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Raising tuition harms all

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, April 8,2002 12:06 a.m.

Trustees agreed unanimously Friday with IU president Myles Brand to raise tuition by percent, along with a $100 per semester technology fee increase, in response to Indiana legislators' inaction on the state's budget deficit. In-state students will see an additional $577.60 on their bursar bills next year, with out-of-state students facing a rise of $1,453.70.

Recap of Zinn's lecture in Bloomington

By Courtney Brooks · Monday, April 8,2002 12 a.m.

He accused the United States government of imperialism, argued that terrorism cannot be defeated with bombs and appealed for Israelis to leave occupied territories.

Political activist to speak about terrorism, war

By Alyson Brodsy and Courtney Brooks · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:52 p.m.

Until today, anti-war sentiment has generally only been visible by the tents in Dunn Meadow. It is taking on a different face this afternoon through Howard Zinn, a long-time war activist. He will speak on "Terrorism, War and Resistance" as part of Union Board's lecture series. The renowned historian, retired professor of political science, former Air Force bombardier and current political columnist of Progressive magazine will speak during a free event at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre at noon.

New administration supports GPSO

By -Meghan Dwyer and Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:52 p.m.

The Kirkwood Administration, in lieu of its recent victory in the IU Student Association election, is supporting the Graduate and Professional Student Organization in its quest for independence from IUSA.

Bush urges Israel to end incursion

By Alyson Brodsy and Ron Fournier · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:52 p.m.

WASHINGTON -- Under pressure to curb Middle East violence, President Bush urged Israel Thursday to pull its troops back from Palestinian cities and dismissed Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat as a failed leader who "betrayed the hopes of his people." He ordered Secretary of State Colin Powell to the region next week seeking a cease-fire. With Powell standing at his side in the Rose Garden, Bush pressed Arab leaders to do more to end terrorism and emulate the peacemaking traditions begun by the late President Anwar Sadat of Egypt and King Hussein of Jordan and carried forward by their successors, Hosni Mubarak and King Abdullah.

Students raise money to benefit Jill's House

By Alyson Brodsy and Laura Purdy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:50 p.m.

In Tuesday's Business X333: Integrating Business class, professor David Rubinstein asked for volunteers to frisk him. He emptied his pockets, lifted his arms, and one of his students patted him down. Afterward, Rubinstein asked if the search was a thorough one as he brandished a permanent marker he had hidden in his sock.

Former Hoosier moves up in ranks

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:30 p.m.

Morgantown, W.Va. -- Spurned by Bob Huggins and others, West Virginia hired Bowling Green's Dan Dakich as its head coach Thursday. Dakich played at IU and was an assistant to Bob Knight for 11 years there. At West Virginia, he'll try to rebuild a team that set records for losses in two of the past four seasons and was racked with discipline problems. The Mountaineers were 8-20 this season, 1-15 in the Big East.

Windy weather plagues trials

Thursday, April 4,2002 11:29 p.m.

Braving strong winds and cold weather is a hard task for any Little 500 rider. Braving it alone can be even harder. The first series event of Little 500 was held Wednesday. Individual Time Trials (ITT) began at 4 p.m. and carried into the evening when the last riders took the track a little after 10 p.m.

Injuries derail Hoosiers after good start to season

By Zack Eldridge · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:28 p.m.

The IU men's tennis team appeared to be on the right track at the beginning of the spring season. After winning five of their first seven matches, the Hoosiers were confident, with hopes to contend for the Big Ten regular season championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.

Conference Weekend comes to IU

By Alyson Brodsy and Tyler Hoeppner · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:27 p.m.

This weekend is an important one for the women's water polo team. It plays host to the Collegiate Water Polo Association Conference Weekend. The Hoosiers hope to produce some victories that will help their seeding in the Conference Championships.

Big Ten matches

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:26 p.m.

Fresh off a victory over rival Purdue last Saturday, the IU women's tennis team will travel to two different Big Ten foes this weekend, looking to move up in the conference standings. The Hoosiers travel to Wisconsin Saturday for a 10 a.m. start and to Minnesota Sunday for another 10 a.m. start.

High school, college, professional talent collides at Texas Relays this weekend

By Pat Crowell · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:25 p.m.

The Indiana men's and women's track and field teams are participating in the 75th annual Texas Relays this weekend at the University of Texas. The meet will feature top collegiate talent from around the country, with between 80 and 100 schools represented.

Hoosiers hope to regain crown

By Gavin Lesnick · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:25 p.m.

Last year, the Michigan State Spartans won the Indiana Invitational, breaking a streak of three straight tournament victories for IU in the event. This year, the Hoosiers hope to show last year's loss was an aberration.

Golfers enter key stretch

By Alex Hickey · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:24 p.m.

The men's golf team will go to Huntington, W.Va., to play in the Marshall Invitational this Friday and Saturday. The tournament will be held at the Guyan Golf and Country Club and will feature 20 teams. The meet will be the first time IU has played outside of the state of Florida since the spring season began in March.

Team looks for 2nd solid Big Ten showing

By Beau Wicker · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:23 p.m.

IU looks to rebound from its 5-4 loss at Indiana State when it returns home to face Iowa in a four-game set. The Hoosiers (20-5) enter the battle tied for first place in the Big Ten after going 3-1 against Illinois. Iowa (9-11) is 1-3 in the Big Ten after its series against Michigan.

IU looks to snap five-game skid

By Colin Nowling · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:22 p.m.

Coming off a heartbreaking 5-4 loss to Louisville Wednesday, the IU softball team returns to action this weekend, starting today at 4 p.m. when the Hoosiers play host to No. 13 Michigan. IU will look to end its five-game losing streak with four games this weekend.

Law school appoints interim dean for 2002-03

By Josh Sanburn · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:15 p.m.

Lauren Robel clearly loves this university. Robel, who received her law degree from IU in 1983, was invited back to her alma mater two years later as a faculty member and then later became associate dean of the law school, has now been appointed as interim dean of the School of Law for the 2002-03 academic year. And she couldn't be happier.

Health expert visits IU faculty

By Joelle Petrus · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:14 p.m.

Thom McKenzie, who has done extensive research on childhood obesity as well as other aspects of adolescent physical activity, spoke to a room full of IU faculty members Thursday. The faculty actively sought to bring McKenzie to IU because of his status as an Alliance Scholar and as the person chosen as top researcher of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, a professional organization.

Banquet to focus on poverty

By Christa Williams · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:13 p.m.

An interactive hunger banquet for people to come and learn about poverty here and around the world is being held from 7 to 9 p.m. today. It's purpose is to raise money for Shelter Inc., an organization that helps people in poverty in Monroe County and surrounding areas. Since Sept. 11, donations have severely decreased.

Thanks for the ride, Hoosiers

By Myles Brand · Thursday, April 4,2002 11:11 p.m.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of sports is watching a team that grows into something truly special. The 2001-2002 Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball squad has been such a team.