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Program offers look at county's past, present

By Katie Killebrew · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:34 a.m.

An in-depth look at Monroe County, past and present, will be featured this Saturday at a program offered by the Monroe County Historical Society. The program will feature slides and photos of Bloomington and the Monroe County area taken from the 1940s to present time and is open to Bloomington and Monroe County residents.

Band to march in parade

By Julia Balnford and Julia Blanford · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:34 a.m.

Michael Jackson, John Mellencamp and Hoagy Carmichael have at least one thing in common. They are all famous Hoosiers whose music will be showcased by the Bloomington High School North Marching Band in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

IU pediatric ophthalmologist receives national humanitarian award

By Becky Bartindale · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:29 a.m.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology will present an Outstanding Humanitarian Service Award to Eugene M. Helveston, founding director of the pediatric ophthalmology program at the IU School of Medicine and the James Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children.

Kickoff returners turn to music in down time

By Gavin Lesnick · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:27 a.m.

When opposing teams kick off to the IU football team, they're sending the ball toward more than student athletes or football players. Waiting to receive it on one side is freshman Lance Bennett, IU's leading returner with 384 yards, who is also a gifted musician who co-penned Will Smith's hit "Black Suits Comin' (Nod Ya Head)".

Conversation clubs bring languages to life on IU campus

By Jessica Farber · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:25 a.m.

Many people who have been to a foreign country say being immersed in a different culture and language was crucial for the development of their foreign language skills. At IU, conversation clubs bring that environment to IU without actually visiting another country.

Union Board applications due

By Stacie Vasko · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:25 a.m.

Applications for next semester's new leadership positions of Union Board, IU's largest student organization on campus, are due by 5 p.m. today in preparation for the upcoming elections. Union Board organizes diverse events and activities on campus.

Student volunteers travel overseas

By Anna Schwartz · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:24 a.m.

Initially, the thought of paying to volunteer in foreign countries seems somewhat contradictory.

Radio personality to give lecture

By Dana Sands · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 10:23 a.m.

Tavis Smiley, a well-known radio personality, author, political commentator and public speaker is scheduled to visit IU next week as part of the Neal-Marshall School of Public and Environmental Affairs Public Policy lecture series. Smiley will speak at 4 p.m. Nov. 21 in the Willkie Auditorium.

Memorial planned for late politician

By Mike Malik · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 9:20 a.m.

Friends and family of Frank McCloskey will gather this weekend to celebrate his life.

Like father like son?

Friday, Nov. 14,2003 9:17 a.m.

A secret lies millimeters beneath Austin Collins' skin. As he talks, his hands fly in a storyteller's vision, every thought visible in his wide eyes. Despite his animation, he explains with even breath that one day this vivacity could screech to a halt.

Wells found guilty on 2 counts

By Mitch Blacher · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 9:17 a.m.

His friends and family filled the courtroom Thursday, but Monroe County councilman Scott Wells sat alone, resting his head on the bench in front of him.

Women's Recruitment kicks off this weekend

By Adam Aasen · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 9:17 a.m.

Sororities will be busy this weekend trying to build for their futures. Chapters will be doing their best to recruit new members from the pool of women participating in 19 Party, part of this year's women's Recruitment. Women who are interested in being part of the greek community will visit all 19 chapters Saturday and Sunday to narrow their choices for which sorority would be best for them.

TV ads invade residence halls

By Gavin Lesnick · Friday, Nov. 14,2003 9:17 a.m.

Checking out at a food court, waiting for an elevator or even picking up mail may all be exercises in commercialism for students next semester.

Writer to speak about new book

By Jamie Swhier · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 2:12 a.m.

Author Diane S. Bauden will read from and discuss "A Saving Solace," her new book about two women's struggles with loss and love, at 7:45 p.m. tonight in the Oak Room at the IMU.

IU Professor's findings to be used in proposal to Congress

By Daniel Castro · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 2:10 a.m.

A report co-authored by IU mineralogy professor David Bish and Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists recently made a case for Yucca Mountain, Nev., as the site for a new federal repository. The repository would serve as a permanent storage location for 70,000 metric tons of highly radioactive nuclear waste.

Group to review athletic tickets

By Mike McElroy · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 1:58 a.m.

In response to waning student interest in football games, the IU Student Association announced Wednesday the formation of a new student commission on athletics.

Kappa Sigma faces sanction

By Brittany Hite · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 1:20 a.m.

Kappa Sigma fraternity was placed on disciplinary probation Wednesday after an investigation into an incident last April by Dean of Students Richard McKaig. The fraternity has been under investigation by the University and the national chapter since a fraternity member was hospitalized due to injuries he sustained after being assaulted by other members of the fraternity. The man was duct taped to a ladder and had eggs thrown at him after giving his girlfriend a necklace with a pendant containing the letters of his fraternity, according to a previous IDS article. The fraternity will be restricted from social events, including intramural sports and campus activities like Little 500, IU Sing and Homecoming. "That decision is still subject to review if the chapter chooses," McKaig said.

Big Ten Tournament returns to Bloomington, begins today

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 1:15 a.m.

After a five-year hiatus, the Big Ten Tournament makes its way back to Bloomington and Bill Armstrong Stadium this year, marking the fourth time IU has hosted the conference tournament and the first time since 1997. The winner receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. IU coach Jerry Yeagley said he views the conference tournament as preparation for the Tournament for his team. "We like to look upon the Big Ten Tournament the same as the NCAA Tournament," Yeagley said. "Every game is the championship game. We have to be prepared though. Upsets have taken place." The Big Ten Tournament boasts a strong field, with three teams recording 11 or more wins. Michigan enters the tournament with the most victories, as they have 13. But IU was able to win the regular season title by going undefeated through the conference season.

Memo warns of e-mail release

By Chris Freiberg and Warren Christopher Freiberg · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 1:06 a.m.

IU officials are advising University personnel to obtain private e-mail accounts to send and receive personal messages since their e-mails could be requested as a matter of public record, according to a memo sent Oct. 20 by University lawyers.

Jury to deliver decision

By Mitch Blacher · Thursday, Nov. 13,2003 1:06 a.m.

Scott Wells' criminal trial concluded Wednesday, but the Monroe County councilman will have to wait until today for the verdict.