http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University College of Sciences and Humanities News RSS en-us Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:28:50 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-launches-humanities-in-action-expanding-paid-nonprofit-internships-for-humanities-majors https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-launches-humanities-in-action-expanding-paid-nonprofit-internships-for-humanities-majors Ball State University’s College of Sciences and Humanities (CSH) is launching Humanities in Action, a new initiative that will connect humanities students with paid internships in nonprofit organizations—strengthening career readiness, supporting community partners, and highlighting the value of humanities education across Indiana. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:32:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/curtis-l-crisler-to-showcase-indiana-chitlin-circuit-and-new-poetic-forms-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/curtis-l-crisler-to-showcase-indiana-chitlin-circuit-and-new-poetic-forms-at-ball-state Ball State University Libraries and the Creative Writing program within the Department of English will host Indiana Poet Laureate Curtis L. Crisler for an evening of poetry, performance, and literary innovation at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, in Bracken Library, Room 104. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:05:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-establishes-stem-education-center https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-establishes-stem-education-center Ball State University today, in conjunction with Ball State Day at the Statehouse, officially launched its new STEM Education Center, creating a dedicated hub for advancing STEM teaching and learning across Indiana. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:33:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/dollyne-sherman-appointed-to-ball-state-university-board-of-trustees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/dollyne-sherman-appointed-to-ball-state-university-board-of-trustees Indiana Governor Mike Braun has appointed Dollyne Sherman as the newest member of the Ball State University Board of Trustees. Governor Braun also announced the reappointment of trustees Mike McDaniel and Julie K. Griffith to new terms on the Board, each effective through Dec. 31, 2029. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:16:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-professor-liu-li-honored-with-statewide-lifetime-career-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/ball-state-university-professor-liu-li-honored-with-statewide-lifetime-career-award Dr. Liu Li, associate professor of Chinese in Ball State University’s Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 William Hatfield Distinguished Lifetime World Language Career Award from the Indiana Foreign Language Teachers Association (IFLTA). Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:33:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/christina-diaz-gonzalez-to-visit-ball-state-university-as-2025-writer-in-residence https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/christina-diaz-gonzalez-to-visit-ball-state-university-as-2025-writer-in-residence Ball State University is welcoming award-winning author Christina Diaz Gonzalez to campus this Fall as the guest author for the University’s annual Writer-in-Residence program. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:36:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-recognized-as-a-center-of-actuarial-excellence-by-the-society-of-actuaries https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-recognized-as-a-center-of-actuarial-excellence-by-the-society-of-actuaries The actuarial science program in Ball State University’s Department of Mathematical Sciences has been awarded the Center of Actuarial Excellence (CAE) designation by the Society of Actuaries (SOA). Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:56:13 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/four-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/four-ball-state-graduates-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-us-student-awards Four Ball State University students—Megan Lutes, Hannah Hendrian, Sarah Olsen, and Conor Dailey—have been selected to receive the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Awards. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 16:04:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-university-honors-college-student-awarded-prestigious-udall-undergraduate-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-university-honors-college-student-awarded-prestigious-udall-undergraduate-scholarship Ball State University junior Shaina Miller has been awarded a Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, one of the nation’s most prestigious awards for college sophomores and juniors committed to leadership, public service, and issues related to the environment or Native American nations. Fri, 23 May 2025 19:54:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-donates-25000-to-support-als-and-ftd-research-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-donates-25000-to-support-als-and-ftd-research-at-ball-state The Smaldino ALS/FTD Research Project Fund within Ball State University's Department of Biology has received a donation of $25,000 from the Todd Siebert Memorial Foundation. Wed, 07 May 2025 01:29:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-hosts-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-for-renovated-cooper-science-building https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/04/ball-state-university-hosts-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-for-renovated-cooper-science-building Today, Ball State University celebrated the grand reopening of the renovated Cooper Science Building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by campus leaders, faculty, staff, students, and community partners. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:15:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/three-ball-state-leaders-honored-by-governor-with-sagamore-of-the-wabash-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/three-ball-state-leaders-honored-by-governor-with-sagamore-of-the-wabash-awards Three prominent leaders from Ball State University—Rick Hall, chair of the Board of Trustees; Mike McDaniel, board secretary; and President Geoffrey S. Mearns—this week were awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash, one of Indiana’s highest civilian honors, by Gov. Eric J. Holcomb. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 17:57:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/ball-state-names-multicultural-center-in-honor-of-vivian-conley-and-hurley-goodall https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/ball-state-names-multicultural-center-in-honor-of-vivian-conley-and-hurley-goodall Ball State University’s Board of Trustees on Friday approved the naming of the University’s Multicultural Center the Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center, in honor of two local civil rights icons. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:13:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-residents-weigh-in-on-policy-priorities-in-2024-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/12/indiana-residents-weigh-in-on-policy-priorities-in-2024-hoosier-survey The 2024 Hoosier Survey, conducted by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs at Ball State University, identifies Indiana residents’ top three policy priorities heading into the new year: school safety, public safety, and healthcare. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:28:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-celebrates-10-years--of-the-charles-w-brown-planetarium https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/11/ball-state-university-celebrates-10-years--of-the-charles-w-brown-planetarium Ball State University this month is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Charles W. Brown Planetarium, the largest and most technologically advanced planetarium in Indiana. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:07:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/applied-anthropology-laboratories-partners-with-tribal-nations-new-exhibit-at-fort-recovery-museum https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/applied-anthropology-laboratories-partners-with-tribal-nations-new-exhibit-at-fort-recovery-museum Ball State University’s Applied Anthropology Laboratories (AAL) has collaborated with Tribal Nations to create a groundbreaking permanent exhibit at the Fort Recovery Museum, “St. Clair’s Defeat Revisited: A New View of the Conflict.” Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:15:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-co-hosts-central-indiana-severe-weather-symposium-oct-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-co-hosts-central-indiana-severe-weather-symposium-oct-19 Ball State University will host the Central Indiana Severe Weather Symposium from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the University’s Pruis Hall. This marks the first time the symposium will be held on a college campus. Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:51:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/author-hena-khan-to-visit-ball-state-as-2024-writer-in-residence https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/author-hena-khan-to-visit-ball-state-as-2024-writer-in-residence Ball State University’s Writer-in-Residence program returns for a third year with a new featured guest, award-winning author Hena Khan. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:34:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/ball-state-hosts-superyacht-captain-kelly-gordon-for-excellence-in-leadership-speaking-event https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/08/ball-state-hosts-superyacht-captain-kelly-gordon-for-excellence-in-leadership-speaking-event Ball State University’s Fall 2024 Excellence in Leadership Speaker Series (EIL) event on Sept. 10 will feature Kelly J. Gordon, one of the world’s most accomplished superyacht captains—also known for her leadership skills and mental health advocacy. Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:52:41 +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/2024/07/ball-state-university-launches-indianas-only-comprehensive-program-in-forensic-science https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/07/ball-state-university-launches-indianas-only-comprehensive-program-in-forensic-science Ball State University’s College of Sciences and Humanities has announced its newest exciting degree program: the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:47:38 +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/ceats-program-at-ball-state-to-hold-fifth-cohort-graduation-ceremony-for-state-election-officials https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ceats-program-at-ball-state-to-hold-fifth-cohort-graduation-ceremony-for-state-election-officials Ball State University’s Voting System Technical Oversight Program (VSTOP) will hold a graduation ceremony May 24 for the fifth cohort of its nationally recognized Certificate in Election Administration, Technology, and Security (CEATS) program. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:24:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/jeff-spanke-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-roving-scholar-of-american-studies-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/jeff-spanke-awarded-prestigious-fulbright-roving-scholar-of-american-studies-fellowship Dr. Jeff Spanke, associate professor of English and director of the English education program at Ball State University, was selected as one of four recipients nationwide for the esteemed Fulbright Roving Scholar of American Studies Fellowship. Tue, 14 May 2024 14:40:20 +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/2024/03/ball-state-university-collaborates-with-nasa-to-broadcast-total-solar-eclipse https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-university-collaborates-with-nasa-to-broadcast-total-solar-eclipse Ball State University is collaborating with NASA to provide live broadcast coverage of the total solar eclipse on April 8. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:50:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-university-announces-events-for-womens-week-2024 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-university-announces-events-for-womens-week-2024 Women’s Week 2024—Ball State University’s annual celebration of women's achievements and contributions to society—will be March 25-29. The celebration, organized by Ball State’s Department of Women’s, Gender, and African American Studies (WGAS), will be marked with numerous free events at the University. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:30:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-biology-professor-secures-grant-to-study-nerve-regeneration-in-mice https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-biology-professor-secures-grant-to-study-nerve-regeneration-in-mice Dr. Ashley Kalinski, assistant professor of biology at Ball State University, was awarded a grant from the Merkin Peripheral Neuropathy and Nerve Regeneration Center at Johns Hopkins University to study nerve regeneration in mice Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:41:10 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/max-fraser-to-discuss-family-migrations-to-midwest-student-history-conference-speaker https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/max-fraser-to-discuss-family-migrations-to-midwest-student-history-conference-speaker Ball State University’s Department of History will host Dr. Max Fraser, assistant professor of American history at the University of Miami, as the keynote speaker for the 27th annual Student History Conference on Feb. 23. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:19:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-university-planetarium-hosting-full-slate-of-free-activities-leading-up-to-total-eclipse https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-university-planetarium-hosting-full-slate-of-free-activities-leading-up-to-total-eclipse Ball State University’s Charles W. Brown Planetarium—Indiana’s largest planetarium—will host a full slate of free activities in anticipation of Muncie’s first solar eclipse in more than 1,000 years. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:27:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-boosts-als-research-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/todd-siebert-memorial-foundation-boosts-als-research-at-ball-state-university Ball State University's Department of Biology has received a significant donation of $20,000 from the Todd Siebert Memorial Foundation. The foundation, aimed at advancing research in C9ORF72-linked Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), was established in honor of Todd Siebert, who lost his battle with ALS in 2021 at the age of 51. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 20:02:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/election-integrity-state-taxes-among-subjects-in-final-round-of-2023-hoosier-survey-results https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/election-integrity-state-taxes-among-subjects-in-final-round-of-2023-hoosier-survey-results Indiana residents shared their opinions about election integrity and state tax spending in the third and final round of results from the 2023 Hoosier Survey, released today by Ball State University’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:33:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/indiana-residents-give-opinions-on-president-biden-gov-holcomb-in-2023-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/indiana-residents-give-opinions-on-president-biden-gov-holcomb-in-2023-hoosier-survey Ball State University’s 2023 Hoosier Survey—the Bowen Center for Public Affairs’ annual non-partisan public policy study—is once again providing insight into Indiana residents’ thoughts about the effectiveness of President Joe Biden and Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:25:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/hoosiers-stances-on-marijuana-abortion-highlighted-in-2023-hoosier-survey-results https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/hoosiers-stances-on-marijuana-abortion-highlighted-in-2023-hoosier-survey-results The Bowen Center for Public Affairs at Ball State University has released the first of three rounds of results from the 2023 Hoosier Survey, the center’s annual non-partisan public policy study. The results represent the pulse of the state regarding the most pressing issues facing Indiana residents. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:37:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/charlene-fletcher-to-discuss-19th-century-black-history-as-guest-lecturer-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/charlene-fletcher-to-discuss-19th-century-black-history-as-guest-lecturer-at-ball-state-university Dr. Charlene Fletcher, an assistant professor of history at Butler University, will discuss Black women and confinement in the 19th century as a guest lecturer on Nov. 2 at Ball State University. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:09:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/author-alicia-williams-to-visit-ball-state-university-as-2023-writer-in-residence https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/author-alicia-williams-to-visit-ball-state-university-as-2023-writer-in-residence Ball State University is welcoming award-winning author Alicia D. Williams to campus this Fall as its second guest author for the University’s Writer-in-Residence program. Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:14:03 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-promotes-john-foster-to-assistant-vice-president-for-public-safety-and-chief-of-police https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-promotes-john-foster-to-assistant-vice-president-for-public-safety-and-chief-of-police John Foster, a 30-year veteran of the Ball State University Police Department, has been promoted by the University as its new assistant vice president for public safety and chief of police. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:58:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/caitlyn-placek-earns-fulbright-global-scholar-award Dr. Caitlyn Placek, associate professor in Ball State University’s Department of Anthropology, is spending six months abroad as a recipient of the Fulbright Global Scholar Award—part of the Fulbright Scholar Program. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:57:44 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-archaeologist-leads-researchers-to-refute-claims-that-comet-destroyed-hopewell-culture https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-archaeologist-leads-researchers-to-refute-claims-that-comet-destroyed-hopewell-culture Dr. Kevin C. Nolan, director and senior archaeologist of the Applied Anthropology Laboratories at Ball State University, along with eleven other scholars with varied expertise, have refuted claims by University of Cincinnati archaeologist Dr. Kenneth Tankersley that “evidence of a cosmic airburst at 11 Hopewell archaeological sites in three states stretching across the Ohio River Valley.” Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:25:32 +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/domestic-cognitive-labor-for-mothers-and-fathers-subject-of-ball-state-research https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/domestic-cognitive-labor-for-mothers-and-fathers-subject-of-ball-state-research Key findings of a recent study, spearheaded by Dr. Richard J. Petts, professor of Sociology at Ball State University, indicate that mothers spend more than twice as much time performing domestic cognitive labor—planning, organizing, and monitoring family needs—than fathers do. Thu, 11 May 2023 18:01:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-university-junior-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-university-junior-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship Ball State University junior Griffin Thomas 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, 20 Apr 2023 18:34:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-partners-with-coursera-to-offer-flexible-online-stem-graduate-degree-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-partners-with-coursera-to-offer-flexible-online-stem-graduate-degree-programs Ball State University has partnered with Coursera, one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, to offer two flexible online master’s degree programs in the high-demand fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:58:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ceats-program-to-hold-fourth-cohort-graduation-ceremony-for-state-election-officials https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ceats-program-to-hold-fourth-cohort-graduation-ceremony-for-state-election-officials Ball State University’s Voting System Technical Oversight Program (VSTOP) will be holding a graduation ceremony for the fourth cohort of its nationally-recognized Certificate in Election Administration, Technology, and Security (CEATS) program. Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:52:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-hosts-delaware-county-schools-for-annual-peer-tutoring-day https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-hosts-delaware-county-schools-for-annual-peer-tutoring-day Ball State University on Feb. 3 hosted more than 85 middle and high school students from Delaware County for the second annual Peer Tutoring Day. The event is held each year to celebrate, train, and encourage local students who have volunteered to be peer writing tutors in their schools. Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:46:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/indiana-public-broadcasting-ball-state-university-unveil-results-from-2022-hoosier-survey https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/indiana-public-broadcasting-ball-state-university-unveil-results-from-2022-hoosier-survey Indiana Public Broadcasting and Ball State University’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs have unveiled the results from the 2022 Hoosier Survey. This non-partisan public policy survey is designed to take the pulse of the state regarding the most pressing issues facing Indiana residents, and provides policymakers with a measure of public opinion on current issues facing the state and nation. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:37:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-biology-professor-awarded-grant-to-study-animal-embryo-development https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/10/ball-state-university-biology-professor-awarded-grant-to-study-animal-embryo-development Ball State University’s Dr. Jessica Ward, associate professor of Biology, has been awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation to investigate how embryos of aquatic animal species learn about the world before hatching. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 17:30:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-through-lilly-endowment-indiana-youth-programs-on-campus-initiative https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-through-lilly-endowment-indiana-youth-programs-on-campus-initiative Ball State University has been awarded a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to create and expand high-quality, on-campus programming that encourages local youth to explore their interests and envision a future for themselves in college. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:55:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-study-reveals-fishing-invasion-superhighways https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-university-study-reveals-fishing-invasion-superhighways A recent study conducted by researchers at Ball State University, in partnership with Fishbrain, the world’s most popular fishing app, offers new insight into “invasion superhighways,” in which aquatic invasive species are spreading across the U.S. Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:31:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/event-celebrates-pollinators https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/event-celebrates-pollinators Ball State University is inviting the community to learn about and celebrate pollinators at its family-friendly “Pollinator Party!” being held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10, at the Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse and Environmental Center. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:55:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-to-increase-success-rates-for-chemistry-biology-students https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ball-state-awarded-grant-to-increase-success-rates-for-chemistry-biology-students Ball State University’s College of Sciences and Humanities has been awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation that is expected to play a major role in increasing retention and graduation rates among academically talented low-income students in Chemistry and Biology. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:30:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ncaa-postgraduate-scholarship-awarded-to-ball-state-university-graduate-student https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ncaa-postgraduate-scholarship-awarded-to-ball-state-university-graduate-student Ball State University Spring 2021 graduate Karleigh Conner, of Maineville, Ohio, has been awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship in recognition of her accomplishments in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service. Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:35:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/ncaa-postgraduate-scholarship-awarded-to-ball-state-university-graduate https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/ncaa-postgraduate-scholarship-awarded-to-ball-state-university-graduate Ball State University May 2022 graduate Alexa McDonald, of Hilliard, Ohio, has been awarded an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship in recognition of her accomplishments in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service. A member of Ball State’s Swimming and Diving team from 2018-2022, Ms. McDonald was one of only 21 female Spring sport athletes nationwide to receive this $10,000 scholarship. Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:30:58 +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/2022/06/ball-state-student-selected-for-2022-udall-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/06/ball-state-student-selected-for-2022-udall-scholarship Ball State University junior Steve Doll has been awarded a Udall Undergraduate Scholarship—one of America’s most prestigious scholarships awarded to college juniors and sophomores for leadership, public service, and commitment to issues related to the environment or Native American nations. Ball State junior Krista Walterbusch, meanwhile, was selected as a Udall Scholarship honorable mention honoree. Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:58:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-ceats-program-wins-national-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-ceats-program-wins-national-award Two Ball State University programs dedicated to lasting election integrity have received national awards honoring best practices in election administration and training from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC). Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/two-ball-state-university-professors-receive-usda-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/two-ball-state-university-professors-receive-usda-grant The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently awarded two Ball State University professors a grant to study the effects of economic and social stress on those living in rural communities. Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:06:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-student-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-student-awarded-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship Ball State University junior Isabelle Behrman 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. Tue, 19 Apr 2022 17:56:52 +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/2021/11/parental-leave-impact-on-job-commitment-perceptions-study https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/11/parental-leave-impact-on-job-commitment-perceptions-study A recent study, spearheaded by Dr. Richard J. Petts, professor of Sociology at Ball State University, examines if and how workplace leave policies affect perceived job commitment. Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:21:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/intensive-english-institute-offering-esl-classes https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/intensive-english-institute-offering-esl-classes The Ross Community Center is once again offering free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to speakers of other languages in the Muncie community who are interested in learning English. Fri, 22 Oct 2021 16:09:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-graduate-ashley-c-ford-donates-copies-of-memoir https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-graduate-ashley-c-ford-donates-copies-of-memoir A Ball State University alumna and best-selling author has donated the honorarium from her work as the University’s Fall 2021 Writer-in-Residence to provide free books to numerous community partners. Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:07:14 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/public-events-schedule-set-for-writer-in-residence-ashley-c-ford https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/public-events-schedule-set-for-writer-in-residence-ashley-c-ford Ball State University today announced the public events schedule for Ashley C. Ford, the University’s Fall 2021 Writer-In-Residence. Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:55:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/ball-state-university-applied-anthropology-laboratories-receives-national-endowment https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/ball-state-university-applied-anthropology-laboratories-receives-national-endowment The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) announced it has awarded Ball State University’s Applied Anthropology Laboratories (AAL) a $200,000 grant to fund the implementation of a traveling panel exhibit about the Battle of St. Clair’s defeat, which occurred Nov. 4, 1791. Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:51:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/ball-state-honors-the-life-impact-of-history-professor-tony-edmonds https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/ball-state-honors-the-life-impact-of-history-professor-tony-edmonds The Ball State community is remembering longtime educator Anthony “Tony” Edmonds, 81, distinguished professor emeritus of history, who passed away on August 9. Tue, 10 Aug 2021 21:49:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-brings-graduate-ashley-c-ford-to-campus https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/06/ball-state-brings-graduate-ashley-c-ford-to-campus This Fall, Ball State University will welcome back to campus graduate Ashley C. Ford for a writer-in-residence program that will allow her to share her work and to interact with students and faculty, as well as engage with the campus and local communities. Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:31:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/anderson-university-and-ball-state-university-announce-engineering-partnership https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/anderson-university-and-ball-state-university-announce-engineering-partnership Anderson University (AU) and Ball State University (BSU) announce a new partnership, through which students will have the opportunity to earn a dual degree. Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:37:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/miss-ball-state-we-can-get-through-this-pandemic-together https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/miss-ball-state-we-can-get-through-this-pandemic-together Miss Ball State Anastasia Sharp-Keller believes college students should stay connected with their peers as the pandemic continues. Tue, 22 Dec 2020 19:36:00 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/billboard-showcases-student-wanting-to-save-lives-protect-communities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/billboard-showcases-student-wanting-to-save-lives-protect-communities Ball State senior hopes his billboard brings attention to University’s variety of outstanding programs. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:57:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/ball-state-grad-to-become-federal-judge https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/ball-state-grad-to-become-federal-judge A Ball State University graduate will become the first judge of Hispanic heritage to serve the Southern District of Indiana. Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:05:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/halloween-traditions-date-back-centuries https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/halloween-traditions-date-back-centuries Tue, 13 Oct 2020 01:41:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/astronomer-oct-31-festival-was-about-surviving-winter-for-ancient-celts https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/astronomer-oct-31-festival-was-about-surviving-winter-for-ancient-celts A Ball State astronomer says ancient Celts knew it was time for their festival when the star cluster Pleiades was directly overhead. Fri, 09 Oct 2020 20:18:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/switching-campaign-to-online https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/switching-campaign-to-online A Ball State political science professor points out that online platforms will allow President Trump to continue to campaign while convalescing from a positive test for COVID-19. Fri, 02 Oct 2020 16:50:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/ginsburgs-replacement-causing-controversy https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/ginsburgs-replacement-causing-controversy Chad Kinsella, a Ball State political science professor, believes any attempt to replace deceased Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will increase the controversy surrounding the presidential election. Tue, 22 Sep 2020 13:04:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/historian-sees-past-mistakes-in-racial-relations-repeated https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/historian-sees-past-mistakes-in-racial-relations-repeated The author of a book on two major riots in Los Angeles decades ago believes unrest will continue in the U.S. until substantial police reforms are implemented. Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:38:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/history-prof-to-teach-in-china-in-2021 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/history-prof-to-teach-in-china-in-2021 History professor Sergei Zhuk will bring unique perspective to China as part of the Fulbright Program. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:44:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/nursing-mother-chimps-head-for-the-caves-during-a-scorcher https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/nursing-mother-chimps-head-for-the-caves-during-a-scorcher Primatologist finds evidence that lactating chimpanzees find refuge in caves during the hottest parts of the year and day in West Africa. Mon, 17 Aug 2020 19:54:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/wabash-river-could-provide-global-example https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/wabash-river-could-provide-global-example The Wabash River could be returned to a pristine state by using modern conservation applications, according to research from Ball State University. Tue, 23 Jun 2020 20:31:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/professor-distributes-milk https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/professor-distributes-milk A local farmer delivered the milk to Associate Professor Joshua Gruver, who worked with the Muncie Food Hub to distribute it to the community. Mon, 08 Jun 2020 20:35:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/water-shortages-loom-for-1-3-billion-people https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/water-shortages-loom-for-1-3-billion-people Research indicates water shortages may loom in the future of 1 billion people living downstream from the Himalayas in Nepal, due to climate change. Wed, 13 May 2020 12:38:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/prof-receives-fulbright-honor https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/prof-receives-fulbright-honor An anthropology professor will conduct research in Bosnia-Herzegovina next year as a result of winning a U.S. Scholar award from the Fulbright Program. Mon, 11 May 2020 20:02:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/planetarium-computers-used-to-battle-covid19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/planetarium-computers-used-to-battle-covid19 The Charles W. Brown Planetarium is joining the fight against COVID-19 as its computers are being used as part of a global supercomputer to help researchers better understand the coronavirus. Thu, 16 Apr 2020 20:43:56 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/biology-major-earns-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/biology-major-earns-prestigious-goldwater-scholarship Working with a faculty-staff team at Ball State on ALS-related research may have served as the springboard for Ball State University student Siara Sandwith, a junior from Evansville, Indiana, to earn a major national scholarship. Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:35:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/8/messages-with-moral-arguments-are-more-persuasive https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/8/messages-with-moral-arguments-are-more-persuasive Opinions on moral issues may often seem resistant to change, but you may just be using the wrong arguments. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 20:16:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/4/ball-state-faculty-team-heading-to-nepal-to-help-communities-get-clean-water https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/4/ball-state-faculty-team-heading-to-nepal-to-help-communities-get-clean-water A Ball State faculty team is studying the effects of climate change and helping build a water plant for Nepalese communities Tue, 02 Apr 2019 13:27:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/3/board-approves-bonds-for-new-science-building https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/3/board-approves-bonds-for-new-science-building The Ball State University Board of Trustees took another step forward in enhancing the campus’ science facilities. Trustees approved the issuance of bonds for construction of the $87.5 million Foundational Sciences Building. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 17:11:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/12/students-are-analyzing-bird-migration https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/12/students-are-analyzing-bird-migration Two Ball State graduate students are learning more about migration patterns of various birds by capturing and banding various avian species. Mon, 03 Dec 2018 13:53:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/paternity-leave-improves-relationships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/11/paternity-leave-improves-relationships A new study found that relationships for couples often improve when fathers take parental leave during the first nine months of a child’s life. Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:22:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/religious-participation-may-help-women-cope-with-miscarriage https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/religious-participation-may-help-women-cope-with-miscarriage The study found that among women who experience a miscarriage, those who attend religious services frequently have significantly better mental health than those who attend less frequently. Tue, 28 Aug 2018 17:40:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/students-research-indianas-africanamerican-history-through-landmarks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2018/8/students-research-indianas-africanamerican-history-through-landmarks Students from Ball State University have been compiling a list of historical sites relevant to the history of African-Americans in Indiana for the foundation of a recently awarded National Park Service African American Civil Rights Grant. Tue, 28 Aug 2018 01:39:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/9/art-meets-science-in-new-exhibition-opening-at-ball-states-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/9/art-meets-science-in-new-exhibition-opening-at-ball-states-david-owsley-museum-of-art Beginning Sept. 28, patrons at the David Owsley Museum of Art can discover a selection of works of internationally renowned artists whose explorations on the topic include installations, code art (artwork generated by computer programming), augmented and virtual reality and human-computer interaction. Thu, 12 Nov 2020 21:52:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/5/memories-of-ferguson-shape-career-aspirations-of-fulbright-grant-recipient https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/5/memories-of-ferguson-shape-career-aspirations-of-fulbright-grant-recipient Alumnus Arlesha Moore will attend the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom this fall as a 2017 Fulbright U.S. Student Award recipient. The grant, established by the U.S. Department of State in 1946, provides funding for students and alumni to conduct research or teach English in more than 140 countries worldwide. Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:43:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/4/pulitzer-prize-winning-poet-to-speak https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/4/pulitzer-prize-winning-poet-to-speak Tyehimba Jess, who recently won a Pulitzer for his second book of poetry, will conduct a public reading of his work April 18 at 7pm in AJ 175. Thu, 13 Apr 2017 12:38:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/3/senior-biology-major-receives-national-research-fellowship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/3/senior-biology-major-receives-national-research-fellowship Senior Honors College biology major Ellen Wagner becomes third Ball State student to receive a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. The prestigious award will provide her with a stipend for her graduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:45:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/3/two-new-degrees-approved https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2017/3/two-new-degrees-approved The Board of Trustees approved a master of social work and a bachelor of architecture, subject to approval by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Trustees also named the honorary degree recipient for Spring Commencement. Fri, 31 Mar 2017 20:17:40 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/11/stem-project-set-to-double-minorities-getting-degrees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/11/stem-project-set-to-double-minorities-getting-degrees Ball State joins five other Indiana higher education institutions to boost the number of bachelor’s degrees earned by historically underrepresented minorities. Thu, 19 May 2022 18:40:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/10/college-student-serves-as-honorary-bailiff-for-supreme-court-during-campus-visit https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/10/college-student-serves-as-honorary-bailiff-for-supreme-court-during-campus-visit Students and community members witnessed the legal system as the justices conducted oral arguments for a real case at Emens Auditorium. Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:49:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/9/student-documentarians-to-follow-bicentennial-torch-as-it-travels-the-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2016/9/student-documentarians-to-follow-bicentennial-torch-as-it-travels-the-state The group will document the 3,200-mile trip with news stories, videos, photos and social media posts. Wed, 07 Sep 2016 12:43:27 +0000