Changing Lives. Changing Indiana.

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1 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Changing Lives. Changing Indiana. In the past year, Ivy Tech Community College has continued its remarkable transformation. Indiana Senate Enrolled Act 296, passed by the state legislature July 1, 2005, called on Ivy Tech to provide support to the state s employers and communities by meeting their needs for a better-educated workforce, and to provide educational opportunities and assessment to students, including those who want to earn credits that transfer to a four-year college. In short, you have asked big things from us, and we have risen to become the second largest institution of higher education in the state and we are on track to have the highest enrollment in Indiana in the near future. This annual report contains numbers, charts and graphs that illustrate our progress to date. My hope is that it also conveys the human side of our accomplishments. Our reach extends to Hoosiers of all ages and backgrounds, including those who may not have chosen to continue their training and education if not for Ivy Tech. Our impact is, without a doubt, felt most on a personal level in the lives of our students. More than 750,000 students have come through the doors of Ivy Tech since As my retirement nears, I take pride in knowing that this institution is poised to provide more opportunities and better lives for the people of Indiana for generations to come. Sincerely, IVY-LINE ivytech.edu 2006 CHANGING LIVES. CHANGING INDIANA. Gerald I. Lamkin President

2 IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF INDIANA IS A STATEWIDE, OPEN-ACCESS, COMMUNITY COLLEGE THAT PROVIDES RESIDENTS OF INDIANA WITH PROFESSIONAL, TECHNICAL, TRANSFER AND LIFELONG 2006 CHANGING LIVES. CHANGING INDIANA. EDUCATION FOR SUCCESSFUL CAREERS, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND CITIZENSHIP. THROUGH ITS AFFORDABLE, QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES, THE COLLEGE STRENGTHENS INDIANA S ECONOMY AND ENHANCES ITS CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT. 1

3 NOT JUST A COMMUNITY COLLEGE A COLLEGE FOR ALL OUR COMMUNITIES As an open enrollment institution and as the most affordable college in the state, Ivy Tech Community College makes the dream of a post-secondary education accessible and affordable for our citizens. With 23 campuses throughout the state, Ivy Tech is within a 30-minute drive of most Hoosiers homes. We are uniquely positioned as a college for all our communities, and our legacy demonstrates our unmatched ability to change lives and change Indiana. Based on available data, we have made the following estimates regarding Ivy Tech Community College s impact: More than 750,000 students have attended Ivy Tech for credit since 1975 Approximately 1 in 7 Indiana adults has attended Ivy Tech 28% of Indiana households include a family member who has attended Ivy Tech 93% of Ivy Tech students continue to live and work in Indiana In 2006, a year of unprecedented growth, we continued our role as the state s catalyst for workforce development. Now, as we look to the future, we look forward to building on this history and providing more innovative programs and services for our students and Indiana s employers. With the support of our partners and friends, and by maintaining a focus on our mission, we believe Ivy Tech can lead Indiana in achieving its economic and entrepreneurial potential. SETTING THE BAR HIGHER Our strategic plan for 2010 is titled From Success to the Best. It is guided by five overarching goals that focus on a 50% increase in program completions across the board along with increased enrollment throughout the state: 50% increase in technical certificates awarded 50% increase in associate degrees awarded 50% increase in other, industry-recognized certifications granted 50% increase in successful transfers to four-year institutions of pre-baccalaureate students Increase enrollment (credit and non-credit) to 175,000 statewide By pursuing the goals outlined in this plan, Ivy Tech seeks to expand educational opportunities for all Hoosiers, leading to an increase in our citizens collective educational attainment and employability and earnings potential. The plan also strives to provide employers with a highly-skilled workforce prepared for the jobs of the 21st century. The achievement of these goals is integral not only to Ivy Tech s success, but also to Indiana s overall economic growth and vitality. Elkhart STEUBEN LA GRANGE Michigan City Gary South Bend ELKHART LA PORTE ST JOSEPH East Chicago Valparaiso NOBLE DE KALB PORTER MARSHALL KOSCIUSKO LAKE STARKE Warsaw WHITLEY ALLEN JASPER PULASKI FULTON NEWTON Fort Wayne MIAMI WABASH Logansport HUNTINGTON ADAMS WHITE CASS WELLS BENTON CARROLL GRANT HOWARD Lafayette Marion BLACKFORD Kokomo WARREN JAY TIPPECANOE CLINTON TIPTON DELAWARE FOUNTAIN MADISON Muncie MONTGOMERY BOONE HAMILTON RANDOLPH Anderson VERMILLION HENRY Richmond HANCOCK HENDRICKS WAYNE Indianapolis PARKE PUTNAM MARION RUSH UNION FAYETTE MORGAN JOHNSON SHELBY Terre Haute FRANKLIN VIGO OWEN CLAY BARTHOLOMEW DECATUR Bloomington Columbus RIPLEY DEARBORN BROWN SULLIVAN Lawrenceburg GREENE MONROE JENNINGS JACKSON OHIO LAWRENCE JEFFERSON SWITZERLAND MARTIN Madison DAVIESS SCOTT KNOX WASHINGTON CLARK ORANGE Sellersburg PIKE DUBOIS GIBSON CRAWFORD FLOYD WARRICK HARRISON POSEY VANDERBURGH PERRY Evansville SPENCER 14 REGIONS. 23 CAMPUSES. With 23 campuses throughout Indiana, Ivy Tech allows students to take classes close to home or work. We also offer classes in more than 75 communities, bringing us closer to an even greater number of cities and towns. 2 3

4 2006 ENROLLMENT AN UNPRECEDENTED YEAR OF GROWTH Ivy Tech Community College is leading the effort to raise educational attainment levels throughout Indiana. Simply put, our success is critical to our state s future. Ivy Tech has enjoyed tremendous growth during recent years, and 2006 was no exception. This growth is continuing in 2007, with record first-day spring semester enrollment a 9.5% increase from the previous year. With the momentum to maintain this growth long into the future, we welcome the challenge of meeting the goals set forth in our strategic plan. TOTAL STUDENTS ENROLLED FOR CREDIT ,607 Indiana University 104,808 IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE 75,185 Purdue University 24,359 Ball State University HEADCOUNT ENROLLMENT END OF TERM 80,000 16,235 14,191 11,957 Vincennes University Indiana State University University of Southern Indiana 70,000 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 38,258 37,399 38,424 38,414 41,518 42,192 44,164 42,317 44,761 46,466 50,592 55,634 59,320 64,182 64,693 66,366 67,930 70,697 69,970 73,169 69,958 73,037 72, ,000 40,000 60,000 80, , ,000 Source: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Ivy Tech Community College is the state s second largest institution of higher education and the fastest-growing college in Indiana. 20,000 Fall Semester Spring Semester 10, I wasn t sure college was right for me. Ivy Tech showed me I could succeed. Jennie, Ivy Tech student, early childhood education FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT * ENROLLMENT GROWTH END OF TERM Fall Semester 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 16, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , GOALS FROM SUCCESS TO THE BEST Indiana currently ranks 46th in the U.S. in post-secondary education attainment. No institution is more integral to improving this standing than Ivy Tech. Currently, just 21% of all full-time undergraduates in Indiana are enrolled in a community college, compared to 45% nationally. Our 2010 statewide enrollment goal anticipates an increase in Indiana s community college population, which will lead to increased education attainment at every post-secondary level. STATEWIDE ENROLLMENT GOALS* , ,083 Spring Semester *Semester FTE is calculated by dividing the total number of credit hours by 15 0 *Credit and non-credit students 100, ,

5 FALL 2006 DEMOGRAPHIC SNAPSHOT Full-Time Students 34% Part-Time Students 66% First-Time Students 19% Female 59% Male 41% Minority Students 17% EXPANDING THE DEFINITION OF A COLLEGE STUDENT Who is the typical Ivy Tech student? There is no single definition. Our student body is comprised of people of all ages, from all walks of life. Their goals are as diverse as they are, but as Ivy Tech students, they all have one thing in common: a brighter future. THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS? UNDERSTANDING OUR STUDENTS NEEDS. At Ivy Tech, we know that most of our students cannot drop everything to attend college. Many are juggling demanding jobs and family obligations. More than 70% of our students have jobs, and 55.8% work 20 hours or more each week. Nearly 38% work 30 hours or more each week. Flexible class schedules, distance learning opportunities, and an array of support services make it possible for more students than ever before to balance their lives while pursuing a degree or certification from Ivy Tech. IVY TECH STUDENT POPULATION BY AGE FALL % % % % % % % 60+ No data provided for 0.6% of students 3.8% EDUCATION LEVEL AT ENROLLMENT Four-Year Degree 2% GED 6% High School Diploma 32% Non-High School Grad 8% Some College 25% Two-Year Degree 2% *No data provided for 25% of students I came to Ivy Tech unsure of where I wanted to go. Through the support of my instructors and the friendships I have made, I am graduating with a strong sense of direction. Marque, Ivy Tech graduate, liberal arts 6 7

6 EDUCATION THAT WORKS It s a fact that a high school diploma provides only limited opportunities in today s economy. Workers with associate degrees earn more money and have access to a wider range of jobs than high school graduates and those with only some college credit. Ivy Tech offers degree programs that qualify students for careers in the fastest growing job sectors, including healthcare, technology, education, business, and public services. Students receive the latest training designed to meet the needs and standards of Indiana s employers. PROVIDING RELEVANT SKILLS THAT LEAD TO GOOD PAYING JOBS In a 2006 survey, 82% of Ivy Tech graduates reported that their employment was definitely or somewhat related to their Ivy Tech education. Perhaps most importantly, 90% rated their Ivy Tech education as excellent or good. Ivy Tech is giving my kids a quality education that will move them to the next level in their careers. Ivy Tech makes it affordable, and provides a great opportunity for our family. $42, Average salary, Ivy Tech Community College graduate Source: Workforce Associates, Inc.; 2005 Dollars Julius, Ivy Tech parent CURRENT EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF RECENT IVY TECH GRADUATES* 70% Employed, Full-Time 12% Employed, Part-Time 1% Employed, Temporary 6% Unemployed, Seeking 4% Unemployed, Not Seeking 7% Full-Time Student *2006 Survey of graduates TOP GRADUATE PRODUCING SCHOOLS Health Sciences Business Technology Public and Social Services Education Applied Science and Engineering Technology Fine Arts and Design Liberal Arts and Sciences PROGRAMS GROWING QUICKLY Early Childhood Education Human Services Physical Therapy Medical Lab Technology Hospitality Administration (Culinary) NEW PROGRAMS BASED ON WORKFORCE NEEDS Biotechnology Motorsports Agribusiness Health Information Technology Elementary Education At Ivy Tech, I m surrounded by people who care about me and where I m headed. Lara, Ivy Tech student, nursing 8 9

7 GETTING STUDENTS STARTED ON A FOUR-YEAR DEGREE Thanks to our partnerships with other colleges and universities, credits from Ivy Tech transfer to many four-year schools, including the largest institutions in Indiana. As college debt rises, this allows many students who otherwise could not afford a bachelor s degree to complete their first two years at Ivy Tech at roughly half the cost of a four-year institution. These students may then transfer to complete their four-year degree, while incurring much less cumulative loan debt than they would otherwise assume. In addition to making college affordable, our transfer agreements help make students more successful. With two years at Ivy Tech, they get more time to adjust to college life and arrive on campus better prepared for the challenge. Students can also explore their career options while earning college credit. This results in a more fulfilling, rewarding career and better employability and earnings potential. INVESTING IN A FACULTY THAT INVESTS IN ITS STUDENTS Even with our rapid growth, class sizes at Ivy Tech remain small, at an average of 22 students. Personal attention and hands-on instruction, combined with tutoring services and extensive career advising, provide our students with an exceptional educational experience. Our students long track record of success is a direct result of our faculty s expertise and dedication. By focusing on the needs of each individual student, and by using examples direct from the workplace, our faculty help make an Ivy Tech education enjoyable, relevant, and current. Our diverse team of well-qualified instructors provides a combination of experience in the classroom and experience in the real-world matched by few post-secondary institutions. FULL-TIME FACULTY CREDENTIALS ADJUNCT FACULTY CREDENTIALS 4.45% Associate 6.37% Other 7.95% Doctorate 5.59% Associate 10.77% Other 8.48% Doctorate 31.28% Bachelor s 49.95% Master s 26.79% Bachelor s 48.37% Master s My experience at Ivy Tech inspired me to continue my education at a four-year school, and I transferred the credits I earned at Ivy Tech. Anjanette, Ivy Tech graduate, business administration Other faculty credentials include professional certifications for specialized technological fields. EXPANDING OUR FACULTY April 2001 April 2006 Percent Growth Full-Time Faculty % Adjunct Faculty 2,232 3, % Staff 2,157 2, % I had the most dedicated group of instructors anyone could ask for. They helped me reach my goals, and I landed the job I wanted two weeks before graduation. Michael, Ivy Tech graduate, visual communications 10 11

8 ACCELERATED, CERTIFIED TRAINING The Ivy Tech Workforce and Economic Development department has a strong history of providing high-quality job skills training for employers and individuals throughout Indiana. Today, as we continue in our role as the state s workforce development engine, Ivy Tech is realigning its services to best meet the needs of our business and industry clients. The result is Accelerated, Certified Training (ACT), a division of Ivy Tech. ACT provides a variety of services, including employee skills assessment, customized training, fast-track courses, career development programs and online courses. Courses are offered at company sites or at Ivy Tech s facilities, and participants can earn nationally-recognized, portable credentials, including Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and workforce certifications from one of our 25 statewide testing centers. And now, with our Certification Crosswalk program, participants can receive academic credit when they complete a licensure or certification. The switch to ACT is much more than a name change: as we rebrand our services, we seek to better understand employers needs and deliver training that meet employers immediate needs, while remaining consistent with our reputation for quality. As Indiana s workforce needs change, Ivy Tech will be integral to ensuring that those needs are met. And through ACT, we are well positioned to collaborate with business and industry leaders to adapt as these needs change. The professionalism and enthusiastic approach that Ivy Tech brings to our business partnership is unmatched. Every opportunity we have to partner, we will GOALS FROM SUCCESS TO THE BEST Today s employers are looking for workers with specific skills relevant to the 21st century workplace. Ivy Tech serves the needs of these employers, and helps the workforce achieve career goals, through our certification programs. Certification testing is available in a variety of fields. By completing these nationally-recognized programs, a certified workforce will help Indiana keep pace with the rest of the nation. John Stephens, Human Resource Manager, Baxter Pharmaceutical Solutions LLC INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION GOALS , ,835 A NATIONAL LEADER IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT As a respected provider of workforce training, Ivy Tech has received a number of state and national grants that will allow us to serve more employers than ever before. Included among these grants are: US Department of Labor Community Based Job Training Grant Provides $2.5 million to blanket the state to train healthcare workers in allied health and nursing, in response to industry research on occupational shortages and educational needs US Department of Labor Grant for Advanced Manufacturing A $1.3 million grant targeting transportation-related advanced manufacturing that will provide training for 500 workers in Columbus, Lafayette, Richmond, Terre Haute, Madison, Evansville and Indianapolis Indiana Department of Workforce Development Major Opportunities Program Provides $1 million in funding dedicated to providing pre-apprenticeship training to women and minorities Indiana Department of Workforce Development SSI Grants A $5 million strategic skills initiative grant that will help Indiana offset job and skills shortages in hospitality, logistics, manufacturing and healthcare Ivy Tech also has the infrastructure to continue to build Indiana s workforce, with 25 certification testing centers statewide that collectively have the ability to give more than 2,000 certification tests. Last year, we awarded more than 7,000 certifications, giving Hoosiers improved skills that make them more employable and more productive. With our broad range of programs including everything from the Manufacturing Skill Standards Certification (MSCC) to our Management and Supervisory Institute, and from SafeWork to Workplace Spanish, we reach a wide variety of workers in almost every type of work environment

9 IVY TECH FUNDS COMPARISON (IN MILLIONS) Other $8.7 Auxiliary Funds $29.1 Plant Funds $50.7 Financial Aid $29.4 Sponsored Programs $23.3 Other $2.8 Auxiliary Funds $3.2 Plant Funds $5.0 Operating Funds $285.6 Financial Aid $4.5 Sponsored Programs $5.6 Operating Funds $46.2 $ Total Funds $ Total Funds PUTTING HIGHER EDUCATION WITHIN REACH IVY TECH THE MOST AFFORDABLE TUITION IN INDIANA * Ivy Tech continues to be Indiana s most accessible higher education resource. By allowing students to attend classes close to home and continue to work, Ivy Tech offers the benefits of an associate degree or technical certification to those who otherwise might not be able to afford the dream of a post-secondary education. Keeping tuition costs low will be key to reaching the goals outlined in Strategic Plan $7,500 $5,000 IVY TECH $2,713 Vincennes University $3,751 $4,518 USI $5,041 IU-East $5,071 IU-Kokomo $5,142 IU-Northwest $5,233 IU-South Bend $5,466 PU-Calumet $5,567 PU-North Central $6,041 IPFW $6,456 Indiana State University $6,524 IU-Southeast $6,524 IUPUI $6,830 Ball State University $7,245 Purdue University-West Lafayette $7,513 Indiana University-Bloomington * Tuition and Fees Source: Indiana Commission for Higher Education After high school, I didn t know what I wanted. Ivy Tech let me find out on my own terms. - Eric, Ivy Tech student, business administration 14 15

10 PARTNERING WITH DONORS While Ivy Tech Community College is one of seven state-assisted colleges and universities in Indiana, only two-thirds of its total funding is appropriated by the General Assembly. To keep tuition as low as possible, Ivy Tech relies on private, charitable support through Ivy Tech Foundation. Support provided by the foundation allows students to receive high-quality education and training opportunities. Mission: We partner with donors to invest in Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana students, faculty and programs to build stronger communities and a better Indiana. USES OF CONTRIBUTIONS 2% Outreach 38% Instructional Equipment & Technology 27% Grant-Funded Programs 10% Financial Aid 3% Administration & Fundraising 20% Other Programs SOURCES OF CONTRIBUTIONS 5% Employees 40% Foundations & Organizations 22% Corporations 22% Individuals 11% Planned & Deferred Gifts OUR FOCUS FOR THE FUTURE: ACHIEVING OUR GOALS AND HELPING STUDENTS ACHIEVE THEIRS Through our strategic plan for 2010, entitled From Success to the Best, Ivy Tech has set ambitious goals. In striving to reach these goals, we will also help an unprecedented number of students succeed academically and in the workplace. Thanks to the support of the legislature and philanthropic organizations, we are bringing students new resources, programs, and tools to make their experience better than ever. These efforts will have a lasting economic impact on individuals, families, communities and the future of our state. Lilly Endowment Grant A $1.6 million grant from the Lilly Endowment will allow Ivy Tech to transform how it assists adults of all ages in getting prepared for college program-level courses by taking refresher classes to update their skills in math, reading and writing. Ivy Tech will serve as a national model delivering this education on site at the workplace, online and in various student-friendly formats. Currently, approximately 75% of the College s degree-seeking students require at least one remediation course. 25,000,000 TOTAL CHARITABLE GIVING TO IVY TECH FOUNDATION Joyce Grant A $1 million grant which will allow Ivy Tech to develop a college for working adults and reform remediation, creating embedded skill development. 20,000,000 15,000,000 10,000,000 6,908,000 5,622,049 16,037,542 21,866,736 15,349,718 House Bill 1347 Fast Track and Double Up Pilot programs are being launched in Spring of 2007 offering Ivy Tech high school diplomas to high school dropouts (11th and 12th grade). Early College programs have been launched allowing students to earn a high school diploma while also earning college credit at Ivy Tech. 5,000,