Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne (IPFW) is a regional university campus located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. As a joint campus of Indiana University and Purdue University, IPFW offers undergarduate and graduate degrees from both universities among its 175 academic programs.
IPFW
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| Motto: One University. Two Great Names. |
| Chancellor |
Michael A. Wartell |
| School type |
Public |
| Religious affiliation |
None |
| Founded |
1917 |
| Location |
Fort Wayne, Indiana |
| Enrollment |
10,878 undergrad
877 post-grad. |
| Faculty |
340 |
| Endowment |
$12 million |
| Campus surroundings |
Medium-sized city |
| Campus size |
565 acres (2.3 kmē) |
| Mascot |
Mastodon |
1 History
In 1917, Indiana University started offering courses in Fort Wayne to 142 students in 12 courses. At a separate location, Purdue started the Purdue University Center in 1947. The two campuses merged in 1964 and opened a joint location, the present campus, in northeast Fort Wayne on the banks of the St. Joseph River.
2 Schools and Divisions
- Arts and Sciences
- Business and Management Sciences
- Continuing Studies
- Education
- Engineering, Technology and Computer Science
- Health Sciences
- Labor Studies
- Organizational Leadership & Supervision
- Public and Environmental Affairs
- Visual and Performing Arts
3 Athletics
With the Mastodon as their mascot, IPFW athletes compete as a NCAA Division IA school in the Mid-American Conference in tennis and the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association. Otherwise, they are without conference affiliation.
4 Notable alumni
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5 External link
Universities and colleges in Indiana
