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Brand warns of possible tuition hike

By Jeff Shireman · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:37 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- IU President Myles Brand warned a state house committee Tuesday that the quality of University faculty and the long-term economic health of the state were at risk because of a freeze of higher education spending in Gov. Frank O'Bannon's two-year budget proposal. Brand told the Indiana House Ways and Means committee Tuesday that IU would have to raise tuition 3 percent -- before inflation -- to break even under the governor's budget plan. But he said his biggest concern was retaining quality faculty members.

Concrete goals, focus lead to sports success

By Scott H. Mendelson and Scott Mendelson · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:35 a.m.

Specificity has become an important societal aspect in recent years. In the United States we are fortunate to have the ability to choose from a wide selection of products and services. Gradually, things have become more specific to satisfy individual wants and desires. As a result, professionals choose to build careers in highly specialized areas where they can be among a select group of experts. In accordance with the rest of society, the fitness industry has given birth to many segments of the field.

Dockside gambling debated

By Joseph S. Pete · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:35 a.m.

The Majestic Star sits still in the ice-covered water of a marina in Buffington Harbor in Gary, Ind. Throngs of people, smoking cigarettes and warming their hands with their breath, hurry to get aboard. Pockets rattle with change for the nickel slots. But the Star isn't going anywhere. From November through April, the riverboat casino is docked, unable to navigate Lake Michigan.

UITS unveils e-mail system

By Marie Harf · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:32 a.m.

By the end of the day Thursday, a new University e-mail system will have moved student computing into modern times, after University Information Technology Services unveils a new Web-based messaging system. The new system, called Webmail, is accessible from any computer via the Internet, UITS data telecommunications director Terry Usrey said. While PINE, the current e-mail system, will keep running, Usrey said Webmail provides students with several advantages.

Cuban racks up 5th NBA fine this season

Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:31 a.m.

DALLAS — Dallas owner and IU alumnus Mark Cuban has received another fine from the NBA, this one totaling $100,000 for sitting on the baseline during the Mavericks game in Minneapolis, last week. "I wasn't aware this was finable, there isn't a rule against it," Cuban said in an e-mail to The Associated Press. "They said it wasn't fitting for an owner to sit there. Ridiculous."

Hoosier advances to quarterfinals

Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:29 a.m.

In its first action since October, the men's tennis team saw some success at the Big Ten Singles Championships last weekend at Ann Arbor, Mich. Senior Milan Rakvica was the Hoosiers' strongest showing, as he won each of his first three rounds in straight sets. He was eliminated in the tournament's quarterfinal by the No. 7 seed from Illinois, Philip Stolt (2-6, 3-6).

Chapman is 'premier post player'

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:28 a.m.

Some say the quiet ones are always more dangerous. This silent predator for the women's basketball team comes in the form of a 6-foot-5 inch junior from Montpelier, Ind. Her name is Jill Chapman. "She's that soft-spoken person," senior guard Heather Cassady said. "Every once in a while, she'll hit a big shot that will get her going, but most of the time she's kind of reserved."

Hoosiers need Big Ten win

By Heater A. Dinich and Heather A. Dinich · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:25 a.m.

Junior guard Dane Fife said he realizes interim head coach Mike Davis wants more offensive productivity from the guards. But Fife said the IU guards aren't quick enough to create their own shots. He even said that maybe, just maybe, the guards "aren't clever enough" to create their own shots. This could be a problem for the Hoosiers (10-7, 1-2 Big Ten) when they face Penn State (11-3, 2-2) and senior guard Joe Crispin, the conference's leading scorer, at 6 p.m. today in Assembly Hall. Crispin is an agile, off-the-dribble shooter averaging 26 points per game against the Big Ten, good for No. 6 in the nation.

Professor shares real-life discrimination

By Matt Covele · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:17 a.m.

During a casual lunch with a colleague in 1975 in New York City, Akwasi B. Assensoh was asked to exit the restaurant he was dining in because the manager told him, "Your presence is driving away business." After charging the meal to the restaurant, Assensoh, an African-American man, was asked to leave.

Council discusses new Internet system

By Peter Gelling · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2001 12:16 a.m.

Don Hossler, vice chancellor for enrollment services, presented faculty with information about the implementation of a new computer information system at IU known as People Soft at the first Bloomington Faculty Council meeting of the semester Tuesday.

Opie Taylor's should fix flaws

Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 11:04 p.m.

Opie Taylor's, 212 N. Walnut St., calls itself a Bloomington tradition, and indeed it is. The atmosphere is perfect for grabbing a burger and a beer while you watch ESPN. But it won't be the best burger in town, by any means. We were seated on stools at a high table, which was somewhat wobbly. We found that to eat, we had to do a balancing act, of sorts.

'Island' mere fun

By Laura Ewald · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 10:57 p.m.

"Passions," "Saved by the Bell," "Survivor," "Total Request Live" and ESPN commercials. These and more guilty TV pleasures bring laughter into our living rooms and smiles to our faces. And while "Temptation Island" might be a bit more risque than the aforementioned programming, it follows the same lighthearted format, and should be treated as such.

The mind is strong but the body weakens

By Mark A. Price and Mark Price · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 10:48 p.m.

I've written this column long enough to have milestones, though they weren't intentionally placed. They are column titles or particular statements that anchor a place and time in my thoughts.

Remember King with actions

By James Boyd · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 10:43 p.m.

It was around mile six of the Martin Luther King Jr. Torch Relay that I dropped the torch. That's right, I dropped and broke the thing. There I was, in the middle of Newport, R.I., running with a Coleman flashlight (which was supposed to represent a torch), honoring one of America's greatest civil rights leaders.

Unified effort necessary for voting reform

By Sarita Chourey · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 10:39 p.m.

He's anything but apologetic. Florida Gov. Jeb Bush just vetoed a $100,000 voter-education measure in Florida without blinking. Surprising, huh? He could have played the prince. What's a hundred grand after all? Mere pelican scraps. Whose idea was this "voter-education measure"? Plenty of politicians are painting themselves as seekers of a just electoral process, especially after toilet-papering it a month ago.

Going all the way

Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 10:35 p.m.

Tonight, the second episode of the FOX television show "Temptation Island" will air. Last week's episode drew 16 million viewers, most of them between the ages of 11 and 18. "Temptation Island" has an interesting premise. Four couples come to a deserted island and go out on dates with beautiful strangers to prove their relationships are strong. For the winners, those who make it through without cheating, money is to be had. For the losers, a trip home alone. But is this the type of show we should be watching?

'Day On' encourages service

By Elvin Yavuz · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 8:06 p.m.

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday Monday meant many Bloomington businesses were closed and IU students didn't have to wake up early to attend classes. But for many, the holiday wasn't just a day in a long weekend. Instead, it was a time to put King's words into action. Since 1998, the IU and Bloomington communities have joined forces to create a weekend of service. Thousands of people participated in the weekend, "A Day On … Not A Day Off." Volunteers went to the 50 participating agencies and work sites to donate their time. This year, more than 400 people volunteered, said Darrell Ann Stone, associate director of student activities.

Students in jail, hospital after fight

By Peter Gelling · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 1:28 a.m.

Junior John Burrello's jaw will be wired shut for the next six weeks. His best friend since elementary school, junior Graham Goy, opened his eyes Monday morning at Bloomington Hospital for the first time since Friday. He remains in critical condition in a coma, according to the hospital.

Driving in Monroe County will soon cost Volunteers collect food

By Rhiddhi Trivedi and Riddhi Trivedi · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 1:09 a.m.

Paul Schoonmaker, a retired senior citizen, celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day by volunteering for a food drive for the needy. He collected more than 400 pounds of food.

Davis calls for production from guards

By David Uchiyama · Tuesday, Jan. 16,2001 1:03 a.m.

Interim head coach Mike Davis said his guards need to step up their play, a sentiment shared by starting guard Dane Fife.