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Annual Spirit of Sport ends 30-year run

By Brandi Baldwin · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 11:47 p.m.

Spirit of Sport, the annual event that showcased IU's various athletic clubs, will not be returning for the first time in 30 years. "Spirit of Sport has really accomplished its goals and it's no longer novel; it's no longer unique," said Kathy Bayless, director of Campus Recreational Sports and assistant dean for the School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation.

IU wrestlers arrested, suspended

By Kristi Oloffson · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 11:46 p.m.

Bloomington Police arrested two IU wrestlers Monday after more than a month of investigating a Dec. 3, 2006, incident in which the two were involved in a fight near Kilroy's Sports Bar, 319. N. Walnut St.

IU offers individualized options for artistic students

By Kelsey Nash · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 11:32 p.m.

Senior Catherine Reynolds said she knew as a freshman that she didn't want to pursue any major the University offered. After speaking with her literature professor, Ray Hedin, she learned she didn't have to.

Around the Arts

Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 11:08 p.m.

The Trickle Down Effect presents free show at IMU

Rethinking Tattoos

By Michelle Manchir · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 11 p.m.

I'd never given body art much thought. It seemed like a dangerous, rigid culture, in which I -- a Catholic-schooled, perpetually optimistic small-town girl -- had no place. As a little girl, when media formed my opinions on essentially everything, I took in the large, inked convicts I saw on "Cops" with wonder and fear. Later, with years of life experience and a media-literate mind, I viewed the "tatted" as interesting, artsy folk with whom I had little in common.

ARTiFACTs

Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 10:35 p.m.

What: "Number 11" by American Jackson Pollock 1949. Duco, aluminum and paint on canvas

IU folk dancing fosters togetherness, tells stories

By Ryan Gregg · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 10:34 p.m.

Checking out the Frangipani Room in the Indiana Memorial Union at 7 p.m. Fridays, a passer-by would witness people dancing joyously in a circle to European music. And it wouldn't be out of the ordinary --just another weekly meeting of the IU International Folkdancers.

Neal-Marshall exhibit examines calypso craze, discusses origins

By Rorye O'Connor and Rorye O'Conner · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 10:32 p.m.

It was the craze that, for a short time, almost killed rock 'n' roll. Calypso, that is. Students can discover calypso music at the Calypso Music in Postwar America exhibit's opening reception at 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center Grand Hall, 275 N. Jordan Ave.

Jordan River Forum

By Aparna Venkatraman · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:41 p.m.

Student chant result of paying more for worse seats "Stand up, old people." Mildy innappropriate? Yes. Extremely humorous? Yes. Regardless of what you think, this chant draws attention to a big issue: student tickets.

Slanderous Stimson

By Thomas Wachtel · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:34 p.m.

Last week, a member of the Bush administration said something stupid. Although that happens a lot, this instance was particularly notable. Charles "Cully" Stimson, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for detainee affairs at the Pentagon, used a radio interview to condemn the lawyers who represent inmates at the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Stimson suggested boycotts of firms that represent such defendants. The Pentagon has since stated that Stimson does not speak for the administration.

An easy choice

By Abram Hess · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:31 p.m.

On a crisp autumn evening as I jogged past Bryan Park, a crunchy old townie stopped me and asked me to sign her petition. I replied that I would need to know what I was petitioning before providing my signature. So this old, gray hippy lady -- let's call her Alice -- informed me that her organization wanted to end the euthanizing of animals at the Bloomington Animal Shelter.

'Idol' fast forward

By Colin Dugdale · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:29 p.m.

Ten minutes into the movie "Click," I found myself writhing with ferocious anal pain.

'CSI: Baghdad'

By Edward Delp · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:27 p.m.

It just gets better and better. That is my reaction to the latest round of executions coming out of Iraq. In the latest twist, the head of Saddam's half brother, Barzan Ibrahim al-Tikriti, was severed during his execution. While I think we can all agree that al-Tikriti and his execution mate Awad Hamed al-Bandar were bad men and deserved to die, the debate about the humanity of this execution remains.

Applying for excellence

By Aparna Venkatraman · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 9:25 p.m.

Every year it happens: hype and hysteria surrounding the latest trend, product, craze or movie. When these products or modes of entertainment require physical in-store points of sale -- such as the Xbox 360 or Nintendo Wii -- there come the inevitable crowds waiting patiently in long lines. Those who are fortunate, qualified or willing to pay the highest price will obtain their coveted prize. Sadly, some will be denied, forced to wallow in their own self-pity until Wal-Mart restocks and offers a lower price.

Throwin' punchlines

By Mike Abrams · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 8:43 p.m.

Stick a fork in me because I'm done. Finished. Completed. Ruined. Dead. OK, maybe not dead, but my short, glorious career is over. On Wednesday, the Indiana Pacers decided to participate in a "blockbuster" trade involving eight players.

British Invasion won't help MLS

By Andrew Shaffer · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 8:40 p.m.

Major League Soccer has a problem. It has enjoyed steady success since its 1996 inaugural season. It has expanded to 13 teams, and its newest -- the Houston Dynamo -- recently won the league's championship in its second year of existence. The MLS is heading north in 2007 by establishing a new franchise in Toronto, the league's first claim in Canada.

Pacers trade Jackson, Harrington to Warriors

By Greg Beacham · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 8:38 p.m.

OAKLAND, Calif. -- The Indiana Pacers traded Al Harrington and Stephen Jackson to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday for forwards Troy Murphy and Mike Dunleavy as part of an eight-player deal designed to shake up two struggling teams.

Faking it

By C. Warner Sills and Michael Reschke · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 7:51 p.m.

IU's reputation as a party school has historically caused University officials to cringe, and students to work even harder to uphold it. However, defending the party title can be costly to many undergraduates who opt to enter the bar scene early with fake IDs. Possessing a fake ID is a Class C infraction and is punishable by up to $500 in fines, said Indiana Excise Police officer R. McDonald. The demand for fake IDs has also created an onslaught of students who choose to chance the law by creating the IDs. Making fake IDs is a Class D felony, punishable by up to $1,000 in fines and up to a year in jail, McDonald said. Indiana State Police Cpl. and Bloomington District Duty Officer Eric Dunn said he has seen many fake IDs in his career but admits several offenders slip through the cracks.

Behind the bar

By C. Warner Sills and Nick O'Neill · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 7:49 p.m.

After a night out sampling Bloomington's extensive and diverse bar scene, students might stumble home wondering why they've danced the night away under fake ivy or drowned the stresses of a hectic week with a potent concoction named after an animal. Each bar has its quirks and history that have endeared it to students and Bloomington residents alike. Now, WEEKEND goes behind the bars to reveal some of the their best-kept secrets.

Movies, music and the iPhone

By C. Warner Sills and Michael Mellini · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2007 7:46 p.m.

Ahh January, what a crappy month. All the studios dump movies that weren't good enough to be released last year, and TV has yet to pull stunts for February sweeps. One can't help but fantasize of better things to come. Here's a look at some of the most anticipated entertainment events of 2007: