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$ 1,426,291 raised 7,411 gifts
Rinker Center for Global Affairs has raised $ 5,752 from 75 gifts!
Rinker Center for Global Affairs
Rinker Center for Global Affairs

The Rinker Center for Global Affairs connects Ball State University with the world through innovative global education opportunities. Comprised of Study Abroad, International Student  Success, Global Academic Partnerships, Global Initiatives, and the Intensive English Institute, the Rinker Center is a central hub for global education for students, faculty, and staff. 

Learn more about the great programs and resources available through the Rinker Center for Global Affairs.

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This year we invite you to celebrate One Ball State Day with a gift to any of our three funds described below.

 

1) Scholarships -- Alumni Fund for Study Abroad  
This fund provides study abroad alumni a way to “pay it forward” for current and future Cardinals Abroad. Gifts to the Alumni Fund for Study Abroad expand access to life-changing experiences through direct-to-student study abroad scholarships. Your contribution supports students, like Kate, as they take advantage of the opportunity to learn and grow outside the classroom. Students on spring or winter break, summer, or semester-long study abroad will benefit from your generous gift to the Alumni Fund. Students can also choose from more than a dozen faculty led study abroad courses, where they have the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts in biology, architecture, economics, theatre, and more! This year nearly 400 BSU students will participate in a study abroad program! Your help can grow that number for years to come.

 

Hear Kate share the impact of scholarships on her study abroad experience:



2) International Student Emergencies -- Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund
Katherine  Koontz, a beloved and regular presence at the Ball State International House, opened her heart and home to countless international students. In 1978 a fund was established in her memory which provides vital emergency assistance to international students facing unforeseen financial challenges ensuring they can continue their academic journey. 


We invite you to support the Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund as part of One Ball State Day. 


Imagine stepping off the plane, a world away from home, ready to embark on an incredible academic adventure. But what happens when the unexpected strikes? A sudden illness, a family crisis, or unforeseen travel complications can derail even the best-laid plans. This fund provides micro-grants of up to $500 to an international student facing a non-tuition financial emergency, allowing them to focus on their studies and continuing making progress towards degree completion. 


Your contribution to the Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund carries on her legacy, but also helps international students stay on track academically and continue contributing to our vibrant global community at Ball State.


 

3) Passport Access -- Study Abroad General Fund 

Gifts to the Study Abroad General Fund can support initiatives such as passport access grants, which help remove financial barriers  for students eager to study abroad, but lack the $165 needed to apply for a new passport. Travel documents such as passports and visa can be a disqualifying barrier for many students wanting to study abroad. Eligible students can apply for a micro-grant to assist with some of the "start up" costs associated with studying abroad.
Your  support makes study abroad possible—from the very first stamp in a  student’s passport to the life-changing experiences that follow. Join us this One Ball State Day in opening the world to more Cardinals!


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Donor Locations
Rank State Gifts
1 IN 55
2 NY 4
3 OH 3
Leaderboard
Morning Leaderboard
The four departments/units/teams with the most donors by 10 a.m. receives $3,000, $2,000, $1,000, and $500 in challenge funds.
Rank Prize Department/Unit/Team Donors
1 $3,000 Theatre & Dance 131
2 $2,000 Indiana Academy 86
3 $1,000 Field Hockey 70
4 $500 Communication Studies 56
5 Football 48
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Non Academic / Non Athletic Leaderboard
The four non academic/non-athletic areas with the biggest percentage of increased gifts from OBSD 2025 will receive $3,000, $2,000 and $1,000 and $500.
Rank Prize Non-Academic / Non-Athletic Area % +/- Goal
1 $3,000 Proud Ball State Parents & Families +250.00% 35
goal: 10
2 $2,000 Learning Center +140.00% 48
goal: 20
3 $1,000 Undergraduate Research & Creative Project Support +81.25% 29
goal: 16
4 $500 Indiana Public Radio +43.59% 56
goal: 39
5 Ball State University Police Department +41.90% 149
goal: 105
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Who is giving?
Which part of the Ball State family is making the biggest impact on One Ball State Day?
What is your affiliation to Ball State University
Rank Answer Donors
1 Alumni 2,210
2 Friend 911
3 Employee 828
4 Parent 712
5 Student 441
6 Young Alumni (2016-2026) 242
7 Indiana Academy Alum 112
8 Emeritus/Retired 71
9 Burris Alum 15
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The First 5 Non Academic Challenge
The first 5 non-academic department/area/program/team to receive a gift will each receive $500 in challenge funds
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Student Donor Challenge
5 randomly selected student donors will receive $250 to designate to the fund of their choice.
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The First Four Challenge
The first student, employee, parent, and alumni donor will each receive $250 given to the fund their gift went to.
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First 5 Academic Departments
The first 5 academic departments to receive a gift will each receive $500 in challenge funds.
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First International Alum Challenge
The first international alum to make a gift from abroad on One Ball State Day will get $500 in challenge funds designated to the fund their gift went to.
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10AM—Noon Leaderboard
The five units/areas/teams that raise the most money from 10 a.m. — Noon each receive $1,000 in challenge funds.
Rank Prize Unit/Area/Department Raised
1 $1,000 Men's Golf $16,157.00
2 $1,000 Gymnastics $5,392.34
3 $1,000 Field Hockey $5,165.00
4 $1,000 Theatre & Dance $4,556.64
5 $1,000 Indiana Academy $4,537.08
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Leaderboard
Afternoon Leaderboard
The five departments/areas/programs with the most donors between 3-5 p.m. will each receive $1,000 in challenge dollars.
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $1,000 Theatre & Dance 59
2 $1,000 Field Hockey 59
3 $1,000 Indiana Academy 53
4 $1,000 Communication Studies 38
5 $1,000 Soccer 36
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Leaderboard
Most Donors - Unit Leaderboard
The five departments/areas/programs with the most donors by midnight will each receive $1,000
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $1,000 Theatre & Dance 517
2 $1,000 Indiana Academy 310
3 $1,000 Field Hockey 232
4 $1,000 Gymnastics 190
5 $1,000 Communication Studies 183
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Non-Academic/Non-Athletic Evening Leaderboard
The five non-academic/non-athletic areas with the most donors from 6-8 p.m. will each receive $1,000.
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $1,000 Ball State University Police Department 21
2 $1,000 Registrar 13
3 $1,000 Mock Trial 11
4 $1,000 Student Emergency Aid Fund 10
5 $1,000 Christian Student Foundation 7
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Ball State Employee Social Media Challenge
Faculty and staff social media challenge! Share a photo of your 'Because of Ball State' postcard to share how Ball State has shaped who you are today—or what you and your area have been able to accomplish because of Ball State. Be sure to stamp your post with #OneBallState and #BecauseOfBallState. Two random participants will get to donate $500 in challenge funds toward their favorite area.
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Social Media Video Share Challenge
Share any of the One Ball State Day videos on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram Stories, or TikTok using #OneBallState for a chance to earn extra challenge dollars. Two participants will get to donate $500 to their favorite area. Tag @BSUFoundation or @BallStateAlumni ❤️
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LinkedIn Challenge
Share a One Ball State Day post on LinkedIn on April 1st for a chance to designate $1,000 to your favorite Ball State area! Use #OneBallState and tag the Ball State Foundation!
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Paint the U.S. Cardinal Red
Paint the U.S. Cardinal Red. Gifts from all 50 states will unlock $5,000 from the Alumni Council to Ball States greatest needs.
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Because of Ball State Video Challenge
Share your “Because of Ball State” video with #OneBallState for a chance to win $1,000 in challenge dollars to support the area of your choice. We’ll select three winners!
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Rinker Center Match
Donor Travis Glascock will match gifts to the Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund up to $500.
$500 MATCHED
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$250
Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund 25 for 250
25 gifts to the Katherine Koontz Memorial Fund will unlock an additional $250.
25 / 25 Gifts
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Charlene Alexander Chief Strategy Office Challenge
Dr. Charlene Alexander, Chief Strategy Officer, will give $600 to the Chief Strategy Office Unit that generates $600 in gifts on One Ball State Day.
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Registrar Staff Challenge
April Hay, University Registrar, will match up to $250 of her staff’s donations during OBSD.
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