Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originating following the Civil War, Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971, according to History.com. For many, Memorial Day also unofficially marks the beginning of summer. Here are some events for those wishing to observe the holiday.
A band made up of mostly Ball State alumni is returning to Muncie to celebrate the release of its first vinyl album.
A 2013 Ball State graduate with a lifelong interest in racing has a role in this year’s historic Indianapolis 500.
Betsy Scherschel didn’t know she would ever join a sailing club when she took her first lesson at Colgate’s Offshore Sailing School during her 20s.
Today's Birthday (05/25/16). Transform your home this year. Renovate, relocate or welcome someone new to the family. You could fall in love again.
This month has seen some changes and advances in technology. Aside from the commonly talked about Instagram redesign, some major companies have announced their efforts to offer more to subscribers. This month, it’s all about television and videos.
Without having a ton of class readings to complete, summer is the perfect time to do some just-for-fun reading. Satisfy your book cravings by adding these new and upcoming releases to your summer reading list.
Most students have put away the books and headed back home for the summer, but not all of them. Whether it’s to continue working in the area or to take summer classes, there are many students who have stayed in Muncie for the summer break. So, what’s it like staying in the area once the spring semester is over?
Nine filmmakers will feature their work this weekend to celebrate Indiana's bicentennial, showing different facets of Indiana history.
Today's Birthday (05/18/16). Prioritize sweet time with family and friends this year. Steadily grow your nest egg. It's all about passion.
Two recent Ball State alumni are currently moving around the country to find work in acting.
Without classes and homework to hold you back, summer is the perfect time to pack up the car and go on a road trip with friends. Stumped on where to go? Try one of these places.
With all the concerts and fun things to do over the summer, it can be challenging to come up with the money to do everything you want to.
Summer is the prime time for concerts to hit Indiana. Here's a list of some key shows this season.
The end of school means a new line-up of events and activities in Muncie. Here’s a list of what you can do this summer.
Today's Birthday (05/11/16). Let your heart lead you this year. Family, children and romance take priority. Nurture your garden for a fruitful harvest.
Muncie Civic Theatre and its volunteers have been producing shows for more than 80 years, with June bringing the end of its 85th season. Chris Griffith, business director, said he is thrilled to be involved right now.
Dance majors paired up with sociology and theatre majors to research the effects of cultural beauty standards and the link to human violence.
Students who don’t graduate in four years are affected in more ways then they might realize
Although Ball State boasts its student organizations, there are some for faculty and staff as well. One of these, the Ball State Women’s Club, has been around since 1929.
