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Rookie Week ends with new group of riders ready to prepare for Little 500

By Alex McCarthy · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:38 p.m.

Rookies took to the track Feb. 13 for Rookie Week, an annual 10-day tradition during which riders new to the Little 500 learn the basics of racing. Luckily for the riders, the weather has been warm — warmer than most can remember.

Early areas of improvement for IU baseball

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:34 p.m.

With the explosive Tulane Green Wave (4-1) on the schedule this weekend, the Hoosiers need to keep their concentration to eliminate physical mistakes because Tulane averages 5.8 runs per game this season. Let’s take a quick look at some of the numbers IU needs to clean up.

Players look to minimize mistakes against Tulane

By Micah McVicker · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:33 p.m.

Through three games, IU’s and its opponents’ run totals each stand at 19. However, IU committed seven errors that led to opponents scoring eight unearned runs against UConn, Cincinnati and Pittsburgh.

Softball team's trip in Georgia continues through weekend

By Justin Shockey · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:31 p.m.

After two games Friday, the Hoosiers will gear up to face three experienced teams in the rest of the Phyllis Rafter Memorial tournament in Woodstock, Ga., on Saturday and Sunday.

Water polo squad uses break to rest for four weekend matches

By Jeremy Smith · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:26 p.m.

After an 8-3 season start, the women’s water polo team will travel to Troy, N.Y., for four weekend matchups. On Saturday, IU will take on Hartwick and Brown, while Sunday’s rematch with Maryland highlights the competition.

Research shows excellence gap in U.S. education

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:24 p.m.

Minority and underprivileged students continue to make up only a small portion of high achievers on national assessment tests, according to an updated study by IU researchers.

Party animals campaign to educate students about health, safety

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:22 p.m.

Plastic animals are part of IU’s newest “Street Smart” campaign to help educate students about personal health, campus safety, social life and mental health.

Israeli scholar discusses anti-Semitism

By Caitlin Ryan · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:20 p.m.

Israeli scholar Mier Litvak discussed the evolution of Arab perceptions of the Holocaust in his lecture titled “Iranian Anti-Semitism and Holocaust Denial” on Thursday.

NY Fashion Week's best trends

By Emily Farra · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:59 p.m.

Luckily, London Fashion Week picked up right where New York left off and has more than satisfied my craving. Some of my favorite shows have taken place in London this week: Topshop Unique, Erdem, Burberry Prorsum, Mary Katrantzou and Meadham Kirchhoff, to name a few.

Shakespearean play to premiere tonight

By Raven Carpenter · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:54 p.m.

While not taking away Shakespearean charm, the play adds “magic of a different kind,” said Evelyn Gaynor, an acting student who plays Titania in the play.

Auction supports student artists

By Kate Thacker · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 9:48 p.m.

From photographs and abstract paintings to sculptures and jewelry, the Art Museum Student Organization’s Student Art Auction had something for all art enthusiasts.

Toyota brings Highlander SUV production to Indiana

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:59 p.m.

The announcement earlier this month that Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota will expand its manufacturing plant in Princeton, Ind., by creating 400 jobs has experts optimistic about the state’s economy.

Downtown 1920s-era 'historic' house might move

By Mark Keierleber · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:58 p.m.

A brick bungalow has existed in downtown Bloomington since its construction in 1928. However, the home’s current owners hope to uproot the two-story structure and move it into a new neighborhood.

Family searches for autism answers

By Hannah Smith · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:56 p.m.

Laura Jacoby's son Jackson, now age 7, wasn’t like other kids. He had developmental and speech delays, and he seemed to be off in his own world. She was looking at signs of autism.

Organic trade expands to European Union

By Katie Mettler · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:53 p.m.

On Feb. 15, the United States Department of Agriculture announced a new partnership between the U.S. and the European Union that would make the exchange of organic food products possible and affordable for both.

In defense of higher learning

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:15 p.m.

The enduring relevance of the Western intellectual tradition — for our lives, our society, our politics and for vast numbers of people across the world — represents the impetus of the Great Books project.

Gay identity should not be ignored in the classroom

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 8:11 p.m.

Perhaps what is needed is a policy that states bigotry and homophobia are discrimination, not alternative points of view.

Broadway talent Bernadette Peters to perform at IU Auditorium

Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 11:09 a.m.

Fresh from Broadway, Bernadette Peters will be performing at 8 p.m. Saturday at the IU Auditorium. Tickets are still available.

Hoosiers defeat North Carolina Central for perfect non-conference record

By Kevin Bowen · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 12:24 a.m.

In a season filled with accolades and accomplishments, the IU basketball team added another Wednesday.

Sheehey’s start pays dividends in win

By Connor O'Gara · Thursday, Feb. 23,2012 12:20 a.m.

IU Coach Tom Crean said Will Sheehey had been dealing with a groin injury. In addition, Sheehey was recovering from an ankle sprain that sidelined him for five games. If he was still hurting, he didn’t show it Wednesday.

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