empowering educators to inspire the next generation
At Indiana State University, world-renowned professors, mentors, and advisors are central to shaping critical thinkers and future trailblazers. The Be So BOLD campaign is committed to supporting faculty excellence—by empowering educators to write grants, publish research, and engage deeply in their disciplines, creating richer learning experiences for students. At Indiana State, supporting faculty excellence means providing our renowned professors, mentors, and lifelong advisors with the financial support and resources they need to shape critical thinkers and future leaders.

the creation of knowledge is fundamental to the success of all academic communities
“The Zink History Faculty Development Fund enabled me to visit the Archives of the Indies in Seville, Spain, this year, where I continued my research into the Spanish imperial diplomatic service. The Zink Fund helps ensure that our students and the wider public benefit from the discoveries and creative energy of the Indiana State faculty for years to come. For this investment in our future, I am truly grateful.”
Dr. Timothy Hawkins
Professor of History
the student experience is at the heart of everything we do
Supporting Faculty Excellence means providing our renowned professors, mentors, and lifelong advisors with the financial support they need to write grants, publish research, and be engaged in their disciplines in a way that allows them to reach and teach students in new and unique ways. When students go to Indiana State University, bold transformations await.
Paul and Susan Chaney
Paul and Susan Chaney help bring National Pan-Hellenic Council Plaza to life
Don Dudine's Vision for ISU's Student Philanthropy Group
Indiana State University Raises more than $1.35 Million on Give to Blue Day 2024
Sycamore Athletics
New locker rooms at Hulman Center would be 'game changers'
A record-breaking day of giving
Give to Blue Day
making transformations possible
Our faculty provides a solid foundation for an impactful student experience. With your help, we can give our faculty the time and resources they need to stay current in their disciplines and active in the latest trends in pedagogy so that they can give their students everything they need to succeed.
ISU is home to world-renowned research
From microbiology research into cell level changes for fighting cancer to studying birds in the Adirondacks to exploring microscopic organisms at the bottom of the ocean, our faculty is engaged in meaningful research to help answer some of life’s biggest questions. Together, we’re working to make the world a better place to live.

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.



