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Indie-folk band coming to Pruis talks new album, creative beginnings

The latest act coming to Pruis Hall is more than just a band. PigPen Theatre Co. began creating plays as a group in 2007. Now, two indie-folk albums and one EP into their music career, this group of seven men are touring the United States for their newest release “Whole Sun.” They'll be performing at Ball State on Sept. 17. The Daily News talked to members Alex Falberg and Ben Ferguson.


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Street-smart shopping in style

Thrift shops and refurbished decor have become increasingly popular among college-age adults. Living on your own during college is a balancing act of creating personal identity and space, while not breaking the bank.



Teh-Kuang Chang, professor of political science, stands in front of a scroll given to by Ma Ying-jeou, the president of the Republic of China in honor of Chang's 90th birthday. Chang has worked at Ball State since 1966 and traveled to over 70 countries. DN PHOTO DEJA STUDDARD 
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Political science professor celebrates 90th birthday

Teh-Kuang Chang works in a corner office in North Quad, surrounded by books and piles of file folders. The area looks lived in – which fits. The political science professor is celebrating his 90th birthday on Sept. 15. He’s spent 49 of those years as a Ball State faculty member.


Kevin Briggs at TED2014, The Next Chapter, Session 11 - Unstressed, March 17-21, 2014, Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, Canada. Photo: James Duncan Davidson
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Active Mind members hope events will reduce mental illness stigma

Students won’t have to go out of their way Sept. 14 to hear the message of Ball State’s chapter of a mental health awareness group. Active Minds is bringing it to the people with an event that every student on campus can participate in while walking to class. They’ll also be hosting an inspirational speaker.



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A Millennial's Journey to Atheism

Although raised a Christian, Christina Guy chooses to become unaffiliated with religion, a trend occurring among Millennials in higher numbers than in all previous generations



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10 signs you're becoming an adult

College is a time for growing up and learning. These four years shape students’ personalities and habits. While 18- to 24-year-olds may not be completely ready for the real world, here are 10 signs you’re becoming an adult.


Earlham sophomore Saolie Rehm drops off the rock wall in the recreation center. DN PHOTO BOBBY ELLIS
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Outdoor Pursuits student employees protect students, teach skills

The Student Recreation and Wellness Center’s climbing wall may stretch 36 feet into the air, but students willing to scale its 1,500 square foot surface needn’t worry—and not just because they’re secured by ropes and harnesses. 33 student employees of Outdoor Pursuits are the human component of the rock wall’s safety system.






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