April 17, 2025
The award honors a teacher with exceptional dedication to inspiring students to pursue mathematics, science and engineering careers. It includes a $250 stipend and a commemorative plaque.
Orlowski was nominated by Connor Large, an electrical engineering major from Plymouth, Indiana.
Large commended Orlowski for her unwavering commitment to her students' success. Notably, when the school faced a vacancy in its physics department, she proactively pursued certification and assumed responsibility for teaching the subject.
Her dedication has been instrumental in making clear the interconnectedness of mathematics and physics with the engineering field, inspiring young minds to explore these crucial disciplines.
On April 3, Trine University Theatre offered a free matinee of “The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood” to local elementary school groups, homeschool students (grades K-5) and Easterseals members.
Central lines (catheters inserted into large veins) are commonly used to deliver medications or specialized treatment, or for prolonged IV therapy.
Trine University has named Alecia Pfefferkorn, an experienced educator and administrator who has served at several area school corporations as well as at the university, as dean of its Franks School of Education (FSOE).