Tyler Ford referees several players during a game.

Tyler Ford, a young alumnus, has gone from refereeing and overseeing intramural sports to the pros as one of the youngest referees in the NBA, running alongside the league’s stars.

Andy Catron stands outside theater with lights and name of the Broadway musical "Aladdin."

Theater alumnus credits passion and college experiences to his success in a career as a lighting technician for some of Broadway’s biggest musicals.

Janet Arias-Martinez is talking to three students.

Educational opportunities at Ball State and beyond shaped Janet Arias-Martinez into the passionate advocate she is today.

A collage of several photos from past commencements is shown

Ball State alumni think back and share their best advice on social media for graduating seniors of the Class of 2017 nearing Commencement.

Eric Gentry poses for a photo in his graduation cap and gown

Eric Gentry, a Navy veteran and non-traditional college student, made it his mission to overcome challenges and graduate with a degree in May 2017.

A library employee poses for a photo in front of a colorful wall with a mural of words.

Alumna Akilah Nosakhere returns home to work for the Muncie Public Library and partners with two immersive learning classes to help the community.

Scott Wise poses for a photo in front of a mural inside his Muncie restaurant

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]here’s a secret, of sorts, to Scott Wise’s business success. Wise, ’95, founder of Scotty’s Brewhouse, started with a single site in the Village near Ball State and slowly over time, has added locations around Indiana. But what’s likely to happen next could surprise even Wise, who is the hardest worker and biggest believer in […]