NEWS from the Cardinal's NEST, July 1, 2008

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NEWS from the Cardinal's NEST (9/2/2008)

Volume IV, Issue 17
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Mandi Wise
Mandi Wise earned a bachelor�s degree in General Studies from Ball State University in 2000 majoring in Special Education, with minors in Speech Pathology and Deaf Education. Mandi is currently the Member Services Director for Delta Zeta Sorority National Headquarters in Oxford, Ohio. FULL STORY

Alumni Association will Present the Academy Award Winning HBO Documentary Baghdad Hospital: Inside the Red Zone
The Ball State University Alumni Association will reach out beyond the limits of Indiana and the United States as they host their next event in SecondLife for alumni and friends. FULL STORY

BSUAA Announces Coach of the Year Awards
The Alumni Association has announced six spring sports high school Coach of the Year awards. The award is presented to Indiana high school head coaches in all IHSAA-recognized sports. FULL STORY

Alumni Wanted! Join our groups!
Your alumni association has planted its roots in Facebook for reconnecting with alumni socially and LinkedIn for professional networking. With over 1200 alumni involved so far we ask you to help pass on the word so we can grow our networks even larger! FULL STORY

Homecoming Countdown
On September 27, 2008, Ball State University will be alive with Cardinal pride to celebrate the 82nd year of Homecoming tradition! The Homecoming Steering Committee has selected "Red, White +U"... FULL STORY

Black Alumni Society to Host Reception
Black Alumni Society is hosting a reception at Jillian�s from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2008. Black alumni are invited to attend, socialize and network. FULL STORY

Cardinal Pride License Plates
Join more than 4,200 licensed Cardinal Fans that Drive with Pride, Cardinal Pride! If your last name starts with P-R then it is time to purchase your Ball State University special recognition plate. * It's easy to get and easy to renew! FULL STORY

Upcoming Events
Summer isn't quite over yet and neither are our summer outings, please visit our event's section on the web site to get a complete listing! FULL STORY

Job Fairs and Career Listings
The Career Alumni Network, a networking service for those in need of career direction, is available online. Cardinal Career Link lists thousands of employment opportunities, including full-time professional jobs for experienced alumni. Indiana Jobs Central, a resource available through the Career Center, is provided by leading employers as a public service for all employers and all job seekers. FULL STORY

Ball State nominated for nine regional Emmys
The university's emphasis on digital communications continues to pay off as faculty, staff and students recently picked up nine regional Emmy nominations. FULL STORY

Brilliant 'Impromptu' rendition wins national music competition
Prestigious Glenn Miller Music Scholarship for School of Music student. FULL STORY

Students help Special Olympics athletes focus on wellness
Special Olympians get assistance from Family and Consumer Sciences students. FULL STORY

Five Ball State students receive prestigious national scholarships
Five Ball State students have earned national scholarships to pursue educational opportunities related to their fields of study. FULL STORY

Three Female Golfers in Top Five at Indiana Open
Ball State is well represented at the PGA Indiana Women's Open after the first round at The Legends of Indiana Golf Course with three players among the top five. K.C. Cain, a Ball State recruit who will be a freshman this fall... FULL STORY

Football Players Named to National Watch Lists
Robert Brewster (Cincinnati, Ohio/Wyoming H.S.) and Chris Miller (Libertyville, Ill./Carmel H.S.), both of whom will be senior student-athletes on Ball State University�s football team this fall, have been named to national football award watch lists for their respective positions. FULL STORY

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