Saturday, October 12, 2024
9 a.m.
Ball State University will host the High School Honors String Orchestra on Saturday & Sunday, October 12 & 13, 2024. The orchestra is open to all high school students by recommendation from their private instructor or orchestra director.
9 a.m.
Preview Days are special opportunities for high school students and their families to visit our campus and learn more about Ball State University!
12 p.m.
Ball State University Baseball vs Butler Location: Muncie, Ind., Ball Diamond
TBD
Ball State University Football at Kent State Streaming Audio: https://thevarsitynetwork.com/audioapplink/source/oas-1239/content/bsu:allaccess-Live-1992 Location: Kent, OH
1 p.m.
Ball State University Women's Swimming and Diving vs UIC Location: Muncie, IN, Lewellen Aquatic Center
1 p.m.
Ball State University Men's Swimming and Diving vs UIC Location: Muncie, IN, Lewellen Aquatic Center
3:30 p.m.
Coyote has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system and learn to distinguish between myths and science. Learn the basics of fusion and solar energy and why the Sun rises and sets. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
4 p.m.
Ball State University Women's Volleyball vs Buffalo - Muncie Community Day & Autograph Night TV: ESPN+ Streaming Video: https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/61a377bf-b823-4f80-9c44-0dd620e67452 Tickets: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/wvb-vs-buffalo-ko3wwcm-aa0a96e Location: Muncie, IN, Worthen Arena
5 p.m.
Saturn’s rings are one of the most beautiful sights in the solar system. They can be seen clearly even with a small backyard telescope. Astronomers have known about these rings for over 400 years, yet they still present many questions. In 2004 the Cassini orbiter and the Huygens probe reached Saturn. During this show we will explore the mysterious features seen by these spacecraft. Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.
6:30 p.m.
What do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes… astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! During this program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets, constellations, and stars will be out on your Halloween evening. Suitable for all ages 8+, all ages are welcome.
7 p.m.
Don’t miss this exciting evening of film and community at Pruis Hall on October 12 at 7:00 p.m.! Reception to follow. Free and open to the public.