Students returning to Ball State University this week will notice changes in and around the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. A construction fence will be going up around the main entrance to the building this week as construction continues on the building. Bruce Morgan, director of the Student Center and Programs, said the construction started a month ago and would be done in two phases.
In collaboration with the Indianapolis International Airport, Ball State University will offer students, faculty and staff a ride on the campus shuttle to the airport. Layne Cameron, associate director of University Communications, said those interested in the service must make reservations 72 hours in advance of the desired departure time.
The summer was a busy time for Campus Alliance slate members as they began working on their platform items for the school year. Although Frank Hood, Ball State University Student Government Association president, interned for a lobbying firm in Washington, D.
With gas prices hovering around $4 a gallon this summer, many drivers are seeking ways to save money while commuting.-áBall State University instructor Pam Stigall has been searching for others to carpool from her home near New Castle to Muncie since last year.
For almost 18 years Kelly Packard, Ball State's recently hired women's basketball coach, has lived in the balance of two families. In one, her role has been that of a wife to her husband Rich Packard and a mother to her sons, Derek Packard, 13, and Evan Packard, 9.
Judging from the reaction Nate Davis and Dan LeFevour received at the Mid-American Conference Media Day, there's little doubt the quarterback duo has separated themselves from other quality players in the league. Throughout the 90-minute time slot designated for coaches and players in the West Division to speak with newspaper reporters, the two MAC quarterbacks continuously answered questions regarding a bevy of issues.
Indiana voters will have a lot to consider when deciding who to vote for in the state's gubernatorial election in November. Incumbent Republican governor Mitch Daniels is going up against Democratic challenger Jill Long Thompson, and both campaigns are working to prove to the public that their candidate is the best choice for the state.
For Ball State University students returning to campus, this is the time to see old friends and move into new apartments, houses and dorms. While settling into their new apartments, students might realize there is just something missing. Often they know what it is, and sometimes they won't.
This fall Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity will return to campus, and some changes to the old recruitment process will change the face of the greek community. There also is hope of a greek village to help Ball State University compete with other college campuses across the United States.
Even though Ball State's men's golf team is not required to participate in tournaments over summer vacation, Cardinals teammates were working hard to prepare for the fall season. After a disappointing spring season, head coach Mike Fleck said he expects a more experienced lineup to help his team rebound and have a successful 2008-09 season.
Earlier this year Indiana became the center of attention during the 2008 presidential primaries, and it appears the national attention -¡will continue through the election on Nov. 4, Joseph Losco, Ball State University political science department chairman, said.
The work Ball State University's Theta Chi fraternity did Spring Semester to improve itself paid off, allowing the house to win a chapter excellence award. Theta Chi President Brandon Steinbrook said he was excited to receive the award especially because this was the first time the house has won since it was first presented in 1985.
A new season brings a fresh start and an opportunity for Ball State's women's volleyball team to move toward improvement. Last season was one for the record books but not for the reasons coach Dave Boos might have preferred. The Cardinals finished 5-25, setting the program's loss record and lowest win total.
Although the Ball State soccer team has won the past two Mid-American Conference regular-season championships, it's still looking for its first appearance in the NCAA tournament. Entering this season under first-year coach Michael Lovett, taking the next step and making the NCAA tournament is one of the Cardinals' main goals.
After cruising to victories in the past two Mid-American Conference championship games, those within Central Michigan's football program aren't accustomed to tough competition from league opponents. A third parade lap in 2008 might be more difficult for the Chippewas, however.
Matt Gunter doesn't like his tomatoes to be pretty. While plump, uncracked, bright red tomatoes might be appealing to many grocery shoppers, Gunter says those tomatoes are riddled with pesticides and fertilizers and haven't the slightest bit of real flavor.
As reporters flocked to Nate Davis at the Mid-American Conference's Media Day, Ball State punter Chris Miller waited patiently to be approached. The fact Miller is an All-American punter didn't seem to earn him many points with media members. Similar to game situations, those in attendance preferred to see the Cardinals' quarterback instead of their punter.
Annette Payne is sure there are a few things she can count on from her team. "We always have a team that believes in working hard, believes in showing up ready to play and take on challenges," Payne said. Those challenges will start early for the Cardinals, who will open their season with four games on the road before returning home to play Big Ten-power Michigan.
Sometimes the best part of an experience also can be the most overwhelming. Ball State truly is a great school. I know it sounds like one of the pamphlets the administration puts out to get parents excited about sending us here, but it is true. Ball State will let you experience so many different things.
In the world of education, many teachers agree there is no tool more valuable to possess than personal experience in their field. This experience gives the students a better grasp of the realities of the jobs they will one day hold. This school year, students studying political science and architecture will get a rare chance to listen to an instructor with experience that is hard to match.
