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Engagement and Impact

Category: Students

  • The Curious Process with Sara Scott-Curran
    January 26, 2023 by

    “Ball State was such an important part of me becoming who I am. The skills, values, and lessons I learned here have played a huge role in career journey” – Sara Scott-Curran Time at BSU Sara Scott-Curran, who is presently the Mens Global Apparel Merchandising Director Nike SB and ACG, began her educational and career […]

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  • Announcing 2022-2023 Philanthropy Education Council Members
    October 25, 2022 by

    Introducing this year’s student philanthropy leaders! The Philanthropy Education Council (PEC) is a student-run organization with a mission to inform fellow students about the impact and importance of giving time, talent, and financial resources to Ball State. Student philanthropy impacts current and future students by ensuring their success. According to Connor Dailey, current president of […]

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  • Honoring the Past to Inspire the Future
    October 12, 2022 by

    Since 1983, more than 1,500 Ball State students have received financial awards through the Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship. In total, this program has given out more than $2.8 million in financial support. The Legacy Scholarship program is a result of Ball State license plate sales in Indiana, allowing alumni and friends to represent their Cardinal […]

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  • Members of the 2021-22 Philanthropy Education Council pose outside the Alumni Center

    Announcing 2021-2022 Philanthropy Education Council Members
    October 14, 2021 by

    Acquaint yourself with this year’s student philanthropy leaders The Philanthropy Education Council (PEC) is a student-run organization with a mission to inform fellow students on the impact and importance of giving time, talent, and financial resources to Ball State. Student philanthropy impacts current and future students by ensuring their success. Council members act as ambassadors […]

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  • A group of students and mentors stand talking together inside the Whitinger Business Building

    Cardinals Connect and SOAR
    October 6, 2021 by

    SOAR and Cardinals Connect join forces to provide an exceptional experience for Miller College of Business students The Miller College of Business’ SOAR (Success, Opportunity, Acumen, and Readiness) program provides each enrolled undergraduate student with an invaluable launching point in their careers. SOAR consists of a one-semester course during each undergraduates’ first three years of […]

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  • A photo of University Green on a bright, sunny day

    Prospective Student Referral
    October 6, 2021 by

    Do you know a prospective student looking to find their fit at a university? Alumni are the university’s best ambassadors and student recruitment is a way in which all alumni can play a role. Refer that student to become a Cardinal and engage with us to learn more about our incredible University! Our Cardinal Referral […]

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  • Headshots of 2020 Student Philanthropy Award Winners

    2021 Philanthropy Award Winners
    July 8, 2021 by

    Congratulate our 2021 Philanthropy Award Winners! The Ball State University Foundation takes great pleasure in naming three outstanding graduates who earned the 2021 Philanthropy Award. Since 2016, the Foundation has been honoring students who strive to promote philanthropy education across campus and lead philanthropy initiatives that benefit Ball State University. We are dedicated to thanking […]

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