The United Way of Delaware County raised more than $150,000 last year. This year, Ball State employees are working to raise more. PHOTO COURTESY OF BALL STATE
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Employee fundraising drive underway

After raising more than $150,000 for the United Way of Delaware County last year, Ball State employees are working to beat that number this year. 


The Charles W. Brown Planetarium put on their second Halloween show, which talked about the astronomical importance of the holiday. The planetarium hosts shows most Friday and Saturday nights. DN PHOTO SABRINA CHILDERS
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Planetarium puts on feature Halloween show

This time of year, there won't be a typical astronomy show at the Charles W. Brown Planetarium. Instead, viewers can dive into the history of Halloween and how it was first recognized by the direction of the stars 2,500 years ago.



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What do students think of Family Weekend?

An influx of families is expected on campus for Ball State’s Family Weekend starting Oct. 23. Every fall the university invites students, faculty, staff and their families to campus for a weekend of festivities that include Halloween astronomy, Rock and Bowl, a 5K run/walk, a football game, a golf outing and much more.  But what do students think of Family Weekend? 




DN PHOTO BREANNA DAUGHERTY
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Family Weekend off the beaten path

Family Weekend is a good excuse to break out of your regular campus routine and show Mom and Pop the beauty of Ball State. Besides, do you really want to show your parents how much Netflix you've been watching while eating Taco Bell? 


Red Cross Cardinals is the Ball State chapter of the American Red Cross. The group works to bridge to gap between campus and the community, and host community outreach programs. PHOTO PROVIDED BY DANIELLE FRANKO
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Red Cross Cardinals work to connect Ball State, Muncie through outreach programs

A new group on campus, a subunit of the local Red Cross chapter, is one of the first of its kind according to its president. The Red Cross Cardinals (RCC) is working to connect students with the community through activities and programs. Founder and President Marina Carini, a senior health science major, formed the group after volunteering with the Muncie Red Cross.