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“It’s sometimes hard to get around because I can’t breathe very well, and I aige Eacret’s anxiety comes with can’t focus during class,” Eacret said. chest pains, which make it feel She has suffered from anxiety-related like she’s having a heart attack. chest pains requiring medical treatment She feels on edge about and therapy since late middle school. everything all the time and isn’t able With a mother diagnosed with cancer and to stop herself from overthinking or other siblings going to school, she said she worrying. And once she came to Ball never had the money to seek treatment. State, the pains got worse. See THERAPY, page 5 *Editors note: Paige Eacret has written columns

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Senior ready to compete in regionals Denasiha Christian began college career as Ball State walk-on

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The Ball State a cappella group Note to Self has been practicing five hours a week to prepare for the International Competition of Collegiate A cappella semifinal competition. The competition will take place on Saturday in St. Louis.

A cappella group to compete in semifinals Note to Self 1st Ball State team to make it this far in ICCA AMANDA BELCHER FEATURES EDITOR | features@bsudailynews.com

The men of a cappella group Note to Self begin arriving at around 8 p.m. on a Thursday night to the L.A. Pittenger Student Center Music Lounge one, two, three members at a time. As more people trickle in, one sits at the piano positioned in the corner of the room and begins to play the tune of Coldplay’s “Fix You.” The five or so members who have arrived begin to sing along. “Lights will guide you home / And ignite your bones / And I will try to fix you.” The group has been practicing about five hours a week in preparation for the International Competition of Collegiate A cappella (ICCA) semifinal competition in St. Louis on Saturday. It’s the first time a Ball State a cappella group has made it this far.

See A CAPPELLA, page 4

From a young age, Denasiha Christian’s grandmother knew what her future was going to hold. “When I was 2 [years old], I was running around the house and my grandma completely called it. [She] knew I was going to be a gymnast,” said Christian, a Ball State senior gymnast. After three years of being an alternate at the NCAA regionals, Christian will be competing in two individual events in the Iowa City Regional. Even with her first-place performances on both floor and vault at the Mid-American Conference championships, Christian didn’t think she would qualify individually for regional competition. “I sat for two meets before

MAC, so I thought I was out of the running for Regionals. I dropped from first to sixth place, and I thought it was a wrap [on my career],” Christian said. “It was super bittersweet because mentally I was happy with where I was at. ... It’s awesome, and I can appreciate that I get to compete one more time.” As Christian’s career was getting started in club gymnastics, she knew she wanted to compete in college — not only because she loved the sport, but also to help her family. “I always wanted to do college gymnastics, so especially knowing [my family’s] financial situation, it [would be] my way to get through school,” Christian said. “Coming here, I just really liked the team. I really liked the coaches at the time, and I was offered a two-year [scholarship].” Christian was offered a scholarship to attend Ball State, but since she almost committed to another university before returning to Ball State’s radar, her scholarship was awarded to someone else, and she joined as a walk-on.

DN FILE PHOTO KORINA VALENZUELA

Senior Denasiha Christian will be competing on floor and vault at the Iowa City Regional. This will be Christian’s first time going to regionals not as an alternate.

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MY VOICE WORKS TO IMPROVE WI-FI Digital Corps team hosts focus groups to get student data

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The Digital Corps’ User Experience team hosted its last of two focus groups Wednesday to help get data on Ball State’s Wi-Fi as part of the next steps in the My Voice project. Wi-Fi on campus is the first project in the My Voice campaign, which is a student-centered project to make im-

provements on campus. The team wanted to talk with students, since they were the ones who use Ball State Wi-Fi most often. They gave out surveys and asked people questions to try to get data, but a focus group was still necessary because each person gave them a slightly different perspective, said Billy Barry, a junior telecommunications major. “At the end of the day, we need to really understand how and why people are using the wireless because it’s getting to know the students and representing their interests,” Barry said. “We can’t just ask questions about

the Wi-Fi. We need to know you guys and why you need it. … We are writing a charter that, in the end, is going to affect upwards of 20,000 people, and it’s really hard to capture that many needs in a survey.” Cameron Mueller, a junior marketing major, said his team was thinking the needs of the students were slightly different than what the team thought. The focus groups let them hone in and apply what they’ve learned to be able to present the best research possible at the end. Chase Thiebaut, a junior computer science major, said he was astounded by how many locations came up as problem spots

during the focus groups; they would have never considered testing some spots if it weren’t for the groups bringing it up. “[The project] is the closest and most efficient and effective form of a direct pipeline from students to the administration and the cabinet,” Thiebaut said. “To get a direct input like that that’s going to be heard is just a really cool opportunity in my opinion, and I’m very happy to be a part of it.” The team acknowledged the work of other student groups who make change on campus, like the Student Government Association. THE PULSE OF BALL STATE

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OPEN LETTER TO THOSE WITH BIPOLAR DISORDER Dear Mom,

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You have been in my thoughts a lot lately, as Wednesday was World Bipolar Day. I kind of hinted the other day I was going to be writing a “story” about you but we didn’t get into the nitty-gritty as to what it would be. So, surprise! I thought I would write an open letter in response to the significant impact you and this disorder have had on my life. Before I start this, just know I am sharing our story and our experiences with bipolar disorder to do something all the statistics can’t — put a face to the disorder. Each person experiences a mood disorder differently, but at the end of the day, it is important to realize this disorder does not define a person. Those with bipolar disorder do not choose to be the way they are. They do not choose to experience the extreme ups and downs and periodic episodes. They do not choose to act in a way which can damage relationships, jobs and educational goals. They do not choose to be placed in a category or statistics. It’s the disorder — not the person. This

is what I have learned, and that’s what I want everyone to learn. You and I have been through so much — hell and back more than once. Your disorder has not always made life an easy thing. Sometimes, it felt like I had two different moms. Mom today could be completely different from Mom tomorrow. I watched your disorder put you through some extreme highs and extreme lows. Your mood would shift. Your energy would shift. Your activity level would shift. You could go from crazy happy to dramatically depressed in a matter of days. Your disorder always felt like a guessing game I was constantly going into blind. For the longest time, I just didn’t get it. I couldn’t understand why the medication and the counseling wasn’t changing you. I couldn’t wrap my head around the fact that this isn’t something we can just flip on and off. But you know what I’ve learned, Mom? I’ve learned I don’t have to understand, because having bipolar disorder is not your fault, and more importantly, I’ve learned bipolar disorder does not define who you are.

You are not crazy. You are not weak. You are not damaged. You do not deserve to be put down or belittled. You are unique. You are beautiful. You are strong. You deserve nothing but absolute happiness in life. You amaze me. You are courageous, talented and have one of the biggest hearts. Your friends love you. Your family loves you. Your kids love you. Your kids look up to you. You inspire us with your constant strength. You have always sacrificed all you had and put us first. You don’t hide behind the stereotypes and negative stigma that come with your disorder. You prove them wrong. I wouldn’t change a single thing about you and your bipolar disorder. I wouldn’t change all of the episodes you and I have gone through or the fact that you are my mom. I am thankful for all the highs and lows we have gone through together, because without those moments, we would not be as close and strong as we are today. You have opened my eyes to so many amazing things and have taught me to never be

or feel confined. Thank you for all you do. Thank you for pushing yourself. Thank you for never giving up. I love you with all my heart. – Allie

Note to those in a similar situation: Yes, having a family member with bipolar disorder is hard, but you can be the one who helps them fight it. Counseling and medication are a great way to start. Those with bipolar disorder sometimes, as I have personally experienced, go on and off treatment, so be the one to assure them it is OK to talk to someone and to get help. Challenge them as a person and hold them responsible for their actions like you would anyone else. They are not monsters because of this. They are normal people like you and me trying to live out their lives day by day. Be that encouragement. Be the light who guides them in the right direction. Be their advocate and stand up against those who try to bring them down. You can’t change the disorder, but you can offer support, understanding and hope for your loved one.

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Senior Denasiha Christian will be competing in the Iowa City Regional on two individual events. Christian has been an alternate for the NCAA regionals the last three years.

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| CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The Ball State gymnastics team went through a coaching change before her sophomore year, forcing Christian to wait until her junior year to receive the two-year scholarship she was originally hoping for. During the three years head coach Joanna Saleem has coached Christian, she has seen significant growth. “She has always had the potential, but to see her reach her goals after working so hard from that first year all the way up to this year, it is just a really interesting thing to watch as a coach,” Saleem said. “She is a strong leader on the team, and it is one of the things that I am really proud of. She has shown she is there for everyone on the team, and not just for herself. It is just really exciting.” Junior gymnast Sarah Ebeyer has been in the same lineup with Christian since her freshman year and will be competing in the same two events at the NCAA regionals. Ebeyer complimented Christian’s ability to bring the team together both inside and outside of the gym. “It’s amazing to me seeing how, after her being so successful, she still just cares and

wants the team to do well. It really contributes to the team atmosphere,” Ebeyer said. “I think that each year of kind of figuring out life, she has really developed into this wonderful woman. And [to see] how strong she is being so far away from home, with not having her parents to be able to come here see her compete, is just phenomenal.” Christian grew up around eight hours away from Muncie in Roanoke City, Va. Her family can’t come to every meet, but she still credits them as her biggest supports. “They make fun events out of my meets. Everyone goes to my dad’s house, and they watch the meet on TV or online,” Christian said. “My other supporters definitely would be my coaches and my teammates, because they are my family here.” Christian said her family will not be attending Regionals at the University of Iowa on Saturday, but she will be joined by four teammates who qualified for regional competition as well. She has always focused on the team score rather than her individual performance. “You want the team to do well. You don’t just want your name in the papers, you want the team’s name in there,” Christian said. “I think this year has been the strongest year for that.”

Christian’s dedication to the program is something Saleem has seen her show throughout her career. “There is no cutting corners with her,” Saleem said. “She has bought into the program and has created this image of trying to represent Ball State in the best way she can.” In the coming years, Christian hopes the team can continue its upward trend, and encourages the Cardinals to stay hungry for success after their second-place finish at the MAC championships. “The mindset is there. Everyone is thinking how we got second, and that it is not even our best gymnastics yet,” Christian said. Although Christian has nearly completed her successful four-year career with the team, she will be staying around the area taking classes and preparing for her next step in her life. Her career may be over at the end of this season, but that doesn’t mean her love for the sport will be. “I’ve had 20 years of [gymnastics], and now I want to find out what else I’m good at,” Christian said. “I’m excited for job searching and interviews and all that good stuff, so that is next on my list. ... I am definitely going to be popping my head in the gym during my free time.”

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Though they’ve spent a lot of time preparing for this moment, the reality of it still hasn’t sunk in, said Vince De Re, who acts as head of public relations for the group. The moment Note to Self found out it won first place at the quarterfinals and would be moving forward can be described as “unreal,” said Edric Mitchell, the group’s music director. “They started with the countdown, and they said, ‘Third place: Sedoctave. Second place: Ladies’ Choice. First place: Note to Self.’ And at that moment everyone around me was just so excited, like all of the groups were so excited for us and for each other,” Mitchell said. “There was so much energy, I feel like we didn’t even know what to do with all that energy. … I got goosebumps.” Note to Self will be competing against the top eight a cappella groups from the Midwest, and the winner of semifinals will move on to the final competition in New York City on April 30. At semifinals, the group’s 12-minute set will be judged on tone, dynamics, composure, the soloists’ performances, choreography, vocal percussion and how much fun they are having onstage, De Re said. “[The judges] are looking for every single reason to place us or to give us a crap We meet five score, so it’s a hours a week, and very intense c o m p e t i t i o n ,” we are constantly he said. “Within a cappelpolishing college la, it’s about as stuff, making big as it gets.”

sure that our [choreography] is sharp, that our music is tight and our harmonies are sweet. »

The Preparation

De Re said the group has been rehearsing nonstop to perfect its set for the competition. “We meet five hours a week, VINCE DE RE, and we are conHead of Public Relations stantly polishing stuff, making sure that our [choreography] is sharp, that our music is tight and our harmonies are sweet,” De Re said. “So it’s been a lot of repetition, a lot of patience.” As music director, Mitchell is in charge of helping the group find its sound and put a certain “Note to Self spin” on the songs he arranges. Mitchell said Note to Self ’s direction and defining factor is “a mixture of swag and suave.” This rehearsal is focused largely on choreography for the group’s rendition of the song “This Love” by Rob Thomas. They start by warming up their vocal chords, which is essential so no one injures their voice while singing. Though it is just a rehearsal, Mitchell and the other members treat it as if it is no different from the real competition. “Sing as if this warmup is your favorite thing ever,” Mitchell tells them, taking no breaks from perfecting every area they will be judged on. After warming up they

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Note to Self, an a cappella group at Ball State University, qualified for the International Competition of Collegiate A cappella semifinals. This is the first time a Ball State a cappella group has made it this far in the competition.

move on to “This Love” without choreography at first, making sure each member is on the right track and their notes are crisp. The group stands in a circle while they sing, feeding off each other’s energy and encouraging other members with nods and smiles. The men of Note to Self are serious throughout rehearsal. With only a short time before semifinals, it’s crunch time. Though the group rehearses just five hours a week, there is a lot of background work that goes on away from practice that not many people realize, said Note to Self coordinator Casey Kitchen. “Honestly, I feel like a lot of people think we just get together and maybe spend like a half an hour and sing a couple songs together and mash ’em up. But, no,” Kitchen said. “Not even just rehearsal, there’s a lot of things going on in the background with the executive board. ... So many hours and hours are put into arranging music and planning events and deciding in what direction the group should go.” Tensions can be high when the group is worried about getting the performance right, but putting on a great show, is what makes it all worth it — something that rang true for Note to Self at the quarterfinal competition. “When we got onstage, we dropped everything and had a great show, and afterwards, it was ridiculous and we were all just like jumping up and down and screaming and hugging each other. It was just a wonderful moment,” De Re said. “I would say the moment after you put on a fantastic show and you’re around people who totally agree with you, that’s probably my favorite part about competing.”

‘Pitch Perfect’ Phenomenon

Around the time the movie “Pitch Perfect” was released in 2012, the “a cappella boom” at Ball State had just begun,said John Kenneth Steele, coordinator of a cappella group Unexpected Resolution. “The timing couldn’t have been better,” he said. Note to Self, the longest running a cappella group on campus, was formed in 2011. The movement soon gained traction and three

more groups were created, thanks, in part, to the blockbuster hit. “We see a lot of people at our callout meetings and our audition weekend who may have sang in high school or at church while they were growing up, but they don’t have any formal experience with a cappella, but because of the movies they wanted to give it a shot,” Steele said. The first question many people ask about a cappella is, “Isn’t it just like ‘Pitch Perfect’?” In some ways, Steele said, the movie is an accurate picture of what a cappella is really like. “We spend a lot of late nights together in rehearsal, we hangout on weekends … and your group honestly becomes like a second family,” he said. The community aspect is also what originally drew De Re to the a cappella scene. “Like a couple other people in the group, after seeing ‘Pitch Perfect,’ it changed my life, of course, and I knew that with being in a new school, the community here and a cappella scene ... was going to be a brotherhood and just a lot of fun,” he said. The sisterhood that the ladies in “Pitch Perfect” form is very similar to how close the members of an a cappella become throughout their time together. Payton Gallardo, coordinator of a cappella group Sedoctave and public relations chair of Association of Collegiate A cappella (ACA), said the intensity of practice portrayed in the movie is accurate to how the groups prepare for their ICCA competition — the same one that is shown in the movie. But there are also some stark differences, Gallardo said. “A lot of the things you see in the movie make a cappella seem like a very competitive area of music when, in reality, it isn’t,” she said. “When we go to the ICCA there is competition, but at the end of the day we all get together and do what we love, which is make music.” Mitchell, Note to Self ’s music director, shared this feeling. Though there might be rivalries at other schools, Ball State’s a cappella groups function more as friends than competitors. He also said even though the music direc-

tors want to push their ensemble to look and sound good, they aren’t always as strict as the leaders of the groups in the movie. It may not be 100 percent accurate to real a cappella, but Mitchell said he still enjoys a cappella movies and shows. “I’m always excited when there’s a movie or TV show about music because there is so much to learn,” he said. The Community Though Note to Self is the only Ball State group to make it this far in the ICCA competitions, members from the other a cappella groups on campus couldn’t be happier for them. “A cappella brings us all together,” said Michaela Upchurch, a member of a cappella group Ladies’ Choice. “We’re not pitted against each other, we just want to support and see each other succeed.” The ladies won’t be traveling to St. Louis with Note to Self because of scheduling conflicts, but they plan to make cupcakes and serenade them at one of their final rehearsals this week — something the groups do often. “Actually, Note to Self surprised us the other week by coming into our rehearsal, serenading us and giving us each red roses,” said Olivia Coomer, associate coordinator for Ladies’ Choice. “This was their way of saying they would miss us in St. Louis, and it was so darn sweet.” The groups also get together often to play wallyball and for monthly movie nights. Coomer also said they make sure to support fellow a cappella members in other performances they’re a part of, as many are vocal performance and musical theatre majors. ACA, which formed in 2014, is the student-run organizing body for all four of Ball State’s a cappella groups — Note to Self, Ladies’ Choice, Unexpected Resolution and Sedoctave. ACA plans events for the groups to collaborate on and social events that are open to all members, according to Steele, also the vice president of ACA. “Because of how new everything was, I wouldn’t say that we exactly knew the best way to support one another [before ACA formed],” Steele said.

“Ever since we’ve had ACA, we’ve definitely become more supportive and active as a community. Having the structure and guidance has made collaboration between the groups a lot easier and more common.” The closeness of the groups in ACA is something that helps new a cappella members feel welcome within the community. “As a freshman coming in, I really wasn’t prepared to be opened up into this giant family-like organization,” said Luiza Vitucci, a member of Ladies’ Choice. It’s not only the Ball State a cappella groups that are close. Ladies’ Choice musical director Andrea Mellum said the rest of the Mid-American Conference a cappella groups, known better as “MACappella,” form a close community as well. Kitchen also noted the sense of brotherhood is one of his favorite parts of being in the organization. “Right now I feel like I have a sense of purpose, I’m part of something that’s bigger than myself; that’s a big part of it,” Kitchen said. “The brotherhood you develop, the friendships, … the community of people is just so welcoming.”

One Step Closer

Rehearsal winds down as the time nears 9:30 p.m., and the group runs through the song with choreography one last time before they part for the evening. “Good job, everyone. Great rehearsal tonight,” Kitchen tells the rest of they guys as they break into separate conversations and The begin pulling on brotherhood their jackets. It’s about 10 p.m. you develop, the as the last member leaves the Stu- friendships, … dent Center Music the community Lounge. The chairs of people is just are moved back into the place, the so welcoming. piano now silent. Note to Self is CASEY KITCHEN, one rehearsal clos- Note to Self er to semifinals. Coordinator One step closer to showing the rest of the Midwest region what their tireless work and passion has created. One step closer to their collective dream of being semi-final champions and taking on New York City.

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THERAPY: | CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 After hearing of Ball State’s free counseling sessions and access to therapists who can prescribe medication, Eacret thought she would be able to get a hold on her anxiety and be successful in her education. However, when Eacret tried to schedule an appointment in September, she was told there was about a month wait time. Now, there is a two-anda-half-week wait for regular appointments. Colleges around the country are seeing an increase in students seeking treatment for mental health issues. Mental illness among college students is at an all-time high, according to the American Psychological Association. Just last year, Ball State saw around a 27 percent increase in the Counseling Center’s crisis intake consultations and a 15 percent overall increase in appointments overall from 201314 to 2014-15, according to data from the Counseling Center. In late fall of 2015, Joan Todd, the university’s spokesperson, said the Counseling Center had been operating understaffed, but was in the process of hiring. Just this spring, Todd said the

Counseling Center had filled all of its empty positions. Recent research has shown that although the number of individuals suffering with mental health illnesses like depression and anxiety continue to rise in Indiana, the state has a severe shortage of psychiatrists. A study done by Northeast Indiana Area Health Education Center (NEIAHEC) and the Ball State Office of Institutional Diversity suggests Indiana has almost a quarter of a million individuals living with serious mental illness, with 55 to 60 percent of those adults not receiving counseling or treatment. Jagdish Khubchandani, an assistant professor of community health education and the research analyst for the study, said so many people are not receiving help due to a lack of health care professionals and psychiatric resources. “Indiana … is one of the lowest-spending states for public mental health services,” Khubchandani said. “The state does not give money to this area of health because they do not see the use. That amazes me, because the amount of those suffering is so high, and the amount of professional psychiatrists are so low.” Fewer than 500 psychiatrists have an Indiana license and an active prac-

tice location, according to the research article. The ratio of mental health providers to the state’s population is one of the lowest in the nation, with one full-time provider for more than 750 residents. Lauren Baney, who worked as an intern for the research, said through her research she learned exactly how great the need for services are in Delaware County. In the county health rankings, Delaware County falls significantly below the state. For every mental health worker in the county, there are about 700 people, so Baney said it can be difficult for people to get the services they need. Baney said the Counseling Center is the university’s greatest resource, but it is not always easy and timely for students to receive services from the psychiatrists and counselors. The Counseling Center is usually pretty booked, and about half of the students who go there are ones who just need to talk, she said. “On the other hand, you have those serious cases where people need someone and they can’t get that help — that is an issue statewide that we are trying to point out through our research,” Baney said. “We need more people to be inspired and to want to do this as a

profession. We need to get to the point where if someone needs the help now, they can get it.” Currently, Ball State has about 21,000 undergraduates enrolled and students can make appointments with only five therapists. With around a 4,200-1 student-counselor ratio, the Counseling Center has been pushing for alternative means to help, such as group therapy and meditation sessions. But for students like Eacret, alternatives aren’t always a comfortable choice, and they would rather see a professional. She said she was uncomfortable with an undergraduate student talking to her because of the closeness in age and said meditation just didn’t do much for her. Annemarie Stockton, president of Alive, a suicide prevention and awareness group on campus, said seeking and receiving help is extremely important for students with mental health issues. Without help, Stockton said students could drop out or do something detrimental to their health, like cutting and endangering their life. She also said students need to be aware of these issues. “It’s something no one really talks about, or at least talks about openly and on a grand scale,” she said. “It’s not something that you chose. You wouldn’t go up

to someone with diabetes and say, ‘Hey, get over it.’ And you wouldn’t not talk about it.” Eacret said she felt this impact. Her experiences with the center had deterred her from seeking help, which is a major issue Stockton is striving to eliminate. “I know people who have gone to the Counseling Center, and there’s a huge line to get in or they feel that they’re not made a priority or that their issues aren’t as important as other people as far as a risk goes,” Stockton said. “If the Counseling Center was more staffed like the Health Center was, there would be more immediate care for people who are having issues, and it would be more accessible, and I think people would be more willing to go.” Although some students have had negative experiences with the Counseling Center, when Annie Burnett, a sophomore BFA acting major, sought help for depression, she said the Counseling Center was wonderful. She said she did have to initially wait about three weeks for an appointment but once she got the treatment, it was beneficial. Burnett said she wishes people wouldn’t be so negative toward the center. Cathy Whaley, NEI-AHEC Director and lead author of the report, said in a press

release the state can overcome these issues by looking at ways to improve the Indiana health care workforce and the assessment of people’s health status. “[NEI-AHEC] provides many training and education opportunities to students and community members across Indiana, especially those who are interested in mental health professions,” Whaley said in the release. “The unmet mental health needs of Indiana citizens can easily be met with increased funding toward the issue, better policies and greater commitment for those who have mental health problems.” By publishing the study, the NEI-AHEC and Ball State Office of Institutional Diversity are starting to move in the right direction, Baney said. “We are moving in the right direction talking about mental illness and health because people are becoming more comfortable, aware and accepting,” Baney said. “I have had issues with mental health and I used to not want to tell anyone, but now I am open and talk about my counselor and I love it; it’s like a gift to me. If we start making a shift to looking at it like a gift instead of, ‘You have something wrong with you,’ we would break the stigma and possibly see major change within mental health statistics.”

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As part of the My Voice campaign, the Digital Corps’ User Experience team hosted its last of two focus groups on Wednesday. The first project the group will be working on is Wi-Fi on campus.

“A lot of the information that’s shown up has been that we might need to make some fixes to Ball State’s Wi-Fi, but also a big part of it is changing the way Ball State communicates and changing the way Ball State talks to its students and the way Ball State’s departments talk to each other,”

Barry said. He said SGA was crucial in this because it’s a unifying force on campus that touches everyone else. The team said it is hard to say a timeline for when the charter will be done, but when it is completed it will be presented to the president’s cabinet. They do not have to approve the charter because it is comprised of suggestions and information. Phil Repp, vice president for information technology,

Jack’s Donuts to open in Muncie mid-May Shop to provide fresh doughnuts, coffee each day

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In mid-May, Jack’s Donuts will open its fifth Indiana location in Muncie. Owner Gus Goggin, a senior general studies major at Ball State, said he enjoys working in the food and service industry, which is why he decided to open Jack’s Donuts instead of going to graduate school. He said Muncie has grown to feel like home to him. “I wanted to do something where I could be involved in the community, and a doughnut shop, as silly as it is, is ... a great way to be in schools and churches and groups like that,” he said. “At first, it was like, ‘That would be amazing if that actually happened,’ and then the more I looked into it, it was like, ‘This could actually happen.’” Goggin got the idea to open the shop in October, and he has been working full time at the original Jack’s Donuts location in New Castle, Ind., where he grew up.

Goggin said Jack’s is “almost a part of the community” in New Castle. When he first contacted corporate about fundraising, he was worried about rejection because of his age and other reasons, but the doors continued to open for him. He said going to school while opening a doughnut shop has given him “senioritis times 20.” However, he said his classes and encouragement from professors have gotten him to where he is now. He started off studying English education and English, but for his last semester he had to choose between being a full-time student and opening the franchise. So instead of putting the company on the back burner, he became a general studies major instead. Goggin will make doughnuts at the shop while his wife does bookkeeping and works up front. The store will have fresh, homemade doughnuts every day, as well as coffee and other drinks. “It can be a coffee shop where you sit and do homework and study, or it can be a late-night stop where you just grab a dozen doughnuts and go on to the next thing,” Goggin said. “We want it to

just be a blast, even if you’re there for two minutes or if you’re there for two hours. ... We really do want to be an uplifting part of people’s day.” Goggin said he plans to have a Reese’s doughnut, a doughnut with strawberry cream cheese, a doughnut topped with mint icing and pizza-sized doughnuts in the case. Other stores make the giant doughnuts, but not display them. In the fall, Goggin said he would like to have a doughnut cart in the Village at night, or come to campus every Friday. Lee Marcum is the CEO of Jack’s Donuts and lives in Muncie. He said Goggin knows what it takes to make Jack’s work in Muncie. “Just because he’s so young, I’m really excited for him to really get this experience, because he’s going to get more experience in the first six months than you can get [in] years at a career,” Marcum said. “A lot of times people don’t know that when you own your own business, nothing’s gonna get done unless you do it. ... It’s gonna be awesome, and I’m happy for [Goggin].” Junior psychology ma-

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For more updates on My Voice or to share your input, visit studentchange.bsu.edu or email myvoice@bsu.edu “Often, the university is serving the students, so it’s important that the students get involved and that they can voice their problems and concerns with the university, and then the university can go about and fix those so then in the future, it won’t be a problem.”

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