Caity Placek: Promoting Health for Expecting Mothers
Caity Placek is studying human behaviors and conducting research to provide science-based solutions to ensure healthier pregnancies for women with drug habits and addictions.
Author Archive for: Ball State Staff
About Ball State Staff
In our print and online editions of Ball State Magazine, we share noteworthy accomplishments and compelling stories about Ball State alumni, faculty, staff, and students who are making an impact on campus, in the community, and out in the world. By sharing these stories, we inspire readers to feel pride in Ball State and encourage them to take more active roles as members of the Cardinal family.
Entries by Ball State Staff
Lenny Kaminsky: Better Living Through Exercise
We need more stress, according to Lenny Kaminsky. Not emotional but physical stress. Kaminsky studies how the body responds positively to the demands of exercise.
Jennifer Blackmer: A Pro Playwright with a Passion for Teaching
Award-winning playwright Jennifer Blackmer uses encouragement, community, and collaboration to cultivate theater talent.
The Month in Photos: February 2020
Each month, Ball State’s photographers capture hundreds of moments on and around campus. These are some of the staff’s favorites.
Sanglim Yoo: Discovering New Ways to Improve Cities
Sanglim Yoo studies how to use green spaces to reflect heat, reduce energy consumption and keep us all cool and comfortable.
Patricia Lang: Bringing Needed Diversity into STEM Research
Kicking down walls is Patricia Lang’s specialty—figuratively, at least. She was among the first female scientists at Ball State. Now, her mission is to recruit and retain minority students in STEM programs.
Steve Horwitz: Fighting Inequality Through Free Market Economics
Steve Horwitz envisions a future where we eradicate global issues, such as hunger, by studying what makes economies successful.
