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Michael Shebek is a Ball State graduate and former standout pitcher for the school's baseball team. Leveraging the skills and discipline he learned at Ball State, Michael went on to become the CEO of multiple U.S.-based companies, including Automatic Pool Covers, Inc. and Cover Care, LLC. In 2000, he acquired Automatic Pool Covers and spearheaded a transformative strategic change that resulted in a remarkable 30-fold revenue increase over the next 25 years, and revolutionized the industry in the process. Michael is a firm believer that when you identify a problem, you might be the first to discover a solution. He shares his approach to problem-solving with a solution-oriented mindset, demonstrating how entrepreneurs can seize opportunities and drive innovation.

Learn how you can start incorporating the Mediterranean lifestyle into your daily life. This approach to health is more than just a diet—it’s a way of living that emphasizes wholesome foods, regular movement, and strong social connections.

This recital will feature the piano students of Lori Rhoden. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.

Come see Ball State New Music Ensemble perform chamber and solo music of the past thirty years, along with classics of the earlier 20th-century. Program to include recent works, including some by Ball State composition students.

This recital will feature the horn students of Gene Berger. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.