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Preparation is priceless

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 1:15 a.m.

We used to use a computer system here at the Indiana Daily Student called Quark. After switching to a new program we kept Quark around because, per Murphy's Law, problems are bound to come up. You don't throw out something that works until you're sure the new one does too. So why couldn't IU do the same with the PeopleSoft system? We understand new programs are going to have their glitches, but this isn't the virgin voyage for PeopleSoft.

Lilly freezes hiring, imposes 'strict measures'

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 1:14 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Eli Lilly and Company has imposed a company-wide hiring freeze and other "strict measures" as the drug maker continues working to overcome the loss of revenue from its former blockbuster-selling antidepressant, Prozac.

Beer in aluminum bottles on the way

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 1:13 a.m.

PITTSBURGH -- How much would you pay for a bottle of beer that stays cold nearly an hour longer? Pittsburgh Brewing Co., maker of Iron City Beer, is asking an additional $1 per case.

Activities at Latino Fest interrupted by rainstorm

By Maurina Paradise · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 1:08 a.m.

Despite the ominous dark clouds over Bloomington, Karst Farm Park was crowded during Latino Fest Saturday. More than 30 tables were staffed by various local organizations such as Ivy Tech State College, Mujeres en Conexion, Culture Week and League of Women Voters, among others.

MTV Music Awards tamer, but still explosive

By Alyson Brodsy and Adrian Sainz · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 1:07 a.m.

MIAMI -- There was no Madonna-Britney Spears kiss, no partially-clad Howard Stern coming down from the rafters, and certainly no wardrobe malfunctions. The MTV Awards show Sunday featured typical frenetic energy and sexy style -- and a few musical surprises -- but it was mostly a kinder, gentler version of past shows.

Union Board planning better Little 5 acts

By Sabina Bhasin · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:59 a.m.

The excitement that Little 500 evokes in each student at IU can only be surpassed by its concerts. Last year the shows were intended to be spectacular, but from the lack of turnout to the angry performers, the students paid in full expecting an incredible show, only to walk away disgruntled and disappointed. "I was really upset about the Bone Thugs Concert and would like my $15 back!" junior Lida Coalter said.

Around The Campus

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:58 a.m.

Hillel to hold first Casino Night The Helene G. Simon Hillel Center will host the first annual Welcome Week Casino Night for new students. Attendees can test their luck at hearts, blackjack and slots at 7 p.m. today in McNutt Quadrangle.

Knight files new lawsuit

By Mike Malik · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:55 a.m.

For six months, former men's head basketball coach Bob Knight did not have any litigation pending against IU, but that streak ended Thursday in Indianapolis when Knight's attorneys filed a lawsuit against IU. Knight is suing the University and Indiana Insurance Company on the basis of the indemnity policy he had when he was employed by the University. An indemnity policy, a type of liability insurance, covers employee attorney fees and other expenses if a lawsuit is brought against the employee while employed at the University.

IU leads pack in combatting illegal downloads, report says

By Adam Van Osdol and Adam VanOsdol · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:55 a.m.

IU is a leader among colleges and universities in combating illegal downloading, according to a new report being presented to the U.S. House of Representatives. An online file-sharing tutorial and quiz IU added last year to educate students about copyright laws are receiving praise from entertainment industry insiders who helped compile the study.

From The Floor

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:49 a.m.

Daniels to visit convention floor, city events today NEW YORK - Indiana Republican gubernatorial candidate Mitch Daniels is expected to make an appearance at the Republican National Convention today. Daniels' press secretary Mark Lotter said the candidate will attend meetings with the Indiana delegates and supporters, attend various events and then will make his way to Madison Square Garden later in the afternoon. Daniels is running against Democratic incumbent Joe Kernan in November's election.

Al-Sadr calls for cease-fire

By Alyson Brodsy and Todd Pitman · Tuesday, Aug. 31,2004 12:46 a.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Rebel Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr called for his followers across Iraq to end fighting against U.S. and Iraqi forces and is planning to join the political process in the coming days, an al-Sadr aide said Monday. Iraqi oil exports came to a halt after a rash of insurgent attacks on the country's petroleum infrastructure, the country's main source of income, senior oil company officials said. Oil prices edged higher in advance of the opening of trading on the New York Mercantile Exchange.

AD search winding down

By Dan Click · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 9:47 p.m.

After three months of searching, IU will soon know who will lead its athletics department. IU Alumni Association President Ken Beckley, who is the leader of the search committee, said the search is now focused on one candidate and that an announcement will likely be made early next week.

Students, campus groups united by faith, fellowship, new friends

By Eric Tash · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 2:24 a.m.

As the 10th annual Faith Fest descended upon Dunn Meadow Sunday, freshmen, upperclassmen and residents alike visited the many religious organizations that had tables set up with informative literature, cookies and pizza.

Giuliani, McCain to focus on security in speeches

By Josh Sanburn · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 2:24 a.m.

NEW YORK -- As the Republican National Convention begins today, Indiana's delegates will wake up two blocks from the World Trade Center site, as well as from a convention that will focus on President Bush's leadership and strength following the Sept. 11 attacks.

Protesters take to New York

By Josh Weinfus and Josh Weinfuss · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 2:24 a.m.

NEW YORK -- Under the cover of hovering helicopters and in between the lines of New York's finest, hundreds of thousands of protesters marched the streets of Manhattan, voicing their dislike for President George W. Bush, the Republican party and the Republican National Convention.

Freshmen flock to Wal-Mart

By Rick Newkirk · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 2:24 a.m.

Friday night was Midnight Madness. Not the night when thousands of fans pack into Assembly Hall to watch the men's basketball team make its first appearance on the court, but the night when thousands of students pack into Wal-Mart for their first journey of the year through the corporation's hallowed halls.

Students plead guilty to felony recklessness

By Tony Sams · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 2:24 a.m.

Two students involved in an October 2003 drag-racing crash -- that left another student dead -- pleaded guilty to felony criminal recklessness Friday for their roles in the event. Junior Daipayan Banerjee, 21, and senior Patrick McBride, 22, will avoid prison time and resume classes this fall under plea agreements.

Coalition to lobby for law change

By Tony Sams · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 1:57 a.m.

In response to recent stories concerning the drug histories of two Indiana gubernatorial candidates, a national coalition based in Washington, D.C., is calling upon Gov. Joe Kernan and Mitch Daniels to support a full repeal of the Higher Education Act drug provision.

Professor writes book criticizing media's portrayal of black men

By Daria Kamalipour · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 1:33 a.m.

Dennis Rome, a criminal justice professor and sociologist, believes the biggest obstacle facing race relations in this country is in the media's portrayal of black men, which is why he wrote "Black Demons: Mass Media's Depiction of the African American Male Criminal Stereotype," published last month by Praeger Publishers.

Caribbean claims Little League World Series championship

By Alyson Brodsy and Dan Lewerenz · Monday, Aug. 30,2004 1:27 a.m.

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. -- Carlos Pineda struck out 11 and Jurickson Profar hit a two-run homer as Pabao Little League of Willemstad, Curacao, took an early lead and held on for a 5-2 victory over Conejo Valley of Thousand Oaks, Calif., in the Little League World Series championship Sunday night. California scored both of its runs in the top of the sixth, and had runners on first and third with two outs. James Brady hit to first baseman Christopher Garia, who won a race to make the final out.