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Follow the stories of five Kelleys who
each experienced a life-changing
moment that propelled them forward.
3. You can’t be successful living
a life created by other people
or copying what they do.
Kelley helps you identify your
interests, understand your
strengths, and embrace your
weaknesses.
When you discover the power
of your own individuality,
you’ll seize opportunities
that were once inconceivable.
TAYLOR
SIDWELL
BS’16
A M O M E N T
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4. Taylor Sidwell has always been into sports. Soccer, softball, racing:
You name it. She wasn’t sure how her passion as a fan could be an
entry point for a career—until she took a Kelley study abroad course
through which she experienced the business of sports in Spain.
“This program really piqued my interest because it focused on sports
as a business,”says Taylor.“Over spring break, we visited sports
companies and training facilities in Madrid and Barcelona.We learned
how they operate as businesses and studied the industry differences
and similarities between sports organizations in the U.S. and abroad.”
Taylor discovered many similarities in the racing industry.
Confident in her new knowledge, she landed a coveted
internship at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) the
following summer.
“In Spain, we toured a company that works closely with
the IMS on Formula One races. It was eye-opening to see
what I learned abroad and during my internship related so
closely to racing in my hometown,”says the Indianapolis
native.“Through my internship, I became a much better
communicator, and I realized how fortunate I am to live in
the Racing Capital of the World.”
Both experiences at Kelley Indy have guided Taylor in
choosing the sports industry for her future career in
marketing after graduation.
“I want to be passionate about what I do for a living,”says
Taylor.“That’s why I plan to work in sports when I graduate.
I want to love the work I do, and the experiences I gained at
Kelley will help me accomplish that.”
5. LYNNETTE
SAUER
BS’15,BFA’16
Every school has good
professors. At Kelley, you
have supportive coaches and
mentors who tell you like it is.
Our unique culture of
direct, open, and respectful
dialogue helps students build
emotional intelligence and
confidence.
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6. Lynnette Sauer always knew she wanted to study both
art and business. She chose IUPUI because it offered
the respected, well-known Kelley School of Business and
Herron School of Art and Design, the only professional art
school in Indiana.
As she worked toward dual degrees in business
management and painting, Lynnette wasn’t sure how her
two interests would merge to form a career—until a direct
and honest conversation with a Kelley professor.
“I took David Steele’s entrepreneurship class in the spring
semester of my freshman year. I remember very clearly
our conversation about my future,”she says with a grin.
“He told me,‘The kind of people who are going to be CEOs
of art museums need to know the things you’re learning in
business school. It’s not just someone who can paint well.
You need to know the business side of things to be a leader.’
“I’d never thought of myself taking on such a big goal
at a museum. But five years later, I have a much greater
interest in museums, and that’s where I want to go when I
graduate.”
This new direction steered Lynnette toward internships at
galleries, a public relations firm, and even alongside Kelley
alumna Paula Katz MBA’14 at the Indianapolis Museum
of Contemporary Art.With study abroad experiences in
Europe for both art and business, Lynnette is confident
in the direction she wants to take her art and business
backgrounds.
“These experiences helped me to appreciate museums
as institutions that make art accessible to the public,”
she says.“I’m interested in how museums function as
educational outlets beyond just presenting the art. My
interests have evolved because of Kelley and Herron.”
Lynnette is thankful for the straight-talking, honest
perspective David Steele and other Kelley professors
provided as she painted a picture of her future.
“Having other people encouraging me to pursue this path
really boosted my confidence,”she says.“It was so valuable
to have these business professors interested in my art
perspective. No matter what your interests are, they’ll find
a way for business to support it.”
DAVID
STEELE
Professor
7. Collaboration breeds
success. Kelley students
learn this on the first day of
class.
They learn that working
together is hard, but it’s
worth it. They discover how
to be successful teammates
and leaders because they are
taught that those who put
the most effort into a group
endeavor are those who will
get the most out of it.
CALEB
MARTIN
BS’18
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8. Yearafteryear,IUPUIisrecognizedforcommunityengagement;it’soneof
thereasonsU.S.News&WorldReportnamedusatop10up-and-coming
university.It’salsohowCalebMartindevelopedapassionforvolunteeringat
KelleyIndianapolis.
“I learned about Kelley Indianapolis Cares, a volunteer-oriented student
organization, and it sounded like something fun to do with my friends,”
says Caleb.“I discovered that I’m very passionate about giving back.”
Caleb began volunteering to stock shelves at Gleaners Food Bank. He
makes breakfast for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House and
raises money for IU Health Riley Hospital for Children through the IUPUI
Jagathon dance marathon.
“Hearing from the Riley families how much we impact their lives by
volunteering—there’s nothing more rewarding than that,”says Caleb.
“At the same time, I’m gaining professional experience that will help
me down the road.And I’m forming friendships with hundreds
of other students who are passionate about the same
causes as I am.”
The accounting and finance major says his volunteer
work has expanded both his business knowledge and
interpersonal skills.
“I’ve gained experience in data tracking,
managing budgets, and forecasting
five-year plans,”says Caleb.“But some
of the biggest lessons have come
from personal growth. I’m an
introvert, so it’s been a real learning experience for me to
lead committees of upperclassmen, to ask for donations,
and to forge partnerships with local businesses.”
“As a Kelley ambassador, incoming freshmen always ask
me for one piece of advice. I always say: get involved.That’s
the easiest way to meet people, the easiest way to discover
passions you never knew you had. Getting involved has
been the single most valuable thing I’ve done.”
MATT
LOWERY
BS’17
ANNA
BRUICK
BS’17
9. ANDREA
ALLENSWORTH
BS’17
At the Kelley School of
Business, momentum is built
by connecting one moment
to the next, and success is all
about the connections you
make.
We believe business is
personal and relationships
matter—among professors,
students, and alumni. And
each is invested in you.
A M O M E N T OF
CONFIDENCE
10. KAREN
McILRATH
BS’17
It was the school’s reputation and accolades that
attracted Andrea Allensworth to Kelley Indy, but it was the
connections she made here that helped her succeed.
“As a transfer student, it was so helpful to receive constant
encouragement and support from Kelley,”says Andrea,
who transferred from IvyTech.“I spent a lot of time
with professors outside of class.They talked through
every question I had.And when it came time to apply for
scholarships, the staff in Career Services helped me rework
my résumé and develop my first cover letter.That support
was instrumental in helping me win multiple scholarships.”
Earning the scholarships boosted Andrea’s confidence.
Excelling in her coursework and getting involved with
student organizations—alongside classmates of similar
values and goals—made Andrea feel as though she’d found
her true place.
“I looked for organizations that I would enjoy and that
would apply to my career goals,”she says.“I’m now the vice
president of finance for Women in Business, and I’m the
Accounting Association representative for Kelley Student
Government.”
Through networking at events hosted by these student
organizations,Andrea learned more about the accounting
industry and what to expect after graduation. Interacting
with guest speakers and Kelley alumni helped her gain
greater perspective on how to use her Kelley experiences to
prepare for the real world.
With a career path in mind,Andrea turned her focus to
discovering the direction to take with her accounting and
finance degree.
“My academic advisor really helped me define my goals,”
says Andrea.“She helped me develop an individual
academic plan from now until graduation. My long-term
goal is to sit for the CPA exam.”
Andrea feels she’s met and exceeded the goals she made
for herself when she set out to earn her degree.
“Part of my application essay for Kelley Indy was to name
three things you’ll gain from a Kelley degree. Confidence
was one of them, and I’ve already experienced the benefits
of achieving that goal.”
ALEXIS
MILLER
BS’17
11. CARLOS
GARCIA
BS’15
More is expected of a Kelley.
That’s why our alumni are
among the most-respected
business people in Indiana
and beyond.
When you expect more of
yourself, when you put your
heart and soul into everything
you do, you will achieve your
dreams—and discover new
dreams you hadn’t imagined
before Kelley.
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12. If you had asked Carlos Garcia as a college freshman
where his Kelley degree would take him, he never
would have guessed he’d be a financial analyst
immediately after graduation at United Technologies,
a job that has taken him to various locations across the
country.
“I never saw myself leaving Indianapolis and, certainly,
didn’t expect to be working all over the United States,”
says Carlos.“But through my Kelley experiences and
opportunities, my confidence developed, and I learned
there were much bigger things out there than I had
imagined.”
Carlos became interested in the power of distribution
at a warehouse job during college.Throughout
his studies in supply chain management, Carlos’
professors challenged him to think in ways he’d never
experienced—but now finds useful in his career.
“What makes Kelley so challenging is what also makes
it great. It’s the expectations of your professors,”he
says.“They expect you to do relevant coursework, not
just brainless random exercises. It’s actual problem
solving you’ll use in the real world.”
Through I-Core (a unique Kelley experience that
integrates finance, marketing, operations, and team
dynamics), Carlos became more interested in finance.
He also learned how far he could push himself to excel.
“I discovered that group work is hard,”he says
about I-Core, which many Kelley students say is a
rite of passage.“Coordinating busy schedules with
assignments and making sure everyone’s involved was
one of the most difficult, yet valuable, experiences I
had at Kelley. It taught me to work well with different
people. I learned what my strengths are and what I can
delegate.”
Those hard-earned people skills brought Carlos to
where he is today. During one of his internships at
which he spent a lot of time networking, he landed an
interview for the finance job he wanted. His time at
Kelley helped him stand out.
“I was interviewing for the job in Connecticut, far away
from home and as an outsider to the program, but my
interviewer turned out to be a Kelley MBA.We had an
instant connection,”remembers Carlos.“Making that
connection helped me land the job.“
“The degree was never easy, but the fact that it was
never easy made me so much more prepared for the
real world.”
13. KELLEY SCHOOL
OF BUSINESS
INDIANAPOLIS
In its Best Colleges guide, U.S. News & World Report
ranked IUPUI as a top 20 university for teaching and
recognized us for learning communities and service
learning programs.
IUPUI is a dynamic campus in the heart of downtown
Indianapolis. Because the city is your campus, you can
participate in year-round internships and volunteer
with community organizations that are meaningful
to you. Hang out with friends on Mass Ave, explore
museums within walking distance of campus, or bike
along the Cultural Trail.There’s so much to do, and
IUPUI is at the center of it all.
As a Kelley student in Indianapolis, you’ll learn
business where business gets done.And you’ll get a
head start on your future in the heart of Indiana—home
to nearly one-third of the state’s businesses and one
of the best places for new college graduates to begin
their professional lives.
WHERE CAMPUS AND CITY
CONNECT
14. Bringing today’s business world up close
First-year Experience
Your success at Kelley starts with a strong foundation in business, which includes an introduction to business your first
semester. It covers all business aspects from accounting to supply chain management. In your freshman learning community,
you will work with other Kelleys to complete a community service project designed to build your leadership skills. For some, this
experience becomes a personal commitment that continues through college and beyond.
Sophomore Experience
Building on your business foundation, you’ll learn new concepts in economics, commercial law, and business computing.And
because Kelley students are well-rounded and informed decision makers, you also will take courses in communications, math,
and writing.Your sophomore year is an important time to start preparing for life after college.That’s why you will enroll in X220:
Career Perspectives. Our career experts will guide you through self-assessment projects, helping you to identify your strengths
and interests.All the while, you will explore careers that match you.
Integrative Core (I-Core)
In I-Core, you will use key skills and knowledge from three core business disciplines (finance, marketing, and operations
management) to capitalize on an opportunity in the marketplace. But you won’t do it alone.You’ll work on a team, using new
skills acquired from the team dynamics and leadership course. Students say I-Core is one of the most meaningful experiences
of their Kelley careers—a rite of passage to understanding the value of teamwork. Ultimately, you are on course to learn how to
incorporate effectively all aspects of business.
Capstone Experience
The Kelley capstone experience is as close as it gets to the real thing.You won’t just write a paper; you will actually develop
strategy, make decisions, and run a business.Through the capstone challenge, your efforts will be measured against other
business students across the country, including graduate students in MBA programs. Many Kelley Indianapolis teams place in
the top 10 percent each year.
Learn More
kelley.iupui.edu/undergrad
Undergraduate Admissions
busugrad@iupui.edu | (317) 274-2147
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