Serving as the community relations office of the university, the Office of External Relations exists to integrate Indiana University's Kokomo campus with the 11-county region that it serves in north central Indiana. In addition to being the only public university offering four-year and graduate degrees in the area, IU Kokomo is vital to the continued economic growth of the region, both as an employer and as a provider of highly qualified, well-educated employees.
Through its Office of Development, external relations represents the Indiana University Foundation and solicits donations, endowments, planned gifts, and non-research related grants for the campus.
The Office of Alumni Relations provides opportunities for alumni and students to be involved in planning the future and preserving the heritage of IU Kokomo. Additionally, the office plans and implements campus ceremonies, including Commencement. The Office of Public Affairs serves as the government relations office on campus and works closely with Hoosiers for Higher Education.
The Office of Communications and Marketing publicizes campus activities and programs; coordinates internal and external communications; places advertising; manages Web site design and continuity; coordinates all media relations and press releases; and designs campus publications.
