Media Advisory: VU to announce Southern Indiana Aviation Initiative
January 14, 2026
WHAT:
Vincennes University, in partnership with Prosser Career Education Center and the Clark County Regional
Airport, will host a media announcement to launch the Southern Indiana Aviation Initiative,
a new effort to expand aviation flight and aviation maintenance education opportunities
in the region.
The initiative will increase access to training and career pathways in the aviation industry and is supported by funding from the State of Indiana and local partners. University and community leaders will share project details and discuss the initiative’s impact on students, workforce development, and the regional economy. Media are invited to attend.
WHEN:
Friday, January 23, 2026
10 a.m. (ET)
Doors open at 9:30 a.m. ET
WHERE:
Clark County Regional Airport
Osborne Hangar
7009 Airport Drive
Sellersburg, Ind. 47172
WHO:
• Vincennes University President Dr. Chuck Johnson
• Representatives from local and regional education and workforce development organizations
President Johnson and participating community leaders will be available for interviews following the announcement.
PARKING:
On-site parking is available at the airport. Event staff will direct attendees to
designated parking areas upon arrival.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Marcia Martinez
Director of Public Relations, News and Social Media
University Relations
Phone: 812-888-4164 office, 314-599-1519 cell
Email: mmartinez@vinu.edu
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