Dean of University College, Associate Vice Chancellor for Undergraduate Education, Professor of Psychology
As the dean of University College, it is my pleasure to congratulate you on your IU Indianapolis admission and welcome you to University College.
You, our University College students, impress me so much. Your admission means you already have a proven track record of success, and I have no doubt you are prepared to continue that success here at IU Indianapolis. I hope you are proud of all you have done and feel encouraged that your knowledge and skills will carry you forward in college.
From early childhood until college, I wanted to be an astronaut. I was positive I was on the right path to spend my career in space. However, once I got to college, I realized that life as an astronaut wasn’t for me. I spent some time exploring majors and careers until I discovered my passion for psychology. That degree in psychology launched my career and drove me to pursue two more degrees.
So often, direction is assumed; it seems we are expected to know exactly where we want to go and how we’re going to get there. But that is not the reality for many of us. Instead, what’s most important is building a foundation that sets us up to succeed, no matter where we go.
University College does exactly that. This is your place to explore, to test the waters, to try things out, and to learn through play. It’s where you can experiment as you pursue and build confidence in your major and your career.
Our faculty and staff are here for you every step of the way. They will experiment right alongside you and help you define and pursue your goals. My best advice to you is to build at least one relationship with someone who can support your success at IU Indianapolis.
In University College, we have so many resources, services, and opportunities. I hope you will take the small risk to put yourself out there and connect with all we have to offer you. Your time with us may be brief before you transition to your degree-granting school. But no matter how much time you spend with us, one thing is certain: when you start here, you can succeed anywhere.
Sincerely,
Dr. D