Why Go to College? Why Now?

What Schools Can Do for Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

Youth suicide is a growing public health concern, and researchers, educators, and community organizations are working to better support young people before they reach a crisis point. In this episode of the IU College Insider podcast, an interdisciplinary group of experts—a sociologist, a developmental psychologist, and a national foundation leader—discuss what research tells us about youth suicide prevention, the role schools can play in fostering connection and belonging, and what communities can do to support student well-being. Featuring: Anna Mueller, Luther Dana Waterman Professor of Sociology and Senior Research Program Leader, Irsay Institute Tiffany Benjamin, B.A. ’02, CEO of the Humana Foundation Natasha Chaku, Assistant Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, or is having thoughts of suicide, please call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, and speak with a trained crisis specialist, 24/7. Here at IU Bloomington, the crisis hotline is available to students 24/7 by calling: 812-855-5711

Decoding College Admissions—What Students and Families Need to Know

What do students and families really need to know about the college admissions process in today’s competitive landscape? From choosing the right school for you, to understanding academic pathways, ROI, affordability, and career outcomes, hear from IU admissions and recruiting experts as they share practical advice to help you make confident, informed decisions about your college journey.Featuring:Rich Hardy, Professor of Biology, Associate Dean for Undergraduate EducationSacha Thieme, Associate Vice Chancellor + Executive Director of AdmissionsJakob Breunig, Director of Recruiting in the College

AI Goes to College: Higher Ed at the Forefront of Transformative Tech

This episode explores how AI is changing higher education, and transforming how people, businesses, and organizations work.  Featuring: Vivian Halloran, Professor of English, Associate Dean for Arts and Humanities in IU’s College of Arts + Sciences Justin Hodgson, Associate Professor of English in the College Karna Desai, Ph.D. ’17, Generative AI Strategist, Booz Allen Hamilton

What Is Quantum Computing, and How Will It Change Everything?

This episode explores, what is quantum computing, how does it work, and how will it change everything? Featuring: Caroline Jarrold, Professor of Chemistry and Associate Dean for Natural and Mathematical Sciences and Research in IU’s College of Arts + Sciences Srinivasan Iyengar, Professor of Chemistry in the College James Clarke, B.S. '94, Director of Quantum Hardware, Intel Corporation

Why Go to College? Why Now?

Introducing the IU College Insider podcast from the College of Arts + Sciences at IU Bloomington, in collaboration with Indiana Public Media. Hosted by Executive Dean Rick Van Kooten, Ep. 1 explores the question: Why Go to College? Why Now? Featuring: Tanner Terrell from the College’s Walter Center for Career Achievement Ashley Gilmer ’26, an IU senior studying Organizational + Business Psychology