Category: Student Stories

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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Top 100 Student Highlight: Taylor Kelley

April 9, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

From the classroom to the community, Taylor Kelley is making her mark at Ball State University. A junior from New Palestine, Indiana, Taylor is pursuing a dual major in Elementary Education and Special Education: Exceptional Needs (K–6)—driven by a deep passion for teaching and helping others. Taylor’s hard work and leadership haven’t gone unnoticed. As […]

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Top 100 Student Highlight: Eleanor Witt

March 13, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

At Ball State University, students like Eleanor Witt exemplify Beneficence through academic excellence, leadership, and community impact. As a Top 100 Student Award recipient, she is among Ball State’s most outstanding undergraduates. A junior majoring in Special Education: Intense Interventions with additional licensure in Mild Interventions, Eleanor is passionate about working with students who need […]

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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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Emma Grubbs: Researching for Equity in School Psychology

March 7, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

For Emma Grubbs, pursuing a Ph.D. in School Psychology at Ball State University was about more than just advancing her education—it was about finding a program that aligned with her passion for research and meaningful change. “Ball State University had the exact program and training experience I was looking for in a graduate program,” Emma […]

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Building a Brighter Future: Commitment to Education and Leadership at Ball State

February 17, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

Josselline Valdez Salinas is a dedicated future educator whose journey at Ball State University is defined by resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to making a difference. From her early aspirations of becoming a teacher to her involvement in mentorship and advocacy, Josselline has embraced every opportunity to grow. With an unwavering dedication to education […]

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Future Educators Recognized at Ball State Men’s Basketball Game

February 9, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

MUNCIE, Ind. – Future educators took center court at the Ball State men’s basketball game on Saturday, February 8, as Teachers College recognized high school students who have committed to Ball State University for Fall 2025. The ceremony, held before tip-off, celebrated students who participated in the Flight Path to Teaching Adventure summer camp and […]

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Championing Education and Mental Health: Meet Tolulope Samuel Aworefa

February 5, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

At Ball State University, excellence and dedication define our students and alumni. One such individual is Tolulope Samuel Aworefa, a PhD candidate in Educational Psychology. With a deep passion for research and mentorship, Aworefa is making strides in understanding perfectionism and mental health in diverse cultural contexts. A Journey to Ball State Even from the […]

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Transforming Education: The Journey of Hadi ur Rahman Hadi at Ball State

January 13, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

Hadi ur Rahman Hadi’s journey at Ball State University is one of determination, resilience, and hope. As a doctoral student in Adult and Community Education, Hadi is charting a path to not only enrich his own knowledge but also with the goal to rebuild the educational landscape in his homeland of Afghanistan. His story is […]

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Leadership Exploration: Experience Ireland during Spring Break

January 7, 2025 by Debbie Roberts

By Belinda Bulla and Rachel Geesa Are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Picture yourself strolling through the cobblestone streets of Dublin, soaking in the rich history and culture of Ireland, all while honing your leadership skills and earning academic credits. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not! Welcome to […]

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