The Horizon

Dean steps down

IUS Horizon • March 14, 2010

After 12 years, Cliff Staten, dean of Social Sciences, is leaving his position as dean to become a full-time faculty member. Staten said he decided to retire from the dean position because he wanted a change of pace.

Senior shortstop looks to make a difference following softball

IUS Horizon • March 14, 2010

For Shana Andres, sociology senior and shortstop, softball has been important throughout her life. Andres currently plays shortstop for the IUS softball team. However, she has been playing the sport since she was a young girl.

Men’s tennis team looks forward to defending KIAC championship

IUS Horizon • March 7, 2010

The IUS men’s tennis team will compete in their first game on Friday, March 12, against Brescia University.

New director seeks to encourage more alumni activities, festivities

IUS Horizon • February 28, 2010

Jerry Wayne, vice chancellor for Alumni and Community Relations, became the new director for the IUS Alumni Association in fall 2009.

Instructor achieves successes through photography

IUS Horizon • February 21, 2010

Bryan Moss, adjunct professor of journalism, lives in a world of photography. From teaching photojournalism reporting at IU Southeast to having worked at various newspapers, Moss has dedicated his life to taking pictures. Moss first became interesting in photography taking photos during his high school years.

Institute for Local and Oral History discusses research

IUS Horizon • February 14, 2010

IU Southeast contains many educational programs which services to students. One of the programs is the Institute for Local and Oral History.

IU Southeast up for re-accreditation

IUS Horizon • February 7, 2010

IU Southeast is undergoing the final process of accreditation this semester to determine the qualities of the university. The accreditation process is a method for determining how the campus performs. The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools comes to IU Southeast every 10 years to see how the university has improved.

Meade County students receive in-state tuition

IUS Horizon • February 5, 2010

Meade County, Ky., joined tuition reciprocity in December 2009, making it eligible for in-state tuition at IU Southeast. Located west of Louisville, Meade County is the fifth county in Kentucky to be included in tuition reciprocity, joining Jefferson, Bullitt, Oldham and Trimble Counties.

Housing survey evaluates program

IUS Horizon • January 26, 2010

Residence Life launched a national housing survey from November through December 2009 to assess student satisfaction with the program. The purpose of the survey, called the ACUHO-I/EBI Resident Assessment, was to provide insight into resident perceptions and help Residence Life identify strengths and areas of improvement.