Thursday, February 27, 2025
10 a.m.
In this hands-on workshop, participants will be introduced to OpenRefine, a powerful open-source tool for cleaning and transforming messy data. Attendees will learn how to efficiently explore, tidy, and organize datasets in preparation for analysis and visualization. Whether you’re working with inconsistent data or seeking to streamline your data preparation process, this session will equip you with essential skills and practical experience to make the most of this versatile platform. No prior experience with OpenRefine is required.
10 a.m.
Join members of the Office of Employee Relations team to learn about the performance evaluation process for supervisors at Ball State.
10 a.m.
The School of Art and The Griner Gallery invites the public to the 90th Annual Student Art Show, running from February 14 to March 15. Come view the work of our talented students for free!
11 a.m.
Session: Saavy Way to Save
11 a.m.
Although the third in the line of James Payne’s, he tops the charts at Number 1 when it comes to his skills and experience in creating world class guest experiences. He developed fundamentals in Marketing and Public Relations from Ball State University, as well as Adult Training and Consulting from North Carolina State University. He harnessed veteran customer service skills acquired at Disney Institute Training. He works around people, with people, and for people. He earned a Hospitality Certification from IUPUI, venturing into positions with small and large organizations alike. In February 2011, he worked as the Chief Concierge and Hospitality Training Specialist during Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis. James has developed a trained team of hospitality professionals to create memorable Game Day/Fan Experiences for the Indianapolis Colts, resulting in club and suite renewals.
12 p.m.
How would you describe a leader? Join this interactive workshop to learn about defining leadership, leadership styles, and how you can enhance your own leadership skills.
12:30 p.m.
Are you a recent graduate or current senior rethinking how your major aligns with your career goals? Join us for The Pivot Playbook: Embracing Careers Beyond Your Major - a dynamic and practical session designed to help you confidently navigate career transitions and unlock new possibilities.
1 p.m.
Do you feel like you generally understand AI, and want to find out how you can use it even better? Explore in more depth ideas around how you can use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help streamline tasks daily, weekly, etc. tasks.
1:30 p.m.
Rich will discuss the role third parties play in our US elections. They can’t elect a president, but they have greatly affected our policies and laws. | Three Thursdays, February 20, 27, & March 6
1:30 p.m.
Rich will discuss the role third parties play in our US elections. They can’t elect a president, but they have greatly affected our policies and laws. | Three Thursdays, February 20, 27, & March 6
6 p.m.
Learn more about Ball State's online Master's in Educational Administration and Supervision and Principal's license.
7 p.m.
Join us to learn about Ball State's Online Transition to Teaching Program for Secondary Education.
7 p.m.
There’s a fine line between making it and falling behind. The Second Harvest Food Bank’s Community Food Experience is a role-playing exercise in the North West MPR that engages participants and shows them what it means to live on the brink.
7 p.m.
[W] Ball State University Men's Volleyball vs Ohio State University- Black Out W 3-2 Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/search/_/q/ball state/o/watch/appearance/dark https://ballstatesports.com/calendar.aspx?game_id=13828&sport_id=9 Location: Muncie, IN
7:30 p.m.
Through sharp humor and fast-paced dialogue, POTUS offers a satirical look at political power and personal ambitions. This play is for MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
7:30 p.m.
The Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods. Program to include Bernstein's Chichester Psalms featuring Ball State Choirs and the winners of the concerto competition.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium