University Calendar

Ball State University’s Office of Immersive Learning is pleased to accept proposals for the financial support of immersive learning projects.The Provost Immersive Learning Pilot Projects/One-Time Grant program provides financial support for one-time immersive learning projects or pilot projects that have not been funded before. Applications for this grant are submitted by the proposed project’s faculty mentor and must be approved by the applicant’s department chair and college dean.

Ball State University Women's Golf at Lady Paladin Invitational - Furman University Golf Club Location: Greenville, SC

Ball State University Women's Tennis at Belmont University Location: Nashville, TN

Aspire Alpha support aims to support new tenure-track faculty members jumpstart their research and creative arts agenda. Alpha Support assists new faculty in purchasing supplies, research-related items, and to assist in travel by offering a one-time SEET grant. The deadline for this program is September 20.

Join the Office for Engagement, Wellbeing and Culture in this session to learn how meaningful conversations with employees on your team can have a huge impact on engagement.

Grant writing is a crucial activity for nonprofits and educators to fund projects and support their mission. In this introductory class, you will learn the basics of grant writing.

Join the Office for Engagement, Wellbeing and Culture in this session to learn how meaningful conversations with employees on your team can have a huge impact on engagement.

Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.

BSA will be hosting our H.U.G event to raise awareness for Suicide Prevention Month. We will be sharing resources available on campus and in Muncie. The members of BSA will be giving free hugs or affirmation cards in the place of a hug. Beverages will also be provided.

Ball State University Field Hockey at Kent State University Location: Kent, OH

Ball State University Field Hockey at Kent State University Streaming Video: https://boxcast.tv/view/kent-state-field-hockey-vs-ball-state-kevuqe6lleg971zpbdtx?_gl=1*1d2dkh1*_gcl_au*MjAxMzg3NTkyMS4xNzIzNDc5NjQz*_ga*MjA5NzAwNTM3MS4xNzIzNDc5NjQz*_ga_PXBBF7HVWQ*MTcyMzU2ODU2NS4zLjEuMTcyMzU2ODg0NC4wLjAuMA.. Location: Kent, OH

It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Along the way, meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running and learn about their work. Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

Ball State University Women's Volleyball vs Wright State - Red Out & Autograph Night TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/4ea301f4-7c2c-4da4-a4fc-888701438c22 Tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/wvb-vs-akron-qq1eexq-1e9c3c11 Location: Muncie, IN, Worthen Arena

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment. Most suitable for all ages 8+, all ages welcome.

Come join us this Friday at University Green for the Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff! Fiesta on the Green is one of LSU's biggest events of the semester, we will have music, dancing, food, and plenty of games! Anyone and everyone is welcome to come celebrate!

7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium

Ball State University Women's Golf at Lady Paladin Invitational - Furman University Golf Club Location: Greenville, SC

Please join President Geoffrey S. Mearns, and the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies, for a dedication ceremony for the Peace Plaza.

Ball State University Football at Central Michigan TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/2aace8df-4ba9-400b-950f-86078a48e82d Streaming Audio: https://thevarsitynetwork.com/audioapplink/source/oas-1239/content/bsu:allaccess-Live-1984 Location: Mount Pleasant, MI

Join a free public tour of works selected by a DOMA gallery guide.

Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts! The Earth in the far future, where humanity no longer exists. Cats that survived in the debris left behind by humanity have evolved into intelligent beings. Three cats – Kitz, Tutti, and Pepe – are working as cleaners at NYASA and today’s mission is to clean up space junk. But these unpredictable street cats skip some of their work and fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+, all ages are welcome.

It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Along the way, meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running and learn about their work. Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.

Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program seeks to answer some of the biggest questions of all time. What are we made of? Where did it all come from? Explore the secrets of our cosmic chemistry, our explosive origins and connect life on Earth to the evolution of the Universe. A family-friendly film full of fun, adventure, and enlightenment. Most suitable for all ages 8+, all ages welcome.

Ball State University Men's Golf at Purdue University - Kampen-Cosler Golf Course Location: West Lafayette, IN

Ball State University Field Hockey vs University of Louisville (Blackou/Morgan's Message) Streaming Video: https://ballstatesports.com/showcase?Live=1982 Location: Muncie, Ind., Briner Sports Complex

Ball State University Soccer at Kent State Streaming Video: https://boxcast.tv/view/womens-soccer-vs-ball-state-tkqglchwn6cpivodyocy Location: Kent, Ohio

Trying to live up to his father's legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they realized and discover that when you change your mind, you can change your whole world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.

Led by Dr. Jim Schmutte, a retired Ball State professor of accounting, the “2024 Accounting and Auditing Update” focuses on recent and developing changes to accounting and reporting, emphasizing their impact on private companies and not-for-profit entities. This course qualifies for four credits toward Indiana’s A&A CPE requirement and the GAO Yellow Book CPE requirement.

Phillip Bernstein, FAIA and deputy dean and professor adjunct at Yale School of Architecture, will attempt to set some context for the current evolution of AI, set against the history of digitization in architecture, and speculate on possible futures and strategies for architecture.

The Accounting Career Fair and the concurrent reception serve as a networking and recruitment opportunity with Ball State Accounting students, faculty, and peers.

Join APM Colin at the Floats and Votes Event on Monday, September 23rd at 6:00 PM on the Stu West lawn. This is your chance to register to vote and enjoy a refreshing root beer float. Engage with a diverse array of political clubs, including the College Republicans, College Democrats, YDSA, Feminists for Action, Economics Club, and more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with your peers and make your voice heard!

Come learn about Asian fetishes and how they impact Asian people. This is a safe space to share stories and support each other.

Working with a messy dataset? Join us for a hands-on workshop on OpenRefine, a powerful tool for cleaning and wrangling messy data. Participants will learn how to use OpenRefine to efficiently explore, clean, and organize datasets, making them ready for analysis. Whether you’re dealing with inconsistent data or you need to streamline your data preparation, this session will provide the skills and tips you need to get the most out of this versatile platform. No prior experience with OpenRefine is required.

Working with a messy dataset? Join us for a hands-on workshop on OpenRefine, a powerful tool for cleaning and wrangling messy data. Participants will learn how to use OpenRefine to efficiently explore, clean, and organize datasets, making them ready for analysis. Whether you’re dealing with inconsistent data or you need to streamline your data preparation, this session will provide the skills and tips you need to get the most out of this versatile platform. No prior experience with OpenRefine is required.

Participate in the Immunization Clinic on September 24th or 25th.

Research has proven that there’s no better party trick than spouting off advanced knowledge about PDFs! Grab a helmet, some safety goggles, and your department’s approval pipelines: it’s time to get messy. Form field management. Digital signatures. File size optimization. And more. We’ll explore the outer realms of infinite possibilities together and your friends won’t know what hit them, nor will your data collection policy.