BSU Educational Leadership

We are thrilled to spotlight Dr. Kat Stephens-Peace, Assistant Professor of Higher Education, whose upcoming virtual talk, Charting My Universe: Research, Methodology, and the Making of a Critical Creative Scholar, invites audiences into the heart of their research universe. Hosted by the College of Education and Human Development at The University of Maine, this is a wonderful opportunity to join scholars and students across the field on May 11th at 1-2 pm EST as Dr. Stephens-Peace maps the intersections of higher education, neurodivergence, Black disability studies and creative methodology. Register for the Zoom here:

Project TIDES Events The Project TIDES team and postdoctoral researchers will contribute fundamental knowledge about the science of broadening participating to support full-inclusion of all persons in STEM learning and work through a series of workshops.

🎓 Congratulations to our incredible Ed Leadership graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and passion for making a difference in education have truly paid off. The future of leadership is in great hands because of you!

A special thank you to our inspiring speaker, Dr. Hugh Jackman, for sharing wisdom and insight that will continue to guide our graduates on their journey ahead.

Here’s to new beginnings, bold leadership, and lasting impact! 👏✨

Have a great summer, Cardinals!

📚 Leadership in Action: Meet Camille Drummer

Camille, a freshman majoring in Early Childhood Education, is making a meaningful impact at Ball State. She shares that her favorite part of leadership is advocating for others and creating space for them to be seen and heard.

We could not be more proud of Dr. Matt Kegley, BSU Alum, who has been appointed to be the next HSE Superintendent!!!

Hamilton Southeastern Schools board formally appoints superintendent Dr. Matt Kegley recently served as HSE Schools deputy superintendent before he was appointed interim superintendent following the resignation of Pat Mapes.

📚 Leadership in Action: Meet Meghan Sawitzke

Meghan, a senior majoring in Journalism and Public Relations, is making a meaningful impact at Ball State through the Leadership Development minor. She views leadership as guiding and supporting others to be their best. Through her writing, she has also come to recognize the impact her work has on others!

📚 Leadership in Action: Meet Claire Laffin

Claire, a senior double majoring in English Education and Interpersonal Communication, is making a meaningful impact at Ball State. She emphasizes the importance of communication, trust, and integrity in effective leadership.

Finals week is here, Cardinals! Wishing all our students focus, confidence, and a strong finish to the semester. The Department of Educational Leadership is cheering you on. You’ve got this!

📚 Leadership in Action: Meet Chelsea Murdock

Chelsea, a junior majoring in Secondary English Education, is making a meaningful impact at Ball State. As outgoing President of the Student Government Association, she supports and advocates for the student body. She also emphasizes the importance of community, collaboration, and intentionality.

See how Heidi's leadership journey highlights the meaningful impact of student leadership across campus.

✨ BSU Educational Leadership: Leadership in Action Spotlight ✨

Meet Heidi Burke, a sophomore Elementary Education major who is making her mark through leadership at Ball State!

From hands-on classroom experience in the Teacher Apprenticeship program to representing Ball State at the State House, Heidi has embraced every opportunity to grow as a student and leader. She’s also helping amplify student voices through the Dean’s Student Advisory Board, all while building meaningful connections along the way.

Her advice? “Connect with teachers and professors.”

Read more about Heidi’s journey and how leadership can take shape in so many ways: https://ow.ly/jjfE50YNJwH