Community Arts

Same name, different style

By Natalie A. Trout and Natalie Trout · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 5:51 p.m.

The fun used to be on Fridays. People would leave whatever bar they were at just to be sure they made it to Axis on time to see the Legendary Hot Bod Contest at 12:30 a.m.

Portrait of a Sensitive Brooding Artist...

By C. Warner Sills and Katie Fox · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 5:47 p.m.

Pete Yorn comes off as a sensitive and brooding rocker. But how would he describe himself? "Sensitive and brooding," he says laughing. The sensitive and brooding New Jersey native says he's family-oriented, fiercely loyal and a connoisseur of comedy.

No red space

By Brian McFillen and Brain J. McFillen · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 3:22 a.m.

This week, perhaps as early as tomorrow, the government of the People's Republic of China will make its first attempt to send a man into space in the Shenzhou 5 from Dongfeng Space City in the Gobi Desert.

Team faces IUPUI after 3-win streak

By Zack Eldridge · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 2:43 a.m.

The men's soccer team returns home tonight to battle the IUPUI Jaguars at 7 p.m., at Armstrong Stadium. Playing their third match in a span of six days, the Hoosiers (5-3-4, 3-0-1 Big Ten) will be seeking their fourth victory in a row. The Hoosiers shut out a pair of conference foes on the road last weekend as they defeated Wisconsin and Northwestern by identical 3-0 scores.

Yankees take 3-2 series lead over Red Sox

By Alyson Brodsy and Ronald Blum · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 2:43 a.m.

BOSTON -- David Wells put the New York Yankees on the verge of another World Series, sending them back to the Bronx with two chances to keep The Curse alive.

County probes student ballot requests

By Adam Van Osdol and Adam VanOsdol · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 2:09 a.m.

The Monroe County Clerk's office said it will contact 200 IU fraternity and sorority members this week to question them about mail-in ballot applications they submitted for the upcoming election. Members of Acacia, Phi Gamma Delta, Alpha Chi Omega, Chi Phi and Delta Gamma claimed on their applications that they are working from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on election day and will be unable to go to the polls.

Shields provides refreshing look at education

By L. R. Rarick · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 2:07 a.m.

It was such a pleasure to see the article on Carol Shields and her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "The Stone Diaries" in the Oct. 3 issue of Home Pages. Her interest in limestone, emphasized in the article, is certainly very relevant in Bloomington, which has historically been noted for its limestone quarries. "The Stone Diaries" is a multicultural triumph, however. It won not only a Pulitzer Prize but also the National Book Critics Circle Award, Manitoba Book Award, and Canada's Governor General's Award, and was a finalist for Britain's Booker Prize. Carol Shields was not only a novelist, she was also a good storyteller who could write domestic fiction.

Suicide bomber targets Turkish Embassy in Iraq

By Alyson Brodsy and Charles J. Hanley · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 2:05 a.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Suicide car bombers struck in Baghdad for the third time in a week Tuesday, this time outside the Turkish Embassy in yet another blow against those who would help the U.S. occupation. Witnesses said the driver and a bystander were killed, and hospitals said at least 13 were wounded.

Mayoral candidates debate

By Jenny Viviano · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:57 a.m.

The Monroe County Public Library was the scene of a spirited debate between Bloomington mayoral candidates Democrat Mark Kruzan and Republican Fred Prall Tuesday night. The two argued over issues ranging from the proposed I-69 route to the proper use for the overabundance of vacant commercial space in Bloomington.

UB panel to tackle restrictions

By Sean Abbott · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:57 a.m.

Between the constant volley of court cases and the barrage of flying subpoenas, it can be easy for students to become lost or confused on the issues regarding Internet file-sharing and peer-to-peer networking.

IFC takes action against Pi Kapps

By Brian Janosch · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:57 a.m.

The Interfraternity Council placed another suspension on Pi Kappa Phi fraternity Tuesday night, preventing it from participating in any IFC-sponsored activity. The University handed down a similar punishment late last week, one week after a pledge was hospitalized with alcohol poisoning.

3 years later, Knight's legend lives on in Bloomington

By Matt Lahr · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:57 a.m.

It has been more than three years since Bob Knight last roamed the Assembly Hall sidelines. Most Hoosier basketball fans seem to feel the program is forging its own new identity under head coach Mike Davis, Knight's replacement.

Cubs blow lead late

By Alyson Brodsy and Ben Walker · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:57 a.m.

CHICAGO -- Five outs to go. Wrigley Field crowd on its feet. World Series within its grasp. Then, it was almost as if the baseball gods realized these were the Chicago Cubs.

Hoosiers hope to regain momentum

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:37 a.m.

Two weeks ago, the IU women's volleyball team was riding high on a wave of confidence. The team had won the IU Credit Union Invitational and then knocked off then-No. 18 Minnesota en route to a 9-4, 2-0 start in Big Ten play. But since then, the Hoosiers have fallen on some hard times, dropping their last four matches.

Offense improves late in the season

By John Rodgers · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:36 a.m.

IU's offense finally awoke from its season-long slumber against Northwestern Saturday by putting up 531 yards of total offense and 31 points. IU rushed for 327 yards on the afternoon as freshman BenJarvus Green-Ellis and senior Brian Lewis both eclipsed the century mark with 136 and 128 yards, respectively.

Ball state quiet about future of school's president

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:29 a.m.

MUNCIE -- Ball State trustees discussed university President Blaine Brownell's contract during a weekend retreat, but are not saying whether it will be extended when it expires in June.

Teen forms group to fight against Multiple Sclerosis

By Jessica Levco · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:29 a.m.

Fourteen years ago, School of Journalism recorder Jean Parsons went blind in her left eye. In 2000, doctors diagnosed her with Multiple Sclerosis. "When they first told me, I was upset," Parsons said. "I didn't know much about it."

Week of Caring begins

By Hannah Schroder · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:29 a.m.

Whether you have an old coat to spare, an urge to clean up the community or a desire to volunteer, this is the week to take action. The Bloomington Volunteer Network, in collaboration with the IU Student Activities Office, United Way and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, is sponsoring the Week of Caring, which began Saturday and continues through the weekend.

Shriners donate to school

By Brandon Morley and Brandon S Morley · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:28 a.m.

Local Shriners presented a $1,000 check Tuesday to a middle school teacher, allowing more of his students to participate in a learning workshop. Chapter President Turner Nolan and treasurer David Shafer presented the check to Batchelor Middle School teacher Jeff Rudkin during a 30 minute ceremony in his second floor classroom.

Taiwanese dance troupe leaps over cultural barriers

By Alyson Brodsy and Annie Huang · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2003 1:26 a.m.

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- To the soft tinkling of wind chimes, dancers in black and white trousers stretch out their legs in slow martial art kicks. Some bend and curve their bodies, gracefully mimicking Chinese characters flowing across white rice paper.