Ball State University hosts the two hundred and fourth commencement ceremony, with the ceremony for the College of Fine Arts starting at 12:30 p.m. on May 2 in Emens Auditorium. 2026 Spring Commencement speaker Hugh Jackman attended the CFA ceremony as a surprise, with his presence not even being included in the commencement booklet.
2026 Spring Commencement speaker Hugh Jackman addresses the graduating class of 2026 on May 2 at the North Quadrangle.
2026 Spring Commencement speaker Hugh Jackman addresses the graduating class of 2026 on May 2 at the North Quadrangle.
Ball State College of Communication, Information and Media hosts JDay, a journalism, media and communication conference for junior and senior high schools on April 24, 2026.
Ball State Department of Theatre and Dance host the Musical Theatre Freshman Showcase for the Class of 2029 on April 20 starting at 7:30 p.m. in John J. Pruis Hall. The Showcase featured 15 songs and over 25 performers including songs like "I Know Him So Well", "I See the Light" and "Suddenly, Seymour".
The Late Nite Carnival was an event held on the North Commuter lot April 17 in Ball State University. Ball State students' tickets were free, and for others it was five dollars for admittance. The carnival had a variety of rides that went from side to side, up and down and twirled, as well as concessions and other activities.
The Ball State University Singers held their 62nd annual choral spectacular performance, in which they performed about 54 songs over the course of a few hours on April 10 starting at 7:00 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. The spectacular will also be held on Saturday, April 11, with a similar performance order.
On Admitted Student's Day 2026, the Botsford/Swinford Residence Hall hosted the Botswin Open, for the first time, which was a mini-golf course and game created in the multi-purpose room and patio of the residence hall April 10 in Ball State University. The student with the best score had a chance to win a gift card, with the announcement being sent over on email.
Ball State's School of Art students host the 'Art of Caring' fundraiser April 10 in the Art and Journalism Building.
