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Ball State students try to stay warm as temperatures continue drop and snow piles up on Jan. 5 across Ball State University's campus. DN PHOTO ALAINA JAYE HALSEY

Kick out the blues with snow day do's

With the Weather Channel forecasting a possibility of six inches of snow, busy college students should be celebrating instead of feeling obligated to complete mundane activities. Here’s a quick guide on what to do with this rare free time.



Members of the men's volleyball team huddle before the game against Quincy on Jan. 30 at Worthen Arena. DN PHOTO ALAINA JAYE HALSEY

Cardinals continue fast start in competitive MIVA

With wins over two of the last three teams in the Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association, the Ball State men's volleyball team is one of five teams ranked in the nation's top 15 teams.


Senior outside attacker Matt Sutherland serves the ball during the game against Quincy on Jan. 30 at Worthen Arena. DN PHOTO ALAINA JAYE HALSEY

Cardinals defeat Lions to complete weekend sweep

The Ball State men's volleyball team improved to 2-0 in Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Conference play with its second win of the weekend, a 3-0 sweep over Lindenwood at Worthen Arena on Saturday.



Disney announces Princess Elena of Avalor, the first Latina princess. Elena will make her debut on Disney Junior in 2016. 

Pop Culture Catchup

And behind door number one is Erin Gladieux, guiding you through this week's pop culture revelations. 


Members of the Ball State men's volleyball team celebrate after winning the third and final set during the game against Quincy on Jan. 30 at Worthen Arena. DN PHOTO ALAINA JAYE HALSEY

Cardinals sweep Hawks in conference opener

The 5-1 Ball State Men's Volleyball team took on the 5-2 Quincy University Hawks for their first conference game at Worthen Arena on Friday night. Coming into the game the Cardinals were statistically the favorite team with a .321 attack percentage compared to the Hawks .258. Defensively, both teams are consistent in holding their opponents to low attack percentages, which is the reason for both teams' early season success.