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Latex and Lace

By Eden Kerr Perkinson · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 3:49 a.m.

What's the most important thing to know before you go to Eroticon? If you go, dress well, dress up, dress like you've never dressed before. "I tell people to go an extra step. Whether it be adding an accessory, taking off that extra piece of clothing or adding an inch to their makeup, pump it up that extra level," says Kelly McBride, Director of Lascivious Exhibitions, the organization that proudly brings Eroticon to Bloomington every fall -- including 9:30 p.m. Friday at Axis Nightclub.

Black eye

By Kenneth Durril · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 3:20 a.m.

The Black Eyed Peas fall into a sophomore rut with Bridging The Gap. They write about being new to the music industry, neglecting the listeners by writing about what is familiar to them.

Excerpts from 'Out on Fraternity Row'

Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 2:58 a.m.

"Over the next few weeks, my ears became attuned to the references that were made about gays. Never once did I hear a positive one. The words "fag" came up as a derogatory term in every other sentence with certain brothers..."

The week in music

Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 2:33 a.m.

The week\'s concerts

Real American Hero

By Aaron Wulf · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 2:24 a.m.

As a little kid I had an "A-Team" three-wheeler that I wore into the ground, racing around the block, terrorizing kids while singing the "A-Team" theme song. Thursday I finally had the chance to meet the man who once ran through a brick wall on screen.

Lecturers discuss coming 'out in greek life' as part of Pride Week 2000

By Elvin Yavuz · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 2:10 a.m.

Although he chooses to remain anonymous, he still shared his story Wednesday night, at a lecture called "Out in Greek Life." He joined a fraternity for brotherhood and leadership. He made many new friends, but became depressed his junior year. He felt he was living a lie. He was gay.

IUSA seeks tax-free books

By Eli Ewing · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:41 a.m.

Led by the IU Student Association, students are now one step closer to buying tax-free textbooks for their college courses. A petition drive, spearheaded by Benjamin Piper, a junior and IUSA director of legislative relations, is currently in its third week collecting signatures, which will be sent to the Indiana State Legislature to show support for the movement on campus.

NHL -- it's better than crack

By Brett Wallace · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:37 a.m.

Forget crack -- there's enough excitement in the NHL this year to make my heart explode, and it's completely legal. Besides, hockey doesn't cost a dime.

Senior revels in field hockey's Division I status

By Aarno Retherford and Aaron Retherford · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:35 a.m.

For senior back Tania Hults, a dream has come true. It's only appropriate she leads the field hockey team in her fifth and final academic year at IU.

Senior wins tournament, golf team places ninth

By Michael Sherman · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:31 a.m.

Steve Wheatcroft will rest a little easier this week. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for his teammates.

Hoosiers face must-win game

By Aaron Sharockman · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:28 a.m.

There's no ground left to give for the women's soccer team this weekend.

Northern Connections

By Guy Cipriano · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:16 a.m.

University of Michigan alumni isn't the only group returning to Ann Arbor, Mich., for Homecoming this weekend.

Hoosiers expect large crowd against Purdue

By Sara Meinecke and Sarah Meinecke · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 1:16 a.m.

For the biggest home game of the season, the women's volleyball team hopes to draw the biggest crowd.

Local band has big plans

By Scott Pyle · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:39 a.m.

Cream, King's X and Nirvana were all power trios that started low on the ladder in the dregs of their hometowns. But these bands rose out of their communities to become relatively famous in the history of rock music. The next group trying to claim their success is right here in Bloomington, the Deric Rush Band.

Red Sea offers good food, better atmosphere

By Gabriel Lewin · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:35 a.m.

I am proud to say I have been to almost every restaurant on Fourth Street, also known as Restaurant Row. I'm proud to say it because it means I've given my palate nice experiences, and it has broadened my horizons. But the other night I went to a small restaurant with cuisine I'd never eaten before. I hadn't even heard of it. I had no real idea of what to expect.

Hatfield plays old and new

By by Katie Cierniak and Katie Cierniak · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:29 a.m.

Juliana Hatfield wandered around Second Story before Tuesday night's show started. She talked to friends and fans, and watched the Mysteries of Life's energetic set. A handful of Mysteries of Life fans danced in front of the stage, holding their beers. One excited fan in a gray sweatshirt, jumped up and down and did his own version of the bunny hop.

Dance Marathon not a battleground

By Alyssa Johnson · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:24 a.m.

I want to address a proposal a student made in the IDS concerning Dance Marathon ("Administration should appreciate greeks' activities," Oct. 3). A suggestion was made that the greek system should avoid participating in Dance Marathon to receive recognition from the administration. This is both disappointing and ineffective.

The world according to Pearl Jam

By Michael Moy · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:20 a.m.

The world is not that complicated. When you actually break it down to its simplest form, it is really easy to figure out. The only thing you have to do is consult the all-powerful voice of reason. It has all the answers for any situation. If you can dream of a scenario, then the all-powerful will know what to do.

Grammatical geeks

By Laura Ewald · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:12 a.m.

If one walks into the IDS newsroom on any given weekday, one would see busy reporters, photographers, designers, advertising executives and editors hard at work. Telephones are constantly ringing, the police scanner is always on and the sound of keyboard clicking is loud and continuous. People are talking, sharing ideas, getting information and setting deadlines.

Candidates putting on brilliant show

By Jim Stinson · Thursday, Oct. 12,2000 12:05 a.m.

Of all the things I have seen from the campaign trail, perhaps the most bizarre is the legal disclaimer posted by 8th Congressional district challenger Dr. Paul Perry, a Democrat, on his campaign Web site, www.dr-paulperry.com. During their first debate, Republican incumbent John Hostettler blasted Perry for the page -- which proclaimed Perry was not responsible for information contained within his own campaign site!