Kurt Wessling earned a bachelor's degree in social studies/secondary education in 1994 from Ball State University.  Upon graduation, Kurt spent a couple of years teaching and coaching in Indiana at the middle and high school levels.  He is currently Director of Sales for Jackson Systems, LLC in Indianapolis, a company that manufactures heating and air conditioning control products that are marketed to contractors. 

While at Ball State, Kurt was involved in intramural sports, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society for Education, Phi Alpha Theta International Honor Society for History, Golden Key National Honor Society, and Alpha Lambda Delta National Academic Honor Society. 

When asked about his feelings toward Ball State, Kurt states that "the time I spent at Ball State University was one of the best times of my life.  The friends I met and still stay in touch with broadened my horizons immensely."  He adds "The experiences in and out of the classroom gave me a greater appreciation for the variety of life out there."

Kurt tries to return to campus at least once a year to see the newest additions to his alma mater and revisit his favorite spots.  Kurt is very proud to be an alumnus of Ball State and "will forever be a Cardinal."  As a final thought, Kurt adds "Thank you for shaping my life and opening the world to me!!  GO BSU!!"

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