Selecting classes, internships, and study abroad experiences are just a few of the many important decisions you’ll make as you build a career. We are eager to connect you with academic advisors and enrichment programs to help you get the most out of your experience while you stay on track to graduate on time.

Our Services

Among our many services, we will:

  • Pair you with your academic advisor, who will help you develop a plan based on your career and life goals, explore leadership opportunities, campus resources, and review the latest internships, scholarships, and essential college information.
  • Put you in touch with the Ball State Career Center’s array of programs, including the Career-Ready Program, which provides you with personalized guidance through the career preparation process, guiding you to package your professionalism.
College Advisors

Advisors for Freshmen and New Transfers

Students with fewer than 30 credits (freshman standing) and new transfer students are advised through the University College. Find your advisor.

Advisors for Upperclassmen

Students with 30+ credits (sophomore standing and above) are assigned to an advisor who specializes in Miller College of Business programs by Upper Division Advising. You are encouraged to attend advising meetings each semester to ensure you stay on track towards earning your degree.

Advisors for International Students

International students who wish to major in business follow the traditional advising schedule. Students with freshmen status (less than 30 credits) will be automatically assigned a freshman advisor. Once you have earned 30 credits, you will be required to meet with your business advisor each semester. The university’s International Student Services offers additional academic advising.

Academic Advisors

Our academic advisors are:

Check DegreeWorks in Self-Service Banner to find your assigned advisor. Find your advisor.

How to Schedule a Meeting

Advising is by appointment only. Use Navigate to schedule.

For help with scheduling, please call 765-285-5329 or stop by WB 147 during our office hours.

Advisors for Freshmen (< 30 Credit Hours)

Students with fewer than 30 credit hours are advised through the University College. Find your advisor.

North Quad Freshmen Advising (all freshmen and undecided) | NQ 339 | 765-285-1161
Amanda Ballenger (Honors College) | BA 107 | 765-285-1194
Sarah Haley (Honors College) | BA 104 | 765-285-9023

Upper Division Business Advisors (31+ Credit Hours)

Students are mentored by program-specific professional advisors.

Accounting (undergraduate)

Alex Stoltie | WB 171 | 765-285-1805

Accounting (graduate)

Sharon Huang | WB 327 | 765-285-5118

Business Administration

Nikki Vicks| WB 169 | 765-285-2203

Business Analytics

Alex Stoltie | WB 171 | 765-285-1805

Computer Information Systems

Lucas Pint | WB 167 | 765-285-9025

Economics

Alex Stoltie | WB 171 | 765-285-1805

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Kathy Maple | WB 165 | 765-285-4992

Fashion Industry Studies

Kathy Maple| WB 165 | 765-285-4992

Finance

Lucas Pint | WB 167 | 765-285-9025

Hospitality Innovation and Leadership

Kathy Maple | WB 165 | 765-285-4992

Human Resource Management

Kathy Maple | WB 165 | 765-285-4992

International Business

Kathy Maple| WB 165 | 765-285-4992

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Lucas Pint | WB 167 | 765-285-9025

Marketing

Katelynn Gossage | WB 173 | 765-285-5522

MBA and Graduate Certificate Programs

Allison Logan | WB 146 | 765-285-1931

Professional Selling

Katelynn Gossage | WB 173 | 765-285-5522

Property Management

Kathy Maple | WB 165 | 765-285-4992

Risk Management and Insurance

Lucas Pint | WB 167 | 765-285-9025

Advisor for Miller Business Honors Program

Gayle Hartleroad | WB 147 | 765-285-5329

Upper Division Advising Center

Andy Morrow, advising coordinator | NQ 364 | 765-285-1189

Internships

Arranged through internship supervisors and the Ball State Career Center

Career Coaching and Mock Interviews

Career Center @ Miller College of Business
Stephanie Wilson | WB 163 and LU 215 | 765-285-2452
Schedule through Cardinal CareerLink - select "current student login" and then "career coaching"