The O'Neill School at IU Bloomington is committed to preparing leaders and advancing knowledge for the greater good.

Bloomington, Indiana
Joined April 2012
We’re excited to share that the O’Neill School in Bloomington is once again the No. 1-ranked public affairs school in the nation, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings—with 4 specialties ranked No. 1 and 9 in the top 10. Read more: go.iu.edu/R3Nnip
6
14
899
Congratulations to the Observing Civic Engagement Lab at the O’Neill School, which has received a $1 million AmeriCorps grant to extend and expand its research! Find out more below. oneill.indiana.edu/news/2026…
2
156
Today, we honor Oksana Markarova, MPA’01, former Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S., with the O’Neill School’s Distinguished Alumni Award—our highest alumni honor. Her public policy and diplomatic leadership exemplify leading for the greater good. More: go.iu.edu/85gMrH
126
Join researchers, policymakers, environmental professionals, and community partners at the Indiana PFAS Network Fall 2026 Meeting on October 30 at Lilly Auditorium at IU Indianapolis. Learn more and register: go.iu.edu/PFAS2026
123
Join us on Thursday as Kimberly Novick, professor and Paul H. O’Neill Chair in the O’Neill School, delivers the 2026 Sonneborn Lecture, “The crucial role of forests in regulating global climate change.” Oct. 15, 3–4:30 p.m. IU Cinema Learn more: go.iu.edu/2Enmj4
1
134
Caregiving keeps our society running, but much of it remains invisible in national data. A new National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine report led by @KosaliSimon outlines a roadmap to measure the true scope of the U.S. care economy. oneill.indiana.edu/news/2026…
1
1
172
We had a great turnout for a discussion on the rapid growth of data centers in Indiana and beyond. Panelists explored the economic, environmental, and community impacts of data center development, including utility costs, tax policy, local benefits, and community decision-making.
1
156
Join us for a panel discussion on the community and environmental impacts of data centers in Indiana and beyond. October 6, 4–5 p.m. O'Neill First Floor Commons More details: go.iu.edu/nQkG5f
107
We’re proud to celebrate three members of the O’Neill School community who were recognized today at the #2026NASPAAGLOBAL awards ceremony. Thank you to NASPAA for a great conference! Learn more about O'Neill at NASPAA: go.iu.edu/FCPtZ6
1
176
The O’Neill School is heading to #2026NASPAAGLOBAL! Faculty will take center stage across panels and section meetings, leading critical conversations on nonprofit management, research development, degree modalities, and public impact research. Learn more: go.iu.edu/FCPtZ6
1
1
177
Congratulations to Héctor Reyes-Erazo who is pursuing his Master of Public Affairs at the O’Neill School, for being honored with the 2026 NASPAA Pi Alpha Alpha Master’s Student Manuscript Award! spea.indiana.edu/news/2026-0…
179
Congratulations to O’Neill School Ph.D. candidate Sewon Kim, who was honored at #ABFM2026 with the prestigious Michael Curro Best Student Paper Award. Learn more: go.iu.edu/Qw735j
1
2
225
O’Neill School faculty and doctoral students are heading to Washington, D.C., for #ABFM2026, where they’ll present research, lead panels, and contribute to discussions on emerging challenges in public finance. Learn more: go.iu.edu/zLu6zF
1
181
Join us for a panel discussion on the community and environmental impacts of data centers in Indiana and beyond. October 6, 4–5 p.m. O’Neill First Floor Commons More details: go.iu.edu/nQkG5f
150
O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs retweeted
What do IU Bloomington, this weekend’s football opponent and an IU alumna’s work in Indiana have in common? Bison. 🦬 After earning two @IUONeill environmental science degrees at IU, Alyssa Nyberg built a career restoring bringing bison back to the state’s prairies and improving Indiana’s ecology. See how IU is strengthening Indiana’s workforce: hey.iu.edu/usHeF
1
1
13
5,206
O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs retweeted
From @KelleySchool to @IUONeill, IU community members alike are coming together to explore emerging possibilities for Monon South Trail. 🤝🏞️ Spanning multiple counties across Southern Indiana, the trail offers space for walking, running, biking, and community events, while putting visitors just steps away from local destinations like restaurants, shops, historic sites, and parks. 🔗Learn more about how Hoosiers are helping develop local communities: hey.iu.edu/usYB0
1
5
1,955
Associate Professor Marta Venier is honored to be among those awarded a PFAS grant from MDARD! michigan.gov/mdard/about/med…
199
Congratulations to Professor of Practice Karen Gahl-Mills and Associate Professor @MatthewBaggetta on being named co-directors of the Paul H. O'Neill Center for Leadership in Public Service. oneill.indiana.edu/news/2026…
1
183
O’Neill students are putting their education to work across Indiana—strengthening communities, supporting organizations, tackling real-world challenges, and building the state’s future workforce. See their impact across the state: go.iu.edu/a8ea1N
3
200
Join us in welcoming the five new members of the O’Neill School faculty, including Assistant Professors Chandler Inman, Ji Ma, and Shana Scogin, plus Clinical Associate Professor Erin Engels, and Clinical Assistant Professor Christine Walsh! oneill.indiana.edu/news/2026…
2
364