Events Listed As Academics

In our fourth workshop in the series, we’ll focus on the entry point of every course module: the module learning guide. We’ll take a brief but detailed look at what module learning guides are, what they contain, and why they’re valuable additions to each module.  

During this informative session, you will learn about the following: career options and credentialing available with an MSW, Advanced Standing, and Traditional Standing MSW options, the application process for Graduate School, and tips for making your MSW application stand out.

This semester, University Libraries invites faculty to join a thought-provoking book club focused on the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for higher education. Across four sessions, we’ll explore a series of books that range from alarmist to optimistic, speculative to practical—each selected to spark reflection, discussion, and dialogue about the role of AI in our personal and professional lives.

Deadline for final project submission for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.

Join us to learn about Ball State's Master's Degree in Information and Communication Sciences.

Join the AuD Program faculty and students for an overview of the program.

Funds to support tenure-line faculty to present research

Grant to support student travel for research dissemination or creative work exhibition.

Join our current students and graduate faculty via zoom to learn more about the Graduate Program in the Department of Communication Studies, our two tracks- Organizational and Professional Communication and Development and the Classic Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the many impactful outcomes of our program.

Register to learn about Ball State's PhD and MS programs in educational psychology.

Christiana Mann is a faculty member at Ball State University’s Miller College of Business, where she teaches in the Department of Applied Business Studies with a focus on hospitality, innovation, and leadership. With more than 40 years of experience in the food service industry, she brings a wealth of real-world expertise into the classroom to prepare the next generation of business and hospitality leaders.In addition to her academic role, Christiana is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-owner of Three Bears Concessions and proprietor of The Culinary Cottage, ventures that showcase her passion for food, service, and community. Her diverse career has spanned nearly every corner of the industry — from retail and brick-and-mortar establishments to mobile, temporary, and seasonal operations. She has also managed large-scale contracts with state parks and universities and has unique insight from her work in public health enforcement with federal, state, and local health departments.Known for blending practical industry knowledge with an innovative teaching style, Christiana is dedicated to helping students and colleagues connect theory to practice.

Join our webinar with Dr. Teresa Jeter to learn more about Ball State's Master's of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program.

Discuss best practices and create guidelines to ensure responsible and fair use of AI in teaching.

Students will rotate through sessions centered around innovation, problem-solving, and challenges requiring teamwork, collaboration, and communication. Students in grades 9-12 will walk away with a new view on creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Your lunch, bill on us. Pass by West Quad 208 to grab a meal card for your meal.

Ball State University’s Entrepreneurship Center and the Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute are collaborating to bring together campus and community members to showcase local entrepreneurial activity.This event celebrates innovation by showcasing groundbreaking ideas and high-impact programs designed to empower the next generation of change-makers.

At the elite MIT, a Ghanaian alum follows four African students striving to become agents of positive change back home. Even as their dreams are anchored in the societies which they left, their daily realities are defined by America. Each must refine their ideas about the world and about themselves, and ultimately, how to transform youthful ideals into action as adults.

Although the third in the line of James Payne’s, he tops the charts at number 1 when it comes to his skills and experience in creating world class guest experiences. He developed fundamentals in Marketing and Public Relations from Ball State University, as well as Adult Training and Consulting from North Carolina State University. He harnessed veteran customer service skills acquired at Disney Institute Training. He works around people, with people, and for people. He earned a Hospitality Certification from IUPUI, venturing into positions with small and large organizations alike. In February 2024, he served as lead concierge to the NBA All-Star game and host committee. In February 2011, he worked as the Chief Concierge and Hospitality Training Specialist during Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. James has developed a trained team of hospitality professionals to create memorable Game Day/Fan Experiences for the Indianapolis Colts, resulting in club and suite renewals.

In order to engage your team, you need to tap into each person’s unique creative perspective. This drives collaboration and proactive problem solving leading to operational efficiencies, new markets, and a culture that is more reactive to market changes. In this session, we will explore skills and behaviors that encourage engagement and creative collaboration.

College Discovery Days are special opportunities for high school students and their families to visit our campus and explore their academic area(s) of interest through an open house hosted by the College of their choice. This major-specific event provides a personalized experience for students interested in the College of Fine Arts.

College Discovery Days are special opportunities for high school students and their families to visit our campus and explore their academic area(s) of interest through an open house hosted by the College of their choice. This major-specific event provides a personalized experience for students interested in the Miller College of Business.

This virtual session will provide information about the Sport and Exercise Psychology Program and the different degree options (M.A or M.S, and minors and dual degree). Current students will share their experience with the program, and there will be time for questions from participants.

The Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology welcomes prospective graduate students and their families to an in-person information session to learn more about our Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology program. The session will include information about our program, tour of the Speech Pathology Clinic, opportunity to meet some of the Speech-Language Pathology faculty and a question-and-answer session with current SLP graduate students. We look forward to meeting you!

Funding to support tenure-track faculty traveling abroad for academic or creative pursuits.

Register to learn more about Ball State's Master of Architecture program.

Join us to learn more about Ball State University's Master of Urban Design program.

Join us to learn about Ball State's Master's Degree in Information and Communication Sciences.

For generations, holiday shopping in Muncie was more than a seasonal task—it was an experience filled with tradition, excitement, and community spirit. Downtown once sparkled with festive lights, and families crowded the sidewalks to admire elaborate window displays at Ball Stores and other local retail establishments. This program explores the history and experiences of holiday shopping in the “Magic City” through the combined resources of the Ball State University Libraries, Delaware County Historical Society, and the Muncie Public Library. Hot cocoa and cookies will be served.

A brief overview of SPA and grant seeking from SPA staff.

Join us to learn more about Ball State University's Master of Urban Design program.

During this informative session, you will learn about the following: career options and credentialing available with an MSW, Advanced Standing, and Traditional Standing MSW options, the application process for Graduate School, and tips for making your MSW application stand out.

This information session is for current Ball State undergraduates interested in the Accelerated Master's Programs (AMP) in Clinical Psychology and Psychological Science. The session will cover program structure, admissions criteria, application timing, benefits such as time and cost savings, and research and mentoring opportunities. This is a virtual event being hosted via Zoom; no in-person attendance option is available. Learn how you can earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees in psychology in five years instead of six, and take the next step toward your future in the field.

Register to learn more about Ball State's online Master's in Health Science with a Concentration in Biostatistics and Epidemiology.

Grant to support student travel for research dissemination or creative work exhibition.

Grant supporting student research

Join our webinar with Dr. Teresa Jeter to learn more about Ball State's Master's of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) program.

Ball State University’s Office of Immersive Learning is pleased to accept proposals for the financial support of immersive learning projects.The Provost Immersive Learning Pilot Projects/One-Time Grant program provides financial support for one-time immersive learning projects or pilot projects that have not been funded before. Applications for this grant are submitted by the proposed project’s faculty mentor and must be approved by the applicant’s department chair and college dean.

Grant supporting undergraduate student creative projects

During this informative session, you will learn about the following: career options and credentialing available with an MSW, Advanced Standing, and Traditional Standing MSW options, the application process for Graduate School, and tips for making your MSW application stand out.

During this informative session, you will learn about the following: career options and credentialing available with an MSW, Advanced Standing, and Traditional Standing MSW options, the application process for Graduate School, and tips for making your MSW application stand out.