http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Career Development Events RSS en-us Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:40:54 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/university-finance-training---workday-fdm-vs-foapal https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/university-finance-training---workday-fdm-vs-foapal Join the Controller’s Office in this course designed for those responsible for submitting, reviewing, or approving HR functions. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/intro-to-workday-scheduler https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/intro-to-workday-scheduler Join us for a high-level introduction to Workday Scheduler, a new tool for our campus community. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/tips-and-tricks-for-hiring-graduate-assistants-in-workday https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/tips-and-tricks-for-hiring-graduate-assistants-in-workday Join the Graduate School in this session designed for department administrative staff and those hiring graduate assistants. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/cliffton-strengths-across-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/cliffton-strengths-across-ball-state CliftonStrengths is helping faculty, staff, and students better understand what they naturally do best—and how they can use those talents to learn, work, and grow. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/internal-vs-external-communications---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/internal-vs-external-communications---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Learn how to tailor content for different audiences and choose the most effective communication channels and promotion strategies. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/recruiting-with-purpose---navigating-the-hiring-process https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/recruiting-with-purpose---navigating-the-hiring-process In this session led by Kyla McKillip, participants will explore how to approach recruitment thoughtfully, navigate the process effectively, and support a positive experience for both candidates and hiring teams. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/advanced-working-with-spa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/advanced-working-with-spa Take this course to learn about specific processes on campus that will interact with sponsored projects. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/introduction-to-blackbaud-award-management https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/12/introduction-to-blackbaud-award-management New to BAM or looking for a refresher? This mini-course will provide a foundational overview of BAM and its key features. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/17/phase-ii---classification-architecture-and-compensation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/17/phase-ii---classification-architecture-and-compensation People and Culture invites you to attend one of the upcoming open forums to learn more about updates to the Classification Architecture and Compensation Project. Tue, 17 Nov 2026 09:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/17/ultras---admin-training-week-feedback https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/17/ultras---admin-training-week-feedback Connect with a Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) grant managers to ask any additional questions you have related to grant-funded projects. Tue, 17 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/18/ball-state-brand-foundations---required https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/18/ball-state-brand-foundations---required *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Explore Ball State's brand standards, messaging, and visual identity while learning how to align unit-specific communications with the University brand. Wed, 18 Nov 2026 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/18/understanding-miscommunication-in-intercultural-contexts https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/18/understanding-miscommunication-in-intercultural-contexts In this workshop, we’ll dive into our own personal experiences to explore how miscommunication arises in intercultural contexts. Wed, 18 Nov 2026 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/19/phase-ii---classification-architecture-and-compensation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/19/phase-ii---classification-architecture-and-compensation People and Culture invites you to attend one of the upcoming open forums to learn more about updates to the Classification Architecture and Compensation Project. Thu, 19 Nov 2026 09:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/19/november-2026-admin-coordinator-meet-up https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/november/19/november-2026-admin-coordinator-meet-up Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State. Thu, 19 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/december/17/december-2026-admin-coordinator-meet-up https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2026/december/17/december-2026-admin-coordinator-meet-up Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State. Thu, 17 Dec 2026 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/january/21/ball-state-brand-foundations---required https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/january/21/ball-state-brand-foundations---required *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Explore Ball State's brand standards, messaging, and visual identity while learning how to align unit-specific communications with the University brand. Thu, 21 Jan 2027 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/january/28/capture-great-photos-with-your-phone---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/january/28/capture-great-photos-with-your-phone---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Improve your mobile photography skills with practical tips for composition, lighting, focus, and visual storytelling. Thu, 28 Jan 2027 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/10/social-media-strategy-and-best-practices---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/10/social-media-strategy-and-best-practices---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Learn how to develop effective and accessible social media strategies for content planning, publishing, platform management, and account oversight. Wed, 10 Feb 2027 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/17/the-art-of-swag-and-logos---brand-licensing-and-promotional-merchandise---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/17/the-art-of-swag-and-logos---brand-licensing-and-promotional-merchandise---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Learn Ball State's trademark guidelines, logo standards, swag approval process, and best practices for branded merchandise. Wed, 17 Feb 2027 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/24/website-strategy---required https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/february/24/website-strategy---required Wed, 24 Feb 2027 13:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/march/10/ball-state-brand-foundations---required https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/march/10/ball-state-brand-foundations---required *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Explore Ball State's brand standards, messaging, and visual identity while learning how to align unit-specific communications with the University brand. Wed, 10 Mar 2027 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/march/18/using-the-ball-state-brand-in-adobe-express---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/march/18/using-the-ball-state-brand-in-adobe-express---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu * Learn how to create branded marketing materials in Adobe Express while applying Ball State brand standards and understanding when to use self-service tools versus design support from Marketing & Communications. Thu, 18 Mar 2027 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/8/website-strategy---required https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/8/website-strategy---required *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Learn the principles and best practices that support Ball State's digital presence. Thu, 08 Apr 2027 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/14/writing-for-ball-state-audiences---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/14/writing-for-ball-state-audiences---elective *If you need any accommodations to participate in this session, please contact learndev@bsu.edu* Strengthen your writing for different audiences and platforms while learning Ball State messaging, storytelling, and content submission best practices. Wed, 14 Apr 2027 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/21/internal-vs-external-communications---elective https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/learning-development/2027/april/21/internal-vs-external-communications---elective Wed, 21 Apr 2027 10:00:00 -0400