Ballard Center Stories
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Using Data to improve Homelessness
Eva Witesman argues for practitioners to use data to make informed decisions in addressing the complex issue of homelessness.
The Lisa Show Keeps “Doing Good. Better.”
The Lisa Show produced a multi-episode podcast series about Doing Good. Better., the mantra of The Ballard Center for Social Impact.
Ballard Center Teaches Social Impact best practices
The Ballard Center director, Eva Witesman and BYU student, Alyssa Minor, were recently highlighted by the Deseret News.
The Ballard center Social Impact Cycle
The Ballard Center’s Social Impact Cycle is a framework to help create positive social change in a systematic and effective way.
Student Social Impact Innovation
Recyclopes Founder and CEO, Ryan Smith, advanced his social impact entrepreneurial skills at BYU and the Ballard Center.
Alyssa Minor’s Journey from Research to Reality in Ghana
Ballard Center student, Alyssa Minor, traveled to Ghana to study problems facing orphaned children.
Using The Social Impact Cycle in Research
A collaborative effort between Brigham Young University and local institutions in Nepal studied the human impact of air pollution.
Reducing the gap between studies and policy
BYU professor Darren Hawkins, Ph.D., is leveraging his collaboration with the Ballard Center to bridge the gap between high-quality evidence and effective public policy.
Championing Social Impact at BYU
Pamela Brubaker, Ph.D., a faculty fellow at the Ballard Center for Social Impact, is a dedicated advocate for the center's mission and its offerings to BYU students.
Fostering Social Innovation
Melissa Sevy, CEO of Ethik Collective and former student with the BYU Ballard Center for Social Impact, underwent a transformative journey leveraging her education and experiences to effect positive change in the world.
Student-led Social Impact Initiatives
Social Impact Projects wasn't just a class that looked good on Morgan's resume; it opened doors for her in other job interviews and opportunities related to social impact.
President Ballard Visits on Anniversary of Center
President M. Russell Ballard visit to the Ballard Center was highlighted by The Church News.
Neonatal Rescue
What started through a Ballard Center challenge has now grown into an impactful organization providing lifesaving solutions for infants around the world.
Nu Skin VP Shares Her Story of Social Impact
In her distinct journey, Heather Cruz credits the Ballard Center for Social Impact for giving her the tools and the spark to transform her passion into a career.
Powerful Social Impact Partnerships
Social Impact Projects is an on-campus internship program that empowers students to work on innovative projects worldwide for award-winning organizations that make a difference.
The Legacy of Melvin J. Ballard
The Melvin J. Ballard Center for Social Impact was named after a man who, in spite of these immense hardships, took on the challenge of creating solutions that can inspire each of us to “Do Good. Better.” today.
Student Launches Social Impact Business
The Deseret News highlighted the social impact entrepreneur programs at the Ballard Center at Brigham Young University.
Students Help with Micro Loaning Initiative
The Deseret News covered BYU students helping an innovative micro-loan company make college affordable for impoverished students.