August 31, 2023

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By Gino Diminich Gdiminic@iu.edu | @gino.diminich2

As the weeklong heat wave hitting Bloomington finally broke, people turned out in full force to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at Bloomington PRIDE’s tenth annual Pridefest.

The event took place from 2 to 11 p.m. on August 26 all along Kirkwood Avenue. Kirkwood Avenue was decorated with pride flags and rainbow decorations with patrons having the opportunity to walk around and enjoy the various local vendors.

Some booths sold pride related merchandise as well as artwork and goods made by those in the LGBTQ+ community, while others raised awareness about policies and healthcare surrounding the LGBTQ+ community.

One such booth, Free Mom Hugs, handed out love and acceptance in the form of hugs and words of affirmation from volunteers. A volunteer with the organization, Jamie Pittman, saw it as a chance to give others the support she didn’t receive when she was younger.

still receive love from even strangers.”

By the Graduate Hotel, the mainstage was consistently occupied with performances by the Quarryland Men’s Chorus, a story hour with drag queen Peacock the Phoenix and an engaging performance for children by local musician Kid Kazooey.

The first of three drag performances started at 4 p.m. with the initial performance featuring Jizzelle Vontrell, Santana Sword, Pat Yo Weave and others. The evening show at 7 p.m. featured Oliver Closeoff, Mocha Debaute, Beelzebabe and more.

The final show of the evening at 9 p.m. featured Jasmine Kennedie from RuPaul’s Drag Race and other performers with a set by DJ MADDØG taking place at 8 p.m.

Closeoff, a producer of the all-trans and non-binary drag show, Beyond the Binary, said he found Pridefest to be a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community in part due to its location in the state of Indiana.

“Bloomington’s in the middle of f—king nowhere,” Closeoff said. “They have a very niche pride that kind of pushes the limits a lot of times and it’s true queer liberation.”

SAMANTHA SMITH | IDS Carla Jackson is photographed Aug. 26, 2023, at PrideFest on Kirkwood Avenue. Jackson wore several pride bracelets, rainbow earrings, and pins in support of the LGBTQIA+ community. SAMANTHA SMITH | IDS Quarryland Men's Chorus is seen performing at the Bloomington Pridefest on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, on Kirkwood Avenue. The group is a local singing group made up of gay, bisexual and allied men from the community.

SAMANTHA SMITH | IDS Pat Yo Weave, the welcoming guest of the performance portion of the Bloomington Pridefest is seen Aug. 26, 2023, on Kirkwood Avenue. The event held many performances throughout the day including multiple drag shows.

“We’re showing teens, adults, anyone who needs it that they’re seen,” Pittman said. “And that they can

MEN'S

SOCCER

By Jovanni Salazar Jsalaza@iu.edu | @Jio_duz_it

Indiana men’s soccer defeated DePaul University

2-0 Aug. 29 following important performances from the backline and wingers.

Defensive stability

Indiana’s backline was a big reason it was able to comfortably win this game. Its ability to maintain a high line and not concede chances or goals was critical in Indiana’s win against DePaul University.

Senior defender Hugo Bacharach played a large role in keeping the Hoosiers steady defensively. Bacharach’s experience and instincts were seen heavily throughout the match, as he consistently cut off DePaul’s pass attempts.

Bacharach and senior defender Joey Maher kept the Hoosier net clean

throughout the night and limited the Blue Demons to one shot on target in the

In a time where almost 494 anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been introduced in state legislatures according the American Civil Liberties Union, Closeoff saw Pridefest as a chance to remind the community of its LGBTQ+ members and their humanity.

ENGEL

ticeable understanding between them.

“The partnership between those two is quickly forming,” Yeagley said.

Bacharach’s ball playing abilities were also on display in the win, as he consistently made progressive passes and carries under pressure.

Bacharach even found himself in DePaul’s box a couple of times after successfully carrying the ball through the lines.

“Hugo has some special skillsets,” Yeagley said. “He can surge forward, you saw him get in the final third and he has really good feet. Very rare player for that size with agility with the ball, and that’s why he’ll translate to the next level."

match. Head coach Todd Yeagley mentioned that the two center backs have a no-

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Bloomington Faculty Council discusses affirmative action, strategic plan

tion process.

By Madelyn Hanes mrhanes@iu.edu

The Bloomington Faculty Council met Tuesday in Presidents Hall to discuss the Supreme Court of the United States’ recent ruling on affir-

mative action, new demands being made by faculty members and IU’s new classes registration plan.

In June, SCOTUS issued a decision limiting colleges and universities’ consideration of race and ethnicity in

the admissions process.

David Johnson, vice provost for enrollment management, said in the BFC meeting that the IU General Counsel collectively made the decision to remove race from the admissions applica-

According to Johnson, the individual applications will allow applicants to voluntarily add their race for reporting purposes, but an application reviewer cannot see the race reported. Johnson also em-

phasized that SCOTUS did not specifically limit using race for scholarships, financial aid and recruiting, so race will still be considered in these cases.

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3 Little 500 cyclists hit by cars Aug. 21-23

Three Little 500 cyclists have been hit by cars in three separate crashes this week causing nonlife-threatening injuries to bikers on the Greek teams Beta Sigma Psi, Phi Mu and Phi Kappa Psi. All three crashes occurred in a span of just three days. SEE BIKE CRASHES PAGE 4 IDS FILE PHOTO BY EMILY ISAACMAN Cyclists ride from Bloomington Community Bike Project to Upland Brewing Co. May 24, 2019. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission is in the midst of a project to add traffic calming devices like speed humps, curb bumpouts and speed cushions to Hawthorne and Weatherstone streets. AUDREY

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ACLU sues Indiana Department of Corrections

By Ruth Cronin rmcronin@iu.edu | @RuthCronin6

The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana filed a lawsuit Monday challenging an Indiana law banning gender-affirming sexual reassignment surgeries for anyone imprisoned in Indiana, after the state’s correctional agency denied a procedure for an incarcerated transgender woman.

Department of Corrections denied the surgery based on House Bill 1569, which took effect July 1. The law bans the spending of state or federal dollars on sexual reassignment surgery for those imprisoned in Indiana.

“The DOC cannot deny necessary treatment to incarcerated people simply on the basis that they are transgender,” said ACLU of Indiana Legal Director Ken Falk in a statement. “To do so is a form of discrimination.”

The ACLU of Indiana filed the lawsuit after a transgender female prisoner, Autumn Cordellioné, who is imprisoned in the all-male Branchville Correctional Facility, was denied surgery.

Cordellioné was diagnosed with gender dysphoria in 2020 and prescribed a female hormone and testosterone blocker. The prison allowed her to wear bras, underwear, makeup and form-fitting clothing,

but not to have gender-affirming surgery, according to court documents.

“Her gender dysphoria and the continuing debilitating symptoms that she suffers because of it represents a serious medical

need that must be treated,” lawyers wrote in the lawsuit.

Cordellioné has asked a judge to issue an injunction so she will be able to have the operation. The ACLU of Indiana

lawsuit against the DOC claims that this law is in violation of the Eighth Amendment by denying necessary surgical care to a transgender prisoner based on their status as a transgender person.

Indiana does provide mental health services such as routine interventions, crisis management, addiction recovery services and special needs services, according to the IDOC.

Indiana also passed

Senate Bill 480 that bans a physician or practitioner from knowingly providing any gender transition procedures to a minor or aiding another physician in providing gender transition procedures to a minor.

Mayor presents 2024 budget proposal

By Colin Cunningham cunnicol@iu.edu | @colincunningham

Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton discussed his administration’s 2024 budget proposal and plans to continue city collaborations and invest in employees in a meeting Aug. 28.

The proposed budget is around $131.2 million — excluding transit and utilities — which represents a 1.4% increase from the year prior. The increase reflects a 4% increase in property tax revenue and a 3.75% increase in local income tax revenue. The combined operating budget of around $229 million includes transit and utilities.

Hamilton said the themes of the budget are investing in employees, public safety and committing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Community Revitalization Enhancement District (CRED) funds. The ARPA is a U.S. federal law aimed at providing extensive economic relief and support in response

to the COVID-19 pandemic. Bloomington’s two CRED districts allow the city to gain sales and income tax dollars generated by new business investment within the area and to use the funds for economic development within the district.

The budget would provide a $500 bonus to most city employees. Many city employees would also see a 5% pay increase as a cost-of-living adjustment in 2024, should the budget pass. Additionally, the city plans to open an employee health clinic by the end of the year.

Hamilton said the city can add nonsworn public safety employees like social workers and community service specialists while still hiring sworn employees like armed law enforcement.

Hamilton said the budget emphasizes public safety through programs contained in the budget. He said a 911 review committee looked at how the city responds to emergency calls and provid-

ed several recommendations. One of these recommendations is a pilot program for responding to some 911 calls with non-sworn officers. Hamilton said welfare checks exemplify the kind of calls that would receive responses from non-sworn public safety employees.

Should the budget pass, Centerstone would also see additional support of $486,000 which is associated with the Brighten B-Town program. Centerstone’s Bloomington location offers addiction and psychiatric treatment, children and family counseling, crisis and urgent care and housing services.

Around $20 million of ARPA and CRED funds are proposed to be used in five areas: diversity, equity and inclusion programs, infrastructure, affordable housing, workforce support and public health. The funds would also allocate $1 million to an economic equity fund to support low-income residents.

BuffaLouie’s announces expansion to Carmel

By Caroline Geib cegeib@iu.edu | @carolineegeib

Hamilton concluded the meeting reflecting on his administration’s past budget proposals.

“From the beginning, we had a huge focus on affordable housing, major investments in public safety and major investments in infrastructure and equipment,” Hamilton said. “I'm really pleased with the things we've done and give Controller Underwood credit too to help us make sure we are investing in the basics and advancing these fundamentals,” he said.

The first department budget hearing took place Aug. 28. Departmental budget hearings will continue Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at City Hall's Council Chambers. The hearings will start at 5:30 p.m. each day and there will be time for questions and comments from council members and the public. The final budget proposal will be presented to the city council on Sept. 27, and the adoption vote will take place Oct. 11.

Bloomington favorite BuffaLouie’s, located on Indiana Avenue, announced its expansion to Carmel in a Facebook post Aug. 2.

“We are spreading our wings!” the Facebook post annoucing the expansion said.

The restaurant, named one of USA Today’s top 10 wing joints, will be located at 43 W. St., the former home of South Bend Chocolate Co.

The Carmel owners include former IU basketball player Yogi Ferrell and a former IU student and employee at Buffalouie’s. The general manager of the new location is currently training at the Bloomington location.

“I spent a lot of time in Carmel in the last 90 days and that is the perfect community,” Ed Schwartzman, owner of BuffaLouie’s at the Gables and Gable’s Bagels, said. “I am so excited for the potential there and I don’t think we could have picked a better location.”

According to BuffaLouie’s website, Indiana University student Jay Lieser opened BuffaLouie’s in 1987 with his grandfather Louie Lieser. In 2010, Ed and Jamie Schwartzman took over the business.

Since 2010, Schwartzman said he has been courted many times to open a second location in towns such as Evansville, Terre Haute and Nashville. He said the issue is that he and his wife cannot be the ones to run a second location.

“We need owners just like we’re the owners, with the same stake in the community that we have,” Schwartzman said.

Schwartzman said the menu will be exactly the same at the new location, but layout and other details like decorations are not yet finalized.

“There will IU memorabilia for sure. There might be a little Butler, there might be a little – heaven forbid – Purdue, but it will be predominantly IU for sure,” Schwartzman said. The new location is expected to open before the end of this year.

COLIN CUNNINGHAM | IDS

Mayor John Hamilton discusses his administration’s 2024 budget proposal with reporters in a conference room located in City Hall Monday. The budget increase reflects an increase in property and income tax revenue.

BRIANA PACE | IDS

BuffaLouies is photographed on Aug. 28, on Indiana Avenue.

BuffaLouies has been a Bloomington tradition since the 1800s and is now expanding to Carmel, Indiana.

Sarah Newton stands with a trans pride flag during a rally to protest the passing of Senate Bill 150 on March 29, 2023 at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky. The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana filed a lawsuit Monday challenging an Indiana law banning gender-affirming sexual reassignment surgeries for anyone imprisoned in Indiana after the state’s correctional agency denied a procedure for an incarcerated transgender woman.

Martinsville appeals transgender bathroom decision

By Haley Ryan haryan@iu.edu | @haley_ryan

Indiana Attorney General

Todd Rokita expressed his support for the Metropolitan School District of Martinsville and their decision to appeal a U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit decision – which would allow a male transgender student to access the boys' bathroom at school – in a press release

Aug. 24

“Nothing in the U.S. Constitution, Title IX or any other federal law requires schools to have coed bathrooms, locker rooms and showers,” Rokita said in the press release.

He also said that these coed facilities pose a direct threat to children’s health, privacy, safety and security.

Rokita also encouraged leaders in the Vigo County School Corporation, whose case was consolidated on appeal with the case against the Metropolitain School District of Martinsville, to follow the district and appeal the decision.

In the case against the Vigo County School Corporation, plaintiffs B.E and S.E. are 15-year-old twin high school students who, along with being diagnosed with gender dysphoria, have a condition that impacts the functioning of their colons. This condition requires them to take laxatives which makes bathroom access a particularly sensitive issue, according to the court document.

A.C, the 13-year-old middle school student in the Metropolitain School District of Martinsville case, and B.E and S.E, sued their respective school districts and principals. A.C. sued in December of 2021 and B.E. and S.E. sued in November of 2021.

According to the court’s decision, the students alleged the school districts violated Title IX and the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment.

In the case Whitaker v Kenosha Unified School District No. 1 Board of Education, which the district courts based their decision on, the Seventh Circuit was guided by the decision in the case, Price Waterhouse v. Hopkins according to the court document. Price held that discrimination based on sexstereotyping violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1946. The court, according to the document, reasoned that a policy requiring an individual to use a bathroom that does not conform with their gender-identity punishes them for gender-nonconformance, thus violating Title IX.

Regarding the 14th Amendment violation in the Whitaker case, the court used intermediate scrutiny on the school district’s bathroom policy because it was based on sex classification.

Because of this, the court required the school to provide

Aug. 17 rape reported at Foster Hall

By Luke Price lwprice@iu.edu

Editor’s Note: This story includes mention of sexual violence.

The Indiana University Police Department received a report Sunday of a rape which allegedly occurred Aug. 17 in Foster Hall.

IUPD Deputy Chief Shannon Bunger said in an email the rape was reported through EthicsPoint, a system that allows anonymous reports of misconduct or violations of university policy. The reporting person remained anonymous but listed the suspect’s name.

Bunger said the suspect is an IU student and is known by the reporting person. The case has been referred to officials in the Office of Student Conduct.

A list of resources is available here if you or someone you know has experienced sexual harassment or abuse.

exceedingly persuasive justification for their policy.

The school justified their policy by saying they needed to protect student privacy rights according to the court document. The court found this reasoning unconvincing because, according to the document, there was no evidence that the student, A.C, was less discreet while using the bathroom than other students or that the bathroom stall doors didn’t provide adequate privacy.

The students also requested preliminary injunctions that would order the schools to give them access to the boys' restrooms and for the Vigo County students, access to the boys’ locker rooms when changing for gym class.

The Metropolitain School District of Martinsville, according to the decision, has an unofficial policy for handling gender-affirming bathroom access for high schoolers. The district evaluates each request for bathroom-access based on a list of factors including how long a student has identified as transgender, if the student is under a physician’s care,

if the student has been diagnosed with gender dysphoria.

A.C tried to show the district that he qualified for accommodation based on these factors, but the district said the policy couldn’t be implemented in the district’s middle schools.

Vigo County has an official policy regarding transgender students’ access to bathrooms. The official policy accommodates transgender students based on a variety of factors including age, gender marker on the birth certificate, the duration of social transition and if the students name and pronoun change request is on file with the school corporation.

Terre Haute North Vigo High School, where the students attend, also insisted that surgical change was required before a transgender student could use gender affirming bathrooms. This requirement, according to the court, leaves most of their policy null as Indiana bans such surgeries for patients under the age of 18 and as some transgender people choose not to have surgery due to the risks and costs.

Gender affirming surgery, according to the Human Rights Campaign, includes a variety of procedures such as plastic surgery to make the face more typically masculine or feminine, “top surgery” to make changes to the chest or torso or “bottom surgery” to make changes to the genitals.

According to the Human Rights Campaign, transgender and non-binary people typically do not have genderaffirming surgeries before the age of 18. In rare cases, 16- or 17-year-olds have received gender affirming surgeries. The surgeries were done to reduce the impacts of significant gender dysphoria and are limited to clinically necessary cases after talking with parents and doctors.

Troy Castor, a representative from Riley Hospital for Children and senior vice president of governmental affairs at IU Health, said the hospital does not perform gender transition surgeries on anyone under 18-yearsold in a committee hearing for Senate Enrolled Act 480.

In both cases, the district courts granted the prelimi-

nary injunctions based on the Seventh Circuit’s ruling in Whitaker v Kenosha Unified School District No. 1 Board of Education. In this case, the court affirmed the district court’s order stating that litigation concerning transgender rights is happening across the country and they assume the Supreme Court will step in at some point with more guidance.

“Until then, we will stay the course and follow Whitaker,” Circuit Judge Diane Wood wrote in the decision. “That is just what the district courts did, in crafting narrowly tailored and factbound injunctions.”

Rokita also mentioned the Supreme Court in his press release, stating that the Supreme Court should resolve the dispute over coed bathrooms once and for all.

Both Rokita and the Seventh Circuit also acknowledged the varying U.S. Court of Appeals circuit courts opinions.

The Seventh Circuit said there is a split between decisions from different circuit courts. The Fourth Circuit decided that denying ac-

cess to gender-affirming bathrooms can violate Title IX and the equal protection clause while the Eleventh Circuit did not find any violations.

“Fortunately, at least one other U.S. Court of Appeals has reached a different conclusion and affirmed schools’ right to maintain separate boys’ and girls’ bathrooms, regardless of gender identity,” Rokita said in the release.

The Board of Education of the Metropolitain School District of Martinsville authorized Bose McKinney & Evans LLP, a law firm, and any recommended firm to take action to appeal the Seventh Circuit’s decision. The authorization would allow the firms to act to preserve the school board's autonomy to make decisions and reverse the Seventh Circuit’s decision in a resolution on Aug. 17.

Rokita said that as legal actions proceed, he and his office will continue to work on the sides of Indiana families and school officials by advocating for single-sex bathrooms to protect children.

Policy prohibiting tents, other structures now in effect

By Mia Hilkowitz mhilkowi@iu.edu | @MiaHilkowitz

A new policy prohibiting tents and other enclosed structures in Bloomington public parks during the daytime hours went into effect Wednesday. The rule’s enforcement comes a week after the Bloomington Board of Park Commissioners unanimously passed the policy during a meeting Aug. 16. At the meeting, Paula McDevitt, Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, said that camping structures and makeshift enclosures prohibit the public use and enjoyment of parks.

“These camping structures and makeshift enclosures have become a serious public health risk and safety issue due to vandalism, illegal activity, the accumulation of abandoned property and garbage,” McDevitt said at the meeting.

McDevitt said the policy is not intended to prohibit structures that have been authorized by the Parks and Recreation Department’s special use permits or structures associated with park events, programs and tournaments. Instead, McDevitt said the policy prohibits shade structures located in areas where the activity beneath the structure is fully or partially obstructed from view. The policy also prohibits materials being placed around the structure that can obstruct views.

Tim Street, city of Bloomington Operations and Development Director, said in a presentation to the board that Switchyard Park and Seminary Park reported high levels of security incidents. According to data included in his presentation, Switchyard Park reported approximately 500 incidents from August 2022 to July 2023, while Seminary Park reported slightly more than 400 incidents during the same time period. Many of these incidents were

categorized as needed main-

tence, substance abuse, property damage or vandalism, unsafe conditions and spill messes.

There were less reports of noise disturbances, theft, encampments, suspicious activity, needles, domestic disturbances, abandoned vehicles and trespassing, according to the presentation. Other Bloomington parks included in the presentation reported significantly less incidents. B-Line reported 200 incidents, the third largest num-

ber of security incidents. Kyle Halvorsen, who works with unhoused individuals in his role with the Indiana Recovery Alliance, opposed the policy at the meeting during public comment.

“These are human beings — they are part of this community whether you like it or not,” Halvorsen said. “We have a giant population of unhoused community and there are so little resources for them.” Bloomington

can en-

force rules established by the Board of Park Commissioners under Indiana Code 36-10-49. Enforcement of the policy may include removing tents or makeshift enclosed structures, which will be collected and stored by the Parks and Recreation Department for at least 30 days, according to meeting documents. The Parks and Recreation Department may also temporarily suspend individuals who violate the policy from entering any park facility.

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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita speaks to supporters Nov. 16, 2021, at the Indiana Statehouse. The Martinsville school district is appealing a decision giving transgender boys access to the boys’ bathrooms.

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Tents and other shelters are erected onDec. 8, 2022, at Seminary Square Park at 100 W. Second St. A new rule prohibiting tents and other enclosed structures in Bloomington public parks during the daytime went into effect Wednesday.

“The narrative about queer people that is coming from non-queer people who aren’t in our spaces is very different from what we are,” Closeoff said. “There’s not going to be any liberation if we aren’t fighting for it. As much as it’s a party for us, it’s also a talking point for people that don’t want us around.”

On Aug. 21 Beta Sigma Psi rider, sophomore Conor Furlong, was hit by a car on 2nd and High Street just after 2 p.m. Furlong received several broken fingers and a contusion in his quad but is otherwise doing well, according to IU senior and Beta Sigma Psi bike captain Michael Dubois. “He’ll be back soon, I just told him to take his time to recover mentally and physically, there is no need to rush back,” Dubois said. “At the end of the day, we train for a charity bike race, so we don’t want anything bad to happen.”

Furlong created a Go Fund Me page to raise money for a new bike. According to the page, Furlong broke both of his hands, as well as his new bike. As of Friday night, the page had raised more than $1,000.

Members and supporters of the LGBTQ+ community wore colorful outfits — with a healthy dose of glitter — as they posed for pictures, interacted with vendors and celebrated all the community had to offer.

Many families with children were present at Pridefest, including Andrew Tibbs and his family who have been coming down from Martinsville for four years to enjoy the festivities.

Tibbs recalled his first experience at Pridefest as an eye-opening one when he saw people being their most authentic self and receiving nothing but love and support as a result.

“People were able to dress how they wanted, act how they wanted, do what they wanted and be supported,” Tibbs said. “Everyone was so happy.”

He said he wanted to show his kids an environment that was truly accepting of everyone.

“The next generation, our kids, we’re influencing the ideas and feelings they have and we want to expose them to a group of people where it’s all about love,” Tibbs said. “Then as they grow up, they’ll hold onto it and appreciate others.”

“It took me a lot of hard work to buy my last bike and it sucks that I lost it,” the page reads. “It has been hard to deal with mentally and hope I can get back out there on a clean slate.”

The second crash took place on Aug. 22 on North David Baker Avenue, injuring a sophomore Phi Mu rider. The vehicle involved left the scene before the officers arrived. The driver was later located and admitted to leaving the scene, according to IUPD. The driver faces a charge of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in serious bodily injury. The Monroe County Prosecutor's Office will handle the case.

Phi Mu bike team captain, IU senior Aysa Streeval, said she does not feel safe biking on campus and tries to avoid riding in busy areas. However, she said this isn’t possible for riders living in Greek houses.

“I want to, on behalf of our team, extend that we’re sad that this happened to two other teams,” Streeval said. “It really sucks for everyone involved. Drivers and pedestrians need to be way more aware of each other.”

IUPD responded to a third crash at 4:15 p.m. on Aug. 23 on Law Lane. The driver traveling east on Law Lane struck Phi Kappa Psi rider and sophomore Hunter Jones, who was biking in the opposite direction. The driver stated they did not see Jones until they made the turn, according to IUPD.

Jones was left with three cracked ribs, a pneumothorax (a hole in his lung), a chipped tooth, eight stitches in his elbow and a concussion.

Phi Kappa Psi bike team captain, senior Kaleb Cooper, said Jones should be cleared to ride again in a week or two, but the team won’t be putting any pressure on him to do so until he is ready.

“I want everyone to be extra cautious when they’re driving around campus,” Cooper said. “I know it’s easy to zone out or be changing your music, but try not to be distracted while driving. Try to be careful because there are a lot of pedestrians and riders so it can be dangerous and scary.”

IUPD officer Hannah Skibba said students will see an increase in officers on campus stopping both cars and cyclists who aren’t properly following traffic laws to give warnings. Skibba said they are focusing on education for drivers and riders rather than issuing tickets.

“Ultimately we need students to step up and really voice their concerns on that kind of stuff because that’s how we’re going to make changes moving forward,” Skibba said.

Little 500 Race Director Emily Carrico sent a message over email to the Little 500 community encouraging all teams and their nonLittle 500 communities to have discussions on how everyone can make the IU campus safer for all forms of transportation.

Refer to this IU Today article to for more tips on traveling safely on campus.

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Wing play

Freshman forward Collins Oduro and junior forward Sam Sarver created many chances from the wide areas throughout the game.

The Hoosiers’ first goal came from a cross from Sarver which Oduro then headed in at the back post. Sarver dribbled past his man and was able to float a precise cross onto Oduro, who got it past the Blue Demons’ junior goalkeeper Gandhi Cruz, who made seven saves in the match.

The Hoosiers created many chances from wide areas with no success before the goal and frustration seemed to mount, but Sarver knew a goal was imminent.

“We were all very positive at halftime; we knew one was coming,” Sarver said. “I told the team ‘When I get the ball, someone just stay back post. I’ll beat the defender you just got to tap it in.’”

Sarver assisted Oduro for Indiana’s first goal against the University of Notre Dame, and history repeated itself Tuesday night.

“I love that kid,” Sarver said. “I joked with him before the game saying I’d get him another assist today and that he would just have to finish it."

Oduro finished that chance, marking two goals in two games to start his college career as a Hoosier.

Heading the ball is a skill that not all players possess, but head coach Todd Yeagley said he has been impressed by Oduro’s heading ability this early in his career.

“When we see him in training, he’s one of the better freshmen I’ve coached with his heading ability for a guy that size,” Yeagley said. “We have a lot of young talent that come in and struggle with their heading.” Indiana will continue its homestand Sept. 1 when it faces off against the University of Washington.

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David Daleke, dean of the IU graduate school, said that questions about race and ethnicity will also be removed from graduate school applications. Daleke also said that they are encouraging application reviewers to keep a record of the reasons why they admit an applicant.

IU Vice President of the General Counsel Anthony Prather, said that he, Johnson and Daleke established the “Race and Admissions Inventory and Planning Project” in January 2023 to prepare IU for the possible outcomes of the SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action.

Prather said the project inventories race conscious policies, practices and procedures, potentially effective programs and public information considering race across all of IU campuses. This includes inventories of programs related to admissions, financial aid scholarships, fellowship, support and pathway programs and recruitment.

Prather also said that legacy status or donor affiliation can still be considered in the application process preference.

Later in the meeting, the BFC discussed faculty concern about the increasing demands of their job.

Newly elected BFC President Colin Johnson said he shared the faculty’s new demands with the IU Board of Trustees at their Aug. 25 meeting. He said he spoke to the trustees about the increasing demands on faculty members’ time due to the growth and complexity of the IU.

Johnson asked that faculty members be freed of these demands and allowed to stick to teaching and their research.

Johnson also asked that faculty receive assuranc-

es that the stability of the institution is safe.

During the meeting, IU Provost and Executive Vice President Rahul Shrivastav also announced that there will be a change in the registration process for summer classes this upcoming semester. He said students will now need to register for summer classes at the same time they register for the fall classes for the next academic year.

Previously these were two separate dates. He said that he hopes this change will increase the summer enrollment, four-year graduating rates and time to complete a degree.

The BFC consists of 72 members: 59 elected members, six senior administrators, one ROTC representative, two staff representatives, three graduate students and two undergraduate students. The BFC is responsible for policy making and establishing faculty jurisdiction on campus.

The BFC currently has 16 standing committees and five elected committees. The standing committees oversee subjects from education policies to long-range planning. The elected committees include the Athletics Committee, Faculty Board of Review, Faculty Mediation Committee, Faculty Misconduct Review Committee and the Student Academic Appointee Board of Review.

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JARED’S JOURNAL

Hands off my useless degree!

Jared Quigg (he/him)

is a senior studying journalism and political science.

The Urban Dictionary entry for “Gender Studies” is a cesspool of misogyny. There are several definitions for the term, each more sexist than the last, but there’s one of particular interest. “A useless degree that has absolutely 0 job prospects,” it begins. “The most effective way to have a negative net worth for the rest of your life.”

Gender studies is often a go-to punching bag for conservatives, the epitome of what they call “useless degrees.” As of late, it and other so-called useless degrees have been pointed to as a reason why the Biden administration shouldn’t cancel any student debt.

The argument goes something like this: if a student wastes four years studying something that doesn’t matter and won’t lead to a six-figure salary, then that student should be forced to pay back mountains of student loan debt. If you’re curious about whether your degree is also worthless, Business Insider made a list of “12 majors that are unlikely to get you a good return on investment.” And because human worth is measured by how much is in your bank account, human worthlessness can be

determined by the diploma on your wall. If that diploma says English, film, music or philosophy, I have bad news.

Most useless degrees can generally be umbrellaed under “Humanities,” although there are others (sorry, fellow IDSers: journalism is also a useless degree – The Daily Beast said it was in fact the most useless back in 2011).

Useful degrees are usually in STEM fields or in things like finance. If you’re studying biomedical engineering or computer science, you’ll probably find a cushy job somewhere after graduation.

Now, we certainly need people who know how to multiply and divide. I don’t dispute it, and I know we can’t rely on journalists for that. But after a long day of contemplating the perplexities of y = mx + b, imagine driving home from the office in a world without uselessness. No Taylor Swift to sing along to on the radio. No television shows on demand. No art on the walls, no literature on the shelves and no philosophy in the head.

Oscar Wilde closes the preface of his novel, “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” with the words, “All art is quite useless.” He meant this as the highest praise. Without art, life on earth could technically continue, but it’s inconceivable that such a life would be worth living.

Art, music, literature and philosophy – these things give life joy and meaning. Pursuing them is an end in itself. There’s nothing more soulless than making decisions solely based upon expected monetary return.

Our economic system demands this behavior of us. Capitalists don’t care if someone has a keen understanding of patriarchy, and they certainly don’t care if you’ve read a lot of Aristotle. If something isn’t profitable, it isn’t valuable. Uselessness for Wilde was a virtue, but for the capitalists it is the most unforgivable vice.

It’s very strange for me to defend things like film degrees or studying philosophy. The benefits of having trained filmmakers and philosophers in our society are so obvious to me that I find it hard to fathom the opposition. And the idea that people who study film or philosophy should be burdened with incredible amounts of debt seems downright evil.

One of the goals of universal education, probably its principal goal, is to produce a cultivated society. A society that appreciates beauty and is full of active participants contributing to that beauty. A society antithetical to one that worships money and selfinterest. And a society where someone can proudly pursue a degree in gender studies or

THE MINDFUL MARSHALL

any other “useless” degree. One of my favorite passages from Karl Marx comes from his short essay, “The Power of Money in Bourgeois Society.” He concludes the tract with a vision, one I want every reader to contemplate. Marx’s vision is of a society in which the worth of human life isn’t determined by market value, in which power isn’t determined by arbitrary pieces of paper. It is probably one of his most beautiful writings.

“Assume man to be man and his relationship to the world to be a human one: then you can exchange love only for love, trust for trust, etc.,” he writes. “If you want to enjoy art, you must be an artistically cultivated person; if you want to exercise influence over other people, you must be a person with a stimulating and encouraging effect on other people. Every one of your relations to man and to nature must be a specific expression, corresponding to the object of your will, of your real individual life. If you love without evoking love in return – that is, if your loving as loving does not produce reciprocal love; if through a living expression of yourself as a loving person you do not make yourself a beloved one, then your love is impotent – a misfortune.”

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What is the cause of lower literacy rates?

Isabella Vesperini (she/her) is a sophomore majoring in journalism and minoring in Italian.

When I was little, we used to go to the library every Saturday. I wouldn’t leave without at least five or six books in my arms, all on the verge of falling over any second. I’d read one of those books every day. By the time Saturday came around, it was time to exchange my books for new ones.

I was so in love with reading that if I didn’t abide by my strict reading schedule, I’d feel guilty. I’d think about what part I would’ve gotten to in a book had I not gone to a friend’s house or watched a movie. I’d try desperately to catch back up and finish my weekly book stack.

AI: The ultimate people pleaser

Carolyn Marshall (she/her)

is a junior majoring in English and media studies.

It’s in our schools, our hospitals, our cars. It’s been able to replicate our artistic abilities, knows how we think, maybe even knows how we feel. It’s in our phones, on our desktop computers.

When I decided to watch “Terminator” on a Saturday night I was surprised to see the portrayal of “Los Angeles, 2029 A.D” as the opening scene. However, this wasn’t Sunset Boulevard, California with palm trees swaying and blue skies with white fluffy clouds. No, instead it was metal, smoke, machines everywhere, and the human population shrinking.

It made me wonder, how close are we really to living in this supposedly futuristic fictional world?

“Artificial Intelligence” is continuing to infiltrate into our everyday grind of being human. Your car can drive itself with a little voice that has a name that you can give it. Your Instagram feed is perfected to give you videos AI knows you’d want to see. There’s even usage of AI technology for making wifi routers into cameras, through which AI can see through the walls of your home. Researchers say that allowing this kind of usage would make it easier to surveillance elderly people who live at home alone, or to have a built in security system. These devices haven’t hit the marketplace but are being developed to do so. However, the entirety of what these devices would be used for is unknown.

AI scientists have officially built a system of machinery and signals that are built to give and do almost anything we ask of it. It’s strange how there’s this intense presence of a kind of machinery, in

my generation, that has been invented for one purpose: to say what we want it to say, and do what we want it to do.

The question is: for better, or for worse?

ChatGPT, for example, has been a hot topic in classrooms this past week. Many of my peers have talked about using it. My friend once showed off an essay that was well articulated, and eloquent with its facts. Then, he proceeded to tell me it was none of his writing. I wonder at AI’s ability so far to dismantle jobs within the journalism world, and to also shove itself into medical advances, taking away the risk of human error. Two sides, all on one coin.

One thing I heard from one of my professors that stuck with me, while lecturing about the unnecessary use of ChatGPT, was: “It takes away your voice.”

This is something AI can’t have: the freedom in expressing human opinions and thoughts. Human experiences, the emotions of it all. If AI researchers eventually find a way to replicate human emotion, it would only be a replica. To recreate the human experience into something that is not human seems useless, maybe even futile. It would be better to not try and “recreate” it, rather, to find a

way to better live it.

Terminator, for instance.

He’s scary, he’s emotionless, he’s powerful. In the movie, Kyle explains to Sarah how the world got taken over by machines: “New, powerful, hooked into everything, trusted to run it all. They say it got smart. A new order of intelligence.”

It seems 2023 Bloomington, IN, isn’t too different from 2029 Los Angeles. With AI seeping into our intrinsic ability to live, we have forgotten how to live as a human without it in the first place. We make mistakes, we make grammatical errors, we cry when overwhelmed and giggle when happy.

AI has shown us a world where what makes humans “weak” — like needing a break or catching feelings for someone who doesn’t feel the same — is something that should be erased. But that takes away a fundamental part of what “living” is. It takes away what, in the end, helps us grow: adversity.

As researchers continue developing and releasing these advanced forms of technology, people are further separated from how they think without the assistance of phones, computers or other technological aides.

To what extent will we keep letting this system run our

lives? If we have an automated, tell-us-anything-we-want people-pleaser machine, how are we to learn how to be ourselves? If we are to rely on a robot that has the ability to umbrella all human activity, we as a society risk losing our individuality.

We can already see it happening with TikTok trends and Instagram feeds that group people into other groups that agree with each other. As this happens, all discussions between groups of uncompromising people turn into debates. Not to strive for human connection, but rather to impose one belief onto another. Opinions, like this one, are seen as attacks on personal lives. But here are simply my own observations, up for whoever would like to discuss them.

At the end of “The Terminator,” the only thing that can kill the robot is Sarah pushing on another machine’s button, the compressor. Kyle and Sarah had blown it up, even shot at it, but it couldn’t be destroyed by human hands, but rather human invention. I wonder if that’s how these inventions nowadays will have to come to their end, if they do.

I suppose we have six years to see.

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This phase lasted about four years. As soon as I entered middle school, things changed. I had more homework and extracurriculars. I even got an iPad; movies, texting and the internet were at my fingertips. I didn’t have to wait until I got to school to use one of the public computers for my homework, I could do it at home. I explored what it was like to have a device in the modern age. It seemed so much cooler and advanced than reading a book.

I still read, but not my weekly five books. It turned into a singular weekly book.

Reading became an even more distant thought in high school. I had boatloads more work and commitments. After a full day of school, I had cross country practice, then homework. By the time I finished everything, I’d eat a late dinner and be too tired to read. I’d unwind by listening to music before bed.

Reading became harder for me after a long, tiring day. Not to mention getting a real cell phone. My cell phone became the definition of a distraction. It’s even easier to use than an iPad or laptop, allowing me to get sucked into texting and taking pictures. I’d even sworn off any social media apps, but still, books lived in a distant world. I would read occasionally, but it wasn’t my priority anymore.

I found it increasingly hard to sit down and actively read for hours on end like I used to when I could be texting my friends or going out. It’s a horrible feeling when I think about it; my love of reading is becoming a more distant memory by the day.

I’m not the only one guilty of falling victim to the world of technology. Reading is an even more distant idea for young children.

Results of the 2022-23 Indiana Reading Evaluation

and Determination assessment show nearly one in five students are struggling to properly read by the end of third grade. This could be the case due to the emerging power of technology and social media. Kids are in front of screens now more than ever.

According to a survey done by nonprofit research organization Common Sense Media, average daily screen use from 2019 to 2021 for kids aged 8 to 12 increased from four hours and 44 minutes to five hours and 33 minutes.

A study done by Reading & Literacy Discovery Center of Cincinnati’s Children’s Hospital in 2020 revealed children five years and younger who were in front of a screen more than an hour a day scored worse on a literacy test than those who read books more often. Lead author Dr. John Hutton concluded kids who had higher screen time usage start school behind those who are more accustomed to reading and have not had heavy exposure to screens.

McCall Booth, PhD student at the media school studying how social media affects people, said uncontrolled social media use for children in their early stages of development can cause their attention spans to shorten. Heavy social media use can make kids too dependent on quick entertainment and make it harder for them to step away from a screen.

“It might be a little too easy to get exactly what you want or it might prime you to feel as if I need a lot constantly in order to feel like I’m engaged, I’m entertained,” Booth said. Technology is making it harder for kids to grow and cultivate their own love for literature. Social media is stealing kids’ attentions away from one of the basic building blocks of life – reading. There are solutions out there. Booth recommends parents regulate screen usage so it doesn’t hinder kids’ abilities to develop social skills. She also said it’s important to involve their kids in discussions about the benefits and risks of social media.

Citizens in Vermont, a state with higher literacy rates, were concerned about the pandemic’s negative impact on literacy. As a response, they put together a Strategic Planning Initiative that put aside $3.06 million to provide professional learning modules to teach kids how to read by third grade.

It’s up to the citizens of Indiana and the rest of the nation to reintroduce reading as a fun, engaging activity before it’s too late.

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ISABELLA’S INSIGHTS

The Ler Devagar Bookstore is photographed on April 11, 2023, in Lisbon. Technology may be hindering individuals’ ability to take the time to read a real book.

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COLUMN: ‘Unreal Unearth’ is a beautifully dark trek through Heaven and Hell

By Erin Stafford ecstaffo@iu.edu | @erincstafford

Singer-songwriter Andrew Hozier-Byrne’s third studio album is a profound and poetic display of human emotion. Taking inspiration from literature, mythology and religion, “Unreal Unearth” is a soulful and romantic behemoth of reflection on love, faith and humanity.

Hozier told Entertainment Weekly he began his work on the album throughout the height of the COVID-19 pandemic as a way to make sense of the events happening around him and serve as a vehicle of reflection. Similar to his previous works, Hozier masterfully blends elements of folk, blues, rock and Irish sensibilities into one cohesive work of musical poetry on “Unreal Unearth.”

During the pandemic, Hozier was also heavily inspired by Dante’s “Inferno,” the first part of his epic poem “Divine Comedy.” Hozier adopts Dante’s concept of the nine circles of Hell as a framework for “Unreal Unearth,” in which he meditates on notions of sin, love and the unknown in his own descent into darkness.

The opening two tracks, “De Selby (Part 1)” and “De Selby (Part 2),” set the tone for the album as Hozier sings about darkness in oneself. And in taking inspiration from literature, de Selby refers to the main character in Flann O’Brien’s novel “The Third Policeman,” an Irish novel in which the protagonist floats around in the afterlife without realizing he’s

dead. Hozier told Apple Music he felt like de Selby was an appropriate reference as he reflects on the darkness of the infinite space he’s entering. The first track compliments this chilling under-

tone beautifully, as Hozier’s refrained, warm vocals overline a bed of haunting strings. A touch of subtle fingerpicking allows the heavy lyrics to take root before they transform and a distant choir sings in Irish on the outro.

As Hozier begins his descent into Hell, he examines the idea of being stuck in a sort of limbo on “First Time.”

A lush and textured buildup of strings underscore the feeling of collapse as Hozier sings “This life lived mostly

Behind the scenes with the drag queens

By Charlotte Jones cmj35@iu.edu | @charshortforcharcoal

Drag queens tend to be the face of queer pride events, local drag artist Santana Sword said. That statement perfectly sums up the perception of Bloomington’s queer pride event this Saturday. Pridefest took over Kirkwood Avenue, pride flags lining the street and adorning people’s faces and clothing.

Pridefest acts as the largest community gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals in and around Bloomington, with guests ranging from children to college students to grandparents. For three hourlong blocks during the celebrations, the main stage is taken over by drag artists from throughout the Midwest. Attendees swarm the surrounding area to catch a glimpse of their stunning performances.

“I think Pride[fest] is really important,” Santana Sword said. “It’s one of those events that transcends regular shows.”

The event is a special occasion for drag performers in particular, giving them a larger audience to showcase themselves and their art. Instead of

performing at a gay bar or similar venue, these queens and kings are given a larger space for teenagers and college students to see the art of drag.

“I prefer Bloomington pride because of this [college aged] crowd,” Sword said. “Who knows what kids at IU couldn’t do this in their hometown for whatever reason. I think that’s very special and important.”

A couple of drag artists decided to spread messages about the history of pride through their performances, especially for folks who may not have had the opportunity to learn about it before.

Sword used her performance to discuss the history of queer pride.

“I chose to do pride this year to remind everyone where pride came from,” she said. “It was a riot and it was anti-cop.”

She infused her first performance with those sentiments, holding up a pig mask while lip-syncing to “Heads Will Roll” by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.

Drag king BeezleBabe lip-synced to a mix about Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man elected to a public office in California. He performed key moments from Milk’s

speeches about the importance of coming out, encouraging the audience to live out and proud.

In order to create complex pieces like BeezleBabe’s tribute, drag artists must spend countless hours curating their act.

Universe DeLa Crusis, an Indiana drag queen, recognized the weeks of preparation that go into planning her performances for the Pridefest stage.

“Regardless of where you go, each gig is special,” DeLa Crusis said. “You have to think about how to please a crowd and you have to know your crowd.”

Their craft takes effort and care to perfect, oftentimes all by themselves.

“My favorite part about my specific drag is bringing my ideas to life,” DeLa Crusis said. “95 percent of the costumes I wear, I make, without any knowledge on how to sew.” She attributes her ability to create these garments to YouTube tutorials. Nevertheless, her outfits were stunning, from a Little Mermaid-inspired gown to a silver, sparkly bodysuit.

With the audience growing larger each year, it’s easy to feel the pressure to give everything

underground / Unknowin' neither sight nor sound / 'Til reachin' up for sunlight just to be ripped out by the stem.”

As “Unreal Unearth” progresses, Hozier dives headfirst into sin. On “Francesca,” he references Dante’s second

circle of Hell with an ode to lust. With breathy vocals and a sultry organ, “Francesa” relates to the tragic love story of Francesca da Rimini, whose husband killed her after he found her having an affair with his brother. Rather than condemn the sin of lust, though, Hozier commends it as he sings about the beauty of endurance when challenges in love arise.

Although deeply lyrical, “Unreal Unearth” also features a lovely, symphonic instrumental track. “Son of Nyx” represents Dante’s first steps toward the light on his journey through Hell. Hozier draws from mythology, too, as the track references the Greek goddess of night and her son, Charon, who ferries souls across the Styx and Acheron rivers into Hell. The track is cinematic, as its orchestral texture evokes feelings of sadness and hope.

The final track, “First Light,” alludes to the end of Dante’s odyssey throughout “Divine Comedy,” and remarks at the relief of seeing the sky again after suffering in the dark. “First Light” is drenched in excitement and hope, as the rich timbre of Hozier’s honey-smooth voice wraps listeners in a warm hug. It’s comforting to know you can make it out of Hell and end up in Heaven. In the end, “Unreal Unearth” leaves listeners hopeful. Hozier’s foray into the underworld serves as an evocative and timeless reflection upon humanity. After a painstakingly long yet mesmerizing journey through Hell, there is still light and goodness in the world.

COLUMN: Recipes you can cook right from your dorm room

By Marnie Sara mbsara@iu.edu | @marns45

It’s easy to get sick of dining hall food and microwave meals when you’re living on campus. Luckily, there are still ways to prepare simple, fresh meals from your dorm. Here’s a list of nine dormfriendly recipes you can make right in your room.

Breakfast Scrambled eggs in a cup

they have to create an outstanding experience for attendees. Six years ago, Pat Yo Weave, a local drag queen, began hosting Bloomington Pridefest after her best friend, Argenta Perón, couldn’t make it.

“I don’t think I was quite ready for it,” Pat said. “The costume changes, the hair changes, the amount of people, it’s a lot.”

Pat emphasized the joy she infuses into every performance she gives.

“With there being so much negativity in the world, I have a moment where I can throw out joy to everybody,” she said. “I love that I can just give you all the love that I have and just allow you to give it to somebody else.”

Queer pride, until it is fully protected for all letters of the LGBTQ+ community, will always be a protest. With a rise in antitrans and anti-drag legislation, drag performers and drag supporters alike are pushed to protect this beautiful art form.

“I just want to remind everybody that what we’re doing is not a crime,” Pat said. “When it’s done, this [makeup] gets all washed off and I become just a normal person you see walking down the street.”

All you need is an egg and a coffee mug. Crack an egg in your mug and scramble with a fork. After putting the egg in the microwave for forty-five seconds, enjoy fluffy scrambled eggs right from your dorm room. Add shredded cheese, veggies and other toppings to spice things up.

Yogurt Parfait

There’s no reason why you can’t up your yogurt game in college! Pick up fun toppings at the store and combine them with the yogurt of your choice. I suggest a vanilla Greek yogurt base with chocolate granola and strawberries.

Oatmeal

Did you know that you could make oatmeal with a Keurig? Pour the oatmeal packet into a container and place it under the coffee spout. If you run the Keurig without a coffee pod, you will get hot water. Let the oatmeal sit for a few minutes then stir to the consistency of your liking.

Lunch Wrap

Wraps are fun, easy and versatile. You can make a wrap with ham, lettuce and cheese or turkey, bacon and guacamole. There are plenty of different options to assemble your wrap with – tortillas, naan and even lettuce. Just grab the fillings you want at the store and make

the wrap in your dorm.

Salad

For the days that you are too hungry to cook, I recommend having a bagged salad kit handy. You can find prepackaged individual salads with a variety of different toppings and dressings in any grocery store. It’s quick and easy, and you won’t have to buy tons of different vegetables to make it yourself.

Dumplings and Rice It’s easier than you think. With microwaveable rice pouches, the base of your meal will be done in minutes. You can prepare frozen dumplings in the microwave, too. A little soy sauce on this meal can go a long way.

Dinner Pizza Bagel

A nostalgic meal that only needs three ingredients. Slice your bagel in half and then add pizza sauce and cheese of your choice. Pop your pizza bagel in the oven or microwave until the cheese is melted.

Roasted veggies

Your mom would be thrilled to know you are eating vegetables in college! Venture out to the communal oven with a sheet pan, cooking spray and your favorite seasonings. Whether you choose to roast broccoli, potatoes or peppers, it's a simple way to get your veggies in without too much preparation.

Quesadilla

A true classic. If you want a crispy golden quesadilla, head to the communal stove tops. If not, just warm your quesadilla in the microwave until you get the perfect cheese pull. Plus, if you are feeling fancy, add homemade guacamole to the meal by mixing avocado, seasoning and lime. Happy cooking Hoosiers!

SAMANTHA SMITH | IDS

A crowded street is seen on

26, 2023, just off Kirkwood Avenue for the Bloomington Pridefest. Many vendors attended the event, selling pride-themed merchandise.

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Hozier’s album “Unreal Unearth” album cover is seen. The Irishman draws from literature, mythology and religion in his third album.

IU Auditorium to feature Step Afrika!, Patti LuPone and more

By Erin Stafford ecstaffo@iu.edu | @erincstafford

The IU Auditorium will bring a series of high-energy, eclectic and beloved productions to Bloomington this semester. With a full slate of musical acts, the fall season will feature performances from Step Afrika!, Patti LuPone and more.

Step Afrika!

Step Afrika! is the first professional dance company dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Founded in 1994, the troupe will make its IU Auditorium debut at 8 p.m. Oct. 7. The company blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities with traditional West and South African dances, all while infusing an array of contemporary dance and art forms into one production. According to the IU Auditorium website, Step Afrika! is also known to integrate songs, storytelling, humor and audience participation into their performances.

Patti LuPone Broadway legend Patti LuPone will grace the stage at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11. The three-time Tony Award winner will perform her one-woman show “Don’t Monkey with Broadway,” an exploration of classic Broadway show tunes from composers like Stephen Schwartz, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim.

“When You Wish Upon A Star”

Horoscope

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Today is an 8 - Compromise with your partner. Keep your sense of humor and patience. Clarify miscommunications as they arise. Don’t push sensitive subjects. Support each other.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Today is a 7 - Prioritize health despite a challenge. Stretch well before launching into action. Stick to stable routines and practices. Nurture yourself with rest and good food.

The new house band formed by The National Jazz Museum in Harlem will celebrate 100 years of Disney through the lens of jazz for a special production titled “When You Wish Upon A Star.” The production will feature performances of songs like “Someday My Prince Will Come,” “He's a Tramp,” “Everybody Wants to be a Cat” and “The Bare Necessities” in its grand celebration of Disney magic at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19.

Dennis James Hosts Halloween Beloved Bloomington musician Dennis James will return to the IU Auditorium stage at 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 25 to host his 51st annual Halloween extravaganza. This year’s spooky production will feature a live radio reenactment and Sherlock Holmesthemed films, with James providing the soundtrack on the auditorium’s pipe organ.

“Mean Girls”

This Broadway smash hit will make its way to Bloomington for two performances at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28. Similar to the 2004 film starring Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams, the satirical and energetic Broadway musical is all about the trials and tribulations of girlhood and the social hierarchies

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

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Today is a 7 - Indulge in your favorite activities, passions and diversions. Don’t take things so seriously. Share sweet appreciation, gratitude and admiration. Relax with your inner circle.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Today is a 6 - Focus on domestic harmony. Clear space from excess or clutter. Clean, sort and organize. Put things away. Cook up something delicious for the family. Simplify.

that plague American high schools.

“Come From Away”

“Come From Away” will grace the IU Auditorium stage at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2. Inspired by a remarkable true story, the Broadway musical details the journey of 7,000 passengers stranded in Newfoundland, Canada on 9/11 through heartfelt song and dance.

“Chimes of Christmas”

IU student choir The Singing Hoosiers will perform their annual holiday special at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2. The holiday concert will feature contemporary Christmas

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Comedy Attic will crown comedian Aug. 31

By Taylor Satoski tsatoski@iu.edu @taylorsatoski

Located near Bloomington’s downtown square, The Comedy Attic will crown the funniest Bloomington comedian during their 15th annual comedy festival Aug. 31.

The competition began with 40 comedians, from IU students trying their hand at comedy for the first time, to seasoned locals already comfortable in the Bloomington scene. Every Wednesday and Thursday since June 21, those comedians have been taking the stage with their best bits, baring it all to the live audience who decides which comics move on to the next round.

songs, carols and classical choral arrangements. This year’s performances will also feature special guests and ensembles from the Jacobs School of Music.

Straight No Chaser

The Indiana Universitybred professional a cappella group will return to the IU Auditorium stage at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13 as part of their “Sleighin’ It” tour. The group will blend contemporary pop and holiday a cappella classics with humor to create a night of magical holiday cheer. Tickets for each production are currently available on the IU Auditorium website.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

The final five selected contestants moving onto the finals are Greg Winston, Stephanie Lochbihler, Zach Rody, Joey Cerone, Eric Hook and Muhammed Saahir.

Outside of the world of comedy, Lochbihler is a social psychologist, Hook is a video producer and Rody manages FARMbloomington. Often, IU students frequent The Comedy Attic as audience members, but some of them are part of the entertainment. Recent IU graduate Cerone will be taking the stage on Thursday as well.

Each comedian will perform their stand-up comedy act before the most comical of them all is chosen by the audience. The event will begin at 8 p.m. and tickets are available for $10. Doors will open at 7 p.m.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Publish your comic on this page.

The IDS is accepting applications for student comic strips for the fall 2023 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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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Today is an 8 - Get creative with a puzzle. Your bright ideas save the day. Express your heart in words, images and action. Keep communications simple and clear.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Today is an 8 - Monitor financial data to catch mistakes. Expect delays and misunderstandings. Pad the budget. Maintain momentum with positive cash flow. Keep your eye on the prize.

Today is an 8 - Advance a personal project to the next level after resolving communication breakdowns. Have patience with yourself and others. Things may not go as planned.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Today is a 7 - Enjoy your secret sanctuary. Process recent transitions and recharge your batteries. Rediscover an old dream or passion. Consider where you’ve been and what’s ahead.

Today is an 8 - Teamwork can get beyond a barrier or obstacle. Patiently adapt with communication glitches. Coordinate your moves carefully. Work together to generate lasting value.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Today is an 8 - Handle professional deadlines and responsibilities despite complications. Don’t push into a brick wall. Find clever ways around a challenge. Connect for team solutions.

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Today is a 7 - Your curiosity inspires new research. Explorations may hit a roadblock. Review the data carefully. Wait for better conditions to advance. Do the background preparation first.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Today is a 7 - Collaboration could stall with a misunderstanding. Listen generously. Contribute to maintain positive shared cash flow. You’re a formidable team. Patiently clarify and maintain momentum. ©2023 Nancy Black. All rights reserved. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency.

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A dance number from a Step Afrika! production is pictured. The dance company will perform at 8 p.m. on Oct. 7 at the IU Auditorium.

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INDIANA FOOTBALL ROUNDTABLE:

By Matt Press, Daniel Flick and Dalton James mtpress@iu.edu | @MattPress23 DanFlick@iu.edu | @ByDanielFlick jamesdm@iu.edu | @DaltonMJames

With controversy at quarterback and a bevy of newcomers in the fold, Indiana football is clouded by uncertainty heading into the 2023 season. After a promising 3-0 start to the 2022 campaign, the Hoosiers stumbled and finished just 2-7 in conference play and 4-8 overall. Ahead of a daunting week one clash against No. 3 Ohio State, the Indiana Daily Student football beat gave their predictions for the 2023 season.

Most valuable player

IDS reporters predict the 2023 season

Canterbury Mission

Head coach Tom Allen has lauded Carter’s ability all offseason, and if he can replicate his seven-sack, 13.5 tackle-for-loss campaign of 2022, I think Carter has a chance to be the Hoosiers’ most valuable player.

MATT PRESS: Without a definitive star on either side of the ball, there are a lot of directions I could go here, but I ultimately landed on redshirt senior defensive end Andre Carter. The Western Michigan University transfer was quietly productive for four seasons before breaking out in a major way in 2022. Indiana’s defense was akin to a sieve last season and found great trouble getting to opposing quarterbacks. Carter is a refined pass rusher with inside and outside versatility and boasts a tremendous 6-foot5-inch, 273-pound frame.

DANIEL FLICK: The last time sophomore running back Jaylin Lucas, an 18-yearold All-American, took live snaps at Memorial Stadium, he turned in the best offensive performance of his decorated freshman campaign, taking nine carries for a career-high 100 yards and a touchdown while tying for the team lead with five receptions against Purdue. Lucas’ value as a return specialist is already known — his two kick return touchdowns led the FBS last season — but he showed down the stretch he’s also capable of being a legitimate gamechanger offensively. The 5-foot-9-inch, 170-pound Lucas is already the Hoosiers’ most explosive playmaker, and if he’s able to more consistently impact games on offense, he may just end up being the team’s most valuable player, too.

DALTON JAMES: This one is a no-brainer; I have to go with Jaylin Lucas. With an inexperienced starting quarterback at the helm, whether that be redshirt freshman Brendan Sorsby

Ed Bird - Chaplain/Priest

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.

719 E. Seventh St. 812-822-1335 IUCanterbury.org

facebook.com/ECMatIU

Instagram & Twitter: @ECMatIU

Inter-Denominational

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

Mennonite

Mennonite Fellowship of Bloomington

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

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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.

Episcopal (Anglican)

Canterbury Mission

719 E. Seventh St. 812-822-1335 IUCanterbury.org

facebook.com/ECMatIU

Instagram & Twitter: @ECMatIU

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

Christ Community Church

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

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

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.

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

Christian Student Fellowship

1968 N. David Baker 812-332-8972 csfindiana.org

Instagram & Facebook: @csfindiana

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.

University Lutheran Chuch and LCMS U Student Center 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.

New Kadampa TraditionInternational Kadampa Buddhist Union

Kadampa Meditation Center

234 N. Morton St. 812-318-1236 meditationinbloomington.org Instagram, Facebook, MeetUp@kadampameditationcenterbloomington

Lutheran - Missouri Synod Bloomington Young Single Adult Branch

Weekly Meditation Classes: Mon., Wed., Fri.: 12:15 - 12:45 p.m.

Tuesday: 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Sunday: 10 -11:30 a.m. 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.

Gen Kelsang Chokyi - Resident Teacher Nancy Fox - Administrative Director

Buddhist

Gaden KhachoeShing

Monastery

2150 E. Dolan Rd. 812-334-3456 ganden.org facebook.com/ganden.org

Wednesday: 6 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m.

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.

or fellow redshirt freshman Tayven Jackson, Lucas will be the driving force of the offense. He didn’t see as much action out of the backfield as counterparts Shaun Shivers and Josh Henderson, but Lucas is now set to be relied upon as the starting running back with Shivers now in the Canadian Football League. If the end of last season is any indication, Lucas is poised for a highly productive sophomore campaign.

Breakout player of the year

PRESS: Perhaps an underrated member of Indiana’s revamped receiving core is redshirt freshman Kamryn Perry. Though buried

behind a stable of capable veteran wideouts in senior Clemson University transfer E.J. Williams Jr., senior Cam Camper and senior Fordham University transfer DeQuece Carter, Perry offers a unique skillset as a shifty receiver with home run speed. Bearing a similar short and compact frame to that of sophomore running back Jaylin Lucas, Perry possesses some of the same big play ability with the ball in his hands. Though he only made one appearance in 2022, offensive coordinator Walt Bell raved about the former 3-star recruit’s potential during the spring. I think he will be able to receive a solid chunk of snaps out of the slot in the Hoo-

Bloomington Friends Meeting

3820 E. Moores Pike 812-336-4581

bloomingtonfriendsmeeting.org

Facebook: Bloomington Friends Meeting

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

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.

siers’ rotation and be able to make an impact. Perry is a name Indiana fans should grow accustomed to heading into the season.

FLICK: Indiana’s pass rush wasn’t a strong suit last season, as the Hoosiers tallied just 20 sacks in 2022, which ranked third-to-last in the Big Ten. Their two most productive pass rushers — Lance Bryant and Dasan McCullough — are both gone, with the former graduating and the latter transferring to Oklahoma. As such, there’s a big opportunity ahead for Myles Jackson at the “bull” position, and he has the feeling of a player poised for a breakthrough. Jackson, who transferred

Bahá'í Association of IU

424 S. College Mall Rd. 812-331-1863 bloomingtoninbahais.org

facebook.com/Baháí-Community-ofBloomington-Indiana-146343332130574

Instagram: @bloomingtonbahai

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

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 GershonStudent Associate Pastor Jan Harrington - Director of Music

from UCLA to Indiana prior to last season, played in all 12 games for the Hoosiers, recording 18 tackles, two tackles for loss and half a sack while creating three takeaways. With more snaps available this season, the Atlanta native has a chance to drastically improve upon those numbers and carry the Hoosiers’ defense along with him.

JAMES: While Matt named a wide receiver in Kamryn Perry as his breakout player of the year, I’m going to go with a different wideout.

Entering last season, thensophomore wide receiver Donaven McCulley was preparing to make his debut as a receiver. McCulley was initially recruited to Indiana as a standout four-star quarterback out of Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis and saw action in seven games during his freshman season in 2021. Prior to last season, it was announced that he would change positions to become a wide receiver. In 2022, McCulley tallied just 16 receptions for 169 yards alongside a touchdown that came in a 56-14 blowout loss against Ohio State. Last season was a rather underwhelming one for the 6-foot-5-inch receiver as a position change is a difficult undertaking, but McCulley has grown in his confidence over the offseason and has become a playmaker according to head coach Tom Allen. Not only will he make more of an impact this season, but he’s a player to keep an eye

on as one that is poised for a breakout junior season.

Newcomer of the year

PRESS: Andre Carter probably makes the most sense here, but in the spirit of switching things up I’ll go with junior cornerback Jamier Johnson. Johnson was a highly touted recruit in the class of 2021, and he spent his last couple of seasons with the University of Texas, albeit playing sparingly throughout. With former Hoosier standouts Tiawan Mullen and Jaylin Williams now in the NFL, Indiana’s secondary is starving for experience and talent. Johnson played limited snaps in the Big 12, but he’s displayed some solid range and has impressive length and size at 6 feet tall and 171 pounds. He’ll likely start week one, potentially opposite redshirt junior Kobee Minor, and he’ll have his work cut out for him against Ohio State’s formidable receiving core. Still, I like Johnson as a consistent and reliable cornerback this season. He’s my newcomer of the year.

FLICK: It’s tempting to go bold and lean the quarterback route with Tayven Jackson, but defensive end Andre Carter arrives in Bloomington fresh off earning second-team All-MAC honors at Western Michigan last season and fills a similarly important area of need. The Hoosiers are hoping to move beyond their aforementioned pass rush difficulties this fall. Carter,

who had 13.5 tackles for loss and seven sacks during a breakout redshirt senior season for the Broncos, has a chance to play a big part in doing exactly that. Recently named to the Bednarik Award Watch List given annually to the best player in college football, the 6-foot5-inch, 273-pound Carter is facing lofty expectations, and his track record of production inspires confidence that he can live up to the hype.

JAMES: While Andre Carter will likely be the newcomer of the year, he has just one season of eligibility remaining, so, I have decided to go with another player who has an opportunity to be a mainstay on the defensive unit in Bloomington. Although he played in just two games during his only season at the University of Oregon in 2022, Anthony Jones is one to watch for Indiana’s defense this season. The redshirt freshman outside linebacker received high praise from special teams coordinator and outside linebackers coach Kasey Teegardin since joining the program in the offseason. Teegardin mentioned his physicality along with his “attack mindset” that will allow him to play several defensive positions this season. While he may not have the impact that I foresee Andre Carter having, I think Jones has an opportunity to make an instant impact when he sees the field.

First United Church 2420 E. Third St. 812-332-4439 firstuc.org facebook.com/firstuc

Worship: Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Bible study: Monday: 10 a.m. via Zoom

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-MutaiSenior Minister

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

Lifeway Baptist 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.

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

Baptist Unitarian

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

Unity Worldwide

Unity of Bloomington

4001 S. Rogers St. 812-333-2484 unityofbloomington.org

facebook@UnityofBloomington

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.

Doris Brinegar - Administrator

Phyllis Wickliff - Music Director

Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington

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

Sunday: 10:15 a.m.

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!

Rev. Constance Grant - Lead Minister

Anabel Watson - Connections Coordinator

IDS FILE PHOTO BY ALEX PAUL

Then-senior linebackers Cam Jones and Aaron Casey celebrate a safety Sept. 10, 2022, at Memorial Stadium. Indiana will take on Ohio State 3:30 p.m. on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Game to watch

PRESS: Indiana isn’t exactly in the same stratosphere as Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State, so this is difficult. I’ll go with the week 7 homecoming game versus Rutgers as it may be one of the only conference games the Hoosiers can come away with this season, although the Scarlet Knights have won the last two contests. By this point in the season, Indiana should still have its sights set on bowl contention, so this game could prove important. Rutgers had a pitiful 2022, finishing dead last in the Big Ten East behind the Hoosiers. For what it’s worth, a showdown of teams like Rutgers and Indiana could be wacky enough to circle on the calendar.

FLICK: Indiana’s first two games come at home against Ohio State and Indiana State, with oddsmakers projecting a blowout loss to the Buckeyes and most expecting a similarly large victory over the Sycamores. In essence, neither game should show where the Hoosiers stand, for better or worse, which creates an intriguing week 3 contest against Louisville inside Lucas Oil Stadium.

By Dalton James jamesdm@iu.edu | @DaltonMJames

After announcing its fall schedule Aug. 24, Indiana softball has released an update to its

WOMEN’S SOCCER FOOTBALL

The Cardinals are coming off an 8-5 season but will be led by a new face on the sideline, with former Purdue coach Jeff Brohm taking over for Scott Satterfield, who left for Cincinnati. Louisville should once again be in the mix for bowl contention, but will Indiana? The Sept. 16 showdown is poised to provide an early indication of just how high the ceiling can be for this year’s Hoosiers.

JAMES: Opening up the season with three home games and a neutral site game against Louisville in Indianapolis, the Hoosiers’ first true road game is set for Sept. 30 against Maryland. When the Terrapins made the trip to Bloomington in 2022, they narrowly escaped with a 38-33 victory over Indiana. Last season’s contest saw Maryland’s then-redshirt junior quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa leave the game due to injury, but he enters this season healthy and poised for a solid season. While I envision the Hoosiers entering the matchup with a record of 2-2 after a pair of losses against Ohio State and Louisville, the week 5 matchup in College Park, Maryland could be a sign of how successful Indiana may be this season.

Record prediction

PRESS: Indiana’s season will likely be determined by its quarterback and offensive line play — arguably the two biggest question marks on the team. I’m going to say the Hoosiers finish shy of their 2022 win total and go 3-9 overall and 1-8 within the conference. Without Northwestern on the schedule, there’s truthfully not a single Big Ten team I feel Indiana can comfortably beat. Regardless, they should be able to snatch at least one win from foes such as Rutgers or Purdue and maybe a surprise over Illinois or Michigan State. The Hoosiers should handle Indiana State University and the University of Akron in the out-of-conference slate, but I’m not sure they’ll be able to topple the University of Louisville. Indiana faces a tough schedule in 2023, and I believe there are simply too many unknowns at key spots to bill them as a bowl-eligible team.

FLICK: On paper, the Hoosiers have one of the most difficult schedules not only in the Big Ten but across all of college football. As was mentioned already, Indiana State and Akron feel like the only two truly safe bets, but I get the feeling that Indiana finds a way to sneak a few wins here and there and matches

SOFTBALL

last year’s 4-8 record. If the quarterback situation ends up being resolved, there’s a level of untapped potential here, especially with a manageable closing slate that includes road games against Illinois and Purdue and a home game versus Michigan State sandwiched in between. So, is a bowl game entirely out of the cards? Not necessarily — but as things stand, the odds aren’t in the Hoosiers’ favor.

JAMES: With the uncertainty of quarterback position to enter the season, I see Indiana likely finishing with a record of 4-8 overall and 2-7 in the Big Ten. After firing Darren Hiller midway through last season, the Hoosiers enter this season with a new offensive line coach in Bob Bostad. Bostad brings 33 years of coaching experience to Bloomington with his most recent stop being at Wisconsin. At the end of the day, the success of this season’s Hoosiers will be determined by the offensive line play. The unit composed of mostly veteran lineman will be tasked with protecting an inexperienced quarterback behind them, but if the offseason coaching from Bostad and the praise from Tom Allen come to fruition, Indiana could play teams closer than we think.

Grzesiak lifts Indiana over Evansville 1-0

By Quinn Richards qmrichar@iu.edu | @Quinn_richa

After starting the season with three straight home games, Indiana women’s soccer faced its first road test against the University of Evansville Aug. 27. Though Indiana dominated the box score, shooting 22 shots while only allowing four, the Purple Aces kept the Hoosiers on their toes until the final whistle blew.

With this win, the Hoosiers move to 3-0-1 on the year, equaling last season's win total in just 4 games. Indiana came out of the gates firing, rattling off 15 shots in the first half.

The decisive goal came in the 18th minute when a second-chance ball was left in a dangerous position following a set-piece corner kick taken by senior midfielder Anna Bennett. It was sophomore forward Marisa Grzesiak who stepped up to head the ball in the back of the net, scoring her first career goal in her first start of the season.

The second half fol-

lowed a similar story to the first, with the Hoosiers once more dominating possession and scoring opportunities. Evansville saw its sole shot on goal snuffed out in the 54th minute, giving junior goalkeeper Jamie Gerstenberg her 18th career shutout. Nevertheless, Indiana struggled to pull away from the Purple Aces, tallying just one goal from 22 shots.

Head Coach Erwin van Bennekom spoke about the Purple Aces’ competitiveness after the game. “Credit to them on how they defended,” he said postgame. “They made it really hard for us to create chances, but I think even with that we created enough to win the game. The season is too short to look into how we win, it’s more the outcome. It's another win and we are happy with that." Indiana will next be in action Thursday night when they travel to Knoxville to take on the University of Tennessee. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m.