Upcoming Events
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Clifton Strengths Workshop
1 p.m.
Hosted by the Office of Student Life at the Student Center room 310. Join the Office of Student Life to explore your Clifton Strengths. What do you do well? How can you leverage your strengths to improve your leadership style? And how can you utilize your innate talents within your student organization?
Visualize Your Success
4 p.m.
Hosted by Student Success at the Multicultural Center Conference Room. While students are making vision boards, coaches will talk about dreaming big and helping students bring their vision to life. We will provide materials for this event.
Asian Student Union Sushi Night
5:30 p.m.
Sushi – Japan’s National Dish. In Japanese culture, influenced by Buddhism, the fish represents freedom of will, fearlessness, and happiness. As we move into Unity Week, we hope to empower Cardinals in seeking out their happiness and enduring their authentic selves. Come join the Asian Student Union for our Sushi Night to eat and learn about Asian cultures.
Friday, January 23, 2026
Experience Muncie Community Panel
5 p.m.
This session will feature a panel discussion with leaders from a range of Muncie-based community organizations. Panelists will share stories of partnership, outline meaningful opportunities for involvement, and highlight best practices for community collaboration. A moderated Q&A will follow the panel. After the session, students will be asked to reflect on the opportunities they have in their new home and how they can contribute to the greater community. By the end of this program, students will gain a better understanding of the Muncie community and what it offers.
Friday Night Filmworks
7 p.m.
Hosted by Office of Student Life at Pruis Hall. Kick back, relax, and enjoy a movie night with your fellow Cardinals! Friday Night Film Works brings the big screen to campus every week with new releases and fan favorites — all for free.
Reel Stories Screening of "We Strangers"
8 p.m.
We Strangers (2024) follows Ray, a working-class cleaner who gains unexpected power while navigating wealthy white households, exposing the invisible labor and social codes that govern race and class in America. Blending dark humor with social commentary, the film invites viewers to question who is seen, who is heard, and how power quietly operates in everyday spaces. 1 hr 27 min. Chips and popcorn will be provided, and facilitated discussion will follow the screening.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Latinx Student Union Latinxpalooza
6 p.m.
Latinxpalooza is a long-standing and annual non-competitive talent showcase hosted by the Latinx Student Union. Come for the variety of talents – dancing, singing, and more. Stay for the cultural and community appreciation!
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Black Student Association Unity Pageant
7 p.m.
The Black Student Association’s 57th Unity Pageant will be on January 25th at Pruis Hall. The Unity Pageant is Ball State BSA’s premiere co-ed pageant. This pageant gives students the chance to show their knowledge and talents for the chance to win one of many scholarships. Unity Pageant began in 1969 originally being hosted as Miss Black Ball State. Throughout the years there have been many changes to the pageant, making it what it is today. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the show will start at 7:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!