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Biology chair named

By Micah Sturr · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:29 p.m.

Extension cords represent sperm. New biology department chair Elizabeth Raff explains that the plug represents a human sperm tail, while the impressive tangle of orange cord piled near her feet is, at equivalent scale to the plug, the length of the sperm tail of the species of fruit fly that she studies. Despite her acceptance of the chair position, Raff said she remains a passionate scientist who is completely at home in her lab discussing the intricacies and scientific advantages of studying such long tails.

Former student awaits trial for Internet sex charges

By Paige Harden · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:27 p.m.

Last fall, Galen Baughman was on his way to attaining his dream of becoming a professional singer. Today he sits in a detention center in Arlington County, Va., awaiting a trial that could decide his fate. The former IU student, who was charged in April in a White Plains City Court in Westchester, N.Y., with five counts of soliciting sex with a minor over the Internet and attempted dissemination of indecent materials to minors, has now been charged with similar violations in his home state of Virginia.

Committee to consider smoking ban

By Carrie Capone · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:27 p.m.

On Nov. 1, 1993, a new non-smoking policy went into effect making IU buildings entirely smoke-free. The policy has been in effect for 10 years, but now a committee has been formed to consider revising it. The consideration is to amend the current policy by prohibiting smoking around doorways, windows and ventilation systems. The task force, co-chaired by Assistant Vice President of Human Resources Dan Rives and Dean of Students Richard McKaig, will meet Friday.

'Making a difference'

By Lori Geller · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:27 p.m.

Bloomington schools may be out for the summer, but children from low income housing are still receiving free meals. The annual breakfast program sponsored by Community Kitchen of Monroe County, Inc. began Monday, which also coincides with National Hunger Awareness Day. The program, now in its sixth year, provides breakfast to children in low income housing units who are on federal school meal programs and are without school breakfast and lunch during the summer months.

Baxter to expand operations

By Holly Johnson · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:27 p.m.

Baxter Pharmaceutical Solutions, a driving economic force in the Bloomington community since its 2001 acquisition of Cook Group, announced plans Wednesday to enlarge its local facility through investments exceeding $100 million. The 120,000-sq. ft. expansion will foster the growth of more than 700 new jobs at the biomedical manufacturing plant.

Authorities believe roller coaster death an accident

Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:23 p.m.

SANTA CLAUS, Ind. -- Witnesses saw a woman "virtually standing up" while riding a roller coaster at Holiday World amusement park moments before she fell to her death, investigators said Tuesday. Authorities had already said they believed the death of Tamar Fellner of New York City was an accident, and the Spencer County coroner's office officially ruled the death an accident Tuesday.

Sosa's cork creates crisis conundrum

By -Val Tsoutsouris · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:23 p.m.

Prior to Sammy Sosa being caught Tuesday night, it had been six years since a major leaguer had used a corked bat.

Sosa gets busted for using corked bat

By Rick Gano · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:22 p.m.

CHICAGO -- An embarrassed Sammy Sosa apologized for using a corked bat, admitting he let down many of his fans with what he claimed was an honest mistake.

Elkhart mayor zapped

Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:22 p.m.

ELKHART, Ind. -- Mayor David Miller found out firsthand how it feels to be shot by a Taser. During a demonstration by police Tuesday, the mayor screamed and stumbled when hit with the Taser.

Conference examines ways to handle crises

By Gary Guffey · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:21 p.m.

It takes more than duct tape to survive a state of emergency. Tornados, floods, earthquakes and Mother Nature's other furies can combine with fire, reactive and explosive chemicals and other man-made disasters to create a job and a nightmare for those involved in emergency preparedness.

Hoosier junior to play in LPGA tournament

By Raj Raghani · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:21 p.m.

In the wake of Annika Sorenstam's attempts to revolutionize the women's golf game at the Memorial, IU might see the rise of another golfer who could leave her mark on the LPGA Circuit as early as next week. Coming off the most successful year of her college career, junior Karen Dennison has accepted a sponsor's exemption to partake in the 2003 Giant Eagle LPGA Classic on June 9-15, at the Squaw Creek Country Club in Vienna, Ohio. She will now get a small taste of what it feels like to play on the professional tour, alongside greats such as Sorenstam, Dorothy Delasin and Beth Daniel. Dennison has been very excited all month, working consistently with coach Sam Carmichael to improve her overall game in an attempt to be as competitive as possible come tournament time. Prior to the 2003 season, Carmichael was happy with her ability to better herself as a player, and with a LPGA Tour bid, it seems that her will for improvement has paid off.

Juniors earn trip to track nationals

By Rob DeWitte · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:20 p.m.

Prior to leaving for the NCAA Regional meet at Ohio State University last weekend, few gave juniors Pat Miller and Tom Burns more than an outside shot at qualifying for the NCAA Championships in Sacramento. Good thing predictions are useless. Instead, both ended up with bids to the final collegiate meet, where they will vie for All-America status.

NFL tied to domestic violence

By Zack Eldridge · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:19 p.m.

A perplexing question to answer is does football promote violence in teenagers and adults who regularly watch NFL games? A recent study by IU researchers says when it comes to cases of domestic violence, football does not encourage as much of it as once thought.

Sporting equality

By Marc Samardzija · Wednesday, June 4,2003 9:03 p.m.

In May, the University of Alabama received national accolades after the firing of head football coach Mike Price for his unacceptable behavior during a school function. The prime candidates for the opening included a long list of possibilities, but none more attractive than Green Bay Assistant Sylvester Croom whose resume included coaching future Hall of Famer Barry Sanders. In addition to impeccable professional credentials, Croom also held strong ties to Alabama as a player and assistant coach, where he helped bring two national titles to a storied program. It seemed to be a natural fit that Croom be instituted as the next head coach, but university officials had other ideas as they instead introduced Mike Shula.

Nashville only a short trip away

By Kelly Phillips · Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:53 p.m.

With barely even $7 worth of gas in your tank, the small town of Nashville, Ind., is well within traveling distance. Located approximately 16 miles outside of Bloomington, Nashville boasts several theaters and playhouses, multitudes of scheduled musical performances, art galleries featuring both local and famous artists and over 300 art, craft or antique specialty shops. And with Nashville's annual Summer Festival beginning June 1, the early summer is the one of the best times to discover and explore the city.

IU's folklore legacy to be celebrated this weekend

Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:52 p.m.

This weekend folklore scholars from all over the United States and parts of the world will gather to celebrate a tradition that was first officiated at IU. In 1953, IU became the first university in the world to award a doctorate in folklore.

'Nanny' is a funny read

By Brittany Ausmus · Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:51 p.m.

From the introduction/disclaimer that opens the book, it was clear that "The Nanny Diaries" is a different type of book. The authors, Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus, are both former nannies turned sophisticated socialites in Manhattan. The intro makes it clear that the family described in the book is purely fictitious; for their sake I am glad this is the case.

No smoking near buildings?

Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:50 p.m.

Pro Despite appearances to the contrary, the fledgling campus-wide ban on smoking, thanks to a Chancellor Sharon Brehm-fronted committee of students and staff to investigate its possibilities, is not a fluke. The ban's significance, which would keep smokers away from doorways, windows and ventilation systems, lies in the fact that law mirrors social policy. By banning smoking on campus, IU is not saying it will hunt down every smoker in our midst, but rather that as a University, we disapprove of smoking on campus and are willing to make our position legally binding.

Troops excavate rubble in search of Hussein

By Slobodan Lekic · Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:49 p.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Using bulldozers, backhoes and loaders, U.S. Army combat engineers dug through a rubble-filled crater Wednesday, trying to determine whether Saddam Hussein died in an April 7 airstrike on the house where he was believed to be hiding.

From gothic to modern

By Claire Bletz · Wednesday, June 4,2003 8:49 p.m.

The striking natural landscape of IU houses a multitude of architectural styles, ranging from the early Italianate of Owen and Wylie Halls to the modern style of the IU Art Museum.