MUNCIE, Ind. - In a last-ditch effort to  gain good press before the academic year ends, the Ball State University Police Department (UPD) alleged to appoint children’s TV star Peppa Pig as a new officer.      This decision follows the arrest of five protesters at a previous board meeting, in addition to having four UPD cars parked outside the Administration Building during a flash protest supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that the university has cut.       Some students view UPD as out-of-touch and doing too much.      So, what does UPD do to fix their reputation? Hire Peppa Pig. Despite failing her training and writing "I love muddy puddles" on every question for her entry exam, Peppa somehow got the job.      The hire comes ahead of a May 2nd protest regarding DEI cuts, Board Member Brian Gallagher, and the university’s financial investments in Cisco and Car...

       MUNCIE, Ind. - In an unprecedented legal maneuver, the Muncie Police Department has begun posting official court summonses at various locations across Ball State University’s campus—specifically, at the favorite hangout spots of the university’s infamous Canadian Geese.      This comes after an anonymous post to a Facebook Ball State parents group, saying their child has been attacked by a goose.       "We are taking legal action. This is out of control! Now we have a big fat ambulance and ER bill," the parent posted.     While no court records are available, it appears the parent is suing the geese collectively, instead of the university.      Early this morning, a large group of Ball State alumni, along with the Kratt brothers from the PBS Kids show "Wild Kratts," have been spotted surveying the campus for geese, jotting down their exact coordinates.       Now, th...