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Officials explore STEM program By Ashleigh Sherman aesherma@indiana.edu | @aesherma
An engineering program might be coming to IU-Bloomington, so the University is exploring its options. IU recently formed a blue ribbon review committee to assess the feasibility of establishing and expanding an engineering program at IU-Bloomington. The Bicentennial Strategic Plan, released in October, stated IU’s intent to explore the establishment of an engineering program at IU. Of the 62 universities in the Association of American Universities, only four do not have programs in engineering, according to the plan. Of those four, two have joint programs in engineering with other institutions. A report released by Battelle, a nonprofit research and development organization, recommended that IU expand and develop an engineering program at IU-Bloomington, according to the plan. James Duderstadt, president emeritus and professor of science and engineering at the University of Michigan, will be the chair of the blue ribbon review committee, according to the University. Duderstadt also served as Michigan’s provost and vice president for academic affairs from 1986 to 1988 and dean of the college of engineering from 1981 to 1986. Anita Jones, professor emerita of computer science and engineering at the University of Virginia, and Eric Grimson, Bernard Gordon Professor of medical engineering and chancellor for academic advancement at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will also join Duderstadt on the blue ribbon review committee, according to the University. “I am delighted that three such renowned figures in engineering and higher education have agreed to serve on the blue ribbon committee to assess the feasibility of IU-Bloomington’s plans for
Jazz in the breezeway PHOTOS BY BEN MIKESELL | IDS
Junior James Wilder plays his saxophone in the Cypress Hall breezeway Thursday outside Union Street Center. He enjoys when passersby recommend songs. “I can play for hours, but I’d rather play something everyone knows so that you’ll enjoy the experience with me,” Wilder said.
With IU’s campus as his stage, junior plays saxophone wherever people will listen By Alison Graham akgraham@indiana.edu | @AlisonGraham218
Jazz tunes echo around Union Street Center buildings some Thursday nights. Students walking through the Cypress Hall breezeway stop and gather around IU junior James Wilder as he plays his saxophone. He takes requests from his small audience and plays songs ranging from Christmas music to Ariana Grande. If he doesn’t recognize a song, he’ll play the first few parts of the chorus on his phone. Within seconds, he’s playing the song based off what he can hear. Wilder is a telecommunications student with a minor in jazz studies. He plays for the Marching Hundred, as well as the jazz and funk group Soul Revue. But playing outside is just for fun, Wilder said. “I was always fascinated by the tunnels under Union Street,” he said. “I just wondered what it would sound like to play
saxophone in those tunnels. One day, I just went out and did it.” Wilder receives a variety of reactions to his performances, but he said they’re never negative. Some students walk by without saying anything, just smiling and waving, he said. But others stick around and listen to him play. “I can play for hours, but I’d rather play something everyone knows so that you’ll enjoy the experience with me,” Wilder said. Wilder first started playing the saxophone in sixth grade. He said he started out just like everyone else by joining the middle school band. At first he wanted to play the drums, but his mother convinced him to play the saxophone. “It was until later when I realized this instrument is phenomenal,” he said. “I love this. I can play whatever I want on it.” He stuck with the instrument throughout middle school in Indianapolis and performed
Wilder plays his saxophone in front of students who came out of their rooms to hear him perform in the breezeway. While most students walk on by, Wilder has accumulated a small fan base of students living in and around Union Street Center.
with the children’s choir at his church. His breakthrough came in eighth grade when he realized his talent on the instrument. Wilder played in the marching band for four years of high school before applying to IU. Wilder enlisted in the army in
the spring of 2012, and after his first semester at IU, he completed basic training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina. After completing his basic training, he went on to study at SEE JAZZ, PAGE 6
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Kassig’s parents speak Hoosiers spoil former coach’s return out, remember son By Alden Woods
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Paula and Ed Kassig, parents of Abdul-Rahman Kassig, the Indiana native reportedly executed by Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, broke their silence Monday afternoon at Epworth United Methodist Church in Indianapolis addressing members of the media. Ed, standing at the podium alongside Paula, spoke of the support that has been shown to his family. “Our hearts, though heavy, are held up by the love and support that has poured into our lives these last few days,” he said. Kassig had served in the U.S. Army in Iraq in 2007 before returning more recently to the Middle East with Special Emergency Response and Assistance as an aid worker in Syria, according to the Associated Press. He was captured in October 2013 in eastern Syria. It was during this time that Peter Kassig reportedly converted to
Islam and adopted the first name Abdul-Rahman. ISIS released a video Sunday that purports to have beheaded Kassig, among others. This video’s authenticity was confirmed by the White House on Sunday. Shortly after 3:30 p.m. Monday, in the Epworth lobby, Paula and Ed Kassig approached a podium to address the sea of reporters in front of them. Paula said she remembered her son fondly. “In 26 years, he has witnessed and experienced firsthand more of the harsh realities of life than most of us can imagine, but rather than letting the darkness overwhelm him, he has chosen to believe in the good in himself and in others,” Paula said. As she spoke, Paula also reaffirmed her faith. “Our hearts are battered, but they will mend,” Paula said. “The world is broken, but it will be healed SEE KASSIG, PAGE 6
Before Monday night’s game, Texas Southern Coach Mike Davis couldn’t stop smiling. The former IU head coach walked onto Branch McCracken Court with a quick handshake and a smile for fans and former colleagues who passed by. He met IU Coach Tom Crean and his staff at halfcourt, who greeted him with a hug. When his name was called as part of pregame introductions, Davis raised a hand to a receptive Assembly Hall crowd. “It was really nice to see him get that reception,” Crean said. “That says a lot about Indiana fans.” When Davis walked into the press room after his team’s 83-64 loss to IU, the smile was still there. “It’s the first time I’ve lost a game here, and I’m not sad,” he said. “I’m disappointed.” Davis’ Texas Southern squad was put in an early hole by a stellar first-half performance from IU freshman guard Robert Johnson.
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Freshman forward Max Hoetzel reaches for the ball during IU’s game against Texas Southern on Monday at Assembly Hall. The Hoosiers won 83-64.
The freshman tallied 17 points, adding three rebounds and four assists in 19 minutes. Johnson finished with 21 points to lead all scorers. SEE BASKETBALL, PAGE 6
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