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Dr. Emily Hamilton will discuss the importance of cities in economic growth. Many exchanges and innovations are specific to the time and place where they happen, and cities provide the location where a huge share of economic activity takes place. She'll also cover the link between local zoning rules and other policies that constrain the supply of new housing. These rules are not only causing housing affordability problems, but they’re also preventing many people from living in the places where their best economic opportunities are located. Finally, Hamilton will discuss recent reforms to zoning, including some that have been proven to deliver large increases in new housing.

New Avenue for Single Electron Chemistry of Aromatic N-oxides in Synthesis and Catalysis

Join us for the University's second annual State of Inclusive Excellence Address scheduled for Monday, September 16, 2024 at the Student Center Ballroom beginning at 2:00 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.

This presentation features the work of Dr. Bryant Keirns, Assistant Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics in the Department of Nutrition and Health Science.

Following his own advice, Aaron Prickel strives to lead by example and often arrives at the office before anyone else to take advantage of focused, productive time. A Lushin management consultant since 2007, Aaron acts as the glue that binds and strengthens the team’s collective talents. As not only a sales trainer but a great resource, he encourages his clients to stay true to themselves and their missions, and he adapts his training style to best serve each individual. Aaron emphasizes understanding the underlying cause of business performance problems: belief, behavior, or technique. He aims to teach sales training clients the simplicity of effective solutions. Prickel is the winner of the 2015 Ball State Achievement Award from the Miller College of Business and a regular keynote speaker at conferences and workshops.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. However, they also report there are more than 4 million breast cancer survivors. Awareness of the facts and statistics surrounding breast cancer in the United States is key in empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. FREE of charge. No reservations required.

Join Miller College of Business for the Bryan Dean Forum on October 9th. It will feature speakers from Ernst & Young's New Economy Unit (NEU). We will hear from NEU Head Anastasia Roussou and Global Climate Change and Sustainability Services Leader Matthew Bell in Greece and the UK, respectively. They will present the key messages from NEU's latest report, "A New Economy." The report explores the systemic barriers to achieving globally desired sustainability outcomes and the principles that can unlock the transition to a regenerative economy. Because the core audience of the NEU is business professionals, it focuses on how the principles can guide businesses in critically examining their business models to accelerate and adapt to this transition.

Dusty Simmons is a strategist by day, a marketer at heart, and a big believer in credit unions. As the Executive Vice President of Strategic Operations at Financial Center First Credit Union in Indianapolis, she leads the growth and experience lines of business for her organization. Her passion lies in helping others grow and develop to move business and innovation forward in the financial services space. Dusty received her degree from Ball State and is currently completing the CEO Institute certification through CUES. She is an alum of the Indiana Credit Union League’s ignite program and advocates for credit unions on Capitol Hill annually. A resident of Greenwood, Dusty spends her free time coaching recreational sports for middle schoolers and traveling with her two teenage daughters.

Please join the School of Art for a presentation by artist Sarah Perkins. From 6:00PM - 7:00PM.

The next installment of the Central Indiana Severe Weather Symposium will occur on October 19, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is brought to you by the Indiana Chapter of the American Meteorological Society and Ball State University Department of Geography and Meteorology.

Muncie natives, Ryan and Kelli Vannatter purchased Albany Golf Club in 2019. The club itself was founded in 1969. They prioritize running the club as a family-first company with a focus on community development with involvement ranging from schools, youth, couples, and golfers of all levels.Ryan holds a degree from Ball State in accounting and currently serves as VP and Branch Manager of Ruoff Mortgage. Kelli holds a degree from Ball State in Nursing. After many years in nursing, she transitioned out of nursing to assist in running the golf club full-time.

Join us for the largest professional development event of the year October 22-24. 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.

Join us for the largest professional development event of the year October 22-24. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Attend the 2024 Midwest Actuarial Science Student Conference at Ball State University on November 8-9!Learn about preparing for the MLC exam, ethics, advice from recent graduates, and emerging trends in the field; connect with professionals from various companies; and meet other actuarialscience majors from universities across the Midwest.

Attend the 2024 Midwest Actuarial Science Student Conference at Ball State University on November 8-9!Learn about preparing for the MLC exam, ethics, advice from recent graduates, and emerging trends in the field; connect with professionals from various companies; and meet other actuarialscience majors from universities across the Midwest.

Olivia Chen, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Twrl Milk Tea, is a creative entrepreneur passionate about community building, storytelling, and marketing. An expert in guerrilla marketing, Olivia has a proven track record in developing brand stories focusing on optimizing messaging, effective marketing mix, and maximizing sales conversion. She is passionate about creating positive change and growth while sharing her culture and traditions, with the world, especially Boba Milk Tea. Olivia holds a B.S. from the University of Berkeley, Haas Business School, and an MBA/MA from the University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School, and The Lauder Institute. She led global and domestic product marketing teams at Estee Lauder (Clinique, Donna Karan Cosmetics, and Origins) and is a former publicist for Amazon and New York Times bestselling authors. In her spare time, Olivia is an avid baker and bento creator.

Jacob Schpok serves as Partner and Head of Platform at Elevate Ventures. He is a member of the Investment Committee and oversees the teams responsible for sourcing and sponsoring investment opportunities and ensuring portfolio companies realize strong exits. Before joining Elevate, Jacob co-founded two startups in the SaaS and logistics industries and worked in a senior leadership role for a telecommunications startup in Indianapolis. Jacob also has an extensive background in state government, where he served as the State Director of the Indiana Small Business Development Center and the Executive Director of the Indiana Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Jacob is a 2005 graduate of Ball State University’s Entrepreneurship program.

Hear from internationally known installation artist Justin Favela as a part of the Arts Alive program!