Addressing the Columbus Economic Development Board

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The Columbus (Indiana) Economic Development Board invited Indiana University President Michael A. McRobbie to be the keynote speaker at the board’s annual meeting. Prior to the beginning of the event, Columbus Mayor Jim Lienhoop (second from left) speaks with IU President Michael A. McRobbie and Vice President for Engagement William B. Stephan (right) as Lienhoop’s wife, Pam (left), observes.
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IU President Michael A. McRobbie (center) meets members of the Columbus Economic Development Board and city leaders before the board meeting begins at The Commons in downtown Columbus, Indiana.
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IU President Michael A. McRobbie delivers the keynote address during the Columbus Economic Development Board’s annual meeting. The board manages the economic recruitment and business expansion activities for Columbus and annually presents a report to the community, which usually draws about 300 attendees.
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During his keynote address, IU President Michael A. McRobbie talks about the Indiana University Center for Art and Design Columbus that IU dedicated in 2011. The center is affiliated with the IU School of Art and Design and was made possible through generous support from the residents of Columbus.
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Columbus Economic Development Board President Jason Hester (left) presents a gift to IU President Michael A. McRobbie following McRobbie's keynote address to the Columbus Economic Development Board in downtown Columbus, Indiana.