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Hess honored with Henry R. Besch Jr. Promotion of Excellence Award

IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess was awarded the Henry R. Besch, Jr. Promotion of Excellence Award, one of IU's highest honors, acknowledging Hess' lasting imprint on the university through transformative leadership that strengthened research, expanded educational opportunities and fostered collaboration across campuses. 

Katie Duffey  | Dec 10, 2025
Collage 2025: Match Day, Wade Clapp in the lab, Nasser Hanna with End Lung Cancer Now banner

2025: IU School of Medicine celebrates a year of discovery, learning and advancing health

In 2025, the IU School of Medicine opened its new Medical Education and Research Building, welcomed new leaders, and advanced strategic goals in education, research

Laura Gates
Keith Ramsey displays his award certificate and stands with Dean Jay Hess

Fall 2025 All School Meeting Recap

IU School of Medicine Dean Jay Hess presented an update on the state of the school during the Fall 2025 All School Meeting. The meeting

Laura Gates
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Vice chair brings communication, faculty development expertise to OB-GYN department

Krista Longtin was recently named vice chair for communication and faculty development of IU School of Medicine's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Longtin is an

Angie Antonopoulos
Medical Education and Research Building atrium with white staircases and people in the sunlight lobby

IU School of Medicine dedicates Medical Education and Research Building in new Indy Health District

On April 22, 2025, IU held a dedication ceremony for the School of Medicine’s new Medical Education and Research Building that will open this summer

Laura Gates
IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess speaks at the Spring 2025 All School Meeting.

2025 Spring All School Meeting Recap

IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA, presented an update on the state of the school during the Spring All School

A microbiologist looks into a microscope

Biochemistry, pharmacology merger synergizes strengths to accelerate discovery

Two basic science departments at IU School of Medicine will merge to form the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Pharmacology. A national search has

Laura Gates
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Landrum is first woman to lead OB-GYN department at IU

Gynecologic oncologist Lisa Landrum, MD, PhD, is the new chair for obstetrics and gynecology. A former athlete and coach, Landrum emphasizes cooperation and inclusion on

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Andrea Ligler and Michael Feldman, both in business attire, walk along an outdoor path on a sunny day

'Hub of everything': Vice chairs work behind-the-scenes to achieve departments' strategic goals

Vice chairs for finance and administration at IU School of Medicine explain the key role they play in achieving departments' goals in education, research and clinical

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Collage 2024: Match Day, Bill Gates visit and Indy 500 Medical Team

2024: IU School of Medicine celebrates a year of strategic advancements

A look back on 2024: IU School of Medicine made significant advancements in medical training, research discoveries and community wellness this year.

Laura Gates