Upcoming Events
Monday, September 23, 2024
Phillip Bernstein Lecture - Who is the Architect? Understanding Professional Agency in the Emergent Era of AI
4 p.m.
Calendar: Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning
CAP Lecture SeriesPhillip Bernstein, FAIA and deputy dean and professor adjunct at Yale School of Architecture, will attempt to set some context for the current evolution of AI, set against the history of digitization in architecture, and speculate on possible futures and strategies for architecture.
Friday, October 4, 2024
Softball Alumni Weekend
3 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State University softball player catchingCalling all softball alumni! Join us for softball alumni weekend October 4-5 on campus!
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Softball Alumni Weekend
3 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State University softball player catchingCalling all softball alumni! Join us for softball alumni weekend October 4-5 on campus!
CharlieTown Community + Family Weekend
TBD
Calendars: Athletics Calendar, Student Affairs Families, Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life
Grab the family and get ready to cheer on the Cardinals at CharlieTown! Don't miss the food, fun, and entertainment before Ball State football takes on the Broncos during Community + Family Weekend! CharlieTown begins 2 hours prior to kickoff.
Friday, October 18, 2024
Nashville Celebration of Beneficence
6 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Join us in the heart of Music City- Nashville, TN, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to celebrate the Power of Beneficence!
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Los Angeles Alumni Club Football Watch Party
3:30 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State cheerleader waiving her poms as Ball State Football players are playing at Scheumann stadiumJoin us for a fun-filled LA Area Alumni Football Watch Party - reconnect with old friends, cheer on your team, and enjoy some good food! All alumni, friends and fans of the Cardinals are welcome.
Ball State vs. Vanderbilt Pregame Festivities
3:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Athletics Calendar
Join us in Nashville, TN, for a pre-game tailgate as the Cardinals take on the Vanderbilt Commodores!
Monday, October 21, 2024
Homecoming Food Truck Festival
6 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Student Affairs Families, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life
Student holding up a walking taco at the Ball State University Homecoming Food Truck FestivalAll are welcome at the Homecoming Food Truck Festival - students, faculty, staff, alumni, & the Muncie community! Enjoy food trucks, music, and more at this free family friendly event as a way to get yourself ready for all the excitement of Homecoming Week.
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Homecoming Student Talent Search
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Student Affairs Families, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life
Student jump roping at the Ball State University Homecoming Talent SearchThe Annual Student Talent Search, which began in 1967, is a unique opportunity to showcase some of Ball State’s finest talent for the University and community. All are welcome to come watch this free event - students, faculty, staff, alumni, & the Muncie community!
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Homecoming Campus Dinner
5:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Dining, Student Life, Student Affairs Families
Ball State University North Dining HallEnjoy a Homecoming-themed dining experience with a special themed menu! Special thanks to Ball State Dining Services for providing the decorations and an awesome menu!
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Black Alumni Homecoming Kickoff at Havana Cigar Lounge
7 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State Black Alumni Homecoming Mixer 2023Join your fellow black alumni as we kick off Homecoming 2024 at the Havana Cigar Lounge in Fishers, IN.
Homecoming Air Jam
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life, Emens Auditorium Calendar
Girl dancing at Ball State University Homecoming Air JamGoing strong since 1987, Air Jam is Ball State's most popular Homecoming event! Come watch student organizations dance and compete in the annual lip-sync competition. Tickets are required to watch this competition. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.
Friday, October 25, 2024
Homecoming Bed Race
12 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life, Student Affairs Families
Team pushing a bed down Riverside at Ball State University Homecoming Bed RaceOne of Homecoming's most exciting traditions since 1980! Each Bed Race team consists of five people – four pushing the bed, and one riding on it. Teams compete against the clock, two teams at a time, on a 100-yard course. Anyone is welcome to come watch this free event or create a team!
Saturday, October 26, 2024
Homecoming Chase Charlie 5K
8:30 a.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life, Student Affairs Families
Ball State University Homecoming Chase Charlie 5KEnjoy the exciting Homecoming atmosphere as you run through campus along the parade route. The finish line is next to Emens Auditorium on Riverside Avenue, so make plans to stay and watch the Homecoming parade after you are finished!
Football Alumni Day
8:45 a.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State football helmet on the fieldCalling all football alumni! Join us for Football Alumni Day during Homecoming weekend.
Homecoming Parade
9 a.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Housing and Residence Life, Student Life, Student Affairs Families
Ball State gymnast handing candy out at the Homecoming paradeThe Homecoming Parade has been one of Ball State's greatest traditions since it began in 1939. University organizations and the Muncie community enter floats, cars, bands, and even horses to show off their Cardinal Pride!
Black Alumni Reunion
11:30 a.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Ball State Black Alumni Homecoming Reunion 2023The Black Alumni Council has some fun events planned for Homecoming Day!
Cardinal Couples
1:30 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Cardinal CouplesDid you meet your forever sweetheart at Ball State? Stop by the Cardinal Couples tent at CharlieTown during Homecoming to celebrate the love story that started here!
First Homecoming as a New Alumni
1:30 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Girl with a Ball State hatAs a new graduate and young alumni, we want to welcome you back to where it all began. Graduates of 2023 and 2024 - you are invited back to your first Homecoming as Alumni and will receive an exclusive gift commemorating Homecoming 2024, Cardinal Roundup.
CharlieTown Homecoming
1:30 p.m.
Calendars: Alumni Association, Athletics Calendar, Student Life
Round up your fellow Cardinals and gather outside the Alumni Center to celebrate Ball State Homecoming at CharlieTown! CharlieTown begins 2 hours prior to kickoff.
Monday, October 28, 2024
Writing for Young People with Hena Khan
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, English
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Hena Khan, award-winning author of picture books and middle grade fiction, in Muncie the week of October 28-30, 2024. Ms. Khan will read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around her award-winning books.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Pizza Party Meet and Greet with Hena Khan
5:30 p.m.
Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, English
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Hena Khan, award-winning author of picture books and middle grade fiction, in Muncie the week of October 28-30, 2024. Ms. Khan will read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around her award-winning books.
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Featured Reading with Hena Khan
1:30 p.m.
Calendars: College of Sciences and Humanities, English
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Hena Khan, award-winning author of picture books and middle grade fiction, in Muncie the week of October 28-30, 2024. Ms. Khan will read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around her award-winning books.
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Chicago Holiday Reception
6 p.m.
Calendar: Alumni Association
Join us for a festive evening at the Chicago Holiday Reception! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in style at Loft Lucia, located in the heart of Chicago, IL.
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Travel With Us
All Day Event
Calendar: Alumni Association
ItalyThe Ball State Alumni Travel program offers diverse tours and destinations for you to discover! Our trips are educational by nature with access to unique destination spots around the world. The best part? You get to take this journey with fellow Ball State alumni!
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
One Ball State Day
All Day Event
Calendar: Alumni Association
One Ball State DayJoin us in our call to beneficence this One Ball State Day!