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Does sexual assault hurt men?

By Todd Paddock · Tuesday, Feb. 27,2001 12:30 a.m.

For five years, I've made presentations aimed at reducing sexual assault. As a member of a volunteer student group. I've presented to classes, residence hall floors, fraternities, sororities and other groups. And I've seen it dozens of times -- as soon as it becomes clear the topic is sexual assault, the faces of a portion of the audience change.

NASCAR safety must be a priority

Tuesday, Feb. 27,2001 12:17 a.m.

Lap belts. Helmet shields. Head and neck safety devices. Not much could have saved Dale Earnhardt's life Feb. 18 when he rammed a concrete wall at Daytona Motor Speedway. But something needs to be done to increase safety in NASCAR races. NASCAR lost its top gun, its poster boy, its role model. Who's next? True, precautions will only get the sport so far, and part of the nation's fascination with racing lies in its high-speed danger. But something needs to be done before another hero falls. Some standards need to be set.

Earnhardt knew about racing risks, pursued passion

By Drew Buser and Stephen Buser · Tuesday, Feb. 27,2001 12:07 a.m.

The sport of NASCAR has taken another life. Critics of the sport who dismiss NASCAR as too dangerous, or not even a sport at all, will be quick to capitalize on Dale Earnhardt's death as another reason to ban auto racing. Sometime this week, when a television special comes on about Dale's crash, someone will probably say, "I bet Earnhardt really regrets driving his car in circles for a living now," and millions more will be thinking it.

Iraq article example of 'dire straits' in journalism

By Phil Metres · Tuesday, Feb. 27,2001 12:02 a.m.

Robert Burns' article reporting on the bombing of Iraq ("U.S. planes attack Iraqi radar sites," Associated Press report printed Feb. 19) is an exemplary case of the dire straits of U.S. journalism today, one that mindlessly parrots State Department doublespeak. General Newbold called the attack a "self-defense measure" because Iraqi "command sites" were "threatening American and British aircraft."

Being a student doesn't justify special exemptions

By Jacob Farmer · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 11:57 p.m.

Walking around campus the last few days, I have noticed a number of signs promoting a rally to end the sales tax on student textbooks. While I admire student activism and the changes it can bring, I believe that this idea is misguided. The posters I have seen ask if we as students are tired of paying more for already expensive textbooks. What standing do we have to make that complaint? What about the family of six that gets hit with a $500 sales tax bill for a new car? Or when they have to pay sales tax on clothing?

Smith and Wesson made improper deal

By Eric Davis · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 11:54 p.m.

In his column on Smith and Wesson ("Hey NRA, protect your interests," Feb. 12), Brian Zell made some interesting points, but I cannot let readers hear them without knowing the real story behind the Smith and Wesson deal.

Ask the Sexpert

By Jenny Finkel · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 11:08 p.m.

Dear Sexpert, I've met this woman I really like, and I want to ask her out. The only problem is, from what I've heard, I think she's really sexually experienced and knows a lot about sex. That's the part that scares me. If we kept going out and she wanted to have sex with me, I'd be horribly embarrassed. I am pretty good with foreplay, but the actual thing takes me no more than two minutes. She'd think it was awful. Is there a way to increase my sexual endurance, or at least make it last long enough so I'm not the only one who has felt pleasure? Quick Countdown

Musical 'Beowulf' has debut tonight

Monday, Feb. 26,2001 10:51 p.m.

"Beowulf," the medieval classic, will be sung tonight in Old English by Benjamin Bagby as part of this year's Patten Lecture Series.

Jazz pioneer to provide unique blend

By Christopher Lee · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 10:50 p.m.

It's easy to think of such a musical innovator as John Abercrombie in the role of the iconoclast, breaking rules with radical abandon. While it is true that he sometimes does (he was one of the first jazz guitarists to use rock sounds and techniques), he also sees himself as a torchbearer.

Upland offers 'pleasant' dining

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 10:46 p.m.

Upland Brewery is tucked away in a corner of Bloomington, but we managed to find it and have a pleasant lunch there. The brewery is known for its many beer options, but it also serves good food. The restaurant offers a few unique treats as well. While dining, you can watch activity in the brewery through a large window. It makes for an interesting view. And vegetarians and vegans will love the menu, which marks entrees that are or can be made especially for them.

Federal reserve might cut rates

By Trevor K. Davis · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 10:41 p.m.

A large amount of economic data will be released this week to the markets. And if this data is weak, investors will be expecting action from the Federal Reserve. The Federal Reserve will meet March 20 to discuss interest rates. "We have to see weakness to keep the Fed on track for easing in March," Christopher Low, chief economist at First Tennessee Capital Markets, told CNBC.com.

Seniors honored after last home game

By Aaron Sharockman · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 2:48 a.m.

Kathi Bennett spoke. Rachael Honegger cried. Rainey Alting wiped tears from her face. Alting took the microphone and cried. Heather Cassady sat on the bench, head in her hands. When Honegger spoke, no one could keep their eyes dry. On the most emotional day of the year -- emblazoned with its most important game -- IU soared and sputtered with its emotions in its 54-50 loss to Illinois.

Bursar's office hacked

By Cory Schouten · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 2:47 a.m.

A security breach at the bursar's office allowed a hacker to download the personal information of 3,100 students earlier this month, University spokeswoman Susan Dillman said. Students' names and Social Security numbers could have been downloaded from a departmental computer as early as Jan. 25, Dillman said. She said it appeared that the hacker was not operating from within the United States. Affected students said they received a letter about the breach Saturday. According to the letter from Bursar Susan Cote, the students' "information was transferred to various Internet sites."

Win helps IU's tournament chances

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:43 a.m.

The women's basketball team took the floor at Northwestern's Welsh-Ryan Arena with a mission. The Hoosiers' objective? To beat Northwestern, a team that has found no success in the Big Ten this season.

Tennessee adds to Hoosiers' woes

Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:36 a.m.

The women's tennis team started the season strong but has hit a dry spell in its last four games. Sunday in Knoxville, Tenn., was no different, as IU fell to Tennessee, 4-3. The Hoosiers (7-3, 1-0 Big Ten) have now lost three of their last four matches, with the only win coming against Big Ten foe Iowa. Tennessee swept the Hoosiers in doubles to pick up the match's first point. All three matches were relatively close, but IU couldn't counter the Volunteer attack. IU battled back but lost both the No. 1 and No. 2 singles matches.

IU trounces Murray State

Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:34 a.m.

Murray State came to IU Saturday with a three-match winning streak, but the Racers' incomplete lineup could not run with the No. 31 Hoosiers as IU pulled off a 6-1 victory. Playing with a five-man roster, Murray State entered the match with forfeits at the No. 3 doubles and No. 6 singles positions. Starting down to the Hoosiers proved to be too much. Despite slow starts in the doubles competition, IU pulled away to take both matches. Playing at No. 1 doubles, seniors Ian Arons and Milan Rakvica got down early but came back strong to clinch the doubles point for the Hoosiers.

Hockey team sweeps RMC

By Brett Wallace · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:33 a.m.

The hockey team swept Robert Morris College in its final home series of the season this weekend. The Hoosiers crushed the Eagles 9-1 Friday and squeaked out a 6-5 victory Saturday. "We were just trying to get out of there with a win and no disqualifications," assistant coach and general manager Alex Kyrias said of the weekend.

Sharp shooting sparks Hoosiers in blowout win

By Heater A. Dinich and Heather A. Dinich · Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:31 a.m.

It's not like sophomore guard Tom Coverdale has been unproductive lately --he's scored double digits in seven of the last 10 games, and he leads the Hoosiers in assists and steals. But Saturday against Wisconsin, interim head coach Mike Davis said Coverdale was "unbelievable." It was only the second time in Coverdale's career that he surpassed 20 points. The first time was Dec. 5 at Notre Dame, when he scored a career-high 30 points.

Softball struggles in Florida tourney

Monday, Feb. 26,2001 12:30 a.m.

The softball team traveled to Tampa hoping to move forward and forget the three one-run losses it suffered last weekend. Instead, the Hoosiers took a step backward, dropping their first four games at the Wilson South Florida Tournament. Friday, the Hoosiers (2-7) fell in another one-run contest to host South Florida 2-1 in eight innings. Once again, a solid pitching outing by junior Alison Cooke went to waste. Cooke pitched seven innings, allowing no earned runs.

Team ties for championship