O'Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs Experiential Learning Fund

Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs - Bloomington

Gifts will support experiential learning opportunities and initiatives—such as internships, study abroad programs, and leadership experiences—at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs on both the Bloomington and Indianapolis campuses. This investment enriches hands-on learning experiences, empowering students to lead for the greater good and make a difference.

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O'Neill School of Public & Environmental Affairs Experiential Learning Fund

Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs - Bloomington

Gifts will support experiential learning opportunities and initiatives—such as internships, study abroad programs, and leadership experiences—at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs on both the Bloomington and Indianapolis campuses. This investment enriches hands-on learning experiences, empowering students to lead for the greater good and make a difference.

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The Experiential Learning Fund empowers O'Neill students to engage in transformative opportunities that prepare them to lead with purpose and impact. By removing financial barriers, the fund opens doors to internships, study abroad programs, and leadership initiatives that shape future changemakers.

It supports experiences like the D.C. Accelerator Program, which immerses students in the nation’s capital before graduating, and Activate O’Neill, which uplifts students from historically excluded groups through mentorship, career support, and network-building. The fund can also enable participation in international study programs and the NextGen Leadership Program, which combines advocacy workshops, public service courses, and leadership retreats to inspire bold leaders.

The impact of this fund goes further, supporting a wide array of real-world, hands-on initiatives that empower students to engage in impactful experiences, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their first job and build successful careers. Your support ensures that every O’Neill student has access to these transformative opportunities. Together, we can empower the next generation to shape a brighter future.

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The professional development opportunities that we all support each other through have really given me hope and made me excited to do the work that we studied hard for. I feel energized and ready to go.

Sarah Thomas MPA/MAAA'21 in nonprofit management and arts administration

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Please note, the name and purpose of the fund displayed on this page constitute the authorized description of the fund by the Indiana University Foundation, Inc. Your gift supports the fund as described herein.