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Monday, July 6
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Vagina Monologues

Vagina Monologues raises awareness for women's issues

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The Women’s Student Association at IU performed a benefit production of Eve Ensler’s “The Vagina Monologues” on Friday and Saturday. The proceeds went to Middle Way House and the national V-Day Spotlight: Women of Haiti. “The Vagina Monologues” is a play aimed at creating awareness of women’s issues and abuse. Ensler created V-Day, a nonprofit organization associated with the play, and it has raised more than $75 million for women’s anti-violence groups since 1998.



Liaisons

Sex corrupts in Les Liaisons

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Throughout history, seduction and deceit have found a place in cultures around the world. “Les Liaisons Dangereuses,” set in 18th-century France, reflected this.


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Peace Corps partnership supports English language teaching

The IU School of Education has partnered with the Peace Corps to offer credits toward a Master’s International Program. The program is combined with the master’s degree through the Department of Literacy, Culture and Language Education in the School of Education. A Peace Corps service assignment would count for six credits.



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Abraham, Wagner start strong as IU splits first 4 games

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Home runs were not a rare sight in this weekend’s opening tournament for the Hoosiers. Sophomore Jenna Abraham’s two home runs Friday and junior Amanda Wagner’s two home runs Saturday helped lead the Hoosier softball team to split its four opening weekend games.


Miss IU

Panel crowns 2012 Miss IU

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Seven undergraduates competed in the Miss IU pageant, a preliminary to the Miss Indiana and Miss America competitions, vying not only for the title but for more than $3,000 in scholarships.



Albert Herring

‘Albert Herring’ opera shows at Buskirk-Chumley Theater

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Students performed James Marvel’s interpretation of the classic opera, "Albert Herring," from Feb. 9-12 at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater as part of the IU Opera & Ballet 2011-12 season.The Buskirk-Chumley was chosen instead of the more common operatic venue, the Musical Arts Center, because stage director Marvel felt that the smaller space was more ideal.



Pizza X Shooter

Pizza X shooter to appear in court

James D. Finney, 21, is charged with murder and being a felon in possession of a gun. He was arrested in November for killing Adam Sarnecki outside the Pizza X location on South Walnut Street.



Flowers

Local florist prepares for Valentine's Day

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Judy’s Flowers and Gifts, a shop off Third Street on the west side, is usually closed Saturdays. But Judy’s staff, which includes her family members, is working overtime. From the time their Valentine flowers arrived to Tuesday’s last delivery, they will have worked an 80-hour week and completed about 150 bouquets.