Climate change is a global problem that requires global solutions. A key component to developing and delivering on those solutions is effective leadership. While O’Neill School faculty work to solve climate challenges through research and by educating tomorrow’s leaders, IU Executive Education provides support and training to the leaders of today. In late August, more… Read more »
Entries by Leslie Wells
O’Neill students gain experience helping communities become more sustainable
Written by: Grace Olsen, O’Neill MPA Candidate As an MPA candidate focusing on Environmental Policy and Sustainability at O’Neill IUPUI, I’m keenly aware of the social benefits of tree canopies, especially in urban environments. Trees remove pollutants from the air, alleviate stormwater flooding, and provide cool shade on sunny days. However, these benefits are not… Read more »
Students find mental health support at O’Neill, IUPUI
Written by: Mary Hampo (MPA’22) If you are facing a non-emergency mental health challenge, contact CAPS at capsindy@iupui.edu or visit 719 Indiana Ave, Suite 220. More resources are available at https://helpmeroar.iupui.edu. Sitting down to write a public blog about mental health—specifically bipolar and major depression—is hard. The thought of looking back and reliving some of the most… Read more »
Scholarship helps O’Neill students pursuing careers in public safety
One of the O’Neill School’s most prominent scholarship opportunities is the Jason Baker Legacy Scholarship. The fund honors the memory of O’Neill IUPUI alumnus and Marion County Sheriff Deputy Jason Baker, who was killed in the line of duty. His parents, Jerry and Sharon Baker, established the fund in memory of their son. To apply… Read more »
O’Neill School celebrates 50 years of making a difference
Written by: Leslie Wells and Ken Bikoff 2022 marks a major milestone for majoring in making a difference. It’s the 50th anniversary of the founding of the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs—a recognition of five decades of O’Neill students, alumni, faculty, and staff changing the world. “The O’Neill School’s great strength is its… Read more »