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History and Organizational Structure
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Indiana State University was created on December 20, 1865, pursuant to an Indiana statute, and was originally known as the Indiana State Normal School. Its primary mission was to prepare teachers for the common schools of Indiana. Indiana State Normal School awarded its first baccalaureate degrees in 1908; master’s degrees were granted in 1928; and the first doctor of philosophy degrees were awarded in 1968.
ISU is governed by a Board of Trustees composed of nine persons appointed by the Governor of the State of Indiana. Two of the nine are nominated for consideration by the Governor, by the Alumni Board of the University, and one of the nine, a student member, is appointed by the Governor from nominations submitted by the Student Government Association’s Search and Screen Committee.
The University is administered by a president, who reports to the Board of Trustees as the University’s chief executive officer. The campus is organized into four broad operations areas: academic affairs; business and finance; enrollment management, marketing, and communications; and student affairs. Each area is headed by a vice president who reports directly to the president.
ISU has six academic divisions, each headed by a dean who reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The divisions include the Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business; Education; Nursing, Health, and Human Services; Technology; and the College of Graduate and Professional Studies.
ISU offers baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 312-263-0456. Academic programs across the colleges are accredited by more than 30 different agencies. In addition, the University holds institutional membership in at least ten major national associations.
The basic Carnegie classification for ISU is Doctoral/Research University. Institutions with this label offer a wide range of baccalaureate programs and are committed to graduate education through both masters and doctoral degrees.
Indiana State University Mission Statement
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Indiana State University combines a tradition of strong undergraduate and graduate education with a focus on community and public service. We integrate teaching, research, and creative activity in an engaging, challenging, and supportive learning environment to prepare productive citizens for Indiana and the world.
Indiana State University Vision Statement
Inspired by a shared commitment to improving our communities, Indiana State University will be known nationally for academic, cultural, and research opportunities designed to ensure the success of its people and their work.
Values
Indiana Integrity
We demonstrate integrity through honesty, civility, and fairness.
State Scholarship
We value high standards for learning, teaching, and inquiry.
T Transforming
We foster personal growth within an environment in which every individual matters.
R Responsibility
We uphold the responsibility of university citizenship.
E Education
We provide a well-rounded education that integrates professional preparation and study in the arts and sciences with co-curricular involvement.
E Embrace Diversity
We embrace the diversity of individuals, ideas, and expressions.
S Stewardship
We exercise stewardship of our global community.
The Indiana State University main campus adjoins the north side of Terre Haute’s downtown business district and covers more than 190 acres in the heart of the city. Varsity soccer and baseball fields are located within a mile of the main campus along the Wabash River. Memorial Stadium, the site of NCAA Division IAA football games, is located on Wabash Avenue, two miles east of the main campus.
The Sycamore Outdoor Center (SOC) is an outdoor teaching, learning, and research area designed to accommodate educational programs and services. The campus is located on a scenic 93 acre plot of land approximately 18 miles east of Terre Haute in Brazil, Indiana and includes eight man-made lakes.
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