Emergency Flood Assistance
IHC Offers Grant Assistance to Cultural Institutions Affected by June 2008 Floods
The IHC has announced that it is offering funds to assist in disaster recovery efforts of Indiana cultural institutions and organizations affected by last month’s record breaking floods.
Libraries, museums, colleges, universities, and other cultural and historical institutions in Indiana counties that have received designation as federal disaster areas are eligible to receive grants intended to ensure the survival of significant collections of our cultural heritage threatened by the floods.
Upcoming Events
Tyler Mueninch Artwork on Display
The IHC is pleased to have the opportunity to showcase several pieces by Indianapolis-based artist Tyler Mueninch in the library and sitting room of the historic Meredith Nicholson House.
Fit to Breed: Virtual Exhibit
The IHC is proud to be a sponsor of the Fit to Breed virtual exhibit. This online museum is a follow up to the successful Fit to Breed exhibit sponsored by the Indiana Medical History Museum and the Health Studies Program at IUPUI.
The virtual exhibit's planned launch is July 31st.
IHC Grant Deadline
The Indiana Humanities Council is pleased to announce its 2008 Grant guidelines. This year we are offering special priority to all requests for grant funding for programs that address our 2008 theme of immigration.
The next (and last) grant deadline is September 2nd. Mark your calendars to give yourself plenty of time.
Publications
Report on Foreign Language LearningThought
"Immigration is the sincerest form of flattery."
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SUSAN BECKWITH
Susan Beckwith, a Hoosier native, earned her degree from Huntington University where she developed leadership skills as Public Relations Director and later as Director of Volunteer Services. She developed and implemented student volunteerism campaigns recruiting and coordinating hundreds of students for 15 service organizations within the Huntington community. As Miss Indiana (2005), she spoke to over 20,000 young people regarding making wise choices, setting goals and continuing their education. As the first state spokesperson for Girls, Inc. of Indiana affiliates, she addressed issues facing all girls regardless of socio-economic status, race, or ethnicity. She successfully secured grants to help fund the “Operation SMART” program, which promotes interest in science, math, and technology. Currently Susan is the Development Officer for Riverview Memorial Foundation where she manages donor cultivation, public outreach, and volunteer committees to help raise support for Riverview Hospital. Susan will continue to set her sights on enriching lives through public service.
