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IU sunflower genetics expert wins 'genius' grant

Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:38 a.m.

An IU biology professor who is an expert on sunflower genetics was among 24 winners Sunday of this year's $500,000 MacArthur Foundation "genius grants." Loren Rieseberg, 42, said he was stunned to learn that he is now in an elite group of scientists, scholars and artists.

Danielle Steel opens gallery with 'love' theme

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:34 a.m.

SAN FRANCISCO -- An art collector for most of her life, best-selling author Danielle Steel is opening a gallery of her own, full of the kind of art she loves best.

Annual art festival raises money

By Lynndi Lockenour · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:33 a.m.

Janet French, a member of The High Flyers Trapeze Club, was flying high above the crowd during her trapeze performance at the 21st annual Third and High Festival of the Arts, a fundraiser for St. Charles Catholic School in Bloomington.

Classical guitarist leaves his qudiences speechless

By Josh Millrod · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:32 a.m.

Few performers start a concert with an apology, and usually it is not a good sign when they do. In Paul Vondiziano's case, the apology spoke more of his humility and supreme love for performing than his ability. "The guitar is a very sensitive instrument," Vondiziano said before he began playing.

Exhibit features local artist

By Rebecca Rutherford · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:30 a.m.

Deep purples, vibrant blues and calming portraits of humans, chalices and lotus flowers line the second floor walls of the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre. Patricia Coleman's friends and family mingled Friday night at the opening of her art exhibit "The Purple Show," which runs until Oct. 31.

Job market improving for grads

By Mike Malik · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:15 a.m.

Jo Guthrie, an elementary education major, is graduating in May, but she is not worried about finding a job. She has researched where teaching positions are available all over the country. "I am going into teaching so I know a lot of places where there are positions open and I know a lot of places where positions aren't open," she said. Mark Brostoff, associate director for undergraduate career services, recognizes that some seniors might not be as confident as Guthrie.

Retired Indian official discusses diplomacy

By Paul Musgrave · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:14 a.m.

Terrorism, border disputes and a nuclear-armed Pakistan are the highest national security challenges facing India today, retired Indian Army Gen. V. P. Malik said Friday in his lecture address at IU.

Internet searches help seniors looking for jobs

By Colin Burns · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:13 a.m.

The Internet boom in the 1990s brought unprecedented access to the job market at the touch of a keyboard. Sites such as monster.com and hotjobs.com are helpful for students looking for internships or jobs.

Career Center offers students job search help

By Mike Malik · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:12 a.m.

The Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave., offers students everything from resume tips to information about graduate schools. Arlene Hill, associate director of the Arts and Science Placement Office at the CDC, said there are many services within the CDC that help students search for a job. Career Counseling Services advises all freshmen and sophomores regardless of major and provides counseling on how to choose a major.

Departments plan career fairs

By Rachel Ward · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:11 a.m.

When Chris Hammer comes to IU in search of new employees at career fairs, he's looking for students that stand out professionally from the crowd. Hammer, assistant client manager for the Kraft-Miller team at AC Nielsen, a Chicago marketing firm, comes to the fairs with only 13 slots for interviews, and he usually sees about 150 to 170 hopeful students.

Up all night

By Rachel Ward · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:10 a.m.

Sitting at her desk freshman year with a vanilla cappuccino in hand, Kasey Nussmeier stared at her empty computer screen. Wishing she had started her English paper earlier, she prepared to stay up all night to finish it.

Police prepare for weekend Homecoming festivities

By Brandon Morley and Brandon S Morley · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:08 a.m.

Homecoming Week 2003 begins today as alumni return to the campus and students prepare for this weekend's festivities, including Friday's parade and Saturday's football game against Northwestern. But the IU Police Department is also preparing.

Conference discusses faith-based services

Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:08 a.m.

Economists and academics from other social science fields packed Wylie Hall Friday and Saturday to discuss faith-based social services and the problems associated with evaluating service providers.

Greek Week changes format

By Ben Cunnighman and Ben Cunningham · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:08 a.m.

Greek Week 2003 kicks off today with a blood drive for the American Red Cross as part of the week's festivities, which coincide with Homecoming. The celebration, "Greekstock '03: Five Days of Greeks and Music," is planned in conjunction with Homecoming this year to promote stronger participation from the greek community, said Rebecca Neale, vice president of programming for the Panhellenic Association.

Registration deadline looms

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:08 a.m.

The window of opportunity for students and Bloomington residents to make a difference in the November election is getting smaller. The last chance to register to vote in the upcoming November election is at 4 p.m. today. Voter registration began May 31, but Deputy Registrar Barbara Borrill said there are always people who wait until the last minute. Borrill said whether voters register in May or today, one vote in an election can mean everything.

Bloomington community offers volunteer opportunities

By Mike Malik · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:08 a.m.

Senior Liz McOuat has been helping her community since she was 5 years old, when she volunteered with her church. In high school, she started her own club called Students Taking A New Direction. Her club introduced students to volunteering opportunities in their community. In college, she is on the executive board of the Timmy Foundation, which provides health care for children.

Leadership roles essential for resume

By Mike Malik · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:06 a.m.

Junior Amy Wanninger has been participating in extracurricular activities since high school. Currently, she is the Union Board director of Student Voice, a position in which she coordinates programs the organization brings to campus. "I fell in love with it and I wanted to become a more concrete part of it I guess," she said.

IU junior runs for city clerk

By Jenny Viviano · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:05 a.m.

Ever since the 1992 presidential election -- when he was in fourth grade --Matt Stevenson has been captivated by politics. I always wanted to stay up and watch Ross Perot and the paid advertisements he had on during prime time," Stevenson said.

Wow with your resume

By Patrick Commiskey · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:04 a.m.

The function of most resumes is to win an interview, said Mark Brostoff, Associate Director of Career Placement Services at the Kelley School of Business. We all know we need one, but what makes a really good resume? "You need your first, middle and last name. And your address and phone number. Then start with start with your education," said Lena Le, a sophomore business major.

Learn how to ace the interview

By Rachel Ward · Monday, Oct. 6,2003 2:03 a.m.

Senior marketing major Brandon Hunt has been preparing for his career through internships since his sophomore year. Now, he's preparing for the real thing -- finding a job.