Meghan Sawitzke

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SOCCER

Lindsey Blom’s instruction makes an impact on Ball State Alumni

By Meghan Sawitzke / October 26, 2023

Blom's experience overcoming adversity helps her empathize with student athletes she has mentored during her 15-year career at Ball State University. Blom has worked as a faculty athletic representative, chairperson for Ball State’s School of Kinesiology, and professor of sport and exercise psychology, but was just named associate athletic director for championship performance.

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Bulldogs halt Ball State's momentum with 4-0 victory

By Meghan Sawitzke / September 14, 2023

Ball State defeated Austin Peay Sept. 10 to snap a previous four-game losing streak, but now the Cardinals find themselves back on the losing side with a 4-0 shutout against Butler.

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SOCCER

The Ramblers celebrate more than a win

By Meghan Sawitzke / September 3, 2023

The Ramblers celebrate their very first 2-1 win against Ball State Cardinals after four years, but the real goal was to spread awareness. 

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Ball State takes the win during their home opener against Mercyhurst

By Meghan Sawitzke / August 17, 2023

Senior midfielder, Avery Fenchel, took on the first three goals as she stepped out on the field after recovering from last season's ankle injury. “Everyone contributed today,” Fenchel said. Sophomore midfielder, Tori Monaco, assisted two of Fenchel’s goals. Monaco listens to rap artists, Jay Cole and Trippy Red continuously the hour prior to the game to help set her focus and mindset while doing some visualization.  

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Cardinals tie Wildcats in spring competition at home

By Meghan Sawitzke / April 2, 2023

Ball State soccer was back in spring action at home with a 1-1 draw in a spring match against Indiana Wesleyan Wildcats April 1.

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SCHOOL OF ART

Ball State University students respond in protests after School of Art announces stacked classes are no longer

By Meghan Sawitzke , Olivia Ground and Andy Hopkins / March 30, 2023

March 27, interim director of the Ball State University School of Art Max Shangle announces to students that stacked classes are no longer offered. In the days since, students have been pressing the school for more answers.

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GUN VIOLENCE

Guns Drawn in Spite of Tragedy: society falls into complacency until it happens again

By Meghan Sawitzke / February 6, 2023

Alyssa’s story is one of so many stories we increasingly hear. They shock and enrage us for a time, and then we fall into complacency without making change. Then, another shooting, and another and another — still no major change. Our government refuses to take action, so we must.

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DESHAUN WATSON

Power, wealth and athleticism in the NFL leads to unjust privileges

By Meghan Sawitzke / December 4, 2022

I used to be a die-hard Cleveland Browns fan, but it all changed when Deshaun Watson was traded, bringing the NFL’s history back to the surface. I wanted them to do well and maintain good standards for the sake of the city's reputation, but I can no longer support a business or team that dismisses abuse towards women.

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SOCCER

Ball State soccer falls to Buffalo in MAC Championship

By Meghan Sawitzke / November 7, 2022

Head coach Josh Rife led Ball State soaring into the MAC championship game for just the third time in program history, but the winning streak came to an end against No. 1 seed Buffalo.

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Ball State soccer wins in penalty shootout, advances to MAC Championship

By Meghan Sawitzke / November 4, 2022

The Cardinals celebrate with chocolate milk and music on their bus ride back to the hotel. While enjoying their post-game drink the Cardinals sang out Mood by 24kGoldn, a song that Ball State soccer has had in their minds for almost two years.