Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus/Franklin is launching the public phase of a major gifts campaign with a goal of $8 million, according to Brenda Vogel, Ivy Tech executive director of resource development. The campaign leadership team includes Jesse Brand, owner of Brands, Inc.; Hutch Shumaker, president of Coca-Cola Bottling Co.; Rick Johnson, president of Johnson Ventures; Tony Moravec, owner of Blairex Laboratories and Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor; and Mark Gerstle, vice president and chief administrative officer of Cummins Inc. (more…)
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Ivy Tech announces $8 million major gifts campaign
Friday, January 13th, 2012
Ivy Tech to sponsor third annual Run for the Ivy
Monday, December 19th, 2011
Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus/Franklin will sponsor its third annual Run for the Ivy event for the public beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2012, at the Factory 12 Event Loft. Tickets are $40 per person, $75 per couple, and $300 per table of eight. All proceeds will support scholarships and programs for Ivy Tech-Columbus/Franklin students. (more…)
Ivy Tech-Columbus sponsors second annual Run for the Ivy
Tuesday, December 14th, 2010
Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus/Franklin will sponsor its second annual “Run for the Ivy” event for the public from 6:30 until 10:30 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2011, in the Community Building at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $40 per person, $75 per couple, and $300 per table of eight. All proceeds will support scholarships and programs for Ivy Tech-Columbus/Franklin students. (more…)
Juli Nichols-Shelp becomes Ivy Tech-Columbus Executive Director of Resource Development
Friday, November 12th, 2010
Juli Nichols-Shelp has accepted the position of Executive Director of Resource Development at Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus. In this capacity, she will be responsible for developing, managing, and sustaining a strong friend and fund raising program in the Ivy Tech-Columbus region, including the counties of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Jennings, and the southern portion of Johnson. (more…)
6th Annual Couch Tater 5K Results
Monday, May 3rd, 2010
Race results for 6th Annual Couch Tater- April 24, 2010. (more…)
Ivy Tech – Columbus schedules 6th annual Couch Tater event
Monday, March 22nd, 2010
The 6th annual Ivy Tech Community College – Columbus Couch Tater 5K Run/Walk has been scheduled for Saturday, April 24, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Participants—individuals or groups—are invited to run, walk, or take a leisurely stroll and to bring their “tater tots and little sprouts in strollers.” All proceeds will be used for Ivy Tech – Columbus scholarships and programs.
Participants may wish to benefit an Ivy Tech program or school by collecting sponsorships from friends and neighbors for their run or walk. Funds collected may be designated for specific scholarships or academic programs. The top three donations to the Ivy Tech Foundation will win prizes.
The registration form, available on the Ivy Tech – Columbus website, is due by April 12 to guarantee a t-shirt. Entry fees are $15 for participants 12 years of age and under, $20 for participants 13 and older, $25 for the day of the race, and $26 or more, which qualifies the donor for the Largest Individual Donation Contest. Early check-in is noon until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 23, at Ivy Tech. Race Day check-in is at 8:00 a.m. in Ivy Tech’s parking lot.
The 5K Run course is certified by USA Track & Field (Certification Code: IN 07001 MW) and is recognized by Road Runners Club of America. First- and second-place plaques for men and women and age division medals will be awarded. The 5K Walk is a non-competitive family fitness walk for those who prefer a leisurely pace. Walkers may be timed if they wish.
Sponsors for the event include AVI Food Systems, Inc.; Bertie Jean’s Foods; Brands, Inc.; Carino’s; Columbus Regional Hospital; Jodi & Mike Engelstad – Edward Jones; Elwood Staffing; Joseph E. Golding, D.D.S.; Honda; Hotel Indigo; Ivy Tech Foundation; KORN Country 100.3; Lemley’s Catering; Main Source Bank; Ray’s Automotive Center; Silver Oaks Health Campus; Subway; Scott Taskey-Century 21 Breeden Realtors; The Republic; Walmart Dist. Center; and Zen Fitness. A brochure explaining the event may be obtained from any of these sponsors or at the front desk at Ivy Tech.
Information: 812-371-3376.
Sponsors, silent auction items listed for Ivy Tech-Columbus’ “Run for the Ivy” event
Friday, January 8th, 2010
Sponsorships are being offered for Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus’ “Run for the Ivy,” a fund-raising event to support scholarships and programs for Ivy Tech-Columbus students. Of the four sponsorship levels, two have already been spoken for: Centra Credit Union will be the sponsor for the Kentucky (more…)