Leadership Programs

Ball State students are leaders both in and out of the classroom. From leadership organizations, seminars, and even opportunities to earn academic course credit, there are many opportunities to develop your leadership skills!

Beneficence Leadership Conference

Join us Saturday, January 25, 2025 for the 5th annual Beneficence Leadership Conference. This FREE experience is open to all students, staff and faculty to attend, and will include a keynote speaker, free meals throughout the day, and a day of learning through presentations. Registration opens December 16th and will remain open until January 17th. Learn more.

Dr. Kay Bales Excellence in Leadership

The Dr. Kay Bales Excellence in Leadership (EIL) program helps students to develop their leadership skills and define their leadership identity.  The weekly workshops offer focused, development skill building while allowing students to engage and learn with their peers. Students that attend all monthly workshops receive a certificate of completion. Learn more.

Speaker Series

Each year, the Dr. Kay Bales Excellence in Leadership Speaker Series brings nationally recognized speakers to campus. These events are free and open to the public. Learn more.

Leadership Studies Minor 

Offered in partnership with the Department of Educational Leadership in the Teachers College, this 15-credit minor will equip with skills needed to lead any type of organization. Learn more.

Serving the community is a great way to meet new friends, make community connections, and have some fun! Whether you are tutoring children, visiting the elderly in long-term care facilities, or donating your time at local food banks or soup kitchens, you will gain practical work-related skills that will benefit you in the future.

Student Voluntary Services

Looking to volunteer for one of the organizations in the Muncie area? Student Voluntary Services can help connect you! Learn more.

Volunteer for an Agency

View our database of volunteer opportunities in our area or search our list of Muncie organizations by their fields. Learn more.

Service Learning

Faculty members can work with Student Voluntary Services to incorporate community service into their curriculums. Learn more.

Alternative Breaks

Spend Spring Break or Fall Break traveling to another community with fellow students. You’ll spend your time off helping a nonprofit agency through volunteer projects. Learn more

Cardinal Kitchen

Cardinal Kitchen is a food pantry on Ball State’s campus. Open the last three Tuesday’s of every month, the pantry is located in the lower level of the Student Center, L-27. Learn more.