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Turkish ambassador to U.S. visits IU

By Sam Nissen · Wednesday, March 30,2005 11:07 p.m.

The Republic of Turkey finds itself in the middle of some of the world's most prominent conflicts.

The Amish Life

By David Bracho · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:10 a.m.

There is a simple life in the northeast corner of Indiana, where books take the place of television and horse-drawn buggies are the essential mode of transportation. Meet the Zehrs, an Amish family in a devout Christian community.

Women's History Month ends its 20th year

By Michael Beal · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:07 a.m.

Throughout March, Bloomington has been commemorating the contributions of local women by celebrating the 20th annual Women's History Month.

Library to unveil new addition

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:07 a.m.

Only silence and the clicking of keyboards will be heard in the new Information Commons 2 beginning today. The newest installment of the Information Commons at the Main Library will officially open for quiet individual study and work this afternoon with a reception and brief remarks by Dean of University Libraries Suzanne Thorin and Dean of Information Technology Brad Wheeler.

Students targeted in credit card fraud

By Lori Geller · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:07 a.m.

IU senior Margo Ain frequents the bars during the weekend, often using her debit card to pay for drinks. Ain, who spends an average of $15 on a night out, was surprised when her monthly debit card statement didn't reflect her usual spending habits.

LIVE and ON-AIR

By Stephanie Susman · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:07 a.m.

Junior Andrew Grover and sophomores Ilan Weismark and Scott Lipsky enjoy an opportunity many college students dream about. Every Saturday the sport communications majors host a WIUS radio show called "Three Guys who Love Talking Sports." And now that WIUS is switching from AM to FM, more people in the community will have the opportunity to listen to them.

Hoosiers lose to Valparaiso despite 12 hits in home game

By Matt Mattucci · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:02 a.m.

The Valparaiso baseball team committed 39 errors on the year going into Tuesday's game against the Hoosiers. Unfortunately for IU, the Crusaders left Sembower Field still with 39. IU was defeated Tuesday 12-6 in their first home game in 19 days. IU coach Bob Morgan said a lack of games played recently and poor execution contributed to the Hoosiers' loss.

UConn's Villanueva declares for NBA draft after 2 years

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 1:01 a.m.

STORRS, Conn. -- Two years ago, Charlie Villanueva thought he was ready for the NBA. Now, he says he's sure. UConn's 6-foot-11, 240-pound sophomore forward said Tuesday he will skip his final two years of college eligibility to enter the NBA draft.

Kappa, Teter battle it out at ITTs after last year's dominance by both teams

By Brian Janosch · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:59 a.m.

Two weeks before last year's photo finish in the women's Little 500, Kappa Kappa Gamma and Teter held a preview in the Individual Time Trials. Kappa placed four riders in the top 15 while Teter placed two, the top two spots. Today, five of those seven top finishers will return to the track for the 2005 ITTs. And just to make things a little more interesting, two heats will feature a rider from each team.

The Mane Event

By Elizabeth A. Wepler · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:56 a.m.

Soon after the IU Equestrian Club finished its meeting late Wednesday night, board members showed their battle wounds. The comparisons created quite the spectacle as pant legs were rolled up and bruises and abrasions shown from the last day's training. They were proud of their wounds, and some of the women were even still donning their riding boots.

Latin Explosion

By Karen Green · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:50 a.m.

For most college students, salsa is nothing more than a snack food. To dance enthusiasts, however, salsa is an intricate style of Latin dance.

Martin Sexton at the Bluebird Nightclub

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:30 a.m.

Singer/songwriter Martin Sexton will be performing with Jill Sobule at the Bluebird Nightclub Friday. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $15. The show is 21 and over.

'Finding' an elegant achievement

By John Barnett · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:26 a.m.

Marc Forster's last project, "Monster's Ball," was an exposed, raw, throbbing nerve of a film with gut-wrenching if somewhat overpraised performances and a harsh, despondent worldview, which is why the elegance and lighthearted assuredness of his next project, "Finding Neverland," is such a surprising turn of style.

Imbiber Beware

By Laura Haynes · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:26 a.m.

It's a Thursday night at Bear's Place and in the dimly lit backroom, karaoke tunes are crackling through the microphone as countless numbers of IU students powwow with their closest friends over drinks. There is one cocktail in particular that seemingly every person in the joint seems to be sipping with caution -- the Hairy Bear.

Operation Paperback aims to help entertain troops, combat boredom

By Trevor brown · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:24 a.m.

Troops overseas are entrenched in a foreign land thousands of miles from home with only the most basic necessities and limited ways to occupy their downtime. To help boost the morale of troops fighting overseas in areas like Iraq and Afghanistan, the Air Force ROTC is running a book drive to provide servicemen and women with reading material to keep them entertained during their moments away from battle.

Doctor filled Panthers' steroid prescriptions

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:22 a.m.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers Todd Sauerbrun and Jeff Mitchell and former player Todd Steussie had steroid prescriptions filled by a West Columbia, S.C., doctor now under investigation by federal authorities, according to "60 Minutes Wednesday" report.

Senior Slump

By Andrea Opperman · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:22 a.m.

The epidemic is spreading as the school year is approaching its end. This epidemic isn't as prominent in freshmen, sophomores, or juniors -- they're safe for a while. Professors have witnessed it and seniors are affected by it. It doesn't have a bedtime, study time, break time or class time. It doesn't always target seniors and it doesn't just affect spring students. The ever-famous senioritis is catching on around campus and more and more students have to face summer school just to graduate.

Former ASU running back charged with murder of teammate

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:22 a.m.

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Former Arizona State running back Loren Wade was charged Tuesday with first-degree murder in the shooting of another former Sun Devils player. The 21-year-old Wade has been held without bond since Saturday, when he was arrested at the slaying site outside a Scottsdale nightspot. Witnesses say they saw him approach the car of Brandon Falkner, and exchange words with Falkner before a single gunshot rang out.

IU Water Ski club makes waves at Lake Lemon

By Kacie Foster · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:19 a.m.

Just because Indiana is stuck in the heartland of America doesn't mean IU students can't have fun on the water. The IU Water Ski Club has about 20 active members and visits nearby Lake Lemon to water ski, wakeboard and meet new people.

IU ready for tune-up before Big Ten season opener against Spartans

By Tim O Brien and Tim O'Brien · Wednesday, March 30,2005 12:17 a.m.

After seven days off, including a rare weekend with no games, the IU softball team will take the diamond at 2 p.m. today at the IU Softball Field for a doubleheader against University of Illinois-Chicago.