Parents and children attend a "Baby and Me" class

A free course through Ball State’s Counseling Practicum Clinic helps caregivers support infant development while providing counseling psychology doctoral students with hands-on clinical training.

A Ball State cheerleader smiles while holding a sign that reads "Chirp! Chirp!"

Director of Athletics Jeff Mitchell outlines how Ball State is adapting to revenue sharing, evolving roster strategies, and the growing importance of philanthropy in college athletics.

Two students looking at computer screen

A temporary downtown studio in Muncie’s historic Columbia Theater Building gives Ball State architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning students hands-on experience with community-focused projects.

Lou Hensley (left) and Caleb Murray (right), both smiling and dressed in suits.

Aspida CEO Lou Hensley, ’91, supports Ball State through philanthropy, service on the Ball State University Foundation Board, student mentorship, and recruiting Cardinals for internships and careers.

Woman standing in front a wall mural that says "Elwood"

Ball State’s Indiana County Ambassador Program and new Talent Pipeline Toolkit help connect students, employers, and local leaders to strengthen workforce opportunities across the state.

Josselline Valdez Salinas in front of white board

Army National Guard member and first-generation student Josselline Valdez Salinas, ’25, overcame financial and family challenges at Ball State while preparing for a career as a bilingual elementary educator.

Frog baby statue on campus with spring flowers

Editor’s Note: The following notices of deaths were received and processed by University staff during the University’s Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025.