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Lynette was named Advisor of the Year by the Office of Student Life in 2016.<\/p><\/div>\n

A Calling Discovered Early<\/span><\/h3>\n

For Lynette Varner \u201980, \u201984, a career in education wasn\u2019t something she stumbled into, it was a calling she recognized early and followed with intention.<\/p>\n

\u201cI always knew I wanted to be a teacher,\u201d she recalls. \u201cI used to play teacher in the neighbor’s garage as I gathered the neighborhood children together in the summers.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That early passion was affirmed in high school through a cadet teaching experience, where she worked one-on-one with a student with special needs. \u201cThis confirmed my career choice,\u201d Varner says. From the very beginning, her path was shaped by service, care, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of others.<\/p>\n

Choosing Ball State: An Investment in Purpose<\/span><\/h3>\n

When it came time to choose a university, Ball State stood out, not just for its reputation, but for what it represented.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy parents taught us that education was the key to a better life,\u201d Varner shares. \u201cBall State was known as the premier school in Indiana for educators. There was no question at the time that BSU Teachers College was THE PLACE to go to get the best education if you were planning on being a teacher.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

That belief: that education is both a privilege and a responsibility would later shape her commitment to giving back to the institution that gave her so much.<\/p>\n

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Lynette with a photo of Charlie Cardinal in Paris.<\/p><\/div>\n

When Passion Met Practice<\/span><\/h3>\n

One of Varner\u2019s most vivid memories as a Ball State student came during her very first practicum experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cI remember painstakingly creating transparencies to support the book that I was teaching about, There\u2019s No Such Thing as a Dragon<\/em>,\u201d she says. \u201cI don\u2019t remember the activity, but I do remember a sense of accomplishment as on that day I knew that I was meant to be a teacher.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

It was a defining moment, one that grounded her identity as an educator and set the stage for decades of meaningful work in classrooms, schools, and beyond.<\/p>\n

Staying to Serve: From Alumna to Educator of Educators<\/span><\/h3>\n

After graduation, Varner spent years teaching in public and Catholic schools, serving students across grade levels and eventually stepping into leadership as a principal. But in 2002, her journey came full circle when she returned to Ball State, this time as a faculty member.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy role as a practicum instructor allowed me to simultaneously make connections with BSU students and classroom educators,\u201d she explains. \u201cI really enjoyed developing relationships.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Her work as a Professional Development School (PDS) liaison strengthened partnerships between Ball State and local schools, reinforcing a shared commitment to growth, mentorship, and service.<\/p>\n

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Dinner in Germany as part of the Student Teaching in Germany program at Ball State (2017).<\/p><\/div>\n

Teaching with Purpose, and Passing It On<\/span><\/h3>\n

Among the many courses she taught, EDEL 350: Teaching in the Elementary Education Classroom held a special place in Varner\u2019s heart. A practicum course for elementary education majors, EDEL 350 bridges theory and practice, immersing students in real classroom settings while focusing on instruction, classroom organization, and management.<\/p>\n

\u201cI enjoyed helping them acquire the knowledge and pedagogical background they needed for their varied classroom settings,\u201d Varner says. \u201cIt was awesome to see them morph into confident, competent teachers.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Because the course places students directly in elementary classrooms, Varner had a front-row seat to their growth, watching them apply what they were learning, reflect on their practice, and develop the confidence needed to lead their own classrooms. Each semester concluded with a meaningful ritual, as students officially pledged their commitment to supporting every learner, symbolically marking the moment they had \u201cmoved to the teacher side\u201d of the desk.<\/p>\n

For Varner, the course wasn\u2019t just about preparing future teachers; it was about passing on a responsibility to serve students with care, intention, and professionalism, an ethos that continues to shape her legacy at Teachers College.<\/p>\n

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Commemorating ADKCC being chartered.<\/p><\/div>\n

Service Beyond the Classroom: Alpha Delta Kappa Collegiate Club<\/span><\/h3>\n

Varner\u2019s dedication to giving back extended well beyond her formal teaching roles. In 2016, she co-founded the Alpha Delta Kappa Collegiate Club (ADKCC) at Ball State, the very first of its kind in the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat I love most about the club is that the education students have opportunities to serve in their communities, develop their leadership skills, network with other education students and network with practicing and retired teachers,\u201d she says.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Rooted in altruism, educational excellence, and service, the club continues to thrive. Even after retiring in 2021, Varner remains deeply involved, hosting officers in her home and ensuring the club stays connected to the broader community. In March 2026, ADKCC will celebrate its 10th anniversary at Ball State, a milestone built on generosity, mentorship, and shared purpose.<\/p>\n

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Germany 2024<\/p><\/div>\n

Expanding Horizons: Supporting Students Abroad<\/span><\/h3>\n

Varner\u2019s passion for service also took her across borders. Since 2013, she has supervised Ball State student teachers in Germany, including multiple placements at Ramstein Air Force Base.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is such a pivotal time for our student teachers as they experience immense personal and professional growth,\u201d she says. \u201cI love watching them transform as they learn how to physically and metaphorically navigate the world beyond Indiana.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

By supporting students during these formative international experiences, Varner has helped them grow not only as educators, but as global citizens, another meaningful way she continues to give back.<\/p>\n

Why Giving Back Matters<\/span><\/h3>\n

At the heart of Varner\u2019s philanthropy is gratitude.<\/p>\n

\u201cI feel very blessed by the education and opportunities that were afforded to me in Teachers College,\u201d she shares. \u201cI was able to grow and thrive because of the leadership teams\u2026and I want to see this heritage of helping to continue to be a hallmark of a BSU education.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Her support of Teachers College is rooted in a desire to ensure future generations of educators have access to the same rich, transformative experiences that shaped her own journey.<\/p>\n

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Berlin 2024<\/p><\/div>\n

A Grateful Reflection, and a Lasting Legacy<\/span><\/h3>\n

As she reflects on her career, Varner is quick to acknowledge the many mentors, colleagues, and leaders who supported her along the way, from her first-grade teacher, Mrs. Rhodes, to former Teachers College Dean Dr. Roy Weaver, whose leadership \u201cset the tone and created an atmosphere where the faculty could flourish.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve been fortunate over the years to have such great support from so many,\u201d she says.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Through her teaching, mentorship, service, and philanthropy, Lynette Varner has built a legacy defined by generosity and purpose, one that continues to shape Teachers College and the educators it prepares for years to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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