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Sanctions timeline

By Aaron Beard · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 6:54 p.m.

Timeline of the recruiting violations by the IU men's basketball team coaching staff:

Sanctions cast cloud over season

By Michael Sanserino · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 6:47 p.m.

No matter how far the IU men’s basketball team travels in the NCAA Tournament this year, many Hoosier fans still will not be happy with the program come April.

Thomas scores 21 in Hoosier win

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 1:36 a.m.

Jori Davis came a rebound shy of a double-double in her first collegiate start and Whitney Thomas poured in 21 points as the IU women’s basketball team defeated Arkansas-Pine Bluff 74-56 Tuesday night at Assembly Hall. Thomas, a junior forward, also grabbed nine rebounds and dished out five assists.

President speaks to crowd in New Albany

By Paul Coover · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 1:23 a.m.

President Bush announced that he signed a defense spending bill Tuesday morning, ensuring U.S. troops have “the full support of the federal government,” during a speech he gave at The Grand Convention Center in New Albany, Ind.

Middleton boasts extra incentive in battle for Old Oaken Bucket

By Tom Kir · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:49 a.m.

When he plays against Purdue and Boilermaker coach Joe Tiller on Saturday, sophomore defensive end Greg Middleton might have some extra motivation to wreak havoc in the backfield. Middleton verbally committed to play for the Boilermakers while in high school.

Study finds students aren’t apathetic, just unaware

By Sarah Brubeck · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:40 a.m.

Today’s college students are more interested in politics than other young people, but they don’t know how to become involved, according to a study released earlier this month.

Students march on Bryan Hall

By Natalie Avon · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:36 a.m.

Eighteen campus and local organizations took a stand against global warming Tuesday, as about 20 representatives marched to IU President Michael McRobbie’s office with the hope of having him sign an agreement to participate in the American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment.

Richter, McLoughlin reach quarterfinals

By Aaron Beard · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:08 a.m.

Six IU tennis players, three of whom were seeded in the 64-player draw, competed in the Big Ten Singles Championship in Ann Arbor, Mich., this past weekend.

IU goes for sweep of Boilermakers tonight

By Brandon Smith · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:07 a.m.

The IU volleyball team (15-13, 6-10) travels to West Lafayette at 7 p.m. today to take on Purdue (15-12, 8-8). With four matches left in the season, IU still has an opportunity to secure an at-large bid in the NCAA Tournament. The bid would be IU’s first tournament appearance since 2002. The Hoosiers know the only way they can achieve that goal is by not looking ahead.

Indy looking to improve on special teams

By Aaron Beard · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:03 a.m.

When Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri couldn’t tackle Darren Sproles on Sunday night’s opening kickoff, Sproles scored. When punter Hunter Smith couldn’t shove Sproles out of bounds on Indianapolis’ first punt, Sproles scored another touchdown.

IU women’s club soccer team finishes season; emphasizes fun, friendship

By Jeremy Rosenthal · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:02 a.m.

For most teams, starting with a first-year head coach and losing several members from the previous year would necessitate a rebuilding season, but not for the IU women’s club soccer team. “We wanted to make it to nationals,” said Lynne Raymond, senior and club president.

Father, son lead IU club hockey

By Nathan Hart · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:02 a.m.

As the son of a former NHL player and younger sibling to three college hockey players, IU ice hockey senior captain Dan Karlander knew early on that hockey would play a significant part in his life. What he didn’t know is how much his father Al Karlander would be involved in his hockey career.

Eight Hoosiers place at Michigan State Open

By Ben Homrig · Wednesday, Nov. 14,2007 12:01 a.m.

Matt Coughlin brought home the tournament crown in the 165-pound weight class at the Michigan State Open as the IU wrestling team opened the season with two meets on the road.

Union Board prepares to elect new directors

By Elvia Malagon · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:07 p.m.

The Union Board puts on weekly events for all IU students. But the organization’s representatives say few IU students vote for the people who are planning these events. Union Board President and senior Sarah McDonough said that each year, the percentage of IU students who vote during the Union Board elections is low compared to the number of students on campus.

More students mean more adjuncts at colleges nationwide

By Ab D. Phillip and Ronna M. Weyland · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:07 p.m.

Doug Strahler is only 24 years old. Yet the Syracuse University alumnus has two big responsibilities. He co-owns a graphic and Web design company and teaches once a week at S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications – his alma mater.

There’s no place like Bloomington

By Dave Leno · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:06 p.m.

The transition from high school to college can present many problems for freshmen. Despite these difficulties, students said they feel IU comforts them, and they feel that Bloomington is like home.

‘Hannah Montana’ fans sue over sold-out concerts

By John Gerome · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:05 p.m.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Thousands of “Hannah Montana” fans who couldn’t get concert tickets could potentially join a lawsuit against the teen performer’s fan club over memberships they claim were supposed to give them priority for seats.

Itzhak Perlman to be artistic director

Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:04 p.m.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – The violinist Itzhak Perlman has been appointed artistic director of the Westchester Philharmonic, a coup for the 25-year-old suburban orchestra. Perlman, 62, will conduct most of the orchestra’s programs for three years beginning in September and will perform occasionally, the orchestra said Monday.

Stagehands go on strike, shutting down most plays

By Michael Kuchwara · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:01 p.m.

NEW YORK – The drama was on the streets and not on stage for disappointed theatergoers as striking stagehands picketed behind barricades in the Times Square area.

Morning robbery brings police to 3rd Street Speedway Tuesday; video could give clues

By Sara Amato · Tuesday, Nov. 13,2007 11:01 p.m.

The Bloomington Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred Tuesday morning at the Speedway convenience store, 3021 E. Third St. BPD received a call at about 4:20 a.m. Tuesday from a Speedway convenience store clerk saying he had been robbed, BPD Sgt. Jeff Canada said, reading from a police report. When officers arrived, they learned that an unknown man, who acted like he had a weapon, approached the store clerk, shoved him away and told him to empty the cash register, Canada said. The store clerk told officers no weapons were displayed. The suspect is described as 6-feet tall with a thin build and wearing a baggy black and red flannel coat with a gray hoodie underneath, black gloves and a black mask, Canada said. The store clerk was unable to identify the suspect’s race. The suspect was last seen running west toward Pete Ellis Drive. BPD has obtained a video from the convenience store and is reviewing it for further evidence, Canada said.