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  • Beyond the Nest: Heather Ervin
    March 12, 2026 by

    Meet Heather Ervin! Heather is a two-time graduate of Ball State’s College of Health. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work in 2011 and a Master of Arts in Applied Gerontology in 2018. Chirp Chirp to this difference maker!   What led you to your graduate program at BSU? I wanted to move forward in […]

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  • Beyond the Nest: Kyle Kedra
    March 12, 2026 by

    Meet Kyle Kedra! Kyle is a two-time Cardinal graduate. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology and Geographical Information Systems with a minor in Telecommunications in 2017. He stayed at Ball State and earned his Master of Arts in Sports Administration in 2019. Kyle was a cheerleader during his time at Ball State and […]

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  • Beyond the Nest: Kelly Agnew
    March 11, 2026 by

    Meet Kelly Agnew! Kelly is a two-time Cardinal graduate. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Public Relations with minors in Marketing and Psychology in 1996. Kelly came back to earn a Master of Arts in Elementary Education in 2001. Kelly spends a lot of her time cheering on the BSU Swimming and […]

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  • Beyond the Nest: Jake Brehmer
    February 26, 2026 by

    Meet Jake Brehmer! Jake has two degrees from Ball State. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Biology in 2014 and a Master of Arts in Biology with a concentration on Environmental Science in 2017. Jake dove for the men’s swimming and diving team during his undergrad and coached following graduation. Chirp Chirp!   […]

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  • Beyond the Nest: Dr. Denny Morrison
    February 26, 2026 by

    Meet Dr. Denny Morrison! Dr. Morrison has several degrees from Ball State. His first degree was a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Biological Science in 1973, followed by a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology in 1974. Dr. Morrison earned another Master of Arts in Exercise Physiology in 1984 and a PhD in Counseling […]

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  • Beyond the Nest: Alumna Michele Clark
    February 24, 2026 by

    What led you to your graduate program at BSU?  I attended BSU for my undergrad, and loved the psychology program. When I started researching grad school options, it was obvious that Ball State was the best fit for my needs and career goals. I loved that I could double major in Social Psychology and Clinical […]

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  • Pathways Program Feature: Dr. Luis Orozco
    December 3, 2025 by

    Why did you begin working as a Pathways mentor? I began working as a Pathways mentor because I believe mentorship is one of the most impactful ways to support student success, especially for those navigating complex academic and professional environments. I was fortunate to have had great mentors during my doctoral program at Teachers College, […]

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  • Money Moves: How Grad  Students Can Leverage Ball State’s Financial Wellness Service
    November 10, 2025 by

    Starting a graduate program often means juggling tuition, living costs, research expenses, possibly family commitments—and the financial stress can add up quickly. At Ball State, the Office of Student Financial Services offers a dedicated Financial Wellness program to help you build confidence with your money instead of letting it weigh on your mind.  Why Is […]

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  • Fellowship Award Winner: Smrita Acharya!
    August 14, 2024 by

    Where is your hometown? My hometown is Kathmandu, Nepal. What are a few of your favorite hobbies? Some of my favorite hobbies include reading fiction, poetry and hiking in nature. I also enjoy cooking dishes that remind me of my mom’s kitchen. Where did you obtain your bachelor’s and/or master’s degrees, what were your major(s)? […]

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