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University better off when Knight was here

By Jeff Weingartner · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 1:51 p.m.

It's about time. The Bob Knight era has come to a close. Now people can look at IU for the other things we do great here … Oh, that's right ' there isn't anything. The latest rankings by U.S. News and World Report placed IU in the second tier of colleges, so we aren't opening any eyes academically.

Knight taught lessons on, off basketball court

By Matthew Babrick · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 1:48 p.m.

I had the opportunity to work under coach Knight as a manager from 1996 to 2000. I am currently an administrative assistant for the Stanford Men's basketball program under coach Mike Montgomery. Throughout my four years at Indiana under coach Knight, there was not a day that went by on either the practice floor or in the locker room where I didn't learn something about the game of basketball or the game of life.

Students ignorant to blame Harvey for firing

By David Browning · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 1:47 p.m.

I am embarrassed to be affiliated with this institution, in light of recent events. I find some of the students' behavior grotesque, at best.

Press conference in Indy is disrespectful to Bloomington students

By Sara Gross · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 1:42 p.m.

I found Myles Brand's decision to make the announcement about Bob Knight's termination in Indianapolis at IU-Purdue University at Indianapolis incredibly disrespectful to the students in Bloomington.

Letter Spotlight

By Jacqui Sheehan · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 11:57 a.m.

Bob Knight -- less than a god, but more than a man, right? I don't know exactly why, but for some reason, with all of his antics during the years, I should have lost my respect for him and agree with his termination as coach.

Fate of freshman unknown

Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 11:52 a.m.

Some say Kent Harvey will not be returning to school this semester, but by the way his phone rings one would think he's still there.

Pro-Knight rally scheduled at Nick's English Hut

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 11:38 a.m.

ESPN Radio in Chicago announced early yesterday that it would hold a pro-Knight rally at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Nick's English Hut, 423 E. Kirkwood Ave.

Assistant coach Mike Davis awaits decision

By Heater A. Dinich and Heather A. Dinich · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 11:15 a.m.

Athletics director Clarence Doninger said he feels some pressure to name an interim head coach for the men's basketball team. He met with assistant coach Mike Davis last night to discuss the issue.

Cornbread a simple yet rewarding effort

By Camilla Saulsbury · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 11:06 a.m.

I once had a co-worker who was beholden to cornbread. Joy was her name, and day after day she would head to the local deli where she bypassed the blintzes, tortes and puff pastries for the soup of the day and a generous hunk of cornbread.

Faculty reaction to Knight dismissal mixed

By Sheila Lalwani · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:47 a.m.

Following the explosive news that college basketball coaching legend Bob Knight was fired, members of the faculty understood the logic behind Knight's dismissal, but reactions were still mixed.

University begins cleanup, prepares damage estimate

By Sheila Lalwani · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:46 a.m.

The waters of Showalter Fountain were a dingy green as crew workers spent Monday morning surveying the damage left behind from Sunday's mass student protest.

Raise your voice, I'm listening

By Brian Hartz · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:29 a.m.

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Brian F. Hartz. I'm a new graduate student here at the the School of Journalism, and I have a confession to make: I might be partly to blame for Bob Knight's recent dismissal as IU men's basketball coach.

A day to remember

By Alyson Brodsy and Christy LaFave · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:19 a.m.

The whole day had an eerie, foreboding feel to it.

Everyone is to blame

By Chris Edwards · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:12 a.m.

Knight's in trouble again. Ouch! Sorry, I mean Mr. Knight is in trouble again. I apologize for stating the obvious; my next column may be an expose claiming the kids driving SUVs around campus don't make their own payments. At any rate, it makes for good news, doesn't it?

Riots only add to negative image

Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:10 a.m.

When orchestrated in an effective manner, a protest is a powerful thing. Empires have risen and fallen because of the voice of the people. Meaningful protesting helps to end slavery, misogyny, war, famine and social injustice around the world. To protest is to stand up for one's rights using one's voice, presence, witness and mind.

Search committee presents student forum

By Rachel Kipp · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:09 a.m.

Students seeking information to affect the search to replace Bloomington Chancellor Kenneth Gros Louis, who retires June 30, 2001, will have their chance. The Chancellor Search and Screen Committee will present the second of two open-forum discussions from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Indiana Memorial Union State Room East.

Rally kicks off football season

By Stacey Palevsky · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:04 a.m.

Little kids ran around with painted faces, outfitted in red and white, as the music of Jimmy Buffet and Van Morrison filled the warm summer air, courtesy of Bloomington's own Bahama Llama.

Around the campus

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2:02 a.m.

President Myles Brand announced Monday he is postponing his State of the University address, previously scheduled for 2:30 today.

Students plan program

By Josh Hamerman · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 2 a.m.

For the past seven years, the School of Education has initiated a program named A Community of Teachers for the benefit of its secondary education students. A Community of Teachers allows secondary education pupils to earn their teaching licenses through hands-on work in actual classrooms as opposed to grades and credits. This is the only curriculum program of its kind in the entire state.

Exhibits

By Alyson Brodsy · Tuesday, Sept. 12,2000 1:52 a.m.

Lilly Library, Fine Arts Plaza, east Seventh Street. "Were Off to See the Wizard: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, 1900-2000" commemorates the 100th anniversary of L. Frank Baums childrens classic, on exhibit through Sept. 23. Tours available Fridays at 2 p.m. or by arrangement. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Call 855-2452.

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