CCIM Digest

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Tag: alumni

  • Jerry Walker accepts an award from President Geoffrey Mearns

    2023 Alumni Achievement Award Winner: Jerry Walker
    October 24, 2023 by

    Meet Jerry Walker, recipient of the Ball State Alumni Award of Achievement. In 1998, Walker graduated from CCIM with a degree in Telecommunications and a minor in Computer Science, and in 1999, he graduated from the Center of Information and Communication Sciences (CICS). He now works as the CIO and Director of Information Technology for […]

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  • Ethan Dahlen

    Alumni Spotlight: Ethan Dahlen
    August 29, 2023 by

    Meet Ethan Dahlen, a 2021 media graduate with a concentration in video production. From Ball State Esports anchor to WANE 15 anchor, Ethan shares the experiences and opportunities he has had since graduating from Ball State. * * * What kind of student were you at Ball State? I was very involved outside of the classroom. I […]

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  • 2023 Hall of Beneficence Awards

    2023 Hall of Beneficence Award Winners Announced
    May 19, 2023 by

    On April 27, the 2023 Hall of Beneficence Award winners were recognized. The College of Communication, Information, and Media is honored to recognize those who exude the mission of CCIM and display the enduring values of Beneficence: excellence, innovation, courage, integrity, inclusiveness, social responsibility, and gratitude. Steward Award The Steward Award is given to an […]

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  • Alumni Spotlight: Ruth Brungard
    April 20, 2023 by

    Meet Ruth Brungard ’22, an Advertising major with a Communication Studies and Digital Publishing minors. In this blog, Ruth tells us how about all her incredible accomplishments within the advertising field and how you too can get there! *** Can you describe your journey prior to Ball State University? Before starting at Ball State, I […]

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  • Good News October
    October 25, 2022 by

    Hello Cardinals and welcome back to our Good News outlet. This month is filled with milestones and awards! If you know any of the award winners, make sure to give them a #ChirpChirp to show your Cardinal pride! October is also National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Take a moment to explore your company’s policies to […]

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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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  • Good News September
    September 23, 2022 by

    Hello cardinals and welcome to our Good News outlet. We have tons of exciting events, speakers, and awards to tell you all about. It’s officially fall and this school year is in full swing. From September 15th to October 15th, we will be celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month!  ***           Alumni Lots […]

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  • Good News August
    August 28, 2022 by

    Hello everyone and welcome to our Good News outlet. The first week of fall 2022 is officially over classes are full steam ahead. This month we celebrated many promotions and new starts, as well as honoring members of the CCIM community that made significant MA   Alumni Angela Ahrendts, a Ball State graduate from the […]

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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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  • An Incredible One Ball State Day
    April 7, 2022 by

    One Ball State Day was an incredible success. This year we raised upwards of 1 million dollars for the whole University and 67,728 for the CCIM Department! With lots of friendly competition and tons of amazing donors, OBSD was a day to remember. Leading Up Leading up to OBSD was a busy and exciting time […]

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