A new atrium will connect the two academic buildings top to bottom, allowing the sciences to expand while business will move to their new building. Labs, classrooms and the science library will be renovated.
New Social Justice and Diversity core requirement begins implementation phase
After two years of debate, students will have to take SJD designated course after implementation and pilot programs are complete.
Students unsatisfied with BUPD, Dawg Alerts, general campus safety
Recent armed robbery and reported gunshots have put students on edge about Butler campus safety.
Atherton roof construction to be complete April 2018
Construction on Atherton’s roof will continue in the spring semester. The building’s flat roof must be updated every 20 years.
Ball State Interfraternity Council decides 13 fraternities go dry until February 2018
In a period of fraternity probations and closings on campus, Butler’s Greek community reacts to the decision that 13 Ball State fraternities will go dry until February 2018.
Butler students experience residential, HRC robberies
Tuesday, Oct. 17, eight students were robbed at gunpoint in a senior house. The HRC experienced two thefts that same day, along with another one a couple weeks prior. Phones, wallets, laptops and a signed baseball card are among a few things stolen.
Butler alumnus Pres Maxson self-publishes “Pigeon”
Pres Maxson, author and copywriter, publishes second book while balancing day job, family and “passion projects.”
President Danko delivers State of the University address
Butler president addresses 2020 vision, finances, diversity and the university’s accomplishments
360 Proof online alcohol program introduced during Butler Homecoming
A confidential tool for students to receive personalized feedback on their alcohol use launched right before Homecoming weekend.
Butler competes in Alana’s Foundation National College/University Flu Vaccination Challenge
Butler accepts the challenge to administer the most flu shots among other national universities. The challenge brings awareness to health and wellness on campus.