Ivy Tech Columbus

Ivy Tech Columbus With supportive faculty and a culture of care, we’re here to help you succeed. Ivy Tech Columbus is one of 32 Ivy Tech campuses throughout the state of Indiana.

Ivy Tech Columbus is your connection to affordable education, offering hands-on training in high-demand fields like healthcare, IT, manufacturing, business, and education. Formally organized and commissioned in 1967, Ivy Tech Columbus began offering classes in 1968. The campus serves the residents of five counties: Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, and Jennings. More than 10,000 students are e

nrolled annually in 33 academic programs within the Schools of Business, Education, Fine Arts & Design, Technology, Liberal Arts, Health Sciences, Public & Social Services, and Nursing. Workforce Alignment serves over 1,500 students and corporate clients annually.

Honoring Juneteenth. Celebrating freedom. Inspiring opportunity.Today, we recognize the significance of Juneteenth and r...
06/19/2026

Honoring Juneteenth. Celebrating freedom. Inspiring opportunity.

Today, we recognize the significance of Juneteenth and reflect on the power of education to create brighter futures for all.

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In honor of the holiday, the Ivy Tech Columbus campus is closed on June 19th.

🥾 Ready to explore the great outdoors? 🌸The Ivy Tech Community College Columbus science faculty is hosting FREE local na...
06/03/2026

🥾 Ready to explore the great outdoors? 🌸

The Ivy Tech Community College Columbus science faculty is hosting FREE local nature hikes, and you’re invited! Whether you're a nature enthusiast or just want to learn more about the environment around you, this is the perfect weekend activity.

Here are the details for the next upcoming hike:
📅 Date: Saturday, June 6
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. (Meet in the parking area)
📍 Location: Selmier State Forest (905 E. CR 350N, North Vernon, IN 47265)
🦤 Focus: Birdwatching & wildflower discoveries
👤 Guide: Dr. Tom Sobat, Ivy Tech Columbus science faculty member

This event is completely free and open to the public—all community members are welcome!

🎒 What to bring:
The college will have a few pairs of binoculars available for public use, but you are highly encouraged to bring your own if you have them!

📧 Questions? Reach out to Dr. Tom Sobat at [email protected].

Invest in your people. Strengthen your HR strategy. Build the workforce your organization needs for the future. 🚀Ivy Tec...
05/26/2026

Invest in your people. Strengthen your HR strategy. Build the workforce your organization needs for the future. 🚀

Ivy Tech is excited to launch our 2026–2027 HR Professional Development lineup designed for HR professionals, people leaders, and talent teams looking to grow their impact.

This year’s offerings include:
✔️ SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management
✔️ SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Prep
✔️ *NEW* SHRM Talent Acquisition Training

Whether you’re building foundational HR knowledge, pursuing certification, or sharpening your talent acquisition strategy, these courses are designed to provide practical, real-world skills you can apply immediately.

📍 Virtual classes
📅 Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 options available
🎯 Designed for busy professionals and workforce leaders

Strong organizations start with strong people strategies — and we’re proud to support employers and HR professionals across our region in that work.

If you’re ready to invest in professional growth and organizational impact, we’d love to connect!

Engineering your future could start right here in Columbus. 🚀Through the Green2Gold Engineering program, students can be...
05/19/2026

Engineering your future could start right here in Columbus. 🚀
Through the Green2Gold Engineering program, students can begin at Ivy Tech Community College and continue toward a degree from Purdue University — all while saving money and staying close to home.

📲 Scan the QR code to request more information!

Every year, Ivy Tech campuses across the state honor faculty who make an extraordinary impact on student success. This y...
05/13/2026

Every year, Ivy Tech campuses across the state honor faculty who make an extraordinary impact on student success. This year, we’re thrilled to recognize our Ivy Tech Columbus President’s Award for Excellence in Instruction recipients:

✨ Full-Time: Dr. Aakash Gupta, Instructor and Chair, Green2Gold Program

Dr. Gupta currently teaches a number of courses in our Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology Programs. He also serves as the Green2Gold Chair and coordinates all aspects of the G2G Program, including recruiting, enrichment events, and maintaining strong communication with Purdue University and community industry partners. Dr. Gupta received his bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering and his masters degree in Engineering from Saint Louis University; he also completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue this past February.

✨ Adjunct: Lori Thurston, Adjunct Faculty, Schools of Information Technology and Business, Logistics, and Supply Chain

Lori has been a steady presence for a number of years for Ivy Tech Columbus; she has for us for over 20 years in the Business and IT disciplines. Lori is also completing her first year as the Education Professions Instructor at Blue River Career Center. She completed her bachelors degree in Business Administration and Education from Ball State University and her masters degree in Business Management from Indiana Wesleyan University.

✨ Dual Credit: Brooks Bowers, Dual Credit, Center Grove High School

Brooks has taught dual credit for Ivy Tech for several years and is credentialed to teach in the Schools of Information Technology and Business, Logistics, and Supply Chain. He earned his bachelors degree in Music Business with minors in Marketing and the Music Industry from Middle Tennessee State University and his MBA from Sullivan University.

From engineering to IT to business, these educators bring passion, expertise, and heart to their classrooms. They’ll be honored at the statewide celebration this fall and may advance for additional statewide awards.

Help us celebrate their commitment to our students and our community!

Thinking about a career in healthcare?Our CNA course is back this summer on the Columbus campus!Classes meet Thursdays &...
05/13/2026

Thinking about a career in healthcare?

Our CNA course is back this summer on the Columbus campus!

Classes meet Thursdays & Fridays for 10 weeks, starting the week of May 25, 2026. Take your first step into patient care this summer.

Contact Christy Ross or Yami Lopez at [email protected] for more information!

💚 During National Advisor Appreciation Week, our campuses were overflowing with gratitude. Students and colleagues took...
05/08/2026

💚 During National Advisor Appreciation Week, our campuses were overflowing with gratitude.

Students and colleagues took time to share heartfelt thanks with our academic advisors — celebrating their guidance, encouragement, and the countless moments of support that help our students stay confident and on track.

From quick check‑ins to big‑picture planning, our advisors make a real difference every day. We’re grateful not only for the work they do, but for the impact they have on every student who walks through their doors.

Thank you to our incredible advising team for everything you give, and to everyone who shared their appreciation this week. 💚

💚 For Advisor Appreciation Week, we asked our academic advisors one simple question: “What advice would you give to stu...
05/07/2026

💚 For Advisor Appreciation Week, we asked our academic advisors one simple question: “What advice would you give to students?”

Their answers were thoughtful, encouraging, and full of the wisdom they share every day.

We’re grateful for the guidance, support, and steady encouragement our advisors offer to students across Columbus, Franklin, and Shelbyville — and for sharing their wise words with all of us this week.

05/05/2026

Celebrating the students of Ivy Tech Community College Columbus as they take this exciting next step.

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