real world experience, ultimate career readiness
At Indiana State University, learning doesn’t stop when the lecture ends. Experiential learning empowers students to think critically, engage deeply, and connect with real-world opportunities. Because of campaign donors, 155 new endowed funds have been created, with many dedicated to supporting experiential opportunities such as internships, lab research, externships, and field projects. These endowments ensure students gain the hands-on experience that transforms academic learning into career readiness.
The Jerry and Jan Cockrell Experiential Learning Endowment
Dr. Jerry ’74, GR ’75 and Jan ’75 Cockrell pledged $100,000 to enhance experiential learning opportunities for students in the Bailey College of Engineering and Technology and the College of Health and Human Services. The Jerry and Jan Cockrell Experiential Learning Endowment provides financial support to students seeking hands-on learning experiences such as internships, externships, summer research programs, and laboratory work. The couple has decades of expertise in education and community, Dr. Cockrell as a Professor of electronics and computer engineering technology at Indiana State, and Jan serving the Westminster Village Life Plan community for 40 years. Their gift reflects the spirit of Indiana State’s campaign to elevate student opportunity through experiences that offer career preparation.
think critically, engage deeply, connect thoughtfully
Learning doesn’t end when you leave the classroom. It’s about an all-encompassing holistic experience while you’re a student here on campus. Here, professional development activities, career readiness, internships, and study abroad experiences enhance the educational foundation, and transform students’ lives. It’s time to be so bold!
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the chances of a lifetime
Experiential learning is key to success after our students graduate. And that truly is a cornerstone of Indiana State. When we talk about preparing students for their future as citizens and our great society, it’s more than a career. It’s all about having those experiences that connect what they’re learning in the classroom to what is actually going on out in the field.
the ISU Advantage is real
As we inaugurate the Indiana State Advantage in the fall of 2022, we’re committing to providing every undergraduate student with the chance to have up to $3,000 and support for one of four life-changing experiences: an internship, a service learning experience, a study abroad experience, or an undergraduate research experience. And you can help.
Be So Bold
Give today and help Sycamores grow strong! With almost half of our student body made up of first generation college goers, and an equal percentage of financially fragile students, this bold campaign is necessary. Your generosity will help students who thrive in their academic pursuits and prepare them to go on to do amazing things with their lives. It’s time to get loud, and Be So Bold.