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Ball State app lets travelers create detailed trip journals

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State University has developed a versatile mobile application that allows college classes to compile the equivalent of digital “textbooks” about their field trips and individual travelers to create detailed vacation journals.

Students embrace their smartphones

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0500

The smartphone may be the center of the world for many college students, but they’re growing weary of the ads, says a Ball State researcher.

Ball State nears launch of three free online classes

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Ball State is just weeks away from launching three free massive, open, online courses (MOOCs) that promise to teach the university much about what works and what doesn’t in large-scale Internet instruction.

New video game allows fourthgraders to travel along the Underground Railroad

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

"The Underground Railroad in the Ohio River Valley" puts schoolchildren into the role of runaway slaves. The game is being created by immersive learning classes.

Ball State artists create forest of light on display in China and Internet

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

all State University electronic artists have created a "forest" of light and sound that will be on exhibit in Beijing, China through November, yet also accessible to visitors from Indiana or anywhere else in the world.

A Conversation with David Letterman and Oprah Winfrey scheduled for Nov 26

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State University alumnus and CBS "Late Show" host David Letterman will return to campus on November 26 for a conversation with media icon, philanthropist Oprah Winfrey

Ball State granted rights to develop $10 million Blue Mars virtual world technology

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

The future of virtual worlds has a new home at Ball State University, thanks to the generosity of Avatar Reality Inc., which granted the university rights to the multimillion-dollar 3-D virtual world platform, Blue Mars. The agreement for expanded use of this technology contributes to Ball State's position as a research leader in 3-D environments and simulation technology.

International group honors Ball State for integration of digital media

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500

An international consortium recognized Ball State for engaging digital media through the university's Center for Media Design (CMD) and Emerging Media Initiative.

College students help design run first social media center for Super Bowl

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Ball State students help design, run social media command center for Super Bowl.

Ball State creates Android app for students to access university information

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Ball State University has launched bConnected, a custom Android application for mobile phones, tablets and Google TV, offering students easy access to important university information.

Students learning how to sync television tablet computers cellphones

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State students will test a new system that enhances television broadcast by allowing viewers to interact with programming via their tablets or mobile phones.

Ball State students faculty create digital media exhibits for National Road Heritage Site

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Under the leadership of telecommunications professor Nancy Carlson, a group of Ball State students, faculty and staff has created three digital media exhibits featured at the National Road Heritage Site in Cambridge City, Ind.

Spurring industry growth Indiana jobs goal of Mobile Indiana

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State’s successful efforts in mobile technology have lead the university to create an education and networking organization focused on the development and enhancement of the rapidly expanding mobile communications industry.

History and heat of glass factory comes alive with new 3D virtual living museum

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The Virtual Middletown Project brings to life a simulation of the early 20th-century Ball Brothers glass factory in Muncie, Ind., right down to workers removing hot pieces of glassware from the furnaces.

Digital policy expertise leads to national stage for Ball States Umansky

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Digital Policy Institute member Barry Umansky will serve a two-year term on a federal committee that reviews consumer and technology issues for the Federal Communications Commission.

Ball States emerging technology expert named one of Apples top innovators

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State's Jonathan Huer, director of emerging technology, has been named an Apple Distinguished Educator. Only 1,700 educators worldwide have earned the distinction, enabling them to work with Apple Inc. to integrate more technology into the classroom.

College students more connected than ever through their smart phones

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Smart phone use almost doubles among college students in two years.

Interactive Surface technology offers museum visitors a new way to look at archived art

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

A group of Ball State students has spent the past year creating a touch-based interactive portal that will allow users to browse and learn more about archived artwork at Ball State’s Museum of Art.

Journalist to discuss impact of global water crisis at March 22 lecture

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Journalist J. Carl Ganter will speak about the global water crisis at the 2011 Bracken Environmental Lecture Series.

March Madness on Demand gets assist from Sports Link

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Sports Link students will enrich their immersive learning experience by serving as online producers and social analysts for the NCAA’s March Madness on Demand.

Board of Trustees approves 201112 housing and dining rates

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The Board of Trustees approved a 3.25 percent increase in room and board rates for 2011-12. However, due to the popularity of the university's premium housing plan offering students two-year guaranteed contracts, thousands will experience no change in rates and the average rate increase will be only 2.6 percent.

Crisis communications program launches first online training

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Free course will help emergency supervisors communicate more effectively, helping reduce rumors and confusion in a crisis.

IDIA Lab launches nextgeneration immersive learning experience on Blue Mars

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Massive new site, launched by the Institute for Digital Intermedia Arts and Avatar Reality, features fully interactive, detailed replicas of 1915 Panama-Pacific International Expo, Japanese temple, virtual museum and more.

Interactive TV focus of new collaboration between major industry players and Ball State

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500

The Center for Media Design announces its latest research initiative — to study consumer attitudes and behaviors around interactive television applications. The center also is establishing an advisory board of experts from the sector to contribute to the initiative’s agenda and will work with industry partners to produce research-based insights that inform debate and best practices.

David Letterman schedules return to campus for conversation on social media with Twitter cofounder Biz Stone

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State University alumnus and CBS "Late Show" host David Letterman will return to campus Sept. 17 with Twitter co-founder Biz Stone for a presentation to students on the changing nature and growing influence of social media in the 21st century.

iPad may make a great play date but still a little pricey for mass market

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400

The Center for Media Design at Ball State has released a new report in which average consumers spent a day with Apple's iPad. The conclusion: the popular device offers an impressive user experience for reading, Web browsing or movies, meaning consumers may favor using it primarily for leisure and entertainment. They also may choose to wait until the price goes down before purchasing.

Sports Link to produce multimedia MAC football highlights throughout 2010

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Audiences across the country will view video packages produced by Ball State students during the upcoming college football season as a result of an exclusive agreement the university has signed with the Mid-American Conference (MAC).

Smart phones displace computers for more college students

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Smart phones use nearly doubles in one year among college students.

Contributions to technology earn Ball State another TechPoint Mira award

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

TechPoint has recognized Ball State as one of the state's high-tech success stories, honoring the Center for Media Design with a TechPoint Mira Award. Ball State received the award at TechPoint's 11th annual Mira Awards gala on May 15.

Students use emerging technology to boost Indiana tourism

Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Motorists can travel around central and northern Indiana during the 2010 travel season this summer and fall — finding transportation-themed hot spots via a Web site created by immersive learning students under the guidance of faculty from journalism and geography departments.

Burberry scholarships to develop the next generation of emerging media leaders

Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Acknowledging the emergence of Ball State as a center for excellence in emerging media, Angela Ahrendts, Burberry CEO and Ball State alumna, has led the creation of a $1 million scholarship fund at her alma mater.

Emerging media lets graduation speaker reach across ocean out to graduates

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Emerging media lets graduation speaker reach across ocean, out to graduates

Successful alumna generous benefactor of Ball State head graduation program

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State will recognize alumna Angela Ahrendts, head of British luxury brand Burberry, and longtime friend and benefactor of the university John Scheumann during annual spring Commencement exercises on May 8. Ahrendts will be the day's principal speaker and recipient of an honorary doctor of humane letters degree, while Scheumann will be presented with the President's Medal of Distinction.

Hollywood filmmakers learning about Hoosier movie hot spots

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Internationally recognized filmmaker Robert Mugge and a class of talented students recently created a series of promotional videos marketing Indiana to Hollywood.

Student blogger

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400

Student blogger

Creator of lasagnaloving cat will be honored April 17 at Ball State

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400

The creative genius of cartoonist Jim Davis will be brought to the forefront April 17 when the university honors the Ball State alumnus.

Creating tomorrows journalists today

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Telecommunications and journalism departments combine forces to create a program addressing future needs today.

Civil rights activist Rev Jesse Jackson asks How Are We Living the Legacy

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Civil rights activist and former Democratic presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson will appear Feb. 10 on campus as part of Ball State's schedule of spring speakers. Also on tap this semester are famed TV newsman Ted Koppel as well as Blake Mycoskie, cofounder of the globally-conscious and ethically-minded Toms Shoes, and Sarah Weddington, believed to be the youngest person to win a case in front of the U.S. Supreme Court — the still highly controversial Roe v. Wade.

Its lights cameras house slippers for Ball States new emerging media livinglearning community

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Students living in Ball State's new emerging media living-learning community have access to state-of-the-art equipment that will enable them to make short films or movie trailers without ever leaving their residence hall.

Digital researchers submit broadband policy recommendations to FCC

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Digital Policy Institute members file recommendations with the FCC on study to create a new national broadband policy.

Global organization names Ball State top university for mobile marketing

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

A global organization that promotes the development and sustainability of mobile marketing has named Ball State as the top university in the field of mobile marketing research, development and education.

Studentcreated iPhone application results in major honor from ATT

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

A team of Ball State faculty has won an AT&T-sponsored mobile application development contest for mentoring students in the iMedia program.

Exploring where digital media is taking society business and education

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Many of the nation's leading academics, professionals and artists from various digital media fields will gather at Ball State to share ideas, discuss potential applications and review a myriad of leading-edge technological applications.

Partnership with Hallmark Homes for Extreme Makeover build nets scholarships for children emerging media experience for Ball State students

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Many Ball State students participated in the "Extreme Makeover" show, and through the Ball State Foundation, scholarships will be available for the four children featured in the show.

College students fastest growing smartphone segment

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

College students increasingly are integrating smartphones into their mobile lives, thanks in part to a faster iPhone.

Findings urge telecom reform broadband investment to create jobs in Ohio

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

University's emerging media expertise to help Ohio reform its regulation of the telecom industry.

Digital forensics taking hold as students work with existing emerging media

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400

A new minor in digital forensics and a specially designed computer lab have been created as a result of a growing need for digital investigators to have advanced skills in information security technologies.

Education students learn to incorporate emerging technology in future classrooms

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

An education technology professor is teaching students how to use emerging technology as a learning tool for themselves and their future students.

Ball State puts emerging media skills to use to develop Google applications

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400

Ball State's reputation as a leader of emerging media has resulted in students developing software applications for Google's cell phone operating system.

Schwartz Complex features international broadcasts revolutionary technology

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400

The Helen B. and Martin D. Schwartz Special Collections and Digital Complex was dedicated Aug. 17, and features digital facilities to encourage interactive teaching and learning.