Saturday, December 13, 2025
All Day Event
December 13 | December Commencement
8 a.m.
Celebration for students graduating from online academic graduate programs. There will be appetizers, mortarboard decoration, selfie stations, and chair massages. Faculty and staff are invited and should RSVP to Caytlin Collins.
All Day Event
Ball State University's Residence Halls will be closed for the Semester Break, December 13, 2025 - January 4, 2026.
10 a.m.
Graduating seniors earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts or Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art will showcase their work in a range of media, including ceramics, drawing, glass, metals and jewelry, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video and new media. Come see our seniors' amazing work! Join us for the Exhibition Receptions and Gallery Talks on December 12, 4 to 6 p.m. Exhibitions and receptions are free and open to the public.
3:30 p.m.
Coyote’s many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors spark curiosity and lead viewers to explore how the Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system, distinguishing myth from science. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+; all ages are welcome.
5 p.m.
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. Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.
5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
6:30 p.m.
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. Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.