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Students express concerns of campus diversity discussion during Beneficence Dialogue

A Ball State student leader finally had the chance to talk about the university’s silencing of multicultural organizations. David Jones, current president of the Ball State Black Student Association, said at the Beneficence Dialogue March 31 that the executive board had its funding threatened for discussing the recent John R. Emens Award controversy with both the media and its members.

Director of Student Life resigns

Jennifer Jones-Hall, director of Student Life and adviser to the Student Government Association, has resigned from her position Monday evening, the university said. Joan Todd, interim associate vice president for University Marketing and Communications said Jones resigned "to pursue other opportunities." She has been with the university since 2011. Jones-Hall was recently mentioned in a letter to Ball State President Paul Ferguson from Student Government Association Chief of Staff Chris Taylor and the Student Government Association President Nick Wilkey. The letter expressed concern about the selection of the John R.

State Representatives propose first operating fund increase for Ball State since 2008

Ball State leadership team to implement 3-year Centennial Commitment plan

Ball State President Paul Ferguson's newly formed leadership team will carry out his vision for the university which he unveiled Friday.

Paul Ferguson: Ball State's 15th president

Even with the lights and cameras, Paul W. Ferguson maintained the calm and collected composure of someone who was comfortable with talking about how to lead a public university.

Ball State University President Paul Ferguson's career

Ball State's 15th president took office on Aug. 1, 2014 following the resignation of the university's former president Jo Ann Gora. Here is his career before Ball State.

Sunday alcohol sales bill gains new support in legislature

Super Bowl fans might not have to stock up on alcohol the day before their parties in the future if a proposed bill makes its way into law.

Indiana Gov. Pence to talk education at State of the State

After two weeks into the new year, Indiana Governor Mike Pence is set to present his vision for the state for the upcoming year during the annual State of the State Address

State legislators to work on bills for 2015 legislative session

The Indiana General Assembly is back in session for 2015. Here are some of the laws that senators and representatives have proposed that could impact Ball State students. Education Senate Bill 109- Education support What it says: Child support for education will not be required after the child turns 19. Why it matters: Students receiving money from child support to help with education may not get funding after they turn 19. Senate Bill 259- STEM program What it says: I-STEM Resource Network and the state would establish a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) associates degree program at five universities within the state. Why it matters: High school students would have the option to get an associate’s degree in a STEM related field at one of five universities before they graduate.

Trustees approve room and board increase, diversity statement

Next year's room and board rates for incoming freshmen are set to increase, according to plans approved by the Ball State University board of trustees Friday.

Page 4, City Council - Marta Moody of the Muncie-Delaware Metropolitan Planning Commission proposes the Village Overlay District plan to the Muncie City Council. The council voted in favor of considering the plan. DN PHOTO ERIC CHOKEY