Commuter Student Success
Starting college is an exciting new chapter, but it can also come with a lot of questions - especially when you're a first-year commuter student. From finding your way around campus and getting connected to meeting academic expectations and balancing life beyond the classroom, you don't have to figure it all out on your own.
The Commuter Success Program is designed specifically to support first-year commuter students as they transition to Ball State. Through dedicated programs and events, personalized support from a professional Student Success Coach and a peer mentor, and connections to campus resources, we're here to help you feel connected, supported, and at home on campus - and set you up for success throughout your first year.
Upcoming Events:
The best way to learn about upcoming Commuter Success Program activities and events is to check your Ball State email account daily, regularly login to our website, and to follow us on Instagram at commute_bsu.
Free Lattes @ Bracken Library
First-Year Commuters can stop by The Bookmark Café in Bracken Library to check in with our Commuter Peer Mentor and a Student Success Coach and get a free drink of their choice on the following dates from 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fall Semester 2026
- September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 20, 27
- November 3, 10, 17
- December 1
Spring Semester 2027
- January 12, 19, 26
- February 2, 9, 16, 23
- March 9, 16, 23, 30
- April 6, 13, 20
Free Frappé Fridays @ Student Center
First-Year Commuters can stop by the table in the Student Center to check in with our Commuter Peer Mentor and a Student Success Coach and get a free drink of their choice on the following dates from 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fall Semester 2026
- September 4, 11, 18, 25
- October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- November 6, 13, 20
- December 4
Spring Semester 2027
- January 15, 22, 29
- February 5, 12, 19, 26
- March 12, 19
- April 2, 9, 16, 23
Connect with Us:
University College
North Quadrangle Building (NQ)
Main Office: NQ 339
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306
Hours
Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Summer hours: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Contact
Phone: 765-285-1611
Email: commutersuccess@bsu.edu