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IU LAB initiative moves forward with trustees’ approval
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
At their February meeting, the Indiana University Board of Trustees approved a request to proceed with the establishment of the IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences, also known as IU LAB, and the development of a new parking facility on the IU Indianapolis campus.
Trustees approve resolution to honor Tom Morrison
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The Indiana University Board of Trustees passed a resolution honoring outgoing Vice President for Capital Planning and Facilities Tom Morrison during its February meeting.
Late IU trustee Melanie Walker honored with outdoor seating space on Bloomington campus
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The Indiana University Board of Trustees is honoring the memory of former trustee Melanie S. Walker, who died in 2021, with a special project on the IU Bloomington campus.
Stadium lighting conversions reduce energy consumption
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2024
LED lighting conversion have been completed at the IU Indianapolis Carroll Stadium and the IU Bloomington Memorial Stadium.
Repair and Rehabilitation projects support resilient, energy efficient campuses
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Indiana University's annual Repair and Rehabilitation program supports campus maintenance and energy efficient building systems.
Indiana University celebrates Arbor Day with statewide tree plantings
THURSDAY, MAY 30, 2024
Indiana University demonstrated its commitment to caring for and expanding its woodland campuses, a goal of the IU Climate Action Plan, during Earth Month.
Climate Action Plan names implementation committees; website updated
MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 2024
Implementation committees will develop recommendations to implement the strategies approved in the IU Climate Action Plan for their respective campuses. An updated website features goals, data and news.
Winter break safety and energy-savings tips
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023
Before leaving campus for winter break, IU Capital Planning and Facilities and IU Public Safety offer safety and energy-savings tips for students, faculty and staff.
Susie Johnson named associate vice president for facility operations
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023
As associate vice president for facility operations, Susie Johnson oversees facility operations on the Bloomington campus, while also coordinating and standardizing systems on all IU campuses.
Trustees approve $45 million in major research lab renovation, student housing design
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2023
The Indiana University Board of Trustees approved four items from the Facilities and Auxiliaries Committee meeting Nov. 10, including $45 million in research laboratory renovations that are part of IU’s more than $250 million investment in biosciences and $111 million investment in microelectronics.
IU appoints its first chief sustainability officer
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Jessica Davis has been named associate vice president and IU’s first chief sustainability officer, where she will lead efforts related to the university’s new Climate Action Plan.
IU Climate Action Plan approved
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Built over the past year through research and input from the university community, the plan establishes a pathway for IU to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
New Bloomington on-campus apartments, IU School of Medicine facilities approved by trustees
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023
The board approved a housing project on the former site of the Poplars building in Bloomington, as well as the build-out of space at IU School of Medicine that will support faculty and student research activity.
Lane restrictions, sidewalk closures on Dunn, 17th streets for Duke Energy project
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 2023
Renovations approved to improve classroom, lab spaces at IU Bloomington and IUPUI
FRIDAY, JUNE 16, 2023
The Indiana University Board of Trustees approved five facilities projects as well as an architectural design for spectator stands at the field hockey complex.
IUPUI and IUB place in United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
TUESDAY, JUNE 6, 2023
IUPUI and IUB placed #8 and #22, respectively, in the US for delivering on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, the only global performance metric that assesses universities against the SDGs. This was IUB’s first year reporting, and IUPUI maintained its rank for the third year in a row, despite an additional 330+ universities participating.
Former trustee Jim Morris honored with street naming
THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2023
Street signs renaming Riley Hospital Drive as Jim Morris Drive on the Indianapolis campus will go up Monday, honoring the IU alumnus and former member of the IU Board of Trustees.
Grant paves way for new multi-use path at IUPUI
THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2023
Road closure at Fee and Law lanes May 15-June 30
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2023
Restrictions will be in place on Fee and Law lanes from May 15 to June 30. The work is part of a project to improve safety at the intersection by replacing below-ground steam piping to resolve visibility and freezing condensation issues.
Earth Month Activities and Events
MONDAY, APRIL 10, 2023
Celebrate Earth Month with events throughout April. From the Campus River Cleanup to the Sustainability Symposium to the Spring Stuff Swap, there's something for everyone.
IU Climate Action Planning Committee Spring 2023 Open Forum Dates
MARCH 10, 2023
Trustees approve renovations for School of Nursing at IUPUI
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Energy-saving measures expand on all campuses
JANUARY 20, 2023
Winter storm kept facilities teams busy over holiday break
JANUARY 09, 2023
New LEED building certifications show IU’s continued dedication to green construction
IUPUI named Bicycle Friendly University
DECEMBER 05, 2022
CPF Facility Operations staff receive merit awards
CPF Facility Operations employees Allen Hall, David Sparks and John Taylor are among university staff to be honored with staff merit awards.
Trustees hear update on Climate Action Planning Committee
IU students study long-term impact of campus trees
Updated lights in the spotlight
Climate Action Planning Committee Fall 2022 Open Forum Dates
Climate action committee update
IU names interim director of sustainability
Climate Action Planning Committee Update
Witnessing Poplars' beginning and end
Board of Trustees approves legislative capital request for renovations, maintenance
Annual Repair and Rehabilitation Plan approved for all IU campuses
Renovations approved to create nursing simulation center at IU South Bend
IU renews its commitment to sustainability with new Climate Action Planning Committee
Facility Operations’ Landscape Services team has been tending to thousands of plants at our greenhouses. Here’s a look at what’s coming to our campus planting beds, planters and hanging baskets soon.
Architectural design approved for new School of Medicine education building
Jordan Avenue extension renamed for jazz legend David Baker
Work starts to restore Campus River
CPF staff receive 2021 merit awards
CPF employees Keith Wright, Russell Aynes, and Daemon Shell were among university staff honored with 2021 staff merit awards.
Jordan Avenue to be renamed in honor of Eagleson family
Reduced electricity use drives drop in greenhouse gas emissions on IU campuses
Medical Education Building construction, Wright Quad renovation approved
Fly in for Hilltop’s annual Bug Fest
IU receives Alternative Fuel Leader – Electric award
Annual Repair and Rehabilitation Plan approved for all campuses
Renovation, design projects approved for IUPUI, IU Bloomington campuses
Ballantine Hall Bike Hub Opens
Sites for School of Medicine, bid request for Collins Living-Learning Center approved by trustees
IUPUI's newest building brings together 3 STEM powerhouses on campus
Family affair: Father and sons are part of a proud heritage of working for IU
CPF staff receive 2020 merit awards
CPF employees Paul Aydt and Marty Shipley are among university staff honored with 2020 staff merit awards.
IU Board of Trustees approves projects for IUPUI, Bloomington campuses
Get back-to-school construction updates for Bloomington campus
IU ramps up cleaning regimen and resources again for fall 2020 semester
33-year veteran custodian's impromptu campus tour earns praise
IU School of Medicine project among 5 approved as part of 2021-23 legislative capital request
Fall prep: Cleaning campuses, rearranging classrooms and offices, installing safety signs
Cloth face coverings are required on all IU campuses beginning June 1, 2020.
Heck receives Pride of Indiana recognition
Maxwell Hall Renovation Public Notice
Ask the expert: Spring gardening tips
Service Building Address Change
CPF staff receive 2019 merit awards
CPF employees Sharon Backfish and Charlie Shepherd are among university staff honored with 2019 staff merit awards.
Hoard receives Pride of Indiana recognition
Real Estate unit implements MyVoice engagement plan
CPF staff receive 2018 merit awards
CPF employees Tim Fleener and Rick Tungate are among university staff honored with 2018 staff merit awards.
Grow your own vegetables and herbs at Hilltop Gardens
IU Bloomington earns STARS gold rating for sustainability efforts
University Architect’s Office changes name to Capital Projects
New computer program helps with analysis of utility data
A new software program is helping Facility Operations better analyze utility meter information across the Bloomington campus.
CPF staff receive 2017 merit awards
VPCPF employees Jill Kenealy-Minch, Brad Bond, and Gary Chambers were among university staff honored with 2017 staff merit awards.