Dinner with 12 Hoosiers
Come to my home for a meal, wonderful conversation, and fun!
That’s the theme and mission of Dinner with 12 Hoosiers, a program that invites students to meet a cross-section of the IU community. These informal dinners will provide undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, staff, and faculty the opportunity to converse, network, and build relationships while enjoying a delicious meal.
Make a big place small!
Students: Here is a great opportunity to meet a professional in your field of interest while establishing a relationship and creating a network!
Thursday, Oct. 8
Host: Danny Lopez, communications director, Office of the Mayor
Location: City Hall
Thursday, Oct. 22
Host: Mayor Mark Kruzan
Location: City Hall
Ready to dine? Register here.
Give back in a different way!
Alumni, staff, and faculty: Share your wisdom and experiences with current students who may one day be walking in your shoes by hosting a Dinner with 12 Hoosiers. This unique opportunity lets you to give back to IU in a different way.
FAQ
I live outside of the Bloomington area, can I still host?
Dinner sites must be in Bloomington. If you live outside of Bloomington, consider co-hosting a dinner at another person’s home or at a local restaurant. Dinner organizers at IU will help match co-hosts depending on availability. The co-hosts then decide how to share all aspects of the preparation, serving, cleanup and costs of the meal.
My house is too small for 12 guests. What are my options?
If you can’t seat 12, how about six? You can choose how many people you’d like at your dinner depending on the size of your home and the style of your meal. There is no set format. Afraid you’ll run out of chairs? Make it a picnic theme and spread blankets on the floor. If you are unable to host in your home, there are alternative options. We are happy to help coordinate a space in IU's historical Woodburn House as available. Be creative!
I don’t like to cook.
Students are happy with any free food. Some hosts create delicious homemade meals, while others choose to pick up party platters. If cooking isn’t your forte, we are happy to order food for your event - we can select a menu or work with you to create something together.
I work until 6 p.m. Can the dinner begin later?
Your dinner can begin at any time. While 6 p.m. is the default start time, you may choose to begin earlier or later, keeping in mind that a typical dinner could last three to four hours.
I am interested in hosting! Who should I contact for more information or to arrange a date?
