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2011 Speeches

  • December 17, 2011

    The Value of Knowledge in an Age of Change

    Assembly Hall
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • December 17, 2011

    The Value of Knowledge in an Age of Change

    Assembly Hall
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • December 16, 2011

    Dedicated to Justice, Integrity, and Civility: Indiana Chief Justice Randall Shepard

    Commencement Dinner
    Federal Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • December 16, 2011

    Dedicated to Justice, Integrity, and Civility: Indiana Chief Justice Randall Shepard

    Commencement Dinner
    Federal Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • December 8, 2011

    Excerpt from Honoring a Remarkable Leader: Former State Representative Bill Cochran

    IUAA Reception at IU Southeast
    University Center North
    Hoosier Room East
    IU Southeast
    New Albany, Indiana

  • December 8, 2011

    Excerpt from Honoring a Remarkable Leader: Former State Representative Bill Cochran

    IUAA Reception at IU Southeast
    University Center North
    Hoosier Room East
    IU Southeast
    New Albany, Indiana

  • December 1, 2011

    Extending the Tradition of Leadership and Vision: The Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

    IU School of Law-Indianapolis
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • December 1, 2011

    Extending the Tradition of Leadership and Vision: The Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law

    IU School of Law-Indianapolis
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • November 21, 2011

    Press Conference and Restitution Ceremony

    Charlottenburg Palace
    Berlin, Germany

  • November 21, 2011

    Press Conference and Restitution Ceremony

    Charlottenburg Palace
    Berlin, Germany

  • November 19, 2011

    A Beacon to Europe and the World: Celebrating Ten Years of Progress at South East European University

    South East European University Honoris Causis Ceremony
    SEEU Tetovo Campus
    Tetovo, Republic of Macedonia

  • November 19, 2011

    A Beacon to Europe and the World: Celebrating Ten Years of Progress at South East European University

    South East European University Honoris Causis Ceremony
    SEEU Tetovo Campus
    Tetovo, Republic of Macedonia

  • November 16, 2011

    The Past, Present, and Future of Software Serving the Academy

    Kuali Days Keynote Address
    White River Ballroom
    J.W. Marriott Hotel
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • November 16, 2011

    The Past, Present, and Future of Software Serving the Academy

    Kuali Days Keynote Address
    White River Ballroom
    J.W. Marriott Hotel
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • November 9, 2011

    A Natural Teacher and IU’s Ambassador to the World

    Inaugural Patrick O’Meara International Lecture
    Whittenberger Auditorium
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • November 9, 2011

    A Natural Teacher and IU’s Ambassador to the World

    Inaugural Patrick O’Meara International Lecture
    Whittenberger Auditorium
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • November 7, 2011

    Andrei Tarkovsky and the Nuance of the Human Condition

    Introduction of Andrei Tarkovsky’s Solaris
    IU Cinema
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • November 7, 2011

    Andrei Tarkovsky and the Nuance of the Human Condition

    Introduction of Andrei Tarkovsky’s Solaris
    IU Cinema
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 31, 2011

    The Fabric of a Great American City: Art and Design in Columbus, Indiana

    IU Center for Art and Design Dedication
    Columbus, Indiana

  • October 31, 2011

    The Fabric of a Great American City: Art and Design in Columbus, Indiana

    IU Center for Art and Design Dedication
    Columbus, Indiana

  • October 28, 2011

    A Great Person with a Great Mind and a Gentle Soul: Remembering IU President Emeritus John Ryan

    Whittenberger Auditorium
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 28, 2011

    A Great Person with a Great Mind and a Gentle Soul: Remembering IU President Emeritus John Ryan

    Whittenberger Auditorium
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 24, 2011

    A Century of Partnership and Progress: The IU School of Social Work

    IU School of Social Work Centennial Celebration
    Scholar's Hall
    University Place Campus Center
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 24, 2011

    A Century of Partnership and Progress: The IU School of Social Work

    IU School of Social Work Centennial Celebration
    Scholar's Hall
    University Place Campus Center
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 24, 2011

    Making a World-Class Education More Affordable

    Press Conference Announcing IU’s Proposed Summer Tuition Program
    University Place Conference Center
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 24, 2011

    Making a World-Class Education More Affordable

    Press Conference Announcing IU’s Proposed Summer Tuition Program
    University Place Conference Center
    Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 12, 2011

    The Cyberinfrastructure Building: Continuing the Journey

    Cyberinfrastructure Building Dedication
    Marshal H. Wrubel Commons
    Cyberinfrastructure Building
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 12, 2011

    The Cyberinfrastructure Building: Continuing the Journey

    Cyberinfrastructure Building Dedication
    Marshal H. Wrubel Commons
    Cyberinfrastructure Building
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 10, 2011

    Economic Engagement and the Research Enterprise: The Role of American Higher Education

    University Economic Development Association Summit
    Indiana Roof Ballroom
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 10, 2011

    Economic Engagement and the Research Enterprise: The Role of American Higher Education

    University Economic Development Association Summit
    Indiana Roof Ballroom
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • October 6, 2011

    Climbing Our Way to the Top: Dedication of the HPER Courtyard Project

    School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Auditorium
    Indiana University
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 6, 2011

    Climbing Our Way to the Top: Dedication of the HPER Courtyard Project

    School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Auditorium
    Indiana University
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 3, 2011

    Excellence in an Evolving Environment

    Alliance of Distinguished and Titled Professors Recognition Dinner
    IU Bloomington
    Tudor Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • October 3, 2011

    Excellence in an Evolving Environment

    Alliance of Distinguished and Titled Professors Recognition Dinner
    IU Bloomington
    Tudor Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 27, 2011

    Defining the 21st Century Public University

    State of the University Address
    IU Bloomington
    Frangipani Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 27, 2011

    Defining the 21st Century Public University

    State of the University Address
    IU Bloomington
    Frangipani Room
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 16, 2011

    Not for the Glory but for the Story: One Hundred Years of Change at the IU School of Journalism

    Indiana University
    School of Journalism Centennial
    Bloomington Convention Center
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 16, 2011

    Not for the Glory but for the Story: One Hundred Years of Change at the IU School of Journalism

    Indiana University
    School of Journalism Centennial
    Bloomington Convention Center
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 11, 2011

    A Collective Act of Memory: Remembering 9/11

    9/11 Memorial Service
    Indiana University Auditorium
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 11, 2011

    A Collective Act of Memory: Remembering 9/11

    9/11 Memorial Service
    Indiana University Auditorium
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 9, 2011

    Getting in the Game: IU Student-Athletes and Academic Excellence

    D. Ames Shuel Academic Support Center Naming Ceremony
    Shuel Academic Support Center
    Memorial Stadium
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 9, 2011

    Getting in the Game: IU Student-Athletes and Academic Excellence

    D. Ames Shuel Academic Support Center Naming Ceremony
    Shuel Academic Support Center
    Memorial Stadium
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • September 2, 2011

    Confederation of Indian Industry

    New Delhi, India

  • September 2, 2011

    Confederation of Indian Industry

    New Delhi, India

  • September 2, 2011

    Strengthening Global Partnerships and Honoring Distinguished Alumni: IU Delegation Visits OP Jindal Global University

    IU OP Jindal Global University Joint Conference
    Globalization, Professional Education, and Knowledge Development in the 21st Century
    Claridges Hotel
    New Delhi, India

  • September 2, 2011

    Strengthening Global Partnerships and Honoring Distinguished Alumni: IU Delegation Visits OP Jindal Global University

    IU OP Jindal Global University Joint Conference
    Globalization, Professional Education, and Knowledge Development in the 21st Century
    Claridges Hotel
    New Delhi, India

  • August 24, 2011

    Proud Traditions, Limitless Opportunity, and Liberal Education at Indiana University

    Freshman Induction
    Indiana University Auditorium
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • August 24, 2011

    Proud Traditions, Limitless Opportunity, and Liberal Education at Indiana University

    Freshman Induction
    Indiana University Auditorium
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • August 19, 2011

    A New Language of Hope: Dedicating the Glick Eye Institute

    Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute Dedication
    IUPUI Campus Center, Room 450
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • August 19, 2011

    A New Language of Hope: Dedicating the Glick Eye Institute

    Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute Dedication
    IUPUI Campus Center, Room 450
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • July 19, 2011

    IU Health Neuroscience Center (Phase I) Topping Out Ceremony

    IU Health Neuroscience Center Construction Site
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • July 19, 2011

    IU Health Neuroscience Center (Phase I) Topping Out Ceremony

    IU Health Neuroscience Center Construction Site
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • July 11, 2011

    Paying Tribute to an Indiana Treasure: Honoring the Lilly Endowment

    Lilly House
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • July 11, 2011

    Paying Tribute to an Indiana Treasure: Honoring the Lilly Endowment

    Lilly House
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • June 27, 2011

    A Life of Integrity, Scholarship, and Service: Honoring Bruce Jaffee

    North End Zone Student Academic Center Lobby
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • June 27, 2011

    A Life of Integrity, Scholarship, and Service: Honoring Bruce Jaffee

    North End Zone Student Academic Center Lobby
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • June 27, 2011

    Honoring Marilyn Glick: A Visionary in the Community

    Lilly House
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • June 27, 2011

    Honoring Marilyn Glick: A Visionary in the Community

    Lilly House
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • June 23, 2011

    Expanding for Campus and Community: IU South Bend Education and Arts Building

    Groundbreaking of the Education and Arts Building
    IU South Bend
    South Bend, Indiana

  • June 23, 2011

    Expanding for Campus and Community: IU South Bend Education and Arts Building

    Groundbreaking of the Education and Arts Building
    IU South Bend
    South Bend, Indiana

  • June 20, 2011

    Mini University: Building a Community of Scholars

    IU Mini University Welcome
    Alumni Hall
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • June 20, 2011

    Mini University: Building a Community of Scholars

    IU Mini University Welcome
    Alumni Hall
    Indiana Memorial Union
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • June 17, 2011

    A Longstanding Commitment to the Arts and Humanities: The New West Wing of the Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center

    Dedication of New and Renovated Theatre and Drama Facilities
    Wells-Metz Theatre
    Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center
    IU Bloomington

  • June 17, 2011

    A Longstanding Commitment to the Arts and Humanities: The New West Wing of the Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center

    Dedication of New and Renovated Theatre and Drama Facilities
    Wells-Metz Theatre
    Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center
    IU Bloomington

  • June 10, 2011

    Opportunity for Columbus and Beyond: The Dedication of the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence

    Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence
    Columbus, Indiana

  • June 10, 2011

    Opportunity for Columbus and Beyond: The Dedication of the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence

    Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence
    Columbus, Indiana

  • June 3, 2011

    Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice: 2011 Public Economic Theory Conference

    IU Auditorium
    IU Bloomington

  • June 3, 2011

    Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice: 2011 Public Economic Theory Conference

    IU Auditorium
    IU Bloomington

  • June 1, 2011

    A Visionary and a Humanitarian: Celebrating the Life of Bill Cook

    IU Auditorium
    IU Bloomington

  • June 1, 2011

    A Visionary and a Humanitarian: Celebrating the Life of Bill Cook

    IU Auditorium
    IU Bloomington

  • May 31, 2011

    2011-12 and 2012-13 Tuition and Fee Recommendations

    Campus Center
    IUPUI
    Indianapolis

  • May 31, 2011

    2011-12 and 2012-13 Tuition and Fee Recommendations

    Campus Center
    IUPUI
    Indianapolis

  • May 10, 2011

    Honorary Degree Luncheon Honoring Bill Hunt

    Virgil and Elizabeth Hunt Hall Atrium
    IU Kokomo

  • May 10, 2011

    Honorary Degree Luncheon Honoring Bill Hunt

    Virgil and Elizabeth Hunt Hall Atrium
    IU Kokomo

  • May 7, 2011

    Inheriting the Power of a Liberal Education and Investing in the Nation’s Future

    Undergraduate Commencement
    Assembly Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • May 7, 2011

    Inheriting the Power of a Liberal Education and Investing in the Nation’s Future

    Undergraduate Commencement
    Assembly Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • May 6, 2011

    Possibilities and Progress Through Higher Education: William G. Bowen, Anthony J. Adams, and Patricia R. Miller

    Commencement Dinner
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Federal Room
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • May 6, 2011

    Possibilities and Progress Through Higher Education: William G. Bowen, Anthony J. Adams, and Patricia R. Miller

    Commencement Dinner
    Indiana Memorial Union
    Federal Room
    IU Bloomington
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • May 6, 2011

    Investing in Excellence and Imagining the Next Horizon

    Graduate Commencement Ceremony
    Assembly Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • May 6, 2011

    Investing in Excellence and Imagining the Next Horizon

    Graduate Commencement Ceremony
    Assembly Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 14, 2011

    Building on a Legacy of Teaching and Research: The Rededication of Integrated Science and Accelerator Technology Hall

    Integrated Science and Accelerator Technology Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 14, 2011

    Building on a Legacy of Teaching and Research: The Rededication of Integrated Science and Accelerator Technology Hall

    Integrated Science and Accelerator Technology Hall
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 10, 2011

    Building a Scholarly Community

    IU Auditorium
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 10, 2011

    Building a Scholarly Community

    IU Auditorium
    Indiana University
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 8, 2011

    To Swell the Soul with Music

    Near Third and Jordan
    Indiana University

  • April 8, 2011

    To Swell the Soul with Music

    Near Third and Jordan
    Indiana University

  • April 7, 2011

    An Unmatched Choice: Ambassador Kim Beazley

    Indiana University
    Lilly Library
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 7, 2011

    An Unmatched Choice: Ambassador Kim Beazley

    Indiana University
    Lilly Library
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 2, 2011

    Strengthening the Foundation of Tolerance at Indiana University

    Indiana University
    Wells House
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • April 2, 2011

    Strengthening the Foundation of Tolerance at Indiana University

    Indiana University
    Wells House
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • March 23, 2011

    A History of Artistic Collaboration: Stanford, Indiana University, and Domenico Tiepolo

    Cantor Center for the Arts
    Stanford University
    Palo Alto, California

  • March 23, 2011

    A History of Artistic Collaboration: Stanford, Indiana University, and Domenico Tiepolo

    Cantor Center for the Arts
    Stanford University
    Palo Alto, California

  • March 8, 2011

    A Model of Collaboration in the Search for a Cure: The Dedication of Harper Hall

    Raclin-Carmichael Hall Auditorium
    South Bend, Indiana

  • March 8, 2011

    A Model of Collaboration in the Search for a Cure: The Dedication of Harper Hall

    Raclin-Carmichael Hall Auditorium
    South Bend, Indiana

  • January 27, 2011

    The Difference the Big Screen Makes: The Dedication of the IU Cinema

    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • January 27, 2011

    The Difference the Big Screen Makes: The Dedication of the IU Cinema

    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • January 27, 2011

    Printing the Legend and Honoring Peter Bogdanovich

    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • January 27, 2011

    Printing the Legend and Honoring Peter Bogdanovich

    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • January 24, 2011

    IU Health Dedication Ceremony and News Conference

    Indiana University
    Fairbanks Hall Lobby
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • January 24, 2011

    IU Health Dedication Ceremony and News Conference

    Indiana University
    Fairbanks Hall Lobby
    Indianapolis, Indiana

  • January 5, 2011

    A Legacy of Leadership and Achievement: Kappa Alpha Psi Centennial Celebration

    Kappa Alpha Psi Founders’ Day Celebration
    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

  • January 5, 2011

    A Legacy of Leadership and Achievement: Kappa Alpha Psi Centennial Celebration

    Kappa Alpha Psi Founders’ Day Celebration
    Indiana University
    IU Cinema
    Bloomington, Indiana

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