http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Foundation News RSS en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:10:28 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 One Ball State Day (OBSD), Ball State University’s annual day of giving and celebration of Cardinal spirit, returns Wednesday, April 1. The 24-hour event brings together alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and students to strengthen the University through gifts, advocacy, and engagement. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:50:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved the scope, budget, and site plan for Village Green—Site 4 of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:56:50 +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/2025/09/rev-the-red-for-ball-state-university-homecoming-oct-13-18 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/rev-the-red-for-ball-state-university-homecoming-oct-13-18 Ball State University will celebrate its 99th Homecoming Oct. 13–18, as Cardinals everywhere are invited back to campus to take part in a week of pride, tradition, and community spirit. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:10:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-t-owsley-passes-away-at-96 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-t-owsley-passes-away-at-96 Art historian and philanthropist David T. Owsley, HHD ‘05—heir to the Ball-Mason canning jar company and a longtime supporter of Ball State University and the Dallas Museum of Art—died in New York City on Aug. 23, 2025, at age 96. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:00:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-to-host-community-update-on-village-revitalization-june-4 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-to-host-community-update-on-village-revitalization-june-4 Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns invites members of the campus and greater Muncie community to attend a public update on the University’s revitalization efforts in The Village. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 14:32:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-dave-heeter-to-mcs-board-approves-baseball-softball-clubhouse-projects https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-dave-heeter-to-mcs-board-approves-baseball-softball-clubhouse-projects On Friday, the Ball State University Board of Trustees reappointed Dave Heeter, ’83, to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. The Board also approved the budget and scope for an $8.8 million project to construct new clubhouses for Ball State’s baseball and softball teams. Fri, 02 May 2025 18:33:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-announces-spring-2025-commencement-speaker https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-announces-spring-2025-commencement-speaker Kayla Davion, a 2017 Ball State University graduate best known for her work on the Broadway stage, will address Ball State’s Class of 2025 at the University’s Spring Commencement ceremony. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:12:32 +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/2025/03/ball-state-university-women-of-beneficence-philanthropic-group-awards-three-grants-for-2025 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-university-women-of-beneficence-philanthropic-group-awards-three-grants-for-2025 Ball State University’s Women of Beneficence, recognized as the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)-Indiana Chapter’s 2023 Philanthropy Group of the Year, has awarded its annual round of grants to faculty and staff members. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:21:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-2-celebrating-seven-years-of-collective-impact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-2-celebrating-seven-years-of-collective-impact One Ball State Day (OBSD), the University’s annual day of giving and celebration of Cardinal spirit, returns for its seventh year on Tuesday, April 2. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:37:36 +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/2024/12/ball-state-names-multicultural-center-in-honor-of-vivian-conley-and-hurley-goodall https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/ball-state-names-multicultural-center-in-honor-of-vivian-conley-and-hurley-goodall Ball State University’s Board of Trustees on Friday approved the naming of the University’s Multicultural Center the Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center, in honor of two local civil rights icons. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:13:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-hosting-special-screening-of-garfield-the-movie-with-creator-jim-davis https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-hosting-special-screening-of-garfield-the-movie-with-creator-jim-davis Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts will welcome back alumnus Jim Davis, ’67 LittD ’91, creator of the iconic comic strip Garfield, for a special screening of Garfield: The Movie. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:05:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-break-ground-on-new-performing-arts-center-and-cantio-hotel https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-break-ground-on-new-performing-arts-center-and-cantio-hotel Ball State University will celebrate a milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Performing Arts Center and The Cantio Hotel at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:11:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-board-of-trustees-receive-update-on-enrollment-growth https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-board-of-trustees-receive-update-on-enrollment-growth The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday received updates on several key institutional achievements, including promising Fall 2024 enrollment trends, the University’s continued partnership with Muncie Community Schools (MCS), and progress on Ball State’s new Center for Innovation and Eric Foss Championship Performance Center. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:55:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/ball-state-university-achieves-record-breaking-fundraising-success https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/ball-state-university-achieves-record-breaking-fundraising-success Ball State University achieved a fundraising milestone, securing more than $79 million in new gifts and commitments during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:14:45 +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/ball-state-university-class-of-2024-encouraged-to-lead-with-identity-purpose-at-spring-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-university-class-of-2024-encouraged-to-lead-with-identity-purpose-at-spring-commencement Ball State University on Saturday celebrated its Class of 2024 with a traditional Spring Commencement ceremony held on the Old Quad. The University conferred approximately 3,000 doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate degrees for its Spring 2024 graduates in its 198th Commencement ceremony. Sat, 04 May 2024 17:48:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-mark-ervin-to-mcs-board-and-approves-namings-for-new-facilities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-mark-ervin-to-mcs-board-and-approves-namings-for-new-facilities The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday reappointed Mark Ervin to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. Also at Friday’s meeting, the Board approved the budget, scope, and naming of the University’s new Eric Foss Championship Performance Center, and the naming of the Rhonda Newport Kaspar Stage and Timothy M. Andrews Monumental Stair within the new Performing Arts Center. Fri, 03 May 2024 18:24:45 +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/stedman-graham-to-address-ball-state-university-graduates-at-2024-spring-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/stedman-graham-to-address-ball-state-university-graduates-at-2024-spring-commencement Ball State University next month will confer approximately 3,000 doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate degrees at its 2024 Spring Commencement ceremony. Stedman Graham, a New York Times bestselling author, educator, business advisor, and 1989 Ball State University graduate, will deliver the address to Ball State’s Class of 2024 at the main ceremony. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:02:20 +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/2024/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-3 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-3 One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s award-winning 24-hour fundraising event, returns Wednesday, April 3, with the goal of topping $1 million for a third straight year. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:13:49 +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/2024/01/ball-state-university-hosting-two-community-presentations-about-village-revitalization-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-hosting-two-community-presentations-about-village-revitalization-plan Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns invites campus and local community members to two presentations about the University’s plan to revitalize The Village, the business district located immediately adjacent to campus. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:06:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-board-of-trustees-approve-village-revitalization-plan-agreements https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-board-of-trustees-approve-village-revitalization-plan-agreements The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved five important contracts to advance the implementation of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:35:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-honors-more-than-1200-graduates-in-fall-2023-commencement-ceremony https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-honors-more-than-1200-graduates-in-fall-2023-commencement-ceremony Ball State University conferred more than 1,200 doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate degrees in its Fall 2023 Commencement ceremony on Saturday. Sat, 16 Dec 2023 18:33:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-to-advance-village-revitalization-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-to-advance-village-revitalization-plan Ball State University has received a grant of $35 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its initiative, College and Community Collaboration (CCC). The grant will support the University’s ambitious, long-term plan to revitalize The Village, the commercial district adjacent to Ball State’s campus. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:08:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-inc-to-support-science-of-reading https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-inc-to-support-science-of-reading Ball State University has received a $1.5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to further integrate Science of Reading-aligned principles into the University’s teacher preparation programs. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 21:01:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-launches-our-call-to-beneficence-capital-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-launches-our-call-to-beneficence-capital-campaign On Friday evening, Ball State University publicly launched “Our Call to Beneficence,” the most ambitious comprehensive fundraising campaign in the University’s history. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:09:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/benny-is-calling-alumni-back-to-ball-state-university-for-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/benny-is-calling-alumni-back-to-ball-state-university-for-homecoming Ball State University’s 97th Homecoming celebration kicks off this year on Oct. 16, as Cardinals across the globe are invited back to campus to show pride in their alma mater. The week-long celebration culminates Oct. 21 with the Cardinals’ home football contest against Central Michigan. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:01:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-board-of-trustees-review-design-plans-for-new-performing-arts-center https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-board-of-trustees-review-design-plans-for-new-performing-arts-center The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday, in its first meeting of the 2023-24 academic year, reviewed a comprehensive design for the University’s new Performing Arts Center. Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:26:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-university-to-host-grand-opening-concert-for-brown-family-amphitheater https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-university-to-host-grand-opening-concert-for-brown-family-amphitheater Ball State University will hold a grand opening on Sept. 19 for the Brown Family Amphitheater—a new outdoor performance and gathering space on campus that the entire community can enjoy. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:22:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-board-of-trustees-reappoints-jim-lowe-to-muncie-community-schools-board https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-board-of-trustees-reappoints-jim-lowe-to-muncie-community-schools-board The Ball State University Board of Trustees, in its final meeting of the 2022-23 academic year, on Friday reappointed Jim Lowe to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. Fri, 05 May 2023 17:42:58 +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/one-ball-state-day-returns-for-2023-on-april-5 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-for-2023-on-april-5 One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s award-winning 24-hour fundraising event, returns for its fifth year Wednesday, April 5, with the goal of topping last year’s record-setting effort of $1 million. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:38:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ethan-whitehead-guest-lecture-in-sustainability-series-announces-inaugural-event https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ethan-whitehead-guest-lecture-in-sustainability-series-announces-inaugural-event The inaugural event of the Ethan Whitehead Guest Lecture in Sustainability series is scheduled for March 20 at Ball State University. The guest lecturer is Dr. Billy Fleming, the Wilks Family Director of the Ian L. McHarg Center in the Weitzman School of Design. Dr. Fleming is a senior fellow with Data for Progress and co-director of the “Climate + Community Project.” Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:48:11 +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/2023/01/henry-hall-and-rick-hall-reappointed-to-ball-state-board-of-trustees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/01/henry-hall-and-rick-hall-reappointed-to-ball-state-board-of-trustees Indiana Gov. Eric J. Holcomb announced he has reappointed Henry Hall and Rick Hall to the Ball State University Board of Trustees. Both members were reappointed to four-year terms, which are effective through 2026. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 15:00:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-eclipses-record-breaking-1-million-fundraising-goal-on-one-ball-state-day https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-eclipses-record-breaking-1-million-fundraising-goal-on-one-ball-state-day Ball State University is once again celebrating its best single day of fundraising ever following the results of Tuesday’s fourth annual One Ball State Day. Preliminary figures indicate the University received more than 7,000 gifts totaling more than $1 million during its annual 24-hour online fundraising event, providing much-needed support to the financial needs of students, faculty and staff, and programs. Fri, 08 Jul 2022 12:07:36 +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/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-5-with-million-dollar-fundraising-goal https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-5-with-million-dollar-fundraising-goal One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s 24-hour online fundraising event, returns April 5 with some ambitious goals. After three consecutive years of increased giving since the event’s inaugural celebration in 2019, One Ball State Day (OBSD) organizers this year hope to raise at least $1 million in gifts from Cardinals around the world to continue to support the financial needs of students, faculty and staff, and programs. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:49:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/heeter-family-commits-significant-gift-to-ball-state-scholarships-and-athletics https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/heeter-family-commits-significant-gift-to-ball-state-scholarships-and-athletics Dave and Deb Heeter, both of whom are graduates of Ball State University, have made a generous commitment of $1 million to support their alma mater. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 20:53:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/ball-state-foundation-announces-inaugural-top-100-student-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/ball-state-foundation-announces-inaugural-top-100-student-awards The Ball State University Foundation today revealed the recipients of the University’s inaugural “Top 100 Student Awards.” Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:00:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/stokes-legacy-lives-on-through-new-scholarships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/stokes-legacy-lives-on-through-new-scholarships Financially challenged Ball State University students studying to become K-12 math and art teachers are eligible for new scholarships, thanks to the generosity of the late Bill and Evelyn Stokes. Last Fall, the William and Evelyn Stokes Foundation reached an agreement with the Ball State University Foundation to give $1 million in scholarships over the next four years to an unspecified number of students who demonstrate financial need. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:18:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-celebrating-2021-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-celebrating-2021-homecoming Ball State University is celebrating 95 years of Homecoming next week, with festivities beginning Monday, Oct. 18, through the Cardinal football team’s Oct. 23 home matchup against rival Miami University at Scheumann Stadium. Tue, 18 Oct 2022 20:06:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/ball-state-sustains-strongest-period-of-philanthropic-support https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/ball-state-sustains-strongest-period-of-philanthropic-support Ball State University raised $36 million in philanthropic gifts and commitments in the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2021, marking the third consecutive year of more than $30 million in new private, philanthropic gifts to the University. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 19:23:36 +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/2021/04/ball-state-raises-record-breaking-total-on-one-ball-state-day https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-state-raises-record-breaking-total-on-one-ball-state-day During the third annual One Ball State Day on April 6, Ball State University celebrated its best single day of fundraising ever. Wed, 07 Apr 2021 20:10:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/award-winning-one-ball-state-day-will-be-held-april-6 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/award-winning-one-ball-state-day-will-be-held-april-6 One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s award-winning 24-hour online fundraising event, will be held on April 6, 2021. Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:58:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-university-to-host-first-spring-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-university-to-host-first-spring-homecoming Ball State University is calling upon its graduates across the world to celebrate its first Spring Homecoming from April 26-May 1, 2021. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:41:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/one-ball-state-day-provides-a-model-for-fundraising-during-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/one-ball-state-day-provides-a-model-for-fundraising-during-pandemic One Ball State Day brought thousands of Cardinals together, virtually, to make an investment in students at a time when they needed it most Wed, 03 Feb 2021 14:40:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/new-scholarship-fund-honors-longtime-legal-counsel-for-ball-state-foundation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/new-scholarship-fund-honors-longtime-legal-counsel-for-ball-state-foundation The Ball State Foundation is honoring the organization’s longtime legal counsel Jon Moll and his late wife through contributions to the Jon and Barbara Moll Scholarship, initiated by legal firm Defur Voran of Muncie. Thu, 21 Jan 2021 21:32:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/bsu-foundation-honors-four-educators-with-teachers-college-ties https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/bsu-foundation-honors-four-educators-with-teachers-college-ties Honoring their hard work and excellence, three educators with Ball State Teachers College connections have earned awards and another has received grant funding. Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:34:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/foundation-president https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/foundation-president Jean Crosby will serve as the next President of the Ball State University Foundation and the Vice President of University Advancement, effective immediately. Fri, 22 May 2020 16:08:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/one-ball-state-day-surpasses-goals https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/one-ball-state-day-surpasses-goals Ball State had a major success in its efforts to raise funds to address the critical needs of its students as One Ball State Day surpassed its goals for number of gifts and total philanthropic support. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 12:40:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/one-ball-state-day-to-focus-on-student-needs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/one-ball-state-day-to-focus-on-student-needs One Ball State Day to encourage donations that help address critical needs students may be experiencing, particularly as a result of COVID-19. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:46:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/new-scholarship-initiative https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/2/new-scholarship-initiative The George and Frances Ball Foundation and Ball State University are partnering to create an endowed scholarship initiative that will provide financial assistance for undergraduate students from Indiana. Thu, 20 Feb 2020 23:30:47 +0000