Grades were distributed recently to colleges and universities across the country, and Ball State University earned a 2.91 grade point average when it comes to sexual health, according to a study released by Trojan Brand Condoms. The 2007 Sexual Health Report Card evaluated 139 schools across the country.
Where can you find a page from the Gutenberg Bible, a children's book written by Nazis and David Letterman's yearbook picture? Try the Archives and Special Collections department of Bracken Library. Those are just a few of the resources this department makes available to Ball State University students and others who are interested in rare or historical materials, said John Straw, director of the Archives and Special Collections Research Center.
After beginning the season with a win in the Ball State University Tennis Invitational last weekend, the Cardinals will attempt to continue their success in the Milwaukee Classic today. The Milwaukee Classic will consist of singles and doubles events, and a point system will determine placing.
Crowded tables, an abundance of information pamphlets and plenty of opportunities gave career-seeking students what they were asking for at Ball State University's Career Fair. The Career Fair on Wednesday brought in 164 organizations and hundreds more students.
Too often Ball State University student protests and arguments center around me, mine, my or I. A smoking ban infringes on my rights. I don't like smoking. Dining increased prices too much for me to afford. I need the Late Loop trolley to start running again.
Fans now have multiple options on where to watch the pay-per-view Ball State University football game against the University of Nebraska Saturday. Damon's Grill will televise the game Saturday and there will be no cover charge, manager Ben Dailey said. "If we get the word out, we expect to have a good crowd," Dailey said.
Muncie police officer Jason Lyons was charged with two class A misdemeanors for his involvement with speeding on city and campus streets. Delaware County Prosecutor Mike McKinney said Lyons was charged for reckless driving and interfering with reporting a crime.
Ball State University student volunteers play an important role in the local American Red Cross chapter, Kay Renoe, director of volunteer youth and community programs, said. The Hoosier Heartland chapter of the American Red Cross hosted a volunteer orientation for Ball State students Tuesday and Wednesday.
You brought the wall down. No, you're not liable for anything. In fact, you are to be commended. On Wednesday, TimesSelect, a subscription service to NYTimes.com, ceased operating, and you helped make it happen. The Times sees more value in advertising revenue potential than it does in a paid subscription model, it explained in a Tuesday article and letter to readers.
Although David Letterman was at Ball State University for one day, it took weeks of planning and thousands of dollars to coordinate the event. Kevin Burke, director of university communications, said the university spent about $32,000 preparing for Letterman's visit.
The Ball State University Entrepreneur Center is ranked toe-to-toe with 24 other top entrepreneurship programs in the nation, according to Fortune's Small Business magazine. Larry Cox, director of Midwest Entrepreneurial Education Center, said that it was great to be recognized nationally.
A Ball State University alumnus and award-winning Daily News cartoonist was released from Delaware County jail on a $2,500 bond following a dispute about a towed vehicle, according to jail officials. According to police reports, Mohammad Hammond, 23, was arrested on suspicion of battery about 11 p.
Updates on the progress of addressing campus issues and appointments of new members were topics discussed during Ball State University's Student Government Association meeting Wednesday. Here is a breakdown of what happened: Five students were appointed to the Senate.
The Mid-American Conference portion of the schedule is upon the Ball State women's volleyball team. The Cardinals play Central Michigan tonight, the first of 16 MAC matches that will determine the MAC Champion. Ball State will head into the Central Michigan match with a 1-11 record carrying a program-worst 11-game losing streak.
Congratulations! You've found the forum page! We're glad you're here. Before you engulf yourself in today's Sudoku puzzle in an earnest attempt to stay awake during your lecture class, here are a few fun facts for you to consider: If you read this very paper on Monday, you'd know that 75 percent of high school students in the United States are "apathetic" to the First Amendment to the Constitution.
On Tuesday, an article appeared on the front page of the Ball State Daily News announcing the unfortunate demise of the Late Loop trolley to downtown Muncie due to lack of funding by enough vendors. I am so sorry to see the end of the trolley service, but more so I am disconcerted at the events leading up to this termination of service, especially as I feel I could have played a role in keeping the Late Loop in operation.
Recruiting is a full time job. Just ask Hugh Hernesman, the coach in charge of getting players to sign on the dotted line for the Ball State University women's volleyball program. "Each day I can tell you I spend 90 percent of my time recruiting," Hernesman said.
Ball State University punter Chris Miller was one of 41 players named to the Ray Guy Award watch list Wednesday. The Ray Guy award is given to the nation's best punter at the end of the season and is decided by a committee of sports writers, coaches, sports information directors and previous Ray Guy Award winners.
Author Hanoch McCarty attempted to bridge the generation gap Wednesday. In his lecture, titled "How to Make Your Stories Live On," McCarty stressed the importance of sharing life experiences with younger generations. "Your stories define who you are," he said.
Fans who want to watch the Ball State University-University of Nebraska football game Saturday can see it without buying it on pay-per-view. The owner of Beef O'Bradys in Muncie, Rob Wardrop, said the restaurant plans to show the game, which begins at 12:30 p.
