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Letter: The college student's case for health reform

Tuesday, March 22,2011 7:18 p.m.

A year ago this week, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act. The law enacts significant health insurance reforms that will take effect during the next several years. But one very important piece of that law is already in place. And it may directly benefit college students.

IU student confirmed dead

By Alex Farris · Tuesday, March 22,2011 4:44 p.m.

A female student was found dead in her dorm room at about 3 p.m. Tuesday in the Gucker tower of Briscoe Quad, said Keith Cash, IU Police Department chief of police.

The new news

By Nick Wallace · Tuesday, March 22,2011 12:20 p.m.

I presume I’m not the only reader who grimaces when my eyes fall on the phrase “new media” in a newspaper.

Gas strike’s Facebook fail

By Nick Jacobs · Tuesday, March 22,2011 12:19 p.m.

I’m so glad that I don’t own a car right now. I feel sorry for the automobile owners of America — $3.60 a gallon, and that’s before the traditional summer price gouge.

Don't tap the reserve

By Megan Binder · Tuesday, March 22,2011 12:17 p.m.

With my incredibly inefficient car, I am one of the worst offenders. I’ve gone back home without sharing a ride, and the round trip can take 25 to 30 gallons.

IU employees might have retirement buyout option

By Claire Aronson · Monday, March 21,2011 11:56 p.m.

Some IU employees will now have the option of participating in a retirement buyout plan. The proposed buyout will affect a little less than 3,000 employees, said IU Spokesman Larry MacIntyre.

Energy Challenge emphasizes sustainability

By Brittany Tempest · Monday, March 21,2011 11:54 p.m.

All across campus IU students are competing against each other — and themselves. Tomorrow marks the fifth running of IU’s Energy Challenge.

Deer Park landlords, residents clash

By Nick Cusack · Monday, March 21,2011 11:52 p.m.

Thomas Rosenbaum walked into court March 10 carrying the charred remains of a log holder in a garbage bag. Rosenbaum’s was one of hundreds of small claims court cases or evictions filed by Deer Park Management against its residents since 2000.

IU theatre department to perform Japanese-inspired play

By Keiara Carr · Monday, March 21,2011 11:48 p.m.

The IU Department of Theatre and Drama will draw upon Japanese traditions for its production of “Language of Angels,” which opens Friday.

US views on China are mixed

By Matthew Glowicki · Monday, March 21,2011 11:12 p.m.

A sizeable number of Americans are concerned about the growing power of China, according to results of a new national survey conducted by two IU School of Journalism professors.

Wyckoff leads emerging squad after slow start

By Micah McVicker · Monday, March 21,2011 11:11 p.m.

After a slow start, Lauren Wyckoff’s senior season is turning from disappointment to success every day

Squad to compete in Sectionals

By Alex McCarthy · Monday, March 21,2011 11:05 p.m.

While 11 swimmers and divers will head to the men’s NCAA Championships in Minneapolis, the remainder of the team, along with non-NCAA qualifying women swimmers and divers, will take part in the USA Swimming Sectionals in Indianapolis.

Hoosiers test win streak against Butler in Classic

By Dennis Glade · Monday, March 21,2011 11:01 p.m.

The IU softball team will look to continue its season high four-game winning streak at home when it takes on Butler University in a doubleheader Tuesday. The game is part of the Hoosier Classic at the IU Softball Field.

Cutters react to debate about Young’s eligibility

By Stephanie Kuzydym · Monday, March 21,2011 11 p.m.

When photos posted Feb. 28 on the Internet showed Cutters’ rider Eric Young cycling with Bissell, a professional cycling team, uproar spread throughout the amateur Little 500 community.

Weekend on Tuesday: Q&A With Small Black’s Josh Kolenik

By Steven Arroyo · Monday, March 21,2011 9:40 p.m.

New York synth-lover Small Black caught the indie world’s attention in 2010 with the self-titled debut EP and first full-length album “New Chain,” an effort that earned a spot on WEEKEND’s 20 Best Albums of 2010 list.

Ind. DNR launches iPhone application

Monday, March 21,2011 9:36 p.m.

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources released an iPhone application that contains information about state parks, reservoirs, historic sites and more.

Column: A jones for Julie and Julia

By Lily Miller · Monday, March 21,2011 9:32 p.m.

There are two large posters hanging in my room: one of Bob Dylan that everyone has from the poster sale and a movie poster of “Being Julia.” But my other, smaller posters seem to overwhelm the two largest.

Budget bill dies in Senate

By Andrew Ketcham · Monday, March 21,2011 9:32 p.m.

House Resolution 1 hit the U.S. Senate floor March 9 and was defeated by a 56-44 margin. Some analysts believe the bill would have hurt economic recovery.

Walk it out

By Michela Tindera · Monday, March 21,2011 9:30 p.m.

There are many ways to get involved this spring, whether it is for exercise or charitable purposes, there are opportunities to participate almost every weekend until the end of the school year.

MCCSC candidates to address public

Monday, March 21,2011 2:12 p.m.

Monroe County Community School Corporation officials have narrowed their search for a new superintendent to Steven Disney and Judith DeMuth. Both will answer questions from the public regarding their candidacy this week.

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