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Soulja Boy to perform after women’s Little 500 race

By Patrick Craig · Friday, March 27,2009 12:35 a.m.

Soulja Boy, who became famous in 2007 for his hit single “Crank That,” will be performing April 24 – the day of the women’s Little 500 race – at the tailgate fields.

Veteran rider Jaime Boswell and Wing It captain Kristi Hewitt make their way through turn three March 10 at Bill Armstrong Stadium race track.

Teams prepare for quals, 8 men’s teams to be cut

By Nathan Hart · Friday, March 27,2009 12:33 a.m.

In total, 41 men’s teams and 31 women’s teams plan to run a four-lap solo qualification attempt at Bill Armstrong Stadium all day Saturday.

IU's Malik Story celebrates from the floor after he was fouled while shooting late in IU's 67-63 loss to No. 21 Minnesota on Jan. 25 at Assembly Hall. Story had 14 points off the bench.

Story’s end: Freshman to transfer from IU

By Matt Dollinger · Friday, March 27,2009 12:30 a.m.

Freshman Malik Story will transfer from IU at semester's end, University officials announced Thursday night.

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Friday, March 27,2009 12:29 a.m.

Here's what happened in IU athletics.

IU moves to WNIT quarters

By Jeremy Rosenthal · Friday, March 27,2009 12:27 a.m.

The Hoosiers captured a 75-67 victory against Bowling Green on Thursday night in the third round of the WNIT.

The IU water polo team practices Feb. 28 at the Counsilman/Billingsley Aquatic Center.

From club sport to team with national credentials, water polo shines at IU

By Andrew Wyder · Friday, March 27,2009 12:22 a.m.

Three women – Maryann Lekas, Amy Pankoke and Natasha Kuberski – came together in spring 1994 to form the women’s water polo club.

IUSA debate focuses on economic concerns

By Alyssa Goldman · Friday, March 27,2009 12:22 a.m.

Nearly 50 students attended for the opportunity to hear what each of the three IUSA tickets – Red-Hot, Btown and ONE University – had to say about the issues.

Junior pitcher Eric Arnett releases a throw during the third inning of a game against Xaver March 26, 2008 at Sembower field. The Hoosiers came from behind to win the game 10-4.

Arnett posts surprising start from the mound

By Greg Rosenstein · Friday, March 27,2009 12:19 a.m.

By means of a dominant fastball and slider, the Pataskala, Ohio, native has quietly transformed into one of the most feared pitchers in the Big Ten. Arnett currently leads the Hoosiers in wins (4-1), ERA (2.57), strikeouts (35) and innings pitched (35).

Insurgents kill 9 police in southern Afghanistan

Friday, March 27,2009 12:17 a.m.

Insurgents staged two attacks against police in Afghanistan on Thursday, killing nine officers and wounding six others, officials said, in the latest violence against the lightly armed force that has born the brunt of rising attacks across the country.

Bobcat walks into Arizona bar; 2 men wounded

Friday, March 27,2009 12:16 a.m.

A bobcat attacked three people in the central Arizona community of Cottonwood, including two men who were bitten by the animal after it wandered inside a bar.

Condom uproar latest message problem for pope

Friday, March 27,2009 12:15 a.m.

From the Gospel to Google, the church has been seeking ways to announce the word of Christ for 2,000 years.

17 injured after tornado rips through Mississippi

Friday, March 27,2009 12:14 a.m.

Severe weather across the South unleashed tornadoes in rural Mississippi, including one that shattered dozens of homes, flattened a church and injured at least 17 people, authorities said Thursday.

Junior catcher Josh Phegley throws a ball during practice Thursday afternoon at Sembower Field. He will lead IU in its first Big Ten game Friday against Minnesota.

Junior catcher Josh Phegley leads IU into Big Ten

By DeAntae Prince · Friday, March 27,2009 12:14 a.m.

Possessing ability within the diamond, even his teammates rave about him, dubbing him “Mr. Hands.” However, it will take more than one man to win games in the Big Ten. No one knows that more than Phegley heading into IU’s 3 p.m. Friday conference opener against Minnesota.

Challenge minimizes energy, encourages lights off for 1 hour

By Anna Batcheller · Friday, March 27,2009 12:08 a.m.

As part of the IU Energy Challenge to minimize energy consumption in dorms and greek houses, Earth Hour is a global initiative to turn off lights and other electrical appliances from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday.

Voices and Visions to sponsor media workshop

By Margaret Ely · Friday, March 27,2009 12:07 a.m.

Voices and Visions, an IU organization focused on promoting a dialogue between Muslims and non-Muslims, will be sponsoring a workshop for journalists in Bloomington and the surrounding area.

Fun walk raises money for child surgery

By Bailey Loosemore · Friday, March 27,2009 12:04 a.m.

The Operation Smile Student Association at IU will put on the Miles for Smiles Fun Walk to raise money for Operation Smile, a nationwide charity that funds facial reconstructive surgeries for children The walk will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Dunn Meadow.

Self-defense seminar teaches protection

Friday, March 27,2009 12:03 a.m.

Martial Arts expert Dave Castoldi will teach a “Defense Against Knife Attack” seminar from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday in the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation room 169.

Korean Night hopes to draw all cultures

By MaryJane Slaby · Friday, March 27,2009 12:02 a.m.

There will be dancing, music, games and displays at this year’s Korean Night. And afterward, there will be a quiz. The fifth annual Korean Night will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Willkie Auditorium. The interactive culture night is sponsored by the Korean Student Association and has a “time machine” theme.

Students can play for charity

By Gordon W. Buchanan · Thursday, March 26,2009 11:57 p.m.

For those who want to relive their fall tailgating memories, the third annual Campus Cornhole Championships might be just the ticket. The event is being held at 8 p.m. Saturday at Templeton Elementary at 1400 S. Brenda Lane.

Vibration Frustration

By Tyler Chernesky · Thursday, March 26,2009 11:51 p.m.

My name is Tyler, and I have a problem.

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