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Meet offers experience; Big Ten's approach

By Pat Crowell · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:57 a.m.

This Friday and Saturday in the Harry Gladstein Fieldhouse, the IU men's track and field team will host eleven other schools. The Indiana Relays feature opponents from several different conferences, such as Conference USA, MAC, Missouri Valley, Ohio Valley, Southern, and Sun Belt Conference. Some of the notable teams attending are Ball State, Cincinnati and Indiana State.

Indiana Relays inspire NCAA tourney hopes

By Lucretia Fernandez · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:56 a.m.

Undefeated in dual and triangular competition, the women's track team will have an opportunity to compete individually this weekend. IU is hosting the 28th annual Indiana Relays 4 p.m. Friday and noon Saturday. Seventeen teams from eight conferences will come to compete in the Harry Gladstein Fieldhouse, all hoping to improve personal records and to qualify for the NCAA tournament.

Team aims for sweep of MSU

By Sarah Trotto · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:55 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Happy birthday, Kathi Bennett. And let Tara Jones blow out the candles. Not since Nov. 9 against the Premier All-Stars has Jones appeared such an offensive weapon. The guard unleashed 27 points against that traveling, exhibition team. But last night, she provided sizzling shooting when it truly mattered -- against a Big Ten foe on the road the night of her coach's 39th birthday. The 5-foot-11 senior led IU with a season-high 21 points with blazing three-pointers and swift bursts to the basket, even while enduring some foul trouble in the Hoosiers' 85-72 triumph against Ohio State. Unlike past performances, Jones didn't allow hot offensive efforts to survive only as short-lived bursts.

Strong offense nets huge win

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:54 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio. -- A week ago Thursday, the IU women's team was forcing turnovers in their 70-63 upset of No. 15 Wisconsin. Last night, the Hoosiers were supplying them. Good thing for IU, Ohio State was too. While both sides were battling over who could turn the ball over the most, IU (10-11, 4-6 Big Ten) solidified its unsteady offense and was relentless in its unpenetrable defense to get the win over the Buckeyes, 85-72. The 85 points was the most in a Big Ten women's game this season.

Grapplers face tough opponents

By Tyler Hoeppner · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:53 a.m.

IU head coach Duane Goldman knows that his team needs to turn things around after starting the Big Ten season 0-2. He has two chances at home this weekend but knows that they will be tough battles. "The team we wanted to put on the mat at the beginning of the season has not been able to come to pass," Goldman said. "I'd like to say that we are at our best, but the circumstances won't allow me to do that. Dual meet wise we can't do that."

Hoosiers eye Gophers

By Jason Recker · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:51 a.m.

Four consecutive losses at Williams Arena won't go away. IU gets a chance to exorcise the Minnesota demons at 4:30 p.m. Saturday when it invades Minneapolis for the only meeting of the season between the Hoosiers and Golden Gophers. Last season, IU maintained a nine-point lead for much of the second half, then blew a double-digit advantage in the final three minutes.

Rejected bill to be revised

By Melinda Tam · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:46 a.m.

The faculty trustees bill 131 was rejected 5-4 yesterday by the Indiana Senate Education Committee. The bill would allow one faculty member to secure a non-voting position on the Indiana University Board of Trustees. This type of legislation has been passed in the Indiana House of Representatives several times, but failed to make it through the Indiana Senate, according to the American Association of University Professors Bloomington Web site.

IU goes inside for win over Purdue

By Jason Recker · Friday, Feb. 1,2002 12:46 a.m.

All Mike Davis heard all week was three-point this and three-point that. IU's 17 three-pointers Saturday against Illinois justified the chatter. Thursday, IU provided zero evidence it could hit anywhere close to 17 three-point buckets.

Man of many talents

By Priya Desai · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:42 p.m.

He has written screenplays, played in a rock band and acted in plays. From author to actor to musician, Paul McComas has experienced a little bit of everything during his 20s. But his strongest passion has always been writing. When he turned 30, McComas realized he was spreading himself too thin and decided to focus on one area, fiction writing.

'Little Women' makes local debut

By Meredith Hahn · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:41 p.m.

This weekend will mark the collegiate debut of a new spin on a classic work of American literature. Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women" will be performed on stage at the Musical Arts Center in an opera production composed by Mark Adamo.

Fraternity co-sponsors local shelter

By Josh Hamerman · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:34 p.m.

For junior Johnny Ho, philanthropy chair of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, it seemed only natural to support the Middleway House, a local shelter for victims of domestic violence.

Law symposium to strategize

By Britany Ausmus and Brittany Ausmus · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:25 p.m.

During the past five years the powers of Congress have been severely limited by the Supreme Court. It has struck down laws that create criminal penalties for having guns near schools, civil remedies for victims of sexual assaults, and protections from age and disability discrimination. The Supreme Court struck down these laws in the name of federalism, constitutional limits on Congressional powers and judicial supremacy.

Letters to the editor

By Alyson Brodsy and Jordan River Forum · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:21 p.m.

SRSC shuttle offers alternative to waiting for a parking space As Nick Moore's letter (Jan. 25) points out, Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC) users who drive to their workouts often wait (and wait, and wait) for available parking. If you're tired of wasting time, energy (of the fossil fuel variety) and want a longer workout, consider riding the SRSC Shuttle.

A special night

By Jim Harper · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:17 p.m.

Watching the State of the Union is an annual treat for me. The address is America's annual refresher course in civics. It's the one time each year when members of Congress actually stay in the chamber together and, for good measure, they invite the president's cabinet, the Supreme Court and a healthy diet of dignitaries to join them. Tuesday's presidential address was no different. Gone are the days when members of Congress declined to attend because of their political differences, and back is the spirit (at least outwardly) that we need to work together to achieve our common goals.

'Let's Roll' inspirational

By Rachel Miller · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:15 p.m.

The state of our union has never been stronger," or so our war-time president said in his address. It might be true Congress has presented a united front recently, but with upcoming elections, tensions will be revealed. Let's hope its not too late. After the horrible attack, President George W. Bush has been left to rule with little interference -- hiding behind the theory of fighting evil.

Candidates, earn your money

By Ben Cunnighman · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:14 p.m.

The First Amendment states that all Americans have the right to free speech and expression. Contributing money to political campaigns is included in these rights. The Shays-Meehan bill, trying to reform campaign financing, wants to curb the amount any corporation, union or individual could contribute to a political party and limit the amount a candidate could spend on their own campaign.

Soft money undemocratic

Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:12 p.m.

In America, the ability to vote is our most valued democratic tradition. Unfortunately, one reason many people don't even bother to register to vote is because they're afraid their votes won't count for anything; that one vote is only a "drop in the bucket."

Forum meets in New York

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:07 p.m.

NEW YORK -- With signs the United States is emerging from recession, the 32nd annual World Economic Forum began Thursday with discussions on where the global economy is headed and how to deal with terrorism.

North Korea reacts to U.S., Bush

By Alyson Brodsy · Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:06 p.m.

SEOUL, South Korea -- In its first public reaction to being called part of an "axis of evil," North Korea said President Bush's pronouncement was little short of a declaration of war. "The option to 'strike' impudently advocated by the U.S. is not its monopoly," a North Korean Foreign Ministry spokesman said. North Korea, he said, "will never tolerate the U.S.'s reckless attempt to stifle the (North) by force of arms but mercilessly wipe out the aggressors."

Around The Region

Thursday, Jan. 31,2002 11:05 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Legislation that would raise speed limits on interstates and highways cleared a key stage without any changes in the Indiana House Thursday, making it eligible for passage next week. Rep. David Wolkins, R-Winona Lake, was concerned his bill would be loaded with controversial amendments, but only one was offered and it was quickly withdrawn.