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Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy.
DWNTWN Muncie hosts a First Thursday ArtsWalk on the first Thursday of every month.
To prepare for the working world, one Ball State student is taking on the role of producer and manager for eight musical artists on campus.
Actress Charmian Carr died on Sept. 17 at age 73. Her passing is a result of complications from a rare form of dementia, according to her spokesman Harlan Boll.
Nothing is really free in life – including graduation.
John R. Emens Auditorium was full of laughter for a solid two hours Friday night, when TruTV’s Michael Carbonaro performed his show “Carbonaro Live!”
When dorm food isn’t cutting it anymore but it’s too cold or inconvenient to go out, delivery services come in handy. However, some restaurants don’t have delivery services available — that’s where Tranzind comes in.
For any fans of the movie “Whip It,” or those interested in sport, the chance to try roller derby is here. The Cornfed Derby Dames, Muncie’s women’s roller derby league, is hosting a new skater clinic from 4-6 p.m. at Gibson’s Skating Arena on Sept. 18.
Bid Day, the most anticipated day of formal sorority recruitment, falls on a Sunday this year.
In a live-streamed press conference that started with “Carpool Karaoke,” Apple unveiled its new technology and updates Sept. 7. This year brings a variety of new apps, software updates and a new generation of various products.
Deciding to join a Greek life organization can be a big decision for some students, and formal sorority recruitment begins this week for those who are already set on joining a sorority.
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Actor and comedian Gene Wilder died Aug. 29 at the age of 83. His family confirmed he died from complications from Alzheimer’s disease.
"Meet the Greeks" will take place on Aug. 25 from 4-6 p.m. on the University Green. The event give students an opportunity to learn about Greek life on campus and meet the 30 Greek organizations that Ball State has to offer. Breanna Daugherty // DN File
Ball State’s waterski and wakeboard club gives students an opportunity to experience the unique sports throughout the school year. The club will have a callout meeting on Aug. 25 at 8 p.m. in the Schwartz Digital Complex. Photo Provided // Rachel McDaniel
Indiana will be celebrating turning 200 this year. Different Ball State students and programs will be contributing content for the relay. As part of the celebration, a torch will travel throughout the state, stopping in every county over a five-week period. The relay will begin Sept. 9, and finish on Oct. 15.
.pictures { float:right; width:430px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:17px; margin-right:0 } .hrr { display:none } @media screen and (max-width: 700px) { .pictures { float:right; width:320px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .pictures { float:right; width:270px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .pictures { float:none; width:100%; margin-right:0; margin-left:0; margin-top:25px; margin-bottom:15px; font-size:14px } .hrr { display:block } } Bryce Saxon, a senior theater major with a focus in acting, will be a character in the pilot of the new show, "Conrad." The show is a crime investigation series that is based in Chicago. PHOTO PROVIDED BY BRYCE SAXON .margbox { float:right; width:350px; margin-bottom:10px; margin-right:0; margin-left:10px } @media screen and (max-width: 800px) { .margbox { width:300px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .margbox { width:260px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .margbox { padding:10px; width:94%; margin-top:10px; margin-bottom:20px; margin-left:10px; margin-right:0; display: none; } } .table1 { width:100% } .table1,th#t01,td#t01 { border:1px solid #62a69f; border-collapse:collapse } th#t01,td#t01 { padding:9px; text-align:left } .table1#t01 th { background-color:#62a69f; color:#fff } .pp { padding-left:10px; padding-right:10px; line-heigth:23px; } To keep up to date with "Conrad," follow their Facebook page. Many students hope to find a job after college, but for one Ball State student, the opportunity of a lifetime came during her last semester.
.pictures { float:right; width:430px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:17px; margin-right:0 } .hrr { display:none } @media screen and (max-width: 700px) { .pictures { float:right; width:320px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .pictures { float:right; width:270px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .pictures { float:none; width:100%; margin-right:0; margin-left:0; margin-top:25px; margin-bottom:15px; font-size:14px } .hrr { display:block } } One event happening in Muncie in the Enchanted Luminaria Walk on Dec. 2 and 3. This free event celebrates the holiday season and is open to the community. There will be holiday music, treats, winter games, live performances and carriage rides. DN FILE PHOTO SAMANTHA BRAMMER .margbox { float:right; width:350px; margin-bottom:10px; margin-right:0; margin-left:10px } @media screen and (max-width: 800px) { .margbox { width:300px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .margbox { width:260px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .margbox { padding:10px; width:94%; margin-top:10px; margin-bottom:20px; margin-left:10px; margin-right:0; display: none; } } .table1 { width:100% } .table1,th#t01,td#t01 { border:1px solid #62a69f; border-collapse:collapse } th#t01,td#t01 { padding:9px; text-align:left } .table1#t01 th { background-color:#62a69f; color:#fff } .pp { padding-left:10px; padding-right:10px; line-heigth:23px; } Check out events happening on campus here! While there are a lot of great events on campus, Muncie also has a lot to offer open to the public. Here are some events going on during the fall semester:
.pictures { float:right; width:430px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:17px; margin-right:0 } .hrr { display:none } @media screen and (max-width: 700px) { .pictures { float:right; width:320px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .pictures { float:right; width:270px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .pictures { float:none; width:100%; margin-right:0; margin-left:0; margin-top:25px; margin-bottom:15px; font-size:14px } .hrr { display:block } } The Progressive Student Alliance originally started as "Students for Bernie." They made the switch to support all progressive candidates, but now plans to investigate the Charles Koch Foundation’s donation in partnership with alumnus John “Papa John” Schnatter to Ball State. PHOTO COURTESY OF PSA TWITTER .margbox { float:right; width:350px; margin-bottom:10px; margin-right:0; margin-left:10px } @media screen and (max-width: 800px) { .margbox { width:300px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .margbox { width:260px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .margbox { padding:10px; width:94%; margin-top:10px; margin-bottom:20px; margin-left:10px; margin-right:0; display: none; } } .table1 { width:100% } .table1,th#t01,td#t01 { border:1px solid #62a69f; border-collapse:collapse } th#t01,td#t01 { padding:9px; text-align:left } .table1#t01 th { background-color:#62a69f; color:#fff } .pp { padding-left:10px; padding-right:10px; line-heigth:23px; } In 2014, private foundations led by the Koch brothers gave more than $23.4 million to U.S. colleges. Other universities that have received donations: • Indiana University • Florida State University • The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. • Creighton University in Nebraska • Troy University in Alabama Source: Center for Public Integrit What started as a group of students supporting former Democratic hopeful Bernie Sanders has turned into a group focused on academic integrity.
.pictures { float:right; width:430px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:17px; margin-right:0 } .hrr { display:none } @media screen and (max-width: 700px) { .pictures { float:right; width:320px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .pictures { float:right; width:270px; margin-left:25px; font-size:13px; line-height:16px } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .pictures { float:none; width:100%; margin-right:0; margin-left:0; margin-top:25px; margin-bottom:15px; font-size:14px } .hrr { display:block } } The "Underwater Bubble Show" will be coming to John R. Emens Auditorium Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. The show is inspired by "Cirque de Soleil" works to bring drama, mime, dance, juggling, sand art, puppetry, contortionism and bubbles together in one show. PHOTO COURTESY OF BALL STATE .margbox { float:right; width:350px; margin-bottom:10px; margin-right:0; margin-left:10px } @media screen and (max-width: 800px) { .margbox { width:300px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { .margbox { width:260px; } } @media screen and (max-width: 500px) { .margbox { padding:10px; width:94%; margin-top:10px; margin-bottom:20px; margin-left:10px; margin-right:0; display: none; } } .table1 { width:100% } .table1,th#t01,td#t01 { border:1px solid #62a69f; border-collapse:collapse } th#t01,td#t01 { padding:9px; text-align:left } .table1#t01 th { background-color:#62a69f; color:#fff } .pp { padding-left:10px; padding-right:10px; line-heigth:23px; } Check out a list of events around Muncie here! A new semester means a new batch of acts, speakers and performers coming to John R. Emens Auditorium and Pruis Hall.
