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05/05/2026

For Laura Vanderkam, sharing insights on time management and productivity has been a defining part of her career. She’s the author of several books, including her newest release, Big Time: A Simple Path to Time Abundance, out today, May 5, 2026. 📚

As an Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities alumni, her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune, and she co-hosts the podcasts Before Breakfast and Best of Both Worlds.

Want to learn how her story begins? Check out the latest feature only on the Ball State Foundation Blog! ✍️

https://blogs.bsu.edu/foundation/2026/05/05/redefining-time/

05/04/2026

We are still thinking about this weekend! Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We wish all nothing but the best! ❤️ 🎓 🎉

05/01/2026

Time to sign off! ✍️

Congrats to all our students for finishing another semester at Ball State University, and a special congratulations to those turning the tassel this year! 🎓

04/22/2026

An achievement for the history books! 🎉

Ball State’s “Our Call to Beneficence” campaign has reached its original $350 million goal, fueled by nearly 60,000 gifts, and the incredible support from alumni, friends, and benefactors!

The campaign continues through June 30, 2027, to expand scholarships, programs, innovation, and more.

Read about what is to come: https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-reaches-350-million-milestone-in-our-call-to-beneficence-campaign

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Ball State University has reached its $350 million goal for

04/21/2026

In the latest edition of the Ball State Magazine, the stories of both Steve Anderson and Ron Fauquher are showcased for their leadership and support of our Ball State community. Their mission to serve is a driving force for Cardinals today! 🙌

Hear their stories and the legacy of impact that they leave today, and more like them in the Ball State Magazine! ⤵️

Ball State recognized Steve Anderson and Ron Fauquher with Honorary Alumni and Distinguished Alumni awards for decades of leadership, philanthropy, and service to the University and Muncie community.

04/16/2026

Congratulations to several of our Ball State University Foundation team members celebrating milestone work anniversaries, ranging from 10 to 30 years!

Your dedication, consistency, and commitment have made a lasting impact not only on us but on all of Ball State University. Thank you for everything! ❤️

04/14/2026

One of our favorite stories from the latest edition of the Ball State Magazine! Hear how Josselline Valdez Salinas, '25, inspired and persevered through it all during her time at Ball State University! 🙌

First-generation graduate and Army National Guard member Josselline Valdez Salinas, ’25, overcame challenges at Ball State and now prepares to teach as a bilingual elementary educator.

04/09/2026

The Women of Beneficence at Ball State are championing innovative ideas that take learning beyond the classroom! 🌱📚

Congratulations to this year’s grant recipients and the impactful work that lies ahead!

Check out the article to discover how these initiatives are making a difference for students and the community 🙌

Ball State University’s Women of Beneficence has awarded its annual round of grants to Ball State faculty and staff members.