After more than a year of intense competition, Amazon has announced its decision for its much sought-after HQ2. Company officials announced Tuesday that they had selected two locations the company selected two locations, rather than one, and will evenly split the 50,000 jobs and its headquarters between Arlington, Virginia, and New York City. In an… Read more »
Entries by Leslie Wells
HobNob internship gives students Indiana Statehouse insight
O’Neill graduate student Sydnee Cseresznyes will soon have the opportunity to see the state legislature through a new lens. Cseresznyes was named the new HobNob intern for the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce on October 29. She’ll begin her new position in January and stay for the duration of the 2019 legislative session. The internship is… Read more »
The First Generation
Being the first in the family to attend college can be a challenging path to travel. Without an experienced family member to guide them through the process, many first-generation students may feel lost or overwhelmed by the campus experience. But SPEA’s faculty and staff understand the obstacles first-gen students face because many were once… Read more »
Travel scholarship makes a world of difference for first-generation students
Studying abroad may be a priceless experience, but it often comes with a high cost. “I love traveling but it’s expensive, especially as a student,” says Kari Parmeter, a SPEA Indianapolis public safety management major. Course costs, plane tickets, lodging, and other expenses can put these once-in-a-lifetime opportunities out of reach for many students. But… Read more »
SPEA’s Cali Curley weighs in on energy efficiency for homeowners
A recent Wallethub article—”Most & Least Energy-Efficient States“—reports that Indiana ranked 30th out of 48 states when it comes to auto- and home energy consumption. As the Hoosier State falls among the least energy efficient states in the country, individuals can take steps to improve energy efficiency in their own homes. SPEA assistant professor Cali… Read more »