University celebrates remarkable relationship with Ball family during...
A century after their ancestors helped create what today is Ball State University, members of the Ball family from across the nation came to campus to celebrate the past 100 years.
View ArticleBall State, YMCA partnership repurposes Muncie school into early childhood...
Ball State University is partnering with the YMCA of Muncie to create the Mitchell Early Childhood and Family Center.
View ArticleTrustees approve Strategic Plan Executive Dashboard
Ball State’s Board of Trustees approves an executive dashboard designed to allow campus leadership to monitor progress on the 2040 goals in the new strategic plan, “Destination 2040: Our Flight Path.”
View ArticleBall State unveils future of health care during ceremony at new Health...
Ball State University formally unveils the future of health care when the campus community comes together for a ribbon-cutting at the new Health Professions Building.
View ArticleBall State president urges new graduates never to forget Beneficence Pledge
Ball State University conferred more than 1,500 degrees at Fall Commencement in Worthen Arena.
View ArticleBall State announces new vice president for enrollment planning and management
Paula Luff will serve as Ball State’s next vice president for enrollment planning and management, effective April 20.
View ArticleBall State Trustees extend president’s contract and elect new officers
Ball State’s Board of Trustees took steps today to maintain the positive momentum of the University by extending the contract of President Geoffrey S. Mearns and by naming Renae Conley as Board chair.
View ArticleStatement on May 2020 Commencement Exercises
We are saddened to share with you that we have decided to cancel our May 2020 Commencement Exercises. We are developing alternative plans to celebrate our graduates, and we would like your input.
View ArticleMay 2020 Commencement Update
Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns provides an update on the University’s plans to celebrate Commencement.
View ArticleStatement: Plans For Our Future
Now that an unprecedented Spring semester has come to a successful conclusion, this message provide some additional information about our plans for the future.
View ArticleStatement: University Budget Update
President Mearns provides some additional information about our University’s finances and how we are developing our operating budget for next fiscal year.
View ArticleStatement: Commencement Update
Read President Geoffrey S. Mearns' statement about the Spring and Summer 2020 Commencement exercises.
View ArticleStatement: Foundation President
Jean Crosby will serve as the next President of the Ball State University Foundation and the Vice President of University Advancement, effective immediately.
View ArticleBall State students will return to campus for classes on August 24, as scheduled
Ball State students will return to campus for classes on August 24, as scheduled.
View ArticleStatement: I look forward to your return to campus this Fall
Many students have told us that they value the personal educational experiences that we provide at Ball State University.
View ArticlePrudent fiscal planning allows Ball State to invest in safety and health
Board of Trustees approved a continuing spending resolution today that will prioritize funding for academic programs while investing in health and safety measures.
View ArticleBall State President honors a university custodian for making a difference in...
Ball State custodian Steve Smith’s kindness motivated a student to stay in school; now Smith has been recognized with one of the University’s top honors.
View ArticleStatement: Update on Commencement Ceremonies
Due to the ongoing risk of COVID-19, and the state’s extended guidelines, which continue to prohibit social gatherings larger than 250 people, it is no longer feasible for Ball State to hold...
View ArticleBall State’s response to COVID-19 leads off first Fall semester “Cardinal...
University’s response to COVID-19 is the subject of the first Fall semester broadcast of “Cardinal Compass: Campus and Community Conversations” on Sept. 18.
View Article$2.5M Lilly Endowment grant funds first-year experience program
A grant from the Lilly Endowment will create First-Year Flight, designed to enhance student engagement in the first year.
View ArticlePartnership between Ball State, MCS focus on next “Cardinal Compass”
Ball State’s partnership with Muncie Community Schools is the subject of the second Fall semester broadcast of “Cardinal Compass: Campus and Community Conversations” on October 16.
View ArticleLetterman, Manning collaborate at Ball State University
David Letterman joins Peyton Manning on Ball State University’s campus to film a new episode of “Peyton’s Places,” a documentary style show hosted by the former NFL quarterback.
View ArticleBall State Making Big Strides
Ball State University President Geoffrey Mearns talks about how Ball State is making big strides in developing its students to be as attractive as possible to potential employers by placing a higher...
View ArticleNew scholarship fund honors longtime legal counsel for Ball State Foundation
The Ball State Foundation is honoring the organization’s longtime legal counsel Jon Moll and his late wife through contributions to the Jon and Barbara Moll Scholarship, initiated by legal firm Defur...
View ArticleAlumnus gift establishes graduate assistantship in new Multicultural Center
Digital media executive and alumnus Timothy Andrews, ’84, hopes a gift to the Multicultural Center contributes to Ball State’s welcoming culture for everyone.
View ArticleStatement: In-Person Commencement Ceremonies for 2020 and 2021 Graduates to...
Ball State plans for in-person Commencement Exercises in May, marking the return of a cherished University tradition.
View ArticleBall State University Dedicates Ginn Woods as Nature Preserve
Ball State University’s Board of Trustees approved a proposal during Friday’s meeting to dedicate Ginn Woods as a state nature preserve.
View ArticleStatement: Continuing Our Health and Safety Protocols
Governor Holcomb announced some important changes to his Executive Order regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The amended order converts the current face mask covering mandate to a state mask...
View ArticleBall State University to Begin Disbursing Nearly $8M in HEERF II Grants to...
Ball State University is disbursing nearly $8 million in federal financial aid to eligible students.
View ArticleDerek Chauvin Verdict
This afternoon, the jury rendered a verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer.
View ArticleBall State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns Elected MAC’s Chair of the...
The Mid-American Conference (MAC) announced today that Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns has been elected the MAC’s Chair of the Council of Presidents. He replaces University at...
View ArticleWith lowest total increase in 20 years, Board of Trustees keep Ball State...
The Board of Trustees of Ball State University approved tuition and mandatory fee rates Friday that further elevate the University’s position as one of the most affordable schools in the Midwest,...
View ArticleDr. Charlene Alexander Will Be Returning to Ball State University
President Geoffrey S. Mearns announces that Dr. Charlene Alexander will be returning to Ball State University as the next Chief Strategy Officer.
View ArticleBall State University Honors 2021 Summer Graduates
Ball State University honors 2021 Summer graduates at in-person ceremonies that took place at Worthen Arena on Ball State’s beautiful campus.
View ArticleBall State honors the life, impact of history professor Tony Edmonds
The Ball State community is remembering longtime educator Anthony “Tony” Edmonds, 81, distinguished professor emeritus of history, who passed away on August 9.
View ArticleBall State Sustains Strongest Period of Philanthropic Support in University’s...
Ball State University raised $36 million in philanthropic gifts and commitments in the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2021, marking the third consecutive year of more than $30 million in new private,...
View ArticleBall State University Launches Podcast Hosted by President Geoffrey S. Mearns
Ball State University has launched a new monthly podcast, “Our Call to Beneficence,” hosted by President Geoffrey S. Mearns. The podcast features conversations with graduates and friends of Ball State...
View ArticleBall State Graduate Ashley C. Ford Donates Copies of Best-Selling Memoir,...
A Ball State University alumna and best-selling author has donated the honorarium from her work as the University’s Fall 2021 Writer-in-Residence to provide free books to numerous community partners.
View ArticleBall State Director of Athletics Beth Goetz Named to Indianapolis Business...
Ball State University Director of Athletics Beth Goetz today was recognized by Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) as one of the publication’s 2021 “Women of Influence.”
View ArticleBall State University Board of Trustees Advances Village Revitalization Plan
The Ball State University Board of Trustees took a major step on Friday to advance a long-term, phased revitalization plan for the Village.
View ArticleOne Ball State Day Returns April 5 with Million-Dollar Fundraising Goal
One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s 24-hour online fundraising event, returns April 5 with some ambitious goals. After three consecutive years of increased giving since the event’s inaugural...
View ArticleBall State University Honors Spring 2022 Graduates in Traditional...
For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ball State University on Saturday returned to its traditional setting for its Spring Commencement ceremony.
View ArticleBall State University Announces No Cost Increases for Room, Board, and...
For the second consecutive year, Ball State University’s Board of Trustees decided not to increase room, board, or parking fees for students attending the University.
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