University Calendar

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This workshop is packed with essential information about the research process to help you get started with your thesis project. Learn about research tools and strategies that will help you gather sources for your literature review. You’ll also find out how to get the most out of databases such as Dissertations and Theses Global, and Web of Science (which covers science, social sciences, and humanities content).

A strong presentation doesn’t end with your final slide—it continues through the questions you’re asked. This session will help you navigate Q&A with confidence and clarity.

June 12 | Part of Term 21 (first half term) ends

Discover Your Path to Success: Accelerate Your Career with a Master's Degree in Information and Communication Sciences! Are you at a pivotal moment in your career? Wondering what comes next after earning your undergraduate degree? The Center for Information and Communication Sciences (CICS) offers an exciting path forward for graduates from all walks of life. Whether you choose our accelerated 11-month on-campus program or our flexible six-semester online format, you'll have the opportunity to elevate your career, regardless of your previous experience or field of study. At CICS, we integrate leadership, business acumen, and technology expertise to help you redefine your professional future.CICS has consistently been recognized for excellence. Our online Information Technology program is highly ranked by U.S. News and World Report, and The Wall Street Journal named us the best in the nation for debt-to-income ratio for Master's programs in July 2021. These accolades highlight our dedication to providing a world-class education that drives success.What makes CICS stand out is our inclusivity—students from both traditional and non-traditional technology backgrounds thrive here. With expert faculty, a close-knit cohort experience, social learning opportunities, hands-on projects, and professional development activities, CICS equips you with the skills you need to be a confident leader, strategic thinker, and adaptable innovator. Our graduates are in high demand for their communication expertise, problem-solving abilities, and capacity to excel in dynamic environments.Ready to take the next step? Discover how CICS can open doors and set you on a path to a successful career. Join us for an information session to explore the program, hear from faculty, and learn about the benefits of becoming part of our community. Register today, and we'll provide all the details you need to get started.

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Search for bones in the sandbox, create your own fossil, and learn about dinosaurs and other extinct creatures that may have roamed Indiana. Activities geared towards younger audiences.

11 a.m. & 4 p.m. | Emens Auditorium

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.; Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, follow a photon’s creation and journey across the galaxy to a stargazer’s eye where we learn about the eye, taking a ride on the optic nerve. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

June 15 | University classes being for Part of Term 22 (second half term)

Grant to support student travel for research dissemination or creative work exhibition.

Grant to support publication and other related expenses.

Grant supporting the professional activities of non-tenure line faculty

The Manager Meet-up series is designed to bring together managers from across the organization for a quick, valuable 30-minute session.

Enjoy an inspiring evening featuring the work of Lylanne Musselman, writing instructor at the center, and a selection of readings by a few of her students. Following the program, we’ll host a reception with a delicious array of hors d’oeuvres.

Deadline for final project submission for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.

Join Kyla McKillip and Charity Coffman for a half hour of networking and discussion of hot topic items for Admin Coordinators at Ball State.

Join the Department of Educational Psychology for an information session for their Masters Degree Programs: Masters of Arts in Educational Psychology and Masters of Science in Quantitative Psychology. This session will feature a program overview, introduce some faculty, and allow for questions. Attendants of this session also qualify to have their application fee waived.

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Fridays, June 12, 26 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.

Saturdays, June 13, 27 at 5:00 p.m.; Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, follow a photon’s creation and journey across the galaxy to a stargazer’s eye where we learn about the eye, taking a ride on the optic nerve. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Register to learn more about Ball State's online Master's in Educational Administration and Supervision and Principal's license.

Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome.