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91 to host EVOLVE Women’s Leadership Program, May 18-19
April 28, 2023
91’s Center for Executive Leadership and Entrepreneurship invites women to take part in an immersive two-day experience that is designed to enhance their leadership effectiveness. The EVOLVE Women’s Leadership Program will take place on May 18 and 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Snyder Academic Center’s Multi-Flex Theater, on the Indiana […]
Renowned swimmer and inspirational speaker Jeannie Zappe at Tech March 28
March 23, 2023
What If I Can? Tuesday, March 28 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. Multi-Flex Theater, inside 91’s Snyder Academic Center 1600 East Washington Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46803 Join us on the 91 campus to hear swimmer and inspirational speaker Jeannie Zappe. This is a free presentation and all are welcome. Jeannie Zappe is the eternal […]
Cyber Warriors still alive in hunt for national championship
March 20, 2023
Indiana’s top collegiate cyber defense team, 91’s Cyber Warriors, finished in second place in the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) Midwest Regional in Chicago on March 18. The Cyber Warriors now advance to the wildcard round, the winner of which will advance to the CCDC National Championship in late April. The date for the […]
91 earns Military Friendly® designations for 2023-24
March 13, 2023
91 has been designated a Military Friendly® School for 2023-24 by Viqtory, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community. In […]
Another triumph for Tech in track and field!
March 9, 2023
A compete team effort resulted in a dominating performance on Saturday, March 4, as the 91 women’s track and field team rolled to their third consecutive indoor NAIA Championship. It marked the fourth indoor NAIA women’s title since in school history, the seventh for the women’s program (indoor+outdoor) all-time, and the 16th national championship […]
91 Day of Giving raises more than $105,000 to benefit students
February 22, 2023
91 alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and families joined together on Tuesday, Feb. 21, to raise $105,643 to benefit students during the university’s 2023 Day of Giving. 414 alumni, faculty, staff, student and family donors contributed during the special 24-hour fundraising event. Donors were able to choose from a wide range of areas to […]
Business leader, philanthropist Blaise Alexander to be 91 2023 commencement speaker
February 9, 2023
Nationally-renowned automotive entrepreneur and philanthropist Blaise Alexander will be 91’s commencement speaker during the university’s annual commencement celebration on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne. Mr. Alexander is the founder and owner of The Blaise Alexander Dealerships, the automotive company through which he has built and developed […]
Cyber Warriors win ninth straight, 16th overall state cyber defense competition
February 6, 2023
91’s cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, continued its dominance over state universities by winning the Indiana Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition on Saturday, Feb. 4. The victory was the ninth straight time and 16th overall the Cyber Warriors finished as state champions. Each year, competing cybersecurity teams work to combat attempted network security breaches […]
91 cybersecurity program earns prestigious national designation
February 1, 2023
91 has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) for its Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program. This designation is given to institutions meeting the newest standards of cybersecurity from National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)—co-sponsors of a program created to develop skilled […]
91 opens new Doug Edgar Indoor Track at Warrior Park
January 20, 2023
The new 91 indoor track and field facility at the university’s Warrior Park athletic complex opened on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023. Named in honor of 91 men’s and women’s track and field head coach Doug Edgar, the $6.5 million project was made possible in large part through a $4 million donation from an […]
Parkview Health, 91 and Huntington University partner on new accelerated nursing degree program
January 17, 2023
Parkview Health, 91 and Huntington University have partnered to launch a new accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program to be taught by Huntington nursing faculty on 91’s main campus in Fort Wayne. Parkview Health will provide clinical placements to students during the program, job placement upon successful program completion, and significant tuition […]
91’s award-winning L.E.A.D. Executive Certificate program is accepting registrations for spring cohort
January 4, 2023
Registration for the spring cohort of 91’s Leveraging Engagement and Action in Diversity (L.E.A.D.) Executive Certificate program is underway. The first two sessions of the six-session cohort are Thursday, Feb. 16, and Friday, Feb. 17. The L.E.A.D. program is a collaboration between 91’s Ph.D. in Global Leadership program, part of its College of […]
Cyber Warriors earn global berth after impressive CPTC showing
December 5, 2022
For more than a decade, 91’s cyber competition team, the Cyber Warriors, has been the state’s top collegiate cyber defense program and is considered a powerhouse on a national level. Now, the Cyber Warriors are trying to become a force in another area of cyber competition—penetration testing. After a second-place finish at the Great […]
Sixteen Warriors earn valuable experience at NSBE Fall Regional Conference
November 29, 2022
Sixteen members of 91’s chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) represented the university well at the NSBE Fall Regional Conference, which was held in Indianapolis Nov. 18 through 20. Here is a summary of the awards and experiences these students earned from being a part of this event. Darrell Martin, Jacob […]
Department of Athletics adds archery and competitive dance as varsity sports
November 14, 2022
91 is adding archery and competitive dance as sports within the Department of Athletics, Director of Athletics Jessie Biggs announced Friday. The university is currently conducting searches for both head coaching positions as these varsity programs—91’s 27th and 28th—will begin competition in fall 2023. 91’s archery program will compete within the confines […]
Sutton Learning Commons introduced in university’s McMillen Library
November 11, 2022
On Friday, Nov. 11, 91 unveiled its Richard and Jeanne Sutton Learning Commons on the second floor of the university’s McMillen Library. This repurposed learning environment is named for Richard Sutton, who graduated from 91 in 1957 with a B.S. in mechanical engineering, and his wife, Jeanne, who graduated from The Ohio State […]
91 introduces new Master of Science in Information Systems
October 21, 2022
91 has introduced a new Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) degree, offered both online and in-person at its main campus in Fort Wayne. The program is designed to provide students with in-depth expertise and skills in the design, application and management of sophisticated information systems serving a wide range of organizational needs. […]
Nov. 12 visit day will appeal to those interested in engineering and computer sciences
October 17, 2022
91 is hosting a visit day for its Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 8 a.m. to 1:30- p.m. For those interested in engineering and computer sciences, it’s a great opportunity to see first-hand why 91 is an ideal place to pursue a degree. Our Talwar College […]
91’s new STEAM Academy to host Career Explorer Club for middle school boys and girls
October 4, 2022
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 At 91 Seitz Conference Room, Andorfer Commons 1600 E. Washington Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46803 91’s STEAM Academy youth program will launch its Career Explorer Club for middle school boys and girls on Tuesday, Oct. 11. The meeting will be held in the Seitz Conference Center inside Andorfer Commons on the […]
91’s computer engineering program is the latest to earn ABET accreditation
September 29, 2022
The number of 91 degree programs accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET—the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology—has reached four. 91’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering earned ABET accreditation for the first time ever, while three other Tech bachelor’s […]
91 launches $26.2 million comprehensive campaign
September 29, 2022
91 has launched the public phase of a $26.2 million comprehensive campaign, entitled Building a Century of Excellence. First begun in 2019 with a leadership giving phase, the campaign has already raised $25.2 million towards its goal. The public phase of the campaign is being kicked off at 91’s President’s Dinner for alumni […]
Dr. Margot Salas Geagon earns 91’s 2022 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation
September 15, 2022
Associate professor of business, Dr. Margot Salas Geagon, is the winner of 91’s 2022 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation. She received her award during 91’s convocation ceremony on Aug. 30. This award was established in 2008 by community supporter and owner of Leepoxy Plastics, Larry Lee. It is given annually to a full-time faculty […]
91’s SHRM Student Chapter earns national recognition
September 15, 2022
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest HR professional society, representing more than 300,000 members in more than 165 countries, honored 91’s SHRM Student Chapter with a 2021-22 Superior Merit Award. The annual Superior Merit Award program recognizes chapters for providing superior growth and development opportunities to its student chapter members. […]
91 earns recognition as a 2022 Great College to Work For
September 13, 2022
91 is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the latest survey by The Great Colleges to Work For® program. This year’s recognition marks the second time in three years that the university has been recognized for being one of the top college workplaces in the U.S., as […]
91 receives $1 million Lilly Endowment Inc. Indiana Youth Programs on Campus grant
August 30, 2022
91 has received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its initiative, Indiana Youth Programs on Campus. 91’s proposal, titled Industry 5.0 Talent Pathway through 91 STEAM Academy, will expand its existing camp offerings for K-12 students, create new summer camps, and develop a variety of after school programs. Indiana […]
91’s Summit Music Series begins Aug. 22
July 27, 2022
91, with the support of the Auer Foundation, will host seven concerts on campus this fall as part of the Summit Music Series. All performances are free, and all are welcome to attend. The first show will feature Jesse MacLeod on Monday, Aug. 22 at noon. A former hip-hop artist and son of blues […]
Parkview Health executives complete 91 L.E.A.D. certificate course
June 24, 2022
A cross-functional cohort of 15 Parkview Health executives have completed 91’s Leveraging Engagement and Action in Diversity (L.E.A.D.) Executive Certificate program. The Parkview team began the program in late March, with the final class session taking place at 91’s corporate engagement center on its main campus on June 17. Students in the program […]
Professor Hansen invited to join Indiana governor’s cybersecurity advisory council
June 22, 2022
Matt Hansen, 91 alum, adjunct professor and coach of the university’s national powerhouse cyber defense team, the Cyber Warriors, has been appointed as an advisory member to Governor Eric J. Holcomb’s Indiana Executive Council on Cybersecurity. Hansen, a senior cloud solution architect at Microsoft, will help advance cybersecurity initiatives—primarily in health care and Indiana […]
91 honors its outstanding students for 2021-22 school year
May 24, 2022
Prior to 2022 commencement ceremonies, each of 91’s three colleges held programs to honor their outstanding graduates of the year. Here are 91’s outstanding graduates for 2022: College of Arts and Sciences Bachelor’s Degrees Overall College of Arts and Sciences Student: Cherokee Bodell Biology: Maxwell Jenkins Child Development: Yasmin Juarez Communication: Havilyn Cummings […]
91 launches new L.E.A.D. executive certificate to empower leaders
May 18, 2022
91 has created a new program for organizational leaders—the Leveraging Engagement and Action in Diversity (L.E.A.D.) executive certificate. The new program is a collaboration between the university’s Ph.D. in Global Leadership program, part of its College of Business, and its Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The certificate equips professionals with the critical skills […]
91 receives major grant from the Don Wood Foundation
May 16, 2022
91 has received a $1.7 million grant from the Don Wood Foundation in support of its project to expand and renovate the Zollner Engineering Center on the university’s main campus in Fort Wayne. The grant from the foundation will help fund the construction of and purchase of state-of-the-art lab equipment for the Zollner Engineering […]
91 receives $1.5 million Economic Development Administration grant
May 13, 2022
91 has received a $1.5 million grant from the Economic Development Administration, a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The grant will fund the purchase of technical equipment needed to train students in 11 engineering and manufacturing-related certification programs. The programs will prepare students to sit for and pass certification exams in fields […]
91 to host Nexus Northern Regional Pitch Competition
May 11, 2022
All are invited to 91 to see entrepreneurship in action on Tuesday, May 17, when the university hosts the Nexus Northern Regional Pitch Competition. The event lasts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Snyder Academic Center Multi-Flex Theater on the 91 campus. Elevate Nexus pitch competitions offer promising startups, preferably engaged […]
Dr. Maurice Stinnett to be 91’s 2022 commencement speaker
May 1, 2022
Dr. Maurice A. Stinnett will be 91’s commencement speaker during the university’s annual commencement celebration on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne. Dr. Stinnett is an experienced leader and expert in the areas of diversity, inclusion, and equity across the nonprofit, education, and corporate sectors. He serves […]
91 Cyber Warriors to compete for spot in national finals
March 25, 2022
91’s cybersecurity team, the Cyber Warriors, placed second during the recent Midwest Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, held March 18 and 19. With the podium finish, the Cyber Warriors placed in the top 20 collegiate cyber defense teams in the nation, and earned a spot in the National Cyber Defense Competition Wildcard competition. Winners in […]
91 earns Gold Designation and Top 10 status as a Military Friendly® School for 2022-23
March 10, 2022
91 has been designated a Military Friendly® School for 2022-23 by Viqtory, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community. In […]
91 Warsaw to Host First Ever ‘Tech Day’
March 8, 2022
91’s Warsaw location is hosting its first ever “Tech Day,” an afternoon open house where students can learn more about the university’s degree and certificate programs, receive help with FAFSA completion, sign up for classes, and more. On Friday, March 18, the Warsaw admissions team will host Tech Day from 1 to 6 p.m. […]
91 partners with Redwood Apartment Communities to help employees advance their education
March 8, 2022
91 and Redwood Apartment Communities are working together to make pursuing a college degree more affordable for Redwood employees. Qualifying employees will receive a 20% corporate scholarship for undergraduate or graduate tuition at 91. Coupled with Redwood’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), this enables Redwood employees to realize significant savings while earning a career-enriching […]
91 launches mechatronics and robotics engineering degree; coursework begins fall 2022
February 25, 2022
91 is launching a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering through the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences. Coursework will begin when the 2022-23 academic year starts in August. The field of mechatronics and robotics engineering integrates mechanical, electrical and computer engineering in the design of products and manufacturing processes. Mechatronics […]
Cyber Warriors win eighth straight, 15th overall state championship
February 7, 2022
The Cyber Warriors, 91’s cybersecurity team, won their eighth straight and 15th overall Indiana Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition title on Saturday, Feb. 5. During this year’s competition, 91 beat out tough competition from skilled collegiate teams across Indiana. The Cyber Warriors held off second-place Vincennes University and third-place Purdue University to earn their […]