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Section GG, Row 16, Seat 120

By Matt Glenesk · Monday, March 7,2005 12:08 a.m.

Mike Roberts, Ryan Tapak and Mark Johnson said goodbye to Assembly Hall Saturday -- barring a dreaded NIT game in Bloomington. The soon-to-be-departed were showered with applause, given scarce moments of playing time and then allowed to address the Hoosier faithful who had cheered them on for four years (six in Roberts' case).

on the SIDELINES

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, March 7,2005 12:07 a.m.

Anthony Roberson scored 21 points, including two free throws with 15 seconds remaining, and Florida upset No. 3 Kentucky 53-52 on Sunday. The Gators ended an eight-game losing streak to Kentucky and probably ended the Wildcats' hopes of getting a top seed in the NCAA tournament.

Tapak, Roberts, Johnson bid the Hall farewell

By John Rodgers · Monday, March 7,2005 12:05 a.m.

Evelyn Tapak had to pinch herself Saturday. Her son, Ryan Tapak, was playing his last game at Assembly Hall. It was a sight that four years ago, Evelyn would have never foreseen.

IN ROD WE TRUST

By Josh Weinfus and Josh Weinfuss · Monday, March 7,2005 12:03 a.m.

Overshadowed by a career night from sophomore Rod Wilmont, the Hoosiers' three seniors walked out of their last game in Assembly Hall with a win. Setting a career high in points and three pointers in the first half, Wilmont, a Miramar, Fla. native, finished with 20 points and six rebounds, leading IU to a 77-55 win over Northwestern.

Journalist counters U.S. shooting report

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:44 p.m.

ROME -- The Italian journalist wounded by American troops in Iraq after her release by insurgents rejected the U.S. military's account of the shooting and declined Sunday to rule out the possibility she was deliberately targeted. The White House said it was a "horrific accident" and promised a full investigation.

Lebanese independence for Syria's sake

By Cameron Thibos · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:38 p.m.

It would not be wise to place any bets on the Middle East right now. Unprecedented and unexpected events are unfolding across the entire region so quickly it boggles the mind.

Sounds of the Andes and Africa

By Jimmy Rae · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:34 p.m.

From folk sounds of the Andes in South America to the exhilarating percussion and dance numbers from Ghana and South Africa, the Andes Manta & Paschal Younge and the WVU African Music and Dance Ensemble show had it all. The event, presented by the Raymond Foundation, took place 7 p.m. Friday at the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre as part of the 2005 Lotus Blossoms outreach program.

Jackson's accuser briefly lived life of luxury, celebrity hobnobbing

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:33 p.m.

SANTA MARIA, Calif. -- They rode in chauffeured limousines, were whisked across the country in private jets and were treated to spas at luxury resorts. Along the way, the poor family with the cancer-stricken son circulated within a constellation of celebrities -- Chris Tucker, George Lopez and Kobe Bryant among them.

Professor focuses life on philanthropy

By Megan Hubartt · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:31 p.m.

Professor Leslie Lenkowsky has long been interested in helping others. The 59-year-old professor of public affairs and philanthropic studies has spent nearly 40 years of his life using every experience he has had with that objective in mind.

Student reports being fondled at Read Center

By Lori Geller · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:29 p.m.

A 20-year-old student reported being fondled by a man in Read Center early Friday morning, According to police reports, officers were dispatched to Read after the woman told police that around 7:15 a.m., she was approached by a man as she walked near a third floor elevator at Read.

Jordan River Forum

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:29 p.m.

Celebrating a group of people is everyone's right Good points in this article? This article ("Black History Month is racist," March 2) was ridiculous and so were most of the follow-ups to it.

Project promotes unity in reading

By Catherine Hageman · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:28 p.m.

Michael Simmons wants to unite Bloomington residents. He isn't planning on using speeches, parades or persuasion. His weapon is the written word. Books, to be exact.

IU celebrates 185 years of history

By Hannah Lodge · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:28 p.m.

IU held its 185th birthday bash in Assembly Hall Sunday in a ceremony honoring students, faculty and staff. The ceremony, also known as Founders Day, paid tribute to IU's rich past, reflected on the accomplishments of the present and speculated on the future of the University. IU President Adam Herbert, who presided over the ceremony, emphasized the role of democracy and diversity at IU.

Let's talk about sex

By Evan Ross · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:27 p.m.

It's been over 50 years since Alfred Kinsey blew the door off the bedroom with "Sexual Behavior in the Human Male," and its follow-up, "Sexual Behavior in the Human Female." Since then, the world has changed dramatically: civil rights, the feminist movement and the burgeoning of the gay rights movement. In Kinsey's legacy, he established the field of sex research and made IU the premier university for exploring human reproduction.

Man accused of attempting to sell secrets

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:26 p.m.

GREENFIELD, Ind. -- A man accused of offering to sell the names of U.S. intelligence agents to Iraq received espionage training in Russia about 30 years ago, a report said.

The devil, you say

By Brian J. McFillen and Brain J. McFillen · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:26 p.m.

From outrage over University of Colorado professor Ward Churchill's comments about the Sept. 11 attacks, to Students for Academic Freedom's campaign for an Academic Bill of Rights, academic freedom has become a pressing issue here in the hallowed halls. To discuss this, I have invited back distinguished expert in social phenomena Dr. Nick Scratch, from the University of Malebolge, Eighth Circle Campus.

IUSA denies fair election

By Anthony Breznican · Sunday, March 6,2005 11:24 p.m.

Every year for the past five or six years, the IU Student Association election has been prolonged by frivolous party complaints and Supreme Court hearings, among other things.

Assembly Hall site of reported assault

By Lori Geller · Friday, March 4,2005 1:43 p.m.

An 18-year-old female student reported that she was raped in an Assembly Hall bathroom during the IU-Purdue basketball game Tuesday. According to IU Police Department reports, the woman was found unconscious in the women's restroom on the west side near section C of Assembly Hall.

Hoosiers finalize schedule for 2005

By Dan Click · Friday, March 4,2005 1:50 a.m.

IU hopes that colonels are tamer than ducks this fall. The Hoosiers released their 2005 football schedule Wednesday. Originally, IU was scheduled to play the Oregon Ducks at home Sept. 10; instead the Hoosiers will play the Nicholls State University Colonels at 4 p.m. at Memorial Stadium the same day.

Hoosiers look to right ship

By Steve Brennan · Friday, March 4,2005 1:48 a.m.

For the first time all season, every one of the Hoosiers' opponents this weekend will be unranked. None of the teams have ever beaten IU, but the Hoosiers are not taking things lightly. Coming off of a loss to No. 6 California, the No. 9 Hoosiers hope to rebound when they head east to start the College Water Polo Association Western Division play.