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Follow the stories of five Kelleys who each experienced a life-changing moment that propelled them forward.

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.

TAYLORSIDWELL

BS’16

A M O M E N TSEIZED

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.”

LYNNETTESAUER

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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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.”

DAVIDSTEELE

Professor

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.

CALEBMARTIN

BS’18

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Year after year, IUPUI is recognized for community engagement; it’s one of

the reasons U.S. News & World Report named us a top 10 up-and-coming

university. It’s also how Caleb Martin developed a passion for volunteering at

Kelley Indianapolis.

“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.”

MATTLOWERY

BS’17

ANNABRUICK

BS’17

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.

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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 Ivy Tech. “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.”

ALEXISMILLER

BS’17

CARLOSGARCIA

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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REAL-WORLD

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.”

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

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Bringing today’s business world up close

First-year ExperienceYour 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 ExperienceBuilding 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 ExperienceThe 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 Morekelley.iupui.edu/undergrad

Undergraduate Admissionsbusugrad@iupui.edu | (317) 274-2147

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