Category: Sports

Honoring Her Parents’ Legacy

August 6, 2024 by Reka Brooks

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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Unconditional Support with Marcia and Joe Freeman

June 1, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Marcia and Joe Freeman have made Ball State more than just who they cheer for on game days; more than just their alma mater, and more than just a campus they love to visit. Marcia and Joe have created a family at BSU. Made up of collegiate women’s athletes, their coaches, and other sports staff, […]

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An Asymmetric Journey with Al Miller

March 30, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Al Miller received his bachelor’s degree from Ball State in general business in the Spring of 1985. After graduation and a few years in the mortgage banking, he returned to Ball State in order to take pre-dental requisites for a future in dentistry. He then went on to pursue general dentistry and owned a family […]

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OBSD Ambassadors: 2022 Success Stories

March 21, 2023 by Reka Brooks

Last year, Ball State made history by raising over $1 million in funds for various organizations, colleges, and scholarships across campus. So many people, from current professors and students to our global alumni and supporters, donated to help the university and its students succeed in the years to come. This effort could not have been […]

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Bill Wallace: Kicking it with the King of Rock and Roll

December 14, 2022 by Reka Brooks

An accomplished kickboxer, karate champion, author, and actor, as well as a personal trainer and close friend of Elvis Presley, Bill Wallace has seen and done much of what this world has to offer. After graduating from Ball State in 1971, Bill has never stopped pursuing his dreams and seeking ways to impact the lives […]

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Anthony Lazzara – Turning Dreams into Reality

October 4, 2022 by Reka Brooks

Business Beginnings Anthony Lazzara graduated from Ball State University in 2013 with a degree in entrepreneurship. That program challenged him to turn his small business dream into a concrete plan that later became reality. His budding dream has come to fruition as Anthony’s Chophouse and 3UP Rooftop Lounge, a very successful restaurant and lounge in […]

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A Lifelong Passion – Serving On and Off the Court

September 30, 2022 by Reka Brooks

Lifelong Passion Steve Shondell grew up with volleyball and the Ball State Athletics family from the moment he was born. Throughout his life, he has dedicated his time and talents to cultivating amazing volleyball programs and crafting a family at Ball State and in the Muncie community. This is partly why he has made the […]

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Upcoming Football Season Highlights

August 6, 2021 by Ball State Foundation

Are you ready for some football? Join us in celebrating Ball State this coming season! Last year saw game-changing breakthroughs for our Cardinals, claiming victory in the MAC Championship and Arizona Bowl, to name a few. To keep up the momentum, we are excited to announce that your team is going all out to ensure […]

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