Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM until 3:00 PMEastern Standard Time UTC -05:00
Student Center - Cardinal Hall B
In this session we will share how we can use summer programs to grow connections between students and enhance enrollment pathways. Through the Indiana Youth Programs on Campus (IYPC) grant, we have worked to boost summer programs with Ball State student support services, admissions resources, and financial aid information over the course of our day camp and overnight camp programming.
Discover how Stellic Explore supports the transfer recruitment and evaluation process from prospective student inquiry through official credit review. Presented by the Office of the Registrar and Transfer Center, this session will provide a live demonstration of the platform and highlight opportunities for faculty and academic leaders to engage in transparent, efficient transfer credit decision-making.
Join us for an interactive presentation exploring Cardinal Central's developments in one-stop systems and technology, marketing and communications, and student support services.
As undergraduate enrollment continues to evolve, learn about how we are responding to the enrollment cliff with a strategic approach to recruitment and admissions. This session will discuss how we are expanding our reach through regional recruiters in Illinois, targeted in-state tuition discounts for students in Ohio, and increased engagement with Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars. We will also highlight targeted recruitment of homeschool students and emerging student markets that offer new opportunities for growth. Together, these strategies reflect a more agile, data-informed approach to undergraduate enrollment—one designed to strengthen Ball State’s reach, diversify our recruitment pipeline, and build sustainable enrollment for the future.
When unexpected challenges arise, the “show must go on.” Cross-training ensures that critical processes don’t depend on a single person and that teams can maintain continuity during absences and high-demand periods. The Office of the Registrar has developed an interactive cross-training approach that builds shared knowledge, strengthens team flexibility, and creates opportunities to balance workloads during peak times.
What is done for the guest experience that most will never see? It goes beyond signing up and showing up! It takes planning, organization, implementation, and communication across all areas related to offering a memorable and immersive experience. In this session, attendees will learn the role of the Welcome Center and the role of participating campus partners. We will unpack the start to finish process of the guest experience related to requesting and setting up academic appointments, how to effectively use the Academic Appointment Management system, what the process is for choosing visit days within a semester, how a guest registers, the steps taken when appointments and session are canceled or rescheduled, and so much more. This session will also share how tours are managed within the 90 minutes allotted for the campus-wide experience and how guests are engaged when they leave Ball State. Lastly, this session will showcase the efforts of our student tour guides and desk staff.
In this session we will discuss the logistics of what it takes to bring minors to campus, what resources are currently being utilized to assist programs, and how we keep track of student retention.
On July 4, 2025 the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law. What is a legacy student? What is Schedule of Reductions? Come learn what these are and how these changes impact federal loan eligibility for current Ball State students.
The Office of the Registrar provides comprehensive support to the university. Please join us for an interactive game to get to know the people in our office and work that we do!
Slate Go, a new CRM for current students is now live, and the Total Withdrawal process has been completely reimagined with new forms, workflows, communications, and a student survey. This session will walk through the new process, share how the data gathered is being used to better understand the student experience, and learn how that information can help inform student-support strategies. If you support students and want to see how technology, process improvement, and student feedback can work together, this session is for you.
Explore, with us, how Marketing and Communications and the Office of Admissions collaborate effectively and efficiently to strengthen recruitment, engagement, and enrollment efforts and how we can work with you, too! We’ll highlight strategies for aligning goals, streamlining communication, sharing resources and insights, and creating consistent, compelling messaging across channels. By fostering greater collaboration and establishing clear processes, both teams maximize their expertise, reduce duplication of efforts, and deliver a more cohesive experience for your area and ours!
Join the Admissions Slate Team to reflect on highlights from the last year, discuss upcoming enhancements, and revisit forgotten system features to improve your experience. Bring any questions for the team!
Transfer students play an important role in Ball State’s enrollment strategy and campus community. This session will examine our transfer student profile, what transfer students are looking for in a college experience, and how the Transfer Center is building partnerships with community colleges and across campus to create a more student-centered approach to transfer recruitment and enrollment.
Navigating Undergraduate Admissions focuses on the fundamental aspects of the undergraduate admissions process. Attendees will learn about key trends, best practices, and strategies used to connect with prospective and admitted students. Explore our application review process, communication strategies and a glimpse into a high school student. Newcomers and those looking to deepen their understanding, leaving with resources and tools to enhance all things admissions are encouraged to attend!
In the Office of Admissions, we’re playing the long game. We recognize that we’re fighting for younger students’ attention in a world where today’s trends are yesterday—so we’re doing something about it. In this highly visual session, learn how the Admissions Communications team is re-imagining communication efforts to high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. See how we’re gathering information to help better inform how we tailor our messaging and how we’re entertaining engagement with our brand as a supportive, world-class university. Through personalization, generational awareness, and establishing longform engagement, we are planting the seeds for future enrollment. Plus, we will introduce you to our brand-new admissions ambassador, Chirpy Cardinal!
Graduate and international recruitment and admissions are facing a changing enrollment landscape shaped by shifting student expectations, affordability concerns, increased competition, and broader economic and global factors. This session will visit challenges and opportunities affecting both domestic graduate and international enrollment. Presenters will discuss practical approaches to recruitment, admissions, relationship building, and student engagement, while considering how institutions can adjust their strategies to reach prospective students and strengthen enrollment.
Examine the critical role academic departments play in supporting student veterans through effective military credit evaluation and transfer practices. Presented from the perspectives of the Office of the Registrar and Cardinal Central, this session will highlight strategies to promote student success, reduce barriers, and ensure equitable recognition of prior learning.
Overview of Ball State's scheduling practices and how the Office of the Registrar partners with academic units. Please bring your questions and be prepared for an interactive discussion!
This session will review the different types of scholarships, where they come from, how they are awarded, and what restrictions/rules govern their awarding.
Join us to learn how four different offices are using one CRM to improve administrative efficiencies while supporting students and their families. We will also discuss what’s on the horizon for improvements as we approach the next phase of development. If you work with students and these offices, this session will be beneficial.
Discover how our Admissions team puts students at the center of our social media strategy to create content that feels authentic, relatable, and relevant to prospective students. See how our Student Ambassadors help bring the Ball State experience to life through content that builds connection, drives engagement, and gives future Cardinals a genuine glimpse of campus through the voices of their peers.
Immigration policies and regulatory changes continue to reshape the work of international student services professionals. This session will review recent and emerging changes affecting international students, with particular attention to Duration of Status (D/S), Curricular Practical Training (CPT), and other developments impacting international students. Presenters will discuss what these changes mean for advising, institutional practices, and communication with students while sharing practical approaches for navigating an increasingly complex immigration environment.
Join in on a review and discussion of Ball State’s Fall 2026 enrollment data!
Explore how Grade Change and Incomplete Forms were redesigned in Slate to replace manual, paper-based processes. We’ll cover the new workflows, approvals, and communications, share implementation lessons learned, and demonstrate how improved tracking and data insights can support faculty, staff, and students.
Curriculum revisions may seem overwhelming at times, but we're here to help. Learn key tips and tricks for a smooth process!
This session will provide an overview of a new attempt to track financial assistance for students and families that have an immediate, pressing need to better understand how these efforts across campus impact recruitment and retention.
