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Monday, September 28, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Faculty Recital: Michael Seregow, piano and Mihoko Watanabe, flute
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a performance from faculty members Michael Seregow, piano and Mihoko Watanabe, flute! This recital is free and open to the public.
Senior Capstone: The Thin Place
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Hilda’s search for answers draws her into the mysterious world of a woman who claims to speak with the dead in this haunting exploration of grief, perception, and the fragile boundary between belief and doubt. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Lifelong Learning Across Contexts
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
The session will offer insights into how adult learning systems in the United States, Thailand, and Cambodia support learning across the lifespan and how cultural values influence access, participation, and meaning making in lifelong learning. Participants will also have an opportunity to reflect on and share their own experiences with lifelong learning and consider how these ideas connect to their personal and community contexts.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Chemistry Seminar Series - Dr. Justin Miller
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Chemistry
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
Modifications of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Quorum Sensing Molecules Installed by Cytochrome P450 168A1
Finding our Voices: An Evening of Verse and Conversation with the Indiana Poet Laureate
6:30 p.m.
Calendar:
University Libraries
Ball State Libraries in collaboration with the Department of English invites you to an evening of poetry with the Indiana Poet Laureate, Curtis Crisler, and several Ball State students who have had the opportunity to workshop their poetry with the Poet Laurette.
Poetry Showcase Featuring Indiana Poet Laureate: Curtis L Crisler
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
African American Studies
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
English
,
Women's and Gender Studies
University Libraries and the Creative Writing Program Visiting Writer Series and Women’s, Gender and African American Studies welcomes Indiana poet Laureate, Curtis L. Crisler, Thursday, October 1 at 6:30 pm at the Multicultural Center.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Guest Artist Recital: Jasmin Arakawa, piano
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
The school of music is delighted to invite pianist Jasmine Arakawa for a recital in Sursa Hall! Event is free and open to the public.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Guest Artist Masterclass: Jasmin Arakawa, piano
9 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Join guest artist Jasmin Arakawa for a piano masterclass in Sursa Hall on October 2 at 9 a.m.!
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Mindfulness in the Museum
1 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.
"Halloween: Celestial Origins" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+.
Daniel Narducci & Rachelle Woolston Combined Studio Recital
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the voice students of Daniel Narducci and Rachelle Woolston. This event is free and open to the public.
"Space Slays: The Killer Universe" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Flute Day
8 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Inspiring performances, insightful teaching, and thought-provoking discussions featuring Ball State faculty and students! All events are free and open to the public – bring your flutes!
CharlieTown Tailgate at Community Weekend
11:30 a.m.
Calendar:
Alumni Association
Calling all Ball State Alumni, fans and friends: celebrate your Cardinal pride before our home football game against the Toledo Rockets!
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
12 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
2:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
"Magic Tree House: Space Mission" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"Halloween: Celestial Origins" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+.
"Space Slays: The Killer Universe" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Faculty Artist Series: Justin DeLong, tenor; Cynthia Smith, mezzo; LeeArron Klosterman, piano; Galit Gertsenzon, piano
3 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Faculty Artist Series Calendar
The Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Free and open to the public with livestream available.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Monday, October 5, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Clue
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Broadway
,
Comedy
,
Family
,
School of Art Calendar
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Conversations in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Series with Ryan Gard
11 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Ryan Gard is vice president of Cintas Corporation’s North Central Region, where he leads with a focus on operational excellence, talent development, and performance. A 2006 Ball State University graduate, he began his career with Cintas as a sales representative and advanced through several leadership roles before assuming his current position. He also serves on the Miller College of Business Leadership and Management Advisory Board.
Lifelong Learners: Poetry and the Legacy of Mildred Trivers
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Jeff Pearson, Mike Brockley, and George Wolfe are poets contributing and doing their best to follow Mildred’s legacy by continuing the poetry writing group she started in the early 1980s. This program will cover the group's origins and traditions, poetry written by current members, and an invitation to the audience to share their memories of Mildred and her family.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Holmes is Where the Heart Is
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
In postwar London, a sharp-witted private investigator and her sister race to solve a high-stakes mystery as voices from Sherlock Holmes radio broadcasts blur the line between inspiration and obsession. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Beginnings 2026: The First-Year Foundations Student Show
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend The Beginnings 2026 exhibition! September 4 – October 9, view student artwork completed in the past academic year in School of Art First-Year Foundations courses. Join us for the reception and awards ceremony during BSU Family Weekend, Friday, September 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Organ Day
9 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Inspiring performances, insightful teaching, and thought-provoking discussions featuring Ball State faculty and students!
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Lifelong Learners: Antigua and Tikal: Guatemala’s Colonial Capital and Mayan Ruins
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Guatemala is a land of mystery and majesty, home to 1,700-year-old Mayan Temples, active volcanoes and the deepest lake in Central America. From the bustle of Guatemala City to the Mayan mystery of Tikal, Guatemala was an awesome experience that needs to be shared, and Deb Smith, recently returned from an Overseas Adventure Travel week, is eager to share her stories with you.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
DOMA Lecture: Curator Alison Amick
6 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a public lecture at DOMA by Alison Amick from Chicago's Intuit Art Museum.
The Wiz
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Broadway
,
Dance
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Friday, October 16, 2026
Mindfulness in the Museum
1 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.
"Halloween: Celestial Origins" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+.
Commercial Voice Studio Recital
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the voice students of Justin DeLong. This event is free and open to the public.
"Space Slays: The Killer Universe" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Kids Make Art at DOMA
1:30 p.m.
Calendars:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
,
School of Art Calendar
A fun-filled opportunity for families and kids to experience the artworks at DOMA through art making activities with student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program.
"Magic Tree House: Space Mission" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"Halloween: Celestial Origins" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+.
"Space Slays: The Killer Universe" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Faculty Artist Series: Musical Arts Woodwind Quintet
3 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Faculty Artist Series Calendar
The Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Free and open to the public with livestream available.
Guest Artist Recital: Velvet Brown
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
The school of music is delighted to invite Velvet Brown for a recital in Sursa Hall! Event is free and open to the public.
Monday, October 19, 2026
Student Recital: Elle Cook, organ
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Elle Cook is an organ student of Marko Petricic. This event is free and open to the public.
"Writing for Young People" with Varian Johnson
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
English
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Women's and Gender Studies
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. The first event takes place on October 19th, 7:30 p.m. in the Pittenger Student Center Ballroom on "Writing for Young People".
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Dialogue Days
9:30 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops.
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Conversations in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Series with Marcus Hall
11 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Marcus Hall is president and partner at California Closets Midwest, where he oversees operations across Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio. With more than a decade of leadership experience, he guides a cross-functional team focused on delivering custom furniture and storage solutions while advancing innovation, operational excellence, and shared organizational goals. California Closets Midwest is part of Threefold, a permanent-equity firm that partners with specialty contracting companies serving the built environment.
Lifelong Learners: A Memory of Muncie: Understanding the City We Have; Building the City We Want
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Muncie’s quality of place didn’t happen by accident, it’s the long-term result of decades of infrastructure growth, rising maintenance responsibilities, and development patterns that change slowly and compound over time. This presentation tells Muncie’s growth story through an infrastructure lens, explains why real change can’t happen overnight, and argues that this reality isn’t hopeless—it’s manageable.
Fall Short Play Series
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
The Fall Short Play Series features multiple short plays performed in repertory directed by junior-level students. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Faculty Recital: Sean Imboden, saxophone with Guest Artists
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a performance from faculty member Sean Imboden and featured guest artists! This recital is free and open to the public.
Doctoral Performance Recital: Amanda Paust, flute
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Amanda Paust is a flute student of Mihoko Watanabe. This event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Dialogue Days
9:30 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops.
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Varian Johnson & Ashley C. Ford in Conversation
1 p.m.
Calendars:
English
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Women's and Gender Studies
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. At 1:00 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom on October 21st, there will be a fiction reading followed by an on-stage interview with Ball State alum—and New York Times bestselling memoirist—Ashley C. Ford.
Homecoming Food Truck Festival & Pep Rally
5 p.m.
Calendar:
Alumni Association
Get ready for an exciting evening at the Homecoming Food Truck Festival. All Cardinal fans are welcome to gather your friends and head to the Alan Hargrave Lawn for a high-energy celebration packed with food trucks, music, and spirited team competitions.
Pizza Party Meet and Greet with Writer Varian Johnson
5:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
English
,
Women's and Gender Studies
The Ball State Writer-in-Residence program is thrilled to host Varian Johnson, award-winning author of middle grade and young adult fiction, in Muncie the week of October 19th-21st to read, write, learn, and talk with students in our community schools and after-school programs, and engage with community members around books and storytelling. At 5:30 p.m. at the Ross Community Center, pizza and dessert will be served and Varian Johnson will be available to sign books after the event.
Fall Short Play Series
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
The Fall Short Play Series features multiple short plays performed in repertory directed by junior-level students. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Student Composers' Forum
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
The Student Composers' Forum features creative and innovative musical compositions written by undergraduate and graduate Ball State University composers. This event is free and open to the public.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Dialogue Days
9:30 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Join us for the largest student professional development event of the year, October 20-22. Network with alumni as they join us on campus to participate in numerous panel discussions. Alumni will share their experiences leading a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, and telecommunications. Networking and social opportunities complement professional development sessions and workshops.
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Guest Artist Recital: Denis Jiron, trombone
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
The school of music is delighted to invite trombonist Denis Jiron for a recital and masterclass in Sursa Hall! Event is free and open to the public.
Air Jam
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Alumni Association
,
Student Life
,
Emens Auditorium Calendar
The popular Homecoming event brings student groups and organizations together to dance and compete in a lip-sync competition.
Fall Short Play Series
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
The Fall Short Play Series features multiple short plays performed in repertory directed by junior-level students. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Overpass
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, October 23, 2026
Miller College Homecoming Open House
9 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Miller College of Business invites our students and alumni to join us for a Homecoming Open House! We look forward to hearing about your lives and sharing all of the exciting things that have happened at Miller College. Location: Whitinger Business Building Lobby
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Bed Race
12 p.m.
Calendars:
Alumni Association
,
Student Life
,
Emens Auditorium Calendar
This exciting Homecoming tradition brings teams of five together, racing beds down Riverside.
Student Recital: Nathan Ullrich and Nicholas Dillner, percussion
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Nathan Ullrich and Nicholas Dillner are percussion students of YoungKyoung Lee. This event is free and open to the public.
Fall Short Play Series
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
The Fall Short Play Series features multiple short plays performed in repertory directed by junior-level students. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
12 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
CharlieTown Tailgate Celebrates 100 Years of Homecoming
1 p.m.
Calendar:
Alumni Association
Calling all Ball State alumni, fans, and friends—join us as we celebrate 100 years of Homecoming and “Chirping Through the Decades” before the Cardinals take on Sacramento State!
Senior Capstone: Overpass
2:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday Spotlight Tour at DOMA
2:30 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Join a free public tour of works selected by a DOMA gallery guide.
EM | One
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
The EM concert series is a showcase for compositions of electronic and digital media.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Senior Capstone: Overpass
2:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Chamber Choir and Concert Choir
3 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Fall Short Play Series
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
The Fall Short Play Series features multiple short plays performed in repertory directed by junior-level students. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Overpass
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Horn Studio Recital
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the horn students of Gene Berger. This event is free and open to the public.
Monday, October 26, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Senior Capstone: Overpass
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Conversations in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Series with Stephen Hall
11 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Stephen Hall is co-founder of Tinker Coffee Co., a specialty coffee roaster founded in Indianapolis in 2014. After working in the wine industry, he discovered a passion for specialty coffee and launched the company with his brother-in-law, Jeff Johnson. Tinker Coffee Co. now operates five Indianapolis cafés, two locations at Indianapolis International Airport, and a growing e-commerce and wholesale roasting business throughout the Midwest.
Lifelong Learners: Not Your Grandfathers Dorms
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
This session will look at a brief history of housing at colleges and universities. The presentation pays close attention to the housing history of Ball State University and how this compares to the growth of housing operations at American Universities. The presentation includes a photo history of Ball State’s housing.
Senior Capstone: Overpass
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Two sisters navigate humor, memory, and an increasingly shifting reality in this poignant exploration of sisterhood, mental illness, and the strange, fragile experience of being alive. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Jazz Ensembles Calendar
Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Ball State Symphony Orchestra - Damnation to Redemption
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Orchestras Calendar
Program to include March from Damnation of Faust by Hector Berlioz, Sinfonia Concertante for Winds by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lyric for Strings by George Walker, and Finale from Symphony no. 2 by Jean Sibelius. Tickets available for purchase through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, October 30, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
GA Voice Studio Recital
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the students of Daniel Narducci. This event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Honors String Orchestra
9 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
Halloween Bash with the DOMA Art Alliance
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Join members of the Art Alliance at DOMA for a fun-filled and spooky afternoon!
Halloween Voice Studio Recital
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This Halloween-themed recital will feature the voice students of Yoko Shimazaki-Kilburn. This event is free and open to the public.
Ball State Percussion Group
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the percussion students of YoungKyoung Lee. This event is free and open to the public.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Honors String Orchestra
9 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
GA Voice Studio Recital
5:30 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
This recital will feature the voice students of Daniel Narducci. This event is free and open to the public.
Monday, November 2, 2026
ECAP's Sappenfield Guest Lecture Series Presents Thomas Woltz
4 a.m.
Calendar:
Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning
Join us for a special lecture featuring renowned landscape architect Thomas L. Woltz, FASLA, as he shares insights from his award-winning work shaping meaningful public landscapes around the world.
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Lifelong Learners: The Stories That Trees Tell
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Most people know that you can determine the age of some trees by counting their annual growth ring. However, those growth rings can tell us so much more. Measurement of dated tree-rings have been used to determine when the Anasazi built their large community in the American Southwest and to document the mega drought that forced them to leave these homes. After listening to this presentation, you will never look at trees the same way again.
Online MBA and MS in Business Analytics Information Session
3 p.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Register for a free, online information session about our nationally-ranked online MBA and MS in Business Analytics programs. Ball State University has earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earning the honor of being a member of AACSB’s Business Education Alliance.
William Camargo: Where Images Live: Photography, Place, and the Power of Presence
6 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Art Calendar
,
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites you to a lecture on photography with William Camargo. This event is free and open to the public. From 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. in AR 217.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Wakka Wakka: Dead as a Dodo
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Family
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Panel Discussion: Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
3 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend a panel discussion for Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Reception: Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
4 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend the reception for Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Friday, November 6, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Mindfulness in the Museum
1 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.
"Kitz the Cat’s SuperMoon Adventure" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s Moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts that fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+.
"Worlds of Water" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+.
Saturday, November 7, 2026
High School Choral Invitational
9 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Music Calendar
"Kitz the Cat’s SuperMoon Adventure" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s Moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts that fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+.
"Worlds of Water" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+.
"Worlds of Water" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+.
University Choral Union, Vox Anima, and Cardinal Chorus
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
University Singers Fall Concert
3 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble kicks off the season with its annual Fall Concert featuring songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
University Singers Fall Concert
6 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble kicks off the season with its annual Fall Concert featuring songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
Monday, November 9, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Lifelong Learners: Veterans Day Program
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Operation Iceberg-Heroes of the Fleet - Okinawa was the last battle of the war. The casualties were greater and the duration longer than any battle of the war. It was nearly beyond what the mind could absorb and yet it would be a small percentage of the ferocity of the battle to come. Nobody can take away from the sacrifice of our soldiers and marines. Few understand the sacrifice of our sailors. This is a story of near misses, miracles, loss, and stand-your-ground heroism.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Posters for Peace: Voices from the Indian Context, an international design collaboration initiated by the South Asian Design Educators Alliance (SADEA). The initiative brings together twenty graphic designers and design educators from India and the United States (of Indian origin) to explore and interpret the idea of peace within the Indian socio-cultural context. October 20 – November 12, 2026. Free and open to the public.
Reading and Book Signing with Indiana Author Melissa Fraterrigo
5 p.m.
Calendars:
English
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
The Creative Writing Program Visiting Writer Series and Women’s, Gender and African American Studies welcome Indiana author, Melissa Fraterrigo for a reading and book signing, Thursday, November 12, 5:00 PM in Robert Bell 125.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, November 13, 2026
Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power®
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Comedy
,
Family
6:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Ball State Campus Band
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Bands Calendar
Hear the Campus Band live in concert! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Saturday Spotlight Tour at DOMA
2:30 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Join a free public tour of works selected by a DOMA gallery guide.
Astronomy Slam 2026
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
,
College of Sciences and Humanities
Cost: $4/person, click link for information. During this event, Ball State students use planetarium visuals to present in the most creative way they can while competing. Ten minutes a person—that is all the time they have to share a piece of our universe with you in the planetarium in an effort to win Astronomy Slam Champion. Suitable for adults and ages 10+.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Conversations in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Series with Roman Baisa
11 a.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Roman Baisa is a real estate entrepreneur and the founder of Carmel Tipsy Tour. He graduated from Ball State University in 2018 where he played baseball. Since then, he has built a real estate business that has sold over $70 million in sales and has built a life of independence through entrepreneurship.
Lifelong Learners: Tax Time After 65—Keep More of What’s Yours
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Why 65 Changes the Rules, Your Income Picture After 65, The Three Big Deductions for 2026, Medical, Given, and Itemizing—When to Skip the Standard Deduction, RMD’s, Roths, and Timing Withdrawals, Indiana -Specific, Q&A and Resources
Kit Paulson: The Artist’s Process
6 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Art Calendar
,
School of Art Calendar
Glass artist Kit Paulson will elucidate her 25 years in glassmaking. In Paulson’s body of work, delicate detail and historical precepts converge to create objects that strike a fragile balance between the known and the unknown object. Predominantly working in borosilicate glass, Paulson’s intricate networked forms showcase a complex craft. This event is free and open to the public. From 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. in AR 217.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Reception & Artist's Talk: Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
4 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Bands Calendar
Ball State's Wind Ensemble presents a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, November 20, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Mindfulness in the Museum
1 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Broadway in Love
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Pruis Hall Calendar
,
Broadway
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Fall Opera
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Opera Theatre Calendar
,
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Fall Opera
3 p.m.
Calendars:
Opera Theatre Calendar
,
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Dontrell, Who Kissed the Sea
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Eighteen-year-old Dontrell Jones III feels called to the ocean to seek an ancestor lost during the Middle Passage in this lyrical and moving exploration of legacy, identity, family, and the courage to confront the past. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Monday, November 23, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Senior Capstone: Collective Rage
7:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Theatre and Dance Calendar
Five women—all named Betty—collide in a sharp, funny, and subversive exploration of anger, identity, sex, and the expectations that shape who we are. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Lifelong Learners: Dickens and Christmas: The ‘Carol’ in Context
1:30 p.m.
Calendar:
Association of Lifelong Learners Calendar
Charles Dickens and Christmas have been inextricably linked in the popular imagination since the publication of “A Christmas Carol” in 1843. This talk explores the circumstances under which Dickens wrote the novella, the place it occupies in its author’s career, and the impact it made from the beginning in promoting benevolence and charity. Adapted for stage, radio and screen, nearly two centuries later it retains its power to move and inspire.
Monday, November 30, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Jazz Ensembles Calendar
Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Friday, December 4, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Mindfulness in the Museum
1 p.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries.
"Accidental Astronauts" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"The Christmas Star" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+.
University Singers Holiday Festival
7 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 63rd season this year! Under the direction of Jodi Cotton-Street, the ensemble is ringing in the holiday season with its annual Holiday Festival featuring special guests and songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
Saturday, December 5, 2026
"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"Solar Superstorms" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
"The Christmas Star" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+.
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Holiday Choral Concert (Afternoon)
3 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Five choirs combine to surround the audience in a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the heart. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. The afternoon (3 p.m.) performance will also be available as a livestream.
Holiday Choral Concert (Evening)
6 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Five choirs combine to surround the audience in a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the heart. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. The afternoon (3 p.m.) performance will also be available as a livestream.
Monday, December 7, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Online MBA and MS in Business Analytics Information Session
3 p.m.
Calendar:
Miller College of Business
Register for a free, online information session about our nationally-ranked online MBA and MS in Business Analytics programs. Ball State University has earned accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earning the honor of being a member of AACSB’s Business Education Alliance.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, December 10, 2026
Cassidy Frye: Breathing out Sighs
10 a.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend Breathing Out Sighs, a guest exhibition highlighting the quiet vessels and memory of home. November 18 – December 10. Free and open to the public.
Friday, December 11, 2026
"Accidental Astronauts" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"The Christmas Star" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+.
Saturday, December 12, 2026
"Accidental Astronauts" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
3:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners.
"Solar Superstorms" 5:00pm Planetarium Show
5 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Recommended for adults and ages 12+.
"The Christmas Star" 6:30pm Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars:
College of Sciences and Humanities
,
Physics and Astronomy
,
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+.
Friday, December 18, 2026
Fall Exhibition Closes
9 a.m.
Calendar:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
Final day to view "Jan Petry's Gift: Outsider and Folk Art in the Museum" at DOMA.
Thursday, January 14, 2027
Josh Sneed
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Pruis Hall Calendar
,
Comedy
7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
Friday, January 15, 2027
Reception and Artist Talk: 2.0 Kinds of Funny
4 p.m.
Calendar:
School of Art Calendar
The School of Art invites the public to attend 2.0 Kinds of Funny, an exhibition of humorous art with works contained in one cubic foot boxes. January 15 – February 11. Free and open to the public.
Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Carpenters
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Pruis Hall Calendar
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
Wednesday, February 3, 2027
Tom Shah Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Jazz Ensembles Calendar
Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz dedicated to Tom Shah! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Saturday, February 6, 2027
11th Annual Opera Gala
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Opera Theatre Calendar
,
School of Music Calendar
The Ball State Opera Theatre program presents their 11th annual Opera Gala. The evening will feature School of Music faculty, alumni, and students performing together! Tickets are available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday, February 13, 2027
Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Bands Calendar
Hear the Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble live in concert! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Forjoury
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Pruis Hall Calendar
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
Jazz at Lincoln Center: World on a String
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Thursday, February 25, 2027
Ball State Symphony Orchestra & Ball State Choirs - Celebration of Song
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Orchestras Calendar
Enjoy a celebration of music with the Ball State Symphony Orchestra and Ball State Choirs! Program to include music by Giuseppe Verdi, Lili Boulanger, Giacomo Puccini, and the winners of the Concerto Competition. Tickets available for purchase through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Saturday, February 27, 2027
54th Annual Larry McWilliams Dimensions in Jazz Festival
All Day Event
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Jazz Ensembles Calendar
Enjoy the 54th Annual Larry McWilliams Dimensions in Jazz Festival with Ball State Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Mark Buselli and special guest artist, Ignacio González Esnaola!
Sunday, March 14, 2027
University Choral Union and Cardinal Chorus
5:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Tuesday, March 16, 2027
Waitress
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Broadway
,
Dance
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Tuesday, March 23, 2027
Women of Song Concert
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Enjoy a celebration of treble-voice music featuring Ball State's Vox Anima, Indy's White River Sound, and Anderson University's Vola Voce! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Tuesday, March 30, 2027
One Night of Queen
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Dance
,
Family
,
Music
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Saturday, April 3, 2027
Kids Make Art at DOMA
1:30 p.m.
Calendars:
David Owsley Museum of Art Calendar
,
School of Art Calendar
A fun-filled opportunity for families and kids to experience the artworks at DOMA through art making activities with student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program.
Wednesday, April 7, 2027
Ball State Jazz Ensembles
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Jazz Ensembles Calendar
Enjoy a concert with Ball State Jazz! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Thursday, April 8, 2027
Ball State Campus Band and Wind Ensemble
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Bands Calendar
Hear the Campus Band live in concert! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Chamber Choir Concert
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Friday, April 16, 2027
2027 Immersive Learning Showcase
1 p.m.
Calendar:
Immersive Learning
Join us for the Immersive Learning Showcase on Monday, April 16, 2027 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm in the Student Center Cardinal Hall. Awards will be given including the Immersive Learning Faculty Awards, Immersive Learning Student Team Award, and the Community Partner Award.
Saturday, April 17, 2027
Spring Opera
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Opera Theatre Calendar
,
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Sunday, April 18, 2027
Spring Opera
3 p.m.
Calendars:
Opera Theatre Calendar
,
School of Music Calendar
Enjoy a brilliant performance from Ball State's Opera Theatre program in Sursa Performance Hall! Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
Friday, April 23, 2027
Ball State Wind Symphony and Special Guest Opener
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Bands Calendar
Hear the Wind Symphony and special guest opener (to be determined) live in concert! Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Saturday, April 24, 2027
Ball State Choirs
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
School of Music Calendar
,
Choirs Calendar
Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
Shucked
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Broadway
,
Comedy
,
Family
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
Tuesday, April 27, 2027
National Geographic: Chasing Monarchs
7:30 p.m.
Calendars:
Emens Auditorium Calendar
,
Pruis Hall Calendar
,
Family
,
Speakers
7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
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