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Re-thinking health care

By Bertrand Teo · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 9:27 p.m.

Coming from Singapore where the life expectancy is 80, I have been too used to the health system where I had easy access to government subsidized public health service. I never actually considered how expensive it would be to go for health screenings until now.

Our undemocratic Senate

By Zach Ammerman · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 9:23 p.m.

Eliminating the Senate would quicken the legislative process, increase the progressive nature of the U.S. political environment and more accurately represent the opinions and interest of citizens.

An Apple a day

By Jordan Zaslow · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 9:18 p.m.

Since that horrible night when I basically poured balsamic vinegar on the keyboard, I haven’t been the same. I feel like the wounded party of a broken relationship. I recount all of my actions leading up to the bitter end.

Former director of alumni affairs dies at 86

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 6:36 p.m.

Former director of alumni affairs for IU and executive secretary for the IU Alumni Association Frank B. Jones, 86, died today.

Heart of a soldier

By Kristi Oloffson · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 4:34 p.m.

Just two months after 9/11, junior Matt Estheimer joined the Army, a decision he says was only strengthened after the terrorist attacks. Two years later, the now 23-year-old found himself fighting in Kabul and Mazari Sharif, Afghanistan, working as the eyes and ears of his commanders.

State issues new regulations on driver’s licenses

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 4:08 p.m.

Beginning in January 2010, Hoosiers can obtain a federally compliant driver’s license or identification card at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The issuance of compliant cards is required by the federal government, and must be completed by all states by the end of 2016.

Top 5 Performances to see this fall

By Caitlin Peterkin · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 3:57 p.m.

IDS columnist Caitlin Peterkin picks her top must-see performances of the semester.

IU guard Jamie Braun looks to pass during IU's 64-61 win over Wisconsin Jan. 15 at Assembly Hall. Braun had 14 points.

Women's basketball schedule released

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 3:15 p.m.

The IU women's basketball team will compete in eight nationally televised games this season, the IU Athletics department announced Monday.

Indiana SAT scores drop slightly

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 2:36 p.m.

Average SAT scores dipped slightly for Indiana’s high school class of 2009.

Oil, energy icon T. Boone Pickens to speak at IU

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 2:22 p.m.

Texas billionaire T. Boone Pickens is bringing his mission to wean the nation off of foreign oil to IU.

Purdue starts year with fewer in temporary rooms

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 2:01 p.m.

Purdue University officials are working to find residence hall rooms for the 43 male students who are starting the school year in temporary quarters.

Global Grub

By Shannon Burruss · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 12:13 p.m.

IU students share family recipes that will leave any food connoisseur hungry for more. Bon appetit!

Goldman inducted into Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 12:05 p.m.

IU wrestling coach Duane Goldman, who has tallied 216 wins in the past 18 years at IU, will be inducted into the Iowa Athletics 2009 Hall of Fame.

State Budget Committee to meet Friday

Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 11:09 a.m.

The State Budget Committee meeting will take place at 9:45 a.m. Friday in the IU-Purdue University Fort Wayne Medical Education Center.

Food drive to take place at 6 Bloomington stores

By Sarah Pellegrino · Tuesday, Aug. 25,2009 11:02 a.m.

Monroe County United Ministries’ fourth annual “Each One, Feed One” food drive will take place Aug. 29-30 at six grocery stores around Bloomington.

Ben Folds added to fall auditorium line-up

By Rachel Krasnow · Monday, Aug. 24,2009 11:10 p.m.

The IU auditorium added two fall concerts, including rock band Umphrey’s McGee.

Kathy Leiberman and Clarence Peacock help IU senior Andrew Peacock move in Monday afternoon at Wilkie North. Many students opted to move in early to beat the rush of incoming freshman.

IU expects 10,500 students to move in to dorms this week

By Jake Wright · Monday, Aug. 24,2009 11:07 p.m.

The staff of the Residential Programs and Services office has been planning move-in day for months.

Legislators to host town hall meetings for health-care reform

By Sarah Bloom · Monday, Aug. 24,2009 11:05 p.m.

As the August recess draws to a close, Indiana legislators are meeting with constituents and gathering public opinion on the health care reform bills making their ways through both houses of Congress.

IU officials, student groups slash funding

By Sara Amato · Monday, Aug. 24,2009 11:04 p.m.

To offset the difficult times, the University has responded in multiple ways.

Hurricane Bill downgraded after leaving 2 dead

Monday, Aug. 24,2009 11 p.m.

The remnants of Hurricane Bill moved out into the Atlantic, forecasters said Monday, a day after the storm’s powerful winds churned up waves that were blamed in the deaths of at least two people on the East Coast.

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