Graduate Assistantship Postings
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Graduate Assistant - Event Marketing for Emens Auditorium
BSU - College of Fine Arts
Job Description
The event marketing graduate assistant will support the planning, promotion, and execution of events hosted by the College of Fine Arts and Emens Auditorium, Pruis Hall, and Brown Family Amphitheater, including but not limited to performances, lectures, concerts, and productions. This individual will assist in developing marketing strategies to attract attendees, increase visibility, and enhance the overall experience for event participants.
Assist in the development and implementation of marketing plans for Emens events, including defining target audiences, selecting promotional channels, and creating marketing materials.
Coordinate with event organizers, faculty, and staff to gather event details, schedule, and promotional assets.
Create event listings and promotional materials for distribution via email, social media, websites, and print.
Monitor RSVPs, ticket sales, and attendance data for events and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Analyze event performance metrics, such as attendance rates and participant feedback, to assess the success of marketing efforts.
Assist with on-site event logistics, such as setup, signage, registration, and attendee engagement.
Collect feedback and evaluate the success of events through surveys, participant feedback, and post-event analysis.
Generate reports on event marketing performance, identifying successful tactics and areas for improvement.
The College of Fine Arts offers tuition remission and a stipend of $12,750 for this position.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Event Management, Hospitality, or related field (current enrollment in a relevant graduate program preferred- CCIM).
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of event marketing principles and best practices.
Experience with event planning or coordination is desirable.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for event support.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
Communication Studies, Emerging Media Design and Development, Journalism - Advertising, Marketing, Media Design and Development, Public Relations, Strategic Communications
How to Apply
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and class schedule to Lexi Musselman, at lexi.musselman@bsu.edu. To be eligible for on-campus employment, you must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours as a graduate student.
Graduate Assistant - Ball State University Women's Golf
BSU - Athletics
Job Description
Intercollegiate Athletics is offering a graduate assistantship available to a person holding a bachelor’s degree who wishes to professionalize his/her coaching experience. The successful applicant will work with the head coach in all aspects of the women’s golf team; assist in all practice sessions and competitive events; assist in the preseason and in-season conditioning programs; assist with day-to-day operations of the program, including player development, recruiting, clinics and tournament management. The applicant must make a strong commitment to and have a responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA.
This position is for the 2025 - 2026 academic year with a possibility of renewing the following academic year. Includes stipend and tuition remission.
Qualifications
The successful applicant must be admitted to the graduate school and is expected to apply to a Ball State University master's program. In addition, the successful applicant must have coaching experience or competitive experience at the intercollegiate level.
To be considered, complete the online application to the Graduate School, provide documentation required and pay the application fee. Go to: www.bsu.edu/gradschool.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/10/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
Via email, please send letter of application, resume, transcript(s), and names and contact information for three references to: Matt Brown, Associate Athletic Director for Competitive Strategy & Personnel, mbrown4@bsu.edu.
GA - Teachers College Academic Advising & Recruiting
BSU - Teachers College
Job Description
Develop resource/prep materials for licensure exams.
Provide tutoring support to students in specific subject areas for the teacher licensure exams.
Assist in creating success plans and outreach opportunities for struggling education students to promote retention.
Develop, maintain and monitor data of social media sites for TC Advising, recruiting and retention.
Assist with recruiting event preparation.
Ability to use general office equipment.
Perform other related duties/needs related to recruitment and retention as determined by the Director of Diverse Recruitment Initiatives.
The successful candidate will be well organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team. He/she will be able to manage multiple tasks in a busy office environment and will be confident enough to answer questions and complete projects without direct supervision at times.
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am-5 pm (20 hours per week).
Qualifications
Candidates must have a BS or BA and be a graduate student in good
standing with the university (No Doctoral position available). Some flexibility
with the schedule but student is expected to be available Monday thru Friday.
The successful candidate will be well organized, self-motivated, and detail
oriented with the ability to work independently as well as part of the team. At
times, he/she will be able to manage multiple tasks in a busy office
environment and will be confident enough to answer questions and complete
projects without direct supervision
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2026
Desired Majors
All Majors, Audiology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Marketing, Social Work
How to Apply
Email Letter of interest , cover letter, resume, and contact info of 2 references to Katie Crews: kabenson@bsu.edu and copy Joan Shellabarger: jsshellabarg@bsu.edu.
Social Media Marketing GA for the College of Fine Arts
BSU - College of Fine Arts
Job Description
The social media marketing graduate assistant will be responsible for developing and executing social media strategies to promote the College of Fine Arts and its programs, events, and achievements. This individual will create engaging content, manage social media accounts, analyze performance metrics, and assist in the development of marketing campaigns to enhance the college's online presence. This individual will also assist in mentoring and managing undergraduate social media interns.
Develop and implement social media strategies to increase engagement and followership across various platforms.
Create compelling and visually appealing content for social media posts, including graphics, videos, and written copy.
Monitor social media channels, respond to inquiries, comments, and messages promptly, and engage with the audience to build community.
Collaborate with other departments and student organizations within the College of Fine Arts to promote events and initiatives effectively.
Track and analyze social media metrics to assess the performance of campaigns and recommend optimizations.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media marketing to continually improve strategies.
Analytical skills to interpret social media metrics and generate actionable insights.
The College of Fine Arts offers tuition remission and a stipend of $12,750 for this position.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field (current enrollment in a relevant graduate program preferred).
Strong understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing software.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Previous experience in social media management or digital marketing is desirable.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
Communication Studies, Emerging Media Design and Development, Journalism - Advertising, Journalism - Mass Communication, Marketing, Media Design and Development, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Telecommunications, Telecommunications - Digital Storytelling
How to Apply
To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and class schedule to Lexi Musselman, at lexi.musselman@bsu.edu. To be eligible for on-campus employment, you must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours as a graduate student.
Graduate Assistantship Student Athlete Support Services
BSU - University College
Job Description
Graduate Assistantship – Student Athlete Support Services (SASS)
Are you passionate about education, mentorship, and student success? Join the Student Athlete Support Services (SASS) team as a Graduate Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in fostering an impactful learning environment for BSU student athletes.
Overview
As a Graduate Assistant, you’ll work closely with our Learning Specialist and Sec.to Director to support at-risk student athletes, helping them develop essential academic skills such as organization, time management, and effective study habits. This role also provides leadership opportunities, as you’ll help oversee and support our team of hourly student mentors while collaborating with full-time staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support to student athletes.
Assist students in navigating academic expectations and developing positive study habits.
Offer leadership and guidance to hourly student mentors.
Collaborate and communicate with full-time staff to enhance student support programs.
Position Details
Time Frame: Fall 2025 – Spring 2027
Compensation:
Stipend: $5,500 per semester (11,000 total for Fall & Spring).
Opportunity to work up to 9 additional hours per week within SASS at $12/hour (pending Director and Program approval).
Occasional summer work available at the hourly rate of $12/hour.
Tuition Waiver:
Tuition costs covered (does not include program fees, which vary by program).
Summer tuition coverage may also be available.
Commitment: Assistantships are renewed each semester and based on performance.
Work Schedule:
Up to 20 hours per week with a mix of day, evening, and potential for Sunday evening shifts.
Standard hours: Monday – Thursday (9 AM – 9 PM); Sunday (4 PM – 8 PM).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Must be accepted into a master’s program at BSU prior to start date.
Strong academic skills, leadership experience, and a passion for supporting student success.
Attention to detail is a must.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous peer-mentoring is a plus.
Experience with MS Office, Excel, Google Docs, Navigate.
Strong ability to prioritize tasks effectively and demonstrate excellent follow-through to ensure responsibilities are completed in a timely and thorough manner
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors, Education - Adult and Community Education, Education - Special Education - General, Educational Psychology, Educational Studies, English, Exercise Science - Sport Administration, Exercise Science - Sport and Exercise Psychology, Human Resource Management, Journalism, Kinesiology, Mathematical Sciences, Speech Pathology and Audiology
How to Apply
Submit the following materials: Resume, Cover Letter, and Contact information for three (non-relative) references- via email to Julie Willoughby jawilloughy@bsu.edu
All applications must be received by Friday, April 11th at 5pm.
Office of Research Integrity (ORI) Graduate Assistantship
BSU - Research Integrity
Job Description
A full-time (20 hours per week) graduate assistantship is available in the Office of Research Integrity beginning in Fall 2025. Contracts are for the entire 2025-2026 academic year, with an opportunity for renewal if evaluations are positive. As a Graduate Assistant, you would assist the Office of Research Integrity in:
Assist the Human Research Protection Program Manager with Institutional Review Board (IRB) support, protocol reviews, and other tasks related to Human Subjects Research protections, as requested. Help coordinate and create materials for the HRPP manager.
Organize materials and take minutes in meetings for the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and other committees as needed.
Assist with ORI general functionality, including website updates and maintenance, advanced records tracking, troubleshooting & responding to questions from students, faculty, and staff, and campus communications.
Maintain files and database information for review committees (ex. IRB); assist with file maintenance and providing support to other research review committees, when requested.
Meet with student researchers to discuss their research protocols for our Peer Mentoring Program. Hosting training and workshops for student researchers.
Assist with communications associated with the review of research protocols as directed.
Research policies, procedures, statutes, and other regulations for any aspect of the work for the office as requested.
Create new educational materials, FAQs, and other materials to help researchers for both SPA (Sponsored Projects Administration) and ORI
Performing other duties as requested.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• Available to work two years for the Office of Research Integrity.
• Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with designing and conducting research.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a highly organized, detailed
• manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with research regulations.
• Computer proficiency - experience working with and creating website materials.
• Experience with Qualtrics and research submission & management websites.
• Research experience in any field would be favorable but is not required. Preferred
• fields include human subjects research (social science and/or biomedical), biology, and chemistry.
• Lab safety experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working with HIPAA is desirable.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
5/30/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
Application Information:
• Please email your resume and cover letter to Sandra Russell at slcurrie@bsu.edu.
• This assistantship requires you to be available for consistent, scheduled hours determined in consultation with Mrs. Russell in the office.
• You will not be required to work during university breaks.
• This assistantship may have an opportunity for a second-year renewal if the budget allows and supervisor evaluations are positive.
• A stipend and fee remission will be offered at the time of hire. Your assistantship contract must be signed before you can begin to receive your stipend.
• The Graduate School will email you when your contract is ready for your signature. This email will contain important instructions for employment verification.
Graduate Assistant - Digital Corps Administrative Specialist
BSU - Digital Corps
Job Description
The Digital Corps is focused on creating impactful student experiences while supporting the University's mission through creative media development. Teams of students specializing in design, development, video production, user experience, communication, digital fabrication, and project management work together to craft high-quality media projects for myriad University partners.
This position will help coordinate a supportive and collaborative environment where creativity and new ideas thrive. Responsibilities will include assisting in scheduling, staffing the office welcome desk, fielding and redirecting phone calls, scheduling and organizing meetings and events, coordinating team-building activities, assisting Digital Corps staff, and completing other duties as assigned.
This Graduate Assistant position will report directly to the Director of the Digital Corps.
Compensation:$5625/semester for 20 hours per week (primarily scheduled between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday) during each semester employed; tuition waiver.
Qualifications
Candidates must be accepted into the graduate program at Ball State University for the Fall 2025 semester. They must be strong written and oral communicators, possess great organizational skills, and be comfortable fielding a wide range of inquiries in person, via phone, and email. Exemplary candidates will have prior experience working in a collaborative office environment.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please email your resume to Brandon Smith (bhsmith@bsu.edu).
Tech Center GA, UTS - Information Technology
BSU - Unified Technology Support
Job Description
Serve as a liaison between all UTS Tech Center units; oversee social media, prepare marketing and support materials; compose communications and presentations promoting UTS services and events; work table events sponsored by admissions & orientation; assist at Concierge Desk; work at least five Saturdays (2 hour events ) during academic year; assist as needed with other related duties
Qualifications
Good customer service skills, experience with MS Office suite (Excel, Power Point, Word), Canva, InDesign, Photoshop, and other design applications; good writing skills, ability to present to groups of 50 or more; good, social media experience, knowledge/skills.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
Communication Studies, Graphic Design, Media, Media Presentation and Design
How to Apply
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Marchal Hudson, at 01mdarmstead@bsu.edu.
Graduate Assistant: Student Athlete Support Services
BSU - Student Athlete Support Services
Job Description
As a Graduate Assistant, you’ll work closely with our Learning Specialist and Sec.to Director to support at-risk student athletes.
Your role will be instrumental in helping students develop essential academic skills such as organization, time management, and effective study habits.
This position also provides leadership opportunities, as you’ll help oversee and support our team of hourly student mentors while collaborating with full-time staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support to student athletes.
Assist students in navigating academic expectations and developing positive study habits.
Offer leadership and guidance to hourly student mentors.
Collaborate and communicate with full-time staff to enhance student support programs.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
• Acceptance to a master’s program at BSU prior to start date is required.
• Strong academic skills, leadership experience, and a passion for supporting student success.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Clear communication is essential
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous peer-mentoring is a plus.
• Experience with MS Office, Excel, Google Docs, Navigate.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks effectively and demonstrate excellent follow-through to ensure responsibilities are completed in a timely and thorough manner
• Candidates with an interest in student success, education, communications, psychology, and speech/language pathology are well suited to this role (but ALL majors are considered).
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/15/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
Submit the following materials: Resume, Cover Letter, and Contact information for three references- via email to jawilloughby@bsu.edu