http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University News News RSS en-us Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:44:14 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-university-celebrates-1200-summer-graduates-at-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-university-celebrates-1200-summer-graduates-at-commencement Ball State University on Saturday celebrated its Summer 2026 graduates during the University’s 205th Commencement ceremony, held at Worthen Arena in Muncie. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:17 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/munciearts-awarded-2026-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/munciearts-awarded-2026-community-engagement-for-the-arts-grant Muncie Arts and Culture Council (MuncieArts) is the recipient of Ball State University’s 2026 Community Engagement for the Arts Grant. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:16:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/teachers-college-earns-national-recognition-for-innovation-in-teacher-preparation-technology https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/teachers-college-earns-national-recognition-for-innovation-in-teacher-preparation-technology Ball State University’s Teachers College has earned the 2026 Distinguished Educator Preparation Program Award from ISTE+ASCD, a national education organization formed by the International Society for Technology in Education and the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:41:54 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-students-and-faculty-earn-regional-emmy-awards-national-recognition-for-media-work https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/07/ball-state-students-and-faculty-earn-regional-emmy-awards-national-recognition-for-media-work Ball State University students and faculty continue to earn regional and national recognition for excellence in media production, storytelling, and sports broadcasting. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:59:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/rare-bob-ross-painting-to-be-auctioned-in-support-of-ball-state-pbs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/rare-bob-ross-painting-to-be-auctioned-in-support-of-ball-state-pbs A rare original Bob Ross painting with deep ties to Ball State University and East Central Indiana sold today at auction, with net proceeds from the sale supporting Ball State PBS. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:13:21 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-public-media-honored-with-national-awards-for-local-journalism Ball State Public Media has earned two national awards from the Public Media Journalists Association (PMJA) in recognition of Indiana Public Radio’s local journalism and student reporting. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:30:59 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-teacher-preparation-programs-earn-top-ratings-in-science-of-reading-reviews https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-teacher-preparation-programs-earn-top-ratings-in-science-of-reading-reviews Ball State University’s elementary education, early childhood education, and special education teacher preparation programs have earned top marks in two reviews focused on how well future educators are prepared to teach reading through evidence-based, scientifically grounded instruction. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:03:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-biology-professor-helps-lead-nature-study-on-what-tooth-enamel-reveals-about-evolution https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-biology-professor-helps-lead-nature-study-on-what-tooth-enamel-reveals-about-evolution A Ball State University faculty member helped lead a new study that sheds light on how tooth enamel changed as human diets evolved over millions of years. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:12:46 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/five-ball-state-grads-earn-fulbright-us-student-awards-udall-scholarship https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/five-ball-state-grads-earn-fulbright-us-student-awards-udall-scholarship Five Ball State University graduates have received Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards, and one undergraduate has been selected for the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, continuing the University’s recent success in nationally competitive scholarship programs. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:31:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-idia-lab-launches-mesa-verde-virtual-companion-app https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-idia-lab-launches-mesa-verde-virtual-companion-app Ball State University’s Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA Lab) has launched the Mesa Verde Virtual Companion, a new augmented reality mobile app designed to deepen public engagement with Mesa Verde National Park through immersive, interactive digital experiences. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:49:19 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-university-cancels-we-fly-fest-due-to-weather https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/06/ball-state-university-cancels-we-fly-fest-due-to-weather Due to forecasted weather conditions, Ball State University has canceled We Fly Fest scheduled for today, Saturday, June 6. Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:48:48 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-second-annual-we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-family-friendly-fun https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-second-annual-we-fly-fest-to-offer-free-family-friendly-fun Ball State University will host its second annual We Fly Fest from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Brown Family Amphitheater. Tue, 26 May 2026 14:00:11 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-to-muncie-june-6 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/be-my-neighbor-day-returns-to-muncie-june-6 Ball State PBS will welcome families back to downtown Muncie on Saturday, June 6, for Be My Neighbor Day, an afternoon of music, hands-on activities, and community connections inspired by Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and the neighborly spirit of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Thu, 21 May 2026 15:14:51 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-renee-twibell-recognized-nationally-for-pioneering-contributions-to-nursing-science https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-renee-twibell-recognized-nationally-for-pioneering-contributions-to-nursing-science Dr. Renee Twibell, a Ball State University alumna and associate professor emerita in the University’s School of Nursing, has been selected to receive the 2026 Pioneering Spirit Award from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Mon, 18 May 2026 16:22:07 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/art-in-bloom-returns-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/art-in-bloom-returns-at-ball-state-university-david-owsley-museum-of-art A Spring tradition continues at the David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) as Art in Bloom returns May 15-17 with floral interpretations inspired by works from the museum’s collection. Thu, 07 May 2026 13:50:15 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-faculty-member-adam-kuban-receives-national-journalism-teaching-award https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-faculty-member-adam-kuban-receives-national-journalism-teaching-award Dr. Adam Kuban, professor in Ball State University’s School of Journalism and Strategic Communication, has been named Journalism Awards Journalism & Mass Communication Teacher of the Year by the Scripps Howard Fund as part of the 73rd Scripps Howard Journalism Awards. Tue, 05 May 2026 17:53:42 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-celebrates-class-of-2026-at-spring-commencement https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-celebrates-class-of-2026-at-spring-commencement Ball State University celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2026 during its Spring Commencement ceremony Saturday on the Quad, where the University conferred approximately 2,800 degrees to graduates from its doctoral, specialist, master’s, and baccalaureate programs. Sat, 02 May 2026 19:49:53 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-university-trustees-to-extend-president-mearns-contract-through-june-30-2029 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/05/ball-state-university-trustees-to-extend-president-mearns-contract-through-june-30-2029 Today the Ball State University Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution authorizing Board Chair, Brian Gallagher, to offer an amended employment agreement to President Geoffrey S. Mearns, extending his role as the University’s 17th President through June 30, 2029. Fri, 01 May 2026 17:53:04 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-heart-of-indiana-united-way-partner-to-transform-icc-waiting-area https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-heart-of-indiana-united-way-partner-to-transform-icc-waiting-area Ball State University’s Interprofessional Community Clinics (ICCs), in partnership with the Heart of Indiana United Way and with support from the George and Frances Ball Foundation and Early Years Indiana, have unveiled a newly transformed waiting area designed to enhance early learning, family engagement, and patient experience. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:51:58 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-reaches-350-million-milestone-in-our-call-to-beneficence-campaign https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-reaches-350-million-milestone-in-our-call-to-beneficence-campaign Ball State University has reached its $350 million goal for "Our Call to Beneficence: The Campaign for Ball State University," with fundraising efforts continuing through June 30, 2027. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:02:02 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-to-present-the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-to-present-the-25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at 7:30 p.m. on April 16–18 and April 21–25, with a matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. April 19, in the Oakwood Building, Room 101. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:08:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/research-examines-why-full-time-work-may-not-lift-households-out-of-poverty https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/research-examines-why-full-time-work-may-not-lift-households-out-of-poverty A new policy brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines why moving from part-time to full-time work may yield little net improvement for some households already living in poverty. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:13:29 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/women-of-beneficence-awards-2026-grants-to-support-student-and-community-impact https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/women-of-beneficence-awards-2026-grants-to-support-student-and-community-impact Ball State University’s Women of Beneficence has awarded its annual round of grants to Ball State faculty and staff members. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:23:25 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-research-examines-economic-patterns-linked-to-local-renewable-energy-restrictions https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-research-examines-economic-patterns-linked-to-local-renewable-energy-restrictions A new policy brief from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) examines how county-level restrictions on utility-scale wind and solar development in Indiana are associated with employment, gross domestic product, and local public revenue. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:39:18 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/center-for-professional-selling-named-one-of-nations-top-sales-programs-for-2025-26 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/center-for-professional-selling-named-one-of-nations-top-sales-programs-for-2025-26 Ball State University’s Center for Professional Selling has been named one of the Sales Education Foundation’s Top Sales Programs for 2025-26, marking the 20th consecutive year Ball State has earned the national recognition. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:54:33 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/hugh-jackman-award-winning-actor-to-address-ball-state-university-class-of-2026 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/hugh-jackman-award-winning-actor-to-address-ball-state-university-class-of-2026 Actor, producer, and philanthropist Hugh Jackman will address Ball State University’s Class of 2026 at the University’s Spring Commencement ceremony. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:55:34 +0000 https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-appoints-cristina-goletti-as-new-dean-of-the-college-of-fine-arts https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/04/ball-state-university-appoints-cristina-goletti-as-new-dean-of-the-college-of-fine-arts Cristina Goletti will join the leadership team at Ball State University as dean of the College of Fine Arts, effective July 1, 2026, President Geoffrey S. Mearns announced. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:11:31 +0000 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/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/03/new-cber-research-offers-a-clearer-way-to-compare-indiana-school-outcomes New research from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) provides a new, easy-to-use way to compare how Indiana public school corporations are performing—one that helps place test results in context and makes comparisons across very different communities more meaningful. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:39:29 +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/2026/03/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-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-study-finds-childhood-obesity-can-weigh-down-the-american-dream While the national conversation around childhood obesity often focuses on rising healthcare costs, new research co-authored by Ball State University economist Dr. Maoyong Fan suggests the crisis may also be limiting the “American Dream.” Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:49:45 +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-state-university-foundation-unveils-2026-top-100-student-awards-recipients https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-university-foundation-unveils-2026-top-100-student-awards-recipients The Ball State University Foundation today revealed the recipients of the University’s annual “Top 100 Student Awards,” now in its fifth year of recognizing outstanding undergraduate student achievement. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:24:15 +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/ball-state-idia-lab-partners-with-mechdyne-to-expand-access-to-immersive-educational-3d-experiences https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/02/ball-state-idia-lab-partners-with-mechdyne-to-expand-access-to-immersive-educational-3d-experiences Ball State University’s Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts (IDIA Lab) has partnered with Mechdyne to help deliver immersive, educational 3D experiences to higher education institutions, museums, and other organizations through Mechdyne’s getReal3D for Unity platform. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:17:14 +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/ball-state-online-earns-six-top-25-rankings-in-us-news-2026-best-online-programs https://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center/archives/2026/01/ball-state-online-earns-six-top-25-rankings-in-us-news-2026-best-online-programs Ball State University has again been recognized among the nation’s best for online education, with six programs ranked in the top 25 of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Online Programs” listings Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:20:13 +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, 15 Jul 2026 19:31:36 +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