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Ball State knocks off Central Michigan 3-0

Lauren Grant had some home cooking in her team’s win against Central Michigan University, and it didn’t just come from Worthen Arena. Grant led Ball State to a 3-0 win (25-16, 25-14, 25-12) in a match that was played in front of two special guests. Her parents were in attendance to see her play for the first time since Sept.


Students smash computers as fundraiser

The Computer Technology Student Organization hosted their fall tech bash fundraiser today between Emens Auditorium and Pruis Hall. Alec James, a junior computer technology major working at the event, said part of the proceeds will go toward the organization to pay for competitions, as well as for equipment the group needs. The Computer Technology Student Organization is a student group that looks at expanding knowledge of information technology and its role in society.


Obama briefed on shooting at LAX

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has been briefed on the reported shooting at Los Angeles International Airport. The White House says the Los Angeles Police Department is leading the response and investigation into the shooting, and administration officials are in touch with federal and local partners. The White House says it is urging people to listen to authorities and follow directions from first responders on site. Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman Brian Humphrey called the shooting a multi-patient incident.



	Students attend Welloween on Oct. 31 in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Booths focused on environmental wellness, spiritual wellness, vocational wellness, social and cultural wellness, emotional wellness and intellectual wellness.

Students discuss health, wellness at Welloween

Nutrition, alcohol and drugs were all health concerns students discussed at the fourth annual Halloween-themed health fair. Free to students and faculty, Welloween took place on the main floor of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Oct.


Weather ends Halloween event early

Weather caused the first Howl-O-Scream to end 30 minutes early tonight. After a month of planning, National Pan-Hellenic Council, MultiCultural Greek Council and the Black Student Association had a low turnout. “I think we raised $40 to give to them,” said Sydney Wharton, a senior public communications major. The carnival-themed event, which included eight game stations with tickets for 50 cents, ran from 6 to 8 p.m.



Your community bulletin board

Thursday Cocoa and condoms with Feminists for Action Feminists for Action will host its annual Cocoa and Condoms event from 12 p.m.


Junior middle hitter Hayley Benson goes in for a kill against Western Michigan on Oct. 11 at Worthen Arena. Benson had 15 kills. Women

Ball State prepares for strong Central Michigan defense

The last time Ball State women’s volleyball played Central Michigan University, head coach Steve Shondell’s team walked away with a 3-0 victory. Things have changed since then. “After you beat a team one time, the second time they’re really going to be hungry,” Shondell said.


Oakland City

Freshmen provide spark

The Ball State women’s basketball team had its home exhibition against Oakland City University Wednesday and came out on top with a score of 109-58. All 10 players showed up and dominated in the fast pace game, including the freshmen. When they were not making plays in the paint, they were taking care of defense.



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Spooky playlist to play at Halloween parties

For Halloween, it’s essential to have a playlist to drive the night. While there are plenty of overplayed — some deserving, some not so much — holiday songs, this list also includes some lesser known tunes.


Vivimos sports a new paint scheme courtesy of the FAB crew on Oct. 28. The walls have since been repainted to the taupe color of the rest of the Atrium vendors. DN PHOTO JONATHAN MIKSANEK

University repaints Vivimos mural in Atrium

The walls of Vivimos in the Atrium were painted beige Monday night after the dining hall closed, covering a graffiti-style mural that was recently painted. Jon Lewis, Ball State Dining director, said in an email that they were “trying something a little different,” but did not like the end result.


	A new Twitter account will launch by the end of the semester for emergency notifications, said a university spokesperson.
Tony Proudfoot said Ball State Marketing and Communications began considering it at the end of the last academic year, when student demand increased.

Twitter to be set up for emergency alerts

A new Twitter account will launch by the end of the semester for emergency notifications, said a university spokesperson. Tony Proudfoot said Ball State Marketing and Communications began considering it at the end of the last academic year, when student demand increased.