University Calendar

The annual Vocal Competition showcases some of the most talented singers in the School of Music, with both undergraduate and graduate divisions. Outside adjudicators come to campus to evaluate student singers who compete for cash prizes. Free and open to the public.

Enjoy a free, docent-led tour in the DOMA galleries.

"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star.

From the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately-operated space flights. Be immersed in this historic reconstruction of Man’s first steps into space. Who were the Men and Women that took part in these death-defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and their perseverance to explore, in Dawn of the Space Age.

Manual is a doctoral saxophone student of Nathan Bogert, assistant professor of music performance. Program to include music by Antonio Sanz Escallón, William Bolcom, Alfred Desenclos, Sergio Delgado, Jean-Michel Damase. This event is free and open to the public.

What exactly do astronomers do? Today’s astronomer is not the lone observer of past centuries. This program reveals the global collaboration, technology, and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe and features info on NASA's recently-launched James Webb Space Telescope.

This concert has been canceled. Thank you for your understanding.

Join Ball State trumpet professor Stephen Campbell and director of jazz studies Mark Buselli with guest artist TSgt Justin Stamps of the United States Air Force Band for a day of learning and music making. Event is free and open to the public with preregistration requested.

We look forward to your virtual presence on April 25th - May 6th for the Spring 2022 Immersive Learning Showcase.

The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies Annual Student Recognition Day

Honors College Undergraduate Fellows Salons, Ball Honors House

Keynote Address of the Phil/Rels Student Recognition Day

We look forward to your virtual presence on April 25th - May 6th for the Spring 2022 Immersive Learning Showcase.

The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA exhibitions between April 19th through May7th. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors!The Ned and Gloria Griner Gallery is pleased to welcome the Bachelor of Fine Arts - Capstone ExhibitionApril 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmOrchid Bradley (Drawing)Myles Bowles (Drawing)Kat Mitchell (Metals)Claire Verboncoeur (Drawing)Bachelor of Arts Capstone Exhibition - Fourth Floor Display April 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmRyan Deboy (Photography)

Sensory-Friendly concerts are meant to allow students to freely express themselves through movement and vocalization enabling them to be fully immersed in this musical experience. These concerts allow students that might not otherwise be able to attend traditional concerts the opportunity to experience and enjoy live performances. Special care and consideration is given to the concert hall lighting and to the performing ensemble’s volume. RSVP requested.

What does it mean to be professional? In this highly interactive workshop, you will learn about professional communication, judgment, dress, and organizational culture based on feedback from employers.

Jim Needham, retired from the Department of Telecommunications, will recount meeting Bob Ross, the man who led the worldwide phenomenon, “The Joy of Painting”. At this session, Jim will share his own experiences with Bob Ross and provide the group with an insider look at how the Joy of Painting developed into something loved and watched by millions still today.

Join us on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 7:00 pm via Zoom for this tribute to Muncie women in the field of arts and culture. This program will celebrate some remarkably talented artists, sculptors, singers, dancers, and teachers who awed and entertained. The program will paint a picture sure to inspire using historic photographs from local archives.

We look forward to your virtual presence on April 25th - May 6th for the Spring 2022 Immersive Learning Showcase.

The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA exhibitions between April 19th through May7th. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors!The Ned and Gloria Griner Gallery is pleased to welcome the Bachelor of Fine Arts - Capstone ExhibitionApril 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmOrchid Bradley (Drawing)Myles Bowles (Drawing)Kat Mitchell (Metals)Claire Verboncoeur (Drawing)Bachelor of Arts Capstone Exhibition - Fourth Floor Display April 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmRyan Deboy (Photography)

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

Cardinal Directions is a series that helps humanities students pivot from college to career. It's sponsored by the Compass Advantage in the College of Sciences and Humanities.

Honors Musical Showcase, Hahn Hall, Music Instruction Building, 5PM

The Faculty Artist Series allows School of Music faculty to share their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Program to be include music by Franz Schubert, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Liszt. Free and open to the public with livestream available.

April 27-30 Coppelia is a comedic ballet originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Leon to music by Leo Delibes. Dr. Coppelius is a doctor who has made a life-size dancing doll. It is so lifelike that Franz, a village youth, becomes infatuated with it and sets aside his heart's true desire, Swanhilda. She shows him his folly by dressing as the doll, pretending to make it come to life and ultimately saving him from an untimely end at the hands of the inventor.

Haley is a voice student of Mei Zhong, professor of voice. Program to include music by Henry Purcell, G.F. Handel, Alessandro Scarlatti, W.A. Mozart, Carl Loewe, Camille Saint-Saëns, John Aiden Carpenter, Samuel Barber, John Duke, Meredith Wilson, and Bernard Herrmann. This event is free and open to the public.

We look forward to your virtual presence on April 25th - May 6th for the Spring 2022 Immersive Learning Showcase.

The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA exhibitions between April 19th through May7th. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors!The Ned and Gloria Griner Gallery is pleased to welcome the Bachelor of Fine Arts - Capstone ExhibitionApril 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmOrchid Bradley (Drawing)Myles Bowles (Drawing)Kat Mitchell (Metals)Claire Verboncoeur (Drawing)Bachelor of Arts Capstone Exhibition - Fourth Floor Display April 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmRyan Deboy (Photography)

Join Dr. Phelps-Ward and Dr. Mims for an End-of-the-Year Celebration.

Join us at Elm Street Brewing company for a mixer to socialize with other graduate students! We will have snacks too!

April 27-30 Coppelia is a comedic ballet originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Leon to music by Leo Delibes. Dr. Coppelius is a doctor who has made a life-size dancing doll. It is so lifelike that Franz, a village youth, becomes infatuated with it and sets aside his heart's true desire, Swanhilda. She shows him his folly by dressing as the doll, pretending to make it come to life and ultimately saving him from an untimely end at the hands of the inventor.

April 27-30 Coppelia is a comedic ballet originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Leon to music by Leo Delibes. Dr. Coppelius is a doctor who has made a life-size dancing doll. It is so lifelike that Franz, a village youth, becomes infatuated with it and sets aside his heart's true desire, Swanhilda. She shows him his folly by dressing as the doll, pretending to make it come to life and ultimately saving him from an untimely end at the hands of the inventor.

We look forward to your virtual presence on April 25th - May 6th for the Spring 2022 Immersive Learning Showcase.

The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA exhibitions between April 19th through May7th. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors!The Ned and Gloria Griner Gallery is pleased to welcome the Bachelor of Fine Arts - Capstone ExhibitionApril 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmOrchid Bradley (Drawing)Myles Bowles (Drawing)Kat Mitchell (Metals)Claire Verboncoeur (Drawing)Bachelor of Arts Capstone Exhibition - Fourth Floor Display April 26-29thReception: April 27th, 4-6pmRyan Deboy (Photography)

Join our crew of Ball State students Friday at 10:30am on YouTube and explore a constellation in your night sky. You do not need a YouTube account to watch. Check out the Brown Planetarium YouTube page afterwards for a recording of the event.

Amy is a doctoral piano student of Ray Kilburn, associate professor of music. The lecture will discuss and present the complete piano works of Zhou Long. This event is free and open to the public.

What exactly do astronomers do? Today’s astronomer is not the lone observer of past centuries. This program reveals the global collaboration, technology, and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe and features info on NASA's recently-launched James Webb Space Telescope.

April 27-30 Coppelia is a comedic ballet originally choreographed by Arthur Saint-Leon to music by Leo Delibes. Dr. Coppelius is a doctor who has made a life-size dancing doll. It is so lifelike that Franz, a village youth, becomes infatuated with it and sets aside his heart's true desire, Swanhilda. She shows him his folly by dressing as the doll, pretending to make it come to life and ultimately saving him from an untimely end at the hands of the inventor.