Community Arts

Competitive drive

Standing over the final putt of his first college tournament, Jeff Overton needed to make a 10-foot putt just to break 80. It was not quite the start he had imagined, but Overton stepped up and hit the putt to score 79 for the round. It wasn't a great round, but at that moment, IU coach Mike Mayer knew he had landed a special recruit.

Professors explore 007's cultural impact

Espionage. Sex. Violence. Martinis. Two IU professors dive into the world of Britain's most famous spy in a new book released by IU Press this month. Fifteen essays about James Bond's cultural influence fill the pages of Professors Ed Comentale and Stephen Watt's new book, "Ian Fleming and James Bond: the Cultural Politics of 007."

Gospel singer performs pre-Passover concert

NEW YORK -- When Joshua Nelson sings the gospel music of his black ancestors, he commands attention. It's not just because of his fire-and-brimstone voice, the comparisons with the late Mahalia Jackson or even his discovery by Oprah Winfrey, whom he counts as a friend. It's the places he sometimes performs (synagogues), the word he avoids (Jesus) and his own faith (Jewish).

Digital IDEAS showcased

Digital art has continued to invade human life since its inception. Saturday, this creativity will convene on Bloomington. The Indiana IDEAS Festival offers students the opportunity to showcase their Interactive Digital Environments Arts and Storytelling or IDEAS and win money for it. They will also get to exhibit their work from noon to 4 p.m. in the Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center and the Wells-Metz Theatre during the event. Gordon Walton, executive producer at Sony Entertainment, will speak at 5 p.m.

Bugs moves from TV to gallery

DOYLESTOWN, Pa. -- What's art, doc? At the James A. Michener Art Museum, that question is answered with a new exhibit featuring more than 160 drawings, cels, paintings and related items from the golden era of Warner Bros. animation that made Bugs Bunny now officially a senior citizen and his fellow Looney Tuners into pop culture icons for generations of Americans.

Student takes celebrated music video to Cannes

One man stands alone against a black backdrop that sets the stage for a message. Dressed in a sharp black suit, he offers up silent prayers as graphic images of war, Sept. 11 and political leaders collide in the background. A female's voice is heard singing, "This world's a shame, it's time for a change. As time goes on, the hate still remains, so who do we blame? People are dying, the blind lead the blind. And all we say is, 'It's a sign of the times.'"

Public gives search committee input on incoming chancellor

The committee charged to find a new chancellor for the IU-Bloomington campus wrapped up its public forum series Thursday with a number of students and faculty citing the University's reputation, academic concerns and advocacy as key issues the next chancellor will have to handle.

Googling your demise

Once upon a time, an IU graduate student protested the war in Iraq. He stood with his compatriots, proudly holding his sign displaying his opposition to the conflict that raged a world away.

Students take extreme 'Outdoor Adventures'

With IU Outdoor Adventures, you can climb high above the earth on a sheer rock face or jump out of an airplane and fall swiftly back toward it. The group takes students on a variety of adventure trips, teaches outdoor adventure skills courses and rents outdoor equipment.

Sergeant convicted of murder in Kuwait

FORT BRAGG, N.C. -- An Army sergeant was convicted Thursday by a military jury of premeditated murder and attempted murder in a grenade and rifle attack that killed two of his comrades and wounded 14 others in Kuwait during the opening days of the Iraq war. Hasan Akbar, 34, now faces a possible death penalty, which the 15-member jury will consider at a hearing that begins Monday.

Axe and you shan't receive

Did something die in here, or did I just miss my cue to throw myself at a pheromone-drenched young stud? The May 2005 issue of Blender, a music magazine fully aware that it appeals mainly to young males, is chock-full of ads aimed at its demographic audience.

Brazil grants former Ecuadorean leader asylum

QUITO, Ecuador -- Brazil has granted asylum to former President Lucio Gutierrez, who was ousted by Congress amid street protests calling for his removal for abuse of power. But many Ecuadoreans were outraged Thursday by his escape into exile.

Shut up for oppression

It came and went, and hardly a person noticed. Which isn't much of a surprise, considering the men and women who participated in the National Day of Silence couldn't tell you what they were up to. Actually, the silence only lasts from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. because fighting for civil rights is really just a day job.

A nation of popularity contests

If asked to nominate the greatest Americans ever, who would you pick? Would you choose Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, Martin Luther King Jr. and Susan B. Anthony? I certainly would.

Begin a new connection

Seniors will be hearing the thoughts of IU President Adam Herbert at commencement. The word commencement signifies a beginning, presumably of a new period in graduates' lives. In this case, it will virtually be the beginning of most students' connection to Herbert.

Helicopter accident in Iraq kills 11

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- A commercial helicopter was shot down by missile fire north of the Iraqi capital Thursday, killing 11 people, including six American contractors, officials said. Bulgaria's Defense Ministry said the Russian-made helicopter was downed by missile fire and the victims included a three-member Bulgarian crew.

Ewing Jr. headed to Georgetown

HOUSTON - Pat Ewing Jr. is headed for his father's alma mater, according to a broadcast report. NBA great Patrick Ewing told Houston television station KRIV on Wednesday that his son will transfer from Indiana to Georgetown.

Gros Louis will leave behind legacy

Years ago, Ken Gros Louis laughed at the thought of taking a job at IU, a University he imagined was tucked somewhere between the cornfields, Quonset huts and football stadiums of the Midwest. But when the New Hampshire native visited the Bloomington campus for the first time, he was immediately attracted to the relaxed atmosphere. He felt at home.

Free flowing with the wind beneath my skirt

Writer David Sedaris comedic, poignant onstage

David Sedaris, a small, unimposing, quiet writer, managed to bring more than 3,000 people to their feet Tuesday night. Sedaris, the author of the runaway bestsellers "Me Talk Pretty One Day" and "Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim" visited the IU Auditorium Tuesday night. The evening was organized into two rough halves: a reading and a question-and-answer session.