Ball State University’s Meritorious Service Award was initiated in 1986 to recognize excellence among staff personnel. Recipients are recognized for demonstrating excellence above and beyond the requirements of their position, exemplifying quality work, and bringing distinction to their departments.
Each year, Ball State presents the Meritorious Service Award to a small group of excellent employees across campus. The winners are selected by their respective divisions after being nominated by their supervisors or colleagues.
The 2025 honorees below exemplify the enduring value of excellence and bring distinction to their departments, as well as to Ball State!
Congratulations to our 2025 award winners
- Melissa Gentry, Academic Affairs
- Lorna Manley, Business Affairs
- Lori Ricciardi, Enrollment Planning and Management
- Kari Huffman, Foundation
- Teresa (Terri) Breitung, Information Technology
- Jackie Mead, President’s Office
- Christopher Sizelove, Student Affairs
On behalf of the Ball State community and the Division for People and Culture, thank you for your commitment, dedication, and contributions to our University. Congratulations on this much-deserved award!
Mark Liebling, Vice President for People and Culture