Four libraries facing closures
Several campus branch libraries may soon check out their last book. This week confusion and rumors circled about the possibility of four individualized school libraries closing by the end of Summer Session II.
Several campus branch libraries may soon check out their last book. This week confusion and rumors circled about the possibility of four individualized school libraries closing by the end of Summer Session II.
In a report to members of the IU board of trustees Thursday, Interim Provost Michael McRobbie said the University plans to cut 47 positions on the Bloomington campus for the 2006-07 school year.
To many seniors, commencement is a very important ceremony that will provide an experience they won't soon forget. Many seniors expressed that they want a commencement speaker who will provide memorable quotes and sound advice as they prepare for their entry into the real world.
Friday May, 5 IU International Graduate Reception: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Indiana Memorial Union, University Club, Faculty Room #250
After years of hard work, dedication and commitment a simple turn of a tassel will mark the culmination of the undergraduate careers of thousands of students at Saturday's commencement ceremonies.
Senior Charissa Cleveland graduates Saturday. Monday, she heads to Los Angeles with a car full of luggage and a video camera with dreams of making it big in Hollywood as a music video director and producer.
A victim of an "unprovoked" aggravated assault in Foster Quad last week underwent reconstructive surgery Monday and applied for a medical withdrawal from IU, according to an IU Police Department press release.
The IU Police Department has to work extra hard almost every weekend IU holds a special event, said IUPD Lt. Jerry Minger.
Researchers in the IU School of Informatics have developed a program to detect fake technical papers and articles.
In an April 27 Indiana Daily Student article, "200 view documentary," the number of Sudanese killed in the Darfur conflict was overestimated. An estimated 200,000 to 400,000 Sudanese have died. The IDS regrets the error.
Graduates and their families have a chance to reflect and celebrate their accomplishments at the 167th annual Baccalaureate service tonight at 5 p.m. tonight at the IU Auditorium.
As seniors count down their last days at IU, many spend their time studying hard for finals. But one question that cracked an immediate smile to nearly all seniors this week was: "What's your favorite memory at IU?"
While students are packing up for the summer and seniors are putting on their caps and gowns, the IU board of trustees is still in session.
Mike Metzger catches air as he jumps over the fountains at the Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Thursday.
CHICAGO -- Shaquille O'Neal dominated, Dwyane Wade played well despite a bruised left hip and the Miami Heat never trailed in eliminating the feisty Chicago Bulls 113-96 on Thursday night.
INDIANAPOLIS -- The New Jersey Nets overcame Anthony Johnson's 40-point effort to beat the Indiana Pacers 96-90 on Thursday night and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
INDIANAPOLIS -- The city still wants to host a U.S. team trials before the 2008 Olympics, even though the RCA Dome will have been torn down, Conseco Fieldhouse might have a scheduling conflict with the Indiana Pacers and the new Lucas Oil Stadium will still be under construction.
INDIANAPOLIS -- A Bloomington fireman plans to briskly walk the 500 Festival Mini-Marathon on Saturday in full firefighting gear, including helmet, jacket, pants, oxygen tank and breathing mask.
INDIANAPOLIS -- Baseball's 2009 winter meetings will be in Indianapolis, the northernmost venue in more than 40 years for the annual gathering of major and minor league executives.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Lawyer Ron was getting a sponge bath, the early morning sunlight glistening off his wet, chestnut coat. On the other side of the barn, the man he is named after was closing a deal to sell the colt, one of the Kentucky Derby favorites. Business as usual for the four-legged Lawyer Ron.