SCOTT: The NFL's new Pro Bowl format will not be popular

By Calvin Scott / November 16, 2022

January is when all the magic happens and, amid all the NFL playoff games that have me on the edge of my seat filled with suspense and pandemonium, I can sit back, relax and take in a breather with the NFL Pro Bowl. The All-Star Game of the NFL is an amusing occasion that truly allows me to see my favorite players in the league and enjoy them all coming together to create a super team going up against another super team.

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FOOTBALL

Ball State football needs a balanced offense if bowl eligibility is on the horizon

By Daniel Kehn / November 16, 2022

For the second straight season, it all comes down to the final regular season game. Ball State football is still searching for a sixth win and bowl eligibility after falling to Ohio 32-18 Nov. 15. 

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FOOTBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State football's loss on senior night

By Calvin Scott / November 16, 2022

Ball State football lost its sixth game of the season against Ohio University on senior night, falling 32-18 to the Bobcats who currently sit atop the Mid-American Conference (MAC) East Division. Here are three takeaways from the weeknight game.

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TRUMP

Trump formally announces 2024 presidential campaign at Mar-a-Lago

By Associated Press / November 15, 2022

Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he will mount a third White House campaign, launching an early start to the 2024 contest. The announcement comes just a week after an underwhelming midterm showing for Republicans and will force the party to decide whether to embrace a candidate whose refusal to accept defeat in 2020 pushed American democracy to the brink.

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Strikes put Ukraine in darkness; missiles cross into Poland

By Associated Press / November 15, 2022

Russia pounded Ukraine’s energy facilities Tuesday with its biggest barrage of missiles yet, striking targets across the country and causing widespread blackouts, and a U.S. official said missiles crossed into NATO member Poland, where two people were killed.

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TRAUMA/RECOVERY

Grace Horizon aims to help people who have been through trauma

By Bella Bonilla / November 15, 2022

Grace Horizon is an organization located in Anderson, Indiana, whose mission is to help people who have been through violence, exploitation, sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. Ball State, like Grace Horizons, has resources and people wanting to help.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Ball State Women's Basketball win their home opener on 'Field Trip Day'

By Kyle Smedley / November 14, 2022

Ball State Women's Basketball (1-1) defeated Indiana University East (0-7) 105-51 in their home opener in front of a reported 4,067 people on "Field Trip Day". Ball State returns to action Nov. 17 against Butler University (1-1) in Muncie, Ind., at Worthen Arena at 6:30 p.m. 

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LIFESTYLES

For group projects of any size and complexity, consider this five-step method

By Miguel Naranjo / November 14, 2022

Group projects are historically feared by star students and C students alike, but there's no need to be afraid. A little planning can go a long way, as this five-step method will teach you.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State Women's Basketball's victory over Indiana University East

By Elijah Poe / November 14, 2022

Ball State Cardinals Women’s Basketball hosted the Indiana University East Red Wolves (0-7) Monday in their home opener. The Cardinals won 105-51, improving their record to 1-1 on the season. 

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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

Where the Rainbow Doesn’t Reach: LGBTQ+ community needs to work on acceptance

By Evan Chandler / November 14, 2022

I want to be clear. I love this community, and I would never want to come off as if I were bashing it, but there are real issues facing us, and if we continue to uphold power structures that are similar to those we are attempting to free ourselves from, we will never get further in our fight. 

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STAFF RETIREMENT

Ball State Honors College Dean John Emert is set to retire in 2023

By Emma Matlock / November 13, 2022

John Emert is retiring from his position as dean of the honors college May 31, 2023. Emert has been with Ball State since 1989, creating a long-lasting legacy as an educator and mentor for students, staff and faculty.  

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WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL

Ball State splits weekend series with Ohio, clinches MAC Tournament spot

By Corbin Hubert / November 12, 2022

“We realized what was still in our control and we’re definitely still in a position to win the league and host and be in that first-place spot,” head coach Kelli Miller Phillips said. “It is a huge part of our goals and we want to be continuing to rise to them by the end of the year but it feels good to be one step closer.”

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MEN'S BASKETBALL

Three takeaways from Ball State men's basketball's first loss of the season

By Derran Cobb / November 12, 2022

In Ball State’s (1-1, 0-0 MAC) first game on the road this season, they fell short to Indiana State (2-0, 0-0 MVC) 83-71. The Sycamores jumped out to an early lead which, despite a good second half, the Cardinals could not recover from.

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JAQUAN AMOS' JOURNEY

The third destination: Jaquan Amos' journey to Ball State football

By Calvin Scott / November 12, 2022

For the average person, five years may seem like the blink of an eye. To graduate student safety Jaquan Amos, it has molded him into the man he is today. Ball State is Amos’ third destination in the last five years for his college career. Before making his way to Muncie, he spent a year in Ames, Iowa, with the Iowa State Cyclones, shortly after playing three years in his hometown of Philadelphia with the Villanova Wildcats.

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SPORTS NUTRITION

A look into the world of dietetics and nutrition for Ball State athletes

By Lila Fierek / November 11, 2022

Matt Corn interns with the Ball State Athletics Department and manages the fuel station at Worthen Arena. The fuel station, a dedicated space that supplies food and tips for athletes, is adjacent to the gym, so students can easily get nutrition help and refuel after their workout. Corn provides Gatorade, chocolate milk, protein bars, fruit and other foods designed to help them recharge. 

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LIFESTYLES

Ball State School of Theatre and Dance show off creativity with their take on Into The Woods

By Olivia Ground / November 10, 2022

“It’s all the stories that we know and love and the childhood fairy tales that we grew up with … and so, kind of seeing them in a new way is really exciting,” said Payten Romig, third-year student assistant director of "Into the Woods." The unique direction of BSU School of Theatre and Dance's latest production tells an old story to a new generation with renewed depth.

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LIFESTYLES

The Best Ways to Get Around Ball State’s Campus

By Imani Butts / November 10, 2022

Need a vehicle to traverse campus but don't know where to start looking? Here are a couple of things to think about when picking out what to buy.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Curls & Convo hosted by Ball State’s Let’s Talk About It was held at the Whitinger Business Building

By Jayda Mann / November 10, 2022

The student organization Let’s Talk About It (LTA) partnered with the Men and Women of Color (MWOC) and Black Women’s Voices (BWV) to host “Curls & Convo” at the Whitinger Business Building at 5-7 p.m. on Nov. 9. 

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UNIVERSITY DINING

Starship Technologies partner with Ball State University Dining, launching an automatic food delivery service for students

By Kyle Smedley and Ashton Connelly / November 10, 2022

Ball State University Dining and Starship Technologies have launched a partnership. As of now, the Starship robots are operating out of North Dining, The Atrium, Woodworth Dining and the Student Center Tally. 

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

Ball State University SGA and the HPA are partnering for a safe sex event Nov. 16

By Elijah Poe / November 9, 2022

The Ball State University Student Government Association (SGA) and Ball State Health Promotion and Advocacy (HPA) are sponsoring “Safer Sex, It’s Condom Sense” Nov. 16 from 6-8 p.m in the Ball State multicultural center’s multipurpose room