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Best study spots
Choosing where to study in Bloomington means knowing how you like to study. Group thinkers don’t have much fun in quiet locations, and wallflowers can be terrified by the sheer size of the Herman B Wells Library. Knowing who you are, or just how you like to absorb information, will make life easier when crunch time rolls around.
The textbook dilemma: rent or buy?
Buying at a bookstore tends to be the most expensive option. Although there are a variety of alternatives, some students still prefer the traditional way. However, with the help of the Internet, students now have the option to rent or buy books online, and they can even purchase them in the form of e-books.
A distinguished campus: famous IU alumni
Today IU boasts more than 600,000 living alumni. Some names are more familiar than others. Here are a few, past and present, you might recognize.
Get to know your administration
The IU administration is made up of more than 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.
Words of wisdom
Leaders from across campus offer advice on how to prepare for the first year at IU. From the practical to the philosophical, they’ve got you covered.
IU sports to watch
So you know about Assembly Hall and the five championship banners. By now, you get it — the men’s basketball team is sort of a big deal here. But IU has 24 NCAA Division I teams. And, with the exception of football and men’s basketball, all home games are free with your student ID.
The biggest little race
Each spring, hundreds of students turn into athletes in the largest collegiate cycling race in the country, and the biggest intramural event at IU, when they ride in the Little 500.
Lotus Festival
The Lotus World Music and Arts Festival, which will take place Sept. 18-21 this year, is an annual celebration of the cultures that make up Bloomington.
Going greek?
IU is home to one of the largest greek communities in the nation. But with four major councils, which one’s right for you? Here’s a rundown of the nationally recognized greek organizations on campus.
See a show at the IU Auditorium
The IU Auditorium offers a variety of shows throughout the year.
Sounds of Bloomington
In a college town with one of the top music schools in the nation, there is bound to be local music talent. Throw in a variety of bars and live music venues, and almost every day of the week offers a new musical opportunity.
The bucket list
You’ve heard about nightlife at IU, but what happens during the day? Here are some suggestions on how to spend your time.
What is Welcome Week?
Participate in the Welcome Week experience and find new friends, learn about clubs and organizations and enjoy concerts and performances by other student groups.
Schwarber, Travis, DeMuth drafted
Junior catcher Kyle Schwarber was drafted No. 4 overall by the Chicago Cubs and junior first baseman Sam Travis was drafted No. 67 by the Boston Red Sox in the 2014 MLB draft Thursday.
City Council debates restaurant look
A City Council meeting Wednesday brought to debate the appearance of Bloomington's restaurants.
Notable landmarks and legends on campus
Look for the many famous and infamous landmarks around the IU campus.
Herman B Wells' legacy
Before Herman B Wells took charge of IU, the University was just a small Midwestern college with 11,000 students. By the time he died in 2000, it had become a world-renowned institution with more than 90,000 students on eight campuses.
Learn the words to these IU classics
These two tunes will come in handy during your time at IU. Memorized the lyrics to the IU fight song, “Indiana, Our Indiana” and the alma mater, “Hail to Old IU.”
Campus traditions bring IU experience to students
Welcome to IU! Traditions are an important part of any school’s pride and legacy.These traditions help bring together people of all races, cultures and personalities. They also open doors for shy people to emerge from their shells and stand confidently alongside their fellow Hoosiers.
