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IU, IU Kokomo receive 2024 Campus Prevention Network Seal of Prevention for exceptional commitment to digital student wellness, safety, and inclusion efforts

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University, including IU Kokomo, has received the 2024 Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention. Presented by Vector Solutions, the CPN Seal of Prevention recognizes institutions of higher education that demonstrate leadership in the areas of student safety, well-being, and inclusion.

Each recipient of the CPN Seal of Prevention  has taken action to create a safer, more inclusive campus through comprehensive, evidence-based digital prevention education on issues such as sexual assault, alcohol misuse, mental health, and discrimination. The CPN Seal of Prevention establishes guidelines for discerning quality online prevention education and implementation practices and positions prevention as central to key institutional outcomes.

“The CPN’s Seal of Prevention is a true recognition of the collective deep work our entire university community has put into the health, wellness, and engagement of our students,” said Julie Payne-Kirchmeier, IU vice president for student success. “When we focus our efforts and center our students, together we make meaningful change. Earning the Seal of Prevention for all IU Campuses is a testament to this approach, and our students are better for it.”

“At Indiana University, we are deeply committed to fostering a campus environment where every student feels supported, safe, and empowered to thrive,” IU President Pamela Whitten said. “This recognition underscores the meaningful progress we’ve made through collaborative, research-driven efforts that prioritize student well-being, and we will continue to invest in programs and initiatives that not only address critical challenges but also strengthen the sense of belonging and success for all IU students.”

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