The Black Student Association was able to bring students together, even from far away universities, and gave them a forum to discuss topics such as the problems facing black students.
BSA President Ebony Strong said the conference went well and students benefited a lot from the conferences, which included a fashion show on Friday and guest speakers on Saturday.
"It gives us a chance to talk about our culture," she said.
Tawana Jackson, graduate assistant for BSA, said participants are from schools such as Eastern Kentucky, Bowling Green State University and staff from Southside High School in Muncie.
"I think it's wonderful that we can unite the Muncie community with Ball State University," Jackson said.
She said the keynote speakers discussed the conference's theme of "Community, Support and Partnership: Building Black leaders today for our future tomorrow."
Junior telecommunications major Jessica Tindal said the speaker was very passionate and proficient at inspiring the audience.
"We have a lot of role models, but not a lot of leaders," she said.
Junior telecommunications major Reginald Mathis said he had looked forward to the afternoon keynote speaker who addressed the topic of preparing for the business world.
"After college it's going to be a reality check," he said.
The African American community is lacking leadership, Mathis said. The conference taught them how to better themselves, their culture and their race, he said.
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