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Professors say 'Don't panic'

By Sarah Webb · Monday, April 21,2003 1:12 a.m.

Imagine a smoky nightclub, shoulder to shoulder with slicksters, all feeling the groove of the music. Suddenly the fire alarm blares. In the midst of the confusion, people glance around and wonder, "Is it real?" A sudden pulse of anxiety grips the crowd, as everyone thinks the same thing: must get out.

Still no arrests in fire at Ohio State

Monday, April 21,2003 1:12 a.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- It was a warm Saturday night in a neighborhood just off the Ohio State University campus. Students wandered from party to party, some climbing the steps to the three-story yellow house where as many as 80 people were celebrating Alan Schlessman's 21st birthday.

The Last Break

By Aaron Sharockman · Monday, April 21,2003 1:11 a.m.

There were two things in Carruthersville, Mo. The casino and us. After about 30 seconds it was clear that neither belonged. "That's all there is," Stacey said, who navigated the trip.

IU trash could be your treasure

By Cory Schouten · Monday, April 21,2003 1:10 a.m.

Ever wondered what happens to the old tables, chairs and dressers when a residence hall gets new furniture? Or where old computers go when campus labs are replaced? Or what happens to the old basketball rims and exercise equipment from the Student Recreational Sports Center?

Around The Region

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, April 21,2003 12:24 a.m.

Student leaders threaten to cut newspaper funding VINCENNES, Ind. -- The student government at Vincennes University is threatening to cut funding for the school's weekly newspaper after members objected to the content of an April Fool's edition.

Donations to Islamic charities fall short

By Alyson Brodsy and Ryan Lenz · Monday, April 21,2003 12:23 a.m.

Islamic charities working to assure donors that contributions are not going to fund terrorism also are trying to make sure their own actions follow the law, Muslim leaders say.

IUPUI considering on-campus arena

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, April 21,2003 12:23 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- IUPUI officials are developing plans to build an on-campus arena with seating for 8,000 to 10,000 people.

Cleaning out the closet

By Michell Perry and Michelle Perry · Monday, April 21,2003 12:16 a.m.

A 16-year-old boy found the key to his father's gun cabinet, loaded a handgun, went out to the woods behind his house and took his own life.

Pre-emptive Christianity

By George Lyle IV · Monday, April 21,2003 12:15 a.m.

Does God choose sides in human wars? Does Jesus root-root-root for the home team, and if they don't win, it's blasphemy?

Let's kiss and make up

By Elisha Sauers · Monday, April 21,2003 12:14 a.m.

Two women gaze longingly into one another's eyes while slowly leaning their bodies toward each other.

Don't lose your digits

By Alyson Brodsy · Monday, April 21,2003 12:12 a.m.

Cell phones are a very common sight on campus. It seems as if everyone walks around with one in their hand. But as the minutes are racked up using the phones, so are the costs if someone is stuck in a contract with an expensive wireless service.

Saddam hid in private house

By Alyson Brodsy and Ellen Knickmeyer · Monday, April 21,2003 12:09 a.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Saddam Hussein's entourage hid out in the home of a former family bodyguard for much of the U.S.-led air war, fleeing only when a bunker-busting bomb meant for the Iraqi leader struck a block away, residents told The Associated Press on Sunday.

Pope delivers message to Iraq

By Alyson Brodsy and Frances D'Emilio · Monday, April 21,2003 12:08 a.m.

VATICAN CITY -- Pope John Paul II said in his Easter Sunday message that the Iraqi people should determine their future, adding his moral authority to the international debate on the aftermath of the U.S.-led war in Iraq.

'Management' keeps ticket gold

By Alyson Brodsy and David Germain · Monday, April 21,2003 12:05 a.m.

LOS ANGELES -- "Anger Management" kept its grip on the No. 1 spot at the box office for a second weekend.

Show presents styles for any occasion

By Patrice Worthy and Patricia Worthy · Monday, April 21,2003 12:05 a.m.

The Black Student Union kicked off Little 500 week with one of the biggest fashion events of the season.

Audience to vote on first 'Hoosier Idol' today

By RonNella Moore · Monday, April 21,2003 12:03 a.m.

Tonight, 10 contestants will vie for the title of "Hoosier Idol." The unidentified contestants, who were chosen from the students who auditioned, will be performing onstage at 7:30 p.m. at the IU Auditorium in front of a group of their peers.

Ambiguity in Richmond

By Matthew Murray · Friday, April 18,2003 12:10 p.m.

A life-size bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln and his son Tad has recently been erected in Richmond, Va., to commemorate their visit to the Confederate capital in April 1865. The purpose of this statue is to celebrate the reconciliation of the North and South following the war, and apparently Lincoln embodies this connection. But is this really the most appropriate symbol of reconciliation to place in Richmond, of all cities?

Life with Saeed

By Joe Grace · Friday, April 18,2003 12:09 p.m.

"I now inform you that you are too far from reality." These are the last known words uttered by the now jobless Iraqi Minister of Information Muhammed Saeed al-Sahaf. He has since disappeared, and is believed to be hiding while creating a resume for Enron and R.J. Reynolds.

Graduation speaker chosen

By Jake Rossman · Friday, April 18,2003 1:38 a.m.

This year's graduation ceremonies will feature a distinguished Hoosier the University has been after for years. Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar will act as commencement speaker for the Class of 2003 on May 10 at Assembly Hall. Though the University has invited Lugar to speak at graduation before, this year's address will be his first.

IUPD Blotter

Friday, April 18,2003 1:37 a.m.

The following activity was reported by the IU Police Department: April 16 • Student Bradley D. Parker, resident at Foster Quad, reported numerous items were taken from his unlocked room. Estimated loss is $2,900.

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