http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Awards News RSS en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:13:35 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship Ball State University’s Speech Team has won the 2026 National Speech Championship, earning both the tournament’s 1st Place Team Award and Top Non-Scholarship Team Award. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:40:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-university-foundation-unveils-2026-top-100-student-awards-recipients https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-university-foundation-unveils-2026-top-100-student-awards-recipients The Ball State University Foundation today revealed the recipients of the University’s annual “Top 100 Student Awards,” now in its fifth year of recognizing outstanding undergraduate student achievement. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:24:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-online-earns-six-top-25-rankings-in-us-news-2026-best-online-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-online-earns-six-top-25-rankings-in-us-news-2026-best-online-programs Ball State University has again been recognized among the nation’s best for online education, with six programs ranked in the top 25 of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Online Programs” listings Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:20:13 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-recognized-with-2026-carnegie-elective-classification-for-community-engagement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-recognized-with-2026-carnegie-elective-classification-for-community-engagement Ball State University has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national designation that recognizes colleges and universities with a deep, institution-wide commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships with their communities. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:51:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-professor-liu-li-honored-with-statewide-lifetime-career-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-professor-liu-li-honored-with-statewide-lifetime-career-award Dr. Liu Li, associate professor of Chinese in Ball State University’s Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 William Hatfield Distinguished Lifetime World Language Career Award from the Indiana Foreign Language Teachers Association (IFLTA). Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:33:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/alley-house-earns-prestigious-phius-certified-project-design-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/alley-house-earns-prestigious-phius-certified-project-design-award Ball State University’s Alley House has received another national honor: the Phius Certified Project Design Award in the biannual Phius Certified Project Design Competition. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:25:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-student-emilie-allen-named-2025-26-newman-civic-fellow https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-student-emilie-allen-named-2025-26-newman-civic-fellow Ball State University Honors College student Emilie Allen, a Whitinger Scholar, has been named a 2025-26 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a national coalition of colleges and universities dedicated to advancing the public purposes of higher education. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:23:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-university-recognized-with-regional-emmy-awards-for-faculty-staff-and-student-work https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-university-recognized-with-regional-emmy-awards-for-faculty-staff-and-student-work Ball State University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) earned recognition at the 2025 NATAS Central Great Lakes Regional Emmy® Awards, with faculty, staff, and students receiving awards and nominations across several categories for professional and student-produced work. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 21:17:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism-and-programming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism-and-programming Ball State Public Media has earned three national awards from the Public Media Journalists Association (PMJA) in recognition of its work in local journalism and community programming. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:27:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-university-architecture-students-earn-recognition-in-international-competition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-university-architecture-students-earn-recognition-in-international-competition A team of 10 fourth-year architecture students from Ball State University's R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) received an honorable mention award in the U.S. Department of Energy BuildingsNEXT™ Student Design Competition (formerly Solar Decathlon™). Fri, 23 May 2025 19:29:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships Students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance recently received notable recognition in the national round of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) competition. Wed, 21 May 2025 13:41:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-earns-top-national-honors-across-media-and-communication-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-earns-top-national-honors-across-media-and-communication-programs Ball State University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) continues to distinguish itself as a national leader in student media. Mon, 12 May 2025 21:34:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-among-nations-most-impactful-universities-with-dual-carnegie-recognition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-among-nations-most-impactful-universities-with-dual-carnegie-recognition Ball State University is one of just 27 colleges and universities nationwide—and the only institution in Indiana—to receive both Research 2 (R2) and Opportunity College & University (OCU) designations in the newly released 2025 Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education. Thu, 08 May 2025 15:02:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-named-opportunity-college-and-university-by-carnegie-classification https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-named-opportunity-college-and-university-by-carnegie-classification Ball State University has been named an “Opportunity College and University” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, recognizing the University as a national model for advancing student success and long-term economic outcomes Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:30:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-nafme-chapter-named-collegiate-chapter-of-the-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-nafme-chapter-named-collegiate-chapter-of-the-year The Ball State University chapter of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) was recently named the 2023–2024 Collegiate Chapter of the Year by the Indiana Music Education Association (IMEA). Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:31:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-foundation-recognizes-top-10-students-from-2024-25-top-100-student-awards-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-foundation-recognizes-top-10-students-from-2024-25-top-100-student-awards-program The Ball State University Foundation recently revealed the University’s Top 10 students from its 2024-25 “Top 100 Student Awards” program, including the selection of Emma Lear and Kali St. Julien as this year’s Top 2 students. Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:40:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/ball-state-university-foundation-unveils-2025-top-100-student-awards-recipients https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/ball-state-university-foundation-unveils-2025-top-100-student-awards-recipients The Ball State University Foundation today revealed the recipients of the University’s newest “Top 100 Student Awards.” This annual awards program honors 100 exceptional junior and senior undergraduates who embody the spirit of Beneficence—Ball State’s iconic statue representing the generosity of the five Ball brothers, whose land donation helped establish the University. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:42:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/three-ball-state-leaders-honored-by-governor-with-sagamore-of-the-wabash-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/three-ball-state-leaders-honored-by-governor-with-sagamore-of-the-wabash-awards Three prominent leaders from Ball State University—Rick Hall, chair of the Board of Trustees; Mike McDaniel, board secretary; and President Geoffrey S. Mearns—this week were awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash, one of Indiana’s highest civilian honors, by Gov. Eric J. Holcomb. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 17:57:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-earns-excellence-in-diversity-national-award-for-ninth-straight-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-earns-excellence-in-diversity-national-award-for-ninth-straight-year For the ninth consecutive year, Ball State University has received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity magazine and website in higher education. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:56:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/09/ball-state-professor-emeritus-receives-fulbright-us-scholar-award-to-teach-in-slovenia https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/09/ball-state-professor-emeritus-receives-fulbright-us-scholar-award-to-teach-in-slovenia Dr. Dom Caristi, professor emeritus of media at Ball State University, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award in Media and Journalism to teach in Slovenia during the 2024-25 academic year. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:36:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/record-number-of-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/record-number-of-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards In a record-setting year, six recent Ball State University graduates—Julia Canty, Jayana Fennell, Cady Garcia, Denver Hammons, Katelyn Redman, and Haley Stevens—have been selected for prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Awards. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:20:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/jeff-spanke-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-roving-scholar-of-american-studies-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/jeff-spanke-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-roving-scholar-of-american-studies-fellowship Dr. Jeff Spanke, associate professor of English and director of the English education program at Ball State University, was selected as one of four recipients nationwide for the esteemed Fulbright Roving Scholar of American Studies Fellowship. Tue, 14 May 2024 14:40:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-student-media-high-rankings-broadcast-education-association-2024 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-student-media-high-rankings-broadcast-education-association-2024 The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) recently released its rankings for institutional excellence in media—and Ball State University placed in the top 10 for creative achievement in student broadcast and media programs for the third consecutive year. Tue, 14 May 2024 14:04:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-student-alums-selected-for-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-student-alums-selected-for-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program Jillian Cieslik, a senior at Ball State University, and two recent graduates—Isabelle Behrman and Kelsey Woodruff—have been selected for the coveted National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP). Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:02:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-student-taylor-bias-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-student-taylor-bias-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship Taylor Bias, a junior at Ball State University, has been awarded a Barry Goldwater Scholarship, one of America’s most prestigious scholarships for undergraduates who intend to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) research. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:04:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-third-annual-top-100-students-awards-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-third-annual-top-100-students-awards-program The Ball State University Foundation has revealed the University’s Top 10 students from its third annual “Top 100 Students Awards” program. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:56:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-university-foundation-announces-third-annual-top-100-student-awards-list https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-university-foundation-announces-third-annual-top-100-student-awards-list The Ball State University Foundation today announced the recipients of the University’s third-annual “Top 100 Student Awards.” Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:57:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-several-prestigious-awards-in-journalism https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-several-prestigious-awards-in-journalism Ball State University’s student media organizations recently were recognized with several prestigious national journalism awards, as announced at the Fall National College Media Convention in Atlanta. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:15:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/collaboration-between-ball-state-western-kentucky-student-public-media-results-in-pacemaker-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/collaboration-between-ball-state-western-kentucky-student-public-media-results-in-pacemaker-award In a groundbreaking project for collegiate journalism, Ball Bearings Magazine, the Ball State Daily News, and the Western Kentucky College Heights Herald, in collaboration with Ball State PBS and Western Kentucky PBS, were named joint winners of the Associated Collegiate Press’ Innovation Pacemaker Award for the cross-platform multimedia project, “Fleeing to Flyover Country.” Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:12:03 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-earns-national-award-for-diversity-and-inclusion-efforts-for-eighth-straight-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-earns-national-award-for-diversity-and-inclusion-efforts-for-eighth-straight-year For the eighth consecutive year, Ball State University has received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity magazine and website in higher education. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:45:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award Dr. Caitlyn Placek, associate professor in Ball State University’s Department of Anthropology, is spending six months abroad as a recipient of the Fulbright Global Scholar Award—part of the Fulbright Scholar Program. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:57:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-earns-national-design-award-for-eco-friendly-alley-house-duplex https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-earns-national-design-award-for-eco-friendly-alley-house-duplex Alley House, located at 201 N. Temple Ave., has been selected to receive a SARA (Society of American Registered Architects) National Design Award, a prestigious recognition of talent, dedication, and innovation in the field of architecture. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:54:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-wins-national-public-media-award-for-its-inaugural-happy-little-fest https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-wins-national-public-media-award-for-its-inaugural-happy-little-fest “Happy Little Fest”/Ball State PBS was named the winner of the “Special Events” award within the Marketing and Communications category at this year’s National Educational Telecommunications Association’s (NETA) 55th Public Media Awards. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:46:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/esc-award-release https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/esc-award-release Ball State University, located in Muncie, Indiana, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Ryan, Moser, Reilly Award for Excellence in Community Engagement Institutional Leadership by the Engaged Scholarship Consortium (ESC) Awards Committee. This recognition celebrates the university's outstanding contributions to community engaged scholarship and its commitment to making a positive impact. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 11:28:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-university-earns-national-program-of-the-year-honors-at-esportsu-collegiate-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-university-earns-national-program-of-the-year-honors-at-esportsu-collegiate-awards Ball State University claimed Program of the Year honors at the inaugural EsportsU Collegiate Awards, a new national recognition program held May 6-7 at Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Mon, 22 May 2023 13:21:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-students-earn-several-awards-at-from-society-of-professional-journalists-and-cmbam https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-students-earn-several-awards-at-from-society-of-professional-journalists-and-cmbam Several Ball State University students from the University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media won awards in the Best of Indiana Journalism competition held by the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), as well as the recent 2023 College Media Business & Advertising Managers (CMBAM) annual contest. Thu, 04 May 2023 15:16:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-earns-top-prize-in-international-competition-for-student-design-and-construction-work https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-earns-top-prize-in-international-competition-for-student-design-and-construction-work Ball State University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) students—with faculty leads, design advisors, and interdisciplinary consultants—earned the grand prize in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon® 2023 Build Challenge. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:54:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-student-media-once-again-earns-recognition-from-broadcast-education-association https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-student-media-once-again-earns-recognition-from-broadcast-education-association The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) recently released its rankings for institutional excellence in media, and Ball State University received high marks for creative achievement in student broadcast and media programs for the second straight year. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:28:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-student-media-once-again-ranked-among-best-in-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-student-media-once-again-ranked-among-best-in-nation Ball State University’s student media organizations have once again been recognized among the best in the nation. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 01:51:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-second-annual-top-100-students-awards-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-second-annual-top-100-students-awards-program The Ball State University Foundation has revealed the University’s Top 10 students from its second annual “Top 100 Student Awards” program. This annual award recognizes 100 outstanding junior and senior undergraduates who represent the spirit of Beneficence, Ball State’s institutional statue and icon that symbolizes the generosity of the five Ball brothers whose land donation to the State of Indiana allowed the University to flourish. Sat, 25 Mar 2023 18:06:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/guardian-scholars-student-support-program-awarded-hometown-heroes-grant-from-wlbc https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/guardian-scholars-student-support-program-awarded-hometown-heroes-grant-from-wlbc Guardian Scholars, a support service for Ball State University students who have experienced foster care, has been awarded a “Hometown Heroes” grant from Woof Boom Radio and WLBC in Muncie. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:54:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/dom-caristi-named-2023-bea-distinguished-education-service-award-winner https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/dom-caristi-named-2023-bea-distinguished-education-service-award-winner Dr. Dom Caristi, Professor Emeritus of Media at Ball State University, has been named the winner of the 2023 Distinguished Education Service Award (DESA) from the Broadcast Education Association (BEA). Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:02:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-university-ranked-by-forbes-among-best-midsize-employers-in-america https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-university-ranked-by-forbes-among-best-midsize-employers-in-america Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. The popular business magazine recently released its 2023 “America’s Best Midsize Employers” list, a ranking of 500 companies and institutions with 1,000 to 5,000 U.S.-based employees. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 14:56:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-foundation-reveals-second-annual-top-100-student-awards-list https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-foundation-reveals-second-annual-top-100-student-awards-list After a successful inaugural year, the Ball State University Foundation today revealed the recipients of the University’s newest “Top 100 Student Awards.” This annual award recognizes 100 outstanding junior and senior undergraduates who represent the spirit of Beneficence, Ball State’s institutional statue and icon that symbolizes the generosity of the five Ball brothers whose land donation to the State of Indiana allowed the University to flourish. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:28:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival Several students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance earned recognition at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre’s regional festival, held Jan. 11-15 in Flint, Mich. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:15:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-holds-inaugural-molinaro-faculty-fellow-dedication https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-holds-inaugural-molinaro-faculty-fellow-dedication Three faculty members of Ball State University’s Miller College of Business were selected as inaugural inductees of the Father Kenneth M. Molinaro, CSC Faculty Fellowship Program in a recent ceremony held in the Molinaro Hall of Fame Room of the Whitinger Business Building. Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:36:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-national-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-national-awards Ball State University’s student media recently earned numerous journalism and communications accolades and awards, including more than three dozen awards combined for Ball Bearings magazine, The Ball State Daily News, and the McKinley Avenue Agency—an on-campus student-run communications, media, and advertising agency. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:50:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-architecture-and-planning-students-faculty-earn-national-recognition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-architecture-and-planning-students-faculty-earn-national-recognition Ball State University is celebrating recent national recognition and awards stemming from the work of the students, faculty, and staff of the University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (CAP). Fri, 14 Oct 2022 13:31:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/2022-ball-state-university-journalism-hall-of-fame-inductees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/2022-ball-state-university-journalism-hall-of-fame-inductees Ball State University’s School of Journalism and Strategic Communication inducted into its Journalism Hall of Fame Don Yaeger—an author, journalist, executive coach, and internationally recognized keynote speaker; and Leisa Richardson—executive editor of the State Journal-Register in Springfield, Illinois. Ms. Richardson is the first African American woman inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame. Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:51:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/board-of-trustees-approves-transfer-of-12-acres-of-land-to-city-of-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/board-of-trustees-approves-transfer-of-12-acres-of-land-to-city-of-muncie The Ball State University Board of Trustees approved the transfer of 12.36 acres of land to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission (MRC) during its regularly scheduled meeting on Friday. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:31:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-earns-diversity-award-for-seventh-straight-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-earns-diversity-award-for-seventh-straight-year For the seventh consecutive year, Ball State University has received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity magazine and website in higher education. Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:06:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ccim-nationally-recognized-for-esports-and-sports-broadcasting-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ccim-nationally-recognized-for-esports-and-sports-broadcasting-programs Ball State University's College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) is celebrating recent national recognition for two of its standout programs: esports and sports broadcasting. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 17:15:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-university-professors-selected-for-leap-indiana-2022-faculty-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-university-professors-selected-for-leap-indiana-2022-faculty-awards Seven faculty members at Ball State University have been selected as honorees for this year’s Liberal Education and America’s Promise (LEAP) Indiana Faculty Awards. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 14:01:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-graduate-and-pioneering-black-educator-receives-presidents-medal-of-distinction https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-graduate-and-pioneering-black-educator-receives-presidents-medal-of-distinction A Ball State University graduate who became a pioneering Black educator and champion of civil rights in Indiana has received one of the University’s highest honors. Annie Burns-Hicks received the President’s Medal of Distinction from Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns in recognition of her historic legal battle to become the first Black school teacher in Hammond, Indiana. Fri, 19 Aug 2022 17:11:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-ceats-program-wins-national-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-ceats-program-wins-national-award Two Ball State University programs dedicated to lasting election integrity have received national awards honoring best practices in election administration and training from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC). Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-melanie-swihart-receives-emerging-leader-award-from-indiana-campus-compact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-melanie-swihart-receives-emerging-leader-award-from-indiana-campus-compact Melanie Swihart, assistant teaching professor of Dance at Ball State University, has been selected by Indiana Campus Compact (ICC) as a 2022 recipient of its Emerging Leader in Community Engagement award. The ICC Emerging Leader in Community Engagement award recognizes faculty that demonstrate leadership and innovation in advancing and shaping community engagement across the field and throughout their institution. Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:02:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-recognized-by-broadcast-education-association https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-recognized-by-broadcast-education-association Ball State University recently received high marks in the Broadcast Education Association’s (BEA) inaugural School Rankings—Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media program. Ball State’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) placed seventh nationally out of 101 ranked institutions in “2022 Top Winning Overall Programs.” Ball State also placed second in the nation in “Top Winning Sports Programs,” seventh in “2022 Top Winning Documentary Programs,” and 27th in “Top Winning Film & Video Programs.” Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:21:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-top-100-students-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-top-100-students-awards The Ball State University Foundation has revealed the University’s Top 10 students from its inaugural “Top 100 Students Awards” program. Sat, 02 Apr 2022 16:56:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-speech-team-wins-2022-state-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-speech-team-wins-2022-state-championship Ball State University’s Speech Team recently won its 12th consecutive state championship, claiming the title at the 2022 Indiana Forensic Association (IFA) State Tournament. Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:51:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/guardian-scholars-program-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/guardian-scholars-program-award Ball State University’s Guardian Scholars Program has won a 2021 Aging Out Institute (AOI) Award, which celebrates the effective strategies of organizations that work with youth who age out of foster care. Wed, 08 Dec 2021 15:23:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/11/ball-state-a-top-school-for-entrepreneurship-studies-by-the-princeton-review https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/11/ball-state-a-top-school-for-entrepreneurship-studies-by-the-princeton-review Ball State University offers one of the best courses of study for students aspiring to become entrepreneurs, according to The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine. The Princeton Review, the education services company known for its annual college and graduate school rankings, once again selected Ball State for its list, “Top 50 Undergraduate Schools for Entrepreneurship Studies for 2022.” Tue, 23 Nov 2021 13:04:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-students-earn-national-award-for-historic-site-documentation-project https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-students-earn-national-award-for-historic-site-documentation-project Seven Ball State University Historic Preservation graduate students completed a team project that was awarded second place in the national 2021 Charles E. Peterson Prize Competition. For this project, the students documented the Canal Pump House at Oldfields—an historic site in Indianapolis. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 18:06:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/beth-goetz-named-to-ibj-women-of-influence-list https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/beth-goetz-named-to-ibj-women-of-influence-list Ball State University Director of Athletics Beth Goetz today was recognized by Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) as one of the publication’s 2021 “Women of Influence.” Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:15:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/hoosier-stem-grant-funding https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/hoosier-stem-grant-funding The Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) announced this week that it has awarded STEM Teacher Grant funding to support the Hoosier STEM Academy program, a partnership among Ball State University, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis and Purdue University. Tue, 28 Sep 2021 13:37:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/the-washington-posts-hannah-dreier-named-national-writing-award-recipient https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/the-washington-posts-hannah-dreier-named-national-writing-award-recipient The Department of Journalism is pleased to announce that The Washington Post reporter Hannah Dreier is the recipient of the 2021 Ball State University Department of Journalism National Writing Award. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:11:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/chris-adams-named-recipient-of-prestigious-2021-bob-james-memorial-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/chris-adams-named-recipient-of-prestigious-2021-bob-james-memorial-award Chris Adams, Ball State University graduate and member of the Ball State men’s tennis team, announced as the recipient of 2021 Bob James Memorial Award. Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:39:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/ball-state-graduate-jen-gilbert-earns-bronze-medal-at-tokyo-2020-olympics https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/ball-state-graduate-jen-gilbert-earns-bronze-medal-at-tokyo-2020-olympics A Ball State University graduate and notable former student-athlete has helped make history for her home country at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Thu, 29 Jul 2021 19:26:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/susan-mcdowell-named-to-aplu-council-on-research https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/susan-mcdowell-named-to-aplu-council-on-research Dr. Susan McDowell, Vice Provost for Research at Ball State University, has been named an Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ (APLU) Council on Research Leader Fellow. Mon, 19 Jul 2021 13:15:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/one-ball-state-day-earns-two-2020-case-circle-of-excellence-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/one-ball-state-day-earns-two-2020-case-circle-of-excellence-awards One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s 24-hour online fundraising event, was recently recognized once again for its positive impact made in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:44:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-graduate-rebecca-slezak-earns-second-place https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-graduate-rebecca-slezak-earns-second-place A recent Ball State University graduate has been recognized by one of the nation’s top collegiate journalism awards programs. Thu, 17 Jun 2021 13:32:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/05/ball-state-professor-lindsey-blom-earns-macs-2021-outstanding-faculty-award-for-student-success https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/05/ball-state-professor-lindsey-blom-earns-macs-2021-outstanding-faculty-award-for-student-success Dr. Lindsey Blom, a professor of Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ball State University, has earned a high honor from the Mid-American Conference (MAC) for her dedication to student fulfillment. Fri, 14 May 2021 19:08:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/cyrus-green-becomes-ball-states--first-ever-boren-fellowship-recipient https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/cyrus-green-becomes-ball-states--first-ever-boren-fellowship-recipient Cyrus Green, a graduate student at Ball State University has been awarded a David L. Boren Fellowship to fund seven months of language and cultural study. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 18:00:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/burris-laboratory-school-recognized-as-one-of-states-best-high-schools https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/burris-laboratory-school-recognized-as-one-of-states-best-high-schools U.S. News & World Report recognized Burris Laboratory School as the ninth-best high school in the state of Indiana in its annual Best High Schools Ranking Tue, 27 Apr 2021 19:17:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-state-student-blake-chapman-receives-2021-al-rent-honorary-ball-state-pbs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-state-student-blake-chapman-receives-2021-al-rent-honorary-ball-state-pbs Ball State University student Blake Chapman is the 2021 recipient of the Al Rent Honorary Ball State PBS/IPR Public Media Student Award. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 13:35:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-states-dr-adam-kuban-earns-prestigious-brian-douglas-hiltunen-faculty-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-states-dr-adam-kuban-earns-prestigious-brian-douglas-hiltunen-faculty-award Ball State University journalism professor Dr. Adam Kuban is the 2021 Brian Douglas Hiltunen Faculty Award winner, awarded by Indiana Campus Compact, for his outstanding contribution to the scholarship of engagement. Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:46:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-universitys-graduate-education-programs-once-again-rank-among-best-in-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-universitys-graduate-education-programs-once-again-rank-among-best-in-nation New rankings once again reflect Ball State University’s excellence in its graduate degree programs in teaching and education. Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:34:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/dr-winnie-mucherah-awarded-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/dr-winnie-mucherah-awarded-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship Dr. Winnie Mucherah has once again earned a fellowship through the Institute of International Education (IIE) and its Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program. Fri, 26 Feb 2021 02:32:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/ball-state-online-earns-military-friendly-designation-again https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/ball-state-online-earns-military-friendly-designation-again For the 13th year in a row, Ball State Online has again earned the Military Friendly designation from Viqtory. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:42:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-graduate-education-programs-once-again-earn-national-recognition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-graduate-education-programs-once-again-earn-national-recognition With one of the widest arrays of online graduate education programs in the country, Ball State University’s Teachers College is once again earning national recognition. Wed, 27 Jan 2021 20:27:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-masters-in-nursing https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-masters-in-nursing Ball State University’s online Master’s in Nursing program ranks among the top 10 percent in the nation. Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:45:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-mba-program-earns-top-20-national-ranking https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/ball-state-universitys-online-mba-program-earns-top-20-national-ranking Ball State’s online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program tied for 17th overall in this year’s U.S. News & World Report “Best Online Programs” list. Wed, 27 Jan 2021 19:01:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/center-for-information-and-communication-sciences-program-makes-waves-with-national-online-ranking https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/center-for-information-and-communication-sciences-program-makes-waves-with-national-online-ranking A focus on leadership, technology, and applicable business skills has led to Ball State University’s Center for Information and Communication Sciences (CICS) program earning national recognition Thu, 28 Jan 2021 15:36:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/hspa-executive-honored-by-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/hspa-executive-honored-by-ball-state The Department of Journalism recently honored Steve Key, executive director and general counsel at Hoosier State Press Association (HSPA), with the 2020 Indiana Journalism Award. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 13:19:27 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/ball-state-earns-top-10-national-ranking-as-a-wheelchair-friendly-college https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/ball-state-earns-top-10-national-ranking-as-a-wheelchair-friendly-college A leading accessibility publication has named Ball State University one of the top 10 “wheelchair friendly colleges” in the nation. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:34:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/entrepreneurship-program-continues-to-be-among-nations-best https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/entrepreneurship-program-continues-to-be-among-nations-best The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur ranks entrepreneurship program among the nation’s best. Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:10:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-music-professor-to-teach-in-portugal-on-fulbright-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-music-professor-to-teach-in-portugal-on-fulbright-award Dr. Elizabeth Crawford, a Ball State professor of music performance and clarinetist, will travel to Portugal in Spring 2021 on a prestigious Fulbright Core Award for study and research. Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:15:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/2020-fulbright-winners-named https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/2020-fulbright-winners-named Three Ball State University students will study abroad during the 2020-21 academic year as recipients of Fulbright Scholarships. Tue, 21 Apr 2020 21:14:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/2/ball-state-students-continue-winning-streak-at-regional-theater-festival https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/2/ball-state-students-continue-winning-streak-at-regional-theater-festival For the 15th consecutive year, Ball State students win regional awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, constituting the longest streak in the festival’s history. Up to three winners will go on to national competitions. Tue, 05 Feb 2019 20:00:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/wipbtv-receives-grant-to-support-early-science-and-literacy-learning https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/wipbtv-receives-grant-to-support-early-science-and-literacy-learning The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and PBS today announced that WIPB-TV has been awarded $175,000 to work with community partners to provide science and literacy resources for young learners in underserved areas. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 13:07:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/entrepreneurship-improves-ranking https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/entrepreneurship-improves-ranking Ball State’s entrepreneurship program is the 12th best among undergraduate offerings in the nation. Wed, 14 Nov 2018 20:36:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/students-earn-prestigious-scholarships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/students-earn-prestigious-scholarships Ball State undergraduates Maddie Clark and Kaitlin Gavenda are winners of the prestigious Udall Scholarship, a $7,000 award that celebrates student leadership, public service and commitment to issues related to the environment or to Native American nations. Wed, 14 Nov 2018 20:37:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/10/miller-college-honors-top-alumni https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/10/miller-college-honors-top-alumni Banking executive Tom Bryan was among seven outstanding alumni recently honored by Ball State University’s Miller College of Business. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 19:27:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/national-weather-service-says-ball-state-is-stormready https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/national-weather-service-says-ball-state-is-stormready National Weather Service awards University StormReady designation. Thu, 30 Aug 2018 12:44:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/11/ball-states-entrepreneurship-program-ranks-in-nations-top-20 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/11/ball-states-entrepreneurship-program-ranks-in-nations-top-20 Ball State University offers one of the best undergraduate entrepreneurship programs for students aspiring to launch their own businesses, according to an analysis by The Princeton Review. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 22:34:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/9/ball-state-receives-national-award-for-diversity-inclusion https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/9/ball-state-receives-national-award-for-diversity-inclusion The university earned the 2016 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award from “Insight Into Diversity” magazine for the campus’ commitment to diversity and inclusion. Fri, 17 Jan 2020 21:12:03 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/1/special-education-major-wins-national-award-for-track-record-of-helping-others https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/1/special-education-major-wins-national-award-for-track-record-of-helping-others Why did he receive the honor? He student teaches in the Navajo Nation. He volunteers. He’s president of a student organization. And that only scrapes the surface of his commitment. Fri, 29 Jan 2016 19:50:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/7/mobile-apps-win-national-honors https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/7/mobile-apps-win-national-honors Two of Ball State’s mobile apps were recently honored for their innovative designs. Achievements rewards Pell Grant recipients for using programs and services to keep them on track to earning a bachelor’s degree in four years. Users of The Traveler can chronicle their experiences as they visit other locales. Mon, 06 Jan 2020 21:03:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/5/architecture-major-wins-udall-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/5/architecture-major-wins-udall-scholarship Denise Blankenberger, who just completed her junior year in the Honors College and is studying architecture in the College of Architecture and Planning, has been named a 2015 Udall Scholar. Tue, 27 Jun 2017 19:22:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/4/speech-team-members-end-college-careers-as-national-champions https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/4/speech-team-members-end-college-careers-as-national-champions Two Ball State speech team members recently picked up individual national championship titles. Thu, 30 Apr 2015 12:54:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/10/college-choice-names-ball-states-online-program-the-one-of-the-best-in-country https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/10/college-choice-names-ball-states-online-program-the-one-of-the-best-in-country College Choice names Ball State’s online education program one of the top 50 in the nation. Fri, 10 Oct 2014 18:57:16 +0000