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As autumn colors sweep across campus, we enter this new season joyful, prayerful, and thankful—holding close the encouragement of 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18: “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Homecoming is just around the corner this weekend, and we can’t wait to welcome alumni, families, and friends back to campus. It’s a special time to celebrate shared memories, create new ones, and rejoice in all that God is doing in and through the Wildcat community.
We’re also looking ahead with anticipation to our IWU Alumni & Friends Tour: Washington D.C. Trip in April 2026, a meaningful opportunity to travel, connect, and reflect together. Alongside this, we’re excited to share news of new university partnerships that are expanding IWU’s reach and impact, as well as inspiring alumni stories and updates from across the globe.
In this season of gratitude, thank you for being a faithful and vital part of the IWU story.
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PCI Alumni Story Telling Project Update
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Several alumni who participated in our Alumni Storytelling Project with PCI have reached out for an update, and we want to keep you informed. PCI is the company that connected with our alumni, collected your stories, and is now in the process of creating the book.
While stories were collected through late Spring 2025, the production of the book has unfortunately been delayed. We share in your frustration and want you to know that we are in regular communication with PCI, following up weekly to help move this project forward. PCI has informed us that they will be reaching out directly to alumni very soon with more information about the delay and the status of individual orders.
For those who would like to check on their order in the meantime, PCI can be reached directly at 1-800-982-1590 or PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.
We are genuinely excited to see these incredible stories come to life and look forward to sharing them with our Wildcat community soon. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm!
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Check out the new promo video by clicking on the IWU letters!
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Join us for Homecoming Weekend! We’re rolling out the red carpet for alumni, families, and friends to return to campus for a memorable weekend filled with celebration, reconnection, and fun.
Enjoy a wide range of family-friendly events including reunions, campus tours, live music, athletic events, and engaging activities for all ages. It’s the perfect time to relive your favorite IWU memories and make new ones with fellow Wildcats.
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IWU Alumni & Friends Tour: Washington D.C. Trip April 2026
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The Indiana Wesleyan University Alumni Association is partnering with Revelate.Travel by NTS to host a Freedom & Faith Tour to Washington D.C. in April 2026!
Don't miss this chance to explore the history of our nation in the very place it began. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JW4irN
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Check out our video outlining details about the trip from our University Advancement Staff!
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UNIVERSITY NEWS & PARTNERSHIPS
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VOCES8 Live in Concert in Marion
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Join us for a celebration of the first 20 years of VOCES8 in a concert of our favorite and most popular pieces! Featuring music from across the centuries we look back at some of the music we have grown up with as well as sing pieces by contemporary composers we are proud to call friends. We also pay tribute to our arrangers including our long-time arranger-in-residence Jim Clements.
Promo Code: IWUALUMNI to receive $10 off your ticket.
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School of Integrated Learning and Development (SILD) Receives Award
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IWU received the 2025 Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement, from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), one of the highest honors in educator preparation.
“This recognition underscores our faculty’s devotion to equipping future educators with the knowledge, integrity, and innovative practices needed to excel in classrooms nationwide,” said Dean of SILD Amie Anderson. “It is both an honor and a responsibility to be counted among institutions that set the standard for quality in teacher preparation."
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Mathtrack Institute & IWU Partner for New Program
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The apprenticeship program offers an accelerated and affordable pathway to an accredited degree and teaching license in early childhood, elementary, secondary, and special education. Together, the institutions aim to transform how people can professionally launch and grow their careers in education. Apprentices can earn up to 30 credits through classroom experience, with the remaining coursework completed online.
The initiative builds on two proven models: IWU’s “Para to Teacher” pathway, which has supported more than 800 educators in Texas and Indiana, and on MathTrack’s success licensing 25 new Indiana math teachers in the last 18 months. Together, the two institutions are already serving more than 1,000 educators nationwide.
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ALUMNI NEWS & LIFE UPDATES
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Jim at the age of 73 has started working full-time at The Salvation Army in Marion, IN in Guest Services.
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Kyle now leads Smyrna High School’s nationally recognized TV & Film program, where students have produced two feature films—The Strings Attached (2024) and REAL (2025)—both premiering in theaters and streaming on Amazon Prime. The program is launching its first student-produced TV series, The Fifth Block, in 2025, while Kyle prepares to release his upcoming book, The Playbook.
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Rhonda (Moretto) Brown '95
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While still teaching, Rhonda co-authored curriculum guides for the Department of Education in Florida and a Forensic Science textbook for Cengage Publishing. After 25 years in the classroom, she retired to become an education consultant. Now teachers are her students!
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After nearly 27 years with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Kraig is excited to begin his new role serving as Executive Regional Vice President, overseeing ministry in 33 states. He and his wife Christy have prayed for guidance, and we believe this is the next step of obedience. He is looking forward to working with the 1,176 staff members across these states, developing people, programs, and places to share the hope of Jesus with coaches and athletes nationwide.
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Wikoff Color headquartered in Fort Mill, SC has named John Russell as Director of Quality, Environmental, Safety & Health (QESH). With over 30 years of experience in quality and operational excellence, Russell will lead continuous improvement initiatives and align QESH programs with Wikoff’s enterprise-wide quality standards. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from IWU and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
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Carl (Jake) Light III '04 & '08
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Carl retired after 44 years in manufacturing from Caterpillar Inc. located in Lafayette, IN.
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Keith writes, illustrates and publishes children's books. He has multiple books available; The Fuel Factory and The Titans of Taste. Either of these are available for purchase on his website, https://www.keithloweart.com/shop.
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Blake was elected as Judge to Howard Superior Court 2 in Kokomo, IN.
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Elijah began a new position as Clinical Supervisor with Indianapolis Comprehensive Treatment Center. Please join us in celebrating this new opportunity and the important work being done to help individuals who are struggling with substance use disorders.
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Captain Aaron Morley was promoted to Major in February 2025 in the United States Army Reserve.
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Megan (Fowler) Johnson '10
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Megan Johnson, a fourth-grade teacher at Central Elementary in Plainfield, IN has been named the 2026 Indiana Teacher of the Year. With 18 years of experience, she’s known for her passion for early literacy and leadership in the science of reading. Johnson also champions project-based learning, helping students connect classroom lessons to real-world challenges. Indiana Education Secretary Katie Jenner praised her as a “dedicated literacy champion” whose impact goes far beyond test scores.
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Major Theodore was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in December 2024 in the United States Army Reserve.
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The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences has welcomed eight new PhD students in Social Welfare who will train as researchers and leaders addressing social issues worldwide. Among them is Jesse Bassett, a research associate at the Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education, whose work focuses on mental health, substance use, and trauma-informed interventions. With a background in therapy and nonprofit leadership, Bassett aims to advance research that strengthens policy and supports vulnerable youth and families.
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About eight years ago, Jairus started a Mental Health Practice as an LCSW, partnering with his church, Mountain West in Stone Mountain, GA, to provide therapy for staff and congregants. God then placed it on his heart to create a nonprofit to offer Christ-centered counseling to churches across Georgia. He developed a training handbook combining scripture with therapeutic techniques to equip born-again Christian therapists. Through an affordable subscription model, churches can access trained therapists who point people to Christ in their counseling journey. He is launching January 1, 2026, and would greatly appreciate prayers and support for this much-needed ministry in Atlanta!
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Mark received his CAP Credential in Florida and being promoted to Clinical Supervisor over a substance abuse program with The GEO Group in Okeechobee, FL.
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Victoria (Binkerd) Dunno '14
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Since leaving IWU, Victoria has married her high school sweetheart - Ian Dunno. In their 10 wonderful years of marriage, they have welcomed two boys into the world -- Ellis Dunno (Sept. 2018) & Hudson Dunno (April 2021).
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Forge ECI has appointed Caitlin Hancock as its new President and CEO following a nationwide search. A 10-year veteran of the organization and Indiana Wesleyan University alumna, Hancock has been instrumental in advancing regional growth initiatives, including $50 million in READI investments.“I’m honored to lead Forge ECI at such an important moment,” Hancock said. “Together, we are forging the future of East Central Indiana.”
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Jacob married Erin Yoder on September 27, 2025.
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First Lieutenant Tyler Weber was promoted to Captain in October 2024 in the United States Army Reserve.
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We’d love to celebrate life’s milestones with you and keep your IWU family in the loop! Whether you’ve started a new job, relocated, or added a little Wildcat to your family, be sure to update your information with us.
✨ If you’ve recently had a baby, or have a young child(ren), let us know and we’ll send you a free IWU onesie or youth shirt to help welcome them to the IWU family!
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IWU Alumni Office | 4201 S. Washington St. | Marion, IN 46983 | 765-677-2110
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