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'RENT' paid in full

By Andrew Welfe and Andrew Welfle · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11:17 p.m.

Upon hearing the phrase "great American musical," it used to be that one's mind immediately went to Rodgers and Hammerstein shows, such as "South Pacific," or Frank Loesser's works, like "Guys and Dolls." These plays celebrated the happy-go-lucky idealisms of 1950s America. Guy meets girl, guy loses girl and of course, guy gets girl in the end. The audience wouldn't have it any other way.

Dance company explores art through dance workshops

By Stacey Laskin · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11:16 p.m.

The African American Dance Company offered students a chance to explore a wide array of dance techniques and styles at its seventh annual workshop Jan. 30 and 31 at the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center. Students were able to learn instruction in Horton and Dunham modern technique, jazz, Afro Cuban, Salsa and African dance.

War discussed through images

By Rami Chami · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11:15 p.m.

A full house gathered Friday evening to listen to a panel discussion examining the "Killer Shots: A Photographic Response to War" exhibit currently on display at the SoFA Gallery. The gallery is a collection of 36 original photographs of the most famous and stunning pictures taken by professional photojournalist during times of modern conflict.

$225K grant bolsters overseas opportunities

By Brandon Morley and Brandon S Morley · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11:07 p.m.

The IU Office of Overseas Study announced Wednesday it received a $225,000 grant to help create three new summer programs for IU students who wish to study abroad. The Edward L. Hutton Foundation has a history of granting generous sums of money to the University to fund study abroad scholarships to eligible students through the Honors College. Kathleen Sideli, director of the Office of Overseas Study and associate dean of International Programs, said the grant from the Hutton Foundation will allow Overseas Study to create and fund several new programs over the next three years.

Around The Campus

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11:03 p.m.

School of Education Read-In today The IU School of Education is hosting an African American Read-In at the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center today from 10 to 11:15 a.m. The Read-In is part of the 15th National African American Read-In Chain sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English. IU and high school students and School of Education faculty will read selected poems and passages by black authors.

IU-EMS pursuing funds for ambulance program

By Cecelia Wolford · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 11 p.m.

If senior Shannon Henning ever needs an ambulance, she'll make sure and bring her checkbook. "(I'd) have to pay a grand for an ambulance to take me ten blocks," she said. Henning, a pre-medical student, supports a new initiative from IU Emergency Medical Services that will ultimately make ambulances free for IU students.

Faculty discuss House bill effects

By Vanessa Caruso · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 10:57 p.m.

IU's Progressive Faculty Coalition held a forum Friday afternoon to discuss a U.S. House of Representatives bill the PFC says could threaten academic freedom in higher education. The forum attracted a full house of students, citizens and faculty members concerned with implications the bill might have on the future of higher education.

Kiss your ads goodbye

By Tony Sams · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 10:53 p.m.

You probably saw a lot of interesting things last night if you watched the Super Bowl, but here are two things I bet you didn't see: commercials from the advocacy groups MoveOn and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

'Tis the season

By Jenna Hess · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 10:51 p.m.

So, what are your thoughts on Valentine's Day?" After a lull in conversation with friends in committed relationships, I was posed this question amid smirks and raised eyebrows. While I may be the occasionally-sarcastic, perennially-single girl, this seemed entirely inappropriate. Hey, I know what'll be good for a laugh -- let's ask our boyfriend-less pal about a holiday geared directly toward couples and see what bitter quips she comes up with.

I just want PANTS!

By Stephanie Morris · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 10:49 p.m.

When trying to find clothing to cover our bodies and make us feel attractive in a world that places great emphasis on looks, women love to remind each other Marilyn Monroe wore a size 12. In truth, that statistic isn't as comforting as one might believe. Thanks to the phenomenon called vanity sizing, says Meryl Epstein of the Art Institute of Phoenix, Monroe would actually be wearing a size 6 today.

Black, white and read

By Alyson Brodsy · Sunday, Feb. 1,2004 10:46 p.m.

Wouldn't it be great if we could get the Indianapolis Star, the USA Today and the New York Times every day? Great news everyone, now we can. But you have to read the fine print before enjoying this great deal. The pilot program, funded by USA Today, will distribute an assortment of the three papers for a trial period. After the period is over, a committee will meet and discuss whether to charge students a $2 activity fee to bring the papers to campus permanently.

INPIRG releases study on high textbook prices

By Mallory Simon · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:06 a.m.

Publishers are inflating the cost of college textbooks, according to a study released Thursday by the national Public Interest Research Group.

Afghan weapons cache kills 7

By Alyson Brodsy and Stephen Graham · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:05 a.m.

KABUL, Afghanistan -- An explosion at a weapons cache in Afghanistan killed seven U.S. soldiers and wounded three more Thursday, the U.S. Central Command said. One American soldier was missing.

Athletic deficit still a concern

By Josh Weinfus and Josh Weinfuss · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:05 a.m.

In an attempt to explain the lingering financial woes the IU athletic department faces, athletic director Terry Clapacs said Thursday that the deficit is a $2 million structural problem. In addition to the deficit, IU President Adam Herbert called the athletic facilities "unacceptable."

PRIDE coming to the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre

By Lynndi Lockenour · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:04 a.m.

PRIDE, an organization representing equality for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities will host films that confront issues within the GLBT community. This is the first film festival in Bloomington to focus primarily on GLBT issues. Organizers said they wanted to bring the series to Bloomington as a way to contribute to diversity.

Portrait of a painter

By Chris Sommerfeld · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:04 a.m.

Six days a week, Peter Lawrence balances a hectic work schedule as a waiter at two Bloomington restaurants. And on his day off each week -- a day when most would rest and relax -- Lawrence tries to supplement his income as an artist. Working the cliche starving artist job as a waiter at the IMU Tudor Room and Casablanca has not impeded Lawrence's artistic progress.

Trustees approve parking project

By Chris Freiberg and Warren Christopher Freiberg · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:04 a.m.

The gravel parking lot directly south of Assembly Hall on the corner of 17th Street and Fee Lane will be given a much needed makeover this summer. In a plan approved by the board of trustees Thursday, the Blue lot will be paved, new lighting fixtures will be installed and trees will be planted around the perimeter. The plan also calls for the realignment of the entrance drive near Walnut Grove Avenue and the closing of the drive near Forrest Avenue.

Hardy to challenge incumbent Buyer

By Holly Johnson and Holy Johnson · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:04 a.m.

After twenty years of active military duty, a seasoned Army veteran is giving up his decades-long tenure with the armed forces to enter public service. Republican Dennis Hardy filed candidacy for Congress in Indiana's fourth district, which includes Monroe County, last Wednesday. Hardy, who most recently served in the Army Operations Center in the Pentagon, seeks to unseat incumbent Representative Steve Buyer. Hardy has identified three key issues -- integrity, constituent services and homeland security -- around which he has centered his campaign. And for him, the fight is personal. Hardy claims Rep. Steve Buyer compromised both his personal integrity and a responsibility to Indiana voters by sending a letter to House speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Illinois, in March stating he had been called for active duty to serve in Iraq and requesting to be relieved of his congressional duties.

Mayor Kruzan names interim city controller

By Lindsey Jancek and Lindsay Jancek · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:04 a.m.

Mayor Mark Kruzan appointed Susan Clark as the new city interim controller Friday, Jan. 23, because the term of the previous controller has ended.

College Dems discuss candidates

By Vanessa Caruso · Friday, Jan. 30,2004 1:03 a.m.

Students gathered in Myers Hall Wednesday night to learn about the democratic candidates currently competing for the party's nomination. Coordinated by the IU College democrats, representatives for four of the seven candidates summarized their positions for an attentive audience.