University Calendar

Transfer Visit Day is a unique opportunity for prospective transfer students to visit our campus and learn more about Ball State University!

Join guest artist Jasmin Arakawa for a piano masterclass in Sursa Hall on October 2 at 9 a.m.!

The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Discover Your Path to Success: Accelerate Your Career with a Master's Degree in Information and Communication Sciences!Are you at a pivotal moment in your career? Wondering what comes next after earning your undergraduate degree? The Center for Information and Communication Sciences (CICS) offers an exciting path forward for graduates from all walks of life. Whether you choose our accelerated 11-month on campus program or our flexible six-semester online format, you'll have the opportunity to elevate your career, regardless of your previous experience or field of study. At CICS, we integrate leadership, business acumen, and technology expertise to help you redefine your professional future. CICS has consistently been recognized for excellence. Our online Information Technology program is highly ranked by U.S. News and World Report, and The Wall Street Journal named us the best in the nation for debt-to-income ratio for Master's programs in July 2021. These accolades highlight our dedication to providing a world-class education that drives success.What makes CICS stand out is our inclusivity—students from both traditional and non-traditional technology backgrounds thrive here. With expert faculty, a close-knit cohort experience, social learning opportunities, hands-on projects, and professional development activities, CICS equips you with the skills you need to be a confident leader, strategic thinker, and adaptable innovator. Our graduates are in high demand for their communication expertise, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to excel in dynamic environments.Ready to take the next step? Discover how CICS can open doors and set you on a path to a successful career. Join us for an information session to explore the program, hear from faculty, and learn about the benefits of becoming part of our community. Register today, and we'll provide all the details you need to get started.

When you’re seeking external funding, you need to write concisely and persuasively to make your point to your audience. Join Sponsored Projects Administration and The Writing Center for a hands-on workshop! We’ll be using Ball State’s Aspire internal grants application as an example, including how to respond to reviewer feedback. The principles you’ll learn can be applied to a myriad of sponsors.

Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+.

Attend the Graduate Student Government Association (GSGA) general body meeting where you can connect with fellow graduate students.

This recital will feature the voice students of Daniel Narducci and Rachelle Woolston. This event is free and open to the public.

From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.