The BA Chirp

A blog to keep you in the know

Author: Kamille Webb

  • Workiversaries – July
    July 1, 2024 by

    Happy WORKIVERSARY to all of our Business Affairs family who have reached one year or more of service in June! We are thankful for all that you do. Ken Johnson Director of Printing Services 39 Gregory Graham Director of Facilities Planning 38 Monica Kappes Building Services Supervisor 33 Phil Lavanchy Pest Control Applicator 30 Kimbra […]

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  • Engagement matters to individuals
    July 1, 2024 by

    An employee’s engagement affects: reported levels of stress at work bringing home stress to family and friends anxiety and depression levels cholesterol levels When it comes to employee wellbeing, engagement levels have a much greater effect than other corporate policies such as hours worked, flextime and vacation time.     Sources: State of the American […]

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  • The Story of Learning & Development
    July 1, 2024 by

    Hello everyone!  My name is Charity Coffman and I am the Assistant Director of Organizational Development and Learning here at Ball State.  My role sits inside the Office of Engagement, Wellbeing, and Culture which is a part of the Office for People and Culture (formerly Human Resources.) What is the purpose of the work performed […]

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  • The BA Chirp: July Issue 2024
    July 1, 2024 by

    Hi, July. You are magic. You’re the midpoint, but also the 7th month. You’re at the threshold of the second half, but not too far along to course correct. You’re a good space and place to face anything holding us back from being our best selves. A thought to consider is whether we have created […]

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  • Warm Welcomes – July 2024
    July 1, 2024 by

    A BIG warm welcome and congratulations to the new Cardinals who joined the Business Affairs family in June! Taylor Andrews Food Service Worker Bridget Carroll Bookkeeper and Auditor Jordan Perry Food Service Custodian Jonathan Posthuma Food Service Custodian Phillip Priddy Staff Accountant

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  • July 2024 Recipe
    July 1, 2024 by

    Cowboy Caviar July is National Grilling Month. It’s time to stock up on your favorite meats, plant-based items, veggies, and fruits. Word on the BA streets is that Darrell Clark, our AVP for People and Culture, thinks he’s the Pit Master. Does anyone want to challenge that? Send pics to kcwebb@bsu.edu. We’d like to see […]

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  • Enduring Values: Inclusiveness-New Doors
    June 24, 2024 by

    It’s the final week of our month-long celebration of our enduring value, Inclusiveness. Our possibilities and opportunities broaden when we surround ourselves with different people and perspectives. Andre Woodley, Jr. said, “Every person is a new door to a different world.”  What worlds have been unlocked for you? How have your worlds transformed? How have […]

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  • Enduring Values: Inclusiveness – Wiser & Better
    June 17, 2024 by

    It’s week three of our month-long celebration of our enduring value, Inclusiveness. We’d like to take a moment to celebrate that Ball State University has embedded it in our values. Pat Wador said, “When we listen and celebrate what is both common and different, we become wiser, more inclusive, and better as an organization.”  The […]

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  • Enduring Value: Inclusiveness – Togetherness
    June 10, 2024 by

    It’s week two of our month-long celebration of our Enduring Value, Inclusiveness. Henry Ford said, “coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” In what ways can you strengthen the bonds of your team? Are there opportunities to add new skillsets and perspectives by bringing new members to the […]

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  • Warm Welcomes – June 2024
    June 3, 2024 by

    A BIG warm welcome and congratulations to the new Cardinals who joined the Business Affairs family in May! Gabriella Block Accountant and Project Manager Ryan Burris Custodian Bailey Logan Plumber Bryce McAbee PT Food Service Worker Penni Taylor Travel Specialist

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