Upcoming Events
12 p.m.
Ball State University Baseball vs Butler Location: Muncie, Ind., Ball Diamond
TBD
Ball State University Football at Kent State Streaming Audio: https://thevarsitynetwork.com/audioapplink/source/oas-1239/content/bsu:allaccess-Live-1992 Location: Kent, OH
1 p.m.
Ball State University Women's Swimming and Diving vs UIC Location: Muncie, IN, Lewellen Aquatic Center
1 p.m.
Ball State University Men's Swimming and Diving vs UIC Location: Muncie, IN, Lewellen Aquatic Center
3:30 p.m.
Earth, Moon and SunCoyote has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system and learn to distinguish between myths and science. Learn the basics of fusion and solar energy and why the Sun rises and sets. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
4 p.m.
Ball State University Women's Volleyball vs Buffalo - Muncie Community Day & Autograph Night TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/61a377bf-b823-4f80-9c44-0dd620e67452 Tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/wvb-vs-buffalo-ko3wwcm-aa0a96e Location: Muncie, IN, Worthen Arena
5 p.m.
Saturn and Beyond Planetarium ShowSaturn’s rings are one of the most beautiful sights in the solar system. They can be seen clearly even with a small backyard telescope. Astronomers have known about these rings for over 400 years, yet they still present many questions. In 2004 the Cassini orbiter and the Huygens probe reached Saturn. During this show we will explore the mysterious features seen by these spacecraft. Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.
6:30 p.m.
Halloween show posterWhat do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes… astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! During this program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets, constellations, and stars will be out on your Halloween evening. Suitable for all ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
7 p.m.
Reagan Moncayo (BFA AO sophomore) on the red carpet at the Heartland Film FestivalDon’t miss this exciting evening of film and community at Pruis Hall on October 12 at 7:00 p.m.! Reception to follow. Free and open to the public.
1 p.m.
Ball State University Field Hockey at University of Michigan Location: Ann Arbor, MI
1 p.m.
Ball State University Soccer vs Ohio - Pink Out / Breast Cancer Awareness Match Streaming Video: https://ballstatesports.com/showcase?Live=1977 Location: Muncie, Ind., Briner Sports Complex
TBD
Ball State University Men's Golf at Little Rock - Chenal CC Location: Little Rock, Ark.
12 p.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Session: Learn the Basics of When and How to Claim Social Security
All Day Event
This pilot opportunity, sponsored by the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, will enable NTL faculty at Ball State to apply for funding to support activities undertaken to advance their development as scholars, including, but not limited to, workshops or conference travel for excellence in teaching, scholarly presentations/performances, and/or for professional development. The deadline for this competition is the 15th of every month beginning July 2024.
All Day Event
The Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs has developed a one-year pilot program to award tenure-line faculty members funds for the purpose of presenting their research and scholarship at professional regional or national meetings or to perform or exhibit creative works.
All Day Event
Provides faculty support to aid in expenses associated with publication, reprints, article processing or open access charges, page charges, and subventions.
All Day Event
The Student Travel Program is available for currently enrolled students at either Ball State, Burris Laboratory School or Indiana Academy to present works at a professional meeting, or perform or exhibit creative works.
9 a.m.
Join us to learn about one of our two-year Master's programs, Psychological Science and Clinical Psychology, at Ball State University.
10 a.m.
Do you want to work with children and adolescents as a psychologist or school psychologist? Do you like the idea of working with parents and teachers to help students in prekindergarten to grade 12 and beyond? Come learn about the PhD and EdS School Psychology Programs!
10 a.m.
People viewing art in the Ned and Gloria Griner GalleryStill/Moving is an exhibition offering a historical perspective between still and moving images by showing a progression between analog film, digital video, electronic lens-based media and new media technologies. Free and open to the public.
1 p.m.
University Libraries Workshop Calendar Thumbnail 2024If you have an assignment which requires legal research this semester, this workshop may save you some time and frustration. It will introduce you to Nexis Uni and other sources for finding statutes, cases, legal encyclopedias, and law review articles.
1 p.m.
Join the Office for Engagement, Wellbeing and Culture in this session to learn about three important conversations that can help increase engagement among your team. Engage365 sessions are offered to help supervisors focus on engagement throughout the year. A recorded session will be made available in Udemy.
1:30 p.m.
Learn more about the impact technology has had on libraries over the last 15 years. We will also discuss book banning and how libraries handle it.
2 p.m.
University Libraries Workshop Calendar Thumbnail 2024Discover how to find company and industry information for assignments or investing purposes using subscription databases available to Ball State University students, faculty, and staff. Sources include articles and company, stock, and industry reports. Participants will learn about creating lists of company data as well as finding articles and reports. This workshop may of interest to business students and faculty alike.
2 p.m.
Join Mr. Steve Reed on Zoom to learn more about Faculty Success.
2 p.m.
During this forum, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to share their thoughts on how we – individually and collectively – can extend and enhance our commitment to providing a premier educational experience for all of our undergraduate students.
5 p.m.
Grey Background with Ball State Beneficence Logo and "CCIM Living-Learning Community" under itHey, CCIM residents! Interested in photography? Then you won't want to miss the CCIM Photo Competition! Submit your photos before October 8th, and make sure to join us on October 15th from 5 to 7 PM to showcase all of your hard work! There will be pizza, pop, and a special prize for one lucky photographer! Judged by CCIM faculty and photography professionals, the winner of this competition will win a Polaroid camera! You don’t want to miss this!
6 p.m.
Maroon Background with Ball State Beneficence Logo and "STEM Living-Learning Community" under itJoin APM Maddy in the Beyerl Lobby on October 15th at 6PM to get to know different STEM organizations on campus. This event is to show residents some fun clubs related to their majors and to understand the importance (and fun!) of getting involved on campus. Complete with Halloween cookie decorating, this event is perfect for residents who want to meet other people within their majors.
6:30 p.m.
Grey Background with Ball State Beneficence Logo and "Honors Living-Learning Community" under itHaving trouble sleeping? Need to build healthy habits? Learn how to catch Z's with ease from BSU's Health Promotion and Advocacy! Join APM Nell and the Honors LLC for some free insomnia cookies and a raffle to win a GIANT DINO STUFFED ANIMAL! Stop counting sheep and join us on October 15!
10 a.m.
In this virtual workshop, participants will engage with practical ways to improve their digital body language over Zoom in order to increase their engagement in virtual settings.
10 a.m.
People viewing art in the Ned and Gloria Griner GalleryStill/Moving is an exhibition offering a historical perspective between still and moving images by showing a progression between analog film, digital video, electronic lens-based media and new media technologies. Free and open to the public.
11 a.m.
Join Mr. Steve Reed in the Faculty Excellence Center (TC 928) to learn more about Faculty Success.
11 a.m.
Calendar: Graduate School
Get ready to level up your research poster game and learn how to create eye-catching designs through this workshop.
12 p.m.
The Rinker Center hosts a Culture Exchange every Wednesday at noon at the Student Center located in Yuhas Room 102 for students to learn about their international peers and their home countries. The country of this week is India. A free meal will be sponsored by the Multicultural Center to all those who attend. This program is open to all currently enrolled Ball State students.
12 p.m.
Hear from experienced Non-Tenure Line faculty during this panel discussion about their experiences and advice for their peers. New and seasoned NTL faculty alike can benefit from the pedagogical advice and practical tips on networking, mentoring, professional development, and pursuing career goals.
1 p.m.
New to Ball State, Muncie, or want a deeper dive into what the community has to offer? Join us for a community bus tour that will stop at some of Ball State and Muncie's hidden gems.
1 p.m.
Calendar: Working Well
New to Ball State, Muncie, or want a deeper dive into what the community has to offer? Join us for a community bus tour that will stop at some of Ball State and Muncie's hidden gems.
1 p.m.
University Libraries Workshop Calendar Thumbnail 2024The online database RILM Abstracts of Music Literature is an essential source within music research. Yet, because it often provides only titles and summaries for articles (and not full text), utilizing it can be a daunting prospect for beginners. In this 30-minute session, learn all the basics you need to get started using RILM Abstracts in your music research.
5:30 p.m.
Wheelchair Basketball hosted by the Alliance for Disability Awareness (ADA) student club.
6 p.m.
artist Sarah Perkins poses with a statue of a triceratopsPlease join the School of Art for a presentation by artist Sarah Perkins. From 6:00PM - 7:00PM.