Education

By Lorell “Landa” Bagley— MUNCIE, IN—Fifteen college students from Uzbekistan—hosted by Ball State University as part of a new, 21-day exchange program this summer—volunteered alongside Ball State students at Muncie’s Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana on July 3rd. This was one of several activities which occurred as part of the exchange program, U.S./Uzbekistan Network and International Exchange for Development (UNITED). During the 21 days (June 15-July 6),  visiting college students and faculty learned and worked alongside Ball…

By Angie Rapp— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State Public Media (Ball State PBS and Indiana Public Radio), has been awarded grants from The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) and Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations (IPBS) to support its new arts and culture content initiative. Furthermore, the Indiana Arts Commission has recognized Ball State Public Media as an Indiana Arts Trust award winner, solidifying its commitment to promoting the arts in Indiana. The grants, generously provided by the IAC and IPBS, will enable Ball…

By Lesley Devoss— MUNCIE, IN – Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County and Indiana Wesleyan University are proud to announce their partnership aimed at streamlining the process of earning a master’s degree. This collaboration offers students an expedited pathway to a master’s degree by eliminating the need for a bachelor’s degree.  Through this innovative partnership, students will begin their academic journey at Ivy Tech Community College Muncie-Henry County Campus where they will complete their associate degree. All credits earned during…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN— Incoming high school seniors can now apply online for the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship administered by The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. Applicants must be residents of Delaware County, Ind., and attend an accredited high school in Delaware County. The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Muncie and Delaware County awards a student who possesses leadership potential who is well-rounded and community-minded. The scholarship covers tuition and required fees for four years of…

Editor’s note: This is another in a series of scholarship announcements you will see on MuncieJournal.com over the next few weeks. By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients: Aubrey Charron, a graduating senior from Wes-Del High School, is a recipient of the Jon Hunter Memorial Scholarship and the Sarah E. Adams Scholarship. Aubrey plans to study General Studies at Ball State University. She is the daughter of David Charron. Bry’llana Coates, a Pre-Nursing student at Ivy Tech…

By IASB— INDIANAPOLIS, IN—Muncie resident and former Ball State professor Dr. Joe Misiewicz will receive two Hall of Fame honors this summer. The Indiana Association of School Broadcasters (IASB) will be inducting Dr. Joe into the IASB Hall of Fame at IASB’s July annual meeting and awards program. IASB represents the high school radio and TV stations/programs in Indiana and Dr. Joe is being inducted for his impact on high school programs and development of various scholarships developed while he…

By Lesley DeVoss— MUNCIE, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College honored John Thompson of New Castle High School as one of 19 individuals across the state selected to receive the second annual Excellence in Dual Credit Instruction President’s Awards, the highest honor for Ivy Tech dual credit faculty. Winners were announced at a special ceremony on June 14 in Indianapolis and the event concluded with the 2023 Statewide Award recipient, Dr. Christine Herr of Ivy Tech Richmond. The College honored…

By BSU Marketing and Communications— MUNCIE, IN– The Ball State University Board of Trustees on Friday approved a development agreement for a revitalization plan for The Village, a commercial district located immediately adjacent to the campus. The agreement is the next step by Ball State and development firm Fairmount Properties to create a best-in-class, multigenerational district driven by arts and culture, entertainment, and innovation. The comprehensive plan, which includes a new performing arts center, is also expected to include a…

By Kallie Sulanke— MUNCIE, IN—Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients: Maria Alexander, a graduating senior from Yorktown High School, is a recipient of the Robbin S. Lindsey Memorial Scholarship. Maria plans to study Entrepreneurship at Indiana Wesleyan University. She is the daughter of Steve and Julie Alexander. Lauren Bowen, a Nursing student at Ball State University, is a recipient of the Wilfred W. Wingate Scholarship. Lily Carpenter, a graduating senior from Muncie Central High School, is a recipient of the…