Education

Aurilia Moulton from Yorktown High School as photographed by Thomas Peek

Education May 15, 2025

Aurilia Moulton—Member of Pridemark Construction’s ‘Future Leaders of America’ Series

Editor’s note: The Future Leaders of America series profiles high school seniors who display leadership qualities in their school and the community. The series is brought to you by Pridemark Construction. By Stacey Shannon— YORKTOWN, IN—Yorktown High School senior Aurilia Moulton has learned the art of balance throughout high school in being involved with numerous activities. She ran cross-country all four years and also participated in a wide array of dramatic endeavors, including her school’s drama club and at the…

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Beneficence, affectionately called “Benny,” is Ball State's institutional icon. She symbolizes the generosity of the five Ball brothers whose land donation to the State of Indiana allowed Ball State to flourish. Photo provided by BSU

Education, Government May 15, 2025

Ball State University, City of Muncie Partner to Bring New Park to Anthony-Northside Neighborhood

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University and the City of Muncie have partnered to create a new neighborhood park for Muncie’s Anthony-Northside Neighborhood, advancing a shared commitment to fostering positive community impact. Through a recently signed license agreement, Ball State has granted the City of Muncie the use of land surrounding the University’s Oakwood Building—formerly the Anthony Administration Building of Muncie Community Schools—for the development of the new public space. The park will provide a much-needed recreational…

Education May 14, 2025

Ball State Earns Top National Honors Across Media and Communication Programs

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Ball State University’s College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) continues to distinguish itself as a national leader in student media, earning the No. 1 ranking for Top Winning Sports Program in the 2025 Broadcast Education Association (BEA) Festival of Media Arts School Rankings. This recognition highlights the continued success of Ball State Sports Link, which captured multiple honors in this year’s Festival, including top placements for video features, live production, and…

From left to right; top to bottom: Oliver Beane, Trooper Bullock, Jamar Clark, Beatrice Cooper, Ephraim Eller, Lily Ellis, Avrum Horsley, Danica Keppler, Mackemzie Lipps, Shaina Miller, Eli Morgan, Alesya Rathinasamy, Taryn Spangler, and Corin Withers.

Education, Non-Profit May 12, 2025

The Community Foundation Announces More 2025 Scholarship Recipients

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients – Oliver Beane, a senior at Muncie Central High School, is a recipient of the Adam Cline Scholarship and the inaugural William Flannery Scholarship. Oliver plans to study graphic design and advertising at Ball State University. He is the son of Andy and Heather Beane. Trooper Bullock, a senior at Wes-Del High School, is a recipient of the Arthur D. and Josephine M. Robling Scholarship. Trooper plans to study engineering…

From Left to Right: Kelsey Christina Hiatt, Natasha Taylor, Jeremy Lee Norton, Brittany Harding, and Alexis I. Albarado Not Pictured: Ashley Waters and Brandy Yates. Photo provided.

Education May 7, 2025

Outstanding Students Recognized as Ivy Tech Muncie-Henry County Prepares for 2025 Commencement

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, IN—Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 10 at 11:00 a.m. at the historic New Castle Fieldhouse. “Commencement is always a powerful moment in our academic year,” said Jeff Scott, Chancellor of the Muncie-Henry County campus. “It’s a time to reflect on the incredible journeys our students have taken and to recognize the dedication and passion that brought them to this milestone. Our Outstanding Students are truly inspiring…

Medical Detectives PLTW. Photo provided.

Education May 7, 2025

Yorktown Middle School Receives National Recognition From ‘Project Lead The Way’

By Jo Cox— YORKTOWN, IN– Yorktown Middle School announced today that it has been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. This honor is given to a select number of middle schools across the U.S. forproviding broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Gateway, a grade 6-8 STEM curriculum. PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences and empowers students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills for future careers. The…

Maleah Parrish, a first-grade teacher at Daleville Elementary School, received the Ball Brothers Foundation's Excellence in Teaching Award from Jud Fisher (left); Jud Fisher stands beside the Excellence in Teaching Award finalists in front of the Catalyst sculpture at Minnetrista (right). Photo provided.

Education, Non-Profit May 6, 2025

Daleville’s Maleah Parrish Receives Ball Brothers Foundation Excellence in Teaching Award

By Jud Fisher, President/CEO, Ball Brothers Foundation— MUNCIE, IN – On the 120th day of school, the first-graders in Maleah Parrish’s classroom are on a mission. Armed with invisible ink pens and yarn laser beams, they follow clues at a series of stations incorporating STEM, language arts, social skills, and teamwork to rescue Zero the Hero. It’s lively. It’s a little chaotic. And it’s exactly the kind of day Parrish hopes her students remember for years to come. This kind…

Dave Heeter

Education May 6, 2025

Ball State Board of Trustees Reappoints Dave Heeter to Muncie Community Schools Board

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN — On Friday, the Ball State University Board of Trustees reappointed Dave Heeter, ’83, to the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees. Mr. Heeter has served on the MCS Board of Trustees since the start of Ball State’s partnership with the district, which began in 2018 when the Indiana General Assembly authorized the University to assume responsibility for MCS. Since then, the district has made significant improvements in enrollment, financial stability, and teacher…

From left to right; top to bottom: Reece Berry, Shelby Brannon, Meghan Buehler, Caleb Cunningham, Christy Gao, Regan Gill, Zinnia Jefferson, Aurilia Moulton, Isabella Riley-Vannatta, Andrew Sammelson, Hailie Woodring, Peyton Wormer, and Logan Wulff.

Education May 5, 2025

The Community Foundation Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients: Reece Berry, a senior at Wes-Del High School, is a recipient of the Zach Greenwalt Scholarship. Reece plans to study engineering at Purdue University. He is the son of the late Ryan Berry and Kris Dishman. Shelby Brannon, a senior at Wapahani High School, is a recipient of the E.K. Keesling Memorial Scholarship and the Murray’s Jewelers Scholarship. Shelby plans to study Fine Arts at Ball State University. She is…

Graduation will be inside Worthen Arena.

Education May 3, 2025

Ball State University Main Spring Commencement To Be Held Inside Worthen Arena

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—Due to inclement weather, today’s Spring 2025 main Commencement ceremony at Ball State University will be at Worthen Arena at 10 a.m. Gates open at 9 a.m. College ceremony locations/times are not affected and remain the same. All graduates, families, and guests can access the updated main Commencement schedule, instructions, and frequently asked questions on the Ball State Commencement Inclement Weather Information webpage. They can also find a link to updated instructions at bsu.edu and…