Looking for a way to celebrate the beginning of 2022 even in the pandemic? Consider celebrating from home with these five fun and safe ideas. Unsplash, Photo Courtesy

Five safe ways to celebrate New Year's Eve during the COVID-19 pandemic

With the holiday season nearing its end, it can be tempting to spend more time with family and friends to ring in the new year. However, with the growing threat of COVID-19 and its variants, large gatherings and parties may not be the best idea, especially for those who are at a higher risk of contracting the virus. Nevertheless, 2021 is ending and 2022 is beginning, which calls for some celebration. Here are five fun and safe ways to celebrate the beginning of a new year during the pandemic.



Broadcaster and former coach John Madden celebrates his selection to the NFL Hall of Fame during a press conference Feb. 4, 2006, at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. (Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images/TNS)
FOOTBALL

Grubb: Remembering John Madden

 For most football fans, including myself, the name John Madden is synonymous with his yearly football video game. I can still remember Christmas of 2008, ripping open a present revealing Madden NFL 09 for the Nintendo Wii, with Brett Farve of the Green Bay Packers on the cover. Thanks to John Madden, I fell in love with the game of football. But Madden should be remembered not just for his contributions to virtual football, but to the entire game itself. 





Freshman center Payton Sparks (5) dunks the ball against IU Kokomo on Dec. 12, 2021 at Worthen Arena in Muncie, IN. Sparks scored 12 points throughout the game. Amber Pietz, DN
BASKETBALL

Cardinals stop 2-game losing streak in win against IU Kokomo

Four Cardinals scored in double-figures against the Cougars, including junior guard Tyler Cochran, who scored a team-high 19 points. Thomas scored 13 points on 5-for-8 shooting, while junior guard Luke Bumbalough and freshman center Payton Sparks each finished with 12 points. Sparks grabbed a team-high seven rebounds.


The time to buy gifts for our loved ones is sneaking up on us. For last minute Christmas shoppers, consider these 10 gifts to purchase for your friends and family, all under $20. Unsplash, Photo Courtesy
LISTICLE

10 Christmas gifts under $20 for last minute shoppers

Classes and extracurriculars can lead to college students being extremely busy. With students finishing up assignments, cramming for finals, and scraping any extra credit that they can get, December can seem like the busiest month of all. Christmas shopping sneaks up on us before we know it. Here is a last minute Christmas gift guide to direct you through your holiday shopping for all of your loved ones, whether they are into technology, cooking or fashion.


Malorie McLain, Ball State psychology graduate student, sits at a desk in the Health Professions Building Nov. 29. McLain hopes to use her training in rehabilitation counseling to help people with chronic illnesses and disabilities after she completes Ball State's PhD program. John Lynch, DN
NEWS

Ball State graduate students reflect on end of Ball State journeys

The end of the semester is synonymous with graduation, specifically the advancement of undergraduates into the workforce. However, for graduate school students, it means the culmination of an additional two years of schooling, taking their education to the next level. While graduate school can take many different paths, the result is often the same: A master’s degree.




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