http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University News News RSS en-us Mon, 28 Sep 2026 04:25:32 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-brings-broadway-production-of-clue-to-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-brings-broadway-production-of-clue-to-emens-auditorium Ball State University presents the Broadway production of "Clue" at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 5 as part of its Artist Series Events. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:26:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/board-of-trustees-advances-village-site-2-highlights-muncie-community-schools-progress https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/board-of-trustees-advances-village-site-2-highlights-muncie-community-schools-progress The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday advanced the fifth and final component of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan, and also received its annual update on Ball State’s historic partnership with Muncie Community Schools. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:09:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-presents-the-suspenseful-play-holmes-is-where-the-heart-is https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-presents-the-suspenseful-play-holmes-is-where-the-heart-is Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present the witty and suspenseful play "Holmes Is Where the Heart Is" at the University’s Art and Journalism Building, Room 225, at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 1–4, and 6–8; and at 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 3. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:27:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/idia-lab-uses-digital-tools-to-bring-muncie-past-into-the-present https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/idia-lab-uses-digital-tools-to-bring-muncie-past-into-the-present Recent projects from Ball State University’s Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA) Lab are creating new ways to explore Muncie’s past—reflecting IDIA Lab’s ongoing use of digital technology to make local history more accessible to researchers, students, and the community. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:18:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-to-celebrate-opening-of-center-for-innovation-and-collaboration-with-ribbon-cutting https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-to-celebrate-opening-of-center-for-innovation-and-collaboration-with-ribbon-cutting Ball State University will celebrate the official opening of its new Center for Innovation and Collaboration with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at the corner of Martin Street and Ashland Avenue in Muncie. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:25:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-alumnus-and-game-designer-ben-vu-returns-as-visiting-expert-in-residence https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-alumnus-and-game-designer-ben-vu-returns-as-visiting-expert-in-residence Ball State University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) has welcomed accomplished animator, game creator, and entrepreneur Ben Vu, ’00, back to campus this Fall as the Edmund F. and Virginia B. Ball Visiting Expert in Residence for Media. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:46:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-receives-grant-to-strengthen-rural-health-workforce-access-to-care https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-receives-grant-to-strengthen-rural-health-workforce-access-to-care Ball State University has received funding through the Indiana Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen the rural healthcare workforce and expand access to health services in East Central Indiana. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:43:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/doma-to-present-exhibition-of-outsider-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/doma-to-present-exhibition-of-outsider-art On view Sept. 17–Dec. 18, 2026, Jan Petry's Gift: Outsider and Folk Art in the Museum features 25 original works of art from the estate of Jan Petry, ’61, an advertising executive, collector, curator, and artist. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:06:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/department-of-theatre-and-dance-opens-2026-production-season-with-the-fantasticks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/department-of-theatre-and-dance-opens-2026-production-season-with-the-fantasticks Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will open its 2026-27 production season with The Fantasticks, presented at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17–20 and Sept. 22–26, with a matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 27, in Korsgaard Dance Studio, located in Ball Gymnasium, Room 213. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:24:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-libraries-announces-2026-27-community-programming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-university-libraries-announces-2026-27-community-programming Ball State University Libraries has announced a series of community programs for the 2026-27 academic year, kicking off on Sept. 25 with a celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Homecoming at Ball State. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:08:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-host-elaine-damler-nutrition-lecture-featuring-johns-hopkins-obesity-expert-ariana-chao https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-host-elaine-damler-nutrition-lecture-featuring-johns-hopkins-obesity-expert-ariana-chao Ball State University’s College of Health will welcome nationally recognized obesity treatment expert Dr. Ariana M. Chao for the inaugural Elaine Damler Nutrition Lecture at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in Room 103 of the Health Professions Building. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:39:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-research-examines-effects-of-wind-solar-projects-on-indiana-home-values https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/09/ball-state-research-examines-effects-of-wind-solar-projects-on-indiana-home-values A new research brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) finds no statistically significant negative effects on residential property values associated with proximity to large wind or utility-scale solar projects in Indiana. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:33:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/ball-state-university-receives-eab-technology-pioneer-award-for-innovation-in-student-success https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/ball-state-university-receives-eab-technology-pioneer-award-for-innovation-in-student-success Ball State University has been named the recipient of EAB’s 2026 Technology Pioneer Award, recognizing the University’s innovative use of technology to strengthen student success and provide more coordinated, proactive support for students. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:57:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/ball-state-university-to-expand-community-health-services-with-new-primary-care-practice https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/ball-state-university-to-expand-community-health-services-with-new-primary-care-practice Ball State University’s College of Health is expanding access to healthcare in East Central Indiana with the launch of a new family medicine primary care practice serving community members. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:54:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/flor-de-toloache-to-perform-free-concert-aug-29-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/flor-de-toloache-to-perform-free-concert-aug-29-at-ball-state Latin GRAMMY-winning Flor de Toloache will perform a free outdoor concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Brown Family Amphitheater on the campus of Ball State University as part of the 2026 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:00:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/tickets-for-emens-auditoriums-2026-27-season-go-on-sale-aug-14 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/08/tickets-for-emens-auditoriums-2026-27-season-go-on-sale-aug-14 Tickets for Ball State University’s 2026-27 Emens Auditorium season will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, offering audiences a lineup of Broadway productions, concerts, comedy, family entertainment, and other live performances at Emens Auditorium and Pruis Hall. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:55:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-university-celebrates-1200-summer-graduates-at-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-university-celebrates-1200-summer-graduates-at-commencement Ball State University on Saturday celebrated its Summer 2026 graduates during the University’s 205th Commencement ceremony, held at Worthen Arena in Muncie. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/munciearts-awarded-2026-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/munciearts-awarded-2026-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) is the recipient of Ball State University’s 2026 Community Engagement for the Arts Grant. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:16:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/teachers-college-earns-national-recognition-for-innovation-in-teacher-preparation-technology https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/teachers-college-earns-national-recognition-for-innovation-in-teacher-preparation-technology Ball State University’s Teachers College has earned the 2026 Distinguished Educator Preparation Program Award from ISTE+ASCD, a national education organization formed by the International Society for Technology in Education and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:41:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-students-and-faculty-earn-regional-emmy-awards-national-recognition-for-media-work https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-students-and-faculty-earn-regional-emmy-awards-national-recognition-for-media-work Ball State University students and faculty continue to earn regional and national recognition for excellence in media production, storytelling, and sports broadcasting. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:59:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/rare-bob-ross-painting-to-be-auctioned-in-support-of-ball-state-pbs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/rare-bob-ross-painting-to-be-auctioned-in-support-of-ball-state-pbs A rare original Bob Ross painting with deep ties to Ball State University and East Central Indiana sold today at auction, with net proceeds from the sale supporting Ball State PBS. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:13:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism Ball State Public Media has earned two national awards from the Public Media Journalists Association (PMJA) in recognition of Indiana Public Radio’s local journalism and student reporting. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:30:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-teacher-preparation-programs-earn-top-ratings-in-science-of-reading-reviews https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-teacher-preparation-programs-earn-top-ratings-in-science-of-reading-reviews Ball State University’s elementary education, early childhood education, and special education teacher preparation programs have earned top marks in two reviews focused on how well future educators are prepared to teach reading through evidence-based, scientifically grounded instruction. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:03:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-biology-professor-helps-lead-nature-study-on-what-tooth-enamel-reveals-about-evolution https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-biology-professor-helps-lead-nature-study-on-what-tooth-enamel-reveals-about-evolution A Ball State University faculty member helped lead a new study that sheds light on how tooth enamel changed as human diets evolved over millions of years. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:12:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/five-ball-state-grads-earn-fulbright-us-student-awards-udall-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/five-ball-state-grads-earn-fulbright-us-student-awards-udall-scholarship Five Ball State University graduates have received Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards, and one undergraduate has been selected for the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, continuing the University’s recent success in nationally competitive scholarship programs. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:31:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-idia-lab-launches-mesa-verde-virtual-companion-app https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-idia-lab-launches-mesa-verde-virtual-companion-app Ball State University’s Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA Lab) has launched the Mesa Verde Virtual Companion, a new augmented reality mobile app designed to deepen public engagement with Mesa Verde National Park through immersive, interactive digital experiences. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:49:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-university-cancels-we-fly-fest-due-to-weather https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-university-cancels-we-fly-fest-due-to-weather Due to forecasted weather conditions, Ball State University has canceled We Fly Fest scheduled for today, Saturday, June 6. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:48:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-second-annual-we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-family-friendly-fun https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-second-annual-we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-family-friendly-fun Ball State University will host its second annual We Fly Fest from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Brown Family Amphitheater. Tue, 26 May 2026 14:00:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-to-muncie-june-6 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-to-muncie-june-6 Ball State PBS will welcome families back to downtown Muncie on Saturday, June 6, for Be My Neighbor Day, an afternoon of music, hands-on activities, and community connections inspired by Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and the neighborly spirit of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Thu, 21 May 2026 15:14:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-renee-twibell-recognized-nationally-for-pioneering-contributions-to-nursing-science https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-renee-twibell-recognized-nationally-for-pioneering-contributions-to-nursing-science Dr. Renee Twibell, a Ball State University alumna and associate professor emerita in the University’s School of Nursing, has been selected to receive the 2026 Pioneering Spirit Award from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Mon, 18 May 2026 16:22:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/art-in-bloom-returns-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/art-in-bloom-returns-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) as Art in Bloom returns May 15-17 with floral interpretations inspired by works from the museum’s collection. Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-faculty-member-adam-kuban-receives-national-journalism-teaching-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-faculty-member-adam-kuban-receives-national-journalism-teaching-award Dr. Adam Kuban, professor in Ball State University’s School of Journalism and Strategic Communication, has been named Journalism Awards Journalism & Mass Communication Teacher of the Year by the Scripps Howard Fund as part of the 73rd Scripps Howard Journalism Awards. Tue, 05 May 2026 17:53:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-celebrates-class-of-2026-at-spring-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-celebrates-class-of-2026-at-spring-commencement Ball State University celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2026 during its Spring Commencement ceremony Saturday on the Quad, where the University conferred approximately 2,800 degrees to graduates from its doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate programs. Sat, 02 May 2026 19:49:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-university-trustees-to-extend-president-mearns-contract-through-june-30-2029 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-university-trustees-to-extend-president-mearns-contract-through-june-30-2029 Today the Ball State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution authorizing Board Chair, Brian Gallagher, to offer an amended employment agreement to President Geoffrey S. Mearns, extending his role as the University’s 17th President through June 30, 2029. Fri, 01 May 2026 17:53:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-heart-of-indiana-united-way-partner-to-transform-icc-waiting-area https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-heart-of-indiana-united-way-partner-to-transform-icc-waiting-area Ball State University’s Interprofessional Community Clinics (ICCs), in partnership with the Heart of Indiana United Way and with support from the George and Frances Ball Foundation and Early Years Indiana, have unveiled a newly transformed waiting area designed to enhance early learning, family engagement, and patient experience. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:51:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-reaches-350-million-milestone-in-our-call-to-beneficence-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-reaches-350-million-milestone-in-our-call-to-beneficence-campaign Ball State University has reached its $350 million goal for "Our Call to Beneficence: The Campaign for Ball State University," with fundraising efforts continuing through June 30, 2027. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:02:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-to-present-the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-to-present-the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at 7:30 p.m. on April 16–18 and April 21–25, with a matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. April 19, in the Oakwood Building, Room 101. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:08:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/research-examines-why-full-time-work-may-not-lift-households-out-of-poverty https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/research-examines-why-full-time-work-may-not-lift-households-out-of-poverty A new policy brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines why moving from part-time to full-time work may yield little net improvement for some households already living in poverty. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:13:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/women-of-beneficence-awards-2026-grants-to-support-student-and-community-impact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/women-of-beneficence-awards-2026-grants-to-support-student-and-community-impact Ball State University’s Women of Beneficence has awarded its annual round of grants to Ball State faculty and staff members. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:23:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-research-examines-economic-patterns-linked-to-local-renewable-energy-restrictions https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-research-examines-economic-patterns-linked-to-local-renewable-energy-restrictions A new policy brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines how county-level restrictions on utility-scale wind and solar development in Indiana are associated with employment, gross domestic product, and local public revenue. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:39:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/center-for-professional-selling-named-one-of-nations-top-sales-programs-for-2025-26 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/center-for-professional-selling-named-one-of-nations-top-sales-programs-for-2025-26 Ball State University’s Center for Professional Selling has been named one of the Sales Education Foundation’s Top Sales Programs for 2025-26, marking the 20th consecutive year Ball State has earned the national recognition. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:54:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/hugh-jackman-award-winning-actor-to-address-ball-state-university-class-of-2026 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/hugh-jackman-award-winning-actor-to-address-ball-state-university-class-of-2026 Actor, producer, and philanthropist Hugh Jackman will address Ball State University’s Class of 2026 at the University’s Spring Commencement ceremony. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:55:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-appoints-cristina-goletti-as-new-dean-of-the-college-of-fine-arts https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-appoints-cristina-goletti-as-new-dean-of-the-college-of-fine-arts Cristina Goletti will join the leadership team at Ball State University as dean of the College of Fine Arts, effective July 1, 2026, President Geoffrey S. Mearns announced. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:11:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship Ball State University’s Speech Team has won the 2026 National Speech Championship, earning both the tournament’s 1st Place Team Award and Top Non-Scholarship Team Award. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:40:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes New research from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) provides a new, easy-to-use way to compare how Indiana public school corporations are performing—one that helps place test results in context and makes comparisons across very different communities more meaningful. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:39:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 One Ball State Day (OBSD), Ball State University’s annual day of giving and celebration of Cardinal spirit, returns Wednesday, April 1. The 24-hour event brings together alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and students to strengthen the University through gifts, advocacy, and engagement. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:50:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee For a third straight year, Leo Furlong, a seventh grader at Burris Laboratory Middle School, is the champion of the Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:59:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-to-present-cats https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-to-present-cats Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present 'CATS' March 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:32:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved the scope, budget, and site plan for Village Green—Site 4 of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:56:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream While the national conversation around childhood obesity often focuses on rising healthcare costs, new research co-authored by Ball State University economist Dr. Maoyong Fan suggests the crisis may also be limiting the “American Dream.” Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:49:45 +0000