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OrientationPath
A sidewalk sign on East Seventh Street directs new students through the IU campus during Orientation.
OrientationWells
A sign directs new students to register for classes during Orientation.
Peoples Park argument turns into assault, robbery
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Police responded to a man who was battered, kicked and punched by several males around 7:50 p.m. Wednesday along Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington Police Department Sgt. Joe Crider said.The 41-year-old male reported three known male subjects engaged the victim in an argument at Peoples Park. After the argument turned physical, the victim said he tried to leave but was followed by the three men, Crider said.After the victim ran into a restaurant, a patron called police. BPD officers met with the man who said his pursuers stole his bag containing electronic devices. The bag was later found in an alley missing an mp3 player, headphones and an undisclosed sum of cash, Crider said.The victim later became uncooperative with detectives and refused to provide additional information, Crider said.The case was active as of Thursday morning.— Jeff LaFave
Bicyclist arrested for aggravated battery
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Police arrested a 22-year-old man Wednesday night for aggravated battery on the 1200 block of West 12th Street, Bloomington Police Department Sgt. Joe Crider said.Officers responded to a 41-year-old male with a bloody face and lacerations under his eye and nose at around 11 p.m. The victim reported he was walking in the area when Casey Allen Flynn approached him on bicycle and punched him in the face, Crider said. The victim also claimed Flynn took an undisclosed sum of cash from him.Witnesses said they saw a man riding a bicycle and gave the suspect’s name, but officers could not locate him. The same suspect, identified as Flynn, showed up around 12:30 a.m. at the BPD headquarters to speak with police after someone told him the officers wanted to speak with him, Crider said.Flynn said he was at a friend’s house hanging out when the victim threatened to harm him. Flynn reported that he responded “how would you like that if I said that to you?”Flynn said the victim then attempted to batter him, at which point Flynn tried to act in self-defense by punching the victim until he fell to the ground. Flynn then chose to leave on bike, Crider said.Flynn also denied taking money from the alleged victim, Crider said.Flynn was arrested and preliminarily charged with aggravated battery, Crider said. Robbery charges are pending as of Thursday.— Jeff LaFave
Suspect arrested for multiple arson attempts
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Police arrested a man in connection with various arson attempts Wednesday, Bloomington Police Department Sgt. Joe Crider said.Jason McIntosh is suspected of at least two separate March arson incidents in the Kirkwood Avenue and campus area, Crider said. On March 15, a 31-year-old employee of The Venue art gallery on South Grant Street said he observed a male customer, reportedly identified as McIntosh, enter with a black cloth bag and stay a few minutes before leaving. Roughly 10 minutes later, the employee said he noticed the bathroom door was locked. After opening the door, the employee reportedly found a pile of smoldering paint rags in the bathroom. Officers searched for this suspect, but could not locate him.On March 17, a similar arson attempt by a male suspect with a black cloth bag was reported at the Indiana Memorial Union. A second witness happened to be at both the Venue and IMU scenes, Crider said.On March 18, the same Venue employee observed the suspect return to the store. After the employee saw the suspect enter the bathroom, he called the police again. Though a photo array was established, the employee said he was not comfortable making a selection at the time, Crider said.McIntosh denied any arson involvement during a BPD questioning, Crider said.On March 19, a second photo array including both the Venue employee and the second witness from the Venue and IMU arson attempts identified McIntosh. A warrant for McIntosh’s arrest was obtained and served on Wednesday, Crider said.— Jeff LaFave
Three arrested for TV theft
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Police arrested three individuals in connection with a burglary around 9:30 p.m. last night on the northwest side of town, Bloomington Police Department Sgt. Joe Crider said.Officers responded to a report of three suspicious males carrying a television near 19th and Washington streets. A complainant gave directions to officers on how to follow the suspects, which led them to identify the group at an apartment through a curtainless window, Crider said.Officers visited the apartment and knocked on the door where they met with a 22-year-old female believed to be the tenant. Suspect Timothy Taylor, who removed the TV from the previous residence, took off on foot at this time. Police were able to detain him, Crider said.Officers believe Taylor and the other suspects, Calvin Berry and David Freeman, were walking in the area and decided to burglarize residences, Crider said. They were knocking on doors to see if residents were home or if their front doors were unlocked. Freeman, who was cooperative with police, said they group took a Playstation 3 console and a Toshiba laptop in addition to the television.The three suspects were then arrested and taken to the Monroe County Jail. Each suspect faces preliminary charges of burglary, but Taylor faces additional charges of theft and resisting arrest.— Jeff LaFave
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Bicycling Btown
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>Bloomington is crazy about bicycles. And you don’t have to be a Little 500 speedster to appreciate life on two wheels. We’re here to educate you on biking basics, starting in first gear. Try to keep up.“You can get anywhere on campus faster than with any other method of transportation,” Bikesmiths employee Erik Paavola said. “And it saves you a bunch of money.”Paavola said bike shops tend to experience a boom in customer interest during the spring as Bloomington’s weather usually improves from March to mid-April. As a result, many newbies find themselves riding in the streets for the first time, and sharing the road with trucks and buses can be downright intimidating.“People should not necessarily be afraid to ride in the street,” Paavola said. “Ride in the lane. Like, right in the lane. Because it’s your right to do that.”Riding a bicycle on the sidewalk is not only dangerous, it’s illegal in Indiana. Bloomington laws designate a “share the road” policy, treating cyclists as equals to motor vehicles. “If you’re going to ride in the street, you’ve got to stop at stop signs and stoplights or people are going to think you’re an asshole,” Paavola said.Once bicyclists and commuters have mastered the laws of the road, the rest is up to preparation.“If you have a rack or panniers on your bike, putting your stuff there will keep you much cooler,” Paavola said. “When you’re carrying your backpack on your bike, you’re going to get really sweaty. It doesn’t allow you to breathe. Getting the backpack off you, initially, is going to be a big help. You don’t need to get to class as fast as you can.”Lastly, the secret to being a happy cyclist is keeping your bike yours. Investing in a quality lock, like the Kryptonite or OnGuard brands, keeps bike thieves at bay. “If you have a bike that you found or bought on Craiglist for $5 or $10, do whatever with it,” Paavola said. “But if you spent any money on your bike, and your bike means something to you and you want to keep that bike, don’t buy a cable lock. Ever.”Brought your bike?Buy a one-time $10 bike permit from IU Parking Operations. This registers your bike so if your ride ends up missing, you can easily file for stolen property with IUPD.Buying a bike? Consider shopping for a refurbished bike at the Bloomington Community Bike Project, where some are $40 to $50. Volunteering your time at the BCBP can not only teach you bike repair skills, but also earn you a bike for free.Beyond bikesIf you don’t care for biking, there are still other options besides walking to navigate campus.Bus serviceFree to students, IU and city buses pick up all around campus. If you live near the stadium, hop on the A or X buses. Residents of North Jordan and the extension can catch the B bus, while those on the south side should ride the D and E buses. City bus route 9 picks up at Wells Library and drops off at the College Mall.DrivingFreshmen are welcome to bring cars to campus, but should keep in mind they’ll most likely be parking at the stadium with an E parking permit. Turning in the housing contract early means D permits near the dorms may also be available for purchase. For more information, visit parking.indiana.edu.
Man assaulted in his apartment by intruder
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>A 68-year-old man was assaulted around 4:30 p.m. Monday when he returned to his apartment on 3000 S. Walnut St., Bloomington Police Department Sgt. Joe Crider said.The man entered his apartment to see an individual exit from his bathroom. This intruder then stuck the victim on the head, knocking him unconscious, Crider said.When the man came to consciousness at approximately 1 a.m. Tuesday, he noticed his wallet, including his ID, MasterCard and an undisclosed amount of cash, was taken. BPD officers noted a contusion and a small laceration to the victim’s face during his report Tuesday.The case is active and has been forwarded to detectives, but little was known about a suspect description as of Wednesday morning, Crider said.— Jeff LaFave
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A meal order ticket serves a second purpose as a construction note Monday afternoon at Nick's English Hut.
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The first floor dining room of Nick's English Hut sits under construction tarps and work lights Monday afternoon.
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Owner Gregg Rago sipped on a draft beer after working construction from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday afternoon at Nick's English Hut.
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The entrance to Nick's English Hut, which is currently remodeling its first floor, resembles something between traditional decorations and a construction site Monday afternoon.
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A stack of pre-made grass rolls sits in Dunn Meadow Tuesday morning. The famed IU field has been indented by the tire treads of construction vehicles.
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A stack of pre-made grass rolls sits in Dunn Meadow Tuesday morning. The famed IU field has been indented by the tire treads of construction vehicles.
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A stack of pre-made grass rolls sits in Dunn Meadow Tuesday morning. The famed IU field has been indented by the tire treads of construction vehicles.
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A stack of pre-made grass rolls sits in Dunn Meadow Tuesday morning. The famed IU field has been indented by the tire treads of construction vehicles.
Get to know your administration
____simple_html_dom__voku__html_wrapper____>The IU administration is made up of over 100 administrative offices and services, each of which carries out a different task. With so many departments, it’s hard to remember who does what. These are IU’s top three administrators, and here’s what they can do for you.Michael A. McRobbie, presidentMcRobbie was appointed as IU’s 18th president by the IU Board of Trustees on July 1, 2007. As the president, McRobbie is responsible for each of IU’s eight campuses, which has an approximate total budget of $2.7 billion, more than 16,000 faculty and staff and about 100,000 students. McRobbie, a native of Australia, received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Queensland and his doctoral degree from the Australian National University. To contact the Office of the President, call 812-855-4613, email iupres@indiana.edu or visit indiana.edu/~pres/.Lauren Robel, provost and executive vice presidentRobel officially took over the provost position on July 1, 2012. The provost serves as the university's "Chief Academic Officer," overseeing and advancing the interests of undergraduate, graduate, and professional education on campus.Robel is the Val Nolan Professor of Law, and served as the dean of the Maurer School of Law from 2003-2011. Robel graduated summa cum laude from Maurer Law and earned her bachelor's degree with honors from Auburn University. The provost office is located in Bryan Hall Room 100. Her email address is provost@indiana.edu.Harold "Pete" Goldsmith, dean of studentsGoldsmith was named dean of students in 2009 after overseeing student affairs and enrollment at Kent State University. He received his undergraduate and doctoral degrees from IU. “The dean of students leads the Division of Students Affairs,” Goldsmith said. “We provide direct support services for students, try to remove barriers for students and provide programs that enhance students’ educational experience.” The dean’s office can be found in the Indiana Memorial Union. His phone number is 812-855-8187 or email iubdos@indiana.edu.