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What will define our generation?

By Danielle Paquette · Thursday, May 7,2009 11:06 p.m.

Generation Y: technology- addicted, North Face-wearing, Facebook stalkers

New jobless claims plunge as retail sales improve

Thursday, May 7,2009 11:02 p.m.

New applications for jobless benefits plunged to the lowest level in 14 weeks, a possible sign that the massive wave of layoffs has peaked. Still, the number of unemployed workers getting benefits climbed to a new record.

NY mom admits fault after leaving kids on curb

Thursday, May 7,2009 11:01 p.m.

The suburban mother who ordered her bickering daughters out of her car and drove off without them said Thursday that she made a mistake. A charge against her is likely to be dismissed.

Palestinians give cool reception to Netanyahu plan

Thursday, May 7,2009 11 p.m.

Palestinian officials on Thursday gave a cool reception to a new Israeli plan to develop the West Bank economy, saying the initiative “will make things worse” if it is not accompanied by negotiations aimed at reaching a final peace accord.

NH gov. promises ‘best decision’ on gay marriage

Thursday, May 7,2009 10:59 p.m.

The legalization of gay marriage in New Hampshire hinges on the next move of Gov. John Lynch, who remains uncommitted but has said he believes the word “marriage” should be reserved for the union of a man and a woman.

Millions of kids return to Mexico schools

Thursday, May 7,2009 10:59 p.m.

High schools and universities closed by the swine flu epidemic reopened across Mexico on Thursday as teachers and parents carefully checked returning students for flu symptoms.

White House orders review of NASA program

Thursday, May 7,2009 10:57 p.m.

The White House has ordered a complete outside review of NASA’s manned space program, including plans to visit the moon.

Brazil struggles to aid flood area

Thursday, May 7,2009 10:56 p.m.

Brazilians huddled with livestock in shelters, paddled swollen rivers in search of food and complained that government aid was slow to arrive in a vast region stricken by some of the worst rainfall and flooding in two decades.

IU senior forward Kyle Taber goes in for a layup during the second half of IU's 75-53 loss to Northwestern Feb 25 at Assembly Hall. Taber led the Hoosiers with a career high 12 points in the loss.

Lone senior to graduate after 5 years

By Matt Dollinger · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:51 p.m.

Some call it a victory lap, but Kyle Taber’s fifth year was anything but.

IU's Ashley Benson spikes the ball during a win over Ohio State during Hoosier Hysteria on Friday at Assembly Hall.

Dunbar recruits top talent for next year

By Ari Shifron · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:49 p.m.

The IU volleyball team has improved leaps and bounds during coach Sherry Dunbar’s two-year tenure.

IU sophomore outfielder T.C. Kipp, left, congratulates senior outfielder Chris Hervey after Hervey scored a run during a game against Minnesota March 27 at Sembower Field. IU lost 12-5.

Team hopes to give seniors a proper send-off

By Greg Rosenstein · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:37 p.m.

When IU senior outfielder and New York native Chris Hervey stepped foot on the Bloomington campus for the first time, he described it as a “culture shock.” Four years later, there is no place he would rather be.

Senior outfielder Chris Hervey waits for a pitch from Butler's Joe Ochs Tuesday May 13th, 2008 at Sembower Field.

With finals over, Hoosiers turn back to baseball

By Zach Osterman · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:33 p.m.

The 22-24 Hoosiers are placed fourth in conference and looking for a sweep to push them closer toward the top of the Big Ten pack.

If only today's market was like that of an NFL lineman

By Frank Therber · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:30 p.m.

IU columnist Frank Therber comments on the new importance of linemen, specifically offensive tackles, in the NFL.

Looking back at the Little 500

By Zach Osterman · Thursday, May 7,2009 10:28 p.m.

Little 500 rider and IDS columnist Zach Osterman takes a look back at his years as a rider and how he has grown from it.

Students take in the Kentucky Derby

By Ben Fearnow · Thursday, May 7,2009 8:02 p.m.

At the foot of the famous white grandstands of Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., classy celebrities, compulsive gamblers and college kids from across the country took in the 135th annual running of the Derby last Saturday.

Commencement speaker brings world experience

By MaryJane Slaby · Thursday, May 7,2009 8 p.m.

This new alumnus is Justice Michael Kirby, recipient of an honorary Doctor of Laws degree as well as the speaker who will address the Class of 2009 during the graduation ceremony Saturday.

IU announces plans for school of public health

By Kristina Hunter · Thursday, May 7,2009 7:57 p.m.

President Michael McRobbie announced a plan Tuesday to create two new schools of public health – one at IU-Bloomington and another at IU-Purdue University Indianapolis – to help battle Indiana’s struggling public health field and address long-standing health needs.

Seniors graduate with majors through individualized program

By Alyssa Goldman · Thursday, May 7,2009 7:55 p.m.

Some IU students will graduate Saturday with majors not available in any other IU department, including game design, costume design and social science of sexuality. Individualized Majors Program students said their time with IMP has been both challenging and worthwhile.

Thanks for being a part of my years at IU

Thursday, May 7,2009 7:52 p.m.

Congratulations to all students completing their degree this weekend. You and I are closing this chapter of our experiences at IU at the same time, but it took me a lot more years than you to get to this date.

Put the 'real world' on hold

Thursday, May 7,2009 6:48 p.m.

WE SAY The bad economy is an excuse to explore the real worldYour 20s are yours after all. You’ll never be as free or without responsibilities as you are today. Mortgages don’t have nine-month grace periods; children can’t just be slung over your shoulder and taken with you like a backpack

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