Category: Alumni

Believing in Herself: Theresa Jameson’s Journey to Leadership and Advocacy at Ball State

May 27, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

When Theresa Jameson started her master’s degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Early Childhood at Ball State University, she had a clear goal: to grow as an educator and position herself for leadership. What she didn’t expect was how much personal transformation would come along with it. From developing research skills to finding […]

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Honoring a Trailblazer: Nylah Cox, Jessie Nixon Award Recipient

May 19, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

As a Family and Child Life Studies major from Indianapolis, Indiana, Nylah Cox’s journey at Ball State University has been one marked by leadership, service, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference. Recently honored with the Jessie Nixon Award, Nylah is celebrating the impact she’s made on campus—and the powerful legacy she now carries […]

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Impact, Innovation, and Inspiration: Teachers College End of the Year Celebration

May 7, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

On Thursday, May 1, the L.A. Pittenger Student Center Ballroom was filled with celebration as Teachers College came together for the annual End of the Year Celebration. The event honored the outstanding achievements of faculty and staff whose contributions embody the mission and spirit of the college. From groundbreaking research and transformative teaching to meaningful […]

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Shaping the Future of Learning: Eli Jones’ Journey in Educational Innovation

April 29, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

At the intersection of research, practice, and community engagement stands Eli Jones, a Ph.D. candidate in Educational Studies at Ball State University and the Director of Academic Innovation and Community Engagement at Burris Laboratory School. A visionary educator, Eli is using his doctoral work—and his current leadership role—to reimagine what learning can and should look […]

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Ball State Represented at 2025 AERA Annual Meeting

April 21, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

This week, faculty, students, and alumni from Ball State University’s Teachers College will head to Denver, Colorado to participate in the 2025 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, held April 23–27. As one of the most prestigious gatherings of educational researchers in the world, the AERA Annual Meeting brings together scholars and practitioners to […]

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Celebrating the Legacy of the EXEL-O Program: A Reunion to Remember

March 11, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

By Belinda Bulla and Rachel Geesa Welcome Back, EXEL-O Family and Friends The Experimental Elementary Overseas (EXEL-O) 50th-year reunion this past fall was a resounding success, bringing together alumni, faculty, and friends to celebrate a program that left an indelible mark on its participants. On a crisp October day in 2024 at Teachers College, laughter, […]

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Inspiring Minds and Transforming Math Education: Meet Joseph Gyamerah Asante

January 22, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

“The love for the process of learning, the excitement to share knowledge, and the passion for the subject math led me to pursue a career in education,” says Joseph Gyamerah Asante, Assistant Lecturer of Mathematics at the Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities. Asante’s journey into education began with a simple yet profound goal: […]

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Empowering Education: The Legacy of Barbara Wind

January 18, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

Barbara Wind’s journey in education began at a time when opportunities for women were limited, yet her determination and passion propelled her to extraordinary heights. With a bachelor’s degree (1962) and a master’s degree (1964) in Elementary Education from Ball State University, Barbara’s career has left an indelible mark on early childhood education in Indiana […]

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Building Bridges: How Teachers College Shaped a Leader in Education

January 2, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

For Victor Leon Powell, Ball State University was more than just a steppingstone to his career; it was a transformative experience that cultivated his passion for educational leadership and his commitment to public service. With a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Supervision, Powell graduated in 2009, armed not just with knowledge but with […]

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Season’s Greetings from Teachers College

December 18, 2024 by Debbie Roberts

As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and dedication to the values of education. Your commitment to shaping the future is a constant inspiration. We wish you joy, peace, and fulfillment in the coming year, and look forward to all that we […]

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