http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University COVID 19 News RSS en-us Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:51:09 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-state-university-extends-covid19-vaccination-clinic-hours https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/ball-state-university-extends-covid19-vaccination-clinic-hours Ball State University has extended the hours of its on-campus COVID-19 vaccination clinic, while also establishing a waiting list for those requesting to receive the Moderna vaccine before their scheduled appointment. Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:18:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/governor-holcomb-announces-important-changes-to-his-executive-order https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/04/governor-holcomb-announces-important-changes-to-his-executive-order Governor Holcomb announced some important changes to his Executive Order regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The amended order converts the current face mask covering mandate to a state mask advisory, Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:31:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/22-percent-of-americans-plan-on-declining-covid-19-vaccine https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/02/22-percent-of-americans-plan-on-declining-covid-19-vaccine About 22 percent of Americans say they are not likely to get immunized against COVID-19, according to research that included a Ball State University professor. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:52:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/provost-values-matter-more-than-ever-during-crisis-leadership https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/provost-values-matter-more-than-ever-during-crisis-leadership Ball State Provost Susana Rivera-Mills has published an essay on crisis leadership about the importance of values-guided decision making and equity. Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:03:13 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/pandemic-has-sent-depression-anxiety-rates-skyrocketing-across-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/01/pandemic-has-sent-depression-anxiety-rates-skyrocketing-across-nation Depression and anxiety rates have more than doubled during the pandemic, according to a team of researchers at Ball State University. Thu, 28 Jan 2021 20:26:12 +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/researcher-pandemic-devastating-states-restaurant-industry https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/researcher-pandemic-devastating-states-restaurant-industry The COVID-19 pandemic is devastating the food industry in Indiana with 41 percent of restaurant owners reporting financial problems so severe that they may shutter operations by the end of the year. Tue, 15 Dec 2020 18:11:12 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/covid-19-leading-to-cuts-in-local-government-services https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/covid-19-leading-to-cuts-in-local-government-services Many local Indiana governments are anticipating cuts to services because of the COVID-19 impact on local government budgets. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:40:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/study-immigrant-essential-workers-are-at-high-risk-of-covid-19-infection https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/study-immigrant-essential-workers-are-at-high-risk-of-covid-19-infection Working in essential industries is associated with an increased risk of COVID-19 infection among Bhutanese and Burmese refugees. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:45:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/expressions-of-gratitude-lift-spirits-says-ball-state-professor https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/expressions-of-gratitude-lift-spirits-says-ball-state-professor Ball State researcher Jill Walls believes a dose of gratitude might be the boost families need to lift spirits during the holiday season. Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:21:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/students-must-provide-a-covid-19-test-before-they-return-in-january https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/students-must-provide-a-covid-19-test-before-they-return-in-january All Ball State, students will be required to provide a COVID-19 test result before returning to campus in the Spring. Tue, 17 Nov 2020 14:44:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/study-certain-groups-masked-up-more-than-others-during-early-days-of-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/study-certain-groups-masked-up-more-than-others-during-early-days-of-pandemic During the early stages of the pandemic, women, racial minorities, and older adults were more likely to wear masks. Fri, 20 Nov 2020 19:11:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/covid-stress-eating https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/11/covid-stress-eating Study finds stress related to COVID-19 is to blame for more Americans eating unhealthily Wed, 04 Nov 2020 21:00:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/cardinals-care-partners-commit-to-community-wellbeing https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/10/cardinals-care-partners-commit-to-community-wellbeing More than 200 non-profit organizations and businesses have joined with Ball State under the Cardinals Care Program. Fri, 19 May 2023 18:15:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/halloween-sales-may-be-sluggish https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/9/halloween-sales-may-be-sluggish Ball State professor Steve Horwitz believes the pandemic and controversial election season may cause sluggish Halloween retail sales. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 19:47:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/update-on-commencement-ceremonies https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/update-on-commencement-ceremonies Due to the ongoing risk of COVID-19, and the state’s extended guidelines, which continue to prohibit social gatherings larger than 250 people, it is no longer feasible for Ball State to hold Commencement ceremonies on the scheduled date. In order to enable people to make appropriate plans, the University has also decided to postpone its December 2020 Commencement ceremony. Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:22:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/band-to-play-on-with-special-masks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/band-to-play-on-with-special-masks The ‘Pride of Mid-America’ Marching Band is taking steps to ensure its members and the audience are safe. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:47:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/protecting-others-is-winning-message-during-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/8/protecting-others-is-winning-message-during-pandemic New research shows that most people will wear a mask or practice social distancing during this pandemic if they believe it will help others. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 14:46:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/ball-state-to-survive https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/7/ball-state-to-survive An analysis by a New York University professor puts Ball State in the “survive” category as higher education works through the COVID-19 pandemic. Thu, 30 Jul 2020 18:16:01 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/prudent-fiscal-planning-allows-ball-state-to-invest-in-safety-and-health https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/prudent-fiscal-planning-allows-ball-state-to-invest-in-safety-and-health Board of Trustees approved a continuing spending resolution today that will prioritize funding for academic programs while investing in health and safety measures. Fri, 19 Jun 2020 20:03:27 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/covid-19-causes-state-local-governments-to-suffer-great-losses https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/covid-19-causes-state-local-governments-to-suffer-great-losses Study finds economic shutdown caused by COVID-19 has deeply damaged Indiana’s economy. Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:59:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/fall-contingency-plans https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/fall-contingency-plans Many students have told us that they value the personal educational experiences that we provide at Ball State University. Tue, 02 Jun 2020 13:59:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/board-approves-on-campus-classes-for-fall-semester https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/board-approves-on-campus-classes-for-fall-semester Ball State students will return to campus for classes on August 24, as scheduled. Wed, 27 May 2020 21:14:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/burris-to-honor-grads-with-driveby-celebration https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/burris-to-honor-grads-with-driveby-celebration The 53 graduating seniors of Burris Laboratory School’s Class of 2020 will be honored May 22 with a drive-by celebration on the Quad at Ball State University. Thu, 21 May 2020 19:31:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/in-person-voting-linked-to-spread-covid-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/in-person-voting-linked-to-spread-covid-19 Researchers find a significant association between in-person voting and the spread of COVID-19 two to three weeks after Wisconsin’s primary on April 7. Mon, 18 May 2020 13:48:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/commencement Read President Geoffrey S. Mearns' statement about the Spring and Summer 2020 Commencement exercises. Fri, 15 May 2020 14:10:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/moms-still-doing-more-housework-in-covid-19-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/moms-still-doing-more-housework-in-covid-19-pandemic Study finds that dads report doing more household chores during the COVID-19 pandemic but mothers are still doing the majority of the work in the home. Fri, 08 May 2020 16:53:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/plans-for-our-future https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/plans-for-our-future Now that an unprecedented Spring semester has come to a successful conclusion, this message provides some additional information about our plans for the future. Thu, 14 May 2020 14:09:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/travel-the-state-without-leaving-home https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/5/travel-the-state-without-leaving-home Ball State adds Electronic Field Trips to At-Home Learning. Wed, 06 May 2020 11:42:26 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/may-2020-commencement-update https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/may-2020-commencement-update Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns provides an update on the University’s plans to celebrate Commencement. Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:27:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/ball-state-provides-opportunities-this-summer https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/ball-state-provides-opportunities-this-summer A special set of courses will examine the impact of COVID-19 from various perspectives. The University is also making it simpler for learners at all phases of life to apply. Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:15:23 +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/2020/4/services-for-your-mental-wellbeing https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/services-for-your-mental-wellbeing We recognize and understand that COVID-19—and all the changes as a result of it—has disrupted life as we know it. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:13:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-on-credit-no-credit-option https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-on-credit-no-credit-option To help students during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ball State is extending the availability of the credit/no credit option. Fri, 10 Apr 2020 12:10:23 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/refund-for-your-ball-state-cap-and-gown-order-for-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/refund-for-your-ball-state-cap-and-gown-order-for-commencement Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:54:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-about-may-and-june-events-on-campus https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-about-may-and-june-events-on-campus Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:15:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/all-summer-classes-will-be-virtual https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/all-summer-classes-will-be-virtual To help students make progress toward their degrees in these unprecedented and unpredictable times, Ball State will transition all Summer 2020 face-to-face classes to virtual teaching and learning. Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:44:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/wipb-offers-at-home-learning https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/wipb-offers-at-home-learning Due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has closed schools around Indiana, WIPB-TV is joining other PBS affiliates across the state to offer at-home K-12 learning experiences that align with Indiana curriculum standards. Tue, 07 Apr 2020 12:11:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/songs-foster-connections-for-isolated-people https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/songs-foster-connections-for-isolated-people TCOM professor leads student group to bring songs and encouragement to residents of a nursing care facility. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 21:17:16 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-on-ball-states-response-to-covid https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/update-on-ball-states-response-to-covid Fri, 10 Apr 2020 11:11:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/documenting-everyday-life-in-muncie-during-covid-19-pandemic https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/documenting-everyday-life-in-muncie-during-covid-19-pandemic In a collaborative effort, Ball State University Libraries Archives and Special Collections, the Everyday Life in Middletown Project, and the Muncie Public Library are asking community members to document their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fri, 03 Apr 2020 21:27:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/statement-in-response-to-media-questions-about-employee-positive-test-to-covid-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/statement-in-response-to-media-questions-about-employee-positive-test-to-covid-19 Thu, 02 Apr 2020 20:59:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/covid-19-causes-major-job-losses https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/covid-19-causes-major-job-losses CBER director Michael Hicks believes that the $6.6 million jobs lost in the last week reflects the accelerating closure of commerce as Americans quickly embrace social distancing. Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:22:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/costume-shop-joins-effort-to-make-medical-masks https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/costume-shop-joins-effort-to-make-medical-masks Members of Ball State’s costume shop join with stitchers nationwide to create medical masks. Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:06:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/covid-19-may-force-some-small-businesses-to-hike-prices https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/covid-19-may-force-some-small-businesses-to-hike-prices Steep price increases are expected in the near future due to COVID-19, according to Ball State economics professor Steve Horwitz. Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:00:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/board-takes-steps-to-support-university-employees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/board-takes-steps-to-support-university-employees Board of Trustees approves a paid leave plan for employees impacted by COVID-19. Fri, 27 Mar 2020 13:17:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/additional-information-ball-state-action-plan https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/additional-information-ball-state-action-plan Tue, 24 Mar 2020 14:44:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/may-2020-commencement-exercises https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/may-2020-commencement-exercises We are saddened to share with you that we have decided to cancel our May 2020 Commencement Exercises. We are developing alternative plans to celebrate our graduates, and we would like your input. Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:03:05 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/disaster-emergency-declaration https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/disaster-emergency-declaration Sat, 21 Mar 2020 19:32:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/statement-on-the-closing-of-ball-state-university-recreational-facilities https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/statement-on-the-closing-of-ball-state-university-recreational-facilities In light of the March 19 Joint Disaster Emergency Declaration by Delaware County and the City of Muncie, all Ball State University recreational and sports facilities will close effective immediately until further notice. Thu, 19 Mar 2020 22:45:45 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/additional-measures-to-combat-covid-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/additional-measures-to-combat-covid-19 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:58:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/covid-19 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/3/covid-19 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:57:39 +0000