Events Listed As Academics

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.

Attend this session for an overview of Kanopy, the streaming video service brought to you by the University Libraries. From documentaries, classics, and foreign films, learn about searching, embedding full films and clips in Canvas, and creating playlists. All sessions will be held in BL L82B on the lower level of Bracken in the Educational Technology and Resources Collection. Bring a laptop to follow along or search on your own (optional).

Need to manage lots of citations? EndNote might be the solution for you. Use it to organize references and create bibliographies in many citation styles, including APA and MLA.

As part of our campus-wide efforts to support our first year students in the first 6 weeks of the semester, a panel series has been created for faculty to connect the six success factors to purposeful teaching and course design.

Cooking Night BANGLADESH - Friday, September 20, 2019 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm – Student Center Yuhas Room 102 -Learn to cook a dessert from Bangladesh!

Soprano Ísis Jarnicki de Carvalho is a voice student of Jon Truitt and pianist Peter Douglas is a student of Cara Chowning. Program to include works by Amy Beach, Alma Mahler, Clara Schumann, Mari Ésabel Valverde, Cécile Chaminade, Pauline Viardot, Nadia Boulanger, and Liana Alexandra. Free and open to the public.

Electronic final grade submission is available for first 5 weeks part of term classes.

Learn about new and available technology solutions available for your classroom use and work needs.

On September 25, the English Department Visiting Writers Series welcomes YA /fantasy author Laura Ruby, a National Book Award Finalist, who writes fiction for adults, teens and children. She is the author of the Printz Medal Winning novel Bone Gap and many other books.

Alessandro is a piano student of Robert Palmer, the Ruth Weldy Mauzy and Mary Weldy Porter distinguished professor of music. Program to include works by Haydn, Chopin, and Scriabin. Free and open to the public.

University Libraries and the Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA) are combining forces to help you find funding sources for your research and creative work.

As the newspapers, images, and other documents of the past are digitized, the researchers of the present are able to access a wealth of primary sources online. This workshop will feature an introduction to electronic collections of primary sources available at Ball State University and beyond that are useful researching historical events, periods, and issues.

Come to this session for an overview of TeachingBooks, an authoritative database of resources about books for students in grades 7-12. Content includes information about fiction and non-fiction books, authors, and illustrators. The collection also includes short movies, audio book readings and book discussion guides to help teachers increase student engagement.

Presentation on HUNGARY - Wednesday, October 2, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 – Presenter: Haraszti Leland – Welcome to Culture Exchange day as the Rinker Center for International Programs introduces HUNGARY!

Join us at Ball State University's Fishers Center for Academic and Economic Innovation. Elevate your business by attending GrowBIG Training to learn a proven business development system crafted specifically to help you grow your business faster, in the right way.

Sip & Chat MEXICO - Friday, October 4, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 - Try a typical beverage from Mexico called “Horchata” and relax while feeling immersed in the culture!

Fall Break - no classes. University administrative offices open.

Fall Break—no classes. University administrative offices open.

Presentation on KENYA - Wednesday, October 9, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 – Presenter: Obondo Florence – Welcome to Culture Exchange day as the Rinker Center for International Programs introduces KENYA!

This information session will allow you to explore whether a masters degree in social work is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.

All midterm deficiency grade submissions for full term undergraduate classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

Ball State University’s Field Station and Environmental Education Center proudly hosts this hands-on workshop to demonstrate practical, lowcost techniques to create or restore natural and native wetland habitats.

Ball State University’s Field Station and Environmental Education Center proudly hosts this hands-on workshop to demonstrate practical, lowcost techniques to create or restore natural and native wetland habitats.

Need to manage lots of citations? EndNote might be the solution for you. Use it to organize references and create bibliographies in many citation styles, including APA and MLA.

Come to this session for an overview of TeachingBooks, an authoritative database of resources about books for students in grades 7-12. Content includes information about fiction and non-fiction books, authors, and illustrators. The collection also includes short movies, audio book readings and book discussion guides to help teachers increase student engagement.

Classes for the second 8 week part of Term 22 begin today.

Language Night SWAHILI - Friday, October 18, 2019 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 -Join us and learn some slang and fun phrases in Swahili!

All final grade submission for the first 8 week classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

These days, it is difficult to find credible information in a landscape of fake news, satirical sites, and downright inaccurate reporting. As information experts, librarians share your interest in improving the critical thinking skills of students so they may become better evaluators of information, cite higher quality sources, and grow into media literate citizens. Attend this workshop led by Ball State University librarians to receive expert tips and resources to integrate into your courses.

Presentation on BRAZIL - Wednesday, October 23, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 – Presenter: Rodrigo Feller – Welcome to Culture Exchange day as the Rinker Center for International Programs introduces BRAZIL!

Come to this session for an overview of TeachingBooks, an authoritative database of resources about books for students in grades 7-12. Content includes information about fiction and non-fiction books, authors, and illustrators. The collection also includes short movies, audio book readings and book discussion guides to help teachers increase student engagement.

Become familiar with basic skills in Mendeley, a citation management tool that can help manage your references and create bibliographies while citing as you write. Access this workshop online or attend in person.

Spring priority registration begins at 8:00 a.m. today

Presentation on NIGERIA – Wednesday, October 30, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 – Presenter: Adeboje Anu – Welcome to Culture Exchange day as the Rinker Center for International Programs introduces NIGERIA!

Third 5 week Term 33 classes begin today.

Meditation Night - Friday, November 1, 2019 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm – Student Center Yuhas Room 102 -Come relax and meditate with us!

Today is the last day to add/drop by web for classes taught in the third 5 week part of Term 33.

All final grade submissions for middle 5 week classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

Attend this session for an overview of Kanopy, the streaming video service brought to you by the University Libraries. From documentaries, classics, and foreign films, learn about searching, embedding full films and clips in Canvas, and creating playlists. All sessions will be held in BL L82B on the lower level of Bracken in the Educational Technology and Resources Collection. Bring a laptop to follow along or search on your own (optional).

Study Abroad Fair - Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 -Are you interested in learning about opportunities to study abroad? The fair will take place alongside the Amazing Taste event, which also will be held in the Student Center – so you can stop by between tasting great food and watching fun cultural performances.

This information session will allow you to explore whether a doctoral degree in educational psychology is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.

November 11, 2019 is the Fall 2019 submission deadline for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.

This information session will allow you to explore whether a masters degree in social work is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.

Presentation on SOUTH KOREA – Wednesday, November 13, 2019 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 – Presenter: Soojin Lee – Welcome to Culture Exchange day as the Rinker Center for International Programs introduces SOUTH KOREA!

Learn the basics of Wix, a free tool for creating websites. You’ll get an overview of the tools available in Wix that can help you create an effective online portfolio for your future endeavors.

Learn the basics of Wix, a free tool for creating websites. You’ll get an overview of the tools available in Wix that can help you create an effective online portfolio for your future endeavors.

David, is currently owner of the Proctor Group, a consulting and coaching company. With more than 20 years in the tech sector, David co-founded an e-commerce subscription company before selling it to an investor group.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes. University administrative offices are open until noon.

Thanksgiving recess. No classes. University administrative offices closed.

Thanksgiving recess. No classes. University administrative offices closed.

Classes resume.

This information session will allow you to explore whether a masters degree in social work is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.

This online information session will allow you to explore whether an internship in dietetics is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.

Sip & Chat ZIMBABWE - Friday, December 6, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Student Center Yuhas Room 102 -Learn about Zimbabwe’s music and landscapes and relax while feeling immersed in the culture.

Final examination day for Saturday classes.

Last meeting day for regular classes.

Electronic final grade submission is available for full term courses.

Final examination period

Final examination period

End Fall 2019 Term classes.

December Commencement

Semester break

Semester break

Final grade submissions due by 4:59 p.m. for full (1), second 8 week (22), and third 5 week (33) parts of term.

Semester break

Grades available in Self-Service Banner for students to view.

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Begin Spring full (1), first 8 week (21), and first 5 week (31) parts of term.

This is the last day to add/drop for classes that run the first 5 week Term 31.

Today is the last day to add/drop for classes that run the first 8 week Term 21.

Today is the last day to add/drop by web for classes taught in the Full Term 1.

Today is the last day to web withdrawal for classes in the first 5 week part of Term 31.

To receive your degree in Spring of 2020, you must apply to graduate by February 3, 2020, even if you don’t plan to attend the commencement ceremony.

Today is the last day to web withdrawal for classes in the first 8 week part of Term 21.

Classes for the middle 5 week part of Term 32 begin today.

Today is the last day to add/drop by web for classes taught in the middle 5 week part of Term 32.

All final grade submissions for the first 5 week classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

All midterm grade submissions for full term undergraduate classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

University administrative offices open March 2 - 6.

Today is the last day to web withdrawal for classes in the middle 5 week part of Term 32.

Classes scheduled for the second 8 week part of spring term 22 begin today.

All final grade submissions for first 8 week classes must be submitted electronically by 4:59 p.m. today.

Today is the last day to change a course by web for classes taught in the second 8 week part of Term 22.

Today is the last day to withdrawal by web for Spring term classes.

Electronic final grade submission is available for middle 5 week classes.

Classes for the third 5 week Term 33 begin today.

Today is the last day to change a course by web for classes taught in the third 5 week part of Term 33.

Priority registration opens at 8:00 a.m.

April 6, 2020 is the Spring 2020 submission deadline for RES 697 Research Paper, CRPR 698 Creative Project, THES 698 Thesis, and DISS 799 Doctor’s Dissertation.

Open Registration for summer classes.

Today is the last day to web withdrawal for classes in the third 5 week part of Term 33.

Final examination day for Saturday classes.

Last meeting day for regular classes.

Electronic final grade submission is available for full term, second 8 week, and third 5 week courses.

Final examination period.

Final examination period.

Classes taught in the second 8 week part of term 21 and third 5 week part of term 33 end today.

May commencement

Final grades due 3:59PM for full (1), second 8 week (22), and third 5 week (33) parts of term

Effectively confronting the challenges facing small cities and rural communities requires both a better understanding of regional linkages and greater interaction between the academics who study these issues and the policy makers who address them. Join us for a two-day conference examining these issues.

Effectively confronting the challenges facing small cities and rural communities requires both a better understanding of regional linkages and greater interaction between the academics who study these issues and the policy makers who address them. Join us for a two-day conference examining these issues.

University classes begin for Part of Term 1 (full summer term) and Part of Term 21 (first half term).

Change-of-course end for Part of Term 21 (first half term).

Change-of-course end for Part of Term 1 (full summer term).

Holiday observance. No classes. University administrative offices closed.

To receive your degree in Summer of 2020, you must apply to graduate by May 26, 2020, even if you don’t plan to attend the commencement ceremony.

Course withdrawal period ends for Part of Term 21 (first half term).

Part of Term 21 (first half term) ends.

University classes begin for Part of Term 22 (second half term)Change-of-course accepted.

Change-of-course end for Part of Term 22 (second half term).

Course Withdrawal Period Ends for Part of Term 1 (full Summer term).

Independence Day Observance - no classes. University administrative offices closed.

Course Withdrawal Period Ends for Part of Term 22 (second half term).

Part of Term 1 ends (full summer term). Part of Term 22 ends (second half term). Term grades due Wednesday, July 22, 4:00 pm

July Commencement

Academic year for faculty begins.

Saturday classes meet.

University classes for Fall Semester begin.

University administrative offices closed.

Fall Break—no classes.University administrative offices open.

Fall Break—no classes.University administrative offices open.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes.University administrative offices close at noon Wednesday.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes.University administrative offices close at noon Wednesday.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes.University administrative offices close at noon Wednesday.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes.University administrative offices close at noon Wednesday.

Thanksgiving recess – no classes.University administrative offices close at noon Wednesday.

Classes resume.

Final examination day for Saturday classes.

Last meeting day for regular classes.

Final Examination Period.

Final Examination Period.

Final Examination Period.

Fall Semester ends.

Semester Break.

Semester Break.

Semester Break.

Semester Break.

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Semester Break.

Semester Break.

University classes for Spring Semester begin.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration – no classes.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Spring BreakUniversity administrative offices open March 8-March 12.

Classes resume.

Final examination day for Saturday classes.

Last meeting day for regular classes.

Final Examination Period.

Final Examination Period.

Final Examination Period.

Spring Semester ends.

May Commencement.

University classes begin for Part of Term 1 (full summer term).University classes begin for Part of Term 21 (first half term).

Memorial Day – no classesUniversity administrative offices closed.

Part of Term 21 (first half term) ends.

University classes begin for Part of Term 22 (second half term).

Independence Day Observance – no classes.

Part of Term 1 ends (full summer term).Part of Term 22 ends (second half term).

July Commencement.