Hearing draws opposition to new Indiana teacher licensing plan
October 28, 2009The first of three public hearings on a contentious proposal to revamp Indiana's teacher licensing requirements drew criticism from dozens of educators.
The first of three public hearings on a contentious proposal to revamp Indiana's teacher licensing requirements drew criticism from dozens of educators.
Ball State University was picked to finish second in the Mid-American Conference West Division in the preseason media poll.
Film and television star Edward James Olmos will be discussing his idea that humanity is all one race. Olmos' presentation is called "We Are All in the Same Gang."
While Muncie and Ball State University are eager to use the $2.4 million of state stimulus money, some economists are doubtful of the impact the stimulus will have on Delaware County.
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Most people have only heard stories about haunted insane asylums, and few have explored the forsaken halls of these eerie places. Indianapolis resident Justin Potts is an exception to this norm.
In my opinion, this weekend is the most anticipated weekends of the year.First off, it's Halloween so we're all excited about that — costumes, candy, and very late nights — but one thing about this weekend that I have been anticipating for almost two years is the release of the long overdue sequel to the cult classic, Boondock Saints. For those of you who haven't seen the first movie, you have a week to do it before the second one comes out. If you have had the fortunate pleasure of seeing this masterpiece get ready for the ride of your life.
John McVey remembers coming out as a junior while at Ball State University 32 years ago.The time was both a traumatic and easy time that was somewhat eased by maintaining social relationships with faculty members on campus."There was still a divide, but it did make us feel better," he said.At the time Gay Activists Union, the GLBTQ organization on campus, had a couple meetings a month and served primarily as a way for members of the GLBTQ community to meet.
Ball State University sophomore middle blocker Kelsey Brandl has been rewarded for her strong performance over the weekend.Monday afternoon, the Mid-American Conference named Brandl as the MAC West Division Offensive Player of the Week.
Eric Pascarelli and Alex Kartman review and preview movies.
Last Thursday in my sexual psychology class, a consultant from Pure Romance offered an informed presentation. Falisha, the company consultant, explained Pure Romance as a "practical resource for women who want to take responsibility for either their financial means or their sexuality."
Setting the Ball State University record with 301 rushing yards Saturday at Eastern Michigan University earned MiQuale Lewis the Mid-American Conference West Division Offensive Player of the Week.
The air around the Fisher Football Training Complex was a bit fresher Monday as Ball State University returned to practice.Ball State defeated Eastern Michigan University 29-27 last Saturday to leave the winless ranks behind.
Ball State University has come a long way in 35 years. In October 1974 there were few organizations directed toward the GLBTQ community in Muncie and at Ball State. It was an issue and topic not often discussed – even ignored. Today things have changed.
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When sophomore defender Tina Vannatta came to Ball State University as a freshman, she felt she had no chance to play for the soccer team, especially after the adversity she faced in high school in Powhatan, Va.In high school, Vannatta tore her anterior cruciate ligament three times during the soccer season. She felt playing very little in high school gave her no chance at playing college soccer.
Midfielder Devanny Kuhn was named the Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Week on Tuesday.
Like the pulse or a heartbeat, the Wadaiko drumming beats, beats, beats. It's about energy. It's about rhythm. It's about feeling, not just hearing. It's an experience, not a show. It's about celebrating life. It's the Yamato drummers of Japan.
Before March, Karmen Ailes and Rebekah Ward had led lives without mystery.During the day, Ailes was working full time as an insurance agent. Her daughter, Ward, was taking a full course load at Ivy Tech Community College.But starting this spring, in addition to their day jobs, the mother-daughter duo began hosting dinner parties every other month — always with a side of murder.As part of their small business, called Appetite for Murder, the two stage murder mystery dinner parties, complete with a fully catered dinner.
Ball State's football, field hockey, soccer, women's volleyball, cross country and swimming and diving teams are in action this weekend. Vote on how you think these teams will fare in their games with the new weekly DN|Online feature.
