Indiana is a state located in the Midwestern United States. The city of Gary is located in the northwestern corner of the state and has a population of around 80, 000 people. Muncie is located in the east-central part of the state and is home to Ball State University. Peru is located in the north-central part of the state and is known for its historic downtown area. Kokomo is located in the north-central part of the state and is home to Indiana University Kokomo. LaPorte is located in the northwest corner of the state and is known for its many lakes. South Bend is located in the northern part of the state and is home to the University of Notre Dame.