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Turning the tassel

By Lauren Clason · Sunday, May 4,2008 11:03 p.m.

They came into Assembly Hall on Saturday sporting sunglasses, chomping gum, chatting on cell phones and wearing caps that read “Hi Mom” and “Let Me Stay.” Cameras flashed and the crowd cheered as students filled seats – IU’s 179th Commencement ceremony had begun. SLIDE SHOW: Spring Commencement VIDEO: Spring Commencement

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Caribou rocks the Waldron Arts Center

By Doug Evans · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:52 p.m.

On Friday night, the John Waldron Arts Center provided an intimate atmosphere for experimental rock, as art rockers Caribou and U.K. rock outfit Fuck Buttons played an all-ages show to a diverse audience. Spirit of ’68 Promotions president and show organizer Dan Coleman said the Waldron Arts Center was “the perfect venue for the show.”

Rapper Ice-T to orate Langston Hughes’ poetry in Indianapolis for ‘landmark event’

By IDS staff and Abisalom Omolo · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:52 p.m.

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra announced rap artist Ice-T will join the orchestra as part of a the worldwide premiere of Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes’ poetry set to music. Ice-T will orate Hughes’ work “Ask Your Mama: Twelve Moods for Jazz” with the orchestra June 18 in a concert at Hilbert Circle Theatre in Indianapolis.

Marvel turns ‘Iron Man’ into gold with $100M-plus debut

By Abisalom Omolo · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:51 p.m.

The Marvel Comics adaptation, starring Robert Downey Jr. as the guy in the metal suit, hauled in $100.7 million during its opening weekend and $104.2 million since debuting Thursday night, the second-best premiere ever for a nonsequel, according to studio estimates Sunday.

4 players to leave Hoosier basketball team

By Chris Engel · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:44 p.m.

After a tumultuous off-season, the roster of the IU men’s basketball team just got smaller. Last Friday, new Hoosier coach Tom Crean denied the reinstatement requests of sophomore guard Armon Bassett and junior guard/forward Jamarcus Ellis and dismissed junior forward DeAndre Thomas from the program.

Trustees approve changes on campus

Sunday, May 4,2008 10:38 p.m.

The IU Board of Trustees approved a budget increase of $2.6 billion, six new construction projects on the Bloomington campus and an increase in residence hall room and board rates on Friday, according to IU press releases.

Tuesday’s vote in Indiana could swing nomination

By Michael Zennie · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:34 p.m.

The Indiana Democratic presidential primary hasn’t mattered since 1968, but now, it seems, the Hoosier state is the center of the known universe.

Crean receives third verbal commitment for 2009 season

By Jordan Cohen · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:23 p.m.

At Saturday’s graduation ceremonies, thousands marched into Assembly Hall and left as alumni. That same day, high school junior and Oxon Hill, Md., native Maurice Creek pledged to become a future IU student.

Hoosiers pull out big bats against Purdue in game three

By Zachary Osterman · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:22 p.m.

You’ll have to forgive the IU baseball team; it’s not their fault the scoreboard is too small.

Thousands participate in 8th-largest running event in US

By Jeremy Rosenthal · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:19 p.m.

People came from 50 states and eight different countries to take over the city of Indianapolis on Saturday morning.

Mini-Marathon: more than just 13.1 miles

By Ryan McLaughlin and Aaron Beard · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:17 p.m.

When viewed in context, the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini- Marathon is quite a paradox.

IU athletes compete in Jesse Owens Classic

By IDS staff and Aaron Beard · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:15 p.m.

The school year might be over, but the action has just begun for the men’s and women’s track teams.

CB Majors nets 3-year contract from Chicago

By Lee Hurwitz · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:14 p.m.

Following in the footsteps of former teammates Tracy Porter and James Hardy, former IU cornerback Leslie Majors signed a free-agent contract to play for the Chicago Bears.

White’s focus set on June 26 NBA Draft

By Chris Engel · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:11 p.m.

D.J. White is just two months away from achieving a life-long dream: to play in the NBA.

Hoosiers split 1st 2 games against in-state rival Purdue Boilermakers

By Zachary Osterman · Sunday, May 4,2008 10:09 p.m.

IU has won two and lost one in an ongoing four-game series against Purdue. The final game is scheduled for Monday at 1 p.m.

Liberian president speaks before receiving honorary degree

By Alanna Malik · Sunday, May 4,2008 9:20 p.m.

Improper leadership is the cause of Liberia’s economic hardships, Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf said as she addressed a crowd of about one hundred in the Lincoln room of IU’s Lilly Library.

IU junior wins $17,000 on popular game show

By Dion Hazelbaker · Sunday, May 4,2008 9:14 p.m.

IU junior Kelsey Kapral won $17,000 on “Wheel of Fortune” during its annual “College Week.”

Students gear up for Tuesday primary

By Kailtin Shawgo · Sunday, May 4,2008 9:13 p.m.

Things are heating up for Tuesday’s Democratic primary, and although finals are over, students are getting ready to cast their votes.

Portrait unveiled for president emeritus

By Elvia Malagon · Sunday, May 4,2008 9:12 p.m.

Former IU President Adam Herbert will now have his portrait hanging among past IU presidents such as Herman B Wells in the Indiana Memorial Union. The 17th IU president’s portrait was unveiled in a ceremony held Thursday in the Indiana Memorial Union’s East Lobby.

I.U. Honors Sirleaf

Sunday, May 4,2008 8:47 p.m.

IU has been applauded for honoring Africa’s first elected female head of state, Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, at the recent commencement ceremonies. She received IU’s honorary Doctor of Laws degree for promoting peace, justice and democracy.

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