Marian University Center for Vibrant Schools

06/01/2026

05/04/2026

Recently, we hosted a Speakers Bureau on Adolescent Literacy and how educators and parents can support young readers beyond grades K-3. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the discussion and our speakers: Jamey Peavler, Olivia Baughman, Karrianne Polk-Meek, and Abigail Simpson.

05/03/2026

Congratulations to all the Marian University Indianapolis University graduates! Please join us in celebrating these Center for Vibrant Schools staff who graduated today:

Jillian Lain, EdD in Organizational Leadership
Melissa Abernathy, MS in Reading Science
Lacey Ladd, MS in Reading Science

04/30/2026

🎉 That's a wrap! Congratulations to all the high school seniors who presented their capstone projects today! There were so many interesting projects, and we learned a lot.

💛 Thank you to the teachers, parents, and guardians who supported their students throughout the creation of their projects and attended the showcase.

💛 Thank you to our project evaluators who reviewed the projects and engaged with the students.

💛 Thank you to our volunteers and staff who helped keep everything running smoothly.

💛 Thank you to our hosts and sponsors: Marian University Center for Vibrant Schools, Indy STEM Alliance, PLTW - Project Lead The Way, Eli Lilly and Company, and Vincennes University! We are very grateful for your support!



Marian University Indianapolis
Carmel Clay Schools
Center Grove High School
MSD of Lawrence Township
Noblesville Schools
Westfield Washington Schools

04/30/2026

04/30/2026

Projects are currently being evaluated by industry experts. Students are making strong presentations!

PLTW - Project Lead The Way

04/30/2026

Today, high school seniors are showcasing their capstone projects in Project Lead The Way Engineering and Biomedical Sciences pathways. We'll be posting updates throughout the day, so be sure to follow along!

PLTW - Project Lead The Way

04/25/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Bob Behning, assistant vice president and director of the Center for Vibrant Schools, for being named a Leader in Education Transformation by The Mind Trust!

04/07/2026

Hey National Catholic Educational Association! 👋 We’re hanging out in the Expo Hall this week! Stop by, say “hi,” and learn how we can support your K-12 schools.

03/19/2026

Today is Day for the Knights! This is Marian University's annual day of giving. Please consider supporting the Center for Vibrant Schools by visiting marian.edu/dftk and selecting our program under "Academics."