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Free amenities we wish we’d known about when we were freshmen

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 1:06 p.m.

Take advantage of all the free stuff on campus.

Fighting the 'freshman 15'

By Kristen Clark · Friday, June 6,2014 1:01 p.m.

There’s so much to worry about going into your freshman year: getting lost, making friends and avoiding the dreaded “freshman 15.” Fortunately, IU makes it easy for students to get fit and stay in shape with its two recreational facilities.

Just FYI

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 12:56 p.m.

Here are a few key terms that are useful to know around campus. They’ll help you blend in so it’s not obvious you’re new.

Best study spots

By Jeff LaFave · Friday, June 6,2014 12:51 p.m.

Choosing where to study in Bloomington means knowing how you like to study. Group thinkers don’t have much fun in quiet locations, and wallflowers can be terrified by the sheer size of the Herman B Wells Library. Knowing who you are, or just how you like to absorb information, will make life easier when crunch time rolls around.

The textbook dilemma: rent or buy?

By Caitlin Ryan · Friday, June 6,2014 12:47 p.m.

Buying at a bookstore tends to be the most expensive option. Although there are a variety of alternatives, some students still prefer the traditional way. However, with the help of the Internet, students now have the option to rent or buy books online, and they can even purchase them in the form of e-books.

A distinguished campus: famous IU alumni

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 12:43 p.m.

Today IU boasts more than 600,000 living alumni. Some names are more familiar than others. Here are a few, past and present, you might recognize.

Get to know your administration

By Katie Dawson · Friday, June 6,2014 12:33 p.m.

The IU administration is made up of more than 100 administrative offices and services, each of which carries out a different task. With so many departments, it’s hard to remember who does what.

Words of wisdom

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 11:07 a.m.

Leaders from across campus offer advice on how to prepare for the first year at IU. From the practical to the philosophical, they’ve got you covered.

IU sports to watch

By Evan Hoopfer · Friday, June 6,2014 10:42 a.m.

So you know about Assembly Hall and the five championship banners. By now, you get it — the men’s basketball team is sort of a big deal here. But IU has 24 NCAA Division I teams. And, with the exception of football and men’s basketball, all home games are free with your student ID.

The biggest little race

By Stephanie Kuzydym · Friday, June 6,2014 10:39 a.m.

Each spring, hundreds of students turn into athletes in the largest collegiate cycling race in the country, and the biggest intramural event at IU, when they ride in the Little 500.

Lotus Festival

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 10:36 a.m.

The Lotus World Music and Arts Festival, which will take place Sept. 18-21 this year, is an annual celebration of the cultures that make up Bloomington.

Members of Sigma Delta Tau rush into their house with their new members on January 7, 2007 during Bid Day.

Going greek?

By Dianne Osland · Friday, June 6,2014 10:31 a.m.

IU is home to one of the largest greek communities in the nation. But with four major councils, which one’s right for you? Here’s a rundown of the nationally recognized greek organizations on campus.

See a show at the IU Auditorium

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 10:24 a.m.

The IU Auditorium offers a variety of shows throughout the year.

Sounds of Bloomington

By Marc Fishman · Friday, June 6,2014 10:20 a.m.

In a college town with one of the top music schools in the nation, there is bound to be local music talent. Throw in a variety of bars and live music venues, and almost every day of the week offers a new musical opportunity.

The bucket list

By Amanda Jacobson · Friday, June 6,2014 10:18 a.m.

You’ve heard about nightlife at IU, but what happens during the day? Here are some suggestions on how to spend your time.

What is Welcome Week?

By Staff · Friday, June 6,2014 10:15 a.m.

Participate in the Welcome Week experience and find new friends, learn about clubs and organizations and enjoy concerts and performances by other student groups.

Schwarber, Travis, DeMuth drafted

By IDS staff · Friday, June 6,2014 8:58 a.m.

Junior catcher Kyle Schwarber was drafted No. 4 overall by the Chicago Cubs and junior first baseman Sam Travis was drafted No. 67 by the Boston Red Sox in the 2014 MLB draft Thursday.

City Council debates restaurant look

By Angela Hawkins · Thursday, June 5,2014 4:59 p.m.

A City Council meeting Wednesday brought to debate the appearance of Bloomington's restaurants.

Notable landmarks and legends on campus

By Nicole Montella · Thursday, June 5,2014 3:36 p.m.

Look for the many famous and infamous landmarks around the IU campus.

Herman B Wells' legacy

By Michael Auslen · Thursday, June 5,2014 3:27 p.m.

Before Herman B Wells took charge of IU, the University was just a small Midwestern college with 11,000 students. By the time he died in 2000, it had become a world-renowned institution with more than 90,000 students on eight campuses.

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