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In a Word: The American Dream

Ball State University students were asked to summarize the American Dream in one word, and then explain their answer.
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Waking Up From the Dream

With this digital edition we explore the American Dream – a concept that suggests success is a result of an individual's work ethic.
<a href="https://ballbearingsmag.com/contributor/alex-kincaid/">Alex Kincaid</a>, <a href="https://ballbearingsmag.com/contributor/lauren-donahue/">Lauren Donahue</a>·
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The Culture of Fear

Ball Bearings’ first digital edition is titled “The Culture of Fear,” and with it, we explore the ways in which...
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The Cost of College

For our final digital issue, we invite you to read our best stories from the semester and check out coverage from our event
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The American Dream

This week, Ball Bearings sought out an answer to a question that is in the foundation of our nation — “What is the American Dream?”
<a href="https://ballbearingsmag.com/contributor/jackie-miller/">Jackie Miller</a>, <a href="https://ballbearingsmag.com/contributor/vanessa-ford/">Vanessa Ford</a>·
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Black in America

Race, Fear, and how those differences drive our experiences
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Fear in Action

This week, Ball Bearings explores the fears that drive our lives and shape our culture
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The Divide

The American Dream is a concept that some believe is outdated and irrelevant, while others believe it is still achievable.
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Fear of the Unknown

Though built by immigration, America does not always welcome immigrants
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Parenting out of Fear

Despite studies that link mental illness with overprotective, hovering parents, many Americans “helicopter” parent out of a desire to protect their child from harm.
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