The generous financial support of our alumni and friends is critical to the success of the R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning. Help us make a difference in the lives of deserving students and broaden our impact in Indiana communities by contributing to one of the funds listed below.

"I try to make sure that everyone knows that they're welcome. And that's because someone like you gave me the opportunity to be on this campus. So, thank you - for now, for then, and everything that's going to happen in the future."

—Kathy Berryhill '19
Construction Management

CAP Funds

Purpose

Provides funds for general use of the College of Architecture and Planning.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • student support
  • alumni events
  • faculty travel
  • various outreach activities

Purpose

To provide for professional program needs in support of students and faculty.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • alumni lunch lectures with students
  • reviewer travel costs and refreshments
  • student committee activities
  • design build explorations

Purpose

Advancement of the Construction Management program.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • student competitive teams – such as our recent five teams that went to compete at the ASC Region 3 Competition
  • accreditation efforts

Purpose

Provides support for program needs.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • educational presentations and workshops
  • student committee endeavors
  • special event reception costs
  • design competition entry fees for students
  • guest reviewer travel

Purpose

To provide for a wide range of needs not covered by the operating budget.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • hospitality
  • professional development
  • engagement support
  • student scholarships
  • alumni development
  • guest lectures
  • marketing and promoting the department

Purpose

Provides funding to support the advancement of the Interior Design program.

Examples

Supports activities such as: 

  • accreditation
  • travel funding

Purpose

To provide financial support to key projects that advance learning beyond the classroom. The emphasis for the fund is for college-wide initiatives that emphasize inter-disciplinary advances and innovative educational programs.

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • firm in residence
  • accelerating research areas for faculty or CAP centers
  • collaborative/cross-disciplinary projects
  • capstone critics program
  • student travel support fund

Purpose

To support students with demonstrated financial need and students who would not be able to participate in Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning travel programs without additional financial support. Preference for recipients will be given to students who are first generation college attendees and students from under-represented groups as defined by university standards. 

Examples

Supports activities such as:

  • travel grants
  • scholarships
  • student work support or stipends 

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Use our secure online giving portal to make a difference today. On the form, use the drop-down menu to select the account you'd like to support, then use your credit or debit card to make your gift.

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More Ways to Give

We offer several options for you to make your gift, depending on your preferences. You may do so online, by mail, by phone, through a payroll deduction, and more. Also, there is more than one type of gift you can make, so take a minute to review your options and determine what's best for you. If you have questions or need help, please feel free to contact one of our staff at the Ball State University Foundation.

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