Ball State Foundation Blog

Engagement and Impact

Category: Alumni

  • Foundation Board of Directors Welcomes New Members
    December 5, 2024 by

    Ball State University recently welcomed five alumni to its Foundation Board of Directors.  Jim Fields ‘97, Brian Haynes ‘96, Lou Hensley ‘91, Dan Molinaro ‘68, and Natalie Vega O’Neil ’98 were elected to serve three-year terms, starting November 1, 2024.   Jean Kramer Crosby ‘96, in her role as President of the Foundation and Alumni Association, […]

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  • Dreaming Big with Loren Dent
    December 3, 2024 by

    Loren Dent set a career goal to be a Director of Communications in the world of nonprofit work. Having already accomplished this at age 27, she is learning what it means to dream bigger and imagine more. Loren (’19, ’21) spent her time at Ball State discovering herself and her passions and making connections that […]

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  • Taking Chances with Eric “Ike” Eicher
    November 13, 2024 by

    Eric “Ike” Eicher–Ball State grad, Co-Founder/President of strategy and brand agency RightHand, and Black Belt in Taekwondo, knew what he wanted to do from a young age. Ike has a very successful career in the advertising and marketing space due to his willingness to take chances, make mistakes, and not let fear be his guide. […]

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  • Alumni Homecoming Guide 2024
    September 16, 2024 by

    Homecoming week is right around the corner! This year, Ball State will be hosting a variety of traditional and new events to celebrate. There are activities for everyone as these events span across campus and many different colleges. Below is a guide for alumni to get a glimpse into the different options they can participate […]

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  • Alumni Award Winners 2024
    August 22, 2024 by

    For more than 100 years, graduates of Ball State University have accomplished mark-making achievements that have left both the Ball State community and the world proud一bestselling novels, dedicated service, award-winning articles, memorable lectures and successful business ventures. A quick glance at the history of Ball State’s alumni and their success is enough to highlight the […]

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  • Helping Students Navigate Their Journey
    August 13, 2024 by

    Over the years, Bill Walters ‘72 would thumb through the latest issue of the Ball State Alumni magazine, feeling a swell of pride for his alma mater before setting it aside to resume his busy career in corporate advertising. “I would get the magazine, read a couple articles, and then set it aside. I think […]

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  • Honoring Her Parents’ Legacy
    August 6, 2024 by

    Julie Mannies ‘86 is more than just a proud Ball State alumna. She truly represents what it means to answer Our Call to Beneficence. Her love for Ball State University and her desire to honor her parents’ legacy inspired her to give back to the university that had given her so much.  Julie came to […]

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  • Alumni Council Welcomes New Members, Honors Outgoing Members
    August 5, 2024 by

    Ball State’s Alumni Council is the governing body of the Alumni Association, with members serving as ambassadors for the University. These individuals play an active role in strategic decision-making for our 217,000+ alumni. On June 14th, the Alumni Council convened in person to continue their work on strategic alumni engagement initiatives.  During the Council’s business […]

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