Participate in the life of your city.
Engage with Muncie
City Government & Civic Participation
- Muncie City Council: Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Auditorium. These meetings are open to the public, providing an opportunity to stay informed and voice your opinions. https://www.muncie.in.gov/council/
- City of Muncie Meeting Center: Access agendas, minutes, and schedules for various city boards and commissions, including the Parks Board and Redevelopment Commission. https://www.muncie.in.gov/meetings/
- Delaware County Council: Stay updated on county-level decisions by attending council meetings, with schedules and agendas available online. https://www.co.delaware.in.us/council/
Neighborhood Associations
Muncie boasts 27 neighborhood associations that foster community engagement and local initiatives. http://www.muncieneighborhoods.org/
Here are a few you can connect with:
- Riverside-Normal Neighborhood
- Whitely Neighborhood Association
- South Central Neighborhood (8twelve Coalition): Focuses on revitalization and community building in the South Central area.
- http://www.muncieneighborhoods.org/2015/02/20/map-tf2-t-shirts/
Muncie Action Plan (MAP)
MAP is a strategic guide developed by residents to improve the quality of life in Muncie. Task Force 3, for example, works on enhancing neighborhoods through partnerships and community-driven strategies. https://www.muncieactionplan.net/
Connect with Ball State University
Student Organizations
Ball State offers a plethora of student organizations catering to diverse interests:
- Benny Link: Discover and join various student organizations, from academic clubs to special interest groups. https://bsu.campuslabs.com/engage/organizations
- Multicultural Student Organizations: Engage with groups like the Asian Student Union, Black Student Association, Latinx Student Union, and Spectrum. https://www.bsu.edu/campuslife/multicultural-center/programs-and-services/student-organizations
Governance & Leadership
- Board of Trustees: Attend meetings to understand university governance and decisions impacting the campus community. Meeting minutes and schedules are available online. https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/president/boardoftrustees
Explore The Village
The Village is a vibrant district adjacent to Ball State University, offering dining, shopping, and entertainment options. It’s also a hub for community events and student activities. Stay connected with local happenings through the following websites.
- https://destinationmuncie.org/the-village/
- https://www.bsu.edu/map/landmarks/the-village
- https://www.bsu.edu/web/the-village-revitalization
Links to sites or general advice based on what we have learned