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Indiana senator wants youth to exercise their right to vote

By Lindsey Jancek and Lindsay Jancek · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:16 a.m.

Sen. Evan Bayh, D-Ind., spoke out in Washington, D.C., last week to encourage young voters to March Across America this summer and increase voter registration.

Warrant issued for Iraqi cleric

By Alyson Brodsy and Hamza Hendawi · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:14 a.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq - U.S. administrators in Iraq declared a radical Shiite cleric an "outlaw" Monday and announced a warrant for his arrest, heightening a confrontation after battles between his supporters and coalition troops killed at least 52 Iraqis and nine coalition troops, including eight Americans.

Health Center offers discount on birth control, medications

By Chelsea McDonnaugh and Chelsea McDonnough · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:13 a.m.

For many years, the IU Health Center has offered students medication at discounted prices. Some wonder why and how the Health Center has such discounted costs on birth control and other medications. Pharmacy Director Cheryl Thomas said the cheap prices have to do with the government. "We have a government contract that is usually given to universities and health clinics like Planned Parenthood by the manufacturers," Thomas said.

IU approves tight budget

By Rick Newkirk · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:12 a.m.

The IU board of trustees approved the University's budget for 2004-2005 Friday, which includes a 2.4 percent net increase in projected revenues. But in economic reality, the University has almost zero dollars to expand and invest for the next academic year.

Magic hands

By Katie Schoenbaechler and Katie Shoenbaechler · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:12 a.m.

A local physical therapy office in Bloomington is performing procedures with some unexplainable results. It's not voodoo, and it's not magic -- it's just somewhat of a mystery.

Alcohol arrests drop on campus

By Mallory Simon · Tuesday, April 6,2004 2:12 a.m.

While alcohol and drug arrests at IU have decreased in the last year, IU officials, police and store owners remain cautious about causes and implications of the decline. Dean of Students Richard McKaig said he believes it would be a good idea to withhold judgment on these statistics for at least another year or two.

NO SLEEP FOR A JEEP

By Cecelia Wolford · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:58 a.m.

One lucky person with cold, chapped lips walked away from Delta Upsilon with a brand new jeep Saturday, and all he had to do was kiss the car. But this prince of an idea turns frog in a second when one realizes the winner of the Fifth annual Delta Upsilon/ Kappa Delta Jeep Kiss-Off had to stand for 30 hours, part of the time on one leg, to win the prize. The lucky winner, freshman Brian Laiderman of Alpha Tau Omega, stood for 30 hours glued to the Jeep. He won after the only other standing contestant, sophomore Mary Rothring, collapsed from exhaustion, though she is now fine.

INPIRG pushes new site supporting Pell Grants

By Gavin Lesnick · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:58 a.m.

Entering IU, Brandon Houston had dreams of becoming a lawyer. But five years and $30,000 in debt later, those plans dealt him a major blow. While Houston, now a senior, still plans on going to graduate school -- despite nearly doubling his debt -- he hopes future students won't face similar difficulties.

Cubs victorious in 2004 season debut

By Alyson Brodsy and Joe Kay · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:53 a.m.

CINCINNATI -- Sammy Sosa couldn't get a hit. Kerry Wood couldn't get past the fifth inning. Big problems? Not for these newly confident Cubs.

IU hungry for win against BSU

By Mark Carlson · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:52 a.m.

The Hoosiers (23-18, 0-2 in the Big Ten) were hungry to wash the bad taste out of their mouths after two tough losses to Michigan this weekend when Bowling Green came to town Sunday. Two wins later, IU was still not satisfied.

Freshmen spark Hoosiers return

By Jeff Fuldauer · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:52 a.m.

Off-season improvement and consistency from seasoned veterans have brought the IU women's tennis team a long way this season. Already surpassing its win total from last season just two matches into April, it has been the influx of freshmen recruits giving the Hoosiers their winning edge.

Anything but standard

By Matt Glenesk · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:51 a.m.

Fall back, spring forward. Who cares? It's irrelevant for us Hoosiers. My beloved Indiana, a state I've adopted as my own, has its own unique spin on daylight-saving time. What is it?

Okafor's dad proud of son's most-outstanding tourney

By Alyson Brodsy and Ben Walker · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:49 a.m.

SAN ANTONIO -- Emeka Okafor powered inside, slammed home a rebound and got the Connecticut cheering section to go crazy.

Around The Campus

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:42 a.m.

Career day offers insight for after graduation Students will have the opportunity to network with IU alumni in various fields from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday in the Indiana Memorial Union Tree Suites at the Student Alumni Career Day, "Making Friends in High Places."

Grad programs receive high rankings

By Aishah Hasnie · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:27 a.m.

IU programs in business, public and environmental affairs, education, law, clinical psychology, audiology and medicine are the Bloomington-based graduate programs that were ranked highly in the 2005 U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Graduate Schools."

Hilfiger dresses Indy in new clothing collection

By Patrice Worthy and Patricia Worthy · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:20 a.m.

Tommy Hilfiger, a designer known for his stylish casual wear, is growing up and bringing his clothing with him. Hilfiger greeted fans Friday at the Castleton Square Mall in Indianapolis to introduce his new upscale clothing line, H Hilfiger. The new collection came out of a need for a luxurious line that catered to adults and to boost declining sales in his mens' line, Hilfiger said.

Extremadura is extreme history

By Julia Balnford and Julia Blanford · Tuesday, April 6,2004 1:19 a.m.

Of the many ethnic groups that have inhabited the Iberian Peninsula during the past few millennia, the Romans take the cake (or flan) for some of the most remarkable buildings. This influence is highly visible in the Spanish province of Extremadura, which is located three hours south of Madrid along the Spain-Portugal border.

Jordan River Forum

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, April 6,2004 12:59 a.m.

Represent both sides in resolution While I applaud the IU Student Association's efforts to formally denounce terrorism and other forms of violence in Israel and Palestine, it should be recognized that resolution 04-09-03 falls short of this goal.

Opposing the sexes drives them apart

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, April 6,2004 12:55 a.m.

This letter is in response to the March 30 editorial by senior Judd Arnold titled, "Why I'm Single," though it is a reaction to something far greater. Mr. Arnold, it seems, is a firm believer that "men are from Mars, women are from Venus" (though he admits in his article he actually has no idea what planet women are from).

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