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IU suspends professor after PSC event By Marissa Meador

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Indiana University administration temporarily suspended tenured IU political science professor Abdulkader Sinno following IU's denial of a room reservation for an event hosted by the Palestine Solidarity Committee while Sinno was the group's advisor. The decision has prompted pushback from faculty, with 14 current and former faculty authoring a petition in defense of Sinno and free speech on campus. “As faculty members of Indiana University, we condemn this persecution of a colleague and the administration’s shocking expression of contempt for IU’s longstanding practices of shared governance,” the petition reads. The suspension prohibits Sinno from teaching and advising graduate students during the spring and summer terms and prevents him from advising student organizations for one calendar year, immediately removing him

from his advising roles for the PSC, Muslim Student Association and Middle Eastern Student Association at IU. The letter also bars Sinno from engaging in “any and all student-related activities.” Since the Israel-Hamas war began after Hamas’ deadly Oct. 7 attack, American universities have faced difficult questions and public pressure in their responses to alleged instances of antisemitism and Islamophobia — and IU is no exception. On Nov. 15, U.S. Rep. Jim Banks of Indiana sent a letter to President Whitten, writing that IU could lose access to federal funding if they condone antisemitism on campus. Banks specifically mentioned the PSC in the letter and asked for any reports of harassment or illegal activity following the organization’s demonstrations. The PSC held demonstrations to support Palestine and honor the lives lost in the war, which totals at least 22,835 Palestinians — one percent of Gaza’s entire pre-war population

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Israel-American writer and activist Miko Peled speaks about Palestine to a crowd of about 75 on Nov. 16, 2023, in Woodburn 120. Indiana University administration temporarily suspended tenured IU political science professor Abdulkader Sinno after IU denied the room reservation for the event.

— as of Jan. 8 IU’s reasoning behind Sinno’s suspension In a letter to Sinno on Dec. 15, Carrie Docherty, vice provost for faculty

and academic affairs, wrote that Sinno violated IU’s Academic Appointee Responsibilities and Conduct policy, the Principles of Ethical Conduct and IU’s student organizations

policy when he attempted to reserve a room for the PSC’s event with IsraeliAmerican speaker Miko Peled on Nov. 16. SEE SUSPENDED, PAGE 4

Meet the IU Center for Spacetime Symmetries

The IUCSS investigates the universe’s symmetries and the established rules of physics. By Andrew Miller

ami3@iu.edu | @andrew_mmiller

“Perfect symmetry is boring,” Mike Snow, director of the IU Center for Spacetime Symmetries, said over biscuits, gravy and a much-needed cup of coffee early in the morning at Runcible Spoon. His organization works to find potential breaks in fundamental rules of the universe that much of modern physics is based on — rules so fundamental, that upending them would lead to a revolution in the field. These rules are known as symmetries. To the people in the IUCSS investigating these basic laws of the universe, their work is everything. And if their research bears fruit, it would be one of the most transformative events in modern physics in recent memory. Even if it doesn’t, their

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Members of the IUCSS at the eighth meeting for CPT and Lorentz Symmetry, held May 12-16, 2019, pose outside Swain Hall East. The organization has worked to find potential breaks in fundamental rules of the universe that much of modern physics is based on — rules so fundamental, upending them would lead to a revolution in the field.

research would still confirm basic assumptions and rules most of modern physics is based on, and their enormous body of work — the fleshed-out understandings of particles, math and phenomena — could

ripple through the field of physics for years to come. History of the IUCSS The work of finding potential aberrations in the established laws of physics began in the late 20th cen-

tury with the work of Alan Kostelecky, now a distinguished professor of theoretical physics at IU, and one of the world’s leading authorities on spacetime symmetries. Working within String

Theory — a promising framework developed in the late 20th century that attempted to unify physics under one theory of everything — Kostelecky said he demonstrated the existence of processes within the theory that could break established rules including Lorentz and CPT symmetry. This spurred him to look into other ways these symmetries could be violated in nature. He developed the Standard Model Extension, a theory containing all possible violations of these rules. This spurred a deluge of scientists to test if these violations exist, and; in the early 2000s, scientists at IU realized they had a critical mass of people who were interested in studying these potential violations. They founded the IUCSS soon after in 2010. SEE IUCSS, PAGE 3

FOOTBALL

Indiana snags James Madison’s leading receiver, 3 others in transfer portal IDS FILE PHOTO BY MATT BEGALA

Greg Pence, brother of Vice President Mike Pence tells the crowd to get out and vote during the Trump Rally Friday, Nov. 2, 2018 in the Southport High School gymnasium. Pence announced he would not seek reelection Jan. 9, 2024.

Rep. Greg Pence announces retirement from Congress By Christy Avery

averycm@iu.edu | @christm_avery

Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Pence is the latest member of Indiana’s congressional delegation to announce he will not run

for reelection to Congress, following in the footsteps of fellow members Rep. Larry Buschon, Rep. Jim Banks and Rep. Victoria Spartz. SEE RETIREMENT, PAGE 4

By Daniel Flick

danflick@iu.edu | @ByDanielFlick

Indiana football head coach Curt Cignetti continues to pull talent from his past destination, James Madison University. Receiver Elijah Sarratt, who led the Dukes with 82 receptions for 1,191 yards last season, announced his commitment to Indiana on Thursday night via X, formerly known as Twitter. The 6-foot-2, 207-pound Sarratt finished second on James

Madison in touchdown catches with eight and added another score on the ground, tying him for the team lead in total touchdowns. A native of Stafford, Virginia, Sarratt was a Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Freshman All-American at Saint Francis University in 2022 before transferring to James Madison, where he earned first-team All-Sun Belt conference this past season. SEE MADISON, PAGE 4

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Indiana football head coach Curt Cignetti is pictured at his introductory press conference Dec. 1, 2023, inside the team room at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Cignetti landed four transfers Jan. 4.

Bloomington's 7 Day Forecast

LETTER FROM THE EDITORS Welcome back Hoosiers for the spring 2024 semester! We hope the first week of classes are going well and that you all had a refreshing holiday break. Here at the IDS, we have been working on and planning for the upcoming semester, ensuring we continue providing essential coverage for you in 2024. We are glad you decided to pick up a paper and are grateful you took time out of your busy schedule to read the IDS. This first paper catches you up on everything you missed over the break and looks ahead to major events happening this semester. For those new to the IDS, our paper publishes every Thursday and covers everything IU and the Bloomington community has to offer. Our website, idsnews.com, also publishes content daily. Whether it's breaking news or the latest Hoosier sports update, the IDS has you covered. As the IDS’s co-editorsin-chief this semester, we are dedicated to covering all of the Bloomington community, providing comprehensive and in-depth reporting on crucial topics and providing a platform for a diverse range of voices on campus. The IDS is built on a 156year history of serving you, our readers. Our dedication to the community is what drives every story we publish and every decision we make as journalists. We are also committed to upholding our code of ethics as we pursue complex and challenging stories. We wish you all the best in the spring semester and hope you will make reading the IDS a part of your daily routine!

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VOLLEYBALL

Steve Aird signs contract extension through 2029 By Dalton James

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Indiana volleyball head coach Steve Aird agreed to a contract extension through 2029, according to an IU Athletics release Friday. “Our volleyball program has shown impressive growth over the last several seasons under Coach Aird, to the point that we are now competing at a very high level in the best volleyball conference in the country,” Indiana Vice President and Athletic Director Scott Dolson said in the release. “I know that our student-athletes and coaching staff believe there are bigger things ahead for this program, and I’m excited to see what’s next for Indiana volleyball.” SEE AIRD, PAGE 4

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The Sample Gates are seen Jan. 8, 2024, in Bloomington. Here are five things you may have missed over break, from a new mayor to business closures and more.

Five things you may have missed over break By Jack Forrest

jhforres@iu.edu | @byjackforrest

Although many students left campus for winter break, life in Bloomington continued on. Here are five key stories from around Bloomington for students returning from winter break to know. New mayor is sworn in, takes first actions in office Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson and four new city council representatives — Isak Asare, Shruti Rana, Hopi Stosberg and Sydney Zulich — were sworn in on Jan. 1, marking the beginning of their terms. Thomson and all the new council members are Democrats. She succeeds former Mayor John Hamilton, who decided to not seek reelection after serving two terms. Following her swearingin, the city removed a homeless encampment at Fairview St. and Patterson Drive on Jan. 4. Thomson, who attended the eviction, said in a Facebook video she spoke to two people living at the camp at the time of the removal. According to Indiana Public Media, Office of the

Mayor communications director Angela Van Rooy said resource officers had been speaking to unhoused residents since Dec. 12, and they were given eviction notices on Dec. 29 and Jan. 2. In addition to complaints of widespread littering on the lot, Thomson said the encampment had “significant safety issues.” Then, on Jan. 5, Thomson announced that she would launch reviews of city work in a press release. This includes an audit by an outside accounting firm of city finances and spending during Thomson’s first 100 days, a review of current city legal cases and an internal review of department response times to Bloomington’s uReport system, which allows citizens to report issues to the city. She also announced plans to create working groups made up of Bloomington residents to review and advise on projects that would relocate the city’s police and fire department to the downtown Showers West building and create an affordable housing neighborhood named Hopewell at the site of the old IU Health Bloomington Hospital on Second Street.

Three local businesses close Brilliant Coffee Company, Nourish Bar and Capisce Market and Catering announced Jan. 3 on social media that they would be closing permanently. “We have been extremely fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve all of you over the years,” the social media statement read. “We want to thank you for your loyalty and support. We hope that you will continue to support local businesses and find new places to enjoy coffee and treats.” The three businesses formerly located on W. Sixth St. were owned by ReVv and Strum Hospitality Group, which ceased operations earlier this month according to its website. ReVv and Strum co-founder David Howard died in April.

maintains functionality. FSA said the new form expands eligibility for aid, and that 610,000 new students will be eligible to receive Federal Pell Grants. Additionally, FAFSA applicants will be able to skip as many as 26 questions and could complete the form in less than 10 minutes. According to IU Admissions, the FAFSA priority deadline for Indiana residents is April 15, but applicants should still file if they do not meet the deadline. Students from outside of Indiana can determine their application deadline on FSA’s website. Students who wish to receive aid must fill out the FAFSA form each year, according to FSA. Aid does not carry over from year to year, and aid eligibility can change.

FAFSA form opens The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opened on Dec. 30 after being delayed. In years past, the application had opened on Oct. 30. According to Federal Student Aid (FSA), the 202425 FAFSA form will be open for limited periods of time initially to ensure the site

IU Bloomington enrollment up 9% over five years IU Bloomington enrollment is up 9% from Fall 2018, according to IU’s annual enrollment survey. The current student population is 47,527. Hamilton County overtook Monroe County to become the Indiana

county with the highest enrollment. Monroe County saw a decrease in student population of more than 1,300. While in-state enrollment has remained relatively consistent in the past five years, the number of out-ofstate students has increased. 47.71% of the Fall 2023 student population was from Indiana, which is down from 52.47% in Fall 2018. Enrollment from east coast states like New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts and Connecticut is up. Massachusetts and Connecticut each had nearly 200 students, New York had over 300 students, and New Jersey had nearly 600. Neighboring states Ohio, Kentucky and Illinois had little change, and Michigan had an increase of nearly 300 students. IU’s student population from India nearly doubled since Fall 2018, making it the country with the highest enrollment outside of the United States. Meanwhile, China’s enrollment decreased by more than half in the same timeframe. Special working group is formed to offer guidance

on Kinsey Institute Provost Rahul Shrivastav announced the formation of a special working group Dec. 15 to offer guidance on the future of Kinsey Institute after the Indiana House voted in February to strip public funding from the institute, according to a press release. The working group is made up of nine IU faculty members, including the Vice Provost for Finance and Administration, professors and members of the Kinsey Institute. The IU Board of Trustees intended to discuss plans to separate the institute from the university during its Nov. 9-10 meeting, but members ultimately voted to table those discussions following backlash from the IU community. The group will host listening sessions open to members of the IU community from 3:30-5 p.m. Jan. 17, from 12:302 p.m. Jan. 18 and from 9:30-11 a.m. Jan. 19. No location has been set for the sessions, but IU community members can register to attend on the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President’s website.

Representative Larry Buschon says he won’t seek reelection after seventh term in office By Tyler Spence spencejt@iu.edu

Congressman Larry Buschon R-Ind., who represents Indiana’s 8th congressional district, announced Jan. 8 he will not seek re-election following the end of the

2024 session. Buschon, whose district includes Posey, Gibson, Vanderburgh and Warrick counties, was first elected to Congress in 2010. He is currently serving his seventh term in the U.S. House of Representatives. ses as temperatures drop

and wind speeds increase. To avoid hypothermia, people should dress warmly and avoid being outside for long periods of time. “Recent disputes in Congress and difficulties advancing policy on behalf of the American people have not soured my faith in

our Constitutional Republic form of government… In fact, it has strengthened that faith,” Buchson said in a statement. Buschon said that after consideration from his family that he believes his time in politics has finished. Buschon didn’t

add any additional details in his statement. “Scripture teaches us, ‘For everything there is a season,’ and it became clear to me over the Christmas holiday with much discernment and prayer that the time has come to bring my season in public

service to a conclusion,” he said. Buschon is a senior member on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and joins 11 other members of Congress announcing their retirement from the House after 2024.

IU cancels classes April 8 for viewing of total solar eclipse Monroe County to offer eight warming stations Jan. 13-20

By Isaac Perlich iperlrich@iu.edu

By Marissa Meador

All IU in-person classes will be cancelled Apr. 8. as five IU campuses will fall inside a total solar eclipse’s path of totality. The moon will align between the sun and Earth, blocking the sun’s light and covering 13 states in darkness for several minutes. IU-Bloomington will be closest to the eclipse’s path of totality, becoming dark at approximately 3:05 p.m. and remaining dark for over four minutes. The eclipse will begin at approximately 3:06 p.m. at IU-Purdue University Indianapolis and IU-Purdue University Columbus and last less than four minutes. At approximately 3:08 p.m., IU-East Richmond will experience the eclipse for less than four minutes. IU-Kokomo will fall farther from the path of totality but will see the eclipse for less than one minute beginning at approximately 3:08 p.m. Visit Indiana predicts over a million tourists will visit Indiana during the eclipse, with Bloomington alone projected to welcome over 300,000 tourists. All IU campuses will host events both leading up to and during the eclipse. IU-Bloomington will host a free science festival from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Apr. 6 at Owen Hall about the impact of solar eclipses and how

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The Monroe County Emergency Management Agency is opening warming stations from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day from Jan. 13-20 in preparation for dangerously cold temperatures, according to the Monroe County website. Warming stations will be at Bloomington Fire Station 1 and 2, Ellettsville Fire Department Headquarters and several Monroe Fire Protection Districts. A map with all the warming station locations is available online. The stations will provide an opportunity for people to warm up if they don’t have

other access to heating. No food, water, showers or sleeping areas will be provided. The forecast for Jan. 13 shows a high of 26 degrees with morning snow showers. Temperatures will continue to drop Sunday, with a possible winter storm expected. Throughout the week, the high is forecasted to range from 10 to 24 degrees. While hypothermia is possible at temperatures above 40 degrees, the risk increases as temperatures drop and wind speeds increase. To avoid hypothermia, people should dress warmly and avoid being outside for long periods of time.

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Risana Malik, a second-year graduate student and an assistant at the Asian Culture Center, gazes into the sky as the sun crosses the moon. All IU in-person classes will be cancelled Apr. 8. as five IU campuses will fall inside a total solar eclipse’s path of totality.

to stay safe. A viewing party will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Apr. 8 at La Casa Latino Cultural Center in Bloomington. The first 100 guests will receive viewing glasses. A full list of events can be found on IU’s website. IU Public Safety started planning for the eclipse in 2022, according to an IU press release. IU Police Department has also communicated with the Office of the Provost, the

City of Bloomington and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. Increased needs for WiFi, cellular service, water, sewer capacity and electricity are expected. Traffic will also increase in and out of Bloomington. IU’s Center for Rural Engagement will lead community activities in rural communities across the state and provide resources, including a tool kit and $1,000 scholarship for IU students.

The tool kit allows communities to learn about and prepare for the eclipse. It covers logistics and offers ideas for community organizers. The scholarship is aimed at junior and senior undergraduate students. Those selected will attend an orientation in February and meet with community partners from February to May. Indiana will not fall inside a solar eclipse’s path of totality again until 2099.

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The center, composed of a rotating cast of graduate students and around 20 fulltime IU scientists and professors, has attracted talent with all sorts of specializations: theorists, experimentalists and everyone in between. Every three years, they bring together scientists from around the world who are interested in their field of research for a conference. Their last meeting was held virtually in 2022 and included participants from five 5 continents. River Govin, a graduate student at the center studying modified neutrino energies, said bringing together very niche disciplines — from those studying unimaginably small particles to theorists working on overarching theory — is one of the main benefits of the center. Opposed to having one specialized group searching for violations, he said, they have multiple groups using different approaches and background knowledge, all looking for the same thing. There is also the value of having experimentalists and theorists working together, which Snow, an experimentalist, said is the focus of their conferences. “It's a two-way street, because, if you only do the theoretical work in a vacuum, more often than not it's very unlikely that what you thought up as a possibility is testable,” Snow said. “The good theorists keep a very sharp eye on what is happening in experiment(s), and what you could do given our level of technology.” Lorentz, CPT symmetry drive the center’s research The center’s research focuses on testing whether two fundamental symmetries to our understanding of the universe — Lorentz symmetry and CPT symmetry — are violated, however minutely, in the universe. Lorentz symmetry, in short, means that laws of physics would apply the same to objects no matter where they are positioned in space, or if they are moving. This assumption is the basis of many higher-level theories of physics, including relativity. If it were to be violated, these theories would have to be critically rethought. The slightly more complicated CPT symmetry surrounds charge conjugation (C), parity inversion (P) and time reversal (T). This means antimatter, or particles with their positions reflected, should follow the same laws of physics as the standard matter making up our bod-

COURTESY PHOTO FROM MARTIN WOLF, ICECUBE/NSF

IceCube Neutrino Observatory is pictured at the South Pole, Antarctica. Many current and former scientists at the IUCSS have focused much of their research on the peculiar properties of Neutrinos.”

ies, the earth and all known objects. The laws of physics should also apply both forwards and backwards in time. Together, these symmetries are linked by CPT theorem, which says that in theories of physics, where Lorentz symmetry applies, CPT symmetry must also apply. If one is violated, the other may be as well. Relativity, a keystone to modern physics formulated by Albert Einstein in the early 20th century, also lies at the heart of the IUCSS’s research. The extremely simplified version of gravity in relativity: matter causes space and time to curve around mass, like a bowling ball would shift the surface of a trampoline. The bowling ball would end up in the center, creating a valley which would make other objects placed on the trampoline fall toward it. In real life, this distortion involves the three spacial dimensions, as well as the dimension of time. For example, in Matthew McConaughey’s voyage into space in the movie “Interstellar,” traveling near the black hole causes McConaughey to end up significantly younger than his daughter on earth. By traveling extremely fast and experiencing the immense gravitational force of a black hole onto spacetime, he experiences “less” time. However, the IUCSS is not sure Lorentz and CPT symmetries, and relativity by extension, are airtight. As an

example, Snow once again brought up Einstein’s theory of relativity, which filled in gaps left by Isaac Newton’s prior theory of gravity. Newton’s theory had one small problem: Mercury’s orbit had a small deviation from its expected path. According to Snow, scientists dismissed this concern, until Einstein combined space and time as one unified body with relativity. Einstein was convinced relativity was right, Snow said, because his theory predicted that small deviation of Mercury’s orbit. The differences between the predicted orbits were minute, and yet the difference between the theories was massive. Looking for violations in experimentation Just as Einstein’s theory was confirmed by such a small observation, the IUCSS looks for signs of Lorentz and CPT violations on unbelievably small scales. In physics, symmetry has been recognized as very important, but violations have been found in other areas outside the center’s realm of study. Parity (P in CPT) is known to be violated, as is time reversal in some processes, Ralph Lehnert, a senior research scientist and associate director at the IUCSS, said. Lehnert works in phenomenology, meaning he uses the Standard Model Extension to make predictions, or phenomena, for experiments. Based on his findings,

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he projects certain results for experimentalists like Snow to find in their experiments if violations are found, though the symmetries and relativity have held up so far outside of the margin of error. They test out these potential violations in ways too numerous to list, but luckily for the researchers, the SME provides all possible violations under their model. Lehnert said this is possible because the theory works within mathematical principles the SME abides by, constraining the number of violations possible in the theory. For example, in many science fiction series, spaceships use antimatter as fuel under the idea that gravity would make antiparticles “fall” upward. However, a recent experiment at CERN proved gravity makes both antiparticles and particles fall, upholding CPT theorem’s assertion that gravity would affect antimatter the same as matter and, as always, crushing sci-fi fans’ dreams. Snow said their experimental research also involves measuring gravitational waves, which some processes, such as black hole mergers, can observably cause. Accepted theory, Snow said, predicts the speed of gravitational waves traveling across space should be the same as the speed of the light. Though it currently looks like they do travel at the same speed, this has yet to be

precisely confirmed. In these experiments, neutrons, held in the nucleus of an atom alongside protons with the strong nuclear force, are exploded away from the nucleus. They are then guided to collisions with cold material, slowing them down enough to make a beam, which they then manipulate. One common experiment often done to poke at general relativity, Snow said, is measuring clocks in space due to their precision. “Measuring time is one of the most precise things we know how to do, because ultimately all you have to do is count,” Snow said. In this experiment, clocks are lined up and compared to what relativity calculates their measurements should be. If discrepancies between the clocks are credibly found, a violation of Lorentz or CPT could be causing it. Teppei Katori, a former IUCSS graduate student who studies ultra-high energy neutrinos at King’s College in London, along with many members of the IUCSS, focuses much of their research on one of the most unusual particles known in the universe: the neutrino. Roughly 100 trillion of them pass through your body every second, and yet they are extremely difficult for scientists to catch and measure. Neutrinos pass through solid matter almost as if it were empty space — making them extremely difficult to catch and measure. The IceCube

neutrino observatory at the south pole, the largest in the world, only detects 275 per day. Neutrinos oscillate between its subtypes on a whim when measured, something that could be influenced by Lorentz or CPT symmetry violations. Many scientists affiliated with the IUCSS and the search for violations devote their lives to studying these particles with almost endless opportunity for discovery. Though no violations have been found yet in their decades of searching, if one is proven to exist, the consequences would be enormous. Modern physics revolves around Lorentz and CPT symmetry, meaning any discovery could have the potential to reshape the very foundation of physics. “We would be shocked and everyone in physics would be shocked, because these symmetries are the foundation of how we think about space and time,” Snow said. Light, a vexing phenomenon produced by photons that act as both particle and wave, could be explained through violations of Lorentz and CPT symmetry. Through invisible relativity-violating vectors in space oscillating, light could be generated as a consequence, though the center has not been able to test this out. “We seem to have a different idea of what light is every century,” Snow laughed. “This could be one of them.” It could be seen in other actions too, including apples potentially falling at minisculely different rates depending on where the Earth is positioned around the sun. All this leaves scientists at the IUCSS, including Snow, without much sleep at night. Between watching computer simulations, writing on chalkboards and sheets of paper scattered around desks, the research never stops. “I’m working,” Snow laughed. “I am having a blast trying to break these laws, so I try to devote my efforts to that goal. But there are only 24 hours in a day.” Snow said the possibility of not discovering any violations doesn’t discourage his team. The potential of finding a violation and revolutionizing physics, and their daily work of fleshing out the field of physics, keeps them going. “That’s why we’re excited to try,” Snow said. “You attack a fundamental idea, you have no idea if you’re going to succeed and discover something or not, but that doesn’t deter us. We’re stubborn.”

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Pence said his team will focus the rest of his 2024 term on delivering constituent services. “To the voters in Indiana’s 6th District – it is a privilege and honor to represent you in our Nation’s capital,” he said in the statement. Pence is the second member of Congress to announce their retirement this week, after U.S. Republican Rep. Larry Buschon of Indiana announced on Monday he would not run for reelection. The decision was unexpected, with Buschon previously saying he intended to run in the 8th District at least once more in 2024. Buschon was first elected in 2010 and served eight terms. In addition to Pence and Buschon, U.S. Republican Rep. Jim Banks of Indiana is running for the open U.S. Senate seat left behind by U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, who announced in 2022 he would run for Indiana governor. Braun seeks to replace Gov. Eric Holcomb, who will depart this year due to term limits. Banks notably penned a letter to IU President Pamela Whitten Nov. 15, 2023, requesting Whitten and other IU administrators provide answers to a list of questions he had about allegations of antisemitism at IU since Oct. 7, 2023. U.S. Republican Rep. Victoria Spartz, who represents the 5th District in Indiana, announced in February 2023 she would also retire from Congress after seven terms to spend more time at home with her family. However, Spartz told the IndyStar in December she may reconsider running for reelection.

Sarratt has two years of eligibility remaining and will join a depth chart littered with bodies at receiver, headlined by redshirt junior Donaven McCulley, who finished as Indiana’s leading pass catcher with 48 receptions for 644 yards and six touchdowns in 2023. Landing Sarratt put the bow on an eventful night for Cignetti, who secured three other commitments Thursday. Indiana added a pair of safeties from Old Dominion University, as Shawn Asbury II and Terry Jones each chose the Hoosiers. Asbury, who stands at 5-foot-9, 192 pounds, started his career at Boston College before transferring to the Monarchs for the 2022 season. In 2023, Asbury finished fourth on Old Dominion with 93 tackles while adding six tackles for loss and an interception. He has two years of eligibility left. The 6-foot-1, 187-pound Jones oneupped Asbury, finishing as the Monarchs’ thirdleading tackler with 107, four of which came behind the line of scrimmage. The Baltimore, Maryland, native has one year of eligibility remaining. Asbury and Jones, who played in 12 games apiece, were each named Honorable Mention All-Sun Belt for their efforts this past season. Indiana, which lost starting safeties Louis Moore and Phillip Dunnam to the transfer portal after firing head coach Tom Allen on Nov. 26, appears to have found viable replacements. But the Hoosiers still weren’t done.

Aird lead the Hoosiers to a 21-12 record in 2023, matching a school record for the most wins in a season while winning 11 games in the Big Ten for the first time since 1999. Indiana beat Purdue on Oct. 11 in Bloomington, breaking a 21-game winless streak against the Boilermakers. In Aird’s sixth season at the helm, the Hoosiers notched a pair of sellout games, marking their first ever at Wilkinson Hall. “Our team has made us proud on the court, in the classroom and in the community,” Aird said in the release. “They come early, stay late and truly care about each other. Paired with incredible recruits heading to campus, there is reason to be excited about the future. Bloomington is an amazing college town that my wife and children proudly call home. We are grateful for the opportunity and are excited to continue to build this program.” In May 2022, the Indiana Daily Student published an investigation regarding Aird. The investigation’s allegations stem from interviews with six women who used to play for Aird — four of which at Indiana. They alleged the IU program under Aird is built around punishment and dismissiveness of mental abuse. In August 2022, Aird addressed questions on the program for the first time since the article ran. In two separate statements to the IDS, Indiana Athletics has stated new changes to the program were implemented with Aird’s cooperation. Aird said the changes have been slight in staffing and training. Junior setter Camryn Haworth and freshman libero Ramsey Gary will return in 2024 as the Hoosiers seek to follow-up a historic 2023 season.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Though Sinno’s room reservation request received approval Nov. 6, he received a notice of a conduct violation ten days later, just hours before the event was scheduled to take place. Nick Cullather, the interim dean of the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, wrote the reason for the violation was that Sinno falsely or incorrectly indicated the room reservation was for an academic event when it was for a student organization and that Sinno listed Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures as his department even though the chair of the MELC department declined to sponsor the event. The PSC, whose lastminute attempt to reserve the room after the initial cancellation had been denied by IU, which cited a lack of availability for security on such short notice, proceeded with the event because the speaker’s flight had already been booked and paid for. Before the event began, IU employees had approached the room in Woodburn Hall. Event organizers said the employees were there to lock the room. According to Docherty’s letter, one of these employees was Superintendent for Public Safety Benjamin Hunter, who filed a complaint Nov. 16 that launched Docherty’s investigation the following day. Docherty wrote in the letter that Sinno listed the event as an “Academic talk about Middle Eastern Politics,” but told her in an interview the event was for a student organization. By attempting to reserve the room himself instead of having the PSC submit the reservation, he “omitted key processes that would have been put in motion if submitted by the student organization,” she wrote. She also wrote that Sinno replied “no” to a question asking if he was filling out the form on behalf of someone else, conduct which Do-

» RETIREMENT cherty describes as “at best misrepresenting the event, and at worst circumventing the process required of a student organization in gaining all the necessary approvals for an event.” Other critiques listed in the letter include Sinno’s choice not to request security for the event, attending the unauthorized event and not informing Hunter and other university employees that the event was cancelled. Docherty also wrote that Sinno’s repeated use of “I do not recall” during her interview with him reduced his credibility. “As the result of your conduct during the interview, your credibility deficiencies, my concerns regarding your judgment in advising the student organization, your failures to follow relevant policies and procedures, and evidence obtained during the investigation, I have serious concerns about the effect your behavior may have on members of the campus community,” Docherty wrote. Docherty also referred to instances of “threatening” behavior toward a colleague and “a number of bias reports” filed against Sinno but does not list the individuals involved or content of the reports. “Further allegations related to your conduct will be investigated and may include sanctions up to and including separation of employment,” Docherty wrote. The letter also said IU Police Department had to divert focus from two preplanned events to provide a presence for the PSC event. IDS reporters who covered the event did not observe a police presence near the room that night. IU professors rally behind Sinno On Dec. 28, Jeffrey Isaac, another political science professor, wrote to Docherty urging her to reconsider the

sanctions. Isaac also chairs the political science department’s Personnel Committee, which oversees the tenure and promotion of faculty and conducts merit reviews. “I consider his suspension to be an injustice and, indirectly, a violation of academic freedom,” Isaac wrote. Beyond his opinion, Isaac wrote that his broader concern is how the decision impacts peer review and faculty governance. “I would like to think that Indiana University is a place that nourishes the mind and soul but also the heart,” Isaac wrote. “And that you, as someone with real authority, will act in a way that is true to all of those things.” Isaac also warned the decision could have a chilling effect for those speaking about Middle Eastern politics on campus. In defense of Sinno, Isaac authored a petition along with 13 other current and former faculty members. The petition, which was posted Sunday and circulated Monday, has garnered 160 signatures — nearly all faculty — as of Monday night. The petition alleges IU violated their own policies by failing to refer the case to the Faculty Misconduct Review Committee, which considers misconduct cases that are not research misconduct, Student Code of Ethics or Affirmative Action cases. In an interview with the IDS, Isaac reiterated his frustration with IU’s decision, describing the sanctions as “trumped-up charges” based on technicalities. In his 37 years at the university, Isaac said he’s never seen a situation like this. By not referring Sinno’s case to the faculty board and using small mistakes to justify severe sanctions, IU administrators were functioning like an authoritarian regime, Isaac said. “These people don’t think they’re accountable to the rules,” he said.

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An ode to doing nothing DANNY’S DIATRIBES

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ILLUSTRATION BY THEO HAWKINS

This winter break, I did nothing. And I mean nothing. I didn’t travel. I didn’t take any classes. I barely even left my parents’ house. I was, in most senses of the word, a boneless blob for the majority of it. Yet it was the best winter break I’ve had in a long time. Last semester was one of the most stressful semesters of my life. A full course load, two university jobs and a new apartment had me rushing around campus more than ever before. Once I got home, I didn’t have the mental energy to do anything except go boneless blob mode. So much of 2023 was defined by hurry. I endlessly hurried to finish assignments, complete projects and pack in as much as humanly possible into 12 months. Even though I did a lot, I didn’t have all that much fun doing it. Re-reading my journal from this past year over break almost made me cry. Despite my academic success, I was constantly overwhelmed. I’m happy with what I accomplished, but I can’t help but feel like I should have done it in a healthier fashion. My winter of rest rejuvenated me for the new year. As we take on 2024, we should all incorporate the relaxing spirit of winter break into our daily lives. I understand I come from a privileged position with this statement. Many students worked over break, adding additional stress, instead of sitting around watching “Jeopardy: Second Chance” every night. But instead of work and school, it’s just work. And it’s okay if, in the midst of a working schedule, you took the nights or days you had off and spent them just sitting there, doing nothing. Trust me — somewhere across the world, I was probably doing

the same thing. My long winter’s nap helped me reset. I came into 2024 with fresh eyes, ready to face the challenges of the year with renewed confidence. While I don’t expect this to last all year — or even significantly into January — I feel much more optimistic for my future. So, I’ve resolved to take the spirit of doing nothing into the new year. Why should I stress? It won’t make things go better or faster. I want to spend 2024 relaxed and happy. I’m not saying to do nothing all year, but what you shouldn’t do is grind — work continuously, no matter the negative impact on your mind and body. In our society and particularly in college, we’re rewarded for constantly working. All-nighters are a rite of passage. Constant stress is inevitable and expected. I’ve fallen victim to this mindset many times, staying up late to finish projects or dropping fun activities to stay home alone and study. But this winter break showed me that maybe I can break free from that cycle. Not every day has to be “successful” or even all that productive. Some days fall short of the mark. That is, and should be, okay. A good day should be one where you are happy, not one where you get the most homework done. So, if you didn’t do anything over winter break, don’t feel bad. I didn’t do anything either, and I found the most fulfilling three weeks in recent memory. As classes start back up, it will be increasingly difficult to find time to do nothing. But, if you find a free evening or weekend, don’t feel pressured to spend the day worrying. Instead, become a boneless blob for a while — because we all need it. dw85@iu.edu

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Women saved the world in 2023 Ainsley Foster (she/her)

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In Taylor Swift’s victory lap interview for Time’s 2023 Person of the Year, she reflects on the wild success of her Eras Tour and everything it took to get there. In this interview, Swift acknowledges that Hollywood, the music industry and other forms of mass media are finally taking girlhood and women's interests seriously. She also has her theories as to why. “What fuels a patriarchal society? Money, flow of revenue, the economy,” Swift said in the interview. “So actually, if we’re going to look at this in the most cynical way possible, feminine ideas becoming lucrative means that more female art will get made. It’s extremely heartening.” And heartening it is. 2023 alone showed just how much power and influence women hold over the economy. Just like Swift said, the mass success of femalecentered media means that people will keep making it. This past year has proved just how profitable appealing to women's interests can be. The Eras Tour is just one example of this. With Swifties spending more than $1,300 on average on tickets, travel and clothing to attend the tour, Taylor Swift has boosted economies from coast to coast. With nearly $5 billion in consumer spending in the United States, $5 billion internationally and earning Taylor herself an extraordinary $2.2 Billion (Yes. that’s billion with a “b”) in revenue, it truly has been the event of a lifetime. Full disclosure, I count myself as someone who has spent an embarrassing amount on merchandise, re-

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cords, shows and everything in between. But Swift isn't the only female superstar who made headlines touring this past year. Beyoncé Knowles knows what it means to run the world. The continuation of an already stunning career, the Renaissance World Tour cemented the performer as one of the most successful touring artists of all time. Billboard Boxscore now lists the Renaissance World Tour as the seventh highest-grossing tour in history. Beyoncé is the only

American solo artist, woman and the only Black artist to crack the top ten. The Renaissance tour drew more than 2.7 million fans to stadiums around the world, boosting tourism in Beyoncé’s tour cities. In Stockholm, the “Beyhive” drove Sweden’s May inflation higher than expected. In just five months and 56 shows, the Renaissance World Tour grossed $141.8 million in Europe and $438 million in the U.S. and Canada. In the box office, the “Bar-

bie” movie smashed records too. The year's biggest opening weekend, the largest opening for a female director ever and Warner Bros.'s highest-grossing domestic release in history are just a few of the broken records under “Barbie’s” belt. The film’s director, Greta Gerwig, became the first female director to direct a billion-dollar film on her own, making her the highest-grossing female director domestically. Most recently, the film was awarded its crown jewel: the highest-grossing film of the

year, bringing in $1.4 billion in revenue. However, what I find most amazing is just how severely underestimated the film was in the beginning. In June of 2023, box office prognosticators initially predicted the movie would make a mere $55 million on its opening weekend. It nearly tripled that estimate with a $162 million haul in just the opening weekend. Catering to women's interests is not just a cultural imperative but a powerful economic force. As the

year unfolded, it became evident that embracing and celebrating female-centered content not only resonates with audiences but also fuels substantial economic growth that extends well past the entertainment industry. The undeniable success of women and femaledirected media reflects a promising trend that is likely to shape the future landscape, encouraging more diverse and empowering narratives to flourish. ainsfost@iu.edu

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Parrish helps No. 14 Indiana defeat Nebraska By Quinn Richards

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Indiana women’s basketball defeated Nebraska 91-69 on Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena as Sydney Parrish continued her strong form. The senior guard scored a seasonhigh 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting. This follows Parrish’s productive outing in the Hoosiers’ 80-59 victory over Michigan on Jan. 4, where she played an integral role in a historic 36-point first quarter, knocking down three shots as a part of Indiana’s 13-for-13 effort. She finished the game with 14 points on 5-for-6 shooting. “Syd got back on track tonight,” Moren said Jan.4. “It was really fun to watch.” Sunday afternoon provided Parrish with an opportunity to build off her red-hot performance against Michigan, as the Hoosiers traveled to Lincoln to take on Nebraska. She familiarly started the game, making three straight baskets from long range to give the Hoosiers an early boost. “They had so much confidence in me that it would eventually go down,” Parrish said Jan.7. “A lot of

shooters just need to see one go in, and that will propel you in the next game.” Parrish was an important piece in Indiana’s historic run last season to its first Big Ten Championship in four decades, averaging 12 points per game and 5.4 rebounds per game from the guard position. An efficient shooter shooting at a 36.7% clip from beyond the arc, she was a perimeter threat for the Hoosiers to pair with forward Mackenzie Holmes’ paint scoring. She held her own defensively, averaging a team-high 1.6 steals per game. Heading into the 2023-24 season, Indiana expected Parrish to do more of the same: be a scoring threat from the three while providing good minutes on the defensive end. However, Parrish has struggled to find the same offensive success showcased last season. Parrish shot a combined 10-for-48 (20.8%) from long range in the team’s first 12 games. She struggled to find a rhythm from beyond the arc, resulting in her being held to single digit scoring in eight of those 12 games. Regardless, Parrish remained a valuable piece in a veteran Hoosiers starting lineup because of her willingness to rebound

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Senior guard Sydney Parrish (left) and sophomore guard Lexus Bargesser (right) converse on the bench against Michigan on Jan. 4, 2024, at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. Indiana defeated Nebraska 91-69 on Jan. 7.

and relentlessness on the defensive end. As Indiana entered Big Ten play, Parrish’s offensive impact was important

to keep an eye on for the Hoosiers’ attack. With the Jan. 13 showdown with No. 4 Iowa looming, the Hoosiers hoped to get

Parrish back into form as a shooter — and those hopes were answered. Parrish’s hot shooting has been key in the

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Indiana’s defense hits rock bottom in Rutgers loss By Matt Press mtpress@iu.edu | @mattpress23

Prior to the start of the season, Indiana men’s basketball head coach Mike Woodson said he needed improvement from his two senior captains: guards Xavier Johnson and Trey Galloway. Through 16 games, that backcourt pairing has drastically underwhelmed — and they hit a new low Jan.9 night in the Hoosiers’ 66-57 loss to Rutgers at Jersey Mike’s Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey. “When I look at the stat line, we were just awful,” Woodson said. “With the turnovers and the offensive rebounds, I’m surprised we were even that close.” Johnson was ejected in the second half due to a Flagrant 2 foul. To that point, he’d scored just 2 points in 23 minutes and turned the ball over a team-high five times. After a strong 18-point effort against Ohio State on Jan. 6, Johnson turned in his most inefficient outing of the year against the Scarlet Knights. For the sixth-year guard — who drew expectations of not only being the team’s most reliable and explosive playmaker, but a fervent leader, as well — Jan. 9 performance did little to squash the concerns surrounding his inconsistency and mistakeprone play.

Johnson’s turnovers frequently resulted from his wild and uncontrolled drives to the hoop that have been a staple of his play in an Indiana uniform. For the eldest member of the Hoosiers’ rotation, and someone Woodson called an “old man” before the season, those gaffes can’t continue if the Hoosiers hope to climb to the top of the conference table. After Johnson’s scoreless performance on the road against Nebraska on Jan. 3, Woodson didn’t shy away from criticism. He said Johnson’s 14 minutes against the Cornhuskers were “awful”. Following the loss to Rutgers, Woodson again didn’t mince words. “I expect our seniors… they got to help lead,” Woodson said. Games away from home arenas tend to be somewhat inauspicious for Big Ten teams, but Indiana experiences notable troubles on the Scarlet Knights’ court. Tuesday night’s loss marked the Hoosiers’ fifth consecutive defeat at Jersey Mike’s Arena, with their last win coming in the 2017-18 season. Like the Nebraska game, Indiana — and specifically Johnson — made myriad uncharacteristic mistakes against Rutgers. The Hoosiers shot 40% from the field, 27% from beyond the arc and turned the ball over a woeful 18 times Jan. 9, but

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it didn’t end there. On 15 attempts from the free throw line, the Hoosiers sank four of them. That 27% clip is the by far the worst of the season, with the next lowest mark coming at 55.6% against Maryland on Dec. 1. Like Johnson, Galloway was projected to improve as a scorer following an impressive 3-point shooting display last season. The Culver, Indiana, native missed all four of his triples Jan. 9 and tallied 8 points on 4-of-13 shooting. Galloway missed both of his free throw attempts, one of which barely grazed the rim, and chucked an airballed 3-point attempt, as well. For a team whose backcourt boasts as much experience as any other tandem in college basketball, the lack of production has been jarring to fans. “That’s all losing basketball,” Woodson said. “And I got to help fix it.” Multiple times Jan. 9, the Hoosiers went on scoring droughts of five minutes or more. The out of sync, clunky offense that scraped away early season wins against overmatched MICHAEL CLAYCAMP | IDS foes resurfaced against Senior guard Trey Galloway goes up for a layup against Ohio State on Jan. 6, 2024, at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. Galloway scored 8 points in the loss to Rutgers on Jan. 9. Rutgers in full. At home, the Hoosiers Jan. 9, Woodson’s group performances from leadership, as well. And have been able to find ways was outrebounded by 11, Johnson and Galloway, for a team Woodson said to win without star-studded with Johnson and Galloway the Hoosiers are left at the outset of the season individual performances. corralling just three with not only a lack of could be competing for Big Against Ohio State, Indiana combined boards. scoring potential from the Ten titles, that’s a startling was outrebounded by 21. Without consistent backcourt, but on-the-floor reality.

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Indiana’s bench fails to contribute in loss over Rutgers By Will Foley

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Trailing by double digits with 6:36 remaining in the game, Indiana senior forward Anthony Walker stared down sophomore forward Malik Reneau before zipping a pass his way — one Reneau didn’t see coming. Instead, Rutgers senior forward Mawot Mag read Walker like a book and stole the attempt for an easy dunk. Merely 22 seconds later, Walker faltered again with a double-dribble infraction. The series of plays epitomized the lack of contributions Indiana men’s basketball’s bench provided in its 66-57 loss at Rutgers on Jan. 9 in Piscataway, New Jersey. It was a night where the Hoosiers needed the second unit to come through. Sixthyear guard Xavier Johnson was ejected early in the second half, and Indiana’s starting unit struggled to find an offensive rhythm, but the bench wasn’t able to reap the results. Indiana substituted four

of its starters out of the game — with the exception of sophomore center Kel’el Ware — just under 10 minutes into the contest with an 18-11 lead. Aside from an early basket by freshman guard Gabe Cupps, the Hoosier bench failed to produce on either side of the ball. In the four-minute stretch Indiana featured one starting player, Rutgers outscored the Hoosiers 8-2. Indiana missed seven consecutive shots after Cupps’ make and endured a six-minute scoreless drought while committing three turnovers in that time. Indiana head coach Mike Woodson has displayed a similar substitution pattern in the first half throughout the season, and fans and the media continue to question as to whether the lineup of four bench players has proved effective. In Jan. 9 postgame conference, Woodson stuck to his game plan. “You can’t play everybody 40 minutes,” Woodson said. “I feel good about our bench, but I need them to give us more.”

Despite frequent substitutions in the second half — and the permanent replacement for Johnson with 13 minutes to go — the Hoosiers’ second unit was unable to fill Johnson’s void and couldn’t produce any spacing nor offensive flow. Sophomore guard CJ Gunn was the brightest spot from the bleak bench with two 3-pointers and two steals, his first triple helping Indiana with an early 7-0 run. Still, his second 3-pointer came in garbage time, and he shot 2-for-7 from the field. A big reason why Rutgers was able to dictate the pace and play style consistently Jan. 9 was because of its productive bench. The Scarlet Knights’ second unit doubled the Hoosiers’ bench with 16 points and — even when utilizing mass substitution patterns — always fielded a balance of players that could contribute to both sides, something Indiana’s second unit didn’t display. When facing the late double-digit deficit, Indiana was forced to rely on its worn-

out starters to attempt the comeback because of the lack of offensive personnel on the second unit. Indiana’s six players off the bench combined for a plusminus total of –38 in limited playing time as opposed to the starters totaling –7 with four starters playing more than 30 minutes. “I’ve elected to go to my bench this season, and I’ve gotten some good results,” Woodson said. “Tonight, they didn’t kill us, but they let them (Rutgers) back in the game.” Indiana’s second unit’s failure to pose a threat doesn’t just apply to Jan. 9 loss. Prior to the game, the Hoosiers ranked tied for 259th out of 351 teams in Division I with 17.6 bench points per game, a number which will now drop. Jan. 9 also proved the lack of production could be detrimental to Indiana’s hopes of contending in the Big Ten and vying for an NCAA Tournament bid. Facing the gauntlet of physical teams in the Big Ten with a schedule consisting of multiple games per week, fatigue may play

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Sophomore guard Kaleb Banks drives into the lane against Morehead State on Dec. 19, 2023, at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. Indiana fell 66-57 to Rutgers on Tuesday.

a factor as time wears on. If Indiana’s bench doesn’t show improvement, the Hoosiers’ successes could rely heavily on the starting unit’s play like they have so far.

Next up for Indiana is a matchup against Minnesota. The Hoosiers and Golden Gophers will face off at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 12 in Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

Head coach Bennekom signs contract extension through 2029 By Dalton James

jamesdm@iu.edu | @daltonmjames

Indiana women’s soccer head coach Erwin van Bennekom signed a contract extension through 2029, according to an IU women’s soccer’s post

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on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Jan. 5. Bennekom led the Hoosiers to a 12-4-4 record in 2023 after being just one year removed from a 3-77 showing in 2022. In his five seasons at the helm, Bennekom holds a 38-30-18

record while leading Indiana to three Big Ten Tournament appearances. Indiana’s season ended with a 0-2 loss to Saint Louis University in the first round of the NCAA Tournament — its first appearance in the tournament since 2013.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 9 - Pursue personal dreams. Expand talents, capacities and skills over two weeks, with the New Moon in your sign. Grow and develop. Shine your light.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is a 9 - Connect for shared support for big results. This New Moon phase benefits team efforts. Grow through friendships, social networks and community participation. Have fun together.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 7 - Insights, breakthroughs and revelations sparkle under the Capricorn New Moon. Dreams seem within reach. Enjoy a two-week creative, imaginative and organizational phase. Imagine the possibilities.

Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is a 9 - This New Moon illuminates professional opportunities. Develop interesting projects over the next two weeks. Pursue exciting possibilities. Your career, status and influence rise.

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Taurus (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 - Educational opportunities arise after tonight’s New Moon. The next two-week phase favors study, investigation and exploration. Consider new perspectives. Make connections, contributions and discoveries. Gemini (May 21-June 20) Today is a 9 - Find creative ways to grow your family savings. A lucrative and collaborative two-week phase dawns with this Capricorn New Moon. Launch valuable initiatives together.

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Junior goalkeeper Jamie Gerstenberg was named the Big Ten Goalkeeper of the Year in 2023, marking the first time a Hoosier has received the award. She was also named to the All-Big Ten First Team, notching 10 shutouts while holding

0.821 goals against average, setting the program’s alltime record for m o st care er s hutout s w it h 24. Graduate stud ent fo r ward Paig e Webb er joined Gerstenberg on the All-Big Ten First Team,

scoring 12 goals and dishing four assists to total 28 points during her final season in Bloomington. The Bennekom-led Hoosiers will look to notch back-to-back double digit win seasons when the 2024 season kicks off.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) Today is a 9 - You’re on the same wavelength with your sweetheart. Collaboration comes naturally over two weeks following the New Moon. Take your partnership to the next level.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is an 8 - Enjoy yourself. Stir up some romance. The New Moon begins a two-week family, fun and passion phase. Get creative. It’s all for love.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 9 - Profit through communications. Possibilities spark in conversation over this two-week New Moon phase. Creative projects flower. Express, share and connect. Write your story.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 9 - You’re energized and creative. This New Moon initiates two weeks of growing work, health and strength. Put your heart into your actions. Practice makes perfect.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is an 8 - Get creative. Realize domestic visions with upgrades over a two-week New Moon phase. Improve the beauty and functionality of your home. Nurture family.

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Publish your comic on this page. The IDS is accepting applications for student comic strips for the spring 2024 semester. Email five samples and a brief description of your idea to adviser@iu.edu. Submissions will be reviewed and selections will be made by the editor-in-chief.

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ACROSS How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, column and 3x3 grid contains the digits 1 through 9, without repeating a number in any one row, column or 3x3 grid.

Answer to previous puzzle

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Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is a 9 - Begin a lucrative New Moon phase. Discover fresh markets and rising prosperity. Strengthen financial foundations for growth. Rake in and preserve a healthy harvest.

1 Outlook alternative 6 Drum that may accompany a sitar 11 Little taste 14 "America's Got Talent" judge Klum 15 Like this answer 17 Texter's "Didn't need to hear that" 18 Forward-looking aesthetic of Janelle Monáe and "Black Panther" 20 Siamang or orangutan 21 Trivial complaint 22 Streetcar 23 Speak while flustered, say 25 Singer India.__ 27 Home of the Big 12's Cyclones 29 Military incursions 30 Part of the digestive system 34 Mega- times mega35 Passing comment? 36 "Illmatic" rapper 37 Job requirement for some visa holders 42 Dashboard prefix with meter 44 Repeat role for Keanu Reeves

45 Hair removal brand 48 Plant-based remedies, e.g. 53 Tell time? 54 Big suit? 55 Gets one's hands on 57 "Dig in, all!" 60 Tux rental occasion 62 "Anyone can see that" 63 Righteous Babe Records founder DiFranco 64 Post-workout nourishment, and a hint to what can be found in each set of circled letters 67 Start to bake? 68 Single hair 69 Took down 70 DOS pt. 71 Practice room fodder 72 Cider mill fixture

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9 Lane near Kent? 10 Aide, for short 11 Energizer Bunny's asset 12 Gets in the way of 13 Yacht spots 16 Dapper 19 River dividing Eurasia 24 Keep up 26 Far-too-memorable songs 28 Ophthalmologist's concern 31 Part of the Kra-Dai language family 32 Always, in verse 33 "Veep" actor Richardson 38 Molecule preceded by m-, r-, or t39 Kenan's "Good Burger 2" co-star 40 Apple or pear 41 Close of business? 42 Candy bar with an exclamation point 43 Pantheon group 46 Out of it 47 Censures 49 Checkout sounds 50 Use up 51 Put down 52 Tapped pic 53 Shows appreciation 56 Loses, as hair 58 Museo del Prado contents 59 Material for a suit 61 "Sticker shock" no. 65 Letter after sigma 66 Laugh syllable

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1 Accra's land 2 "I'll start!" 3 TV slot 4 Sworn statement? 5 Use gym weights 6 Japanese mat 7 Keen judgment 8 "So cold!"

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Nightlife events to watch for in January By Carolyn Marshall caremars@iu.edu

After a few weeks of celebrating the holiday season, the town of Bloomington and IU’s campus continue to have events open for college students and families alike. This month, the IU Cinema, The Bishop Bar and The Bluebird Nightclub are just a few venues that have lineups of various movie screenings and performances by talented musicians and skilled poets. At 7 p.m. Jan. 18, the IU Cinema will be doing a 3D screening of the “Titanic,” a class and well-known film which stars actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet. Tickets are $5 and can be found online. At the same location at 10 p.m. Jan. 19, the movie “Road House,” is showing. The film

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The Bishop Bar is pictured in September 2019. Glad Rags. Musicians, “Millaze” and “Moonnews” will perform on. Jan 12 at The Bishop Bar.

features Patrick Swayze as Dalton, a bouncer with a doctorate hired to clean up one of the rowdiest bars, “The Double Deuce.” Tickets are $5 and can be found online. Outside of the IU Cinema

film screenings, The Bishop Bar has musicians and poets set to perform for this month. At 9 p.m. Jan. 12, singer and songwriter “Millaze,” will fill the event space with alt pop music alongside the band

“Moonnews,” a post-punk band. Admission is $7, and the event is for those 21 and up. At the same location at 9 p.m. Jan. 19, The Bishop Bar will host the “Bloomington Poetry Slam,” where poets

will fill the night using words as self expression in hopes of winning the competition. Admission is $5, and the event is for those 18 and up. The next night at 9 p.m. Jan. 20, William Tyler & The Impossible Truth

will perform with Technicolor Band. The quartet strives to perform Tyler’s compositions to their fullest potential with various post-rock influences. Tickets are $20 and can be found online, and the event for those 18 and up. The Bluebird Nightclub also has a plethora of musical performers for January. At 9 p.m Jan. 13, musical performers “Six Foot Blonde,” will light up the stage for attendees with their indie pop tunes. Tickets are $10 and can be found online and the event is for those 21 and up. At the same location at 9 p.m. Jan. 27, there will be a “Bac 2 Mac - Fleetwood Mac Tribute.” Fleetwood Mac is a well-known rock band that became most popular in the ‘70s. Tickets are $15 and can be found online. The event is for those 21 and up.

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Second Baptist Church 321 N Rogers St 812-327-1467 sbcbloomington.org facebook.com/2ndbaptistbloomington youtube.com/@secondbaptist churchbloomington Rev. Dr. Bruce R. Rose - Pastor Tallie Schroeder - Secretary Sunday Service: 10 a.m., In house and on Facebook/YouTube Sunday School: 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Bible Study: Available In House and on Zoom Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, Noon Please come and worship with us. We are in training for reigning with Christ! Need a ride? Call our Church bus at 812-327-1467 before 8 a.m. on Sunday.

Lutheran - Missouri Synod

Episcopal (Anglican)

Society of Friends (Quaker)

Bahá'í Faith

University Lutheran Chuch and LCMS U Student Center

Canterbury Mission

Bloomington Friends Meeting

Bahá'í Association of IU

719 E. Seventh St. 812-822-1335 IUCanterbury.org facebook.com/ECMatIU Instagram & Twitter: @ECMatIU

3820 E. Moores Pike 812-336-4581 bloomingtonfriendsmeeting.org Facebook: Bloomington Friends Meeting

424 S. College Mall Rd. 812-331-1863 bloomingtoninbahais.org facebook.com/Baháí-Community-ofBloomington-Indiana-146343332130574 Instagram: @bloomingtonbahai

607 E. Seventh St 812-336-5387 indianalutheran.com facebook.com/ULutheranIU instagram.com/uluindiana Sunday: 9:15 a.m.: Sunday Bible Class 10:30 a.m.: Sunday Worship Wednesday: 6 p.m.: Free Student Meal 7 p.m.: Wednesday Evening Service 7:45 p.m.: College Bible Study Student Center open daily: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. We are the home of the LCMS campus ministry at Indiana. Our mission is to serve all college students with the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ. Located on Campus, we offer Christ-centered worship, Bible study and a community of friends gathered around God’s gifts of life, salvation and the forgiveness of sins through our Senior Jesus Christ.

Modern Buddhism KMC Bloomington 234 N. Morton St. 812-318-1236 meditationinbloomington.org Instagram, Facebook, MeetUp @kadampameditationcenterbloomington Weekly Meditation Classes: Mon., Wed., Fri.: 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Tuesday: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. All classes In-person, Sunday and Tuesday also offer live-stream. Retreats two Saturdays per month: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. See website for specifics. Amidst school pressures, financial struggles and tense relationship dynamics, we need to focus our attention in a beneficial way through meditation. KMC Bloomington’s meditation classes give practical, ancient advice so you can learn to connect daily life experiences with wisdom perspectives and maintain mental peace.

Sunday: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Mon., Wed., Thu.: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fri., Sat.: By Appointment Canterbury: Assertively open & affirming; unapologetically Christian, we proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ by promoting justice, equality, peace, love and striving to be the change God wants to see in our world. Ed Bird - Chaplain/Priest

Buddhist Gaden KhachoeShing Monastery 2150 E. Dolan Rd. 812-334-3456 ganden.org facebook.com/ganden.org Dedicated to preserving the Buddha’s teachings as transmitted through the Gelukpa lineage of Tibet, for the benefit of all beings. The lineage was founded by the great Master Je Tsonghkapa in the 15th century in Tibet.

Christian Science First Church of Christ, Scientist 2425 E. Third St. 812-332-0536 csmonitor.com bloomingtonchristianscience.com Sunday: 10 a.m. Wednesday: 7 p.m. A free public reading room in the east wing of our church is open weekdays from noon until 2 p.m. Here you may read the award-winning Christian Science Monitor and other church literature. An attendant is glad to answer questions.

Sunday (in person and by Zoom) : 9:45 a.m., Hymn singing 10:30 a.m., Meeting for Worship 10:45 a.m., Sunday School (Children join in worship from 10:30-10:45) 11:30 a.m., Light Refreshments and Fellowship 12:45 p.m., Often there is a second hour activity (see website) Wednesday (Via Zoom) : 9 a.m., Midweek Meeting for worship 9:30 a.m., Fellowship We practice traditional Quaker worship, gathering in silence with occasional Spirit-led vocal ministry by fellow worshipers. We are an inclusive community with a rich variety of beliefs and no prescribed creed. We are actively involved in peace action, social justice causes, and environmental concerns. Peter Burkholder - Clerk burkhold@indiana.edu

United Methodist Jubilee 219 E. Fourth St. 812-332-6396 jubileebloomington.org facebook.com/jubileebloomington Instagram: @jubileebloomington Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Classic Worship 11:45 a.m., Contemporary Worship Wednesday: 7:30 p.m., College & Young Adult Dinner Jubilee is a Christ-centered community open and affirming to all. We gather on Wednesdays at First United Methodist (219 E. 4th St.) for free food, honest discussion, worship, and hanging out. Small groups, service projects, events (bonfires, game nights, book clubs, etc.), outreach retreats, and leadership opportunities all play a significant role in our rhythm of doing life together. Markus Dickinson - jubilee@fumcb.org

Sunday: 10:40 a.m., Regular Services, Devotional Meetings. Please call or contact through our website for other meetings/activities The Bahá'í Association of IU works to share the Teachings and Principles of the Founder, Bahá'u'lláh, that promote the "Oneness of Mankind" and the Peace and Harmony of the Planet through advancing the "security, prosperity, wealth and tranquility of all peoples." Karen Pollock Dan Enslow

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Rose House LuMin & St. Thomas Lutheran Church 3800 E. Third St. 812-332-5252 Stlconline.org lcmiu.net Instagram: @hoosierlumin facebook.com/LCMIU facebook.com/StThomasBloomington Sunday: 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. @ St. Thomas Lutheran Church 3800 E. Third St. Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Devotions @ Rose House LuMin 314 S. Rose Ave. Rose House LuMin and St. Thomas Lutheran Church invite you to experience life together with us. We are an inclusive Christian community who values the faith, gifts, and ministry of all God’s people. We seek justice, serve our neighbors, and love boldly. Rev. Adrianne Meier Rev. Lecia Beck Rev. Amanda Ghaffarian - Campus Pastor

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Jacobs School of Music events to look for in the spring semester By Gino Diminich gdiminic@iu.edu

As the temperature drops, voices rise, orchestras crescendo and dancers leap across the stage at the Jacobs School of Music. With the new year beginning, those in the IU community can explore the many events the Jacobs School of Music has to offer. The first opera of the spring season will be “An American Dream” by Jack Perla, opening at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 2 at the Musical Arts Center. The opera follows two women living in the Pacific Northwest during World War II as they experience the struggles of being Japanese-American and Jewish during wartime. Tickets are available through the Jacobs School of Music website. For those interested in cinema, “Jacobs Live at the Movies” is returning for another thrilling feature film accompanied with live orchestration by Jacobs

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students at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16-17 at the Musical Arts Center. The film will be announced closer to the date. Past performances included classic films like “Jurassic Park” and “Back to the Future.” The event is ticketed and student tickets are available for $10 through the Jacobs School of Music website. The Jacobs School of Music Ballet Theater department will also be following up last year’s reimagined production of “The Nutcracker” with another reimagined classic ballet, “La Bayadere.” The new production entitled, “Star on the Rise: La Bayadere… Reimagined!” will have its world premiere at 7:30 p.m. on March 29 at the Musical Arts Center. Tickets are available online. Phil Chan, co-founder of Final Bow for Yellowface, and Doug Fullington, a dance historian, are working diligently with the Opera and Ballet Theater department to bring a

ballet steeped in caricature to a new audience. The new production removes the classical ballet from its original setting of India and places it in the Golden Age of Hollywood Film. A full list of operas gracing the Musical Arts Stage can be found on the Opera and Ballet Theater website along with ticket prices for each production. The first orchestra concert of the year will feature the Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by professor of music Jeffrey Meyer at 8 p.m. on Jan. 20 at the Musical Arts Center. The event is free and open to everyone, the concert will also be broadcast on IUMusicLIVE! A full list of upcoming orchestra performances and unique presentations by Jacobs School of Music faculty can be found on the Jacobs School of Music event calendar. Some events GINO DIMINICH | IDS may be ticketed but free of Jacobs School of Music Ballet Theater sophomore Ethan Houck and senior Zoe Gallagher are seen rehearsing charge; details can be found “Shibuya Blues” by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa for “Fall Ballet” on Sept. 19 in the Musical Arts Center. “Fall Ballet” on the event calendar. took place at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 6-7 and 2 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Musical Arts Center.

the IDS every Thursday for your directory of local religious services, or go online anytime at idsnews.com/religious For membership in the Indiana Daily Student Religious Directory, please contact ads@idsnews.com. Your deadline for next week’s Religious Directory is 5 p.m. Monday.

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 205 E. Kirkwood Ave. 812-332-4459 fccbloomington.org Sunday: 10 a.m. We are an inclusive community of people who are diverse in thought and unified in spirit. We are an LGBTQIA+ welcoming and affirming congregation known for our excellent music and commitment to justice. Our worship services will not only lift your spirit, but also engage your mind. You are welcome! Pastor Kyrmen Rea - Senior Pastor Pastor Sarah Lynne Gershon Student Associate Pastor Jan Harrington - Director of Music

Baptist Emmanuel Church 1503 W. That Rd. 812-824-2768 Emmanuelbloom.com Instagram & Facebook: @EmmanuelBloomington Sunday: 9:15 a.m., Fellowship Sunday: 10 a.m., Worship Groups: Various times Emmanuel is a multigenerational church of all types of people. Whether you are questioning faith or have followed Jesus for years, we exist to help fuel a passion for following Jesus as we gather together, grow in community, and go make disciples. John Winders - Lead Pastor

Second Baptist Church 321 N Rogers St 812-327-1467 sbcbloomington.org facebook.com/2ndbaptistbloomington youtube.com/@secondbaptist churchbloomington Sunday Service: 10 a.m., In house and on Facebook/YouTube Sunday School: 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Bible Study: Available In House and on Zoom Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, Noon Please come and worship with us. We are in training for reigning with Christ! Need a ride? Call our Church bus at 812-3271467 before 8 a.m. on Sunday Rev. Dr. Bruce R. Rose - Pastor Tallie Schroeder - Secretary

Evangel Presbytery Trinity Reformed Church 2401 S. Endwright Rd. 812-825-2684 trinityreformed.org facebook.com/trinitychurchbloom Email: lucas@trinityreformed.org Sunday: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m., Services Bible Study: 7 p.m. at the IMU We are a Protestant Reformed church on the west side of Bloomington with lively worship on Sunday mornings and regular lunches for students after church. We love the Bible, and we aim to love like Jesus. Please get in touch if you’d like a ride! Jody Killingsworth - Senior Pastor Lucas Weeks - College Pastor

Independent Baptist

Unitarian Universalist

Non-Denominational

Lifeway Baptist Church

Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington

Christ Community Church

7821 W. State Road 46 812-876-6072 lifewaybaptistchurch.org facebook.com/lifewayellettsville Sunday: 9 a.m., Bible Study Classes 10 a.m., Morning Service 5 p.m., Evening Service *Free transportation provided. Please call if you need a ride to church. Barnabas College Ministry: Meeting for Bible study throughout the month. Contact Rosh Dhanawade at bluhenrosh@gmail.com for more information.

2120 N. Fee Ln. 812-332-3695 uubloomington.org facebook.com/uubloomington

503 S. High St. 812-332-0502 cccbloomington.org facebook.com/christcommunitybtown Instagram: @christcommunitybtown

Sunday: 10:15 a.m.

Sunday: 9:15 a.m., Educational Hour 10:30 a.m., Worship Service

With open hearts and minds, we celebrate diverse beliefs and engage in a free and responsible search for truth and meaning. We are passionate about social justice and lifelong learning. We are an LGBTQA+ Welcoming Congregation. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, we welcome you!

We are a diverse community of Christ-followers, including many IU students, faculty and staff. Together we are committed to sharing the redeeming grace and transforming truth of Jesus Christ in this college town.

Rev. Constance Grant - Lead Minister Anabel Watson - Connections Coordinator

Bob Whitaker - Senior Pastor Adam deWeber - Worship Pastor Dan Waugh - Adult Ministry Pastor

Presbyterian Church (USA)

Unity Worldwide

Christian Student Fellowship

United Presbyterian Church

Unity of Bloomington

1701 E. Second St. 812-332-1850 upcbloomington.org

4001 S. Rogers St. 812-333-2484 unityofbloomington.org facebook@UnityofBloomington

1968 N. David Baker 812-332-8972 csfindiana.org Instagram & Facebook: @csfindiana

Steven VonBokern - Senior Pastor Rosh Dhanawade - IU Coordinator 302-561-0108 bluhenrosh@gmail.com

Sunday worship service: 10 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study: 6 p.m., in-person and via Zoom A diverse and inclusive people of God determined and committed to reflect an authentic presentation of the church universal. We cherish the authority of Scripture and the elemental Presbyterian confession that that God alone is Lord of the conscience.”

Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Unity is a positive, practical, progressive approach to Christianity based on the teachings of Jesus and the power of prayer. Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual’s right to choose a spiritual path. Our God is Love, Our Race is Human, Our Faith is Oneness.

Cheryl Montgomery - Reverend Benjamin Watkins, PhD - Music Director Allen Pease - Event Coordinator & Secretary

Doris Brinegar - Administrator Phyllis Wickliff - Music Director

Inter-Denominational

Mennonite Fellowship of Bloomington

Redeemer Community Church 111 S. Kimble Dr. 812-269-8975 redeemerbloomington.org facebook.com/RedeemerBtown Instagram & Twitter: @RedeemerBtown Sunday: 9 a.m., 11 a.m. Redeemer is a gospel-centered community on mission. Our vision is to see the gospel of Jesus Christ transform everything: our lives, our church, our city, and our world. We want to be instruments of gospel change in Bloomington and beyond. Chris Jones - Lead Pastor

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Bloomington Young Single Adult Branch 2411 E. Second St. To Contact: Send message from website maps.churchofjesuschrist.org/ wards/237973 Sunday: 12:30 p.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints has four congregations in Bloomington—Three family wards and our young single adult branch for college students. This info is for the YSA Branch. Weekday religious classes at 333 S Highland Ave, Bloomington IN 47401, next to campus. More info at churchofjesuschrist.org.

Mennonite

2420 E. Third St. 812-646-2441 bloomingtonmenno.org facebook.com/Mennonite-Fellowship-ofBloomington-131518650277524 Sunday: 5 p.m. A welcoming, inclusive congregation providing a place of healing and hope as we journey together in the Spirit of Christ. Gathering for worship Sundays 5 p.m. in the Roger Williams room, First United Church. As people of God's peace, we seek to embody the Kingdom of God. John Sauder - mfbjohn@gmail.com

United Church of Christ and American Baptist Churches-USA

First United Church 2420 E. Third St. 812-332-4439 firstuc.org facebook.com/firstuc Sunday: 10:30 a.m., Worship Monday: 10 a.m. via Zoom, Bible Study We are an Open, Welcoming, and Affirming community of love and acceptance dedicated to welcoming the diversity of God’s beloved. We exist to empower, challenge, and encourage one another to live out Jesus’ ways (compassion, truth, and justice) authentically as human beings in community to create a better world. Rev. Jessica Petersen-Mutai Senior Minister

Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Office Thursday: 8 p.m., Worship Service Christian Student Fellowship (CSF) is a ministry built on Jesus Christ. We exist to help students pursue authentic faith and build intentional communities while in college. Come check out our campus house and/or any of our other various ministry opportunities. Ben Geiger - Lead campus minister Joe Durnil - Associate campus minister Stephanie Michael - Associate campus minister Hailee Fox - Office manager

Church of Christ 825 W. Second St. 812-332-0501 facebook.com/w2coc Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Bible Study 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., Worship Wednesday: 7 p.m., Bible Study We use no book, but the Bible. We have no creed but His Word within its sacred pages. God is love and as such we wish to share this joy with you. The comprehensive teaching of God's Word can change you forever. John Myers - Preacher

City Church For All Nations 1200 N. Russell Rd. 812-336-5958 citychurchbloomington.org facebook.com/citychurchbtown Instagram: @citychurchbtown Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Always check website for possible changes to service times. City Church is a non-denominational multicultural, multigenerational church on Bloomington's east side. The Loft, our college ministry meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

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Runcible Spoon is located at 412 E. Sixth St. In Bloomington, restaurants have always been a great way to explore the community.

COLUMN: Take your parents to one of these 5 Bloomington restaurants.

It’s that time of year again: the start of the spring semester. IU students, old and new, are pulled back into another round of classes, clothes and textbooks. Of course, your parents have come with you to send you off for the semester; naturally, they want to eat with you and see where you live. You can’t eat at any random chain; you need to show them the best the town has to offer: an original Bloomington restaurant! Luckily, the IDS has got you covered with these five restaurants (in no particular order), which you can have in your back pocket for all your dining emergencies.

bustling crowd is a testament to its popularity. Their multiple rooms — each individually themed — give the pub the appearance of an Old English tavern and quickly fill up on game day. Their specials include quesadillas, stromboli, pizza and Italian beef – not to mention their famous Sink the Biz fries. Customers over 21 can indulge in a game of the same name, “Sink the Biz.” A large metal bucket is filled with beer and a shot glass, titled the “biz,” floats on top. Players compete to fill the glass without sinking it, each person pouring just a little more alcohol in. Should they sink it, they must down the entire shot of beer. Those not of age can simply enjoy the fries, which come in the same size metal bucket.

read the writing on the wall, literally. The walls of Mother Bear’s are littered with signatures, phrases and history dating back generations. College students from years past have left their mark, as will college students still to come, so dig into this tradition, as well as their famous pizza. Concoctions such as Dante’s Inferno, The Big Cheese and The West Side Story add a little bit of style to the deliciousness of the pizza. (Treasure of Monte Cristo and the Divine Swine are favorites in my family). However, Mother Bear’s welcomes customers who don’t find what they’re looking for to be bold and build their own perfect pizza by experimenting with various flavors.

Nick’s English Hut One of Bloomington’s most iconic locations, the

Mother Bear’s Pizza Mother Bear’s is Bloomington tradition

Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream Bub’s might look like a

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hole in the wall; however, it is anything but. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with pictures of risk takers who have successfully eaten “The Big Ugly,” an entire pound of cow meat cooked and placed on a bun for diners’ enjoyment. Each new customer is offered an opportunity to undertake the challenge and be immortalized on their wall of successful burger daredevils. Others may find the challenge of an Uno game to be more appealing, waiting at every table for you and your family and friends. You can eat AND play cards! What more could you want? And should you still not be satisfied, luscious shakes are waiting to guide you to dessert heaven. BuffaLouie’s If a restaurant doesn’t have a complete mural of IU legends staring at its

guests, can it even call itself a Bloomington restaurant? BuffaLouie’s certainly can. Its vast mural displays IU’s proud history through figures as varied as Hoagy Carmichael, Herman B. Wells and famous basketball coaches Branch McCracken and Bob Knight (with his iconic chair, of course), making it clear to sports fans exactly whose team they are on. Should there be any doubt, BuffaLouie’s vast wall of IU memorabilia and pennants proves its loyalty, daring any other team’s fan to cheer. Not only is BuffaLouie’s a proud IU supporter, but its large variety of wings and sauces is famous for tastiness. So grab a drink, grab some wings – or their especially scrumptious mac and cheese – and cheer as loudly as you can for the cream and crimson of old IU. The

ghosts of its past are backing you up. Runcible Spoon If IU graduates from 20 years ago are still recommending this place, you know it must be good and the food does not disappoint. Early-morning risers, brunch aficionados, lunch-is-breakfast serial alarm clock rejects and dinner crowds all find their new swear-by dishes at this restaurant built into a house. Not only does Runcible Spoon provide excellent food, but its atmosphere is not to be beaten. Its eclectic collection of mementos, posters and old books lining every leftover corner allows diners to bask in the homey atmosphere while speculating on each object’s origin story. It is impossible to decipher each object in one visit, inevitably leading to a return.

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