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Kim proves he remains in charge of NKorea after reported stroke

Thursday, April 9,2009 7:47 p.m.

A visibly grayer and thinner Kim Jong Il proved Thursday he remains in charge of communist North Korea, presiding over parliament in a triumphant return to center stage after months out of the public eye following a reported stroke.

Jury ponders case of Marine accused of Iraq murder

Thursday, April 9,2009 7:46 p.m.

Military jurors began deliberating Wednesday whether a Marine sergeant should be convicted of murdering an unarmed detainee during a battle in Iraq.

Rabbi Micha Wiesenberg searches for chametz Tuesday evening in his home. Wiesenberg teaches students from his home about the Jewish faith and traditions surrounding them.

Local Rabbi brings Judaism to students

By Rachel Pankiw · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:29 a.m.

Micha Wiesenberg is an Orthodox rabbi on a student’s schedule, often meeting students at the library for late-night get-togethers.

Rapper Young Jeezy to perform for Little 500 at Sammy

By Mickey Woods · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:25 a.m.

Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity and a team of students will bring rap superstar Young Jeezy to perform during this year’s Little 500 week.

Hutton’s legacy lauded during dedication

By Stephanie Doctrow · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:23 a.m.

The dedication of the new Hutton Honors College building celebrated the Honors College’s new home while remembering the loss of Edward Hutton.

A Thriller with Brains

By Brian Welk · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:23 a.m.

There’s a lot that can be said about “Knowing.” It deals with psychological questions that have been asked countless times in movies and in life.

Senate reveals budget proposal; calls for sustained IU funding

By Brian Spegele and Katrina Loh · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:20 a.m.

Indiana Senate leaders released a budget proposal Wednesday, calling for sustained IU funding even as the state is faced with diminishing tax revenue.

Senior given high honor

By Carrie Schedler · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:18 a.m.

Rebecca Burns received the award from IU Executive Vice President and Provost Karen Hanson at a recent dinner and was recognized for the achievement at the IU-Bloomington Honors Convocation on March 29.

Terry Gross, host of NPR's Fresh Air, speaks Wednesday evening at the IU Auditorium. Gross shared sound clips highlighting her three decades in broadcasting.

NPR's Gross shares life stories

By Rachel Skybetter · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:17 a.m.

After more than 30 years of asking people to share their stories, National Public Radio’s Terry Gross finally shared some of her own Wednesday night at the IU Auditorium.

IU up in number of applications, down in deposits

By Rachel Krasnow · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:16 a.m.

The economy is down, students are poor and the Office of Admissions is behind on enrollment deposits. IU is trying to combat this problem by attracting students with scholarships and more financial aid funding.

Current Dean of Students and Chief Student Affairs Officer at Old Dominion University Geneva M. Walker-Johnson speaks Wednesday evening at the IU Maurer School of Law. Walker-Johnson is the forth and final Dean of Students candidate to visit the campus.

Final dean candidate wants to be student advocate

By Haley Adams · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:15 a.m.

Geneva Walker-Johnson answered questions about greek life, student advocacy and improving the relations between students and faculty.

Officials plan to admit fewer freshmen this year

By Jake Wright · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:14 a.m.

Every year floods of applications from high school seniors around the country and the world pour in, but now more than ever, admission is getting tough.

O’Malia Foods robbed Wednesday night

By Amanda Bridgman · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:13 a.m.

An armed robber is on the loose after taking an undisclosed amount of cash from O’Malia Foods.

Johnsen still not confirmed

Thursday, April 9,2009 12:12 a.m.

IU law professor Dawn Johnsen’s senate confirmation to President Barack Obama’s office of legal counsel continues to be delayed.

Academic fraternities offer career opportunities

By Bailey Loosemore · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:10 a.m.

Alpha Kappa Psi is an academic fraternity on campus for students interested in business, Swisher said. The organization, like other academic fraternities at IU, focuses on professional development, community service and “brotherhood” activities.

Associate vice provost for undergraduate education has plans to outreach in lifelong learning

By Alex Benson · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:08 a.m.

Dennis Groth began his tenure as associate vice provost for undergraduate education on March 30. His responsibilities include outreach in education, learning services and lifelong learning and leadership aspects.

Things change

By Wes Jakacki · Thursday, April 9,2009 12:07 a.m.

“Living Thing” features little to no guitars but almost solely percussion, simplifying the music and bringing forth the band’s vocals. This style proves very hit-or-miss throughout the album, as some of the lyrics and songs are simply too simple.

IU Mens tennis coach Randy Bloemendaal watches the mens tennis team practice Tuesday afternoon at the IU Tennis center.

Coach adjusts to Midwest town

By Stephanie Kuzydym · Wednesday, April 8,2009 11:53 p.m.

Before coming to IU, coach Randy Bloemendaal used to think Bloomington was only miles of cornfields.

IU men's soccer coach Mike Freitag talks to players after practice Wednesday morning at practice. IU will play Louisville today at 7 p.m.

IU prepares for first road match of spring season

By Zina Kumok · Wednesday, April 8,2009 11:51 p.m.

The practice fields are barren. Nine players are gone. One assistant coach has been swapped for another. With three additions to the IU men’s soccer team, the Hoosiers are using the spring season to integrate a new starting lineup and a former player turned coach.

TV is here for you

By Cory Barker · Wednesday, April 8,2009 11:48 p.m.

It’s a depressing time we live in, folks. The economy is floundering, people are being massacred on what seems like a weekly basis and North Korea is firing missiles into the air. Times like these are when you’d normally turn to family and friends for comfort, but they’re all just as scared as you.

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