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2 arrested after stabbing at Indiana University

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Two Indiana University students were charged Sunday morning in connection with a stabbing that injured another student at a campus apartment building, school officials said. University police arrested 18-year-old Zesen Shen and 21-year-old Kaiyu Lao, IU spokesman Mark Land said in a news release.

Stabbing victim talks about robbery, injury

The student who was stabbed in the upper arm during an attempted robbery at about 11:30 p.m. Saturday came forward to discuss his injuries and try to keep campus safe.

WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL: Ball State knocks off Miami 3-1

Varied is one word that could be used to describe Ball State’s offense against Miami University. Another would be inconsistent. Four Cardinals finished with at least 12 kills against the RedHawks in a 3-1 win over the visitors. Lauren Grant and Mindy Marx led the way with 16 kills each, although none of them came easy as it took them 62 attack attempts to get there.

STRANGE INDIANA: A close look at two of the area’s top haunted attractions

Alex Kincaid is a freshman journalism major and writes ‘Strange Indiana’ for the Daily News. His views do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper or Unified Student Media.

FIELD HOCKEY: Victory keeps Ball State playoff hopes alive as Cardinals beat the Bobcats 1-0

Ball State scored in the 59th minute to beat Ohio University 1-0 and earned its first Mid-American Conference win since 2011. Today, the Cardinals won its sixth game this season at the expense of the Bobcats for the fourth and final spot in the MAC tournament. “We have been working hard for a long time, and to finally see the reward of all of our hard work means a lot,” Ball State head coach Beth Maddox said about snapping its six-match losing streak. Ball State earned 11 penalties and four player cards in the game.

WOMEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING: Ball State falls to Ohio University in first meet

The Ball State women’s swimming and diving team opened its 2013-14 season with a loss to Ohio University, 162-138 at the Lewellen Aquatic Center.

FOOTBALL: Ball State defense continues to limit scores in 42-24 win over University of Akron

As he faced pressure deep in his own territory, Ball State senior quarterback Keith Wenning was about to leave his defense in a high-pressure situation of its own.

Gora leaving will be loss for university, faculty says

The best replacement for Jo Ann Gora would be a clone of Gora, said Jim Lowe, director of engineering and construction operations. “You want that person that’s in that leadership role,” he said.

FOOTBALL: Ball State leans on Edwards in 42-24 Mid-American Conference win over Akron

Jahwan Edwards has been relied upon a lot this season. The junior running back’s team-leading 127 carries for 659 yards and 12 touchdowns are evidence of that.

Community leaders talk experiences with Gora prior to retirement announcement

Community leaders were surprised to hear that Ball State President Jo Ann Gora announced her plans to retire in June 2014.

Students react to Gora's plans to retire

Students take to Twitter to discuss Ball State President Jo Ann Gora’s plans to retire.

Jo Ann Gora announces her retirement in June 2014

Ball State President Jo Ann Gora, one of the university’s most prolific presidents announced plans today to retire next summer.

Follow along, play by play, as Ball State plays Akron

'Frankenstein' brought to life in Strother Theater

The lights are dim and the faint sound of a thunderstorm fills Strother Theatre. Sailors, bundled in jackets, furry gloves and knitted scarves, sway with the current while shivering.

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL: Offense falters after team suffers injuries

After freshman outside hitter Mackenzie Kitchel left the game early, both teams traded points until Ball State took a 14-12 lead, forcing a Bowling Green State University timeout.

FOOTBALL: Bigger receivers pose challenge for Ball State secondary

Playing big is a cliché, but Ball State’s secondary may have to do just that tomorrow against the University of Akron. The Zips’ top three receivers are all six feet tall or taller. Senior Jerrod Dillard, who is 6-foot-5, has 18 catches for 235 yards and a touchdown.

WCRD celebrates 25th anniversary by launching mobile app

Ball State’s campus radio station celebrated its 25th year of broadcasting by launching a new mobile app and free food today. WCRD began broadcasting in 1988 as an AM station with the support of Ball State alumnus David Letterman and Ball State professor emeritus Darrell Wible.

7.3-magnitude quake rocks Japan

TOKYO (AP) — An earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck Saturday morning off Japan’s east coast, the U.S.

Ball State Haunted Ball returns with masquerade

The Haunted Ball will spook up the campus with a new theme this year, a masquerade. Masked students are invited from 9 tonight until midnight to the L.A.