Ball State University Miller College of Business

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Lakshika N. Kuruppuarachchi, recipient of Ball State University’s 2026 Rawlings Outstanding Distance Education Teaching Award!

Lakshika, an assistant teaching professor of information systems and operations management in the Miller College of Business, was recognized for creating engaging, applied learning experiences for online students.

Her courses help students connect complex quantitative concepts to real-world business challenges, including through industry-engaged capstone projects.

We are proud to celebrate Lakshika and the impact she is making on our students. Read more about Ball State’s 2026 award recipients: https://blogs.bsu.edu/2026/08/24/celebrating-excellence-ball-state-honors-2026-award-recipients/

08/31/2026

From Muncie to China—and a whole new perspective on economics. 🌏

Miller College students Aaron Turner and Katherine Wilcox spent a week in China this summer as part of the 2026 China–U.S. Youth Future Climate Leaders Exchange Program.

They toured environmental and green technology sites, worked with American and Chinese students on climate-related challenges, and saw firsthand how economics, policy, technology, and sustainability intersect.

And just as important, they built relationships and learned from people whose experiences and perspectives are different from their own.

Read more about their experience: https://blogs.bsu.edu/2026/08/03/ball-state-economics-students-participate-in-u-s-china-exchange-program-to-explore-environmental-innovation-and-solutions/

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Two Students from Ball State’s Miller College of Business Explore Climate Issues and Solutions through Collaboration at the 2026 U.S.–China Exchange Program

08/28/2026

Please join us in welcoming Julie Sharp to the Miller College of Business Executive Advisory Board!

Julie is President of Equity Investments at Merchants Capital, where she leads the company’s affordable housing tax credit syndication business. The platform has raised more than $3 billion from institutional investors to support affordable housing across the country.

Julie earned undergraduate degrees in Accounting and Economics from Miller College and remains actively involved in the affordable housing and real estate industries. We are proud to welcome her back to Miller College in this important advisory role.

08/26/2026

Welcome back to campus, Miller College students! 🎉

Looking for a great spot to recharge, catch up on studying, or connect with classmates between lectures? The newly remodeled Miller College Student Lounge is officially open for the semester!

Drop in, find a comfortable place to work, and get ready for a great year. See you there! 📚✨

08/25/2026

Ball State Cardinals, meet one of our own: Corey Parchman. 🏈

Corey made his mark at Ball State as one of the fastest players in college football and still holds the longest kick return in Ball State and NCAA history—a record that even landed him on The Late Show with David Letterman. He later played for five NFL teams, including the Colts and Packers.

But football was only the beginning. Corey went on to build a successful career in real estate and development as founder of CorePar Holdings and CorePar Development. He is also a bestselling author and founded two nonprofit preschools serving underserved communities.

Today, Corey lives in Indianapolis with his wife, Dr. Elisha Parchman, and their son, Corey Jr.

We hope to see you on August 27th for the Miller College of Business Dialogue along with the Conversations in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Series , featuring Corey Parchman!

📍 Location: Student Center Ballroom

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

From Ball State football to business, authorship, and community impact, Corey’s story is a great example of where a Cardinal journey can lead. ❤️

08/24/2026

Today marks the first day of the fall semester at Ball State University, as students return to campus for a new academic year.

Our incoming freshmen are navigating their first classes, and returning students are picking up where they left off. The energy on campus reflects what makes Ball State a place of growth, opportunity, and community.

08/21/2026

Congratulations to this year’s Ball State Alumni Award recipients!

Our alumni help make the Miller College community stronger in so many ways. They mentor students, share their experiences in our classrooms, participate in events, create connections, and give back with their time and expertise.

We’re grateful for the many Ball State alumni who continue to stay connected and invest in today’s students—and proud to celebrate this year’s honorees!

Announcing the 2026 Alumni Awards Recipients Ball State University alumni are making a difference across the globe. From launching innovative businesses to advancing journalism, biology, education, public service, the arts, and countless other fields, Cardinals continue to lead with purpose and make...

08/19/2026

Welcome back, Miller College students!

Dean Cathy DuBois has a message for the year ahead. Watch the video—and if you see her around Whitinger, be sure to say hello.

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08/17/2026

Tomorrow (8/18/26) is a big day for our newest Business Cardinals!

Beginning at 2 p.m., new Miller College students will meet classmates, connect with faculty and staff, learn about campus resources, and begin finding their place in the Miller College community.

We’re excited to welcome you to Whitinger Business Building and help you get your Ball State experience started.

See you tomorrow! https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/08/18/miller-college-of-business-week-of-welcome-events?date=2026-08-18

08/13/2026

What can happen when you say yes to opportunities before you feel completely ready?

For Ball State senior Torin Dove, it led to the CFA Research Challenge, co-founding the Investment Club, studying abroad, earning a double major in Finance and Economics—and recognition as one of Ball State’s Top 50 Students.

As he prepares to graduate a semester early, Torin reflects on the people and experiences that helped shape his Miller College journey.

▶️ Watch the video to hear Torin’s story.