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We're a couple weeks delayed, but want to recognize all of our recent CS grads. We caught photos of a few of you. (More photos in the first comment.) If we missed you, please post a photo from the day in the comments. Congrats everyone!
OTD: April 25, 1961: Noyce Awarded Patent for "Integrated Circuit"
US Patent Office issues Robert Noyce a patent for the silicon integrated circuit. They replace transistors in computers, allowing the machines to be significantly smaller.
https://t.co/VHUdnAvyxP
The Ball State 26th semi-annual CS 1 Art Show is today! Our #CS1 course uses a #MediaComputation approach. 14 students are displaying their work on combining images in an #ArtShow. Take a look!⤵️
https://t.co/0RfubJCJlH
@BallStateCSH #ComputerArt@ProfLargent
OTD: 04/08/1991: Java Development Begins in Earnest
Sun's Java team moves from Sun Microsystems to work in secret on its "Oak" development project (later re-named #Java).
Source: https://t.co/v2F624J5mo
On April 1, 2026, Dr. Travis Faas heroically stepped onto the Ball State University pool deck to represent the department in the 2026 #OneBallState Day Splash n Dash Challenge. This video documents that event.
https://t.co/Zlcr6Hu9x9
Your contributions to the BSU Computer Science department on #OneBallState Day will support student trips, research, and other activities. These experiences will have such a big impact on our students, and we are grateful for your support! Thank you for your contributions.
Jason Yoder, class of 2026: “I'm glad I'm a CS major at Ball State because we don’t just learn theory—we actually build things and gain real-world experience along the way.”
Donate today to support our students’ learning opportunities. https://t.co/SbgvRBiieK #OneBallState
It's #OneBallState Day! Your generous donation will be used to enhance our students' learning experiences. https://t.co/SbgvRBiieK
Need a reason to give? Consider these challenges and donate to help us meet them today. https://t.co/xBopS7Zco3
Make Prof @ProfLargent Dye His Hair: When donations to the CS department reach $2,500, he will donate $250 to the department, and when the donations reach $5,000, he'll also (temporarily) dye his hair a color chosen by his current students. https://t.co/SbgvRBiieK #OneBallState
Dash & Splash: The Dash & Splash participant who raises the most between 12–1 PM will win $1,000 for the fund they’re racing for. Support our entrant, Dr. Travis Faas. Set an alarm and donate between Noon and 1:00 PM. https://t.co/SbgvRBiieK #OneBallState
Yes, it is April Fool’s Day, but it’s also #OneBallState Day. We’ll be posting different things all day. Watch this space and support our the students in our department. https://t.co/SbgvRBiieK
Meet Dr. Huiting Xu 👋🏼 She is excited to be teaching at Ball State where she can guide and support her students toward success by sharing her experience and knowledge with them.
Get to know her ⬇️
https://t.co/h8dfk0FroO
OTD: 3/27/1976: 20-Year Old Bill Gates Gives Opening Address to the First Annual World Altair Computer Convention in Albuquerque, NM. MITS, the company that developed the Altair, had set up shop to develop its kit computer, which was a hit among hobbyists.
https://t.co/EyhavnRnK4
OTD: March 21, 2006: Jack Dorsey Sends First Tweet
The origins of Twitter came out of a brainstorming session at the podcasting company Odeo. Jack Dorsey sent the first message at 9:50am on March 21st, 2006 - "just setting up my twttr."
https://t.co/u3FDA3jCNq
OTD February 24, 1955: Apple Computer co-founder Steve Jobs is born. Jobs was instrumental in developing the Macintosh, the computer that took Apple to unprecedented levels of success.
https://t.co/PiTN7TXYYa
OTD: February 19, 1971: The First Warrant Is Issued to Search a Computer Storage Device
Although the requirements for obtaining such a warrant were similar to those for searching a home, they ushered in a new era.
https://t.co/JNf0L3lxNM
"Is There Life After Code?"
Hüseyin Ergin, Associate Professor, Ball State University
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 in RB104 at 3:00 PM
More details: https://t.co/IjVtWcWsOy
"Artificial Intelligence: Good or Bad for Business?"
Presented By: Kemus Ohale – Vice President of Global Information Security at Lippert
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM in RB 104
Details: https://t.co/O4VGYryjwf