University Advancement

Indiana State University and Thompson Thrift Announce Transformative Partnership and Naming of the Thompson Thrift Department of Construction Management

Historic Gift to Support Innovation, Education, and Industry Collaboration in Construction Management

Indiana State University and Thompson Thrift, a nationally recognized leader in the real estate industry, have announced a groundbreaking partnership that includes a $1.4M gift to the University. During their agenda meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the naming of the Thompson Thrift Department of Construction Management in the Bailey College of Engineering and Technology. 

Indiana State University Celebrates Historic Success of the Be So BOLD Campaign

Indiana State University is proudly celebrating the exceptional success of its Be So BOLD campaign, the most ambitious fundraising initiative in the history of the institution. The campaign originally launched with the goal of raising $100 million by June 30, 2025, but soared beyond expectations to raise a record-breaking amount of $133 million in support of student scholarships, experiential learning, faculty excellence, and Sycamore Athletics.