IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.
The Campus : Building and Location Namesakes
George P. Stewart
Stewart House
Campus Apartments on the River Walk
George P. Stewart (1874-1924) was co-founder of the Indianapolis Recorder newspaper in 1897 and in 1899, became sole owner, editor and publisher until his death in 1924. The Recorder published positive stories acclaiming the achievements and accomplishments of African-Americans.
A member of Bethel A.M.E., Stewart was involved in several businesses, political and fraternal organizations including the Colored Republican Committee, Indiana Association of Colored Men, Indiana Chapter of the National Negro Business League, the Indiana Negro Welfare League, the Waterford Lodge #13, F. & A.M. Marion Lodge #5, Knights of Pythias, Persian Temple #46, Nobles Mystic Shrine and the Indianapolis Camp of the American Woodsman.
