http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Teachers College News RSS en-us Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:03:42 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee For a third straight year, Leo Furlong, a seventh grader at Burris Laboratory Middle School, is the champion of the Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:59:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-establishes-stem-education-center https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-establishes-stem-education-center Ball State University today, in conjunction with Ball State Day at the Statehouse, officially launched its new STEM Education Center, creating a dedicated hub for advancing STEM teaching and learning across Indiana. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:33:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/ball-state-university-launches-create250-to-expand-civic-learning https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/ball-state-university-launches-create250-to-expand-civic-learning Ball State University has announced the launch of CREATE250: Expanding the Civic Promise for All, a statewide expansion of the University’s successful CREATE initiative, led by the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL). Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:45:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/board-of-trustees-highlight-fall-2025-enrollment-gains-mcs-progress https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/board-of-trustees-highlight-fall-2025-enrollment-gains-mcs-progress The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday received updates on Fall 2025 enrollment and the continued progress of its historic partnership with Muncie Community Schools (MCS). Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:41:38 +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/2025/08/ball-state-and-muncie-community-schools-partner-to-strengthen-leadership-pipeline https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-and-muncie-community-schools-partner-to-strengthen-leadership-pipeline Ball State University’s Teachers College, in collaboration with Ball State Online, has partnered with Muncie Community Schools (MCS) to expand the district’s leadership pipeline by supporting current educators who aspire to become school leaders. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:51:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/four-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/four-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards Four Ball State University students—Megan Lutes, Hannah Hendrian, Sarah Olsen, and Conor Dailey—have been selected to receive the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Awards. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 16:04:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-university-awarded-prestigious-grant-to-cultivate-civic-character https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-university-awarded-prestigious-grant-to-cultivate-civic-character Ball State University has received a $387,000 Institutional Impact Grant through Wake Forest University’s Educating Character Initiative (ECI), with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc., to launch the “Cultivating Civic Character for the Common Good” (C4G) project. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:01:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-receives-lumina-foundation-grant-to-expand-civic-learning-statewide https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-receives-lumina-foundation-grant-to-expand-civic-learning-statewide Ball State University has been awarded a $300,000 grant from Lumina Foundation to support the statewide expansion of Third Way Civics, an undergraduate civic learning initiative that helps students connect their personal and professional goals to the broader public good. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:22:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/burris-laboratory-school-named-2025-laboratory-school-of-the-year-by-international-association https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/burris-laboratory-school-named-2025-laboratory-school-of-the-year-by-international-association The International Association of Laboratory Schools (IALS) has named Burris Laboratory School as its 2025 Outstanding Laboratory School of the Year. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:05:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/leo-furlong-claims-second-straight-regional-spelling-bee-sponsored-by-ball-state-pbs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/leo-furlong-claims-second-straight-regional-spelling-bee-sponsored-by-ball-state-pbs For a second straight year, Leo Furlong is the champion of the Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:50:17 +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-to-host-2024-civic-learning-symposium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/ball-state-university-to-host-2024-civic-learning-symposium The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State University will host the 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Sept. 27-28 at the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 17:38:18 +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/2024/06/kathleen-washburn-appointed-to-muncie-community-schools-board-of-trustees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/kathleen-washburn-appointed-to-muncie-community-schools-board-of-trustees Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns today announced the appointment of Dr. Kathleen Washburn to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:07:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/ball-state-university-appoints-katrina-bulkley-as-new-teachers-college-dean https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/ball-state-university-appoints-katrina-bulkley-as-new-teachers-college-dean Dr. Katrina Bulkley will join the leadership team at Ball State University as dean of Teachers College, effective July 1, 2024, President Geoffrey S. Mearns announced. Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:39:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-professor-awarded-prestigious-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-professor-awarded-prestigious-carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship Dr. Michael T. Ndemanu, associate professor of multicultural education and social foundations at Ball State University’s Teachers College, has been awarded the prestigious Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship, which is offered by the Institute of International Education. Thu, 16 May 2024 13:32:44 +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/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/muncie-burris-fifth-grader-leo-furlong-wins-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/muncie-burris-fifth-grader-leo-furlong-wins-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee Leo Furlong, a fifth grader at Burris Laboratory School in Muncie, is the champion of the 2024 Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Mr. Furlong’s winning word was “jalapeño.” The spicy competition, involving nearly 40 spellers from several local school systems, lasted 12 rounds. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:48:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance Ball State University is hosting an event celebrating the legacy of social reformer Frederick Douglass with a special performance, “The Frederick Douglass Jazz Works,” created and composed by Ruth Naomi Floyd. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:34:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-secures-grant-from-community-engaged-alliance-for-cardinals-vote-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-secures-grant-from-community-engaged-alliance-for-cardinals-vote-campaign Ball State University has been awarded a meaningful grant from the Community-Engaged Alliance that will help empower students and community members through active and informed civic participation. Tue, 02 Jan 2024 19:06:49 +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/2023/11/ball-state-teachers-college-faculty-awarded-grant-to-work-with-universities-in-cameroon https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/ball-state-teachers-college-faculty-awarded-grant-to-work-with-universities-in-cameroon Ball State University’s Teachers College has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Cameroon for its project, “Enhancing Competency-Based Approaches to University Pedagogies in Cameroon through Professional Development Workshops.” Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:11:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-university-teachers-college-awarded-nearly-2-million-dollar-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-university-teachers-college-awarded-nearly-2-million-dollar-grant Ball State University’s Department of Special Education and Department of Educational Psychology, both in the University’s Teachers College, were awarded a $1,999,999 grant from the United States Department of Education as part of the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) and the Special Education Research Grants Program. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:26:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/hoosier-stem-academy-program-receives-grant--from-indiana-commission-for-higher-education https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/hoosier-stem-academy-program-receives-grant--from-indiana-commission-for-higher-education The Hoosier STEM Academy has been awarded a 2023 STEM Teacher Recruitment Grant for more than $722,000 from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE). Mon, 21 Aug 2023 17:57:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/ball-state-to-host-students-from-uzbekistan-for-new-exchange-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/ball-state-to-host-students-from-uzbekistan-for-new-exchange-program Ball State University is hosting 15 Uzbek college students, ages 18-24, and one Uzbek faculty member, June 15-July 6 as part of a new exchange program this Summer. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:06:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-teachers-college-to-offer-tuition-reduction-for-federal-government-employees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-teachers-college-to-offer-tuition-reduction-for-federal-government-employees Ball State University Teachers College has joined the Federal Academic Alliance to offer online graduate-level degrees, certificates, licenses, and courses at a reduced cost to 2.1 million Federal Government employees, their spouses, and dependents. Fri, 17 Feb 2023 17:17:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/nba-g-league-begins-utilizing-elam-ending https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/nba-g-league-begins-utilizing-elam-ending The NBA has started using the Elam Ending, created by Ball State professor Dr. Nick Elam, for all overtime contests in its G League, the association’s official minor league basketball organization. The G League will also utilize the Elam Ending for the fourth quarter of its annual NBA G League Winter Showcase in Las Vegas in December. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:03:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-teachers-college-grant-funding-to-strengthen-and-diversify-educator-pool https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-teachers-college-grant-funding-to-strengthen-and-diversify-educator-pool Ball State University’s Teachers College has been awarded a multi-million dollar 2022-2024 Attract, Prepare, Retain (APR) Grant—a federally funded program aimed at recruiting and retaining top teaching talent in Indiana schools. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:49:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-playing-major-role-in-first-of-its-kind-education-apprenticeship-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-playing-major-role-in-first-of-its-kind-education-apprenticeship-program Ball State University will play a major role in a first-of-its-kind program in the nation centered on special education after the recent federal approval of a state registered apprenticeship supporting the educator pipeline. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 12:50:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/stedman-graham-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-letterman-lecture-series https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/stedman-graham-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-letterman-lecture-series New York Times bestselling author, educator, business advisor, and Ball State University graduate Stedman Graham ’89 will be the next featured speaker in the David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series at Ball State. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:16:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/teachers-college-awarded-grant-to-develop-program-to-support-gifted-students-with-disabilities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/teachers-college-awarded-grant-to-develop-program-to-support-gifted-students-with-disabilities Ball State University’s Teachers College has been awarded a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to develop and implement an inclusive approach to identifying and supporting gifted students with disabilities. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:01:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-through-lilly-endowment-indiana-youth-programs-on-campus-initiative https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-through-lilly-endowment-indiana-youth-programs-on-campus-initiative Ball State University has been awarded a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to create and expand high-quality, on-campus programming that encourages local youth to explore their interests and envision a future for themselves in college. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:55:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-university-awarded-grant-to-enhance-civics-education-in-muncie-community-schools https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-university-awarded-grant-to-enhance-civics-education-in-muncie-community-schools Ball State University has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, totaling more than $1.3 million over three years, for its project, Civic Renewal through Education for Agency, or CREATE. In cooperation with Muncie Community Schools (MCS), Ball State will develop the project as an innovative approach to instruction, student learning, and professional development in civics that will integrate American history, geography, government, and media literacy. Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:27:02 +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/2022/07/four-ball-state-graduates-chosen-for-fulbright-us-student-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/four-ball-state-graduates-chosen-for-fulbright-us-student-program Four recent Ball State University graduates have been chosen for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program—one of the most prestigious and widely recognized international programs, which grants support for pursuing graduate studies, conducting research, or teaching English abroad. Tue, 05 Jul 2022 14:34:10 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/ball-state-board-of-trustees-reappoints-four-members-to-mcs-board https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/ball-state-board-of-trustees-reappoints-four-members-to-mcs-board In its final meeting of the 2021-22 academic year, the Ball State Board of Trustees heard an update on the University’s groundbreaking partnership with Muncie Community Schools (MCS), and four members of MCS’ Board were reappointed. Fri, 06 May 2022 18:51:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/indiana-academy-and-burris-laboratory-school-top-high-schools-2022 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/indiana-academy-and-burris-laboratory-school-top-high-schools-2022 The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities and Burris Laboratory School are once again receiving national recognition. U.S. News & World Report recently ranked the Indiana Academy (No. 2) and Burris (No. 7) among the top high schools in Indiana in its “2022 Best U.S. High Schools” listing. Both schools are operated by Ball State University’s Teachers College. Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:57:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-excellence-in-graduate-education-programs-recognized-by-us-news-and-world-report https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-excellence-in-graduate-education-programs-recognized-by-us-news-and-world-report Ball State University’s Teachers College today was once again recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its standout graduate degree programs in education. Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:28:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/ball-state-online-degree-programs-again-ranked-among-nations-best https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/ball-state-online-degree-programs-again-ranked-among-nations-best Ball State University’s online degree programs in high-demand fields have once again been recognized on a national level by U.S. News & World Report. Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:29:58 +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/2021/12/ball-state-university-honors-2021-fall-graduates-with-two-ceremonies https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/ball-state-university-honors-2021-fall-graduates-with-two-ceremonies Ball State University held two in-person Commencement ceremonies on Saturday to honor about 1,500 Fall 2021 graduates. Sat, 18 Dec 2021 19:32:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/civil-renewal-project-gains-national-attention https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/civil-renewal-project-gains-national-attention Ball State University, in collaboration with Southeastern University and the Minnesota Humanities Center, recently received funding from the Teagle Foundation for a groundbreaking effort to promote content-rich historical and civic learning for undergraduates. Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:32:34 +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/2021/07/dr-abigail-e-comber-appointed-interim-principal-at-burris https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/dr-abigail-e-comber-appointed-interim-principal-at-burris Ball State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Abigail E. Comber as interim principal at Burris Laboratory School for the 2021-22 academic year. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:46:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-teachers-college-awarded-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-teachers-college-awarded-grant The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced this week that it has awarded Ball State University’s Teachers College a $2.9 million grant to fund COVID-19 student learning recovery programs. Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:43:28 +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/2021/03/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/nba-all-star-game-to-utilize-ball-state-professors-elam-ending https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/nba-all-star-game-to-utilize-ball-state-professors-elam-ending A Ball State University professor’s alternative scoring system will be utilized by the NBA once again. Fri, 26 Feb 2021 21:38:12 +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/2021/01/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/2020/10/parents-can-create-new-halloween-traditions-during-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/parents-can-create-new-halloween-traditions-during-pandemic Parents should create new Halloween traditions as the CDC urges avoiding high-risk activities such as trick-or-treating and parties. Mon, 19 Oct 2020 19:51:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/associate-prof-earns-fulbright-to-help-a-cameroon-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/associate-prof-earns-fulbright-to-help-a-cameroon-university Dr. Michael T. Ndemanu, a Ball State associate professor of multicultural education, will travel to Cameroon in January to help improve teacher education there. Wed, 26 Aug 2020 18:03:34 +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/burris-to-honor-grads-with-driveby-celebration https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/burris-to-honor-grads-with-driveby-celebration The 53 graduating seniors of Burris Laboratory School’s Class of 2020 will be honored May 22 with a drive-by celebration on the Quad at Ball State University. Thu, 21 May 2020 19:31:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/ball-state-announces-new-dean-of-teachers-college https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/ball-state-announces-new-dean-of-teachers-college Dr. Anand R. Marri will join the Ball State University leadership team as dean of Teachers College, effective July 1, 2020, Susana Rivera-Mills, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, announced. Sun, 17 May 2020 13:56:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/6/ball-state-selected-as-finalist-for-aplu-universities-2018-c-peter-magrath-community-engagement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/6/ball-state-selected-as-finalist-for-aplu-universities-2018-c-peter-magrath-community-engagement Wed, 20 Jun 2018 15:28:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/6/outstanding-young-faculty-member-lisa-rubensteins-love-of-people-drew-her-to-teaching https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/6/outstanding-young-faculty-member-lisa-rubensteins-love-of-people-drew-her-to-teaching Outstanding Junior Faculty Award winner Lisa Rubenstein received a high honor for her teaching, research and service. Wed, 08 Aug 2018 20:27:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/4/online-programs-first-to-be-certified-for-quality-in-learner-support https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/4/online-programs-first-to-be-certified-for-quality-in-learner-support Ball State University is the first higher education institution in the country to earn Quality Matters’ Learner Support Program certification for online programs. Thu, 07 Apr 2016 18:51:03 +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/2015/10/wheelchair-users-want-independence-at-college https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/10/wheelchair-users-want-independence-at-college A new report finds that wheelchair users look at a variety of factors including accessibility and privacy when selecting a college. Tue, 14 Aug 2018 13:01:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/7/on-time-graduation-rates-increase https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/7/on-time-graduation-rates-increase Ball State leads the state in improvement of on-time graduation rates, says ICHE report. Mon, 06 Jan 2020 21:00:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/6/lilly-grant-funds-film-that-helps-teacher-recharge https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/6/lilly-grant-funds-film-that-helps-teacher-recharge Indiana Academy English teacher David Haynes earns a Lilly Endowment grant to fund short thriller film he co-wrote and is producing. Thu, 09 Jul 2015 12:34:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/4/teachers-college-commencement-speaker-is-vince-bertram https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/4/teachers-college-commencement-speaker-is-vince-bertram Vince Bertram, president and CEO of Project Lead The Way and Ball State alumnus, to speak at Teachers College commencement. Wed, 29 Apr 2015 16:08:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/3/general-assembly-honors-25th-anniversary-of-indiana-academy https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/3/general-assembly-honors-25th-anniversary-of-indiana-academy A resolution authored by State Rep. Sue Errington celebrates 25th anniversary of Ball State’s two-year residential high school for gifted students, the Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics and Humanities. Thu, 05 Mar 2015 22:02:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/1/education-myth-buster-david-berliner-to-speak-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2015/1/education-myth-buster-david-berliner-to-speak-at-ball-state Education expert David Berliner, co-author of books including “50 Myths and Lies That Threaten America’s Public Schools,” will speak at Ball State in February. Mon, 02 Feb 2015 14:22:57 +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 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/9/ball-state-announces-first-autism-symposium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/9/ball-state-announces-first-autism-symposium A contingent of educators from Ball State University is hosting the university's first autism symposium aimed at meeting the needs of today's college students who are on the spectrum. Putting Together the Autism Puzzle is free and open to the public and will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 26 in the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:25:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/8/major-student-scholarship-winners-named-for-201314-academic-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/8/major-student-scholarship-winners-named-for-201314-academic-year Ball State has announced the names of high-achieving students who've captured top national honors during the 2013-14 academic year. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:05:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/4/global-education-leader-to-speak https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/4/global-education-leader-to-speak Yong Zhou, director of the Institute for Global and Online Education at the University of Oregon, will speak about innovative education models in the age of globalization during an address at 7 p.m. in Emens Auditorium on the Ball State campus. Fri, 18 Apr 2014 15:02:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/1/online-programs-nationally-ranked-by-us-news https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2014/1/online-programs-nationally-ranked-by-us-news Wed, 08 Jan 2014 20:13:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/8/students-capture-top-national-honors https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/8/students-capture-top-national-honors During the 2012-13 academic year, Ball State University students captured a total of 16 major national scholarships and/or fellowships. Mon, 19 Aug 2013 15:31:27 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/5/charter-school-nonrenewal-decisions-affirmed-final https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/5/charter-school-nonrenewal-decisions-affirmed-final Ball State University’s decisions not to renew five charter schools are affirmed by the recommendation of the hearing panel and President Jo Ann M. Gora. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/3/leader-in-education-research-to-speak-at-pruis https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/3/leader-in-education-research-to-speak-at-pruis The 2013 Emens Distinguished Professor Lecture Series welcomes Robert Marzano, co-founder and CEO of Marzano Research Laboratory (MRL), to speak at 7 p.m. April 2 in Pruis Hall at Ball State University. Marzano's research addresses current issues in teacher evaluation and best practices that lead to student achievement in the classroom. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:45:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/1/ball-state-takes-action-on-20-charter-schools https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2013/1/ball-state-takes-action-on-20-charter-schools Ball State University will not renew seven charter schools, will extend contracts by three years with performance conditions for seven and renew full five-year contracts for four. Two schools withdrew requests for renewal. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 02:12:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/6/indiana-academy-ranked-as-one-of-top-high-schools-in-the-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/6/indiana-academy-ranked-as-one-of-top-high-schools-in-the-nation The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics and Humanities has been named one of the best high schools in the United States in Newsweek’s 2012 high school rankings. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 19:36:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/5/ball-state-announces-woodrow-wilson-indiana-teaching-fellows-for-2012 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/5/ball-state-announces-woodrow-wilson-indiana-teaching-fellows-for-2012 Ball State University has introduced its newest class of Woodrow Wilson Indiana Teaching Fellows for the 2012-13 academic year. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 19:26:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/4/holmes-scholarship-established-for-business-and-elementary-education-students https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/4/holmes-scholarship-established-for-business-and-elementary-education-students Robert and Emma Holmes have donated more than $300,000 through their estate to establish the Robert Thomas Holmes and Emma Bauman Holmes Scholarship to assist students at Ball State University. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 19:27:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/3/alumna-establishes-three-ball-state-scholarships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/3/alumna-establishes-three-ball-state-scholarships Alumna Georgia M. Burns has donated more than $76,000 through her estate to establish three scholarships that will assist Ball State students. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 19:12:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/1/alumna-donates-to-establish-new-teachers-college-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2012/1/alumna-donates-to-establish-new-teachers-college-scholarship Alumna Grace Jackson donated more than $215,000 through her estate to establish the Grace Jackson Teachers College Scholarship to assist students at Ball State University. Mon, 19 Aug 2013 15:07:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/11/ball-state-university-and-indiana-university-team-up-to-boost-educational-opportunities-for-adult-learners https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/11/ball-state-university-and-indiana-university-team-up-to-boost-educational-opportunities-for-adult-learners Students who have earned a master of science degree in adult education from Indiana University can now transfer up to 30 credit hours toward a doctor of education degree in adult, higher and community education from Ball State. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:51:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/10/renowned-educators-to-discuss-how-to-be-an-effective-and-successful-teacher https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/10/renowned-educators-to-discuss-how-to-be-an-effective-and-successful-teacher Harry and Rosemary Wong, two of the most sought-after speakers in education, will hold a free informational seminar, “How to Be an Effective and Successful Teacher,” from 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 19, in Emens Auditorium. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:47:13 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/7/scholarship-opportunity-for-nontraditional-freshmen-created-by-margaret-l-hosey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/7/scholarship-opportunity-for-nontraditional-freshmen-created-by-margaret-l-hosey A scholarship fund has been created by Margaret L. Hosey, professor emerita of psychology and educational psychology. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:21:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/6/nonresidential-program-at-indiana-academy-offers-college-credit-for-high-school-students https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/6/nonresidential-program-at-indiana-academy-offers-college-credit-for-high-school-students The Indiana Academy Nonresidential Early College Program (NECP) will allow high school juniors and seniors to earn a high school Academic Honors Diploma and accumulate college credit hours. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:20:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/5/ball-state-wellrepresented-in-this-years-500-festival-princess-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2011/5/ball-state-wellrepresented-in-this-years-500-festival-princess-program Seven Ball State students are participating in the 2011 500 Festival Princess Program as part of the festivities leading up to "Greatest Spectacle in Racing." As princesses, the students act as goodwill ambassadors for communities statewide, volunteering for schools and other nonprofit organizations. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:50:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/funds-donated-to-ball-state-fund-by-alumna https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/funds-donated-to-ball-state-fund-by-alumna Alumna donates estate funds to the Ball State Fund. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:33:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/funds-donated-to-early-childhood-education-scholarship-named-after-alumna https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/funds-donated-to-early-childhood-education-scholarship-named-after-alumna Alumnus donates estate funds to early childhood education scholarship in his wife’s name. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:34:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/teachers-college-hosts-indiana-school-transformation-conference-nov-11 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/11/teachers-college-hosts-indiana-school-transformation-conference-nov-11 The Indiana School Transformation Conference Nov. 11 at Ball State will feature Douglas Reeves, a Harvard University professor and founder of The Leadership and Learning Center, as its keynote presenter. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:47:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/elementary-education-professor-earns-rawlings-award-for-distance-education https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/elementary-education-professor-earns-rawlings-award-for-distance-education Susan Tancock, professor of elementary education, is the 2010 Rawlings Award recipient for her work in distance education. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:16:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/film-uncovering-the-effects-of-deindustrialization-to-premiere-sept-14 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/film-uncovering-the-effects-of-deindustrialization-to-premiere-sept-14 Ball State students unveil “Changing Gears: End of an Era,” a feature-length documentary about BorgWarner closing its doors and the effects of deindustrialization in America. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:19:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/teachers-college-brings-international-education-expert-andreas-schleicher-to-campus https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/9/teachers-college-brings-international-education-expert-andreas-schleicher-to-campus International education expert Andreas Schleicher will speak about the status of the American education system in a global context during a Sept. 9 appearance at Ball State University. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:25:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/8/elementary-education-scholarship-established-by-alumna https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/8/elementary-education-scholarship-established-by-alumna Elementary education scholarship created in memory of Ball State alumna Mary Elizabeth Steiner Babcock. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:32:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/6/ball-state-nets-$1-million-for-educational-support-to-iraqi-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/6/ball-state-nets-$1-million-for-educational-support-to-iraqi-university Ball State will use the U.S. Department of State grant to help Tikrit University in Iraq transform its curriculum and its faculty members' teaching style. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:18:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/5/national-study-finds-disparity-in-public-funding-of-charter-traditional-schools https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/5/national-study-finds-disparity-in-public-funding-of-charter-traditional-schools Research report from Ball State University reveals continuing gaps in relative public funding of charter and traditional district schools, with largest discrepancies in major metropolitan districts. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:43:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/5/woodrow-wilson-fellows-to-train-to-be-top-teachers-of-science-and-math https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/5/woodrow-wilson-fellows-to-train-to-be-top-teachers-of-science-and-math Twenty Woodrow Wilson Indiana Teaching Fellows will start their master’s studies at Ball State this summer. After the year-long program, the fellows will teach science and math in high-need urban and rural classrooms. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:55:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/4/family-literacy-and-enrichment-programs-net-750000-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/4/family-literacy-and-enrichment-programs-net-750000-grant A four-year, $750,000 grant from the Indiana Department of Education will provide family literacy and out-of-school enhancement programs to a local elementary school. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 16:06:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/3/education-scholarship-established-in-memory-of-alumnus-and-his-wife https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/3/education-scholarship-established-in-memory-of-alumnus-and-his-wife An education scholarship has been created in memory of Ozora T. and Maxine White, parents of a Ball State alumnus. Combined, the couple served the Anderson school system for a total of 70 years. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:30:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/2/more-and-better-teachers-is-promise-of-new-agreement-between-ball-state-and-ivy-tech https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/2/more-and-better-teachers-is-promise-of-new-agreement-between-ball-state-and-ivy-tech Ball State joins with Ivy Tech Community College in an agreement opening new opportunities for Ivy Tech students to complete four-year degrees in elementary education. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development lists elementary school teachers among its top 50 "hot jobs," estimating a 12 percent increase in teacher positions statewide through 2016. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:43:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/1/ball-state-approves-the-opening-of-a-charter-school-in-southern-indiana https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2010/1/ball-state-approves-the-opening-of-a-charter-school-in-southern-indiana Rock Creek Community Academy will open in Sellersburg this fall, following the university's approval to open its doors in fall 2010. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:02:51 +0000