May 5, 2026
Ball State Faculty Member Dr. Adam Kuban Receives National Journalism Teaching Award
Dr. Adam Kuban poses for a professional headshot.Dr. Adam Kuban, professor in Ball State University’s School of Journalism and Strategic Communication, has been named Journalism Awards Journalism & Mass Communication Teacher of the Year by the Scripps Howard Fund as part of the 73rd Scripps Howard Journalism Awards.
May 2, 2026
Ball State Celebrates Class of 2026 with Messages of Purpose, Fulfillment, and Trust at Spring Commencement
Hugh Jackman smiles while speaking at a Ball State University podium during Spring Commencement.Ball State University celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2026 during its Spring Commencement ceremony Saturday on the Quad, where the University conferred approximately 2,800 degrees to graduates from its doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate programs.
May 1, 2026
Ball State University Trustees to Extend President Mearns’ Contract Through June 30, 2029
Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns is seated in a black office chair beside a polished wooden desk. He is wearing a navy suit, light blue shirt, and red patterned tie. The office setting includes framed artwork on the wall, large windows with blinds, and desk items including folders, papers, pens, and a small globe.Today the Ball State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution authorizing Board Chair, Brian Gallagher, to offer an amended employment agreement to President Geoffrey S. Mearns, extending his role as the University’s 17th President through June 30, 2029.