We trace many of our Halloween traditions to ancient pre-Christian-era Celtic celebrations, but this year will be much different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Check out these historical items, parenting tips, and random thoughts and observations about the holiday season from Ball State faculty. Halloween Traditions Date Back Centuries Fred Suppe, a history professor, points out […]
Ball State urban planning students are working with Muncie’s Industry Neighborhood to craft a plan that could help that community advocate for change.
Sometimes in life, as in math, two negatives make a positive. At least, that was the opportunity Ball State alumna Amanda DeLotelle (above, center) saw in Dayton, Ohio this year. The COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing recession resulted in an increased demand for meals to help the growing number of people experiencing a hard time. […]
Ball State University is a leader in campus sustainability, with numerous programs and initiatives that help reduce the University’s environmental impact.
Ball State is always improving its campus and facilities, even in the Summer of 2020, with six construction sites and two demolitions.
A Ball State mentoring program called REACH is helping students of color and first-generation students adapt to college life. The result is better retention rates and GPAs.
Cover your face, save lives. Health educator says the move by individual states to mandate wearing masks in public will save countless lives.
Recent grads and current students are posting weekly bassoon ensemble performances to raise funds to help feed the hungry.
A new text-based messaging system will bring health information to Burmese refugees living in Indianapolis.
Through the Well Connected immersive learning project, College of Health students created a passport-like booklet that encourages Muncie residents to explore their area.
