This past Saturday the United States remembered the 65th anniversary of the infamous D-Day invasion of Normandy by the Allied Forces in World War II. As every student who took U.S. History knows, the attack was, and still remains, the largest single day amphibious invasion of all time.
Students, alumni and Muncie community members will seek support and visability when they take part in a protest planned for Friday, June 19, in response to the changes taking place with the Women's Studies Program. Beginning Fall 2009, the Women's Studies Program will no longer exist as it has in the past.
It seems there can be a price placed on people's health - a price too low for comfort. Muncie Mayor Sharon McShurley announced the city intends to lay off 40 of its 109 firefighters because of $3.8 million budget deficit. Despite these layoffs affecting the entire city, the implication this reorganization has on Ball State University can potentially be magnified.
"Historic." This seems to be an oft-used phrase in the seven months since President Obama was elected. We've seen the first African American president, the largest government stimulus package ever and now the first Hispanic nominee to the Supreme Court. Sonia Sotomayor was born and raised in the Bronx, was diagnosed with diabetes as a child, lost her dad when she was nine, graduated summa cum laude from Princeton University and receive her J.
Now more than ever, know where fire exits are and don't let fires get started. That's the advice Muncie Fire Chief Sean Burcham has for students at Ball State University when Muncie lays off 40 of its 109 firefighters in response to a budget crisis. "People should be worried," Burcham said.
On a warm Friday evening, Muncie residents of all kinds came out to enjoy grilled food, cocktails and free music. Downtown, between the Chase bank building and the Blue Bottle, a cozy, laid-back atmosphere came together for Freaky Tikki Friday as the sun dipped below Vera Mae's across the street.
Women's studies students at Ball State University are planning a protest on campus Friday, June 19, in response to the changes taking place within the program.
For incoming freshman, orientation marks the beginning of their college experience. It is a time to find roommates, schedule classes and begin their journey at Ball State University. To help these students along the way is the orientation team, which is made up of Ball State students, including senior Kyle Holster.
One Ball State program is already feeling the effect of expected state budget cuts. Since the departure of Women's Studies Program director Kim Jones Owen nearly three years ago, students and faculty in this academic area have wondered what their fate would be within the university.
A Ball State University telecommunications student won a trip to the finale of American Idol in Los Angeles and a $5,000 cash prize after showcasing his singing skills in the shower. Brendan Nusbaum, along with thousands of other online applicants, entered Garnier Fructis' Sing in the Shower contest earlier in the spring with a pop-inspired rendition of The Romantics hit "What I Like About You.
The offseason for many teams is a time to focus on strength and conditioning, but it is also the time to prepare for next season's schedule. For the women's basketball team, the job of creating the schedule falls under the duties of the director of basketball operations for the team, Kelsey Corbin.
Ian Nielsen started his college career with a blast and his freshman year ended with more fanfare. The Ball State University first baseman was named to the Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American team Wednesday. Nielsen is the 11th Cardinal to be honored by Collegiate Baseball Newspaper, who chooses the team.
Students who are majoring or minoring in women's studies do not know if they will be able to finish their area of study because of a lack of communication from the university. This is the fourth notable time since the beginning of the year the university has failed to communicate, leaving people in the dark.
In this continuing installment of Scene Selection crime does pay. Find out if you should rent or splurge this weekend. Prepare to be captivated either way. Wit, charm and theft. Components of one of the most fun films I have seen: "The Sting." This classic film may not excite the modern audience, but it is an excellent period piece along with some of the best actors ever.
Thursday ArtWorks Exhibit: Hale, Holland, Peters and DelaGardelle Today is the beginning of The ArtWorks Gallery's latest exhibit, featuring local artists' handcrafted work. The opening reception will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Local singer-songwriter Shad Peters will be playing guitar throughout the evening while International Wine hosts a wine tasting during the reception.
Despite the groundbreaking ceremony on May 9, Ball State University's geothermal project hasn't begun its construction phase. The construction happening outside of Noyer Complex is unrelated, according to a campus representative. The weeks following the groundbreaking ceremony were spent receiving bids from contractors for the project.
Browsing through Von's Records rack of vinyl records in Lafayette, Kokomo resident Mae Kingery looks for a good deal. Beside her, two other college students wander and browse through the section, eagerly hoping to find something new. "I like to sit and read the lyrics while listening to the album," she said, flipping past Magnolia Electric Co.
California's Supreme Court upheld Proposition 8, barring any new gay marriages from happening, but deemed legally binding the 18,000 or so that have already occurred. It makes perfect sense. Only in California could something be socially recognized as the basic right of a private citizen, but only for the first 18,000 lucky contestants.
Gov. Mitch Daniels presented his budget proposal for the next two years to the State Budget Committee on Tuesday, including a 3 percent decrease in operating funds to Ball State. Daniels also told the committee he will convene a special session of the legislature on June 11.
