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MASTI 2006 to kick off today

Don't be surprised by the sound of bhangra music or cricket balls whizzing around -- MASTI starts today. Students will arrive at IU from all over the country today for MASTI 2006, a conference for Southeast Asian students. The conference, which starts tonight and ends Sunday, will feature a series of competitions and cultural events. "We're trying to get South Asians to celebrate their culture together," said MASTI 2006 Chairwoman Nidhi Singhal, an IU senior.

Shortle: IUSA election 'most important'

Since 1948, IU Student Association members have had the responsibility of representing the student body in University governance. Today, that voice is being threatened, said IUSA President Alex Shortle. Shortle said students now participate in approximately 120 University committees, search and screen committees, and the Committee for Fee Review.

Coexist!

The basic message of my column last week was to condemn the violent response to the Danish cartoon controversy. One week and countless responses later, I can make a more detailed argument, even though the dust has not even come close to settling. Three more people died Wednesday at a protest in Pakistan, and the end of this nightmare is not even a pinhole of light at the end of the tunnel.

Curling is sexy

I think my favorite sport of the winter Olympics is curling.

No tree hugging necessary

In a world where young people are often accused of being apathetic, IU students are proving that they do, in fact, give a "sh*t." The "Green Nalgene" project ("RHA Nalgene program aims to reduce waste," Jan. 27), instituted by Residence Halls Association with the cooperation of Residential Programs and Services, allows students to purchase a green plastic Nalgene bottle for $2. The bottle can then be refilled for 35 cents in campus food courts. The aim of the project is to reduce the paper waste produced in the food courts.

Iraq investigates 'death squad' claims in its ranks

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- The Shiite-dominated Interior Ministry announced an investigation Thursday into claims of death squads in its ranks as police found a dozen more bodies, bringing the number of apparent victims of sectarian reprisal killings to at least 30 this week.

U.N. urges U.S. to shut down Guantanamo

GENEVA -- The United States should shut down the prison for terror suspects at Guantanamo Bay and either release the detainees or put them on trial, the United Nations said in a report released Thursday. The world body also called on the United States to refrain from practices that "amount to torture."

Hold on to your passion and don't let go

Passion stirs in all of us. It might be the one, single thing that makes you get out of bed in the morning. It could be the only reason you're pursuing a college degree.

The Exit will rock IU as O.A.R.'s opener Sunday

To be the opener for the headlining band is no easy feat. There's a lot of pressure to get the crowd excited, and many times the fans see the opening band as little more than a time filler. "It's just waiting time," freshman Kristi Hewitt said. "They entertain us while we wait. It's entertaining, but it's not usually that good." On Sunday, O.A.R. will perform at the IU Auditorium. Before the quintet steps into the spotlight, its opening band, The Exit, has the not-so-easy task of energizing the crowd.

'Emperor's Daughters,' 'Sleeping Beauty' on stage at John Waldron Saturday

The Bloomington Area Arts Council and Monroe County Civic Theater will present "Sleeping Beauty" at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Feb. 25 and 26 at the John Waldron Arts Center Auditorium, 122. S. Walnut St. Catherine Wilkerson's version of this well-known fairy tale is part of the 2005-06 Performance Series at the John Waldron Arts Center.

White, Vaden may both leave IU after Davis' resignation

Two Hoosier stars made it clear they would not return to the team during a press conference Thursday to announce IU basketball coach Mike Davis' retirement. Sophomore forward D.J. White and sophomore guard Robert Vaden both implied that wherever Davis ended up, they would follow.

Davis era to end

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. ‑ A speculative week has seemingly climaxed as multiple media outlets reported Wednesday evening that IU men's basketball coach Mike Davis has resigned. According to the reports, Davis will remain with the team for the rest of the season, but an official resignation announcement could come from the University as early as today. A Sports Illustrated story cites an unnamed source within the athletic department. "If I say something, I'll say the wrong thing," Davis said after Wednesday night's game. "Trust me, I've been on TV the last three days, so I just need to keep my mouth quiet and focus on our basketball team."

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IU Health Center to offer free skin cancer checks

When freshman Nicole Smith noticed that a spot on her skin began to change rapidly in shape and size, she went to her physician for help. Her physician told her she had melanoma, the most deadly type of skin cancer, which could have spread to her lungs and brain. Although she was only 20 years old at the time, her physician informed her that she could have died within the year had her melanoma gone undetected. Today, Smith is a melanoma survivor and the student coordinator of a free skin cancer screening offered by the IU Health Center Thursday.

Practicing to make 'legends' a tough task

Kyle Brandle of Kappa Delta Rho has had no social life since early January. The junior has spent most of his time this semester teaching a group of students a song and dance number for this weekend's IU Sing. "I don't get to see my friends," he said, but his hectic schedule is nearing its end. IUSF's IU Sing takes place Friday and Saturday nights and will be held at the IU Auditorium, bringing weeks worth of hard work to a finale. This year's theme is "Legends: Music that defined a nation."

Reports: Davis has resigned

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Road woes continue for IU

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- Somewhere amid all of the resignation-rumor mayhem Wednesday night, a basketball game was played. But it certainly didn't offer IU too much of a bright side. The Hoosiers (13-9, 5-6 Big Ten) fell 71-68 to conference bottom-dweller Penn State at the Bryce Jordan Center, putting them into a position where they would likely have to win four out of their last five games to make the NCAA Tournament. "We've just got to win four games now," IU coach Mike Davis said. "The magic number for us is to try to get to 17 wins."

Picking the right style for a vacation in Israel

The is past winter break I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to spend 10 days in Israel. My trip was sponsored through an organization called "Birthright," a program that sends Jewish students to Israel. Caught up in my excitement, I pulled out the itinerary a week before my departure so that I could figure out what to pack. When I saw a New Year's party and nights at Israel's famous clubs scheduled, I thought the trip was right up my alley and I knew exactly what to bring.

A senior reviews her last New York Fashion Week

As I arrived at the famous Bryant Park tents for what was to be the beginning of my last Fashion Week ever, or at least the last that I would be covering for the Indiana Daily Student, I took a deep breath and reminded myself of everything I came to do. I hadn't been to a Fashion Week in New York since September 2004, and I had forgotten how exciting it was. I wanted to go to every show, interview all of the designers, attend all of the after-parties and mingle with the prestigious fashion elite, with whom I hope to someday work.

Bloomington spas cater to students health, beauty needs