Upcoming Events
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Spring Cardinal Job Fair
11 a.m.
Calendar: Career Center
VPAA Series: How to Engage with the Community for Future Leadership Roles
1 p.m.
Calendar: Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Prepare for future leadership roles! Join this 90-minute, virtual workshop presented by Dr. Chan Gu.
2026 Equal Opportunity / Search Training
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join the Employee Relations Team for Equal Opportunity and Search Committee training unpacking recent federal updates in civil rights law.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Password Managers: Your Key to Safer, Simpler Login - Spring 2026
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join members of Ball State’s Office of Information Security to learn why password managers are one of the most effective tools for protecting your digital identity.
Three Minute Thesis Live Competition
6:30 p.m.
Calendar: Graduate School
Three Minute Thesis logoThe top 10 finalists from the preliminary rounds will present their 3MT live in front of an audience!
Monday, February 23, 2026
Performance Evaluations: Process and Expectations (In-person)
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join members of the Office of Employee Relations team to learn about the performance evaluation process at Ball State.
Outdoor Careers and Internship Fair
10 a.m.
Calendars: Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry, College of Sciences and Humanities, Geological Sciences, Physics and Astronomy, Political Science
Come to learn about internships, full-time professional employment, and/or summer employment with employers with a mission on the outdoors!
Rest Revolution: Improving Sleep for a Healthier Life
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will explore sleep hygiene practices that can improve both sleep quantity and quality, helping you feel more energized, focused, and resilient throughout the day.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Adobe Podcast Showcase
10 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
A quick guide into the in’s & out’s of what Adobe Podcast has to offer for you!
Hoarders: Drowning in Megabytes
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Overwhelmed by your digital life? There are hundreds of digital attention seekers that come across your desk on a daily basis, and you need a system to make sure you don't drown.
2026 Equal Opportunity / Search Training
2 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join the Employee Relations Team for Equal Opportunity and Search Committee training unpacking recent federal updates in civil rights law.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Professionalism
12 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Workday Journeys Overview Supporting New Hires and Departures
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join us for a virtual demonstration of Workday Journeys and how they support employees through key milestones—from onboarding to offboarding.
Self-Defense with BSU University Police Department
7 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
These courses are a hybrid of lecture and practical activity that will prepare participants to improve their awareness and physical capabilities to defend themselves against physical assault.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Digital Vault: Managing Shared Passwords
10 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides an overview of Passwordstate, Ball State's secure password management system.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: A Guide for Managers
3:30 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides managers with an overview of how to review, approve, and submit employee time and absence in Workday.
Monday, March 9, 2026
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: A Guide for Managers
9:30 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides managers with an overview of how to review, approve, and submit employee time and absence in Workday.
Organization Made Easy - Strategies for a More Manageable Workday
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will explore practical methods for managing tasks, structuring your time, and creating systems that support efficiency and reduce stress.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
ArgosX
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join this session to explore the campus-wide rollout of ArgosX, the upgraded version of Argos reporting.
Leadership Workshop
12 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
BioCrossroads - Indiana Connection Lounge Day
2 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
Monday, March 16, 2026
Setting the Record Straight on Mental Health
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will discuss various mental health myths, describe the importance of being aware of these misconceptions, and provide more accurate information regarding the topics discussed.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
March Manager Meet Up
10:30 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
The Manager Meet-up series is designed to bring together managers from across the organization for a quick, valuable 30-minute session.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Hoarders: Drowning in Megabytes
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Overwhelmed by your digital life? There are hundreds of digital attention seekers that come across your desk on a daily basis, and you need a system to make sure you don't drown.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
March Admin Coordinator Meet Up
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State.
Monday, March 23, 2026
Supporting Others, Sustaining Yourself
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will explore the emotional, physical, and practical challenges that often arise when balancing caregiving with other personal and professional responsibilities.
ArgosX
2 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join this session to explore the campus-wide rollout of ArgosX, the upgraded version of Argos reporting.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Leadership Workshop
5 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Managing Student and Employee Complaints
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join this Academic Impressions virtual session to learn techniques for managing common student and employee complaints to enhance satisfaction and retention.
Monday, March 30, 2026
Experiencing Grief and Loss
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will discuss various mental health myths, describe the importance of being aware of these misconceptions, and provide more accurate information regarding the topics discussed.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: A Guide for Managers
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides managers with an overview of how to review, approve, and submit employee time and absence in Workday.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Password Managers: Your Key to Safer, Simpler Login - Spring 2026
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join members of Ball State’s Office of Information Security to learn why password managers are one of the most effective tools for protecting your digital identity.
Professionalism Workshop
12 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
Monday, April 6, 2026
Critical Thinking and Teamwork Workshop
12 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
Strengthening Relationships through Conflict Resolution
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will explore practical ways to navigate conflict constructively that help turn challenging interactions into opportunities for growth and stronger relationships.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Mastering Time Management
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This course will help you take back control of your day-to-day schedule by empowering you to focus on the priorities that matter the most to you.
Monday, April 13, 2026
Thriving at Work and Life: Practical Balance Strategies
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for this lunch and learn style session where we will explore ways to maintain flexibility, reduce burnout, and foster a healthier relationship between professional responsibilities and personal fulfillment.
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: What Employees Need to Know
2 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Learn how to enter time, request absences, and review balances in Workday.
Professionalism Workshop
5 p.m.
Calendar: Career Center
You must register for this event.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Community Bus Tours
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
New to Ball State or Muncie or want a deeper dive into what the community has to offer?
Thursday, April 16, 2026
April Admin Coordinator Meet Up
2 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State.
Digital Vault: Managing Shared Passwords
3 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides an overview of Passwordstate, Ball State's secure password management system.
Self Defense with BSU University Police Department
7 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
These courses are a hybrid of lecture and practical activity that will prepare participants to improve their awareness and physical capabilities to defend themselves against physical assault.
Monday, April 20, 2026
Thinking Big: How to Foster a Growth Mindset Monday
12 p.m.
Calendars: Learning and Development, Working Well
Join us for a lunch-and-learn session focused on understanding and developing a growth mindset.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
April Manager Meet Up
10:30 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
The Manager Meet-up series is designed to bring together managers from across the organization for a quick, valuable 30-minute session.
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: What Employees Need to Know
11:30 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Learn how to enter time, request absences, and review balances in Workday.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time Tracking and Absence in Workday: A Guide for Managers
3:30 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
This session provides managers with an overview of how to review, approve, and submit employee time and absence in Workday.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
ULTRAS - SPA for the Summer
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join SPA for the ULTRAS training series.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
May Manager Meet Up
10:30 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
The Manager Meet-up series is designed to bring together managers from across the organization for a quick, valuable 30-minute session.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
May Admin Coordinator Meet Up
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Community Bus Tour
1 p.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
New to Ball State or Muncie or want a deeper dive into what the community has to offer?
Thursday, June 18, 2026
June Admin Coordinator Meet Up
9 a.m.
Calendar: Learning and Development
Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State.