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Sophomore opposite hitter Ryan Bartz spikes the ball against Trine University Jan. 16 at Worthen Arena. Bartz scored 21 points in the game. Mya Cataline, DN

Ball State sweeps Trine ahead of demanding weekend slate

Ball State’s win over Trine marked its sixth sweep of the season, and it was among its most dominating performances of the young campaign. The red and white never trailed the Thunder through the first and second sets, and they outscored the visitors by 20 points.



BRENDEN ROWAN, DN ILLUSTRATION

4 films that pass the Bechdel Test and 4 that don’t

There are many ways the general public can review the overall reaction of a movie: Rotten Tomatoes, IMBd, news publications, etc. People have also developed tests that can be applied to movies to measure the level of inclusivity. One example of these tests is the Bechdel Test.


Ball State Women's Tennis huddles together during a timeout against Notre Dame in the first round of the NCAA Tournament May 5. The Cardinals would go on to lose the match. Ball State Athletics, photo courtesy

Cardinals get swept in the first match of their season

Kirtane cited that his team was unsure of themselves, but that getting the opportunity to play a team like the Boilermakers has more positives than negatives. He reiterated that his goals for the team are to progress and make as much improvement as possible before conference play begins. 



Walking down the streets of Ball State University's campus, several Ball State students recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day by participating in a march in honor of King's legacy and racial equality Jan. 16. The "MLK March" was the second event of 2023's Unity Week. Zach Gonzalez, DN

2024 Unity Week Calender of Events

Unity Week aims to challenge perspectives on matters of diversity, inclusivity, and solidarity in an evolving social climate. Unity Week 2024 marks the 44th annual Unity Week celebration at Ball State University.


Junior Nylas Hampton drives down court while surrounded by defense Jan. 13 against Bowling Green at Worthen Arena. Hampton played 32 minutes. Andrew Berger, DN

Ball State women's basketball defeats Bowling Green in physical battle

The last meeting saw the Falcons come on top in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) tournament, today the Cardinals defeated Bowling Green 76-61. Junior Madelyn Bischoff said there is a bit of a rivalry between the two teams, and the loss in the MAC tournament last year was in the back of her mind today.