Women's Golf

Art organizations apply for funding

By -Jenny Kobiela · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 11:17 p.m.

Artists in need of resources need to look no further than the Bloomington Area Arts Council. This week the BAAC will hold a workshop focused on applying for Indiana Arts Commission grants.

Alaska builds new museum

By Alyson Brodsy and Dan Joling · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 11:16 p.m.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska — The walls of the Museum of the North stand out against the interior Alaska sky like bold, white brush strokes on blue canvas.

Talks continue as casino strike deadline nears

By Alyson Brodsy and Tom Coyne · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 11:14 p.m.

Talks between a union representing about 850 workers at four northwestern Indiana casinos and the companies continued Tuesday as a union spokeswoman said she was hopeful agreements could be reached before a Friday strike deadline.

Around The State

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 11:13 p.m.

NASHVILLE, Ind. -- Police arrested two freshmen at Brown County High School on intimidation charges Tuesday, the day after the discovery of a suspected hit list with the names of 20 other students and six teachers.

Daniels rescinds collective bargaining for state employees

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 11:09 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels rescinded collective bargaining powers for state employees Tuesday and canceled settlement agreements for about 25,000 state workers, saying the arrangements hindered his ability to quickly reshape state government. Daniels also created a separate, cabinet-level agency to oversee the state's child protection services.

Sharon calls Abbas after election win

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 10:50 p.m.

JERUSALEM -- Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon called Mahmoud Abbas Tuesday to congratulate him for winning the Palestinian presidential elections, the latest sign the two sides are eager to restart peace efforts after years of stalemate.

Iraqi vote threatened by ongoing violence

By Alyson Brodsy and Nick Wadhams · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 10:49 p.m.

BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Some areas of Iraq probably will be too unsafe to take part in the Jan. 30 elections, Prime Minister Ayad Allawi said Tuesday in his first acknowledgment of limited voting, and he promised to increase the size of the army in the face of a bloody insurgency, whose latest victims included 13 Iraqis killed by two bombings.

2nd case of mad cow disease discovered in Canada

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 10:48 p.m.

OTTAWA -- Canadian government inspectors have confirmed another case of mad cow disease in the western province of Alberta, the nation's food agency said Tuesday.

Charges pending in guinea pig incident

By Lori Geller · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 5:20 p.m.

A self-proclaimed "prank gone bad" might come back to haunt an IU freshman who tossed his guinea pig out of an eighth-floor window.

Spring breakers find fun in own backyard

By Kimberly Laughlin · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:11 a.m.

Spring break: the long-awaited opportunity to put away the books and bring out the bathing suits. This is the week-long retreat when the only things that matter are the beach, sand and partying.

New coach brings new excitement

By Dan Click · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:11 a.m.

After enduring another tough season in which IU lost eight of its last nine games, getting to a bowl game seemed light years away for the Hoosiers. But with the hiring of new football coach Terry Hoeppner, players are looking to now for their bowl aspirations rather than later.

Congress tightens controls on granting visas

By Lindsay Lyon · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:11 a.m.

For years, students have left their homes in countries across the globe to study at IU and other universities in the United States. Because of recent legislation, IU President Adam Herbert and other university officials fear this traditionally large international student population could decline significantly.

Switch to Mitch complete

By Lindsey Jancek and Lindsay Jancek · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:11 a.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- The inauguration for newly sworn-in Gov. Mitch Daniels came Monday with a roar from the crowd of more than 10,000 people. Daniels pledged to continue aiming high and made a plea for publicly-funded institutions to help the areas within which they reside.

Spring breakers not immune to alcohol violations

By Laura Crylen · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:11 a.m.

Sandy white beaches and the cool blue ocean often serve as the ideal spring break paradise -- a place where students can escape pressures of school and demands of work. The only thing vacations like this require are a few friends, a modest amount of money and for those still underage, a fake ID.

Little 500 riders train in style, on the beach

By Brian Janosch · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:10 a.m.

The usual spring break staples of beaches, booze and bikinis need not apply to a small group of men who find their way down to Florida every March. Instead, the week is packed with talks of victory and nearly 500 miles worth of training.

Local concerts provide spring amusement

By Ashley Brown · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:10 a.m.

Whether it is a platinum-selling artist or a friend's garage band, rock and pop concerts can offer spring breakers the excitement and adrenaline rush of going to Cancun without the steep costs and tiring days spent traveling.

Spice up the everyday pool party with a tropical drink

By Daniel Hiester and David Hiester · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:09 a.m.

Spring break is a time to enjoy exotic destinations -- or drink enough exotic drinks you can at least pretend the semester is finished.

Mexico still most popular destination for IU students

By David Charles · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:08 a.m.

If you're not going home or staying in Bloomington for spring break, the first decision that needs to be made is your destination. This year, as in years past, Cancun is a favorite for IU students.

bikinistankinishalterkinis

By Mara Lazdins · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:07 a.m.

Students anticipate it all year long -- a week of bliss, relaxation and pleasure. Whatever the destination might be, spring break is a time when college students across the country let loose and leave their textbooks behind. Before students head off on Spring Break, many will purchase new outfits to wear, make lists of what to pack or study local attractions. And many view a new swimsuit as a requirement.

Psychology professor dies at 63, remembered for her work

By Daria Kamalipour · Tuesday, Jan. 11,2005 1:04 a.m.

Esther Thelen, IU psychology professor of 19 years, died from cancer Dec. 29 at a hospital in Bloomington at the age of 63. Thelen was a prominent figure in the field of developmental psychology at IU and worldwide. Her ideas, significance and experimental findings were profound.

Trending