Leading Through Transformation: IU Indianapolis Chancellor Latha Ramchand

When Latha Ramchand accepted the job as the inaugural chancellor of IU Indianapolis, she inherited one of the biggest transformations in the history of higher education in Indiana. Following the separation of IUPUI into independent campuses, Ramchand is helping define a new identity for the state's largest research university.  On this episode, she discusses her vision for IU Indianapolis and how the downtown campus is uniquely positioned to strengthen partnerships with business, healthcare and community. She also shares her personal journey—from growing up in India to becoming a nationally recognized academic leader—and how those experiences have shaped her leadership philosophy. It's a conversation about leadership, transformation, and the future of one of Indiana's most important institutions.