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Hundreds turn out for date auction

By Kristin Huett · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:17 a.m.

For a typical IU student who goes to Kilroy's Sports Bar on a Thursday night, the main goals of the evening generally include having some drinks while socializing with friends, followed by what many people consider dancing and maybe even the possibility to meet the one they want to take back to their place.

Washington U. students excited to host candidates

By Tony Sams · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:17 a.m.

ST. LOUIS -- It was a busy week for Washington University students, but not because of an increased homework load. The national media descended from above: MSNBC and CNN set up stages in the campus' center quad. Security levels went through the roof, and students were asked to keep a student I.D. on-hand at all times to prove they actually needed to be on campus.

Power in numbers

By Cory Steger · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:16 a.m.

The Hoosiers loss in Evanston,Ill., was more than just another mark in the loss column. It was full of pain and devastation, and not because of the hits sustained during the game.

Hoosiers keep composure, prevail versus physical Michigan

By Brian Janosch · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:16 a.m.

IU's 1-0 lead suddenly didn't look so good after sophomore back Jed Zayner received a red card when he tackled Michigan back Dawson Stellberger. The hard tackle broke Stellberger's leg and resulted in a lengthy stop in play so an ambulance could take the fallen player off the field.

IU unable to hold on in double-overtime defeat

By Dan Click · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:15 a.m.

EVANSTON, Ill. — For the second straight year, IU and Northwestern needed overtime to decide the outcome. This time the location was Northwestern's Ryan Field.

Cat clawed

By Dan Patrick · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:14 a.m.

EVANSTON, Ill. -- Junior defensive lineman Russ Richardson said it all, "Coulda, woulda, shoulda." Those were the words out of Richardson's mouth after he nearly picked off a Northwestern touchdown pass to junior Taylor Jones in the first overtime of Saturday's game.

Colts offense rolls in another win

By Tyler Hoeppner and Tyler V. Hoeppner · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 1:13 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- For the early part of the season, the focus on the Indianapolis Colts has been on quarterback Peyton Manning and the league's No. 4 passing attack. In Sunday's 35-14 win over the Oakland Raiders, running back Edgerrin James reminded everyone that he's still a force on this team, and other teams had better pay attention.

Kelley school earns top rankings

By Amber Nicholas · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:50 a.m.

The Kelley School of Business MBA program moved up two spots from number 20 to 18 in the most recent Business Week ranking.

Around The State

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:41 a.m.

Motorcycle crash kills off-duty Marion County officer INDIANAPOLIS -- A motorcycle crash took the life of a Marion County Sheriff's deputy Sunday morning. The accident comes after a rash of Indianapolis police deaths in the last two months.

Students compete in Behrman run

By Andrew Smith · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:40 a.m.

More than 1,400 students, faculty and other members of the Bloomington community ran Saturday in the 5th annual Jill Behrman Run for the End Zone beginning at Mellencamp Pavilion.

The State of Hip-Hop Address

By Alyson Brodsy and Waddell Hamer · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:29 a.m.

Tomorrow, VH1 will have a show dedicated to 30 years of hip-hop music. This show will honor some of the pioneers and legends of the hip-hop industry and pay honor to the state of hip-hop today. Some of the legends who will be honored include the often forgotten DJ Kool Herc, KRS-ONE, The Rock Steady Crew and Tupac Shakur.

Ice cream keeps me off the streets

By Alyson Brodsy and Joanna Borns · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:28 a.m.

My youth and my well-being are for sale. You know what I get in return for giving away such cherished treasures? Minimum wage. I, like most everyone, am a slave to The Almighty Dollar. The Dollar says, "Jump!" I say, "How high, Mr. Dollar, sir, and would you like a waffle cone with that?"

Losing the 'race'

By Alyson Brodsy and Jonathan Blanks · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:25 a.m.

So which two filthy-rich white men are you voting for? Last Wednesday I was in my favorite coffee shop studying for a class when a couple of friend scame in for their morning pick-me-ups. One of them asked me who I thought had won the Vice Presidential debate. I told her, and although my partisan bias had nothing to do with my answer, she said, "So you're black AND Republican?" Well, yes.

S-A-T is O-U-T

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:24 a.m.

Bates College, in Maine, released the findings of a 20-year study of its SAT-optional admissions policy at the end of last month. In 1984, the college stopped requiring applicants to submit SAT scores. Two decades later, Bates' study shows very few differences between students who submitted their scores and those who didn't. For example, the overall grade point average of those who submitted scores was 3.11. Those who didn't submit scores averaged 3.06.

Kelley School of Business grad writes education best-seller

By Christie Burke · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:21 a.m.

An IU alumnus and education activist released his book, "Failure is Not an Option," in July and it's already a best-seller.

Committee planning ahead for Little 500 concert acts

By Cecelia Wolford · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:19 a.m.

Many students were left disappointed when the Union Board failed to book an act for the annual Little 500 concert last year. Instead, students found entertainment by going to concerts at fraternities.

Latino Alumni Association honors alumnus with annual recognition

By Dan A. Coleman · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:18 a.m.

The Latino Alumni Association held its second annual distinguished alumni luncheon Saturday, honoring the achievements of IU alumnus Jesse M. Villalpando with the Distinguished Latino Alumni Award.

Conference to focus on bettering race relations

By Jorie Slodki · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:17 a.m.

With the wide range of religions, ethnicities, economic stations and races present at IU, arriving on campus can cause "culture shock" for many students. Beginning today, that culture shock is diminishing, as part of IU's continuing commitment to bringing these groups together, and creating a diverse but harmonious environment for all.

Bands battle for Jill's House

By Haley Beck · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:16 a.m.

Four local bands battled each other for a good cause Saturday at Dunn Meadow as part of "Jammin' for Jill." The event, sponsored by Union Board and Residence Halls Association, pitted the bands against one another from 3 to 6:30 p.m. All activities were free to the public, but everyone was asked to donate to Jill's House, a non-profit organization working to raise money to build a residence for cancer patients and their caregivers while they receive treatment in Bloomington.

'Live and Free' concerts offer variety

By Lena Stouppe · Monday, Oct. 11,2004 12:16 a.m.

The "Live and Free" concert series is exactly what it sounds like: World-class performances of live music to attend for free on campus. At 8 p.m. every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday all semester, the Bloomington and IU community will hear performances by various ensembles in the IU School of Music. Jazz band concerts are Monday nights, Band and Wind Ensemble concerts are Tuesdays and the Orchestras perform Wednesday nights in the Musical Arts Center.