Arts, Sciences, and Technology

The Arts, Sciences, and Technology (AST) team advises students who want to pursue degrees related to STEM and to expressing, studying, or improving the human experience. More specifically, the majors they support include:

Art and design
Computing
Economics
Education
Informatics
Labor studies
Liberal arts
Mathematics
Music
Psychology
Public safety
Science
Social work
Technology

We walk alongside you to provide academic and career advising to guide you toward your degree-granting school and to help you explore what career paths are available to you.

We encourage all our students to get the most out of their education by participating in hands-on learning experiences, such as research, study abroad, service learning, and internships. These opportunities prepare you for graduate school, professional school, or your career, whichever path you choose after graduation.

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Our AST team

Meet who you’ll be working with on your academic journey.

Sarah Eltzroth

Director of Operations

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Phone:: 317-278-7913
Email:: seltz@iu.edu

AC Stokes

Team Coordinator, AST Cluster

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Email:: stokesan@iu.edu

River Garrett

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Email:: rivgar@iu.edu

Sara Crawford

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Phone:: 317-278-7882
Email:: sarcrawf@iu.edu

Jennifer Kaschner

Student Success Advisor, AST Cluster

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Phone:: 317-278-9954
Email:: jkaschne@iu.edu

Dee Alderman

Career Consultant, MCE and AST Clusters

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Phone:: 317-274-5644
Email:: dralderm@iu.edu

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Majors in AST

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Do you have a particular interest or passion that you want to pursue but can’t find a major that quite fits? Then this is the program for you! Take courses across disciplines and create the major you want to set you on the path that will help you achieve your unique goals. Students who pursue this program should be disciplined and self-motivated. 

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Explore the big picture of technology to understand how we use technology to communicate, work, heal, play, and solve problems that are facing society and industry. Informatics allows you to make a difference in people’s lives by helping you understand the connection between people and technology. 

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Informatics is smart computing going beyond hardware and software. Informatics thinks big picture, building strong technical skills as well as understanding how we use technology to communicate, work, heal, play, and solve problems that are facing society and industry. It is a way to make a difference in the lives of others, so the focus of the program is on the social impact of computing—how people and technology connect.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 16% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 19,000 openings for web developers and digital designers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as retirement (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2022, the average starting salary reported for graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Informatics was $59,290, and the median salary was $57,000.

The national median annual salary for web developers and digital designers was $92,750 in 2023 (Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Technological advances come rapidly in the informatics field, so continued study is necessary to remain competitive. Informatics majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business (M.B.A.)
Computer science
Data-focused programs
Information systems
Ongoing education in a specific industry area

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Sample coursework

Applications of data mining
Applying web services in information systems
Human-computer interaction
Information infrastructure
Organizational informatics
Project management

Possible careers

Application/IT consultant
Computer systems analyst
Data analyst
Senior implementation consultant
User experience designer
Web developer

Where could I work?

Allied Solutions
Amazon
Eli Lilly and Company
Formstack
Kronos
MOBI Wireless Management

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Be a declared Informatics major
Complete 12 credit hours of nonremedial courses
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Earn a C- or higher in INFO-I 101

Engaged learning experiences

Study Abroad

Study abroad allows you to learn, grow, and gain new skills. Luddy Indianapolis has two programs in Greece and Finland.

Professional work experience

Grow your skills through internships or part-time jobs. Learn more through Luddy Indianapolis Career Services.

Student organizations

Luddy Indianapolis has many student organizations, which are a great way to build your skills, network, and grow as a professional.

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Create the art experience you want with this individualized degree. When you study integrative studio practice, you have the chance to study a mix of ceramics, drawing, furniture design, painting, photography, or printmaking to achieve whatever artistic goals you may have. 

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The flexibility of this program enables you to pursue studies in ceramics, drawing, furniture design, painting, photography, or printmaking to achieve objectives specific to your individual artistic goals. These goals are established through careful counseling with Herron faculty and staff, and each student is assisted in setting up a well-coordinated, diversified program of fine art studies. Though this degree track is less traditional, opportunities following graduation are equivalent to those of students identifying with a single program.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of craft and fine artists is projected to grow 4% from 2022 to 2032, as fast as the average for all occupations. About 5,500 openings for craft and fine artists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary for Herron graduates with a bachelor's degree was $58,609, and the median salary was $51,000.

The national median annual salary for craft and fine artists was $52,910 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Fine arts majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Art history
Art education
Art therapy
Arts administration
Fine arts
Law
Museum studies
Preservation

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Sample coursework

3D design
4D studio
Art history
Drawing
Introduction to contemporary art
Studio electives

Possible careers

Arts administrator
Corporate designer
Entrepreneur
Museum curator
Nonprofit program coordinator
Studio artist

Where could I work?

Advertising
Architectural services
Community art centers
Museums
Nonprofits
Studios

Admission requirements

Admission by application

Engaged learning experiences

Student organizations

Herron’s student organizations will help you build professional and personal relationships within your discipline.

Study Abroad

Herron's study abroad programs are a powerful way to discover the historical impact of art and design in the world and over time while making memorable friendships.

Career Service

Guidance from Herron Career Services is tailored to your needs at all levels throughout your journey—including internship and networking with alumni.

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Tell stories and move the world with this degree. Journalism and public relations students at IU Indianapolis learn communication skills, research and analytical techniques, technical know-how, teamwork, and versatility—exactly the skills that today’s employers are looking for. You’ll also get the chance to learn from leading media professionals who serve as instructors and guest speakers. 

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Journalism and public relations students at IU Indianapolis learn communication skills, research and analytical techniques, technical know-how, teamwork, and versatility—exactly the skills that today’s employers are looking for. Our downtown Indianapolis location provides a valuable pool of leading media professionals who serve as instructors and guest speakers. Internships and jobs covering many possible career paths—media, sports or health information, nonprofits, government, and more—are a short walk or drive away.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of new analysts, reporters, and journalists is projected to decline 3% from 2022 to 2032. Despite declining employment, about 6,000 openings for news analysts, reporters, and journalists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary for School of Liberal Arts graduates was $50,036, and the median salary was $47,840 .

The national median annual salary for news analysts, reporters, and journalists was $57,500 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Journalism and public relations majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business administration
Communications
Education
English or literature
Journalism
Law
Marketing
Nonprofit management
Psychology
Public relations
World languages

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Sample coursework

Communications law
Foundations of journalism
Media internship
Newspaper reporting
Reporting, writing, and editing
Visual communications
Writing for mass media

Possible careers

Advertising executive*
Communications manager
Corporate fundraising
Digital marketing consultant
Grant writer
Investigative reporter
Public relations specialist
Social media marketing

*This career requires additional training or education.

Where could I work?

Angi
Eli Lilly & Company
Indianapolis Star
IU Health
Media and communications
NUVO Magazine
Salesforce

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Complete at least 12 IU credit hours

Have you met the certification requirements? Let Liberal Arts know.

Engaged learning experiences

Service Learning

We believe in our power and responsibility to help others. Each year, our students, faculty, and staff work to improve neighborhoods in Indianapolis and beyond through service learning courses, community-based research and service projects, and partnerships with local organizations. Join us if you want to make a difference.

Study Abroad

Choose among programs in over 50 countries and nearly 20 languages, including English. Both shorter and longer immersion programs are also available.

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With this major, you'll learn about the rapidly changing conditions of work within a national and global perspective and how to respond to the challenges faced by labor institutions. Labor studies will teach you to value the well-being of workers and how to support, strengthen, advocate, and promote the development of the labor movement. 

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The Department of Labor Studies prepares students to assume leadership roles in the workplace and in communities. The program is designed as an interdisciplinary major for college students and working adults seeking a university-level education. Online labor studies classes are offered on all nine IU campuses, and face-to-face courses are offered on various campuses.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of labor relations specialists is projected to show little or no change from 2022 to 2032. Despite limited employment growth, about 5,200 openings for labor relations specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as retirement ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2023, the average starting salary for School of Social Work graduates was $40,421, and the median salary was $40,000.

The national median annual salary for labor relations specialists was $89,980 in 2023 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Labor studies majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business administration
Higher education
Human resources
Law

Quick facts

Sample coursework

American labor history
Collective bargaining
Contemporary labor problems
Employees with disabilities
Labor law
Union organizing
Workplace discrimination

Possible careers

Affirmative action coordinator
Employee benefits manager
Employment counselor
Labor relations manager
Training specialist
Union staff representative

Where could I work?

Business development
Cummins
Human resources
Operations
State of Indiana

Admission requirements

Admission by application Application for labor studies

Engaged learning experiences

Social Workers for Social Justice

Social Workers for Social Justice equips social work degree-seeking students for social work practice rooted in social justice.

Student Outreach Clinic

The School of Social Work Student Outreach Clinic is a student-led free clinic where social work students provide social services to patients on the near eastside of Indianapolis.

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