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Indiana Uplands Innovation Award winners recognized at ROI’s 2023 Annual Report to the Region

Posted on April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

ROI is proud to announce the 2023 winners of the Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards. The Indiana Uplands Regional Innovation Awards recognize deserving people, organizations, and projects that have made meaningful improvements to education, workforce, economic development, and quality of place within the 11 counties of the Uplands region (Brown, Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Lawrence, … Continue reading Indiana Uplands Innovation Award winners recognized at ROI’s 2023 Annual Report to the Region

Photo Gallery: ROI Annual Report to the Region

Posted on April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

Smiles were big and excitement for the future of a Region on the Rise filled the air during ROI's Annual Report to the Region at the French Lick Resort Conference Center on April 13. All day ROI celebrated the hard work, innovation, and collaboration that is moving the Indiana Uplands towards a more prosperous future. … Continue reading Photo Gallery: ROI Annual Report to the Region

Wininger Construction awarded Indiana Uplands READI grant to advance housing opportunities near WestGate@Crane

Posted on April 18, 2023May 22, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

Funds from this grant will be used to build infrastructure (water/sewer) for the Westcott neighborhood, a home development in Greene County.

Bryant Niehoff named Uplands Science and Technology Foundation CEO

Posted on April 5, 2023April 5, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

The Uplands Science and Technology Foundation (USTF) is a nonprofit research foundation dedicated to enhancing the vitality of WestGate@Crane Technology Park. Niehoff will lead USTF and advance its mission to grow the WestGate Technology Park into a nationally-recognized innovation community.

Hopewell Neighborhood to receive $1.8 million in READI Funding

Posted on March 8, 2023May 22, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

The City of Bloomington will receive $1.8 million in Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) funding for construction on Jackson Street as part of the new Hopewell neighborhood.

STEM Fellows: Where Are They Now?

Posted on February 6, 2023February 6, 2023 by Emily Menkedick

It was in 2017 when Emily Johnson was one of ROI’s first STEM Fellows in cohort one. Johnson credits the ROI STEM Fellowship with jumpstarting her career journey to where she is now.

City of Bloomington selected for $1.9 READI infrastructure project

Posted on January 31, 2023May 22, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

City of Bloomington Utilities (CBU) will use READI funding to replace 1,570 feet of clay sewer pipe, improving flow from South Patterson and downstream along an arterial corridor.

‘Everyone is a maker’: Dreams become reality in digital fabrication labs throughout Uplands

Posted on January 28, 2023August 31, 2023 by Suzannah Couch

In the Uplands Fab Lab Network, teachers and students alike are learning that the limits are endless for those eager to learn new technology and use the fabrication equipment.

Radius to work with community leaders to develop Monon South Trail

Posted on January 12, 2023May 22, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

In addition to the $25+ million in funding provided by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Indiana Uplands region has pledged to provide $1 million in READI funding to the Monon South project.

Indiana Uplands is home to six “IN Indiana” murals

Posted on January 9, 2023April 6, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

Bring a mural to your community! IDDC is accepting applications for its next round of public art and community activation grants that incorporate the "IN Indiana” identifier. Apply by March 17, 2023.

Indiana Uplands announces READI commitments totaling more than $24.6 million

Posted on December 16, 2022March 8, 2023 by Betsy Trotzke

The Indiana Uplands READI Steering Committee and Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) has announced more than $24.6 million in committed investments from the $30 million in Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) funds awarded to the Indiana Uplands by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) to enhance the vitality of this 11-county region.

Explore Computer Science Careers in the Uplands

Posted on December 5, 2022December 5, 2022 by Betsy Trotzke

In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, we hosted a special event to highlight computer science careers and share the experiences of professionals that work in the Indiana Uplands. Watch the webinar video now!

WestGate@Crane welcomes new $84 million collaborative microelectronics campus

Posted on November 21, 2022February 1, 2024 by Betsy Trotzke

A great day for the Indiana Uplands and the State of Indiana! This morning, we broke ground on WestGate One, a new $84 million microelectronics campus at WestGate@Crane. NHanced Semiconductors, Inc., Everspin Technologies, Trusted Semiconductor Solutions, & Reliable MicroSystems, LLC plan to invest $300 million & create 549 specialized, high-wage jobs. Read the complete November 21 announcement from the Indiana Economic … Continue reading WestGate@Crane welcomes new $84 million collaborative microelectronics campus

Twenty-four grant writing fellows form second cohort in professional development program

Posted on October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 by Betsy Trotzke

Program supports grant writers pursuing projects and programs that improve the quality of life for Uplands residents.

ROI expands STEM Fellows program to middle school educators

Posted on October 3, 2022October 4, 2022 by Betsy Trotzke

Seventeen middle school educators began their fellowship year in August, bringing the total number to 111 Fellows working to advance science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities in Indiana Uplands classrooms and schools.