3 upcoming events with the ball state university libraries tag

Take a deep dive into children’s literature of the past and compare and contrast the themes and narratives in children’s book of the past with contemporary children’s stories today. Cookies and coffee will also be provided.

Parking is available on Ball State’s campus in all public lots for free on the weekends. This includes parking garages. Overnight parking from 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. is not permitted.

Speakers:

Amy Petts, Associate Dean for Strategic Engagement and Learning, Ball State University Libraries

Lindsey Vesperry, Digital and Physical Records Archivist, Ball State University Libraries

Ball State applied behavior analysis graduate student Jayda Peoples will present her research on the effectiveness of using video modeling to increase vocational and vocal skills in children with autism. She will discuss how these strategies teach independence, help skill generalization, and provide engaging resources for children with autism in school settings and their community.

This event is a part of the University Libraries' Virtual Lunch and Learn Series and is free and open to the public. 

Join us at the Shaffer Chapel Museum in Muncie for a special Black History Month presentation celebrating the legacy of women from Muncie’s historic Whitely neighborhood. A panel of local historians from Ball State University Libraries, Delaware County Historical Society, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, and Muncie Public Library will highlight the stories of educators, activists, entrepreneurs, faith leaders, and community builders whose contributions helped shape Whitely and beyond. Through photographs and archival materials, the panel will explore the remarkable achievements of these women and their lasting impact on Muncie’s cultural, civic, and social landscape. 

This free public program invites the community to honor the women of Whitely’s past, uplift its trailblazers, and reflect on the ongoing work inspired by their lives. 

Panelists:

Melissa Gentry, Supervisor, Map Collection, Ball State University Libraries

Sara McKinley, Carnegie Library Manager and Archivist, Muncie Public Library

Susan Smith, Archivist, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

Karen Vincent, Executive Director, Delaware County Historical Society and Delaware County Historian