http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Alumni Events RSS en-us Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:48:34 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/spirit-of-beneficence-in-evanston https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/spirit-of-beneficence-in-evanston Join us for the Spirit of Beneficence Reception, where you can connect with fellow Ball State alumni, celebrate our shared traditions, and show your Cardinal pride in Evanston, Illinois. Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/10/ball-state-vs-northwestern-pregame-event https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/10/ball-state-vs-northwestern-pregame-event Join Ball State as we travel to Evanstson to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in the newly renovated Ryan Field! Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/8/nein-golf-outing/nein-golf-outing https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/8/nein-golf-outing/nein-golf-outing Join us for the annual Northeast Indiana Cardinal Classic Golf Outing. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/19/writing-for-young-people-with-varian-johnson https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/19/writing-for-young-people-with-varian-johnson The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. The first event takes place on October 19th, 7:30 p.m. in the Pittenger Student Center Ballroom on "Writing for Young People". Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/20/dialogue-days https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/20/dialogue-days Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/asheville/asheville https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/20/asheville/asheville Join us as we celebrate 100 years of Ball State Homecoming! We're gathering local alumni and friends for a casual evening of connection and Cardinal pride. Drop in whenever you can to catch up, grab a drink, and share your favorite Ball State stories. Plus, we've reserved a pickleball court for anyone up for some friendly competition-completely optional! Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/21/varian-johnson-and-ashley-c-ford-in-conversation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/21/varian-johnson-and-ashley-c-ford-in-conversation The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. At 1:00 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom on October 21st, there will be a fiction reading followed by an on-stage interview with Ball State alum—and New York Times bestselling memoirist—Ashley C. Ford. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/21/pizza-party-meet-and-greet-with-writer-varian-johnson https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/english/2026/10/21/pizza-party-meet-and-greet-with-writer-varian-johnson The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. At 5:30 p.m. at the Ross Community Center, pizza and dessert will be served and Varian Johnson will be available to sign books after the event. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/22/26air-jam https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/22/26air-jam The popular Homecoming event brings student groups and organizations together to dance and compete in a lip-sync competition. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/23/miller-college-homecoming-open-house https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/23/miller-college-homecoming-open-house Miller College of Business invites our students and alumni to join us for a Homecoming Open House! We look forward to hearing about your lives and sharing all of the exciting things that have happened at Miller College. Location: Whitinger Business Building Lobby Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/23/26bed-race https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/23/26bed-race This exciting Homecoming tradition brings teams of five together, racing beds down Riverside. Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/50th-whitinger-scholars-reunion https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/50th-whitinger-scholars-reunion Celebrate 50 years of Whitinger excellence during Homecoming at Ball State University. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/2006-soccer-reunion https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/2006-soccer-reunion We can’t wait to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of this MAC Championship team the weekend of Ball State’s Homecoming, October 24-25! If you were part of this team, save the date and plan to join us! Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/honors-college/2026/october/24 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/honors-college/2026/october/24 Whitinger Scholar Alumni are invited to celebrate the 50th Whitinger Scholar Reunion. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/24/miller-college-homecoming-tailgate https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/10/24/miller-college-homecoming-tailgate Join us for Homecoming Weekend on October 24 for a tailgate event before the home football game against Sacramento State. Reconnect with your classmates and network with fellow alumni. Join us in the South end of the Gold Lot, adjacent to the Alumni Center, two hours before kickoff. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/reunion-row https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/reunion-row Get ready for an unforgettable Homecoming! Reunion Row is where your group's legacy comes to life, placing you right in the heart of the action. You'll be next to the Alumni Center near CharlieTown, the stadium, and all the excitement of game day. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming Calling all Ball State alumni, fans, and friends—join us as we celebrate 100 years of Homecoming and “Chirping Through the Decades” before the Cardinals take on Sacramento State! Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-reunion-row https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-reunion-row Join the Black Alumni Council on Reunion Row! Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-social https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/black-alumni-social Continue the celebration after the game at the Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:00:00 -0400