As we gained new knowledge about the spread of the pandemic, Ball State University joined universities across the globe requiring a strictly online learning platform.

Ege Yener is leading a movement in northern California to make masks and other protective materials for healthcare workers and first responders.

As one of the registered dietitians at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Amy Amyx, ‘00, has been working on the frontlines – dealing with various infectious diseases ranging from acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) to H1N1 influenza (swine flu), but nothing has been as tough to deal with as the novel coronavirus outbreak. “The COVID-19 epidemic has […]

When the COVID-19 pandemic closed her elementary school last month in Delaware, Ohio, Marie Weller, ’84, wanted to continue working with students dealing social and emotional issues on a daily basis. So, the veteran school counselor in Delaware City Schools, located outside of Columbus, Ohio, enlisted her closest allies – several toy puppets – to […]

Growing up, Brandi often wondered if she was going to have food to eat or if she would wake up to find presents under the tree. Living in poverty is never easy, and being able to afford college seemed like a long shot. While in middle school, Brandi was presented with the opportunity of becoming […]

Anyea Gooch remembers the overwhelming feeling when she opened her first bill from Vincennes University as a freshman. “How am I going to do this?” she thought. Then, she checked her bill through the Vincennes digital portal. The online version showed her scholarships applied, including one from 21st Century Scholars to cover all of her […]

Caleb Morey’s dad left the family about 11 years ago, leaving Caleb’s mom to raise two kids on a school nurse’s salary. Saving for college just wasn’t an option. So, when Caleb was in junior high, his mom signed him up for 21st Century Scholars. “I don’t really remember having to do much. Then I […]

She grew up in Huntington County. In middle school, her dad served time in prison, leaving her mom to raise her and her younger sister alone. Thankfully, a guidance counselor knew the family was going through a tough time and recommended Caroline sign up for 21st Century Scholars. “It was sort of presented to me […]

When Katie Huston graduated from Ball State in 2018 with a marketing degree her mom Debbie cried. A lot. “She bawled like a baby,” Huston said. “She’s a huge reason why I am where I am. She’s my biggest supporter.” Debbie Huston did not attend college, but she insisted that her daughter and two sons […]

For Ball State basketball fans, the NCAA first-round tournament game against UCLA in 2000 is a source of pride. Despite losing, the Cardinals fought hard on a national stage against a much larger foe. But the Cardinals weren’t the only underdogs in the arena that night. Another was student sportswriter Tom Gubbins, ’02. For Tom, […]