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Always keeping you up to date: here is your CommCenter Catch-Up!

We’re in the middle of February and with temperatures rising and homework piling up, it’s important to always stay caught up on what’s happening on campus. This week, look for a new job or internship at the Cardinal Job Fair, get free tax preparation from our VITA Volunteers or celebrate Mardi Gras over at the Atrium! 



Pipes for the geothermal project at Ball State University are installed in the ground to pump hot and cold water throughout campus in October, 2010. DN FILE PHOTO

Indiana taps into earth’s energy with geothermal growth

Ball State University’s large-scale geothermal system has cut campus carbon emissions nearly in half while saving millions annually, highlighting Indiana’s growing potential for renewable ground-source energy in homes, businesses and institutions.


Ball State mens volleyball match vs. McKendree University on Feb.12 in Worthen Arena. The ninth-ranked team earned a 3-1 victory over McKendree University, continuing an unbeaten streak of conference wins.

GALLERY: Ball State Mens Volleyball vs. McKendree

Ball State mens volleyball match vs. McKendree University on Feb.12 in Worthen Arena. The ninth-ranked team earned a 3-1 victory over McKendree University, continuing an unbeaten streak of conference wins.




Adam Jones poses for a photo Feb. 10 in the Ball Communication Building. Ryan Fleek, DN; Brenden Rowan, DN Photo Illustration

Disruptions in English classes raise questions

Ball State University English classes have been disrupted since the 2025-26 school year by individuals who were not enrolled in the courses, raising concerns among faculty and university groups about classroom safety and limited communication from administrators on how to address the situation. 


Ball State Men’s Basketball entered their game against Buffalo half-a-game behind the Bulls in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) standings. The weight of the game could not be ignored, as the cut-off seed to make the MAC tournament in Cleveland is the eighth seed, and Buffalo held that spot entering the game. The Cardinals fell to the Bulls 63-53 and now sit 1.5 games behind the eighth seed.

GALLERY: Ball State Men's Basketball vs. Buffalo

Ball State Men’s Basketball entered their game against Buffalo half-a-game behind the Bulls in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) standings. The weight of the game could not be ignored, as the cut-off seed to make the MAC tournament in Cleveland is the eighth seed, and Buffalo held that spot entering the game. The Cardinals fell to the Bulls 63-53 and now sit 1.5 games behind the eighth seed. Those interested in learning more about the Ball State Men’s Basketball vs. Buffalo game on Feb. 11 can read more here.