring awareness to sexual violence and support those impacted by violence. 

This event has become a tradition at IUP and campuses across the globe. TBTN includes a march, rally, protest, and a speak-out that will take place on Wednesday, April 8.

As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Haven Project and the IUP and Indiana communities take part in Take Back the Night.

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IUP’s Career and Professional Development Center offers resources and workshops to help you plan for your future career. From internships to experiential learning opportunities, log in to Handshake using your IUP email to find experiences that match your goals and interests.

Consider job shadowing over the summer to gain a brief but critical view of the day-to-day work in your ideal career field. You can start now by talking with faculty, family, and friends who may be able to assist you in making connections with an employer in your field of interest.

IUP Libraries isn’t just for research—it’s also a place to build connections! Attend workshops, study groups, and library events to meet peers, faculty, and staff. Librarians can also guide you to resources for professional development and career research, helping you expand your network while on campus.

Did you know you can earn a Business Writing Credential through the Kathleen Jones White Writing Center? By attending select Wednesday Workshops—held in 📍210 Stabley Library and on Zoom at 7:00 p.m.—you’ll develop real-world professional writing skills while building a credential you can add to your résumé.

There is still time to earn the full certificate in April by attending the following Wednesday Workshops and completing a related tutorial with a KJWWC writing tutor:

Start building your Business Writing Credential today. Your future self will thank you!

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Research Appreciation Week spotlights the spirit of innovation and collaboration shared across all disciplines and recognizes the contributions that IUP’s original research and scholarship make to the region and the world.

Research Appreciation Week, held April 6–10, promises a full schedule of events showcasing the outstanding research done throughout the year by our faculty and students. Among the highlighted events is the IUP Scholars Forum, which offers our undergraduate and graduate students the chance to present their research or performances.

Have questions? Get answers at the Hawks Q&A Center.

Camden Rhude gives his gear to the first base coach during Wednesday's game vs. Point Park. 

IUP Baseball will host the first two games of a crucial four-game PSAC series against Slippery Rock on Friday, April 3, at 📍Owen J. Dougherty Field. The teams rank 4th and 5th in the PSAC West, respectively. The first pitch will be thrown at 1:00 p.m., with the second game starting shortly after the first game ends. Games three and four will be held at Slippery Rock on Saturday, April 4, with the first pitch going out at 1:00 p.m. Talons Up!

Keep up with your favorite teams at IUP Athletics.

SGA will host its annual Town Hall on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:00 p.m. in 📍Leonard Hall, 126. This is a great time to meet SGA members, including those running in the upcoming presidential election and other future student body representatives.

Join Ándale on Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 p.m. in 📍Leonard Hall, 114, for the opportunity to “travel around the world.” The event will feature students from various countries who will share learning experiences about their languages and cultures. 

Find more student organizations in Crimson Connect.

Join the Haven Project on Tuesday, April 7, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. to create a visual display across the 📍Oak Grove in preparation for Take Back the Night. Come and chalk facts, statistics, resources, and messages of support for survivors of sexual violence. All materials will be provided.

Keep yourself physically and mentally healthy at the Center for Health and Well-Being.

Research market rates to know your value, and practice explaining your accomplishments confidently and clearly. Time discussions strategically, stay professional, and express enthusiasm for the role. Be ready to justify your request with evidence, and negotiate respectfully for mutual benefit.

Learn about The Art of Salary Negotiation at our last Career Ready Seminar Series this spring on Wednesday, April 15, at 6:00 p.m. in 📍Leonard Hall, 225.

Get ready for your future at the Career and Professional Development Center.

April 6–10 is Thank a Donor Week, and you’re invited to help show appreciation to the generous donors who support our campus and make a real difference in students’ lives. Throughout the week, students can stop by designated pop-up campus locations (📍Stapleton Library, 📍HUB Fitness Center, and 📍Jane Leonard Hall) to write a handwritten thank‑you note or take part in the postcard design contest (submissions due between April 6 and April 10).

As a bonus, participating students will be entered to win prizes, including a $150 Amazon gift card for the top postcard design, a $75 Amazon gift card for the best written message, and an IUP gift basket for another standout entry. Plus, stop by the 📍HUB on Tuesday for free Dippin’ Dots, while supplies last.

Think you know IUP? Test your skills with teams of friends across the past 150 years. You could win IUP-themed prizes. All are invited to attend this event on Monday, April 6, at 6:00 p.m. in the 📍Elkin Hall Great Room. 

Find out everything happening at IUP on the Events Calendar.

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