ECI Events

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled movie night featuring "The Garfield Movie" (PG)! Enjoy the antics of everyone’s favorite cat, Garfield, in this family-friendly film. Best of all, it comes with free popcorn! A perfect way to relax and enjoy a movie night together.

Don’t miss the action as Ball State Men's Volleyball takes on Loyola University in an exciting NCAA matchup! Watch as the Cardinals go head-to-head with the Ramblers in a high-energy game filled with powerful plays and intense competition.

Come out and support the Ball State Women's Basketball team as they face off against the Ohio University Bobcats on Senior Night! This special game honors the senior players for their dedication and hard work throughout their careers. It's sure to be an emotional and exciting evening as the Cardinals aim to finish strong in their final home game of the season.

Get ready for an action-packed baseball game as the Ball State Cardinals take on the Western Michigan Broncos! Come out and enjoy an exciting matchup full of fast pitches, powerful hits, and incredible plays. Don’t miss the chance to cheer on the Cardinals as they aim for a big win on their home field.

Join for the annual Ladies Night Out! Shop, Sip, Socialize, it's a night out with a Shopping Twist!!

This event is hosted by Dillman's Furniture & Mattress. Mark your calendar, grab your girlfriends, and join for a night out full of fun!! Snacks and drinks will be provided while you shop over 20 locally owned businesses! Plus, surprise giveaways will be announced throughout the evening!

Happy MAR10 Day! Celebrate with Mario and all of his friends and nemeses! Come dressed as your favorite character from the Mushroom Kingdom, and enjoy a variety of activities commemorating Mario Day! 

Come out and cheer on the Ball State Softball team as they face off against Purdue Fort Wayne in an exciting matchup! Watch as the Cardinals bring their best game to the field with strong pitching, powerful hits, and solid defense. It’s sure to be an action-packed game you won’t want to miss!

Catch the excitement as the Ball State Cardinals face off against Purdue Fort Wayne in an action-packed baseball game! Watch as the Cardinals bring their best to the diamond, with intense plays and fast-paced action throughout the game. Don’t miss this thrilling matchup as Ball State aims for another victory!

The show is juried by a professional artist from outside Ball State, resulting in an exhibition that includes a broad range of artworks, media, and styles. This annual event is a great opportunity to see the exciting art produced by the students in the School of Art, and a must-see event for anyone who appreciates contemporary art.

Join for an exciting baseball showdown as the Ball State Cardinals take on the Toledo Rockets! Watch the Cardinals swing for the fences, make incredible plays, and battle for a crucial victory in this thrilling matchup. It’s going to be a game full of action, so don’t miss out!

Gather for a family-style meal shared among family and friends, where comforting dishes, good conversation, and quality time come together. Enjoy unlimited access to the buffet, complete with complimentary coffee, tea, and lemonade. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and create memories

Cardinal Chorus is a tenor/bass ensemble open to students of all disciplines who enjoy sharing camaraderie through music and excellence in live performance. The University Choral Union (UCU) is the perfect choir for the casual singer or busy non-music major. UCU is a large and lively mixed choir that meets once each week.

Have memories you want to preserve—for yourself, your family, or even for publication? Whether you’ve already started a memoir or are just beginning to explore your story, this class is for you!

In this engaging three-session workshop, you’ll craft vivid vignettes in either prose or poetry—the choice is yours. With guided prompts designed to spark creativity and help you "capture your life," you'll bring your memories to the page while connecting with fellow writers. Share ideas, ask questions, and gain fresh inspiration as you shape your personal narrative. Perfect for both beginners and experienced writers, this class will keep your memoir writing on track and infused with new energy.

This event celebrates treble voices raised in song, featuring Ball State’s Vox Anima, under the direction of Dr. Kerry Glann, and guest choirs Vola Voce from Anderson University, conducted by Dr. Sally Kelley, and White River Sound, a women’s barbershop chorus from Indianapolis led by Debbie Thistle. Vox Anima is a treble-voice ensemble (sopranos or altos) open to students of all disciplines who enjoy sharing camaraderie through music and achieving excellence in performance.

Don’t miss out on an exciting baseball matchup as the Ball State Cardinals take on the Butler Bulldogs! Watch as the Cardinals bring their best to the field with high-energy plays, powerful hits, and tight defense. It’s sure to be an action-packed game you won’t want to miss!

Based in Las Vegas, Justin Favela creates large-scale installations and sculptures reflecting American pop culture and the Latinx experience. His work has been exhibited internationally and across the U.S., including at the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis and El Museo del Barrio. Favela, a 2021 Joan Mitchell Foundation Fellow, is currently the artist in residence at the Kohler Arts and Industry program. This event is made possible by the College of Fine Arts and the Arts Alive program.

Join for a delightful event featuring Linda Burkhardt, who will share how needlepoint has evolved over the years. Afterward, you can enjoy an elegant afternoon tea complete with some of our favorite finger sandwiches and cookies! You'll also have the opportunity to admire needlepoint creations crafted by Linda Burkhardt’s students. Hats are optional!

Yoga is for EveryBody is not just a class—it’s a celebration of unity and mindfulness. Vinyasa yoga, known for its creative sequences that link breath with movement, offers a flowing and dynamic practice that adapts to the needs of each individual. Whether you’re new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, this class is a perfect opportunity to connect with your body, mind, and spirit in a supportive and welcoming environment. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat (or beach towel), wear comfortable clothing, and come with an open heart.

Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of space, and discover the perils that lurk there as we subject Chad, a test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him.

Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality.

Groove: Interlocking Cultures Through Movement is an electrifying dance production that explores the powerful intersection of West African traditional dance and hip hop. Through this fusion, the show delves into how these two distinct dance forms rooted in rich cultural histories interact, influence, and inspire one another. Audiences will witness the rhythmic synergy and shared energy between the ancient and the modern, as dancers embody the pulse of tradition alongside the innovation of urban street dance. Groove will be a celebration of cultural exchange, unity, and the universal language of kinesthetic movement.

Join for an exciting Kids Weekend as the Ball State Cardinals take on the Toledo Rockets in an action-packed softball game! It’s the perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a fun day at the ballpark, with thrilling plays and an electric atmosphere. The Cardinals will be bringing their best to the diamond, with powerful hits and sharp defense!

The Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Program to include Songs of Travel and Old American Songs.

Come From Away is an award winning Broadway Musical based on the real events from the town of Gander, Newfoundland, directly following the September 11 attacks. Tickets for students can be purchased on March 3.

Join for an exciting baseball game as the Ball State Cardinals take on the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles! Watch the Cardinals compete in a high-energy showdown full of big hits, stellar defense, and thrilling moments. It’s going to be a game you won’t want to miss!

Political, technological, academic, and economic shifts since the 1970’s have changed the gallery model that most artists, established and emerging, function within. These changes require diverse approaches to a career in the arts that may look different than the romantic picture painted by media. Successful artist studios are small businesses that manage inventory, marketing, and HR. Through the lens of his own praxes, Artist / Educator / Administrator / Curator Michael Endo, will discuss the multiple and diverse practices and skills that are often necessary to create a stable career in the arts.

Ann guides artists in crafting a truly unique world of creative expression. In her two-day watercolor workshop, participants will explore a blend of drawing, painting, stamp-making, printing, and collage to create imaginative and refined portraits. These artworks not only showcase artistic finesse but also reflect personal growth, leaving a lasting impression long after the workshop concludes. Open to all skill levels.

Every month, the Rinker Center for Global Affairs (RCGA) hosts an International Hangout, where students come together to chat, eat, play games, and learn about countries all over the world. For March the county featured is Zimbabwe!

Join for an exciting night of volleyball as Ball State Men's Volleyball faces off against Quincy University! It’s Alumni Night, so the celebrating former Cardinals alongside current players in this thrilling NCAA matchup. Expect high-energy action, intense rallies, and an electric atmosphere as the Cardinals battle the Hawks for the win.

Cobweb is not having a good time as part of Titania's train. She dreams of a life where she plays pranks all day long and doesn't have to be a stuffy, stuck-up fairy in waiting. If only it was a simple as crossing the brook to be part of Oberon’s train! But life in the woods is not simple. The King and Queen fight tooth and nail, Cobweb fights to make her dreams come true, and her friends fight to keep her from being turned into a toadstool. A mortal with a donkey head has wandered into the grove and the flower fairies blame Cobweb. Oh will this midsummer night never end?

Celebrate Senior Night as Ball State Men's Volleyball takes on McKendree University in an exciting NCAA matchup! This is a special night to honor the senior players for their hard work and dedication to the team. Join for an action-packed game full of intense plays and high-energy moments as the Cardinals face the Bearcats in their final home game of the season

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the culture, life, and history of different countries? This is your chance! During our Culture Exchange events, the Rinker Center for Global Affairs (RCGA) invites guest speakers from all over the world to share an inside look into their country!

Gone are the days of your grandmother's needlepointing—today's needlepointing experience is vibrant, dynamic, and entirely customizable. In each class you can create a one-of-a-kind needlepointed piece by selecting your own thread colors. The stitch guide that accompanies the project allows you to even choose the stitches you want to use to complete the project. Open to all skill levels. 

Celebrate 61 fabulous years with the Ball State University Singers! You won’t want to miss this gold-studded, toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and hand-clapping two-hour extravaganza!

R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Students can claim their free ticket starting March 19.

Calling all pro chefs, amateur chefs, and anyone who can’t cook but wants to learn how to make a delicious international dish! The Rinker Center for Global Affairs (RCGA) is hosting a cooking night, where you can learn to make Indian Chana and Bindhi Masala.

Step inside to explore a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, fresh meats, artisanal treats, and more! It's the perfect opportunity to connect with local vendors and discover the unique offerings of our community.

SNAP, WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) are accepted at participating vendors, making it easy for everyone to enjoy local treasures. Don’t miss out on this delightful experience!

Experience the electrifying theatrics of Alice Cooper, the pioneer of shock-rock. Touring worldwide, he continues to captivate audiences with dark and horror-themed shows featuring guillotines, electric chairs, and boa constrictors. With his latest solo album, Road, Cooper's music and legendary stage presence will leave you spellbound. Enjoy classics like "School's Out," "Poison," and "No More Mr. Nice Guy" as you witness the master of shock-rock in action.

Breaking the boundaries of what is deemed traditional Indigenous art, Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass examines how Native artists reinterpret cultural narratives and designs. The two-pronged exhibition focuses on how Native artists have melded ancestral ways with new methods and materials, while also examining the historical narrative of how glass art came to Indian Country from a historical perspective. Visitors will be wowed by over 100 glass art objects created by contemporary Native American and Indigenous Pacific-Rim artists.