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ONLINE ONLY: IDS multimedia feature - IU Art Museum

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, May 8,2006 1:43 a.m.

Story and voice overs by Brandon Morley Edited and produced by Mallory Simon Photos by IDS photographer Aaron Bernstein, IDS photographer Ronni Moore, Courtesy of Indiana University and from the Associated Press by Kin Cheung, Doug Dreyer and Bebeto Matthews.

Interim dean of COAS confirmed

By Trevor brown · Monday, May 8,2006 1:40 a.m.

As IU continues its search to find a permanent replacement for the College of Arts and Sciences dean position, an interim leader for the largest school within IU was confirmed Friday.

The write way

By Alyson Brodsy and Brian J. McFillen · Sunday, May 7,2006 9:31 p.m.

It's no secret that many folks working for this paper would really like to write for a living. But breaking into that biz is no easy matter. Yours truly is perpetually stuck on chapter three of his sure-to-be-blockbuster novel.

The tassels have turned

By Trevor brown · Sunday, May 7,2006 9:22 p.m.

In the sea of black caps and gowns covering the floor and large blocks of seating in Assembly Hall, three caps sported writing in white tape, proclaiming messages that could be used to convey the collective emotions of IU's 177th graduating class.

Mayor announces new education initiatives

By David A. Nosko · Sunday, May 7,2006 9:22 p.m.

The city of Bloomington and the Monroe County Community School Corporation Adult Education Program have announced an initiative to increase the number Latinos and other non-English speakers receiving GEDs.

IU plans to double minority enrollment

By Trevor brown · Sunday, May 7,2006 9:22 p.m.

Under a new ambitious goal by the IU board of trustees, enrollment of under-represented minorities would double by the 2013-2014 school year.

House Intelligence Committee chairman says he would oppose Hayden for CIA

By Alyson Brodsy and Nedra Pickler · Sunday, May 7,2006 9:20 p.m.

By WASHINGTON -- A leading Republican came out against the front-runner for CIA director, Gen. Michael Hayden, saying Sunday the spy agency should not have military leadership during a turbulent time among intelligence agencies.

Jefferson records best Mideast Region time

By IDS staff and Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:57 p.m.

Senior John Jefferson recorded the fastest Mideast Region time of the season as he helped the Hoosiers track and field team to 14 first-place finishes, 13 personal-best marks and 10 regional qualifying times in their final tuneup before the Big Ten Championships.

Oden among all-stars

Sunday, May 7,2006 8:55 p.m.

From Lawrence North standout Mike Conley will join former teammate and Mr. Basketball Greg Oden on the 2006 Indiana All-Stars.

2 more Hoosiers go pro

By Joel Sanders and Joel Sansers · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:55 p.m.

The Hoosier football class of 2005 added two more players to NFL rosters as former Indiana running back Chris Taylor signed a rookie free agent contract with the Houston Texans and former Indiana defensive end Ben Ishola signed a rookie free agent contract with the Miami Dolphins on May 5.

Design contest winners to be announced during ceremony at City Hall

By Laura Jane Hyde · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:50 p.m.

The winner of the 2006 Monroe County Postcard Contest will be announced at 5:30 p.m. Friday at City Hall.

Classic novel inspires local upcoming arts fundraiser

By Laura Jane Hyde · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:49 p.m.

A smoky speakeasy, an elegant piano bar and women in flapper-style costumes dancing the Charleston will be seen in Bloomington this week.

Organic-minded visit open air market

By David A. Nosko · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:47 p.m.

Between the aisles of tables packed full of fresh and organic produce at the city of Bloomington Farmers Market, community members were serenaded by the sweet sounds of local musicians and they were dazzled by the twinkle of sunlight reflecting off of local artwork dangling in the breeze Saturday morning.

As border security tightens, children move into U.S. alone

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:44 p.m.

TIJUANA, Mexico -- Alejandro Valenzuela, a loquacious 12-year-old, memorized the details of a borrowed U.S. birth certificate and jumped in the front seat of his smuggler's car.

Bush, Dems draw anger from common study results

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Raum · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:43 p.m.

WASHINGTON -- America's economy is strong. Or it's in trouble. It just depends on who's talking.

Schools engage in healthy discussion

By Laura Jane Hyde · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:37 p.m.

The Monroe County Community School Corporation will present a wellness plan to MCCSC principals Monday that will outline ways to promote healthy diets in local schools.

Fight results in knifing; arrests

By Sarah Core · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:36 p.m.

Two people are currently under arrest after a midnight argument escalated into a stabbing Saturday, police said Sunday.

Parking structure, new fraternity house approved

By Trevor brown · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:35 p.m.

The IU board of trustees unanimously approved all four building proposals for the Bloomington campus during its monthly business meeting Friday. The resolutions included endorsements for a new parking garage, fraternity house, Honors College and a Herman B Wells Library renovation.

Bus schedules to change for summer

By IDS staff · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:35 p.m.

Starting today and running through August 28 several bus routes will run reduced routes for the summer.

Trustees hear new IUSA president's agenda

By Trevor brown · Sunday, May 7,2006 8:30 p.m.

The agenda and progress of the new IU Student Association government was presented to the IU board of trustees Friday, while they also heard remarks from IU President Adam Herbert regarding the plane crash disaster that took the lives of five music students and a presentation on how to improve civic engagement on campus.

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