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In media studies, bigger is not better

Sometimes having too much can result in redundancy and wasted expenses. That seems to be the case amongst three areas of study on campus — Telecommunications, Communication and Culture and Journalism. 

Women’s soccer team falls in overtime

The IU women’s soccer team lost its game against Wisconsin today after a goal in overtime by midfielder Monica Lam-Feist.

Metz Grant applications due Oct. 15

IU Student Foundation and IU Foundation are now accepting applications for the fall Metz Grant.

IU Opera and Ballet Theater to live stream productions

IU Opera and Ballet Theater have announced the live streaming schedule. The project began in 2007 for the streaming of Puccini’s La Boheme and has expanded to include Jacobs School of Music productions and other concerts.

Chappell's 4 TDs leads IU past Akron, 35-20

IU (3-0) toppled Akron (0-4), 35-20, at Memorial Stadium as senior quarterback Ben Chappell tallied his second-straight 300-yard game through the air -- including four touchdowns in the first half.

Our week in photos

From Lotus to Andy Hollinden to the Grote sisters, check out all of the photos that made it into this week's paper. Also see how IDS editors chose the page one Lotus photo in Monday's paper on the Focus blog.

Chasity Mottinger

Working at the IDS is a great experience and the staff is so cool and nice. It's an amazing opportunity to learn and develop skills for a career and life.

CJ Lotz

Working at the IDS reaffirmed what I learned in class. I love the action in interviewing, writing and editing more than just learning about journalism.

Sarah Brubeck

I have been given freedom as a writer, and now as an editor, that I haven't been given anywhere else, including internships.

Christine Ashack

Author Tom French talks about latest novel, promotional tour

This summer, Tom French visited The Colbert Report and NPR's Talk of the Nation to discuss his book, Zoo Story. Journalism students on the Bloomington campus have a chance to hear the Pulitzer Prize-winning former IDS editor-in-chief talk about it in person.

'Writers Abroad' features articles from South Africa, France

Indiana Daily Student writers share their overseas study experiences. Fifteen students from around the world will take you into their lives and give you a glimpse.

How to stay in touch with friends and family

If you’re feeling homesick, here are some useful tips on how to keep in contact with home.

Options for off-campus living

Tired of the dorms?Looking for more independence?Want a bigger place?Renting might be a good choice for you.

Lotus Festival

Each fall, Bloomington becomes a showcase of international entertainment. The Lotus World Music and Arts Festival, which will take place Sept. 17-19 this year, is an annual celebration of the cultures that make up Bloomington and features a packed weekend of performances across downtown. Expect musicians from across the globe to schedule sets throughout the weekend. Stilt walkers, belly dancers, marching bands and bright colors are all standard. Rather than attempt to describe the cross-cultural phenomenon, this selection of IDS photos from past years of the festival should give you a taste of what to expect.

Comfort food

Just because you’re thousands of miles away from home doesn’t mean you can’t find some of your traditional cuisine. Bloomington has some of the most authentic restaurants and freshest produce around. Fourth Street in particular houses many of the city’s ethnic offerings.

Need a study break?

Looking for something to do? Want to get off campus? Don’t have a lot of money? The Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau can help students explore Bloomington.

What is a Hoosier?

A small card in IU’s reference library was imprinted with a brief definition of the word “Hoosier.” Jeffrey Graf, a reference associate at the Herman B Wells Library, thought its explanation was too brief, so he produced a large file of information and started a struggle that has been on IU’s campus for quite some time.

Making campus a home

Welcome to Bloomington. While this new venture might be exciting and full of possibilities, IU is here to help with any challenges you might face. Finding a good support system from the beginning can be vital to your success. There are numerous resources on campus that can help.

Editor's note

More than 40,000 students attend Indiana University, and it can be scary enough to start out at a campus this big when you’re coming from a town just a few hours away. Coming to a completely different country can be terrifying. But it can also be incredibly exhilarating.