Indiana University South Bend - News

[Women's Basketball] Valparaiso University Transfer Commits To Titans

Gary Demski — Sun, 12 May 2013 08:00:00 -0600

By: Gary Demski

IU South Bend head women's basketball coach Steve Bruce has announced that former First Team All-State basketball selection Maegan Callaway will continue her academic and athletic career at IU South Bend, starting this fall. Callaway joins the Titans with two years of eligibility remaining after transferring from Valparaiso University.

"Maegan has a scorer's mentality in the low post, along with the talents and timing of a shot blocker," said head coach Steve Bruce. "She had a record setting career at Mooresville high school, topped off with the honor of being an Indiana All-Star. We welcome her from Valparaiso University where she brings two years of experience competing in the Horizon league against outstanding post players."

Callaway appeared in 19 games as a sophomore during the 2011-12 season and averaged 2.4 points per game. She scored a career-high 12 points against Butler in November and had nine points at Louisville in December.

Callaway had a stellar high school career where she earned a number of accolades. She was an Associated Press All-State First-Team selection and an Indiana Miss Basketball nominee in 2009-10. Callaway was a four year letter winner in basketball and is the school's all-time leading scorer and shot blocker for the Pioneers. She captured two sectional titles and one regional championship and was an Indiana All-Star during her junior and senior campaigns.

The entire Titan athletic department would like to welcome Maegan and her family to IU South Bend and we look forward to much success in the future!

Personal: Maegan is the daughter of Bill and Karen Callaway ... born Nov. 5, 1991 ... will major in new media.

[Women's Basketball] Papa John's Women's Titan Shootout Set For June 28

Gary Demski — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:10:00 -0600

Titan Athletics is proud to announce that the women's basketball team will host their inaugural Papa John's Titan Shootout on June 28, 2013. All games will be played at the Student Activities Center located on the campus of Indiana University South Bend. Teams from all over the states of Indiana and Michigan will compete in the one day tourney bringing some of the finest high school basketball teams & players to Michiana. For more information, email head coach Steve Bruce at stbruce@iusb.edu or call 574-5084.

[Men's Basketball] Head Men's Basketball Position Officially Posted

Gary Demski — Wed, 08 May 2013 06:00:00 -0600

The head men's basketball full-time coaching position has officially been posted. To begin the application process, please select a user name and password that will be easy to remember. You will need both when applying�the position and as well to view the status of the position for which you have applied. You can do so by logging on at https://ola.indiana.edu.� You must complete application through OLA systems for your information to be reviewed and considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to provide a personal e-mail address?

You will need to have a personal e-mail address in order to log into OLA. If you do not have one there are many free e-mail services available via the Internet such as yahoo.com, google.com, hotmail.com, etc. When there is a change in the status of your application(s), we will notify you by posting that information to your online account. You may also review the status of your application in OLA using your log in information. As a convenience you will also have status information sent to you via this e-mail address.

What if I want to submit a resume?

OLA will allow you to either post a resume or complete an online application. The method that will be required will depend on the position for which you are applying. Some of our positions will also require additional information via a separate questionnaire.

What are supplemental questionnaires?

Supplemental questionnaires may be used as a secondary screening device to determine who is interviewed for positions. The hiring manager has designed the questions to elicit additional information about you that will assist the screening committee in identifying the strongest candidates for consideration. Applicants' responses to the questions are reviewed by committee members. Read each question carefully and relate your answer to what the question is asking. Provide specific examples that relate to the question if they will help demonstrate your knowledge, ability and experience with the content.

You will need to first download the questionnaire, complete, save and then upload the completed questionnaire in the cover letter section of the OLA when applying for a specific position.

How will I know that my information has been accepted for a particular position?

Upon completion of the various stages in the application process, you will receive acknowledgments on the screen that your information has been accepted.

What information should I include on my application?

You will be asked to provide personal information such as name, address, phone number, etc. You will also be asked to provide complete information about your education and previous employment, as well as contact information regarding your employment history and references. Each job posting will include information regarding what additional materials, if any, may be attached. To expedite the application process it would be very helpful to gather this information before beginning.

What is the deadline to submit an application?

Complete application materials must be entered into the online system by 11:59 p.m. on the evening of the posted closing date indicated for that position. For positions that are open until filled, complete application materials may be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by 11:59 p.m. on the posted screening date are assured consideration. It is the applicant's responsibility to make certain that his/her application is complete and that all requested materials are received by the deadline. No materials will be accepted outside, or in addition to, the OLA system.

When can I expect to hear anything regarding the status of my application/resume?

Once the deadline has passed a detailed review of all applications that meet the minimum requirements will be performed, and candidates will be selected for interviews. Interviews are not determined until the position closes and those chosen will be contacted via phone. Applicants who are not selected for an interview will have their status updated on the Web and in addition will be notified by e-mail. The process can take anywhere from two-four weeks after the closing date.

What can an applicant expect when selected for an interview?

The University will contact candidates to schedule an interview and at this time detailed information regarding the interview will be shared. Interviews are conducted by the hiring committee and/or hiring manager and usually last 45-60 minutes. As part of the initial screening process, a telephone interview may be conducted in some cases. Depending on the position, lengthier interview schedules may also occur.

Who can I talk to regarding the status of my application?

By logging into OLA you have the ability to check the status of your application. Hiring managers and /or screening committees are not available for direct contact regarding the status of applications.

Does IU South Bend conduct criminal background and sexual misconduct checks?

Yes, Indiana University conducts a variety of employment background checks, including criminal background and sexual misconduct checks on all final candidates for positions with the University. Employment is contingent upon information provided in the criminal background and sexual misconduct check.

[Men's Basketball] Tapp Resigns As Head Men�s Basketball Coach At IU South Bend

Gary Demski — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:30:00 -0600

Chad Tapp, the head coach of Indiana University South Bend men's basketball team since 2010, resigned from his position Tuesday morning, IU South Bend Executive Director of Athletics & Activities Gary Demski announced.� Tapp has accepted the head men's basketball coaching position at Lyon College in Batesville, Arkansas. The Scots are members of the National Association of Collegiate Athletics (NAIA) and compete in the American Midwest Conference.

Under the tutelage of Tapp, the Titans concluded the 2012-13 campaign by registering the first 20 win season in school history and finished third in the final standings of CCAC regular season league play.� The past two seasons, the Titans registered back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in school history.

"We certainly want to thank Coach Tapp for his countless hours of dedication and contribution to the men's basketball program and Titan Athletics the past three years," Demski said.� "Coach Tapp did a great job building the foundation and recruiting quality student-athletes that are winners on and off the court.� "We will begin our search for an outstanding candidate for his replacement immediately and wish Coach Tapp and his family the best in their future endeavors."

Prior to his appointment at IU South Bend, Tapp served as head assistant coach at Taylor University. During his tenure at Taylor, the Trojans captured three Mid-Central Collegiate Conference basketball championships.� Tapp graduated from Taylor in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He completed his Master's degree in sports management in 2008.

Head Coaching Resume
2010-11: 11-20 (3-7 CCAC)
2011-12: 16-15 (5-5 CCAC)
2012-13: 20-12 (17-8 CCAC) Most single-season wins in school history
Overall Record: 47-47 (25-20 CCAC)

[Student Activities Center] Memorial Health & Lifestyle To Offer Free Week For IU South ...

Gary Demski — Tue, 07 May 2013 10:00:00 -0600

During the week of May 12-19, Indiana University South Bend employees, students and their families (14 years and older) are invited to Memorial Health & Lifestyle Center to work out at no charge! Show your employee badge, student ID or recent pay stub; and remember to enjoy your visit!

Make sure to bring a form of photo ID each time you come to visit. Parking is available in the garage for a minimal fee or on the street for free. If you have any questions, feel free to call Gary Demski at 574-520-4457 or email at gdemski@iusb.edu.

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR FLYER INFORMATION

You will need to provide one of the following:
IU South Bend name badge and Photo ID
IU South Bend Student Photo ID
IU South Bend Faculty/Staff Photo ID
IU South Bend Business Card and photo ID

LOCATION:
111 W. Jefferson Blvd., Suite 300
South Bend, IN 46601

(Located on the corner of Jefferson & Main Street in downtown South Bend on the 3rd floor)

[Men's Basketball] Men's Basketball Shootout Canceled

Gary Demski — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:00:00 -0600

We regret to inform you that the IU South Bend men's basketball shootout scheduled for June has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

[Titans] Visit South Bend Mishawaka Teams Up With Titan Athletics

Gary Demski — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0600

South Bend, IN –The Indiana University South Bend Athletic Department is pleased to announce Visit South Bend Mishawaka (http://www.visitsouthbend.com/) as its newest sponsor of Titan Athletics.

"We're very excited to partner with Visit South Bend Mishawaka and this is a win-win for all involved," said Gary Demski, Executive Director of Athletics & Activities at Indiana University South Bend. "IU South Bend attracts a number of large venues to our campus and we look forward to working with Visit South Bend Mishawaka to give visitors to Michiana a first class experience. We are fortunate to showcase a number of beautiful facilities located right here on our campus."

"Visit South Bend Mishawaka is very happy to sponsor IU South Bend Athletics," said Rob DeCleene, Executive Director of Visit South Bend Mishawaka. "The basketball events planned for the summer will bring hundreds of participants and families to our community and, as a result, will have a significant impact on the visitor economy. The Student Activities Center is an asset to both the campus and the community."

Titan Athletics has reached a number of milestones the past couple of years:

Men's Basketball

Recorded most wins in a single season in school history: 2012-13 season= 20
Recorded highest team semester GPA in school history: 2012 Fall= 2.95

Women's Basketball

Registered longest winning streak in school history: 2010-11= 14 games
Recorded highest semester team GPA in school history: 2012 Fall= 3.48

Women's Volleyball

First varsity sport added (2011) in eighteen years
Recorded highest semester team GPA: 2012 Fall= 3.22

Indiana University South Bend is part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and is a member of Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. If you would like to acquire additional information about Indiana University South Bend athletic programs, please visit www.iusbtitans.com.

[Titans] DeDario Named Public Address Announcer Of Titan Athletics

Gary Demski — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:45:00 -0600

Vince DeDario has been named public address announcer of Titan Athletics for the 2013-14 season. DeDario has been the public address announcer for the John Adams Eagles basketball team for the past three seasons. He serves as an 8th grade US History teacher at Jefferson Intermediate and is the Offensive Coordinator for the John Adams Eagles football team. He also has covered the University of Notre Dame Football team for various media organizations for the past nine seasons. DeDario is a proud graduate of Indiana University South Bend. He has been married to his wife Kristen for eight years and they have four children: Dylan (6), Ella (3), Lily (3), and Chloe (1).

Titan Athletics would like to welcome Vince DeDario!

[Women's Volleyball] Zachary Inks With Titan Volleyball Program

Gary Demski — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:10:00 -0600

Head women's volleyball coach Jamie Ashmore-Pott has announced that Knox High School standout Kaitlin Zachary will continue her academic and athletic career IU South Bend, starting this fall.

"I am excited to have Kaitlin join our team and she had an outstanding high school career," said Ashmore-Pott. "She is a versatile player and we look forward to seeing her play a key role on our team."

Zachary was a multi-sport student-athlete at Knox High School turning in a stellar career on the volleyball and basketball courts. Zachary earned 1^st team All-conference honors her junior and senior seasons in volleyball and received Most Valuable Player honor her final year at Knox. Knox head Coach Jake Skelly guided the Redskins to an impressive 23-11 record overall.

The Titans wrapped up the 2012 campaign with a 13-16 overall record and finished at 9-10 in their first year competing in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletics Conference.

Zachary will join the Titans for the 2013 campaign. Titan athletics would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to Kaitlin and her family. We are excited to have added such a stellar student-athlete to our Titan program and we look forward to much success together!

[Women's Basketball] Simpson, Meyer and Lefebvre Named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes

Gary Demski — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:30:00 -0600

Senior forwards Courtney Simpson (Nappanee, IN/Northwood HS) Leah Meyer (Goshen, IN/Northridge HS) and Elyse Lefebvre (Pinckney, MI) have been named 2013 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes announced Monday by the NAIA. In order to be nominated by an institution's head coach, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and must have achieved a junior academic status.

Courtney Simpson will graduate this spring with a Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene. In addition to her work in the classroom, she averaged 11 points and six rebounds during her senior campaign on the hardwood. Simpson was named to the CCAC Honorable Mention list this year. Simpson shined on senior night putting together her best performance against the University of St. Francis. The senior forward poured in 20 points hitting on 10-12 shots from the field in 29 minutes of action.

Leah Meyer is scheduled to graduate this spring with a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. Meyer finished the 2012-13 season averaging 3 points and two rebounds a contest for the Titans. Meyer hit for a career best on senior night for the Titans where she registered 13 points (6-of-7 fg.) in twenty-two minutes of action.

Elyse Lefebvre, who has one year of eligibility remaining, is seeking a degree in Psychology and is slated to graduate next spring. She appeared in all 32 contests for the Titans this season and registered career-highs in points (11) and assists (5) this season.

The Titans finished the 2012-13 season with an overall record of 15-17 (9-13 CCAC). Titan Athletics would like to congratulate Elyse, Leah and Courtney on this accomplishment.

[Women's Volleyball] Titans Land Valpo High Standout, Kelsie Schutz

Gary Demski — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:55:00 -0600

Jamie Ashmore-Pott, head women's volleyball coach at Indiana University South Bend, is proud to announce the addition of Valparaiso High School standout Kelsie Schutz to her 2013 recruiting class. Schutz, a 5-8 outside hitter/defensive specialist, had a stellar high school career. Schutz led the Viking this past season to an overall record of 28-9 while winning sectionals during her senior campaign.

"Kelsie is a great fit for our program and is a talented player," said head coach Jamie Ashmore-Pott. "She is an aggressive player and has a stronger determination to win and is a total team player."

Kelsie will pursue a degree in secondary education at IU South Bend.

Schutz will join the Titans for the 2013 campaign. Titan athletics would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to Kelsie and her family. We are proud to have added such a stellar student-athlete to our Titan program and we look forward to much success together!

[Titans] Titan Athletics Looking For New Public Address Announcer

Gary Demski — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:30:00 -0600

Do you have what it takes to be a Titan game day public address announcer? IU South Bend is looking for an experienced public address announcer for a variety of sports including volleyball and men's & women's basketball. This part-time position will be the voice of the Titans on home event days.

If you have an announcing background or similar experiences, please send a message to Gary Demski, Executive Director of Athletics & Activities, at gdemski@iusb.edu or 574-520-4457.

IU South Bend Titan Athletics
Attn: PA Announcer Search
Student Activities Center
1700 Mishawaka, IN
South Bend, IN 46634-7111

[Titans] Titan Athletics Welcomes IU Health La Porte As Newest Sponsor

Gary Demski — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 01:00:00 -0600

South Bend, IN –The Indiana University South Bend Athletic Department is proud to announce IU Health La Porte Hospital as the newest sponsor of Titan Athletics.

"We're very excited to welcome IU Health La Porte as our latest partner with IU South Bend Titan Athletics," said Dr. Jeff Jones, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at IU South Bend. "I view this as one high-quality institution joining hands with another for the benefit of our student-athletes, and our students in general."

"IU Health La Porte Hospital is very pleased to partner with IU South Bend Athletics," said Neil Mangus, Director of Marketing, IU Health La Porte and Starke Hospitals. "Collegiate athletics are a great way to keep our youth active and they provide a stimulus to greater health and success in life. We are investigating further partnership opportunities to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We look forward to strengthening our relationship with IU South Bend over the years to come."

Gary Demski, IU South Bend Executive Director of Athletics and Activities stated, "I'm very pleased and humbled by the generous donation. This contribution shows great confidence in our athletic programs. I am excited about the opportunity to work with IU Health La Porte Hospital and grow this wonderful relationship."

The funding from Indiana University Health will go directly to support the needs of all of the IU South Bend student-athletes.

Titan Athletics has reached a number of milestones the past couple of years:

Men's Basketball

Recorded most wins in a single season in school history: 2012-13 season= 20
Recorded highest team semester GPA in school history: 2012 Fall= 2.95

Women's Basketball

Registered longest winning streak in school history: 2010-11= 14 games
Recorded highest semester team GPA in school history: 2012 Fall= 3.48

Women's Volleyball

First varsity sport added (2011) in eighteen years
Recorded highest semester team GPA: 2012 Fall= 3.22

[Men's Basketball] Steven Heatherly Earns All-Conference Honors

Gary Demski — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:30:00 -0600

The Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference men's basketball awards were announced Saturday night at the conclusion of the men's CCAC Conference. Congratulations to senior shooting guard Steven Heatherly (Mishawaka, IN/Mishawaka HS) for being named a 2^nd team All-Conference Selection for the 2012-13 season.

Steven Heatherly averaged 14.6 points a contest during conference action in twenty-five contests. He connected on 44 percent (120-272) of his field goals and shot an impressive 39% (49-127) from beyond the arc. He ranked 10^th overall in steals with 1.5 per game. His strongest offensive performance during conference play came on January 10, 2013, versus the Holy Cross Saints. The senior guard poured in a career best 25 points as he connected on 10-of-19 field goals.

Steven Heatherly played an integral role for the 2012-13 campaign for the Titans. IU South Bend finished the season 20-12 overall including an impressive 17-8 finish in the CCAC conference. The historical season was capped off by registering the most wins in a single season in school history. Additionally, the Titans finished in third place out of thirteen teams in the CCAC DII conference.

"I'm extremely happy for Steven being named all-conference," said 3^rd year Head Coach Chad Tapp. "He did what good seniors and all-conference players do in terms of stepping up when he was really needed most at the end of the season and carried us at times offensively. It was a goal of his coming into this season and he is extremely deserving of this award."

Steven Heatherly will earn his degree this year from the School of Business with an emphasis in Business & Economics.

[Women's Basketball] Simpson And Sly Tabbed As All-Conference Selections

Gary Demski — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:00:00 -0600

IU South Bend has landed two players on the 2012-13 Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Women's basketball team. Sophomore point guard Nichole Sly (Niles,MI/Niles HS) and senior forward Courtney Simpson (Nappanee, Northwood HS) were tabbed as Honorable mention selections. This is the first time for Sly and Simpson being named to the All-conference team. The Titans finished the 2012-13 season with a record of 15-17 overall, including 9-13 in the CCAC.

Sly, the floor general for Head Coach Steve Bruce, put together a solid second year campaign for the Titans and filled up a number of statistical categories. During conference action, Sly averaged 11.8 points, five rebounds and four assists per contest. She hit the 20 point mark on three different occasions during conference play for the Titans.

Senior forward Courtney Simpson averaged 11.6 points per game and pulled down 6.7 rebounds per contest. Simpson shot a stellar 59 percent from the field which ranked her third best in the CCAC this year. Simpson shined on senior night putting together her best performance against the University of Saint Francis. She poured in 20 points hitting on 10-12 shots from the field in 29 minutes of action. Simpson will graduate this spring with a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Head Coach Steve Bruce on Sly and Simpson:

"Nichole took a big step forward this season toward becoming the player she can be. I think with continued hard work she can be a premier point guard in the CCAC."

"What a year Courtney had! Tremendously consistent in her play, tirelessly competitive in her efforts, and a level of leadership that a coach dreams of getting from a senior."