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Vagina Monologues raises awareness for women's issues
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.
Music serves as coping tactic in "A New Brain"
The cast of the University Players brought “A New Brain” to life this weekend, and Studio Theatre in the Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center provided the stage.
Sex corrupts in Les Liaisons
Throughout history, seduction and deceit have found a place in cultures around the world. “Les Liaisons Dangereuses,” set in 18th-century France, reflected this.
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.
Undergraduate Scholar expands audience for student academic essays
The spring 2011 edition of the Undergraduate Scholar gives students a chance to have their work seen by more than just their instructor who graded it.
Abraham, Wagner start strong as IU splits first 4 games
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.
Panel crowns 2012 Miss IU
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.
Little 500 teams compete, convert energy at SRSC
Eleven Little 500 men’s teams and eight women’s teams competed and converted the mechanical energy they produced into electricity Saturday at the Student Recreational Sports Center.
‘Albert Herring’ opera shows at Buskirk-Chumley Theater
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.
Weekend wins against Miami of Ohio, Ball State extend Hoosier streak to seven
The Hoosiers increased their winning streak to seven Saturday with wins against Miami University (Ohio) and Ball State University.
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.
Last-second shot sinks Hoosiers’ chances at first Big Ten victory against Illini during ‘THINK PINK’ game
The Indiana women’s basketball team fell 61-60 to Illinois (10-16, 4-9) on a last-second lay-in by the Fighting Illini’s Lydia McCully Sunday. But on “THINK PINK” day at Assembly Hall, IU Coach Felisha Legette-Jack said she had the bigger picture in mind.
Local florist prepares for Valentine's Day
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.
IU defeated by OSU, Iowa during match play in Fla.
The goal of match play is to defeat your opponent, which junior Corey Ziedonis said is essentially down to a strategy of bringing the pressure.
Hoosiers advance to 5th place game against Maryland
Since being ranked in the top 10 in the preseason poll, the Hoosiers have continued to earn their ranking, entering the weekend as No. 9.












