Featured Events

A graduate at Ball State's commencement ceremony
December Commencement
Saturday, December 14, 9 a.m.
Worthen Arena
A Christmas Star
The Christmas Star - Planetarium Show
Saturday, December 14, 8 p.m.
Charles W. Brown Planetarium
International Student Photo Contest
International Student Photo Contest
Monday, January 6
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, December 14, 2019
Fall Commencement
9 a.m.
Calendar: Registrar
Fall Commencement at Worthen Arena
December Commencement
10 a.m.
Calendars: Fall Semester 2019, Commencement
A graduate smiles at Winter commencementThere is one commencement ceremony in December, honoring students who have completed their degree requirements by the end of fall semester.
The Christmas Star - Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
The Christmas StarOver the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
The Christmas Star - Planetarium Show
8 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
The Christmas StarOver the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Sunday, December 15, 2019
ASPiRE Internal Grants - Jr Faculty Program Deadline: December 15th
All Day Event
Calendar: Sponsored Projects Administration
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Monday, December 16, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Setting Limits at Work and In your Personal Life Webinar
12 p.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Working Well 101 Refresh
12:30 p.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Grades Due by 5 p.m.
5 p.m.
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Grades due by 5 p.m.
FACULTY Final grades DUE
5 p.m.
Calendar: Registrar
Final grade submissions due by 4:59 p.m. for full (1), second 8 week (22), and third 5 week (33) parts of term.
Thursday, December 19, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Massage Therapy
11 a.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Friday, December 20, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Grades Available in SSB
All Day Event
Calendar: Registrar
Grades available in Self-Service Banner for students to view.
Saturday, December 21, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Monday, December 23, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Thursday, December 26, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Friday, December 27, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Sunday, December 29, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Monday, December 30, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Tuition Payment Due
All Day Event
Calendar: Bursar and Loan Administration
Tuition is due the first of the month. January 1, 2019.
Form 1098-T eConsent Deadline
All Day Event
Calendar: Bursar and Loan Administration
Ball State University has partnered with Heartland ESCI, offering the opportunity to receive your 1098-T Statement electronically.
Thursday, January 2, 2020
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Friday, January 3, 2020
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Spring Semester financial aid refund checks issued
12 a.m.
Calendar: Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financial aid refund checks for the Spring Semester will be issued beginning Friday, January 3rd.
Placement Test for New Students
9 a.m.
Calendar: Intensive English Institute
January 3, 2020 - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM - Meet in the Student Center - Room 102 (Yuhas Room)
Saturday, January 4, 2020
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Sunday, January 5, 2020
Semester Break
All Day Event
Calendar: Fall Semester 2019
Semester break
Monday, January 6, 2020
Spring Semester Begins
All Day Event
Calendar: Registrar
Begin Spring full (1), first 8 week (21), and first 5 week (31) parts of term.
Spring Semester Begins
All Day Event
Calendar: Spring Semester 2020
University classes for Spring Semester begin. Change-of-course accepted.
International Student Photo Contest
8 a.m.
Calendar: Rinker Center for International Programs
International Student Services in the Rinker Center for International Programs invites Ball State InternationalStudents to participate in our 2020 Photo Contest! Show us YOUR world through pictures!
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
First 5 week end change of course by web
All Day Event
Calendar: Registrar
This is the last day to add/drop for classes that run the first 5 week Term 31.
Thursday, January 9, 2020
First 8 week end change of course by web
All Day Event
Calendar: Registrar
Today is the last day to add/drop for classes that run the first 8 week Term 21.
IEI Classes Begin - First Spring 2020 IEI Session
All Day Event
Calendar: Intensive English Institute
January 9, 2020
Ball State Day at the Statehouse
9 a.m.
Ball State Day at the StatehouseBall State Day at the Statehouse will take place on January 9, 2020 from 9 a.m. to noon.
A Write Start: Writing Workshop
9 a.m.
Calendar: Graduate School Calendar
A writing workshop for those working on their master's thesis, project or doctoral dissertation.
Health Check at The Retreat
11:30 a.m.
Calendar: Working Well
3MT - Three Minute Thesis Competition - Information Session
5 p.m.
Calendar: Graduate School Calendar
Enter this exciting competition for a chance to win cash prizes and the opportunity to represent Ball State in the regional 3MT competition. Attend an information session that will help you prepare for your competition entry.
Friday, January 10, 2020
Info. Session: Architecture
11 a.m.
Calendars: Information Sessions, Graduate School Calendar
This information session/open house/field trip will allow you to explore whether a master's in architecture is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.
Undiscovered Worlds: The Search Beyond our Sun - Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
Undiscovered WorldsCome explore a timeless question: Do other planets like Earth exist? Within the past few decades, astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting other stars. Travel to distant stars, fly up to exotic planets, and imagine them up close in the planetarium. Experience how science is shifting our perspectives on humanity’s place in the cosmos.
Saturday, January 11, 2020
Undiscovered Worlds: The Search Beyond our Sun - Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
Undiscovered WorldsCome explore a timeless question: Do other planets like Earth exist? Within the past few decades, astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting other stars. Travel to distant stars, fly up to exotic planets, and imagine them up close in the planetarium. Experience how science is shifting our perspectives on humanity’s place in the cosmos.
Undiscovered Worlds: The Search Beyond our Sun - Planetarium Show
8 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
Undiscovered WorldsCome explore a timeless question: Do other planets like Earth exist? Within the past few decades, astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting other stars. Travel to distant stars, fly up to exotic planets, and imagine them up close in the planetarium. Experience how science is shifting our perspectives on humanity’s place in the cosmos.
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Change-of-Course Ends
All Day Event
Calendar: Spring Semester 2020
Change-of-course ends,
Full term end change of course by web
All Day Event
Calendar: Registrar
Today is the last day to add/drop by web for classes taught in the Full Term 1.
Monday, January 13, 2020
Indiana Economic Development Course
All Day Event
Calendars: Indiana Communities Institute, Miller College of Business
Offered annually for more than 35 years, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
Coffee Talks
5 p.m.
Calendar: Graduate School Calendar
Join us for FREE coffee and an optional topic.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Indiana Economic Development Course
All Day Event
Calendars: Indiana Communities Institute, Miller College of Business
Offered annually for more than 35 years, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
Biometric Screening
7:30 a.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Indiana Economic Development Course
All Day Event
Calendars: Indiana Communities Institute, Miller College of Business
Offered annually for more than 35 years, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
eBill Available to View
All Day Event
Calendar: Bursar and Loan Administration
Statements are available to view.
Massage Therapy
11 a.m.
Calendar: Working Well
Info. Session: School Counseling Webinar
1 p.m.
Calendars: Information Sessions, Graduate School Calendar
This online information session will allow you to explore whether a master of arts in School Counseling is a good fit for you and your overall career plan.
Thursday, January 16, 2020
Indiana Economic Development Course
All Day Event
Calendars: Indiana Communities Institute, Miller College of Business
Offered annually for more than 35 years, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
The Wonder Bread Years
7:30 p.m.
Calendars: Pruis Hall Calendar, Comedy
Wonder Bread Years7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
Friday, January 17, 2020
Indiana Economic Development Course
All Day Event
Calendars: Indiana Communities Institute, Miller College of Business
Offered annually for more than 35 years, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—the official “basic course” for the State of Indiana—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, entrepreneurial, workforce, and community development.
Undiscovered Worlds: The Search Beyond our Sun - Planetarium Show
6:30 p.m.
Calendars: Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Physics and Astronomy, College of Sciences and Humanities
Undiscovered WorldsCome explore a timeless question: Do other planets like Earth exist? Within the past few decades, astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting other stars. Travel to distant stars, fly up to exotic planets, and imagine them up close in the planetarium. Experience how science is shifting our perspectives on humanity’s place in the cosmos.