INVESTING IN TOMORROW Stephen F. Fry ’87 Empowers Future Leaders of the Business World
Professional development is a cornerstone of the University of Indianapolis experience. UIndy students don’t just graduate with a degree; they graduate prepared for successful careers. This commitment to student success is fueled by the generosity of alumni and donors like retired Eli Lilly and Company executive Stephen F. Fry ‘87, whose recent $5 million gift will establish innovative new programs to further enhance this mission: a scholars program, a distinguished lecture series, and a faculty innovation fund. “I’m proud to support a new generation of students and faculty through this gift, which I believe will have a lasting impact not only on the individuals it touches but on the entire UIndy community.” —Stephen F. Fry ’87 “The University of Indianapolis has always been a place that fosters growth, innovation, and leadership,” said Fry. “These programs will inspire excellence,
fuel innovation, and create opportunities that will shape the future of business education at UIndy and beyond.” The Stephen F. Fry Business Scholars Program is designed to foster community within the School of Business. Selected students, who will be known as Fry Scholars, will participate in a cohort- based program under the mentorship of a dedicated director. The Fry Scholars will follow a curriculum focused on experiential learning, professional development, peer and professional mentoring, and community service. As the program grows, Fry Scholars will form a strong alumni network, creating a legacy of mentorship for future generations of UIndy business students. Additionally, the program will offer renewable, merit-based scholarships and financial support for specialized Fry Scholar programming, helping students succeed both academically and professionally. The Stephen F. Fry Distinguished Lecture Series will bring thought leaders and industry pioneers to the University placing the Greyhound community at both the forefront of Indiana business
and the Midwest. The Fry Distinguished Lecture Series will be an annual event hosted on the UIndy campus and open to everyone. It will allow the University to serve as the “living room” of Indianapolis as it shapes the conversation of today’s
most pressing industry topics. The Stephen F. Fry Faculty
Innovation Fund will keep the UIndy School of Business at the forefront of industry changes, ensuring that its students are developing the skills needed to thrive in a competitive market. Through a rigorous selection process, recipients of this fund will be empowered to explore innovative approaches that enhance student outcomes, ensuring UIndy graduates are equipped with the abilities and experience needed to excel in a dynamic global market. Gifts like Stephen F. Fry’s, large and small, are an investment in the future of UIndy and its students. New programs and funding opportunities open doors for future generations of business leaders and reinforce UIndy’s commitment to engaging, enriching, and empowering its students and faculty to change their community and the world.
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