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Ball State Muslim students, community reflect on controversy

Communities reflect on faith, life after 9/11

This week's Sept. 11 memorials will take place during one of the holiest days for Muslims. A coincidence of the calendar that could provoke problems elsewhere but is leaving Muncie mostly unaffected. Full story

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NFL: Nate Davis signed to 49ers practice squad

After clearing waivers on Wednesday afternoon, the 49ers welcomed Ball State's former quarterback back to their team as a member of the practice squad, according to the Sacramento Bee. Full story

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Broadway musical "The Color Purple" arrives at Emens

The Tony Award-winning and Grammy-nominated musical “The Color Purple” will take the stage at John R. Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. today.

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SOCCER: New attacking style getting better results for Ball State

The Ball State soccer team boasts an up-tempo, attacking style this year, but no one position or player gets all the goal-scoring glory.

Simple precautions could help students avoid increased bike theft

Students will have to be more alert when putting away their bikes on campus.

Ellsworth stop at Ball State looking more likely

Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Brad Ellsworth, behind more than 20 points in a statewide poll last month, currently has no plans to visit the Indiana college campuses that helped fuel Barack Obama’s victory in the 2008 presidential election.

More Ball State students to participate at annual river clean-up

Hundreds of Ball State students and Muncie residents will be pulling thousands of pounds of trash and debris out of the White River during the sixth-annual White River Clean-Up in Muncie.

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Emens distinguished professor to talk about US education system

Through a reform of the U.S. education system, money could be saved and institutions could be improved. This is Andreas Schleicher’s idea, which will be discussed at 8 p.m. in the Alumni Center’s Assembly Hall.

Students show off talents during UPB Open Mic Night

When Andrew Miller stepped onstage, his voice was calm. Facing the audience, he said in a raspy voice, “Why so serious?”

"Rock the Red" begins Ball State Homecoming preparation with a bang

The Homecoming informational meeting this year began with a room full of people singing the fight song and ended with student groups going home with a thick packet full of entry forms for the many events offered this year.

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SOCCER: New attacking style getting better results for Ball State

Eight different Cardinals have scored a goal

The Ball State soccer team boasts an up-tempo, attacking style this year, but no one position or player gets all the goal-scoring glory.

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FIELD HOCKEY: Ball State happy with results, still has work to do

Last weekend, the Ball State field hockey team walked away with two home wins after beating Robert Morris on Friday and St. Louis on Sunday.

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FOOTBALL: Orsbon productive even without receptions

Parrish says wide receiver will get the ball Saturday

Briggs Orsbon didn't have a reception in last week's victory, but as long as Ball State wins that's fine with him.  

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Lady Gaga most nominated artist for VMAs

Late-night host Chelsea Handler to emcee the awards show

Airing live from Los Angeles, this years MTV Video Music Awards will be hosted by comedian Chelsea Handler on Sept. 12 at 9 p.m. 

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REVIEW REDEUX: Film has roller coaster of crime, emotions

Erin recommends "On the Waterfront" as this week's must-see movie

I am starting my first selection with a film many people have heard of, but probably have not seen. It is a classic, ranked No. 19 on the American Film Institute’s top 100 films list

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BEYOND VARSITY: Why is Ball State playing another FCS opponent?

The Ball State football team’s game Saturday against Liberty doesn’t count. Kind of.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Be Here Now misses mark with 9/11 concert poster

While at Jimmy John’s yesterday, I was shocked and disgusted by a flyer that was posted by the new Village bar, Be Here Now, advertising a 6-act concert taking place at the venue this Saturday, September 11. This sad attempt to poke fun at a national tragedy in order to build publicity for a concert is shameful.