IU Fort Wayne Forward

Listening, learning and launching IUFW Forward

A campus and community listening tour

As your new vice chancellor and dean, I am committed to listening and leading based on the insight of our community. To begin this process, Indiana University will hold a series of listening sessions throughout the next several weeks.

During these sessions, I hope to gain a deeper understanding of our place in the community and region as we prioritize a plan to raise our profile and advance our mission. 

My goal is to hear from more than 250 students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners. 

I plan to collect your input in three ways: 

  1. Holding a series of informal listening sessions
  2. Meeting with you and your organization
  3. Completing our online survey
Learn more about Deborah Garrison and her background. 

Informal listening sessions

Join me for an informal listening session. I look forward to directly hearing from you about what matters and how we can move IU Fort Wayne forward. 

In-person sessions will be held at: 

Indiana University Fort Wayne
Neff Hall ACE Place (Room 146)
2101 East Coliseum Blvd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46805

In-person sessions: 
  • Tuesday, October 25 | 3-4 p.m.
  • Thursday, November 3 | 6-7 p.m.
  • Monday, November 7 | 10-11 a.m.
  • Monday, November 7 | 1-2 p.m. 
Virtual sessions: 
  • Tuesday, October 25 | 6-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, November 3 | 1-2 p.m. 

Register for an informal listening session

Invite me to visit your organization

Do you have a group or organization that is interested in hosting a listening session at your next meeting? I would be delighted to speak about IU Fort Wayne and gather your thoughts and concerns. 

Please email Laura Leichty at lleicht@iu.edu to set up a meeting. 

Complete the online survey

Unable to attend one of the sessions? I would love to still hear from you!

Complete the online survey