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Today's events will unite Ball State community

Although Ball State University's football team is 2-5, the Homecoming game against Western Michigan today will have a lot to offer for students, faculty, alumni and the surrounding Muncie community. Commencing "Cheers to 80 years!" the All Alumni Homecoming Coffee Hour will start at 9 a.



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Sounds of Spirit

Meet a member of Ball State University's color guard, the marching band and the Cardettes.


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Homecoming how-to

DN|Online's Homecoming how-to guide has come to a close, but you can still access all four -- beer pong, ice louge, ski shot, and cornhole -- here.



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Cardinals complete third straight shutout

After enduring a tough stretch that included two losses to Central and Western Michigan University, the Ball State University women's soccer team has responded with two straight Mid-American Conference wins. The latest came in the form of a 1-0 margin Friday afternoon against Northern Illinois University.


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Homecoming how-to: Make a cornhole set

Cornhole sets can run for almost $80 when you buy them at the store. Add this party staple to your collection by making your own! Click the "click to enlarge" link to find out more.


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Inaugural concert will unveil $1 million organ

The $1 million Sursa Hall concert organ will be unveiled in an inaugural concert Sunday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. after one year of construction and eight weeks of installation. The concert will feature Ann Sursa Carney, daughter of the benefactors, David and Mary Jane Sursa and international concert organist James David Christie.


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Construction causes parade route to change

Because of construction on Wheeling Avenue, the Homecoming parade route has been modified to accommodate the crowds and participants in the parade, Ben Yoder, Homecoming Steering Committee Parade Chairman, said. This isn't the first year the parade route has changed.




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TOWARDS DISRESPECTFUL AUTHORITY: Iraq, Vietnam wars have similarities

Donald Rumsfeld said in 2003 the war in Iraq is not the Vietnam War, "It's a different time, it's a different era, it's a different place."-á Rumsfeld has publicly maintained and reiterated this view even as recent events unfolded in Iraq.-á To be frank about it, I have met drug addicts with less denial.


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'Quarter life' crisis is growing among dissatisfied workers

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - He thought he knew what he wanted to do with his life. So Jamie Deitchman spent nearly four years and $30,000 to get a bachelor's degree in electronics engineering. After school, he was hired to do tech support and congratulated himself on becoming an adult.


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THE SCENIC ROUTE: Ball State's pride more than skin deep

If you're reading these pages in the traditional Western left-to-right pattern, you probably have yet to read the column to the right of this one. My esteemed colleague has used her alloted space to argue that Ball State Univervsity has no school spirit, and that our beloved campus is in dire need of a pick-me-up.



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Homecoming how-to: Beer Pong Table

When getting ready for Homecoming, some students are looking for those last minute entertainment options for their parties. Learn how to make your own beer pong table for those guests who are over 21 to enjoy.


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THE DORK REPORT: Bad speech examples heard on daily basis

Like, oh my God, you know, like, I mean, whatever. No, really, totally, like, whatever, you know? I wonder if I'll live to see the day when people consider that a complete sentence. I normally would never watch a morning show such as Dr. Keith, but the episode I saw on the morning of Sept.


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Fireworks spark Homecoming celebration

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Undefeated: Perfect season brings joy to Muncie after World War II

The 1949 football season stands alone in Ball State University football history. That year, the Cardinals went a perfect 8-0, marking the first year for an undefeated Cardinal football team. "We actually won the last six games of the 1948 season," said Bill King, who was a senior right tackle on the '49 team.



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Talented Bunch

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OUR VIEW: Nice try. We're still here.

It was not cute. It was not funny. It certainly was not legal. Whoever stole Wednesday's Daily News copies committed a crime. Out of 14,000 papers printed, 7,000 to 10,000 were stolen from academic buildings and residence halls. This was a disservice that made readers suffer.


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FOOTBALL: Injuries pile up on defensive side of ball

The injuries for the Ball State University football team have been piling up on the defensive side of the ball. Linebacker Bryant Haines, who is fourth on the team in tackles with 41, missed Saturday's game against Central Michigan University after injuring his knee the previous week against the University of Buffalo.

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