Michael A. McRobbie and Laurie Burns McRobbie: Philanthropists need to invest in behavioral health, too
Today, we ubiquitously use the word “crisis” to describe this situation, but it is no longer an exaggeration.
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Michael McRobbie: State’s computer networks provide many CHIPS Act opportunities
Indiana University was selected in 1998 to operate and manage the advanced ultra-high-speed Internet2 computer network that today connects hundreds of America’s leading research universities.
Michael McRobbie: Paper is key to safeguarding Indiana’s elections
In the end, nothing beat paper. The accuracy of paper ballots can be verified by voters. They cannot be manipulated by faulty software or hardware.
Michael McRobbie: Universities provide leadership in vaccine rollout
Indiana University is employing its extensive health sciences resources to support Indiana’s vaccine rollout, encourage Hoosiers to get vaccinated and address questions about vaccine safety and efficacy.
Michael McRobbie: Moment of reckoning shows need to invest in education
Pre-pandemic, Indiana Department of Workforce Development data indicated that 80% of in-demand jobs over the next decade would require some level of college. This number will likely rise as businesses accelerate adoption of new automation and artificial intelligence strategies to avoid future disruptions.
McROBBIE: Delivering value beyond school walls
This fall at IU, we have seen a record 5,066 students enrolled in more than 115 online degrees and over 2,000 online courses offered by IU, a 4 percent increase over last year’s record.
McROBBIE: Meeting Indiana marketplace demands
For Indiana to remain viable in today’s ultra-competitive marketplace, it is critical that we fill our talent pipeline with highly skilled, smart, flexible and experienced workers who will thrive in an ever-evolving economy.
McROBBIE: The university as an engine of innovation
IU’s growth in patents, licensing agreements and outside funding is a testament to a fundamental truth: Education and innovation are the central elements to the success of a given region.
McROBBIE: Biosciences institute to bring big payoff
The Indiana Biosciences Research Institute's focus on diabetes and metabolic diseases dovetails with one of the IU School of Medicine’s scientific research priorities.
McROBBIE: Blocking out larger world is no solution
We should be looking for ways to come together, and to lower barriers by increasing our understanding of different cultures and the complex issues that too often tear us apart.
McROBBIE: University research never more crucial
With its $300 million Grand Challenges program, Indiana University has joined a growing number of American universities committing major funding to tackling urgent, real-world problems.