The stories of how each animated and live-action superhero and villain came to be loom large in the minds of their fans. But the real-life origin stories are greater than the legends. Actors, animators, and scriptwriters are just part of how those characters come to life for viewers. Scores of other talented artists create and […]
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From Mallorca to Muncie: How an International Student Found Belonging at Ball State
When Angelita “Angy” Estefania Condurache Stanciu initially considered attending Ball State University, she called it a “blind date.” Unable to visit beforehand, she relied on research to choose a school that would become her home for four years. She was impressed by the amount of information on the University website. “Other universities didn’t provide as […]
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Ball State’s Abigail Denault Honored for Civic Engagement and Community ImpactWhen Abigail Denault learned she had been selected as the first-ever Ball State University student to receive the prestigious Richard J. Wood Community Commitment Award, her initial reaction was one of surprise. “I know there are so many Ball State students doing things for and working in the local and campus community. I may be […]
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Ball State University Art Students Turn Children’s Creativity into Art with Imagine in Glass Exhibition
Imagine walking into a gallery and seeing your artwork brought to life in an entirely new form. That’s precisely what happened for Emma Grace Wachtmann, a 7-year-old Burris Laboratory School student who recently participated in Imagine in Glass. Imagine in Glass is a collaborative project with Ball State University’s School of Art and Minnetrista Museum […]
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New Documentary Based on Ball State Professor’s Award-Winning Book Tells Indiana’s U.S. Civil War StoriesWhen Hoosiers research the Civil War, they’ll learn about the brutal conflict between the Union and the Confederacy; the decades of tension fueled by economic, political, and cultural differences; and the impact on the Northeast and Southern home fronts. Hoosiers are not likely to uncover much about life in Indiana communities during this period, as […]
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Fresh Perspectives: Exploring Empathy in AI with Dr. Kesha CokerArtificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we interact with technology, particularly in customer service. Yet, despite their growing popularity, voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant often fall short in understanding and addressing users’ emotional needs. Enter Dr. Kesha Coker, assistant professor of marketing at Ball State University, whose innovative research sheds light […]
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Ball State animation student designs President Mearns’ holiday card
Emeryn Sinclair regularly shares her art with family members. But this December, many more people will be able to appreciate her talent now that her work has been chosen to grace the cover of the 2024 holiday card distributed by Ball State University President Geoffrey S. Mearns. Ms. Sinclair’s festive design features the iconic statue […]
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Ball State’s NABJ Student Chapter Earns ‘Chapter of the Year’ Award
Ball State’s National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) student chapter was recently named the association’s 2023-2024 National Student Chapter of the Year. The accolade is given to student chapters that exemplify leadership, dedication to NABJ’s mission, and excellence in programming and community engagement. “This award embodies the students’ hard work, commitment to journalism and broadcasting, […]
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Ball State Music Student Researches Way for People With Physical Disabilities to Conduct Music
Ethan Atterson views music as a beautiful conduit for human connections. And conducting an orchestral ensemble … well, that’s magical, Mr. Atterson said. But that magic could’ve eluded him if he focused solely on what he can’t do instead of what he can do. Mr. Atterson has limited arm mobility, caused by Duchenne muscular dystrophy, […]
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Fostering a Culture of Collaboration
Service is in Dr. Justin Tobyas’ DNA. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of New Mexico, he continued in the field and worked at a rural hospital in Northern Indiana. For the next 16-plus years, Dr. Tobyas worked as an athletic trainer for high schools in Wabash County, helping hundreds […]
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