Community Arts

COAS dean considered for IUB chancellor

By Ashley Lough · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 2:01 a.m.

University officials confirmed Tuesday that College of Arts and Sciences Dean Kumble Subbaswamy is one of three finalists chosen to replace Ken Gros Louis as the IU-Bloomington chancellor. The field has been narrowed and soon the other finalists vying for the chancellor's seat will enter the next phase of interviews. Members of the chancellor search committee said three candidates have been handed up to the president, who will complete the process.

Name Game

By Brian Baker · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 2 a.m.

Herman B Wells gave 62 years of visionary service to IU and now a library stands on the campus in his name. So who is Bill Godfrey?

Lost in translation

By Hannah Lodge · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:38 a.m.

Cradling a hot cup of herbal tea, Josita Maouene apologizes for her hoarse voice as she sits down to discuss her teaching experience at IU. Although she is sick and her voice is raspy, Maouene speaks the best she can, articulating her thoughts in an exotic blend of British and French accents. It is her third semester teaching in a foreign country, and Maouene is no stranger to communication issues.

IU-South Bend to relocate Elkhart Center campus

By Michael Sanserino · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:32 a.m.

IU-South Bend officials announced Monday plans to relocate the IUSB Elkhart Center from the west side of Elkhart, Ind., to a new building in the city's downtown.

Team throws down competition, brews

By Michael Sanserino · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:26 a.m.

After trying its hardest to crush the opponents on the field, there's nothing the IU women's rugby team loves to do more than down a few beers with them off the field. Every home game and most away games for the IU Red Storm is followed with an interteam social where the two teams chat about rugby, sing rugby songs and drink. This weekend, the Red Storm will compete at Irish Fest, a rugby tournament that coincides with the Irish Festival in Indianapolis.

Improving mind, body with martial arts

By Kacie Foster · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:24 a.m.

For thousands of years, many Chinese people have practiced the martial art Tai Chi Chuan to promote health and use as a self-defense technique. Approximately 50 years ago, it was first taught in the United States. Now, students of all ages and physical abilities are practicing Tai Chi Chuan to improve their bodies and minds.

'Crimson Crew' flag stolen Saturday

By Matt Mattucci · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:21 a.m.

Amid the chaos and celebration of the Hoosiers' home opener Saturday, the "Crimson Crew" flag, carried onto the field by IU's senior captains, was stolen during the game. Student Athletic Board President Elizabeth Roush said the SAB and IU head coach Terry Hoeppner had intended for the flag to be taken out on the field by the senior captains and then be passed into the student section at Memorial Stadium.

Freshmen lead IU to 11th place finish in Chardon, Ohio

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:20 a.m.

The IU men's golf team completed its first tournament of the season Tuesday by finishing 11th at the NCAA Central Regional Preview in Chardon, Ohio. The Hoosiers shot a combined 894 (300-297-297) for the tournament, finishing three strokes shy of tying Penn State for 10th place. The University of Louisville took home the team title with an 871.

Balancing Bashore

By Jordan Majewski · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:18 a.m.

When IU's academic year began three weeks ago, classes were far from the No. 1 priority of senior Kayla Bashore. She had flights to catch in Bloomington, Boston and Virginia Beach, multiple games to play for multiple teams and, of course, class work. Not exactly a smooth start to the school year.

Forum to hit on transgender issues

By Kacie Foster · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:17 a.m.

Graduate student Caleb Colvard had many questions about his identity while he was growing up. When he changed his physical appearance from a woman to match his gender identity as a man, he answered some of those questions for himself.

Surgeon blasts rock music in operating room

By Lindsay Lyon · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 1:06 a.m.

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- The patient is stretched out on the operating table. But before Dr. Don Penny performs a rare brain surgery, he cranks up the volume on his stereo until the Rolling Stones' "Sympathy for the Devil" fills the operating room.

Roberts dodges questions about abortion at hearing

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:58 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- Chief Justice nominee John Roberts repeatedly refused to answer questions about abortion and other contentious issues at his confirmation hearing Tuesday, telling frustrated Democrats he would not discuss matters that could come before the Supreme Court.

U.N. approves reform plans before summit

By Alyson Brodsy and Nick Wadhams · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:58 a.m.

UNITED NATIONS -- The U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday adopted a watered-down document for world leaders to approve at a U.N. summit, shedding many of Secretary-General Kofi Annan's most ambitious goals after weeks of bitter debate.

Phi Sigs bring home 5 national awards from Vegas

By Roy Maurer · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:58 a.m.

The Sigma Triton chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa returned to IU this summer from the PSK National Convention in Las Vegas with five out of nine national awards, including chapter of the year.

Bush takes blame for Katrina criticism

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Raum · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:57 a.m.

WASHINGTON -- President Bush, for the first time, took responsibility Tuesday for federal government mistakes in dealing with Hurricane Katrina and suggested the calamity raised broader questions about the government's ability to handle both natural disasters and terror attacks.

Student reports sexual assault in Foster Quad

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:56 a.m.

A female student reported a sexual assault on campus Monday, according to an IU Police Department report. Few details are available and IUPD is still in the process of collecting information.

Cook Group to bring more jobs to town

By Kyle Meehan · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:51 a.m.

In the past 10 years, layoffs from the General Electric refrigerator plant and other companies that have closed or outsourced work to other countries in an effort to save money have hit the Bloomington employment market hard. But the success of Cook Group is helping to bring jobs back to the city. Cook Group plans an expansion of its current headquarters and a new Cook Group company, Cook Pharmica. The expansion is expected to bring approximately 250 new jobs to Bloomington, and the company is expected to bring at least 200 jobs, with the possibility of eventually employing up to 600 workers, said David McCarty, director of public relations for Cook Group.

3 counties seek switch to Central time

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:50 a.m.

Commissioners in Dubois, White and Knox counties voted Monday to seek a switch to the Central time zone, meaning at least 12 counties will ask for federal permission to move out of Eastern time. White County commissioners voted 2-1 to petition the U.S. Department of Transportation, which regulates U.S. time zones, to make the switch. Part of White County borders a section of five counties in northwest Indiana that are already on Central time, and two of White's neighboring counties -- Carroll and Cass -- also voted to seek a switch to that zone.

Root, root, root for the home team

By Alyson Brodsy and Tony Sams · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:50 a.m.

The Indiana Daily Student has devoted much space and ink during the last few weeks to this season's IU football program. We have had front page stories, large photographs, numerous "see inside" promotions and our 2005 Fall Sports Guide, all devoted to the Hoosier gridiron.

Don't be a slob

By Alyson Brodsy and Patrick Schoettmer · Wednesday, Sept. 14,2005 12:47 a.m.

I recently returned to Bloomington after several years. On my return, I brought my wife who had never spent much time here. At first brush, Bloomington struck her as a pretty town. Wonderfully maintained architecture, excellent parks and, of course, the verdant skyline all contributed to an initial impression that impressed even the skeptical viewer I had brought with me.