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Chris Lowery to Step Down as Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 8:39 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

The Batesville resident has held the position for three years.

INDIANAPOLIS - Chris Lowery recently announced that he will step down as Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education.

The Batesville resident will officially step down in October after three years in the role due to a recent health scare and desire to pursue personal and professional writing projects.

Lowery previously held leadership roles at Ivy Tech Community College.

During his time as Commissioner, Lowery was instrumental in revamping higher education funding formula, a tuition freeze at public colleges, and efforts to simplify student aid access.

Indiana has also seen its college completion ranking improve from 14th in the nation to 9th.

A 14-person commission will conduct a search and select Lowery's replacement.

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