Muncie community members reflect on personal experiences in Afghanistan, future of the country under Taliban control

By Grace McCormick / September 7, 2021

When she was just 13 years old, Bibi Bahrami saw her home become a place too dangerous to live. Her friends and family had to evacuate the Behsood district of eastern Afghanistan to live as refugees in Pakistan after the Soviet Invasion of Afghanistan in 1979. Bahrami witnessed death and devastation, as she lost a brother, three cousins and her grandfather.

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GOLF

Ranieri leads Ball State Men’s Golf in first action of season

By Charleston Bowles / September 6, 2021

Ball State took the course for its first action of the season this past weekend in Bloomington, Indiana. The Cardinals tied 7th out of 15 teams, with a final score of 888 (+18) at the Hoosier Collegiate Invitational.

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NEWS

Muncie to host 140.6-mile Ironman Triathlon in October

By Staff Reports / September 6, 2021

Since its creation in 1977, the Ironman Triathlon has made itself known as one of the most difficult one-day sporting events in the world, and, this year, it’s making its way to Muncie.

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SPONSORED

Glad Tidings Daycare & Preschool is hiring now!

By Ball State Daily Advertising / September 6, 2021

Are you in need of a reliable and stable job right near campus, offering you an opportunity to change the lives of children? Glad Tidings Daycare & Preschool will work with your schedule and provide the potential for a full-time career after graduation. 

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NEWS

Bracken Library evacuates building Sept.5, closed temporarily due to water line issue

By Staff Reports / September 5, 2021

Bracken Library evacuated its building at approximately 5 p.m. Sept. 5 with water seen outside the main doors. The university tweeted Monday that Bracken will remain closed Sept. 7 due to an ongoing issue with a main water line.

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SOCCER

Onslaught of shots help lift Cardinals over Mastodons Sunday afternoon

By Nate Grubb / September 5, 2021

For the first time since 2019, Ball State soccer experienced a win in its home stadium in front of fans. Ball State used its home field advantage to secure a 3-1 victory against Purdue-Fort Wayne Sunday afternoon.

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VOLLEYBALL

Multiple players help Ball State stay perfect

By Daniel Kehn / September 4, 2021

 Ball State Women’s volleyball went undefeated in tournament play for the second straight weekend, defeating DePaul  and Marshall to remain perfect on the season and win the TRU by Hilton Dayton Beavercreek Invitational. 

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VOLLEYBALL

Cardinals remain undefeated after taking down Wright State in 4 sets

By Daniel Kehn / September 3, 2021

Ball State Women’s Volleyball extended its undefeated streak Friday evening against Wright State. The Cardinals defeated the Raiders in four sets, by scores of 25-21, 20-25, 26-24 and 25-20, respectively. 

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FOOTBALL

A lot of firsts was theme of Ball State's win against Western Illinois

By Ian Hansen / September 3, 2021

 It was also the first game of the season for Ball State Football. There were a lot of firsts for the Cardinals in their 31-21 win against Western Illinois.  

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NEWS

Peace Center to host panel with Muncie mayor, other guests discussing ongoing conflict in Afghanistan

By Staff Reports / September 3, 2021

Ball State's Center for Peace and Conflict Studies will host a free panel discussion about the current Afghanistan crisis Sept. 9 in the Art and Journalism Building. 

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NEWS

MCS students not required to quarantine if designated COVID-19 close contacts and not experiencing symptoms

By Staff Reports / September 3, 2021

Following a Sept. 1 executive order from Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, Muncie Community Schools (MCS) has updated its quarantine guidelines for students designated close contacts in the classroom of those who have tested positive for COVID-19.

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FOOTBALL

Ball State Football earns 1st win of season behind energetic atmosphere

By Charleston Bowles / September 3, 2021

For the first time since Nov. 2019, Scheumann Stadium was full of Cardinal fans Thursday evening. Ball State used a 24-point second half to pull away with a 31-21 victory against Western Illinois. Head coach Mike Neu was ecstatic with the atmosphere and fan turnout. 

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SOCCER

A natural fit: Ball State Soccer's new assistant coach reflects on adjusting to new role.

By Charleston Bowles / September 2, 2021

Soccer is not just a game for Ball State Soccer’s first-year assistant coach, Hannah Sullivan. It’s a way of life. Ever since she trotted onto the field at her local YMCA as a 3-year-old, Sullivan has made soccer a big part of her identity.

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NEWS

Ball State’s Applied Anthropology Laboratories share progress on digitization project

By Grace McCormick / September 2, 2021

For senior anthropology major Kiera McWhinney, figuring out what profession she wanted to work in took almost four years of college, a new job within her minor and finding the right mix of anthropology and design.

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NEWS

Ball State master's student reflects on living with cystic fibrosis during the COVID-19 pandemic

By Maya Wilkins / September 2, 2021

When Maddy Hamp, Ball State exercise science graduate student, first heard about COVID-19, she said, even walking outside during the early days of the pandemic scared her. 

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CAMPUS

Five low-maintenance plants for busy college students

By Staff Reports / September 2, 2021

As you’re thinking about how to decorate your dorm, apartment or house for the school year, consider adding a few small plants to your bedroom or living room. 

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NEWS

Ball State SGA welcomes 11 new senators

By Nathan Hill / September 1, 2021

On Wednesday, Sept. 1, Ball State's Student Government Association (SGA) conducted its first meeting of the semester and voted multiple new students into the senate.

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OPINION

Abstraction: Gay is still normal

By Elissa Maudlin / September 1, 2021

There is still this looming idea that LGBTQ people are different. We are seen as special, unique, brave, edgy, but all those adjectives give off the same impression: we’re still different. 

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FOOTBALL

Bowles: Colts starters are putting the season at risk with vaccination status

By Charleston Bowles / September 1, 2021

The NFL has made it clear they will not reschedule games in light of an organization's COVID outbreak. This could put several games, and quite frankly, the season, in jeopardy. If the trend continues, Indianapolis could be at a competitive disadvantage due to its players’ reluctance to get vaccinated.

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FOOTBALL

A full season: Coming off of last year’s shortened season, Ball State Football begins its quest to repeat as champions.

By Ian Hansen / September 1, 2021

As fans trickle into Scheumann Stadium for Ball State Football’s season opener against Western Illinois Sept. 2, there will be a different energy in comparison to last season. There won’t be capacity limitations due to COVID-19 concerns, and the Cardinals will be the defending Mid-American Conference Champions.