2025 Unity Week Calendar of Events
By Staff Reports / January 20, 2025Ball State hosts its annual Unity Week celebration that aims to challenge perspectives on matters of diversity, inclusivity and solidarity in an evolving social climate.
Ball State hosts its annual Unity Week celebration that aims to challenge perspectives on matters of diversity, inclusivity and solidarity in an evolving social climate.
Construction begins on Isaiah 117 House in Delaware County
A Dec. 10 media advisory from Ball State University confirmed the Indiana Economic Outlook 2025 Forecast Breakfast, which explores economic trends and the Federal Reserve’s influence over a buffet breakfast, is set for Jan. 16.
The event, hosted by the School of Art, brought in a large crowd to Pruis, filling up every seat in the hall. Community members and students of all ages showed up with Garfield shirts, backpacks, books and more.
The center teamed up with the Counseling Center and Greek Life to bring awareness to victim blaming through the event.
Sitting in front of a round table located in the middle of his office, decorated with lush green plants and surrealist decor, Seth Beckman explained why Arts Alive was created and is significant.
In 1965, thousands of people participated in a march from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery. Among those who took on the 54-mile protest was Beatrice “Bea” Moten-Foster.
Ball State community members gathered in the Korsgaard Dance Studio at Ball Gym for “Rainbow Night,” a performance-based event hosted by Alpha Psi Omega (APO).
Community members kicked off the holidays with a colorful glow
“American Pie” singer Don McLean gives a concert at the new Brown Family Amphitheater
Muncie OUTreach, Delaware County’s LGBTQ youth group, organized Muncie Pride for a second year at Canan Commons Park on Saturday. The festival was 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
After having conversations with several community leaders and finding out that Don McLean had an opening on his tour, the mayor of Muncie wanted to bring the “American Pie” singer and songwriter to the city. When he found out that the originally planned venue for the concert, Canan Commons, was already booked with events, he believed that the concert was not going to happen.
Events are planned for the next couple of days throughout Delaware County and Muncie. Yorktown Farmers Marketplace will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Walnut Grove in Morrow’s Meadow. The Marketplace has a multitude of items including food, art and more. The park itself has several playgrounds and trails. Tonne Winery will have Cliff Ritchey performing as a part of their Tonne Winery Music Series. The concert will start at 6 p.m. and will run until 8 p.m. Farmland BBQ and The Food Vault will be there as well for food options. It is encouraged to bring your own lawn chair.
This weekend host a multitude of events around Delaware County. Yorktown Farm and Artisan Market will be today from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. with weather permitting. The summer marketplace is located at Walnut Grove in Morro’s Meadow. Nature Play Days at Minnetrista start today and will run through June 10. This is free to the community where you can explore nature at Minnetrista. Activities include outdoor games, planting herbs and more.
The Brink of Summer Artswalk presented by the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County will be on Thursday, June 1. There will be a wide variety of things to do and buy at the Artswalk. There will be YART or a yard sale for art, this will feature local vendors and makers who price art under $40 at Canan Commons. Art galleries and exhibits can be found featuring local artists and various media at Gordy, Cornerstone, Madjax and other galleries.
David Letterman visited Ball State University’s campus May 1 to present “Clear Reception,” a student-produced documentary about the Glick Center for Glass.
Ball State University hosted its annual “Take Back The Night” event April 26, taking part in a protest spanning decades to advocate for survivors of domestic violence, rape and other forms of sexual assault, led by Alpha Chi Omega, Fraternity & Sorority Life and the Center for Survivor Support.
David Arquette, best known for his role as Dewey in the 'Scream' film franchise, is scheduled to speak April 10 at 7 p.m. in Pruis Hall as part of the David Letterman Distinguished Speaker Series. Arquette shared his personal transformation he's experienced during his life in the entertainment business.
Nearly 100 people, such as those in the trans community, as well as allies and supporters including political figures such as State Representative Sue Errington, gathered at the courthouse in downtown Muncie at 5 p.m. March 31 for a rally to bring attention to International Transgender Day of Visibility.
In 2022, for the first time, Ball State University’s Equinox Music Festival took place on the Botsford/Swinford Patio. After its success, the festival is back for round two, March 25 from Noon to 9 p.m.
