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Saying goodbye

By Jessica Halverson and Jesscia Halverson · Wednesday, Jan. 16,2002 12 a.m.

A shattered glass door now bars the way to an empty Bloomington venue, a home to all styles of music and political leanings. Where once there was rocking loudness, now there is the echo of empty walls. Where once there was Secret Sailor -- a collective of mostly liberal learned B-towners who hosted Pages for Prisoners meetings, shelves of zines and puppet shows -- now there is a dusty floor.

'Coming together' for 'I Am Sam'

By Frank Valish · Wednesday, Jan. 16,2002 12 a.m.

The Beatles will probably always be the most influential band in music history. But despite their incredible legacy and the industry's ever-willingness to capitalize on a sure thing, cover albums of the Beatles have been almost nonexistent. Some have said it's too hard to remake something that's already perfect; the songs couldn't possibly be improved upon and mixing one's own voice with such recognizable staples might be akin to paraphrasing the Constitution. Nevertheless, I Am Sam collects some of the biggest and most interesting figures in music today in tribute to the greatest band of all time.

Criticism doesn't thwart unity

By Duncan Teater · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 11:02 p.m.

Dear Mr. Bush, I write to inform you that your wartime grace period is over. Your leadership during this crisis is appreciated. But it is the conclusion of this columnist that your domestic policies warrant serious investigation, and that to stifle criticism of a president is tantamount to letting terrorists win.

SRSC tainted by gym Nazis

By Vince Carr and Vincent Carr · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 10:57 p.m.

Like many Americans, my New Year's resolution for 2002 is to lose weight. After a scary visit to a health Web site and calculating my Body Mass Index (BMI) (which, by the way, said that I was obese) I became motivated to shed some pounds. Obese is such a strong word, isn't it? I would certainly say that I'm overweight, but obese is a bit much. Obesity is indeed a proper clinical term to use, but it always lends itself to describing someone grossly fat. Anyway, I have started to eat healthier foods and, after a moratorium on exercising, I have returned to IU's haven for sweat -- the SRSC.

Every girl envisions her wedding

By Bridget Graf · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 10:53 p.m.

It's a well-known fact that many women have planned their weddings since they were old enough to say "I do." It's true. It may seem old-fashhioned, especially for women in college with big career plans, but it's a simple fact that we can't help who we are. Women can't help falling in love with the idea of weddings, and that's all there is to it.

Lawsuits won't ease pain

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 10:43 p.m.

It's funny how money changes people. How money can bring out greed in even the best people, and how it can be seen as a substitute for human emotions.

IUPD Blotter

Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:51 a.m.

The following activity was reported by the IU Police Department: Jan. 11 • Freshman Thomas McFarland, resident of Collins, reported the theft of his bicycle from Collins. Estimated loss is $700.

Around The Campus

Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:49 a.m.

Red Cross seeks volunteers, offers CPR course The American Red Cross needs volunteers for the annual Red Cross Book Fair fund-raiser. An organizational meeting will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 28 at the chapter office at 411 East Seventh St.

Alcohol abuse results in trip to the hospital

Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:47 a.m.

Early Sunday morning, sophomore Theresa Sparrow, 19, was rushed to Bloomington Hospital after IU police discovered her passed out in the Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority house, IUPD Lt. Jerry Minger said. Sparrow, a new member of Alpha Gamma Delta, passed out at the sorority house from apparent alcohol use.

Beyond expectations

By Colin Nowling · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:35 a.m.

When Jenn Christy graduated from IU last spring, the IU women's swimming team lost their most accomplished swimmer of all-time in terms of awards and records. Christy is the school record holder in the 50-yard freestyle and the 100-yard freestyle and was a ten time All-American during her career as a Hoosier. Heading into this year, head coach Dorsey Tierney knew it wouldn't be easy to fill the role in the sprint events left by Christy's departure. But after swimming behind Christy last year and participating with Christy on the IU free relay teams, junior Anne Williams has stepped up for the Hoosiers.

Swimmers enjoy early success

By Gavin Lesnick · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:32 a.m.

"Who was that guy in lane 6?" A stunned Ohio State head coach Bill Wadley asked the scorers table following sophomore Claes Andersson's second place, career-best finish in the 100-yard freestyle during Saturday's dual match against the Buckeyes. While Wadley hadn't heard of Andersson, who earlier won the 50-yard freestyle, the Hoosiers are hoping his solid performance will soon make him the talk of the Big Ten. "He is probably the fastest swimmer I have ever coached," head coach Kris Kirchner said. "He is a contender to win at Big Tens. At the national level, he should be at the NCAAs. He is a very good athlete, is very talented and he has done some amazing things in the last year."

Poms squad achieves goal

By Colin Nowling · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:29 a.m.

Hard work and perseverance paid off in the end for the IU poms squad and the all-female crimson cheer squad. After learning Nov. 24 that the pom squad\'s funding for their trip to the 2002 College Nationals had been canceled, the entire IU cheer and dance program chipped in to help pay for the trip. \"The whole program had to go out and get money and get donations and sponsors," said senior and crimson squad captain Karmen McCracken.

WTO panel rules against U.S.

By Paul Geitner · Tuesday, Jan. 15,2002 12:18 a.m.

BRUSSELS, Belgium -- The World Trade Organization handed the United States its biggest loss ever Monday with a decision that opens the way for the European Union to ask for billions of dollars in punitive tariffs on U.S. imports. But the EU and the United States immediately signaled their desire to avert a trade war that would dwarf any previous dispute and most likely hurt companies on both sides of the Atlantic.

Local couple receive human rights award

By Katherine Helmke and Kathryn Helmke · Monday, Jan. 14,2002 11:31 p.m.

On Jan. 7, The Bloomington Human Rights Commission awarded Clarence and Frances Gilliam with the fifth annual Human Rights Award. "We want to recognize people who have been involved for a long time," said Barbara McKinney, director of the BHRC. "The Gilliams have been active in human rights for a quarter of a century." Clarence is currently president of the Monroe County chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and Frances is membership chairperson.

Vocal ensembles unite for holiday

By Ryan Whirty · Monday, Jan. 14,2002 10:54 p.m.

For IU Professor of Music Edmund Cord, tonight's Martin Luther King Holiday Celebration concert will put King's message of global togetherness into song. "It's an opportunity for us as artists to make a positive statement about our shared values and humanity," said Cord, who is also director of the IU Brass Choir. "Music has been said to have the power to express the inexpressible. To be a part of this concert is a great opportunity."

Jordan lacks character

By -Val Tsoutsouris · Monday, Jan. 14,2002 1:52 a.m.

Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player that ever lived, but not the greatest person who ever lived. On that list, he ranks somewhere around number six or seven, somewhere ahead of Dr. Jonas Salk and somewhere behind Don Knotts. (It's a complex formula -- don't ask.)

Offensive outburst fuels win over rivals

By Michael Sherman · Monday, Jan. 14,2002 1:51 a.m.

Performing in front of their largest home crowd of the season, the men's club hockey team were faced with the difficult task of trying to outdo their previous night's 14-0 thrashing of Purdue. Luckily for the 700-plus in attendance at the Frank Southern Ice Arena Saturday night, the Hoosiers (12-3-1, 2-1-1) still had a few tricks left up their sleeve, thoroughly dominating the Boilermakers en route to a 17-1 victory.

Saying goodbye

'Coming together' for 'I Am Sam'

Criticism doesn't thwart unity

SRSC tainted by gym Nazis

Every girl envisions her wedding

Lawsuits won't ease pain

IUPD Blotter

Around The Campus

Alcohol abuse results in trip to the hospital

Beyond expectations

Swimmers enjoy early success

Poms squad achieves goal

WTO panel rules against U.S.

Local couple receive human rights award

Vocal ensembles unite for holiday

Jordan lacks character

Offensive outburst fuels win over rivals

More wrestlers head to injured list in Virginia

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