http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Community Engagement News RSS en-us Mon, 06 Apr 2026 03:54:37 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-1 One Ball State Day (OBSD), Ball State University’s annual day of giving and celebration of Cardinal spirit, returns Wednesday, April 1. The 24-hour event brings together alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and students to strengthen the University through gifts, advocacy, and engagement. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:50:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/leo-furlong-wins-third-straight-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee For a third straight year, Leo Furlong, a seventh grader at Burris Laboratory Middle School, is the champion of the Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:59:32 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-to-present-cats https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/ball-state-university-department-of-theatre-and-dance-to-present-cats Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present 'CATS' March 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:32:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-approves-scope-budget-or-village-green The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved the scope, budget, and site plan for Village Green—Site 4 of the University’s Village Revitalization Plan. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:56:50 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-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/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/mcgovern-lecture-features-former-us-health-and-human-services-secretary-alex-azar https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/mcgovern-lecture-features-former-us-health-and-human-services-secretary-alex-azar Ball State University will welcome The Honorable Alex M. Azar II, the 24th secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as the featured speaker for the 2026 McGovern Lecture Series on Monday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. in the L.A. Pittenger Student Center Ballroom. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:26:24 +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/2026/02/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/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/women-of-whitely-event-honors-black-womens-legacy-and-leadership-in-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/women-of-whitely-event-honors-black-womens-legacy-and-leadership-in-muncie The Notable Women of Muncie and Delaware County Project will host “Women of Whitely: At the Heart of Muncie’s Black History” at the Shaffer Chapel Museum, 1501 E. Highland Ave., in Muncie at 6 p.m. Feb. 26. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:42:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/jon-meacham-headlines-david-letterman-distinguished-lecture-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/jon-meacham-headlines-david-letterman-distinguished-lecture-at-ball-state Ball State University will welcome Jon Meacham, a presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, as part of the David Letterman Distinguished Lecture Series, March 31 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:33:13 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-recognized-with-2026-carnegie-elective-classification-for-community-engagement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-recognized-with-2026-carnegie-elective-classification-for-community-engagement Ball State University has earned the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national designation that recognizes colleges and universities with a deep, institution-wide commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships with their communities. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:51:20 +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/multicultural-center-announces-unity-week-2026-schedule-of-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/multicultural-center-announces-unity-week-2026-schedule-of-events In observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, Ball State University’s Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center will host Unity Week 2026, beginning Monday, Jan. 19. The weeklong series of programs is designed to celebrate culture and encourage civic engagement across campus and the Muncie community. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:04:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-bracken-library-hosts-not-your-average-storytime https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-university-bracken-library-hosts-not-your-average-storytime Ball State University Libraries invites the community to step into the world of 19th-century storytelling during “Not Your Average Storytime,” a free, family-friendly event celebrating historic chapbooks on Saturday, Jan. 17, from 1-2 p.m. on the first floor in Bracken Library’s Schwartz Digital Complex. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:55:12 +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/bette-smith-named-director-of-ball-state-university-center-for-innovation-and-collaboration https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/11/bette-smith-named-director-of-ball-state-university-center-for-innovation-and-collaboration Bette Smith will serve as director of Ball State University’s Center for Innovation and Collaboration (CIC), effective Jan. 5, 2026. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:15:55 +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/2025/10/university-libraries-continue-bracken-library-50th-anniversary-celebration-with-two-november-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/university-libraries-continue-bracken-library-50th-anniversary-celebration-with-two-november-events Ball State University Libraries will continue celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bracken Library with two community events in November highlighting both the Bracken family’s lasting legacy and the influential career of Professor Steve Bell. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:07:37 +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/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/2025/10/ball-state-offers-free-training-for-indiana-youth-coaches https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/10/ball-state-offers-free-training-for-indiana-youth-coaches Ball State University’s Coach Beyond–Indiana initiative is inviting coaches and educators statewide to take advantage of free, virtual trainings that teach research-based strategies for supporting young athletes’ mental health, skill development, and personal growth. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:32:27 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/rev-the-red-for-ball-state-university-homecoming-oct-13-18 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/rev-the-red-for-ball-state-university-homecoming-oct-13-18 Ball State University will celebrate its 99th Homecoming Oct. 13–18, as Cardinals everywhere are invited back to campus to take part in a week of pride, tradition, and community spirit. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:10:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-launches-toolkit-to-strengthen-indiana-talent-pipelines https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-launches-toolkit-to-strengthen-indiana-talent-pipelines Ball State University has introduced a new Talent Pipeline Toolkit designed to help communities and businesses across Indiana more easily access University resources that support workforce development and local economic growth. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 03:29:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-kicks-off-annual-employee-united-way-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ball-state-university-kicks-off-annual-employee-united-way-campaign Ball State University employees and retirees are once again joining together to support the Heart of Indiana United Way through the University’s annual United Way campaign, which began Sept. 15 and continues through Nov. 21. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 03:00:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ecap-to-host-grand-opening-of-new-downtown-muncie-space https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/ecap-to-host-grand-opening-of-new-downtown-muncie-space Ball State University’s Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) will host a grand opening celebration for its newly launched downtown space from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, at 306 S. Walnut Street in Muncie. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:44:27 +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/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/2025/08/ball-state-university-launches-inaugural-ea-sports-college-football-26-tournament https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-university-launches-inaugural-ea-sports-college-football-26-tournament Ball State University is bringing the excitement of the gridiron to the virtual field this Fall with its inaugural EA SPORTS™ College Football 26 tournament. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 19:44:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-university-establishes-new-design-hub-community-collaboration-space-in-downtown-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/08/ball-state-university-establishes-new-design-hub-community-collaboration-space-in-downtown-muncie Ball State University and its Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) have signed a two-year lease for the first floor of the historic Columbia Theater Building at 306 S. Walnut Street in downtown Muncie. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:31:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-indy-eleven-partner-to-provide-free-training-and-game-access-for-indiana-youth-coaches https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/07/ball-state-indy-eleven-partner-to-provide-free-training-and-game-access-for-indiana-youth-coaches As part of the Coach Beyond–Indiana initiative, Ball State and Indy Eleven will host a free, in-person training session on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Michael A. Carroll Stadium in Indianapolis. Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:25:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/ball-state-hosting-groundbreaking-ceremony-for-village-south-residential-development https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/ball-state-hosting-groundbreaking-ceremony-for-village-south-residential-development Ball State University is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the launch of the Village South Residential Development. The event will take place at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, at the intersection of West North Street and North Martin Street in Muncie Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:13:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/university-libraries-invites-visitors-to-experience-tolkien-exhibit-before-july-close https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/06/university-libraries-invites-visitors-to-experience-tolkien-exhibit-before-july-close The Ball State University campus and the greater Muncie community have through the end of July to visit a special exhibit honoring the literary work of J.R.R. Tolkien, on display in Archives and Special Collections on the second floor of Bracken Library. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 19:30:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-food-fun-entertainment-and-campus-tours https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-food-fun-entertainment-and-campus-tours Ball State University will host its first We Fly Fest from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. This free, on-campus event is open to the public and will include campus tours, entertainment, live music, informational booths, games, and other family-friendly activities. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 13:22:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-to-host-community-update-on-village-revitalization-june-4 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-to-host-community-update-on-village-revitalization-june-4 Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns invites members of the campus and greater Muncie community to attend a public update on the University’s revitalization efforts in The Village. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 14:32:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-city-of-muncie-partner-to-bring-new-park-to-anthony-northside-neighborhood https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-city-of-muncie-partner-to-bring-new-park-to-anthony-northside-neighborhood Ball State University and the City of Muncie have partnered to create a new neighborhood park for Muncie’s Anthony-Northside Neighborhood. Tue, 13 May 2025 12:48:39 +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-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/2025/03/leo-furlong-claims-second-straight-regional-spelling-bee-sponsored-by-ball-state-pbs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/leo-furlong-claims-second-straight-regional-spelling-bee-sponsored-by-ball-state-pbs For a second straight year, Leo Furlong is the champion of the Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:50:17 +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/2025/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-advances-plan-for-construction-of-homes-in-the-village https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/02/ball-state-board-of-trustees-advances-plan-for-construction-of-homes-in-the-village On Friday, the Ball State University Board of Trustees authorized Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns to execute an agreement with Trademark Construction to construct 17 new attached townhomes and eight new single-family homes as part of the University’s ongoing Village revitalization project. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:56:28 +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/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/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/2025/01/ball-state-multicultural-center-announces-unity-week-2025-schedule-of-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-multicultural-center-announces-unity-week-2025-schedule-of-events Ball State University’s Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center has announced the schedule of events for its annual Unity Week, which kicks off on Monday, Jan. 20, the official observance of this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 15:14:13 +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-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/2024/11/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/2024/10/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/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/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-host-public-forum-for-next-iteration-of-strategic-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/10/ball-state-university-to-host-public-forum-for-next-iteration-of-strategic-plan In preparation for the next iteration of its strategic plan, Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, Ball State University will host a public forum to gather input from the greater community. Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:47:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-3 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-3 One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s award-winning 24-hour fundraising event, returns Wednesday, April 3, with the goal of topping $1 million for a third straight year. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:13:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-george-and-frances-ball-foundation-partner-for-cradle-to-career-muncie-initiative https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-george-and-frances-ball-foundation-partner-for-cradle-to-career-muncie-initiative Ball State University’s School of Journalism and Strategic Communication (SJSC) and the George and Frances Ball Foundation have announced a community partnership, through the Cradle to Career Muncie initiative, which aims at building equitable education pathways and fulfilling careers for all children in Muncie, Ind. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:05:17 +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/2024/01/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-secures-grant-from-community-engaged-alliance-for-cardinals-vote-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/01/ball-state-university-secures-grant-from-community-engaged-alliance-for-cardinals-vote-campaign Ball State University has been awarded a meaningful grant from the Community-Engaged Alliance that will help empower students and community members through active and informed civic participation. Tue, 02 Jan 2024 19:06:49 +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-earns-national-award-for-diversity-and-inclusion-efforts-for-eighth-straight-year https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-earns-national-award-for-diversity-and-inclusion-efforts-for-eighth-straight-year For the eighth consecutive year, Ball State University has received a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity magazine and website in higher education. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:45:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-to-host-second-annual-happy-little-fest https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/ball-state-pbs-to-host-second-annual-happy-little-fest The second annual Happy Little Fest is set for 1–4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 1, at University Green, located between Bracken Library and the Architecture Building, 1120 N. McKinley Ave., on the campus of Ball State University. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:14:00 +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/ball-state-university-provides-primary-sponsorship-for-habitat-for-humanity-season-opening-build https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-university-provides-primary-sponsorship-for-habitat-for-humanity-season-opening-build Several divisions at Ball State University this month are participating in and financially supporting Greater Muncie Habitat for Humanity’s Awareness Build. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:16:53 +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/2023/08/ball-state-celebrates-south-bend-elkhart-presence-with-an-evening-with-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/08/ball-state-celebrates-south-bend-elkhart-presence-with-an-evening-with-ball-state-university Ball State University’s Office of Industry Engagement hosted a gathering of local leaders and alumni on Aug. 2 in the South Bend-Elkhart region for “An Evening with Ball State University.” Wed, 09 Aug 2023 19:32:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/hoosier-shakespeare-festival-receives-2023-ball-state-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/hoosier-shakespeare-festival-receives-2023-ball-state-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant The Hoosier Shakespeare Festival is the 2023 recipient of the Ball State University Community Engagement for the Arts Grant. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:05:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/esc-award-release https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/esc-award-release Ball State University, located in Muncie, Indiana, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Ryan, Moser, Reilly Award for Excellence in Community Engagement Institutional Leadership by the Engaged Scholarship Consortium (ESC) Awards Committee. This recognition celebrates the university's outstanding contributions to community engaged scholarship and its commitment to making a positive impact. Thu, 08 Jun 2023 11:28:55 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-june-10-to-downtown-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/06/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-june-10-to-downtown-muncie Join Daniel Tiger for an afternoon of fun 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at Canan Commons. The free event will also include more than 20 booths offering activities for all ages, such as sunflower planting, rock painting, and puppet making. Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:31:00 +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/ball-state-earns-top-prize-in-international-competition-for-student-design-and-construction-work https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-earns-top-prize-in-international-competition-for-student-design-and-construction-work Ball State University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (ECAP) students—with faculty leads, design advisors, and interdisciplinary consultants—earned the grand prize in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon® 2023 Build Challenge. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:54:39 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-announces-education-partnership-with-american-university-at-iraq-baghdad https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-announces-education-partnership-with-american-university-at-iraq-baghdad Ball State University’s Miller College of Business (MCOB) is partnering with American University at Iraq – Baghdad (AUIB) to offer AUIB-affiliated students an opportunity to earn a Ball State Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree through online instruction. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:58:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/david-arquette-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-david-letterman-distinguished-lecture-series https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/david-arquette-to-speak-at-ball-state-as-part-of-david-letterman-distinguished-lecture-series Multi-talented actor and producer David Arquette will be the next featured speaker in the David Letterman Distinguished Professional Lecture and Workshop Series at Ball State University. Mr. Arquette is scheduled to speak at 7 p.m. on April 10 at Pruis Hall on the Ball State campus. Fri, 24 Mar 2023 13:22:49 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-to-host-public-tours-of-affordable-indianapolis-duplex-designed-by-cap-students https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-to-host-public-tours-of-affordable-indianapolis-duplex-designed-by-cap-students Ball State University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) is hosting free public tours of an affordable, net-zero energy, eco-friendly duplex family home in Indianapolis designed by a team of Ball State’s CAP students and faculty. Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:12:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/craig-ulrey-of-heritage-hall-christian-school-wins-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/craig-ulrey-of-heritage-hall-christian-school-wins-ball-state-pbs-regional-spelling-bee Craig Ulrey, a seventh grader from Heritage Hall Christian School in Muncie, is the champion of the 2023 Ball State PBS Regional Spelling Bee. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 20:36:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-for-2023-on-april-5 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-for-2023-on-april-5 One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s award-winning 24-hour fundraising event, returns for its fifth year Wednesday, April 5, with the goal of topping last year’s record-setting effort of $1 million. Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:38:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-introduces-county-ambassador-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-introduces-county-ambassador-program Ball State University has unveiled plans for its new County Ambassador Program—a student-to-student engagement initiative that provides all 92 Indiana counties the opportunity to attract Ball State graduates upon the completion of their degrees. Mon, 06 Mar 2023 15:17:11 +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/2023/01/kelli-huth-returns-to-ball-state-university-as-associate-vice-president-for-community-engagement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/01/kelli-huth-returns-to-ball-state-university-as-associate-vice-president-for-community-engagement Kelli Huth will rejoin Ball State University as associate vice president for community engagement, effective Jan. 17, Dr. Charlene Alexander, chief strategy officer, announced. Ms. Huth is succeeding Delaina Boyd, who retired from Ball State in December after 32 years of service. Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:31:10 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/01/ball-state-announces-unity-week-2023-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/01/ball-state-announces-unity-week-2023-events Ball State University’s Multicultural Center has announced the schedule of events for Unity Week 2023, which kicks off on Jan. 16—this year’s official observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 16:20:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/eci-talent-collaborative-announces-new-associate-director https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/12/eci-talent-collaborative-announces-new-associate-director The East Central Indiana Talent Collaborative (ECITC) welcomes Ashley Surpas as the new associate director for Regional Initiatives at Ball State University. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:33:53 +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/board-of-trustees-approves-transfer-of-12-acres-of-land-to-city-of-muncie https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/board-of-trustees-approves-transfer-of-12-acres-of-land-to-city-of-muncie The Ball State University Board of Trustees approved the transfer of 12.36 acres of land to the Muncie Redevelopment Commission (MRC) during its regularly scheduled meeting on Friday. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:31:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/documents-digitized-for-free-on-community-scan-day https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/documents-digitized-for-free-on-community-scan-day Ball State University Libraries, along with a few area partners, are hosting the second community scan day—an opportunity for community members to have their family photographs and documents digitized, at no charge, in an effort to preserve local history. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 02:07:09 +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/2022/08/arts-place-awarded-inaugural-ball-state-university-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/arts-place-awarded-inaugural-ball-state-university-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant Arts Place, Inc., an arts- and education-based organization with programming in Jay, Blackford, and Adams counties, has been announced as the inaugural recipient of the Ball State University Community Engagement for the Arts Grant. Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:09:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/free-impact-x-class-being-offered-to-cultivate-innovation-from-muncie-community https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/07/free-impact-x-class-being-offered-to-cultivate-innovation-from-muncie-community A collaboration between the City of Muncie, Ball State University’s Entrepreneurship Center, and the In Place Impact Muncie Initiative has resulted in a free class aimed at fostering innovative solutions to make a positive impact on the local community. Thu, 07 Jul 2022 13:06:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/ball-state-cap-build-team-awarded-50000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/05/ball-state-cap-build-team-awarded-50000 An affordable, net-zero energy duplex family home, which has been designed by a team of Ball State University students and faculty, is one step closer to being built. The duplex, referred to as the “Alley House,” was designed by a group of students and faculty of Ball State University’s R. Wayne Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) for the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon® 2023 Build Challenge, an international competition. CAP’s Solar Decathlon Build Team for the Alley House project was recently selected as one of 14 (out of 28) teams to advance to the construction stage of the competition. Ball State CAP’s Build Team was awarded $50,000 from the U.S. Department of Energy for the build. Tue, 03 May 2022 15:47:19 +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/2022/01/ball-state-and-daleville-community-schools-announce-esports-partnership https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/01/ball-state-and-daleville-community-schools-announce-esports-partnership Ball State University and Daleville Community Schools have announced a unique partnership in which esports student-athletes from both institutions will work together to form a meaningful educational and extracurricular experience. Tue, 11 Jan 2022 21:09:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/miller-college-of-business-offers-new-leadership-academy https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/12/miller-college-of-business-offers-new-leadership-academy The Miller College of Business at Ball State University has announced the launch of the Miller Leadership Academy. This new scholarship and support program will provide select incoming Ball State freshmen an $11,000 renewable scholarship—plus resources and services that focus on supporting underserved students financially, academically, and holistically. Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:03:09 +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-pbs-looking-for-eaton-stories https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/10/ball-state-pbs-looking-for-eaton-stories Ball State PBS (formerly WIPB-TV) is looking for stories about Eaton, Indiana. Ball State PBS, the PBS station located on the Ball State University campus, will feature Eaton in its ongoing series celebrating small towns in its viewing area. Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:57:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/hoosier-stem-grant-funding https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/09/hoosier-stem-grant-funding The Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) announced this week that it has awarded STEM Teacher Grant funding to support the Hoosier STEM Academy program, a partnership among Ball State University, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis and Purdue University. Tue, 28 Sep 2021 13:37:08 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/accutech-honored-as-2021-outstanding-community-partner https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/08/accutech-honored-as-2021-outstanding-community-partner Accutech Systems Corporation has been named the recipient of the 2021 Ball State University Community Partner of the Year Award. Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns presented the award on Aug. 2 to Accutech President Adam Unger. Mon, 09 Aug 2021 13:32:48 +0000