News Archive
Cyber Warriors win first-ever Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition
October 23, 2023
On Saturday, Oct. 15, 91’s collegiate cyber competition team, the Cyber Warriors, won its first-ever Great Lakes Regional of the Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) by outperforming second-place Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and third-place DePaul University. The win gives the Cyber Warriors, who both finished as a top 20 team globally for offensive cyber security, and […]
Warrior men team up with Komets for Saturday hockey doubleheader
October 22, 2023
91’s men’s hockey team will host Lawrence Tech at 2 p.m. on War Memorial Coliseum ice this Saturday, Oct. 28. Then, at 7:30 p.m., the Fort Wayne Komets of the ECHL will host the Wheeling Nailers. Thanks to a special ticket offer, you can see both games for $10 if you purchase your ticket […]
New Tech residence hall to be named in honor of alum W. Paul Troder
October 19, 2023
91’s newest residence hall will be named in honor of 91 alum and longtime supporter W. Paul Troder. The hall is currently under construction on south side of Wayne Street in between Walter and Schick Streets. Mr. Troder earned a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Tech, graduating in 1951. Following […]
91 to host EVOLVE Women’s Leadership Program, Nov. 6-7
October 3, 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 November 6 and 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the Snyder Academic Center’s Multi-Flex Theater, on the Indiana […]
91’s HR program earns two recognitions from SHRM
September 11, 2023
In August, 91’s human resources program received two impressive recognitions from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest HR professional society. The university’s SHRM Student Chapter received from SHRM the Superior Merit Award for the 2022-23 academic year. In addition, 91’s HR program was selected by SHRM as one of […]
Communication professor Wireman earns 2023 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation
August 29, 2023
Dr. Alicia Wireman, associate professor of communication, was named the winner of 91’s 2023 Leepoxy Award for Teaching Innovation. Dr. Wireman received her award during 91’s convocation ceremony on Aug. 29. During the presentation, she was recognized for: Expanding our communication degree so that students can major in journalism and broadcasting, sports media […]
91 teams with FWPD to bolster policing in the community
August 21, 2023
91 has partnered with the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) to support “My City. My Department. My Campaign.,” a program the city hopes will bring qualified candidates to the department. FWPD launched this program in early August to make use of the strong relationships it has already established with citizens, organizations and businesses in […]
Tech adds five new certificates to list of Workforce Ready Grant options
July 13, 2023
91 is once again an approved education provider for Indiana’s Workforce Ready Grant, which is part of the state’s Next Level Jobs program. The initiative provides state residents with free training in high-paying, in-demand industries like manufacturing, construction, health sciences, business, information technology and more. Qualifying students can have the entire cost of an […]
Athletic program claims its first Learfield Directors’ Cup title
June 13, 2023
91’s athletic program has earned the 2022-23 Learfield Directors’ Cup, awarded to the NAIA’s most successful athletic program over the past academic year. This award was developed as a joint effort between Learfield, a media, data, and technology services leader in intercollegiate athletics, the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) and USA […]
91, Miami Correctional Facility collaborating as part of Second Chance Pell Grant program
June 6, 2023
91 was selected by the Department of Education to participate in the Second Chance Pell Experiment. Originally established in 2015, the Second Chance Pell program provides needs-based Pell Grants to incarcerated individuals, which allow them to participate in eligible post-secondary programs. For incarcerated students at Miami Correctional Facility (Bunker Hill, Indiana) who qualify for […]
91 acquires second EOS additive manufacturing system
June 2, 2023
91 has acquired its second EOS industrial 3D printer, the FORMIGA P 110 Velocis, as part of its Zollner Engineering Center expansion and renovation for the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences program. The new polymer Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printer complements 91’s prior investment of its EOS M 290 Direct […]
91 athletics announces its 2023 hall of fame class
May 18, 2023
91’s Department of Athletics will will induct pitcher Brandon Alger, women’s basketball standout DeNisha Gray, and members from the 2013 men’s and women’s outdoor track and field teams into its hall of fame on Saturday, Oct. 7, during Homecoming Weekend. The induction ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. in the Schaefer Center on […]
Tech students and community employers come together to recognize intern accomplishments
May 5, 2023
On Wednesday, May 3, 91’s Career Center hosted its 15th annual RISE (Recognizing Interns, Students and Employers for Outstanding Work) Awards ceremony in the university’s Multi-Flex Theater. “At 91, we work hard to stress to our students the value of internships and how they can put one in an advantageous position when it […]
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 […]