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On A Mission To Engage

August 12, 2025 by Ball State Foundation

Gretchen Coffman, ‘88, still remembers the feeling of stepping outside the airport and into the busy London streets for the first time. A Ball State junior at the time, she arrived to work with oil and gas company British Petroleum (BP) as part of a summer program offered by The State University of New York […]

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Building A Legacy of Service and Generosity

August 12, 2025 by Ball State Foundation

As a student, Beth Snyder, ’78, was all-in: a major in accounting and minor in mathematics and computer science, a student-athlete on the women’s gymnastics team, a member and president of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, an orientation leader and more. And that all-in spirit has stayed with Beth, reflected in the energy and devotion […]

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Resilient Leadership with Karthicka Krishnasamy

June 30, 2025 by Reginald Hayes

Grit. Humility. Curiosity. These values, developed and nurtured at Ball State University, have shaped every chapter of Karthicka Krishnasamy’s journey. Karthicka’s path has taken her from India to Ball State, and eventually earned her the title of Vice President | OMNI Customer Growth, Experiences & Value Add on Services at Walmart. She has learned to […]

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Richard Terpstra: Ball State Makes Dreams Come True

May 22, 2025 by Meghan Sawitzke

A Disney Cinderella classic, “A dream is a wish your heart makes,” has been guidance for people of all ages. For Richard Terpstra, it spoke to his passion. Richard is a Ball State University alumnus working as a Senior Manager Creative Designer for Disney Consumer Products. As a child, Richard’s future was fated. He grew […]

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Jim Morris: Following Your Heart to Success

May 6, 2025 by Meghan Sawitzke

Jim Morris, Ball State University alum, followed his heart through the core values he learned at Ball State to do the work that truly matters. Jim is husband to Shantel (28 years), father to Dylan (21) and Kyla (18), and the President & CEO of Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity. Jim is in his 15th […]

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Ball State University Foundation Board of Directors Adds New Member

May 5, 2025 by Reginald Hayes

The Ball State University Foundation Board of Directors guide the direction and oversee the fiduciary responsibilities of the Foundation. Dedicated, diverse, and distinguished, these volunteers bring years of business expertise, community involvement, and loyal support in their role as advisors and visionary leaders. With national representation, each board member serves on a committee that best […]

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Amanda Grollnek: Finding Success Outside of your Comfort Zone

April 25, 2025 by Meghan Sawitzke

A small spark of inspiration and a leap of faith ignited a seven-year career in founding, owning, and operating CRAVE Ice Cream Social. Amanda Grollnek graduated from Ball State University with a degree in fine arts and a concentration in graphic design. She’s part of a family of “Cardinals” and knew she would get her […]

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One Ball State Day Itinerary

March 28, 2025 by Meghan Sawitzke

Get ready to support Ball State University and its amazing students through fun activities, gifts, donations, and participation. Ball State University is celebrating its seventh One Ball State Day this year on April 2. Students, alumni, friends, and fans are encouraged to come together to support the programs and causes that mean the most to […]

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5 Tips for Naming your OBSD Goose

March 28, 2025 by Ball State Foundation

Hundreds of geese are born every year with no name. Cardinals everywhere set out to solve this dilemma for One Ball State Day last year, giving over 330 geese names that fit their personality. Back by popular demand, we are once again asking Ball State alumni, friends, and fans to give these geese a name […]

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Ball State University Black Alumni Council: Taking Initiative in Student Success

February 27, 2025 by Meghan Sawitzke

For over thirty years, the Black Alumni Council at Ball State University (formerly the Black Alumni Constituent Society) has fostered engagement, networking, and mentorship while supporting students through scholarships and conferences. Committed to advancing the educational, professional, and social interests of students both individually and collectively, the council continues to be a vital resource for […]

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