Category: Alumni Association

May Foundation Volunteer Leaders Spotlight

May 3, 2024 by Reginald Hayes

Get to know our Foundation Volunteer Leaders! Each month, the Foundation will be featuring its esteemed Board and Alumni Council members for you to get to know a little bit better. Below are some fun facts as well as a peek into what each of these board members do in their professional careers. Jo […]

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A World of Opportunities with Yuliya Day

March 19, 2024 by Reginald Hayes

Yuliya Day attended Ball State University from 2001-2005 and received a bachelor’s degree in international business. After getting her MBA, Yuliya went on to lead a successful career in business and is now the Head of Business Unit Development and Execution at KraftHeinz Company in Chicago, Illinois. Yuliya loves her current position as she gets […]

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Women of Beneficence Announce Three Grant Recipients for 2024

March 15, 2024 by Reka Brooks

Ball State University Women of Beneficence, the 2023 AFP-Indiana outstanding philanthropy group of the year, awarded three grants for BSU faculty projects during its annual meeting at the Alumni Center on Wednesday, March 13. The three funded grants are for the Guardian Scholars project, the Language and Learning Center at Teachers College supporting deaf and […]

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March Foundation Volunteer Leaders Spotlight

March 6, 2024 by Reginald Hayes

Get to know our Foundation Volunteer Leaders! Each month, the Foundation will be featuring its esteemed Board and Alumni Council members for you to get to know a little bit better. Below are some fun facts as well as a peek into what each of these board members do in their professional careers. Dr. Laura […]

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Geoff Hutchinson: From Ball State to the Frontlines of Vaccine Development

January 29, 2024 by Reka Brooks

Geoff Hutchinson, former Ball State student, was a crucial part of the team at the National Institute of Health (NIH) who developed the COVID-19 vaccine in under 100 days in 2020. His love of learning and desire to be a part of positive change, as well as his experiences in the Peace Corps, motivated him […]

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Allowing Passion to Steer Your Path with Brian Haynes

December 5, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Brian Haynes graduated from Ball State University in 1996 with a degree in criminal justice and police science. He credits the strong foundation Ball State gave him for his successful career at the FBI and in his current position as the Vice President of Security for the Atlanta Braves. “Ball State holds a special place […]

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A Dedication to Education – Natalie Vega O’Neil

November 17, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Natalie Vega O’Neil graduated from Ball State University in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications. Natalie has had a very successful career working for nonprofits all over the nation including Save the Children, Make-A-Wish Foundation, the YWCA, and Thrive Washington. Currently, she serves as the President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Washington. She […]

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Alumni Homecoming Guide

October 16, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Homecoming week is finally here! 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 in when […]

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Embracing Change and Seizing Opportunities with Joanna Rogers

August 28, 2023 by Reka Brooks

After receiving both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Ball State University, Joanna Rogers has led an incredibly successful career in the business and technology world. For her, Ball State was a place that allowed her to learn and grow through both classroom instruction and the meaningful relationships she formed with her teachers and peers. Time on Campus […]

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Alumni Award Winners 2023

August 18, 2023 by Reka Brooks

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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