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IU researchers play role in development of new bladder cancer treatment

April 8, 2026

Daniel Bradley

The treatment uses a combination of two drugs to battle the cancer in addition to surgery to remove tumors.

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Former IU Indy player returns to city for Final Four in UConn jersey

April 2, 2026

Chris Schumerth, Special to IBJ

This is Alec Millender’s second time at the Final Four. But last year in San Antonio, he wasn’t a player; he was writing stories for IU Indy’s Sports Capital Journalism Program.

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2026 Innovation Issue: Entrepreneur Richard DiMarchi stays locked in as the market for blockbuster drugs evolves

May 1, 2026 |

Lesley Weidenbener and Tom Murphy / Special to IBJ

Richard DiMarchi still works a full schedule, researching and teaching at Indiana University.

Investment fund led by IU students raises $7.8M

May 1, 2026 |

Susan Orr

Sample Gates Management, an investment fund managed by undergraduates at IU’s Kelley School of Business, recently raised $7.8 million to close its second real estate investment fund.

Sorsby’s gambling addiction casts light on issue that could affect thousands of college athletes

April 28, 2026 | Associated Press

Experts fear the recent gambling issues that have arisen in college sports are just the “tip of the iceberg.”

Former Indiana University QB Brendan Sorsby enters treatment program for gambling addiction

April 27, 2026 | Associated Press

ESPN, citing unidentified sources, reported that Brendan Sorsby allegedly made “thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a gambling app.”

Judge hears motions in Indiana University trustee lawsuit

April 26, 2026 | Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital Chronicle

The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana argued that a last-minute provision to the state budget unconstitutionally singles out IU by removing the ability of alumni to directly elect trustees.

Defense firm V2X, analytics startup Ekkobar among 2026 Mira Award winners

April 24, 2026 |

Susan Orr

TechPoint announced 17 awards Friday night at its Mira Awards gala in Carmel. The annual awards program recognizes achievements in Indiana’s tech sector.

Las Vegas Raiders take IU’s Mendoza with No. 1 draft pick

April 23, 2026 | Associated Press and IBJ Staff

Fernando Mendoza was among five players with close ties to the state of Indiana to be drafted in the first round Thursday night.

IU, Zimmer Biomet forge 3-year partnership to advance orthopedic sector

April 20, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

The focus of the agreement is to meet the evolving needs of Indiana’s orthopedic sector, which represents one-third of the industry’s global workforce.

Mark Montieth: Michigan’s portal-savvy coach shows how much hoops has changed since IU’s heyday

April 10, 2026 | Mark Montieth

If you want to illustrate how college basketball has changed over the years, you could do worse than simply drawing a line between these two groups.

Former IU researcher pleads guilty to smuggling E. coli DNA from China to U.S.

April 10, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

Youhuang Xiang, 32, will receive prison time and be deported as part of his sentence.

Mark Montieth: Wisman, a key contributor to IU’s 1976 title, joins team at Final Four with blend of memories

April 3, 2026 | Mark Montieth

Former point guard Jim Wisman is well known for an on-court incident with Bobby Knight, but his heroics in the 1976 championship game and the lessons learned at IU more than make up for it.

IU names board of nonprofit for real estate, research and life sciences work

April 2, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

Pamela Whitten, president of Indiana University, will serve as chair of the IU Inc. board of directors.

From logistics to journalism, Indy students are helping to boost the Final Four

March 27, 2026 | Greg Weaver

From helping pack supplies used throughout the NCAA tournament to guiding thousands of visitors through downtown during Final Four weekend, students will play dozens of roles tied to college basketball’s biggest event.

50 years later, IU’s undefeated champions still unmatched

March 27, 2026 | Mark Montieth

The members of the Indiana University team that won the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in 1976 with a 32-0 record are experiencing a revival as the NCAA Final Four approaches.

Derek Schultz: Of Indiana’s 11 Division I men’s basketball teams, just one heard its name on Selection Sunday

March 20, 2026 | Derek Schultz

Only Purdue will participate in a postseason tournament.

IU’s Curt Cignetti to drive pace car at Indy 500

March 17, 2026 | IBJ Staff

The national championship-winning coach is set to drive the new Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X to lead the May 24 race.

Industry, university leaders design state chemistry strategy

March 13, 2026 | Daniel Bradley

Indiana’s largest life sciences companies and research universities are working to make the state an international leader in chemistry innovation — and they’re ready to launch the first step in a plan called Catalyze Indiana.

Mark Montieth: Wilkerson missed victory bash for IU’s ’76 title. He’s ready for 50th celebration.

March 13, 2026 | Mark Montieth

The Indiana University men’s basketball team that won the NCAA championship in 1976 will be honored throughout the week of the Final Four in Indianapolis, most publicly at halftime of the tournament’s championship game on April 6.

Purdue’s president: Universities must adjust to the new realities of AI

March 12, 2026 |

Susan Orr

Speakers at IBJ’s Technology Power Breakfast, including Purdue University President Mung Chiang, talked about the changes that artificial intelligence is bringing and what people can do to be ready.

IU’s Curt Cignetti receives Sachem Award

March 4, 2026 | Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business

The award is considered Indiana’s highest honor and is given to “individuals who have profoundly shaped Indiana through character, leadership, and service.”

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