http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Student Activities News RSS en-us Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:04:38 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-speech-team-wins-national-championship Ball State University’s Speech Team has won the 2026 National Speech Championship, earning both the tournament’s 1st Place Team Award and Top Non-Scholarship Team Award. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:40:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/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/2026/01/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/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/2025/09/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/department-of-theatre-and-dance-brings-romeo-and-juliet-to-the-brown-family-amphitheater https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/department-of-theatre-and-dance-brings-romeo-and-juliet-to-the-brown-family-amphitheater Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy Romeo and Juliet, Sept. 26-28, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. each evening at the Brown Family Amphitheater. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:29:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/emerging-conservationist-award-winner-conservationist-to-speak-at-ball-state https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/09/emerging-conservationist-award-winner-conservationist-to-speak-at-ball-state Mwezi “Badru” Mugerwa, the winner of the 2025 Indianapolis Prize Emerging Conservationist Award, will be a guest lecturer at Ball State at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:06:55 +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/2025/05/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/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/two-ball-state-theatre-and-dance-students-earn-national-honors-and-prestigious-fellowships Students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance recently received notable recognition in the national round of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) competition. Wed, 21 May 2025 13:41:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-earns-top-national-honors-across-media-and-communication-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/05/ball-state-earns-top-national-honors-across-media-and-communication-programs Ball State University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) continues to distinguish itself as a national leader in student media. Mon, 12 May 2025 21:34:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-2-celebrating-seven-years-of-collective-impact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-2-celebrating-seven-years-of-collective-impact One Ball State Day (OBSD), the University’s annual day of giving and celebration of Cardinal spirit, returns for its seventh year on Tuesday, April 2. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:37:36 +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-studio-165-earns-national-awards-for-student-design-projects https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-studio-165-earns-national-awards-for-student-design-projects The student design teams at Ball State University’s Studio 165+ have received two 2024 American Graphic Design Awards from Graphic Design USA (GDUSA) magazine. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:42:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-natasha-pierre-and-the-great-comet-of-1812 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-department-of-theatre-and-dance-presents-natasha-pierre-and-the-great-comet-of-1812 Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 7-8 and Feb. 11-14, with a matinee at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:36:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-announces-2025-ceres-forum https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-announces-2025-ceres-forum Ball State University’s Center for Energy Research/Education/Service (CERES) will host the 2025 CERES Forum, a lecture series focused on "Innovation for Sustainable Communities." Thu, 23 Jan 2025 21:35:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-theatre-and-dance-students-recognized-for-regional-and-national-achievements https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/ball-state-university-theatre-and-dance-students-recognized-for-regional-and-national-achievements Students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance recently received notable recognition at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Regional Festival (KCACTF) in Madison, Wisc. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:46:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/college-of-fine-arts-highlights-arts-alive-lecture-and-extended-museum-exhibition https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2025/01/college-of-fine-arts-highlights-arts-alive-lecture-and-extended-museum-exhibition Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts is presenting two exceptional cultural opportunities: a free Arts Alive! lecture featuring acclaimed artist Daniel Alexander Jones, and the extension of The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) through Feb. 28, 2025. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:14:38 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/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/2024/11/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-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/2024/06/ball-state-university-unveils-betsy-ross-sports-link-studio-in-honor-of-trailblazing-alumna https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/06/ball-state-university-unveils-betsy-ross-sports-link-studio-in-honor-of-trailblazing-alumna On Thursday, the College of Communication, Information, and Media unveiled its new Betsy M. Ross Sports Link Studio, where students enrolled in the nationally renowned Ball State Sports Link program will continue to engage in innovative, collaborative, and professional productions. Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:42:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-student-media-high-rankings-broadcast-education-association-2024 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/05/ball-state-student-media-high-rankings-broadcast-education-association-2024 The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) recently released its rankings for institutional excellence in media—and Ball State University placed in the top 10 for creative achievement in student broadcast and media programs for the third consecutive year. Tue, 14 May 2024 14:04:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-third-annual-top-100-students-awards-program https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/03/ball-state-foundation-reveals-top-10-students-from-third-annual-top-100-students-awards-program The Ball State University Foundation has revealed the University’s Top 10 students from its third annual “Top 100 Students Awards” program. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:56:25 +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/2024/03/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-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/ball-state-to-celebrate-legacy-of-frederick-douglass-with-special-jazz-ensemble-performance Ball State University is hosting an event celebrating the legacy of social reformer Frederick Douglass with a special performance, “The Frederick Douglass Jazz Works,” created and composed by Ruth Naomi Floyd. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:34:47 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2024/02/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/2023/12/ball-state-partners-with-ascend-indiana-to-assist-students-with-career-and-internship-searches https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-partners-with-ascend-indiana-to-assist-students-with-career-and-internship-searches Ball State University’s Office of Industry Engagement has partnered with Ascend Indiana to connect more students to promising career opportunities in Indiana. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:55:30 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-entrepreneurship-center-announces-pre-seed-student-grant-awardees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/12/ball-state-university-entrepreneurship-center-announces-pre-seed-student-grant-awardees The Entrepreneurship Center at Ball State University has provided three students with funding to develop and advance their entrepreneurial ventures in its latest round of pre-seed funding Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:18:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-several-prestigious-awards-in-journalism https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-several-prestigious-awards-in-journalism Ball State University’s student media organizations recently were recognized with several prestigious national journalism awards, as announced at the Fall National College Media Convention in Atlanta. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:15:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/collaboration-between-ball-state-western-kentucky-student-public-media-results-in-pacemaker-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/11/collaboration-between-ball-state-western-kentucky-student-public-media-results-in-pacemaker-award In a groundbreaking project for collegiate journalism, Ball Bearings Magazine, the Ball State Daily News, and the Western Kentucky College Heights Herald, in collaboration with Ball State PBS and Western Kentucky PBS, were named joint winners of the Associated Collegiate Press’ Innovation Pacemaker Award for the cross-platform multimedia project, “Fleeing to Flyover Country.” Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:12:03 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-pbs-to-air-new-documentary-exploring-economic-impact-of-welcoming-refugees https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/ball-state-pbs-to-air-new-documentary-exploring-economic-impact-of-welcoming-refugees A new documentary, “Fleeing to Flyover Country,” produced in collaboration with Ball State PBS, Western Kentucky PBS, The Ball State Daily News, The Western Kentucky Herald, and Ball State’s Department of Media, premieres at 8:30 p.m. ET Thursday, Oct. 12. It will air on Ball State PBS. Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:28:31 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/benny-is-calling-alumni-back-to-ball-state-university-for-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/10/benny-is-calling-alumni-back-to-ball-state-university-for-homecoming Ball State University’s 97th Homecoming celebration kicks off this year on Oct. 16, as Cardinals across the globe are invited back to campus to show pride in their alma mater. The week-long celebration culminates Oct. 21 with the Cardinals’ home football contest against Central Michigan. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:01:22 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/the-ball-state-daily-news-and-ball-state-public-media-unveil-innovative-news-sharing-venture https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/09/the-ball-state-daily-news-and-ball-state-public-media-unveil-innovative-news-sharing-venture The Ball State Daily News newspaper and Indiana Public Radio (IPR), the NPR® Member station of Ball State Public Media, today are launching an innovative news-sharing venture that will strengthen the way news is delivered and consumed in the region. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:10:24 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-university-earns-national-program-of-the-year-honors-at-esportsu-collegiate-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-university-earns-national-program-of-the-year-honors-at-esportsu-collegiate-awards Ball State University claimed Program of the Year honors at the inaugural EsportsU Collegiate Awards, a new national recognition program held May 6-7 at Esports Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Mon, 22 May 2023 13:21:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-students-earn-several-awards-at-from-society-of-professional-journalists-and-cmbam https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/05/ball-state-students-earn-several-awards-at-from-society-of-professional-journalists-and-cmbam Several Ball State University students from the University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media won awards in the Best of Indiana Journalism competition held by the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), as well as the recent 2023 College Media Business & Advertising Managers (CMBAM) annual contest. Thu, 04 May 2023 15:16:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-student-media-once-again-earns-recognition-from-broadcast-education-association https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-student-media-once-again-earns-recognition-from-broadcast-education-association The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) recently released its rankings for institutional excellence in media, and Ball State University received high marks for creative achievement in student broadcast and media programs for the second straight year. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:28:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/david-letterman-returning-to-ball-state-for-premiere-of-original-documentary https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/david-letterman-returning-to-ball-state-for-premiere-of-original-documentary The University will present the documentary, “Clear Reception,” at 7 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, at Emens Auditorium on Ball State’s campus. Following the screening of the film, Mr. Letterman will conduct a Q&A with two Ball State graduates who served as director and producer of the piece, respectively. Fri, 28 Apr 2023 23:43:41 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-university-to-host-indiana-high-school-esports-network-state-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/04/ball-state-university-to-host-indiana-high-school-esports-network-state-championship Ball State University’s Esports program is set to host the 2023 Indiana High School State Championship for Esports April 29 at the state-of-the-art Esports Center in the Robert Bell Building. Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:12:57 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-student-media-once-again-ranked-among-best-in-nation https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/ball-state-student-media-once-again-ranked-among-best-in-nation Ball State University’s student media organizations have once again been recognized among the best in the nation. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 01:51:44 +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/guardian-scholars-student-support-program-awarded-hometown-heroes-grant-from-wlbc https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/03/guardian-scholars-student-support-program-awarded-hometown-heroes-grant-from-wlbc Guardian Scholars, a support service for Ball State University students who have experienced foster care, has been awarded a “Hometown Heroes” grant from Woof Boom Radio and WLBC in Muncie. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:54:34 +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-signs-arlin-burns-to-esports-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/ball-state-university-signs-arlin-burns-to-esports-scholarship Arlin “Oath” Burns, a senior at Triton Central High School in Fairland, Ind., and one of the top young Rocket League professionals in the country, has signed a full-ride scholarship to compete for Ball State’s varsity Rocket League team beginning in the Fall of 2023. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:20:48 +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/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2023/02/theatre-and-dance-students-honored-at-kennedy-center-american-college-theatre-regional-festival Several students from Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance earned recognition at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre’s regional festival, held Jan. 11-15 in Flint, Mich. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:15:06 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/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/2022/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-national-awards https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/11/ball-state-university-student-media-earns-national-awards Ball State University’s student media recently earned numerous journalism and communications accolades and awards, including more than three dozen awards combined for Ball Bearings magazine, The Ball State Daily News, and the McKinley Avenue Agency—an on-campus student-run communications, media, and advertising agency. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:50:37 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ccim-nationally-recognized-for-esports-and-sports-broadcasting-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/ccim-nationally-recognized-for-esports-and-sports-broadcasting-programs Ball State University's College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) is celebrating recent national recognition for two of its standout programs: esports and sports broadcasting. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 17:15:52 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/college-of-fine-arts-announces-family-weekend-september-events https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/09/college-of-fine-arts-announces-family-weekend-september-events Ball State University’s College of Fine Arts is presenting several programs and performances as part of the University’s Family Weekend, Sept. 16-18. Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:03:28 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-announces-esports-partnership-with-geng https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/08/ball-state-announces-esports-partnership-with-geng Ball State University has formed a partnership with Gen.G Global Academy—a high-caliber international esports organization with competitive teams in South Korea, China, and the United States. Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:55:09 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-recognized-by-broadcast-education-association https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/04/ball-state-university-recognized-by-broadcast-education-association Ball State University recently received high marks in the Broadcast Education Association’s (BEA) inaugural School Rankings—Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media program. Ball State’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) placed seventh nationally out of 101 ranked institutions in “2022 Top Winning Overall Programs.” Ball State also placed second in the nation in “Top Winning Sports Programs,” seventh in “2022 Top Winning Documentary Programs,” and 27th in “Top Winning Film & Video Programs.” Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:21:36 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-5-with-million-dollar-fundraising-goal https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/one-ball-state-day-returns-april-5-with-million-dollar-fundraising-goal One Ball State Day, Ball State University’s 24-hour online fundraising event, returns April 5 with some ambitious goals. After three consecutive years of increased giving since the event’s inaugural celebration in 2019, One Ball State Day (OBSD) organizers this year hope to raise at least $1 million in gifts from Cardinals around the world to continue to support the financial needs of students, faculty and staff, and programs. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:49:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-speech-team-wins-2022-state-championship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2022/03/ball-state-speech-team-wins-2022-state-championship Ball State University’s Speech Team recently won its 12th consecutive state championship, claiming the title at the 2022 Indiana Forensic Association (IFA) State Tournament. Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:51:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-university-to-host-first-spring-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2021/03/ball-state-university-to-host-first-spring-homecoming Ball State University is calling upon its graduates across the world to celebrate its first Spring Homecoming from April 26-May 1, 2021. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:41:43 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/student-volunteer-hours https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/12/student-volunteer-hours The COVID-19 pandemic did little to deter Ball State University students from serving their communities throughout the country. Nearly 500 Ball State students logged more than 7,512 volunteer hours at 55 partner sites during the Fall 2020 semester. Tue, 22 Dec 2020 17:47:35 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-is-creating-an-official-esports-team https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/6/ball-state-is-creating-an-official-esports-team Ball State is creating an official esports team, joining more than 300 colleges and universities to compete nationally. Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:10:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/innovate-within-to-host-virtual-state-finals https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2020/4/innovate-within-to-host-virtual-state-finals Innovate WithIN will host its annual state finals with 10 teams of high school entrepreneurs pitching their products and services at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:13:20 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/10/let-the-good-times-soar-at-2019-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2019/10/let-the-good-times-soar-at-2019-homecoming Festivities for Homecoming will start October 14. The week will cap off with the Cardinals taking on the Toledo Rockets in Scheumann Stadium at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 19. Fri, 11 Oct 2019 14:31:44 +0000