(Photo provided, Ivy Tech Community College)
(Photo provided, Ivy Tech Community College)
(Image provided, Ivy Tech Community College)
Ivy Tech Community College welcomed Governor Mike Braun to its Valparaiso campus Wednesday May 20 2026 for a tour focused on workforce education and skills training needed in Indiana. Governor Braun met with Ivy Tech leadership to discuss how the campus is prepared to meet the evolving needs of employers and employees in the Valparaiso area. Officials say the visit included a tour of learning spaces where students are gaining hands-on experience in fields like Nursing, HVAC, and Welding & Energy Technology, a news release said.
“Ivy Tech’s training model is one of the strongest workforce pipelines in the state,” said Governor Braun. “These programs give students real experience with real equipment, creating graduates who are prepared to step directly into good jobs on day one. Employers depend on this talent pipeline, and Hoosiers benefit from an affordable education that leads to lasting careers.”
“What’s important about Governor Braun’s visit today is he is all about workforce. He understands that college is not the path for everyone and today he got to see Ivy Tech, the space where those careers get their start in the best way possible,” said State Trustee for Ivy Tech Community College, Stewart McMillan.
Earlier this year, Governor Braun signed Senate Enrolled Act 254, which updates Ivy Tech’s statutory mission and governing structure. As Indiana’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s only singly accredited community college, Ivy Tech serves more than 213,000 students with more than 70 programs and 40 learning locations across Indiana.
“Ivy Tech is Indiana’s workforce engine. We are delighted to welcome Governor Braun to Valparaiso,” said Campus Chancellor Aco Sikoski.
