Established in 1918, Ball State University is a public research university located in Muncie, Indiana. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including education, business, communication, and the arts. With a commitment to student success and community engagement, Ball State serves over 20,000 students and is known for its innovative teaching methods and vibrant campus life.
20440
Total Enrollment
14874
Undergraduate Students
5566
Graduate Students
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Higher Learning Commission
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
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Association of American Colleges and Universities
The Career Center at Ball State University provides extensive support for students' career development. Services include resume workshops, interview preparation, job fairs, and networking events. The center also offers personalized career counseling to help students identify their career goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
85%
Job Placement Rate
2000+
Career Counseling Sessions
50+
Workshops Offered
300+
Employer Partnerships
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Department Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Director of Computer Science Graduate Program and Associate Professor of Computer Science
Dr. Jennifer Coy serves as the chair of the Department of Computer Science at Ball State University. With nearly 20 years of experience, she has taught a broad array of courses, mentored students, and fostered industry-academia partnerships. Dr. Coy holds both a B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering and a B.S. in Engineering Physics from the University of Toledo. She completed her M.S. and Ph.D. in Physics at Purdue University, focusing her dissertation on computational astrophysics. After earning her graduate degrees, Dr. Coy taught computer science at two other universities before joining Ball State. Her research interests center on applying computing to various scientific fields, aiming to drive new discoveries through interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently, she is developing computational models to enhance our understanding of Radon’s radioactive decay and its potential implications for dark matter within the solar system. Beyond her professional life, Dr. Coy enjoys camping with her family, running half marathons, and reading.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Geography
Aihua Li is a teaching assistant professor in the Department of Geography and Meteorology and the Data Science program at Ball State University. Dr. Li’s research focuses on interdisciplinary geospatial sciences within environmental and ecological contexts. Her work involves the analysis, modeling, and visualization of extensive geospatial data across various scales.