CCIM Digest

News and stories from the College of Communication, Information, and Media

Category: What Happens After CCIM?

  • Student Spotlight: Ja’Nai Williams
    November 18, 2022 by

    Meet Ja’Nai Williams ’24, a Communication Studies major with a focus on interpersonal communication and a minor in Spanish. In this blog, Ja’Nai shares how Ball State helped her rediscover her passion for learning, ultimately finding her calling. All while building lifelong connections in and outside of campus! *** Can you describe your journey prior […]

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  • Student Media Earns National Recognition
    November 16, 2022 by

    Ball State Student Media recently earned numerous journalism and communications accolades and awards, including more than three dozen awards combined for Ball Bearings magazine, The Ball State Daily News, and the McKinley Avenue Agency—an on-campus student-run communications, media, and advertising agency. The honors were announced during MediaFest22 journalism conference in Washington, D.C., held Oct. 26-30.  *** MediaFest MediaFest22 is a unique and […]

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  • Staff Spotlight: Bethany Sloniker
    October 23, 2022 by

    Meet Bethany Sloniker a School of Journalism and Strategic Communications graduate and new secretary to the unit. In this blog, Bethany talks about her Ball State journey from student to staff member and how she makes the most of her life as a young professional. *** Could you share the personal journey that led you to […]

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  • Student Spotlight: Ainsley Hall
    October 14, 2022 by

    Meet Ainsley Hall ’24 an Advertising major with a minor in Linguistics and Global Communication. In this blog, Ainsley shares her love for advertising, her experience rebranding two company campaigns, and more! * * * Can you describe your journey before Ball State University? I graduated from Northwestern High School in Kokomo, IN, then chose to attend […]

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  • Ally Johnson at CBS.

    Alumni Spotlight: Ally Johnson
    August 26, 2022 by

    Meet Ally Johnson, a 2020 Ball State alumna who majored in Telecommunications and minored in Creative Writing. This past Spring, she moved to LA and held two impactful internships. Ally interned at Women in Film, which produces a wide variety of programming to help elevate women and nonbinary people in the film industry. This includes […]

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  • Black Graduate Student of The Year Award
    April 5, 2022 by

    This past Saturday, Ball State’s Black Graduate Student Association hosted its annual inaugural Black Graduate Luncheon. At the luncheon, they honored and awarded several students and faculty members for their achievements! *** What is BGSA? The Black Graduate Student Association offers a community of support to African American students; specifically, those pursuing graduate-level degrees at Ball […]

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  • Alumni Spotlight: Ruthie Grigoletti
    March 28, 2022 by

    Meet Ruthie Grigoletti, a Ball State alumna and current graduate student who serves as the Account Strategist in the Division of Marketing and Communications at Ball State University. Ruthie facilitates Ball State’s branding, strategic alignment, and messaging while ensuring that its positioning is reflected in the creative execution of all marketing materials. She also partners […]

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  • Alumni Spotlight: Rachel Ekwerike
    February 23, 2022 by

    Meet Rachel Ekwerike ’21, a recent Department of Media graduate. In this blog, Rachel shares how Ball State prepared her for the professional world and the exciting plans she has for the future. * * * Can you describe your journey prior to Ball State University? In late middle school, I got my first experience […]

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  • “A Conversation with Tiara Thomas” – David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop
    September 21, 2021 by

    Grammy and Oscar award-winning singer-songwriter Tiara Thomas, a 2012 Ball State University graduate, returned to campus as part of the David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series. In March, Ms. Thomas won her first Grammy award for co-writing the 2020 Song of the Year, “I Can’t Breathe,” in collaboration with singer-songwriter H.E.R. The following […]

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  • Sherry Hitch: From TCOM Student to Academy Member
    August 25, 2021 by

    Sherry Hitch is a ’92 Ball State Telecommunications alumna who specializes in visual effects. Her work is greatly recognized, receiving multiple nominations from The Emmy’s and the Hollywood Post Alliance (HPA). Currently, she serves as the Compositing Supervisor for an upcoming Lucasfilm film coming out in 2022 and has been selected as a new member […]

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