University starts renovations

As part of a long-range plan to expand east, Ball State University has started renovating the former Edmund and Virginia Ball home for academic use. Located on Riverside Avenue next to the Music Instructional Building, the Edmund and Virginia Ball home will become the headquarters for the university's Honors College.



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Dining creates blog for students

Students can find information regarding Dining Services' contests, special meals and photographs via a blog that was launched in mid-August. Lucas Miller, manger of menu development, created the blog in response to limitations presented by the redesign of Ball State University's Web site.


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BASEBALL: BSU pitcher suspended after arrest

A pitcher on the Ball State University baseball team was suspended after a police officer would not "give him a break." According to the Ball State University police, Seth Lawrence Hobbs, 20, of Marseilles, Ill., was arrested at about 12:45 a.m. Saturday on suspicion of public intoxication and minor in possession of alcohol.


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OUR VIEW: Food for thought

Complaints of burnt pizza, cold pasta and long lines are as old of a tradition for Ball State University as rubbing Frog Baby's nose before a final exam. During an age where you can find blogs covering topics from the War in Iraq to Paris Hilton, Ball State University Dining has begun to use the technology to hear about and prevent dining disasters.


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MEN'S BASKETBALL: A Newell Standard

Anthony Newell heard his named announced in Worthen Arena and rose to his feet as applause from the crowd blanketed him in approval. It's a scene Newell has become accustomed to during his past four years with Ball State's men's basketball team, but this occasion was significantly different.



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Center changes

Students returning to Ball State University this week will notice changes in and around the L.A. Pittenger Student Center. A construction fence will be going up around the main entrance to the building this week as construction continues on the building. Bruce Morgan, director of the Student Center and Programs, said the construction started a month ago and would be done in two phases.


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Ball State to offer shuttle service to Indianapolis airport

In collaboration with the Indianapolis International Airport, Ball State University will offer students, faculty and staff a ride on the campus shuttle to the airport. Layne Cameron, associate director of University Communications, said those interested in the service must make reservations 72 hours in advance of the desired departure time.


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Campus Alliance slate works through summer

The summer was a busy time for Campus Alliance slate members as they began working on their platform items for the school year. Although Frank Hood, Ball State University Student Government Association president, interned for a lobbying firm in Washington, D.


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Instructor seeks to connect commuters

With gas prices hovering around $4 a gallon this summer, many drivers are seeking ways to save money while commuting.-áBall State University instructor Pam Stigall has been searching for others to carpool from her home near New Castle to Muncie since last year.



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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Coach joins personal and professional life

For almost 18 years Kelly Packard, Ball State's recently hired women's basketball coach, has lived in the balance of two families. In one, her role has been that of a wife to her husband Rich Packard and a mother to her sons, Derek Packard, 13, and Evan Packard, 9.


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FOOTBALL: Rivals vie to become league's premier player

Judging from the reaction Nate Davis and Dan LeFevour received at the Mid-American Conference Media Day, there's little doubt the quarterback duo has separated themselves from other quality players in the league. Throughout the 90-minute time slot designated for coaches and players in the West Division to speak with newspaper reporters, the two MAC quarterbacks continuously answered questions regarding a bevy of issues.


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Indiana election picks up speed

Indiana voters will have a lot to consider when deciding who to vote for in the state's gubernatorial election in November. Incumbent Republican governor Mitch Daniels is going up against Democratic challenger Jill Long Thompson, and both campaigns are working to prove to the public that their candidate is the best choice for the state.


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Discount stores offer useful deals for students

For Ball State University students returning to campus, this is the time to see old friends and move into new apartments, houses and dorms. While settling into their new apartments, students might realize there is just something missing. Often they know what it is, and sometimes they won't.



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Changes in place for greek life

This fall Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity will return to campus, and some changes to the old recruitment process will change the face of the greek community. There also is hope of a greek village to help Ball State University compete with other college campuses across the United States.


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MEN'S GOLF: Ball State hopes hard work reaps rewards

Even though Ball State's men's golf team is not required to participate in tournaments over summer vacation, Cardinals teammates were working hard to prepare for the fall season. After a disappointing spring season, head coach Mike Fleck said he expects a more experienced lineup to help his team rebound and have a successful 2008-09 season.


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Election '08

Earlier this year Indiana became the center of attention during the 2008 presidential primaries, and it appears the national attention -¡will continue through the election on Nov. 4, Joseph Losco, Ball State University political science department chairman, said.


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Theta Chi wins national award

The work Ball State University's Theta Chi fraternity did Spring Semester to improve itself paid off, allowing the house to win a chapter excellence award. Theta Chi President Brandon Steinbrook said he was excited to receive the award especially because this was the first time the house has won since it was first presented in 1985.


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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL: Program looks to rebound from last year

A new season brings a fresh start and an opportunity for Ball State's women's volleyball team to move toward improvement. Last season was one for the record books but not for the reasons coach Dave Boos might have preferred. The Cardinals finished 5-25, setting the program's loss record and lowest win total.


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SOCCER: Cardinals strive for MAC Tournament title

Although the Ball State soccer team has won the past two Mid-American Conference regular-season championships, it's still looking for its first appearance in the NCAA tournament. Entering this season under first-year coach Michael Lovett, taking the next step and making the NCAA tournament is one of the Cardinals' main goals.


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FOOTBALL: Chippewas search for third straight title

After cruising to victories in the past two Mid-American Conference championship games, those within Central Michigan's football program aren't accustomed to tough competition from league opponents. A third parade lap in 2008 might be more difficult for the Chippewas, however.






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