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Ball State alumnus suspected in murder of IU student

The Monroe County man accused of murdering Indiana University senior Hannah Wilson graduated from Ball State’s prison education program, which is no longer in place. Greg Wright, university spokesperson, confirmed that Daniel Messel, who spent time in prison in the late 1990s, graduated in May 1999 with an associate in arts degree in general arts.


Homecoming Steering Committee announces 'Greatest Show on Turf' theme

The Homecoming Steering Committee announced the 2015 Homecoming theme, "The Greatest Show on Turf," in a press release Friday. Homecoming Steering Committee general chair Hayley Williams said the theme will incorporate circus elements. "Some events will include stilt walkers, palm readers, strolling magicians and aerial acrobats," Williams said in the press release.



A strategy to engage

Fractured Narratives is a multi-platform art series inspired by social and political issues from all over the world, and is currently on display in the David Owsley Museum of Art.



The Ball State baseball team congratulates junior infielder Ryan Spaulding after scoring a home run during the first game of the double header against Buffalo on March 28 at First Merchants Ballpark Complex. DN PHOTO ALAINA JAYE HALSEY

Ball State looking to win 2nd straight MAC title

The Ball State baseball team sits at 24-14 overall and 9-6 in Mid-American Conference play with 15 games left in the season. The Cardinals are second in the MAC West Division, looking for their second straight regular season title.