Graduate Assistantship Postings
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Postings last updated on: 06-06-2025 06:00 PM
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 for Student Life
BSU - Student Life
Job Description
Fraternity & Sorority Life:
The Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) position serves as an advisor to executive board members from the Greek governing councils (IFC, PHA, NPHC) and supports assigned chapters as an accreditation advisor. This position will also support Greek honors societies and lead various presentations associated with new member development, risk management, leadership development, etc. This position reports to the Associate Director of Student Life and there will be 2 positions available for incoming graduate students.
Qualifications
Fraternity & Sorority Life:
Minimum Qualifications-
• Prior experience or involvement in a student organization.
• Strong ability to work as part of a team and autonomously.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Excellent task, priority, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated experience within a student organization and event planning.
Preferred Qualifications-
• Involvement in a Greek letter organization and/or Greek governing council.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of leadership development theories and NIC/NPHC/NPC organizations.
• Experience coordinating and facilitating leadership activities, retreats, and programs.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/11/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to Zachariah Brumfield, Associate Director of Student Life, at zsbrumfield@bsu.edu .
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.
Graduate Assistant - Media, David Owsley Museum of art
BSU - Museum of Art
Job Description
This AY26 position for a graduate student in the College of Communication, Information, and Media is primarily responsible for creating museum-related print and digital materials at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) in the College of Fine Arts at Ball State University.
Duties:
Monitor and update materials related to The David Owsley Museum of Art’s website, exhibitions, programs, and educational materials, both digital and print.
Produce short- and long-form videos to promote DOMA and support educational and outreach efforts with campus and community audiences.
Stipend will be paid over two terms (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026) of the academic program. Please note the GA tuition remission guidelines for the oncoming academic year – your tuition remission will be for 30 credits overall fall, spring, and summer, with no more than 15 credits maximum per fall/spring academic term.
Qualifications
• Due to funding restrictions, applicants MUST be enrolled or accepted into a CCIM graduate program at Ball State.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, and Photoshop).
• Ability to use a variety of video and design programs.
• Familiarity with learning and resource management systems, such as MS OneDrive, Google Docs, and Qualtrics.
• Preferred at least 1 year of experience in video creation, website creation and editing, and print media design.
• Familiarity with SiteCore a plus.
• A demonstrated commitment to the values of Ball State University.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
Communication Studies - Public Communication
How to Apply
To apply, submit a statement of interest and CV or resume to Rachel Buckmaster at rabuckmaster@bsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on June 1st and will continue until position is filled.
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.
Print Smart Graduate Assistant
Ball State University
Job Description
Provide support for Unified Technology Support’s Print Smart Team. This would include print server administration, network configuration of printers and multifunction devices, assisting with printer deliveries, configuring and deploying new printers, moving and reconfiguring existing printers, crediting student accounts, running reports, and other sensitive tasks. Additionally, provide on-site basic to advanced troubleshooting of issues that students, Faculty, and Staff may encounter when printing, such as driver errors, paper jams, and other common errors and issues. Support will also include creating and updating professional and easy-to-understand documentation, knowledgebase articles, and training materials for the Print Management System.
Qualifications
Dependable and hard-working with a basic understanding of printers and TCP/IP networking (Students will be trained on the specific skills needed to fulfill the job tasks). Excellent customer service skills. Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. Must be reliable and dependable. Must sign a confidentiality agreement.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/18/2025
Desired Majors
Business Information Systems, Business Information Technology, Computer & Info Technology, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Industrial Technology, Industry and Technology, Information and Communication Sciences, Software Engineering
How to Apply
To apply, email your resume to Noah Koontz at nbkoontz@bsu.edu.
GA - Network Analyst Consultant
BSU - Information Technology
Job Description
Position Function:
The GA works 20 hours per week (full-time GA) and is expected to maintain regular attendance and punctuality. The GA will assist the ITS team by working on assigned projects and completing various day-to-day tasks.
Position Tasks:
Configure routers, switches, Wi-Fi access points, and VoIP phones.
Assist with the installation of communications equipment throughout the campus.
Activate and troubleshoot data services.
Assist in the setup and monitoring of scheduled video conferences.
Perform other ITS-related duties as assigned.
Job Context:
Graduate assistant employees must adhere to set standards and comply with the rules and regulations outlined in the department handbook and the BSU student handbook. They must be punctual and available during scheduled work hours and communicate with the supervisor in the event of an emergency or other situation that prevents them from working or will cause tardiness. Professionalism and proper customer service are required at all times. Clients and co-workers should be treated in a respectful, courteous, and helpful manner.
Supervision Received:
Graduate assistants will be closely supervised. Tasks will be completed while accompanying the ITS staff and also while working alone with appropriate guidance. Training will be provided on the job by the supervisor or other ITS staff.
Evaluation/Renewal/Termination Process:
Graduate assistants will be evaluated at the end of each semester during the contractual period. The assessment will cover job duties, professional communication, judgment, cooperation, and quality of work performed. A satisfactory review merits contract renewal. An unsatisfactory review will require a conference with the student, a plan for corrective action and/or disciplinary proceedings up to and including termination if warranted and per the Student Handbook, Graduate School, and University Compliance policies and procedures. Causes for immediate termination are disclosure of confidential information, unauthorized access to campus space, and unauthorized access or abuse of university equipment.
Graduate Assistantship Value:
Full-time GA stipend $10,900.00 per contract period (fall through spring AY) and tuition remission for 20 hours; per the most recent policy listed in the Graduate Assistantship guideline,s dependent on the term and type of assistantship. GAs will pay the student services fee, all mandatory fees, and any applicable program and course fees.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications:
This position is only open to students pursuing a master’s degree. The candidate must be accepted into the master’s degree program and take at least 6 credit hours per term in order to remain eligible for a graduate assistantship. The applicant must have experience configuring Cisco networking equipment in a lab or workplace setting, able to lift 30lbs, and work on a 6’ ladder. The applicant must be able to provide the proper documentation required by the university to drive a university vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred candidate has a computer science or other IT-related degree. They have a general knowledge of computers and commonly used applications, such as MS Office. Experience working with, or an understanding of, local area networks, IP networking, VoIP phones, or video conferencing is ideal.
Additional Job Details
Desired Start Date
8/17/2025
Desired Majors
All Majors
How to Apply
Applicants are required to complete the ITS graduate assistantship application. The Senior Unified Communications Technology Engineer interviews candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. References are checked, and the selection decision is based on the most qualified applicant (i.e, experience, technical skills, communication, ability to learn, etc). To obtain the GA application, please email: tboyd@bsu.edu. Once you have completed the application, please email it to Trent Boyd with your credentials.