http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University College of Fine Arts News RSS en-us Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:11:26 -0400 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 12:45:29 +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/2026/03/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-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-jojo-jones-play-veal https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-jojo-jones-play-veal Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Veal, a dystopian revenge thriller with comedic elements by Jojo Jones. The production is co-directed by Dee Dee Batteast, ’07, instructor of theatre, and guest director Payten Romig, ’24. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:33:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-states-david-owsley-museum-of-art-to-present-nora-krug-exhibition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-states-david-owsley-museum-of-art-to-present-nora-krug-exhibition The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will showcase a special exhibition of work by award-winning illustrator Nora Krug from Feb. 19–Jun. 13, 2026. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:02:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/momix-alice-to-perform-at-ball-states-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/momix-alice-to-perform-at-ball-states-emens-auditorium MOMIX Alice will bring acrobatics, illusion, and inventive movement to Ball State University’s Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:36:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/the-barricade-boys-coming-to-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/the-barricade-boys-coming-to-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium Ball State University will present The Barricade Boys at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:14:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-alice-tuans-exuberant-new-play-balls-balls-balls https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-alice-tuans-exuberant-new-play-balls-balls-balls Balls Balls Balls is a new work by award-winning playwright Alice Tuan commissioned by Ball State’s Department of Theatre and Dance. Performances will take place Feb. 6–8 and Feb. 13–14 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 14, in Room 154 of the Oakwood Building. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:56:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/opera-theatre-program-hosts-its-10th-annual-opera-gala-feb-7-at-sursa-hall https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/opera-theatre-program-hosts-its-10th-annual-opera-gala-feb-7-at-sursa-hall The Ball State Opera Theatre program presents its 10th annual Opera Gala at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Sursa Performance Hall in Ball State’s Music Instruction Building. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:30:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/arts-alive-series-presents-multidisciplinary-artist-jeffrey-gibson-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/arts-alive-series-presents-multidisciplinary-artist-jeffrey-gibson-at-ball-state Ball State University’s Arts Alive! series continues with an on-campus presentation followed by a Q&A with artist Jeffrey Gibson at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Pruis Hall. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:18:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/tony-award-winning-musical-chicago-coming-to-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/tony-award-winning-musical-chicago-coming-to-emens-auditorium Ball State University will present the Tony Award®–winning musical CHICAGO at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:40:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/12/bob-dylan-to-perform-at-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/12/bob-dylan-to-perform-at-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium Ball State University will present the Bob Dylan Rough and Rowdy Ways World Wide Tour at Emens Auditorium at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:03:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/menopause-the-musical-2-coming-to-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/menopause-the-musical-2-coming-to-ball-state-universitys-emens-auditorium Ball State University will present the national tour of Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:55:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-presents-bj-tindals-goodnight-tyler https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-presents-bj-tindals-goodnight-tyler Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Goodnight, Tyler by playwright B.J. Tindal, with original dramaturgy by Mansi Sahay Seth and direction by Lisa Gaye Dixon. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:41:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/broadway-smash-the-tina-turner-musical-coming-to-emens-auditorium-nov-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/broadway-smash-the-tina-turner-musical-coming-to-emens-auditorium-nov-19 Ball State University will present the North American tour of "Tina – The Tina Turner Musical" at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:50:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/comedian-john-mulaney-to-bring-mister-whatever-tour-to-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/comedian-john-mulaney-to-bring-mister-whatever-tour-to-emens-auditorium Ball State University will present award-winning comedian, writer, and actor John Mulaney at Emens Auditorium at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 1, 2026, as part of his national tour, "Mister Whatever." Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:36:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/soweto-gospel-choir-to-perform-free-concert-at-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/soweto-gospel-choir-to-perform-free-concert-at-emens-auditorium Ball State University welcomes the multi-Grammy® and Emmy Award®-winning Soweto Gospel Choir to Emens Auditorium for a free performance at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:30:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/beloved-musical-comedy-mrs-doubtfire-coming-to-ball-state-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/beloved-musical-comedy-mrs-doubtfire-coming-to-ball-state-emens-auditorium Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Muncie this month when the hit musical 'Mrs. Doubtfire' takes the stage at Ball State University’s Emens Auditorium for a 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 performance. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:52:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-presents-the-brementown-musicians https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-presents-the-brementown-musicians Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents "The Brementown Musicians"—based on stories by the Grimm Brothers and adapted for the stage by Alison Gregory—Oct. 17-19 and 21-25 at Korsgaard Dance Studio in Ball Gymnasium. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 20:05:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/department-of-theatre-and-dance-brings-romeo-and-juliet-to-the-brown-family-amphitheater https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/department-of-theatre-and-dance-brings-romeo-and-juliet-to-the-brown-family-amphitheater Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy Romeo and Juliet, Sept. 26-28, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. each evening at the Brown Family Amphitheater. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:29:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-two-special-exhibitions-this-fall https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-two-special-exhibitions-this-fall This Fall, the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University presents two significant exhibitions: one that features international abstraction and another that explores Indiana storytelling through photography. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 02:01:27 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-t-owsley-passes-away-at-96 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/david-t-owsley-passes-away-at-96 Art historian and philanthropist David T. Owsley, HHD ‘05—heir to the Ball-Mason canning jar company and a longtime supporter of Ball State University and the Dallas Museum of Art—died in New York City on Aug. 23, 2025, at age 96. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:00:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-presents-songs-for-a-new-world https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-presents-songs-for-a-new-world Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents Jason Robert Brown’s "Songs for a New World"—a powerful, genre-blending theatrical song cycle—Sept. 5-7 and 9-14, at Korsgaard Dance Studio in Ball Gymnasium. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 13:29:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-to-host-national-sursa-organ-competition-sept-6-7 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-to-host-national-sursa-organ-competition-sept-6-7 Ball State University’s School of Music will host the fifth National Sursa American Organ Competition—bringing some of the nation’s most talented young organists to campus—Sept 6-7, 2025. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:33:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/nationally-recognized-speaker-to-discuss-the-role-of-arts-in-civic-life https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/nationally-recognized-speaker-to-discuss-the-role-of-arts-in-civic-life The upcoming Fred Meyer Lecture in Cultural Policy and Arts Advocacy—in partnership with the Center for Economic and Civic Learning’s 2025 Conference on Civic Studies and Democracy at Ball State—features Michael Greer, president and CEO of ArtsFund Seattle. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:45:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships Students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance recently received notable recognition in the national round of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) competition. Wed, 21 May 2025 13:41:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/art-in-bloom-returns-may-16-18-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/art-in-bloom-returns-may-16-18-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) with Art in Bloom, a free public floral exhibition on Saturday, May 17, and Sunday, May 18. Fri, 09 May 2025 13:02:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-announces-spring-2025-commencement-speaker https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-announces-spring-2025-commencement-speaker Kayla Davion, a 2017 Ball State University graduate best known for her work on the Broadway stage, will address Ball State’s Class of 2025 at the University’s Spring Commencement ceremony. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:12:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-blood-wedding-at-korsgaard-dance-studio https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-blood-wedding-at-korsgaard-dance-studio Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Blood Wedding at 7:30 p.m. on April 11-12 and April 15-18 at Korsgaard Dance Studio, with matinees at 2:30 p.m. on April 13 and April 19. Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:51:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-nafme-chapter-named-collegiate-chapter-of-the-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-nafme-chapter-named-collegiate-chapter-of-the-year The Ball State University chapter of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) was recently named the 2023–2024 Collegiate Chapter of the Year by the Indiana Music Education Association (IMEA). Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:31:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-groove-at-emens-auditorium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-groove-at-emens-auditorium Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Groove: Interlocking Cultures Through Movement at 7:30 p.m. on March 21-22 at Emens Auditorium. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:00:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/arts-alive-series-presents-multidisciplinary-artist-justin-favela-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/arts-alive-series-presents-multidisciplinary-artist-justin-favela-at-ball-state-university Ball State University’s Arts Alive! series continues this Spring with a presentation by multidisciplinary artist Justin Favela at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, at Sursa Performance Hall. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 18:52:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-potus-at-strother-theatre https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-potus-at-strother-theatre Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present POTUS at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 21-22 and Feb. 25-27, with matinees at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 22-23. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:13:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/celebrate-anti-valentines-day-ball-state-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/celebrate-anti-valentines-day-ball-state-david-owsley-museum-of-art The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., will celebrate “Anti-Valentine’s Day” the evening before the romantic holiday. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:27:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/hollywood-photographer-curates-photography-exhibition-at-ball-state-doma https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/hollywood-photographer-curates-photography-exhibition-at-ball-state-doma The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will display People and Places 1873-2000: A Selection of Photographs from DOMA’s Collection from Feb. 20 through May 23, 2025. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:28:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-studio-165-earns-national-awards-for-student-design-projects https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-studio-165-earns-national-awards-for-student-design-projects The student design teams at Ball State University’s Studio 165+ have received two 2024 American Graphic Design Awards from Graphic Design USA (GDUSA) magazine. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:42:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-american-string-teachers-association-student-chapter-earns-national-recognition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-american-string-teachers-association-student-chapter-earns-national-recognition The American String Teacher Association (ASTA) collegiate chapter at Ball State University has been recognized with the 2025 ASTA Outstanding Student Chapter Award. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:10:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-natasha-pierre-and-the-great-comet-of-1812 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-natasha-pierre-and-the-great-comet-of-1812 Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 7-8 and Feb. 11-14, with a matinee at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:36:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-theatre-and-dance-students-recognized-for-regional-and-national-achievements https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-theatre-and-dance-students-recognized-for-regional-and-national-achievements Students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance recently received notable recognition at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Regional Festival (KCACTF) in Madison, Wisc. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:46:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/college-of-fine-arts-highlights-arts-alive-lecture-and-extended-museum-exhibition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/college-of-fine-arts-highlights-arts-alive-lecture-and-extended-museum-exhibition Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts is presenting two exceptional cultural opportunities: a free Arts Alive! lecture featuring acclaimed artist Daniel Alexander Jones, and the extension of The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) through Feb. 28, 2025. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:14:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-first-lady-janet-holcomb-addresses-ball-state-university-class-of-2024-fall-graduates https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-first-lady-janet-holcomb-addresses-ball-state-university-class-of-2024-fall-graduates Ball State University conferred approximately 1,200 doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate degrees in its Fall 2024 Commencement ceremony on Saturday at Worthen Arena. Sat, 14 Dec 2024 23:44:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-1-to-4-at-korsgaard-dance-studio https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-1-to-4-at-korsgaard-dance-studio Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present 1 TO 4 (+, -) at Korsgaard Dance Studio, located inside Ball Gymnasium in Room 213, at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 5-7, with an additional performance at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 7. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:01:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-the-three-musketeers-at-university-theatre https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-the-three-musketeers-at-university-theatre Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present The Three Musketeers at University Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 15-16 and 20-23 at 7:30 p.m., with matinee performances at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 and 24. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:56:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-hosting-special-screening-of-garfield-the-movie-with-creator-jim-davis https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-hosting-special-screening-of-garfield-the-movie-with-creator-jim-davis Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts will welcome back alumnus Jim Davis, ’67 LittD ’91, creator of the iconic comic strip Garfield, for a special screening of Garfield: The Movie. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:05:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-break-ground-on-new-performing-arts-center-and-cantio-hotel https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-break-ground-on-new-performing-arts-center-and-cantio-hotel Ball State University will celebrate a milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Performing Arts Center and The Cantio Hotel at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:11:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/arts-alive-series-presents-jazz-greats-byron-stripling-and-carmen-bradford-in-concert https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/arts-alive-series-presents-jazz-greats-byron-stripling-and-carmen-bradford-in-concert The College of Fine Arts and School of Music at Ball State University will host a special jazz concert featuring renowned trumpeter Byron Stripling and acclaimed vocalist Carmen Bradford at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 26, at Sursa Performance Hall. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 14:46:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/david-owsley-museum-of-art-brings-elizabeth-catlett-scholar-melanie-anne-herzog-to-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/david-owsley-museum-of-art-brings-elizabeth-catlett-scholar-melanie-anne-herzog-to-muncie The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will host a public lecture by Melanie Anne Herzog on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. Dr. Herzog is a noted scholar on Elizabeth Catlett, the artist and activist featured in DOMA’s current special exhibition. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:18:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-the-art-of-elizabeth-catlett https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-the-art-of-elizabeth-catlett The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will showcase The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis from Sept. 19–Dec. 20, 2024. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:22:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/renowned-experts-to-discuss-art-and-neuroscience-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/renowned-experts-to-discuss-art-and-neuroscience-at-ball-state-university Ball State University is welcoming two renowned experts to campus on Sept. 19 to discuss the science behind the benefits of art. The upcoming Fred Meyer Lecture in Cultural Policy and Arts Advocacy features Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross, authors of The New York Times bestseller Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us. Tue, 13 Aug 2024 14:43:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/record-number-of-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/record-number-of-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards In a record-setting year, six recent Ball State University graduates—Julia Canty, Jayana Fennell, Cady Garcia, Denver Hammons, Katelyn Redman, and Haley Stevens—have been selected for prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Awards. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:20:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/art-in-bloom-2024-returns-may-18-19-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/art-in-bloom-2024-returns-may-18-19-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) with Art in Bloom, a free public floral exhibition Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, with extended museum hours from 1-5 p.m. on both days. Mon, 13 May 2024 18:21:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-mark-ervin-to-mcs-board-and-approves-namings-for-new-facilities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/board-of-trustees-reappoints-mark-ervin-to-mcs-board-and-approves-namings-for-new-facilities The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday reappointed Mark Ervin to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. Also at Friday’s meeting, the Board approved the budget, scope, and naming of the University’s new Eric Foss Championship Performance Center, and the naming of the Rhonda Newport Kaspar Stage and Timothy M. Andrews Monumental Stair within the new Performing Arts Center. Fri, 03 May 2024 18:24:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-student-alums-selected-for-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-student-alums-selected-for-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program Jillian Cieslik, a senior at Ball State University, and two recent graduates—Isabelle Behrman and Kelsey Woodruff—have been selected for the coveted National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP). Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:02:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-student-taylor-bias-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/ball-state-university-student-taylor-bias-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship Taylor Bias, a junior at Ball State University, has been awarded a Barry Goldwater Scholarship, one of America’s most prestigious scholarships for undergraduates who intend to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) research. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:04:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/cultural-entrepreneur-malina-simone-bacon-to-speak-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/04/cultural-entrepreneur-malina-simone-bacon-to-speak-at-ball-state-university Malina Simone Bacon, co-founder of the Indianapolis-based cultural development firm and creative agency “GANGGANG,” will be a featured speaker at Ball State University from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, April 17, at Pruis Hall. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:50:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/david-owsley-museum-of-art-to-host-performance-by-the-indianapolis-baroque-orchestra https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/david-owsley-museum-of-art-to-host-performance-by-the-indianapolis-baroque-orchestra “Music at the House of the Medici” March 28 at the University’s Sursa Performance Hall will feature the Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra (IBO) and celebrate the sounds of Florence, Italy, in the 17th and early 18th centuries. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 21:47:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/thalea-string-quartet-to-perform-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/thalea-string-quartet-to-perform-at-ball-state-university Ball State University's College of Fine Arts is pleased to announce the upcoming performance of the renowned Thalea String Quartet as part of the 2023-2024 Arts Alive series April 9, 2024, at Sursa Hall. The performance, which is free and open to the public, is set to begin at 7:30 p.m. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:20:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance Ball State University is hosting an event celebrating the legacy of social reformer Frederick Douglass with a special performance, “The Frederick Douglass Jazz Works,” created and composed by Ruth Naomi Floyd. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:34:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-haukohl-collection-of-florentine-baroque-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/david-owsley-museum-of-art-presents-haukohl-collection-of-florentine-baroque-art The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University presents a selection of paintings and sculptures from the Haukohl family collection—the largest collection of Florentine Baroque art of the late 16th to the early 18th centuries outside of Italy—from Feb. 22 through May 19, 2024. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 23:11:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-hosting-two-community-presentations-about-village-revitalization-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-hosting-two-community-presentations-about-village-revitalization-plan Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns invites campus and local community members to two presentations about the University’s plan to revitalize The Village, the business district located immediately adjacent to campus. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:06:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-board-of-trustees-approve-village-revitalization-plan-agreements https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-board-of-trustees-approve-village-revitalization-plan-agreements The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved five important contracts to advance the implementation of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:35:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-arts-alive-series-presents-renowned-costume-designer-dede-ayite https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-arts-alive-series-presents-renowned-costume-designer-dede-ayite Award-winning costume designer Dede Ayite will be a featured speaker Jan. 18 as part of Ball State University’s annual Arts Alive series, presented by the University’s College of Fine Arts (CFA). The event, which will be free and open to the public, starts at 7 p.m. in Recital Hall (AR 217) in the Fine Arts Building. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:12:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-to-advance-village-revitalization-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-receives-grant-from-lilly-endowment-to-advance-village-revitalization-plan Ball State University has received a grant of $35 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its initiative, College and Community Collaboration (CCC). The grant will support the University’s ambitious, long-term plan to revitalize The Village, the commercial district adjacent to Ball State’s campus. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:08:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-pbs-to-broadcast-clear-reception-documentary-featuring-david-letterman https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-pbs-to-broadcast-clear-reception-documentary-featuring-david-letterman Ball State PBS will broadcast “Clear Reception,” an original documentary about the art of glass, at 8:30 p.m. ET Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. “Clear Reception” will also be available for streaming on Vimeo starting Nov. 3. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:49:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/david-owsley-museum-of-art-showcases-textiles-from-asia-in-new-special-exhibition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/david-owsley-museum-of-art-showcases-textiles-from-asia-in-new-special-exhibition The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University is presenting its first show featuring textiles from across Asia. This special exhibition will be on display through Dec. 21, 2023. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 18:35:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/doma-showcases-contemporary-new-york-abstract-artist-debbie-ma https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/doma-showcases-contemporary-new-york-abstract-artist-debbie-ma The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., will display a selection of paintings by New York artist Debbie Ma from Sept. 28 through Dec. 21, 2023. Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:39:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-board-of-trustees-review-design-plans-for-new-performing-arts-center https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-board-of-trustees-review-design-plans-for-new-performing-arts-center The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday, in its first meeting of the 2023-24 academic year, reviewed a comprehensive design for the University’s new Performing Arts Center. Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:26:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-wins-national-public-media-award-for-its-inaugural-happy-little-fest https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-wins-national-public-media-award-for-its-inaugural-happy-little-fest “Happy Little Fest”/Ball State PBS was named the winner of the “Special Events” award within the Marketing and Communications category at this year’s National Educational Telecommunications Association’s (NETA) 55th Public Media Awards. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:46:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-university-to-host-grand-opening-concert-for-brown-family-amphitheater https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-university-to-host-grand-opening-concert-for-brown-family-amphitheater Ball State University will hold a grand opening on Sept. 19 for the Brown Family Amphitheater—a new outdoor performance and gathering space on campus that the entire community can enjoy. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:22:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/happy-little-fest-a-finalist-for-neta-public-media-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/happy-little-fest-a-finalist-for-neta-public-media-awards “Happy Little Fest,” a celebration of the 80th birthday of iconic painter and instructor Bob Ross hosted by Ball State PBS and Bob Ross, Inc., has been named a finalist for the National Educational Telecommunications Association’s (NETA) 55th annual Public Media Awards. Tue, 22 Aug 2023 21:11:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/ball-state-and-heartland-film-team-up-to-offer-rare-learning-opportunity https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/ball-state-and-heartland-film-team-up-to-offer-rare-learning-opportunity Ball State University film production students will get a rare opportunity to learn from Indianapolis-based Heartland Film—well-known for hosting the Heartland International Film Festival—thanks to a creative partnership between Heartland and the University’s new Radiance Cinema. Fri, 30 Jun 2023 02:30:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/two-recent-ball-state-graduates-named-recipients-of-fulbright-us-student-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/two-recent-ball-state-graduates-named-recipients-of-fulbright-us-student-award Two 2023 Ball State University Spring graduates—Jess Melvin and Madison Pickering—will spend the upcoming academic year abroad as recipients of the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Award. Thu, 25 May 2023 14:44:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/art-in-bloom-2023-blossoms-may-20-and-21-at-the-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/art-in-bloom-2023-blossoms-may-20-and-21-at-the-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) with Art in Bloom, a free public floral exhibition on Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21, with extended museum hours from 1-5 p.m. on both days. In addition, a free public reception will celebrate springtime from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, with jazz, snacks, and a cash bar. Tue, 09 May 2023 13:16:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/david-letterman-returning-to-ball-state-for-premiere-of-original-documentary https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/david-letterman-returning-to-ball-state-for-premiere-of-original-documentary The University will present the documentary, “Clear Reception,” at 7 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, at Emens Auditorium on Ball State’s campus. Following the screening of the film, Mr. Letterman will conduct a Q&A with two Ball State graduates who served as director and producer of the piece, respectively. Fri, 28 Apr 2023 23:43:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/david-owsley-museum-of-art-exhibition-to-showcase-significant-print-collection https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/david-owsley-museum-of-art-exhibition-to-showcase-significant-print-collection The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., will display the first public exhibition of an outstanding Midwestern collection amassed over four decades by local printmakers and educators David and Sarojini Johnson. “A Wild Story: The David and Sarojini Johnson Print Collection” will be on view at DOMA from Feb. 23 through May 21, 2023. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 12:53:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival Several students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance earned recognition at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre’s regional festival, held Jan. 11-15 in Flint, Mich. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:15:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-pbs-hosting-happy-little-fest-in-honor-of-iconic-painter-bob-ross https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-pbs-hosting-happy-little-fest-in-honor-of-iconic-painter-bob-ross Ball State PBS—which brought Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting to the world for many years—will be celebrating the 80th birthday of the beloved painter and instructor—and the station is also celebrating its 50th year on the air—with the "Happy Little Fest" on Oct. 29. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 12:56:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/stedman-graham-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-letterman-lecture-series https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/stedman-graham-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-letterman-lecture-series New York Times bestselling author, educator, business advisor, and Ball State University graduate Stedman Graham ’89 will be the next featured speaker in the David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series at Ball State. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:16:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-exhibition-showcases-new-acquisitions https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/david-owsley-museum-of-art-exhibition-showcases-new-acquisitions The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., will display a selection of recent additions to the DOMA collection from Sept. 29 through Dec. 22, 2022. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 17:26:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/college-of-fine-arts-announces-family-weekend-september-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/college-of-fine-arts-announces-family-weekend-september-events Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts is presenting several programs and performances as part of the University’s Family Weekend, Sept. 16-18. Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:03:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/four-ball-state-graduates-chosen-for-fulbright-us-student-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/four-ball-state-graduates-chosen-for-fulbright-us-student-program Four recent Ball State University graduates have been chosen for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program—one of the most prestigious and widely recognized international programs, which grants support for pursuing graduate studies, conducting research, or teaching English abroad. Tue, 05 Jul 2022 14:34:10 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/university-singers-to-perform-at-carnegie-hall-and-sursa-hall https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/university-singers-to-perform-at-carnegie-hall-and-sursa-hall The Ball State University Singers, Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors, have been invited to perform at the famed Carnegie Hall concert venue in New York City. The group is performing, along with the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir and the Fort Hamilton High School Symphonic Band, in the May 29 Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY) program, “English Masters: Britten & Howells.” The performance begins at 2 p.m. ET at Carnegie’s Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage. Tickets are available for purchase on the Carnegie Hall website. Thu, 12 May 2022 18:01:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/2022-art-in-bloom-at-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/2022-art-in-bloom-at-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) with Art in Bloom, a free, public floral exhibition on Saturday, May 14, and Sunday, May 15, with extended museum hours from noon to 5 p.m. on both days. Fri, 06 May 2022 13:16:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-melanie-swihart-receives-emerging-leader-award-from-indiana-campus-compact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-melanie-swihart-receives-emerging-leader-award-from-indiana-campus-compact Melanie Swihart, assistant teaching professor of Dance at Ball State University, has been selected by Indiana Campus Compact (ICC) as a 2022 recipient of its Emerging Leader in Community Engagement award. The ICC Emerging Leader in Community Engagement award recognizes faculty that demonstrate leadership and innovation in advancing and shaping community engagement across the field and throughout their institution. Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:02:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-university-accepting-proposals-for-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-university-accepting-proposals-for-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant Ball State University’s Office of Community Engagement is now accepting proposals for its Community Engagement for the Arts Grant. This annual competitive grant program provides funding up to $35,000 to an East Central Indiana community arts-focused organization or program. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:35:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/ball-state-doma-exhibition-explores-career-of-philadelphia-artist-larry-day https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/02/ball-state-doma-exhibition-explores-career-of-philadelphia-artist-larry-day The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, will display the most important exhibition to date of the art of Larry Day (1921–1998) from Feb. 24 through May 21, 2022. DOMA is open to the public with no admission fee from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:48:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/ball-state-university-honors-2021-fall-graduates-with-two-ceremonies https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/ball-state-university-honors-2021-fall-graduates-with-two-ceremonies Ball State University held two in-person Commencement ceremonies on Saturday to honor about 1,500 Fall 2021 graduates. Sat, 18 Dec 2021 19:32:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/arts-alive-series-expands-its-offerings https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/arts-alive-series-expands-its-offerings Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts is expanding the offerings in this year’s Arts Alive, the college’s annual event series aimed at making arts and entertainment more accessible to community members and students. Fri, 08 Oct 2021 20:12:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/doma-to-exhibit-esteemed-african-american-art-collection https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/doma-to-exhibit-esteemed-african-american-art-collection Memories & Inspiration presents more than 60 selected works from a body of art amassed over 35 years by Kerry and C. Betty Davis. Their collection includes works by Romare Bearden, Beverly Buchanan, Elizabeth Catlett, Ernest T. Crichlow, Sam Gilliam, Loïs Mailou Jones, Jacob Lawrence, Gordon Parks, Alma Thomas, and Charles White. Mon, 27 Sep 2021 17:30:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/grammy-oscar-winner-tiara-thomas-returning-to-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/grammy-oscar-winner-tiara-thomas-returning-to-ball-state Grammy and Oscar award-winning singer-songwriter Tiara Thomas, a 2012 Ball State University graduate, is returning to Ball State as the next guest in the David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series. Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:52:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/art-students-earn-a-top-prize-2021-biodesign-challenge https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/art-students-earn-a-top-prize-2021-biodesign-challenge Two Ball State University art students were part of a design team whose collaborative creation won a top prize in the 2021 Biodesign Challenge competition. Mon, 02 Aug 2021 18:44:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/assistant-professor-aaron-paige-selected-for-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/07/assistant-professor-aaron-paige-selected-for-fellowship Dr. Aaron Paige, assistant professor of Music (Voice) at Ball State University, was one of just 35 people chosen for a fellowship program designed to elevate and engage Black and Latinx music educators. Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:15:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/bsu-design-student-wins-march-madness-billboard-contest https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/bsu-design-student-wins-march-madness-billboard-contest Abigail Clone, a 19-year-old graphic design student at Ball State, created a billboard that will greet college basketball teams as they arrive in Indianapolis for the NCAA basketball tournament. Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:42:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/museum-of-art-expands-its-reach-through-online-collection https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/museum-of-art-expands-its-reach-through-online-collection Visitors can view many of their favorite works of art and learn about others by using DOMA’s collection search page. The online collection allows guests to browse an initial catalogue of more than 1,000 objects from the museum’s collection. Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:39:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/band-to-play-on-with-special-masks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/band-to-play-on-with-special-masks The ‘Pride of Mid-America’ Marching Band is taking steps to ensure its members and the audience are safe. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:47:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-music-professor-to-teach-in-portugal-on-fulbright-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-music-professor-to-teach-in-portugal-on-fulbright-award Dr. Elizabeth Crawford, a Ball State professor of music performance and clarinetist, will travel to Portugal in Spring 2021 on a prestigious Fulbright Core Award for study and research. Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:15:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/costume-shop-joins-effort-to-make-medical-masks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/costume-shop-joins-effort-to-make-medical-masks Members of Ball State’s costume shop join with stitchers nationwide to create medical masks. Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:06:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/kennedy-center-theater-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/kennedy-center-theater-awards For the 16th consecutive year, Ball State students win regional awards at Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, constituting the longest streak in the festival’s history. Thu, 30 Jan 2020 18:16:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/owsley-museum-at-ball-state-to-feature-modern-paintings-by-mexican-artists https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/1/owsley-museum-at-ball-state-to-feature-modern-paintings-by-mexican-artists “Mexican Modernity: 20th-Century Paintings from the Zapanta Collection” features works from some of the most significant Mexican artists of the modern period. Visitors can view the special exhibition from January 30 through May 3, 2020. Visit bsu.edu/doma for more information. Mon, 27 Jan 2020 18:52:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/11/a-little-night-music https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/11/a-little-night-music “A Little Night Music,” a musical about an actress and the men who love her, will debut at 7:30 p.m. November 8 in University Theatre on the Ball State University campus. The Department of Theatre and Dance will have additional performances November 9, 12-16 at 7:30 p.m. and November 10 at 2:30 p.m. Mon, 04 Nov 2019 18:06:25 +0000