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Dan Towriss stands with his arms crossed wearing a headset inside a stadium.
September 29, 2025InAlumni

Ball State Graduate Dan Towriss is Driving Change on a Global Stage

Ball State alumnus Dan Towriss, ’94, has grown Group 1001 into a multibillion-dollar firm, launched Gainbridge, invested in Formula 1 and global motorsports, and supported philanthropy in Muncie and beyond.

Student at Carnegie Recognition
September 29, 2025InPeople, Students

Ball State Achieves Rare Dual Carnegie Recognition for Research Excellence and Student Impact

Four adults pose confidently with arms crossed in front of illustrated houses, trees, and a lively community scene
September 29, 2025InCommunity, People

Indiana Communities Institute at Ball State Builds Stronger Communities Statewide

Syndal Hittson and Dr. Michael Tagler looking at laptop
September 29, 2025InAcademics, Faculty, Research, Students

Ball State Teacher-Scholar Program Transforms Students into Researchers

Mike Shebek stands in front of the Shebek Stadium with his arms crossed in a red Ball State pullover.
September 29, 2025InAlumni, Alumni Features, Athletics

How Mike Shebek’s Journey of Resilience Led Back to Ball State Baseball

Two student, Anna McCreary and Trinity Czarnik gather in front of a laptop in the design studio.
September 29, 2025InAcademics, Faculty, Students

OneCreative Mentorship Program Connects Ball State Graphic Design Students with Alumni

Luke Dalton sits in a cockpit in sunglasses taking a selfie with a thumbs up.
September 29, 2025InAthletics, People, Students

Luke Dalton Balances Ball State Football and Flight Training

Person on bed with ankle wrapped, Charlie cardinal in background and nursing student tending to ankle
September 29, 2025InAcademics, Community, Students

Community Volunteers Help Ball State Nursing Students Gain Real-World Experience

Jill Lacy in the student center
September 29, 2025InAlumni, Alumni Features, People

Ball State Alumna Jill Lacy Leads Through Service and Philanthropy

September 29, 2025InFaculty

Ball State University Welcomes New Leaders for 2025–26 Academic Year

Student in the career center office
September 29, 2025InPeople

Ball State University Career Center Recognized for Student-Centered Career Development

Smiling man (Kieth A. Robinson) in a blue suit and pink tie poses outdoors in front of a brick building
September 29, 2025InAlumni, Alumni Features, People

From Ball State to Public Service: Dr. Keith Robinson’s Journey in Education and Leadership

all State student wearing a headset raises arms in celebration while competing in an esports match.
September 29, 2025InCampus Life, Students

Ball State Esports Dominates 2024 Season With Rocket League Undefeated Run

Kate Doerksen
March 13, 2025InAlumni, Alumni Features

Taking the shot: how Kate Doerksen turned athletic grit into business success

March 13, 2025InAlumni, Community

A Decade of Wonder: Ball State Celebrates Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Brian Haynes. Photo courtesy of Kevin Liles/Atlanta Braves.
March 13, 2025InAlumni, Alumni Features

From Military Service to Major League Security

Damon Hewlin
March 13, 2025InAlumni Features, People

A Bold Declaration—and the Journey to Make it a Reality

Ball State NABJ student chapter earns national recognition
March 13, 2025InAcademics, People

Ball State NABJ Student Chapter Earns National Recognition

Apsara Sakbun
October 1, 2024InAlumni, Alumni Features, People

Swimming to Paris

students in athletics film room
October 1, 2024InStudents

Meaningful Connections for Major Impact

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