Chris Willis

When he’s coasting downhill and has a chance to catch his breath, Chris Willis, ’93 MA ’96, sometimes reflects on why he’s bicycling cross-country nearly 4,300 miles over the course of 57 days. Willis’ goal is to raise $51,000 for public education—$1,000 for each of the 51 school districts he plans to stay in during […]

Tiara Thomas

When singer-songwriter Tiara Thomas was a Ball State University student a little more than a decade ago, she said she wanted her music to matter, and she wanted to win a Grammy.

Charlie Cardinal and students cheer on the Cardinals

1960s Gary Wasson, ’68, Fort Wayne, IN, was honored in August 2020 with Indiana’s Circle of Corydon Award, which recognizes Hoosiers for remarkable contributions to the betterment of Indiana and its people. Wasson served as executive director of the Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission, director of operations for the Grand Wayne Center, Park Board commissioner, and […]

Alumnus Kyle Williams shares how his college experience has made him a passionate advocate for Ball State and inclusive excellence.

Dan Towriss waving flag at Indianapolis 500

David Letterman isn’t the only Cardinal with ties to the Indy 500. Businessmen Dan Towriss and Craig Dobbs are also involved through sponsorships.

Jonathon Scott

Alumnus Jonathan Scott provides a Top 10 list of ways to become “a better ally, for those who ID as straight, and cisgender.”