Indianapolis, Indiana – The University of Indianapolis is stepping up to support public health with a free vaccination clinic later this month, providing easy access to a wide variety of important vaccines for community members of all ages. The event is set for Tuesday, September 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Schwitzer Student Center. It is open to everyone, not just students or staff, and will offer immunizations at no cost thanks to a partnership with the Indiana Immunization Coalition.
The list of available vaccines is extensive, covering illnesses that still pose real risks despite being preventable. Residents will be able to receive shots for Hepatitis A and B, HPV, influenza, meningitis, pertussis (whooping cough), pneumonia, RSV, shingles, and tetanus. The clinic’s organizers say this effort is meant to remove barriers for people who may not otherwise have access to these vaccinations. Insurance is not required to participate, though those with coverage are encouraged to bring their information.
The timing of the clinic comes amid fresh reminders about the dangers of vaccine-preventable illnesses. Just last month, Texas health officials officially declared an end to a measles outbreak in West Texas. That outbreak, which began in January, resulted in 762 confirmed cases, 99 hospitalizations, and two child deaths. The scope of that crisis has underscored for many health professionals how quickly diseases once thought under control can return when immunization rates decline.
“Serious outbreaks like the one in Texas this year are a tragic reminder that vaccine-preventable diseases are still very real threats,” said Toni Morris, associate professor of nursing and organizer of the clinic. “By hosting this clinic with the Indiana Immunization Coalition, we’re providing a very important service to our community by increasing access and making it as easy as possible for both families and individuals. Each vaccine given at this clinic helps protect everyone and prevent similar tragedies here in Central Indiana.”
The University of Indianapolis has worked to make the event convenient for both attendees and the surrounding neighborhood. Visitors are encouraged to park in the lots adjacent to the Schwitzer Student Center, including the Wesley Circle parking lot near Ransburg Auditorium and the visitor parking lot located between Schwitzer, Nicoson Hall, and the Ruth Lilly Fitness Center. Signage will be posted to guide people to the clinic location.
While vaccination remains the central focus, the event is also intended as an educational opportunity. Organizers hope the clinic encourages conversations about immunization, personal health, and community responsibility. By offering a welcoming environment and eliminating cost barriers, the university and its partners aim to reach not only students and faculty but also families across Indianapolis who may be overdue for certain vaccines.
The clinic is also open to members of the media. RSVPs are welcomed but not required. Journalists who wish to cover the event or schedule interviews can contact Dan Klein, the university’s Director of Public and Media Relations, at [email protected].
Public health experts agree that clinics like this one serve a critical role in strengthening local health systems and preventing outbreaks before they happen. For the University of Indianapolis, this free vaccination day is not just an event on the calendar—it’s part of a broader commitment to protecting and supporting the community at large. As organizers put it, every shot given on September 23 will add another layer of defense for Central Indiana.
