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Welcome to IU from your Dean Dear New Student, As you begin at IU, you will be challenged as never before. College is not a spectator sport. The more effort you put into it, the richer and more meaningful your education will be. There are many people here to help you; there are many opportunities to get involved. Choose to become involved with those people who can add to your education and become involved in those things that will take you toward your goals. Do not be afraid to ask questions or to ask for help. Most of all, enjoy the IU experience. — Pete Goldsmith, dean of students
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Advice — 3 Indiana Memorial Union — 4 Landmarks — 5 Herman B Wells — 8 Famous alumni — 9 Welcome Week — 10 Night safety — 16 Navigating around IU — 18 Meet your administration — 46 Tech support, Health Center — 48 IU Fight Song — 53
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Culture centers — 12 Faith centers — 13 Kinsey Institute —17 Arts on campus, Upcoming shows — 24 Lotus World Music Festival — 26 Study abroad — 27
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IU Glossary — 22 Study spots, Textbooks — 30 Pass your classes — 47 Individualized Major Program — 50
Dorm Dining — 14 IU bucket list — 20 Greek life — 23 Fight the Freshman 15 — 32 Workouts — 33 Rec Sports — 36 Sports to watch — 37 Survival Guide — 38 Packing list — 39 Dorm décor — 40 IU on Twitter — 45 Money matters, Free stuff — 41 Little 500 — 42 How to not look like a freshman — 44
Downtown Bloomington — 6 Best of Bloomington — 21 Friday night — 28 Music venues — 34 Advertiser index — 56
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From a fluffy collie dog to a live, raging bull, IU’s mascot has taken many forms over the years. None of those stuck, so today there is no official mascot. Instead, we’re simply known as the “Hoosiers,” a nickname for natives or residents of Indiana. For more on IU’s mascot attempts and failures, read online at idsnews.com/hoosier.
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Congratulations, you made it. Finished are the four long years of high school, grueling hours of SAT testing, admission essays and scholarship applications. Welcome to college. And more so, welcome to IU. We’re glad to have you here in the place so many of us call home. I remember my freshman year move-in day, driving south to Bloomington with my parents’ car packed to the brim with Target’s “dorm room essentials.” I felt completely overwhelmed by the fact I was somehow old enough to be in college already. I needed someone to tell me what to expect, and that I should
have left that under-the-bed box and three-drawer organizer at home. This guide’s made for you, by students who were once in your exact place. We’re here to give you an idea of what to expect and to say, hey, leave that under-the-bed box at home. I can’t tell you everything, but I can tell you this: the next four years are going to go fast; you’re going to grow and learn in so many ways, but through it all, I hope you, too, learn to call IU home. Best of luck, and see you on campus! — Dianne Osland, special publications editor
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“Reach out and become involved. There are a number of leadership opportunities and that is a great way for domestic and international students to be actively involved. I feel that general advice that applies to all new students is to look for opportunities that foster personal and professional growth in a positive way, and to utilize the resources available to them to be successful as a college student.” Sandy Britton, assistant director for international student life, Office of International Services
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Words of wisdom “I would encourage students to be open to discover what their own sexuality might mean to them in healthy ways, but also to value and respect the differences they encounter. It makes for a full and enriched college experience. My sense is that students today are much more open to value the differences they are exposed to. Don’t assume everyone is the same, don’t be afraid to ask questions in a respectful way. I think when people do that, they’re really delighted to give positive responses.” Doug Bauder, coordinator of GLBT Student Support Services
“Don’t bring your car. Bloomington is a very walkable and bikeable campus. There is also bus service available throughout campus and the surrounding community. IUSA sponsors Zimride, a social-networking based ride-share program that matches passengers with drivers. You’ll be glad of all the money you saved on gas and insurance.” Bill Brown, director of sustainability
“This is a perfect time to explore new ideas and figure out what values you want to live, work and play by — a tall order. What kind of self and world do you want? What do others do that you admire and respect? Be careful with yourself and others, even when you are taking risks.”
People ranging from first-years to leaders from across campus offer advice on how to prepare and make the most of your time at IU. From the practical to the philosophical, they’ve got you covered.
“Take advantage of all the world class cultural resources IU has to offer. IU’s arts scene rivals that of a big city! Your life as a student will be so enhanced and your education as a citizen of the world will be greatly enlarged. Good luck!”
“The number one thing we talk about is starting early. Career planning starts the first semester of your freshman year, mainly because you’re learning more about yourself and learning more about the world of work, so that by the time you get to the end of your sophomore year and you start looking for internships, you’ll have a better idea of what kind of careers you want to go into.” Pat Donahue, director of the Career Development Center
Adelheid Gealt, director of the IU Art Museum
“It’s not too early to work on your IU bucket list. These four years go by very fast, and I really encourage all the freshmen to take advantage of what a major Big Ten research university has to offer, and get out of their comfort zones and try things they haven’t tried before. This is a special time in your lives when you’re unattached and don’t have a lot of responsibilities. Have fun pursuing your degree, and don’t look back wishing you had taken advantage of things you wished you didn’t take advantage of when you were in Bloomington.”
“Be responsible. With that said, it is understood that college is a learning experience — academically and socially. No one will always make good choices. How one reacts to these errors in judgment determines whether or not they are ready to be considered mature adults. When it becomes painfully obvious that they chose poorly, they must be accountable for their words and/or actions.” Laury Flint, interim chief of police for IU Police Department
“I think that one of the best things students can do in their freshman year is to get involved. Being involved is a great way to create a network of friends, learn soft skills that cannot be picked up in a classroom, and gives one a sense of ownership and connection to the IU campus.” Jose Mitjavila, IUSA president
Fred Glass, director of IU Athletics
“Try and make friends outside of the group from your high school. People change a lot in four years, you will too, so try and embrace it. The people who you meet your first week on campus or even during the first year might not be who you end up being close friends with all four years. That’s okay, too! Just be aware, don’t burn bridges and meet as many people as possible.” Jared Thomas, Union Board president
Julia Heiman, director of the Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender and Reproduction
“Don’t let your short-term social activities distract you from your long-term goals. Have a social life, by all means, but don’t be defined by it.” Sean Jordan, Interfraternity Council interim president
“I would encourage incoming students to take advantage of the diversity on IU’s campus. Meet and interact with people of different ethnicities, faiths and nationalities. It will help you develop as a person and give you insight into the world we live in.” Eric Love, director of diversity education
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The Indiana Memorial Union can seem like a labyrinth, but there’s mystery and history within its walls beyond the confusing passageways. The next time you’re standing in line at Starbucks, consider that about 50 years ago, you would have been ordering from the Biddle Hotel’s front desk. Or the next time you’re by the “Fire of Hospitality” in the South Lounge, think about how it’s been burning since 1939. The Union is full of secrets, and Thomas Simmons, IMU associate director, is one of its keepers. These are just a few of the sections.
3. THE BURIED RIFLE RANGE Directly beneath Dunn Meadow Café is the now dormant rifle range of the IMU, complete with a gun vault and targets. It was formerly used by students, especially those in the ROTC.
1. KP WILLIAMS DINING ROOM Named for the distinguished mathematics professor and founder of IU’s formal ROTC program, the Kenneth Powers Williams Dining Room is nestled within the Union’s third floor. Because it is so tiny and compact, the room’s antique table seats only 10 guests.
5. MEMORIAL ROOM The room outside Starbucks hosts the two oldest artifacts in the building: two stained glass windows, one of which dates back to 1920 and was donated by Hoosier novelist Booth Tarkington’s home. At the heart of the Memorial Room is the Golden Book that records the names of the men and women of IU who served in the wars of the Republic.
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2. FEDERAL ROOM Hidden behind a nondescript, closed door is the Federal Room, an ornate colonial dining room and parlor. Instead of wallpaper, the parlor is lined with woodblock prints of French origin that depict early scenes of American history. On the wall hangs the “Unfinished Portrait.” It is a painting of Mary Burnet, who is known for her contributions to the art movement in Indiana during the early 1900s, Simmons said. She received an honorary master’s degree from IU in 1933.
4. ALUMNI HALL DRESSING ROOMS In the 1930s and ‘40s, this was home to IU’s theatrical performances. The stage in Alumni Hall is just the front door to the maze of outdated dressing rooms and neglected stairwells.
6. THE STUDENT ACTIVITIES TOWER, EIGHTH FLOOR The eighth floor of the Student Activities Tower, the summit of the Union only accessible via stairs, is home to the Fletchall Room and the Bryan Room. The Union Board used to conduct meetings in the Fletchall Room in the 1930s, but they can now be rented out to any student organization willing to make the trek.
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INSIDE THE INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION At 500,000 sq. ft., the IMU is one of the largest student unions in the world, and within its limestone walls lie more than 80 years of campus history. But don’t take it from us: find these rooms for yourself and uncover some of the IMU’s hidden secrets. SOURCE INSIDE MAGAZINE, “THE SECRETS ISSUE” SPRING 2012
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Landmarks on Campus
Where to ďŹ nd IU’s most famous statues, buildings, and monuments — and the traditions behind them
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Where In the Fine Arts Plaza, in front of the IU Auditorium and between the Lilly Library and School of Fine Arts
The legend When IU bought the land from the Dunn family there were three stipulations. Their family plots could not be moved, which is why there are two cemeteries on campus. There are no live burials anymore, and most of the plots are recognizable IU names. The second stipulation was that for every tree IU cut down to construct a building, one had to be planted in its place. Herman B Wells later said for every tree cut down, two trees must be replanted. The final stipulation was that IU could not move the Dunn family’s “Sweetheart Tree,� which currently stands inside the chemistry building. HERMAN B WELLS STATUE Where Sitting on a bench on the west side of campus, near the Sample Gates The legend Herman B Wells was one of the greatest presidents in IU’s history. At freshmen orientation, parents are told if they shake Wells’ outstretched hand, their student will graduate in four years. Because the sculptor was a University of Minnesota grad, under the brim of Wells’ hat is inscribed “Go Gophers.�
The legend The fountain depicts the Birth of Venus. On the night of IU’s last NCAA championship in 1987, students came to celebrate at Showalter Fountain and stole all of the fish that surround her. Four of the original fish were found, and although another one was recast in spring 2011, the fifth original fish continues to elude the IU administration.
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BRYAN HOUSE Where Next to Ballantine Hall, behind Delta Gamma The legend The Bryan House is typically the home of IU’s president. President Michael McRobbie and his wife, Laurie Burns McRobbie, use the house as an office. A house cat, Hermie, is known to be a protector of the grounds. The Bryan House also hosts a reception for incoming freshmen and outgoing seniors to talk to the administration about their IU life. The landscape around the house reflects the theme of the president at the time. McRobbie’s theme is sustainability. BECK CHAPEL
THE ROSE WELL HOUSE Where In Old Crescent, near Wylie and Owen halls and Dunn Woods The legend Built in 1908, the Rose Well House was originally part of the old College Building. Legend states that an IU female is not an official co-ed until she is kissed under the house for the twelve strokes of midnight. Another myth is that a couple will be together forever if they kiss at midnight on Valentine’s Day.
Where Across from Ballantine Hall and the Chemistry Building The legend Completed in 1956, Beck Chapel is IU’s non-denominational chapel on campus. It holds copies of the Bible, Quran and Torah, and is open 24/7 during finals week. Many IU sweethearts marry inside, but the wait list is one year, said Allison Williams, reservationist at the chapel.
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Bloomington has a number of places students can explore Tibetan culture including Anyetsang’s Little Tibet restaurant and the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center, 3655 S. Snoddy Rd.
CACTUS FLOWER 322 E. Kirkwood Ave. Bloomington’s one-stop shop for vintage lovers, this store has the latest trends on the first floor while the upstairs looks like your hip grandmother’s attic (just not as dusty).
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ANYETSANG’S LITTLE TIBET 415 E. Fourth St. Bloomington’s Fourth Street plays host to a spread of ethnic restaurants, but Little Tibet is one known for its traditional mo-mo dumplings. Don’t forget to ask for extra ginger soy sauce.
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IU SAMPLE GATES IU’s iconic structure, the Sample Gates serve as the entrance to the oldest part of campus, the Old Crescent. Walking through the gates at sunset, take a moment to pause, facing Kirkwood, to appreciate the beauty of Bloomington. GRAPHIC BY RYAN CARROLL | IDS
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NICK’S ENGLISH HUT 423 E. Kirkwood Ave.
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Few Hoosiers have left Bloomington without setting foot in this establishment. With old newspaper clippings, IU decor and televisions always set to that day’s big game, Nick’s epitomizes the IU spirit. For those over 21, make sure to play a round of Sink the Biz.
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This local bagel shop has now been in business for more than 15 years. The bagels are boiled fresh in-house daily, and the selection of schmears and toppings will never bore your taste buds.
BUFFALOUIE’S 114 S. Indiana Ave. Any wings lover should make his or her way to this Bloomington favorite, with its flavorful sauces and IU-centric decor. BuffaLouie’s also has live entertainment, including jazz combos, throughout the week. IU legend Hoagy Carmichael, composed the song “Stardust” here in 1927.
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The legacy of HERMAN B WELLS BY MICHAEL AUSLEN mauslen@indiana.edu
Before Herman B Wells took charge of IU as president in 1938, the University was just a small midwestern college with 11,000 students. By the time he died in 2000, it had become a world-renowned institution with more than 90,000 students on eight campuses. “He put Indiana University on the map,” James Capshew, associate professor of history and philosophy of science and author of a Wells biography, said. “Not just in the Big Ten, but nationally and internationally.” Wells served as the 11th president of IU from 1938 to 1962 and as chancellor from 1962 until he passed away in 2000. He came here as a student in 1921 and fell in love with the campus, Capshew said. “When he became president, he was determined to offer students a similar experience to what he had,” Capshew said. Wells is known for making some of the most substantial changes to the University that helped make it what it is today.
“He created, I think, a very extraordinary culture in Bloomington,” Chancellor Emeritus Ken Gros Louis, a man who knew Wells, said. “The most recently hired custodian was as important to him as the most distinguished professor.” There are many stories about Wells’ successful desegregation efforts in Bloomington and on campus, and they were all done in a similar, nontraditional fashion. “He didn’t rustle feathers,” Capshew said. “He found a way to remove barriers.” During the early part of his presidency, The Gables, a restaurant originally located on Indiana Avenue, did not serve black students. Wells called the owner of the restaurant and asked him to serve blacks. The owner refused. “Wells said, ‘I understand, but I hope you will understand if I make The Gables offlimits to all students,’” Gros Louis said. “The owner started serving black students.” Wells was also the driving force behind IU recruiting the first black basketball player in
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Famous Hoosier Alumni CAREER READY: Graduation is only four years away make sure you’re
Today IU boasts more than 570,000 living alumni — some names are more familiar than others. Here are a few, past and present, you might recognize:
EVAN BAYH The son of former U.S. Senator Birch Bayh, Bayh followed in his father’s political footsteps. After serving as Governor of Indiana from 1989 to 1997, the 1978 Kelley School of Business grad was a U.S. Senator from 1999 to 2011.
RYAN MURPHY Murphy has been at the helm of hit television shows such as “Nip/Tuck,� “Glee� and “American Horror Story.� While at IU, he wrote for the Indiana Daily Student and was a member of the Singing Hoosiers.
JOSHUA BELL A Bloomington native, Bell is a Grammy award-winning violinist. In 2007, the Jacobs School of Music alumnus joined the faculty as a senior lecturer.
WILL SHORTZ Shortz, now the editor of the New York Times daily crossword puzzle, graduated from IU in 1974. He participated in the Individualized Major Program, creating a curriculum for “enigmatology,� which is the study of puzzles. Read Inside Magazine’s Q&A with Shortz at idsnews.com/inside/.
HOAGY CARMICHAEL This famous jazz pianist and composer actually attended IU’s Maurer School of Law, earning his degree in 1926. Carmichael worked with the likes of Bix Beiderbecke and Louis Armstrong. His most notable works are “Stardust� and “Georgia On My Mind.� SUZANNE COLLINS After graduating from IU with a double major in Drama and Telecommunications, Collins worked on several Nickelodeon shows including “Clarissa Explains It All� and “The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo.� Recently, she’s seen major success as the author of the bestselling “The Hunger Games� series. BOOKER T. JONES The leader of Stax’s house band Booker T. & The MGs spent much of his IU career driving between Bloomington and Memphis, Tenn., to play with his band on the weekends. The award-winning composer of “Green Onions,� Jones was recently IU’s 2012 Spring Commencement speaker, where he also received an honorary doctorate degree from Jacobs.
MARK SPITZ This Olympic gold medalist swimmer, who won seven medals in 1972, has only been surpassed by Michael Phelps, who won eight in 2008. While at IU, Spitz trained with legendary coach Doc Counsilman, and won eight individual NCAA titles.
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MICHAEL USLAN Uslan is a producer of the Batman movies. An avid comic book collector, he donated his entire collection of over 30,000 comics to the Lilly Library in 2005. Read the IDS’ interview with Uslan idsnews.com/news/story. aspx?id=83751. JAMES D. WATSON Watson is famous for his co-discovery of the structure of DNA with Francis Crick in 1953, and went on to write 1968’s best-seller “The Double Helix.� Three years prior to his and Crick’s discovery, Watson received his Ph.D. in Zoology from IU.
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Welcome Week
Looking to get involved on campus? Check out these events to jumpstart your college career
These activities might seem like “forced fun,” but Welcome Week is a great opportunity to learn your way around campus and experience all IU has to offer. Take advantage of the free food, tours and advice while you can. If you don’t, by the end of the first week you’ll wish you had. (And hey, it’s better than just sitting in your dorm room.) All students living on campus will receive a Welcome Week booklet with the official Welcome Week schedule when they check in to their residence center. The schedule and booklet will also be available online at fye.indiana.edu in August. Some highlights include: WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 Residence Halls open, 8 a.m. Freshman Induction Ceremony, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Families are invited, and a picnic follows. New students will attend floor meetings in their residence halls. Off-campus freshmen and transfer students will have meetings in the evening. Social events will take place at each residence center. THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 Hutton Honors students and Groups students will attend required meetings. Academic Orientation, followed by receptions, 3-4 p.m. Some will vary, so check your Welcome Week booklet. CultureFest, a celebration of culture and diversity at IU, will take place at 4:30 p.m. Stop by for music, henna tattoos and food from around the world. pLaY iT Up, a game night at Herman B Wells library, 9 p.m. to midnight. Come see the library in a new way and play anything from Guitar Hero to ping pong with your friends. FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 Job fairs for both work study and nonwork study jobs, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. University Division students will attend advising meetings at assigned times. Open houses and fairs, noon to 3 p.m. This is the time to really get out and explore
ALSO LOOK FOR IU Student Involvement Fair, Sept. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Greek life recruitment info meetings Museum open houses Student organization call out meetings LotusFest, Sept. 26-29 Culture center open houses Freshman Family Weekend, Sept. 20-22 Placement/credit testing opportunities Academic meetings FYE’s Trading Laces kickoff For a comprehensive Welcome Week schedule, check out the Office of First Year Experiences website, fye.indiana.edu. For a list of activities throughout the year, check out idsnews.com/happenings.
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the Indiana Memorial Union — and do it with free food, karaoke, games and prizes. Midnight Madness, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Hop on a free shuttle to a local store to take advantage of the deals and stock up on all the essentials you forgot at home. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 New Student Service Day. Get involved with your new community and take a break from the move-in madness to volunteer. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people while working on service projects around town. Welcome Week concert. Artist TBA.
your campus. Libraries, culture centers and academic support centers will be open with refreshments and tours. You can tour with a resident assistant or Welcome Week assistant, or you can explore on your own. RecFest, an intramural sports festival, 1-3 p.m. at the School of Public Health. Find out about everything from club sports to personal training.
Sex, Drugs and Rock ’n’ Roll, noon to 3 p.m. Traditions and Spirit of IU, 4:30 p.m. at Assembly Hall. Learn about all things Cream and Crimson, from the fight song to the cheers, to prepare yourself to show your IU spirit. Taste of the Union, 6 p.m. Get to know your way through the heart of campus —
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 FaithFest. Get to know all of the unique and diverse religious groups on campus and in Bloomington. Residence Hall floor meetings, returning students included. FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES IU Guides will help students make their way to classes for the first two days. IU Student Involvement Fair, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. IU football season opener against Indiana State, Thursday, Aug. 29, 7 p.m.
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The Indiana Memorial Union 路 The Center of Campus Life
Welcome to the Indiana Memorial Union, your home away from home. The Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is a vibrant gathering place for the IU community. Not only is the IMU the center of campus life, it is also one of the largest student unions in the world. It is home to Union Board, which organizes many campus events and activities, such as concerts, lectures, and film screenings. The IMU offers recreation activities such as bowling and billiards at the Back Alley, and bouldering and outdoors trips at IU Outdoor Adventures. It has a variety of dining options including Starbucks, Burger King, Pizza Hut, Baja Fresh, and more. The IMU also houses the IU Bookstore, ATM machines, IU Credit Union, The UPS Store, 900 Hair Salon, and other services. Families and alumni frequently stay at the IMU Biddle Hotel and Conference Center. The IMU even has several lounges and convenient places to hang out with friends or just relax, and a Student Technology Center for studying.
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Culture centers provide diversity IU has many culture centers located all around campus. Here are just a few. NEAL-MARSHALL BLACK CULTURE CENTER 275 N. Jordan Ave. nmbcc.indiana.edu/ The Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center is a resource for all IU students. The center increases awareness about issues facing African Americans through outreach programs and events. It is named after the first male and female black students to graduate from IU, Marcellus Neal and Frances Marshall. ASIAN CULTURE CENTER 807 E. 10th St. indiana.edu/~acc/ The Asian Culture Center aims to promote awareness and understanding of Asian and Asian-American cultures, history and issues. Look for the ACC to be represented around campus and watch for its programs during the year, such as the “Over a Cup of Tea” lecture series, a celebration of Asian Pacific Heritage Month and a free Asian language learning program.
FIRST NATIONS EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL CENTER 400 Sunrise Dr. indiana.edu/~fnecc/ The First Nations Educational and Cultural Center assists in connecting students and building a Native American community within IU. According to its website, the center attempts to create a “free zone” where all supporters of First Nations, regardless of race, can come together. HELENE G. SIMON HILLEL CENTER 730 E. Third St. iuhillel.org/ The Hillel Center strives to make sure Jewish students on campus have a “home away from home.” According to the center’s website, it is dedicated to helping Jewish students express their culture in “traditional and creative ways.” The center contains workout facilities, learning resources and kosher dining facilities. It also provides Shabbat dinner and holiday meals.
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LA CASA LATINO CULTURAL CENTER 715 E. Seventh St. indiana.edu/~lacasa/ La Casa is a home away from home for many Latino and non-Latino students across campus. The center promotes academic excellence, personal growth and cultural pride through support services and programming. In addition, it works as an advocacy office and link for Latinos and puts on film screenings, lecture series and cultural activities.
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Finding your faith Religious organizations present worship opportunities Here is a sample of religious organizations in Bloomington. You can also visit the Campus Religious Leaders Association website at carlaiu.org or the IDS religious directory at idsnews.com/religious for a more extensive selection. BAHA’I Baha’i Association of Indiana University and Baha’i Faith Community Center 424 S. College Mall Rd. bloomingtonbahai.org
JEWISH Hillel Foundation — Helene G. Simon Hillel Center 730 E. Third St. iuhillel.org
CATHOLIC Newman Center: Saint Paul Catholic Church 1413 E. 17th St. hoosiercatholic.org
KOREAN METHODIST CHURCH (KMC) Church of Jesus Love (Korean) 219 E. Fourth St. yesarangchurch.org
BAPTIST Baptist Collegiate Ministry iubcm.org
LUTHERAN Lutheran Campus Ministry at IU 314 S. Rose Ave. indiana.edu/~lutheran/
BUDDHIST (TIBETAN) Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center and Kumbum Chamtse Ling Temple 3655 Snoddy Rd. tibetancc.com CHRISTIAN INTER-DENOMINATIONAL The Navigators iunavs.com/ EPISCOPAL-ANGLICAN Episcopal (Anglican) Campus Ministry 719 E. Seventh St. indiana.edu/~canterby
Âť WELLS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 the Big Ten. He stood up against powerful figures, such as the governor, in defense of Alfred Kinsey, whose controversial research into human sexuality drew criticism from big name leaders locally and internationally. As president and chancellor, Wells kept in mind the future growth of the University and realized that because the institution would far outlive him, he ought to provide for its future. The board of trustees criticized Wells when he bought the land upon which Assembly Hall now rests, Gros Louis said. “That’s the kind of vision he had,â€? Gros Louis said, “And it’s why IU’s campus is so centralized.â€? The first building Wells had constructed as president was the IU Auditorium. “He said he built it because he wanted to tell students, especially students from rural Indiana, that the world was available to them,â€? Gros Louis said. That same spirit of global education was what led Wells to find instructors who could come from other countries and teach at IU.
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of LATTER-DAY SAINTS Bloomington Institute of Religion 333 S. Highland Ave. Lds.org UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Universalist Church and Campus Ministry 2120 N. Fee Lane uubloomington.org
“Indiana University built the strongest foreign language program of any university in the nation,� Capshew said. “That really got started with Wells after World War II.� But beyond providing for its future, Wells genuinely cared about the University’s students, Capshew said. Wells developed a reputation for remembering people’s names, even if they had only met once, and he frequently took strolls around campus to meet students. In his old age, when he was not able to do that anymore, his assistants helped him. “He really led through that empathy, that fellow feeling that he had for students and faculty,� Capshew said. Today, Wells is still remembered on campus. The main library is named in his honor, and a bronze statue of him sits on a bench in the Old Crescent looking over Dunn Woods, an area he banned the University from developing. “He’s the one that made what I think is a very special culture,� Gros Louis said. “The time will come when nobody living will remember him, but he’ll still be remembered because of what he did for this University.�
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How to Safely Ride the Bus IU Campus Bus Service provides public transportation for the IU Bloomington campus.
For your SAFETY: s 7AIT AT DESIGNATED BUS STOPS ONLY "USES MAY ONLY board or alight passengers at designated stops. s "OARD AT THE &2/.4 DOOR ONLY s -OVE TO THE REAR OF THE BUS AFTER BOARDING SO THAT AS MANY AS POSSIBLE MAY BOARD THE BUS s $O NOT STAND FORWARD OF THE WHITE LINE IN THE FRONT OF THE BUS 4HIS IS A FEDERAL SAFETY REGULATION TO ALLOW THE bus driver a clear ďŹ eld of vision. s 0ULL THE STOP REQUEST CORD TO SIGNAL THE DRIVER YOU WOULD LIKE TO EXIT AT THE NEXT STOP s %XIT AT THE 2%!2 DOOR 4HIS WILL EXPEDITE THE BOARDING of passengers. s $O NOT CROSS IN FRONT OF THE BUS AFTER EXITING 7AIT UNTIL THE BUS HAS PULLED AWAY FROM THE BUS STOP AND YOU have a clear ďŹ eld of vision in both directions before crossing the street.
Visit our website prior to coming to campus at iubus.indiana.edu. You may also visit our table at IU Auditorium during your Orientation this summer.
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RPS dining offers variety of meal options across campus
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The Collins dining hall is one of many locations for students with a meal plan to grab a bite. There are a variety of other options in dorms and buildings around campus.
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NORTHWEST NEIGHBORHOOD Gresham Food Court at Foster Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends By far the main attraction of dining in the northwest neighborhood, the Gresham Food Court has more than 10 food counters ready for dine-in or carryout. Try the freshly-wrapped sushi or made-to-order burritos. Hoosier Den at Gresham Open 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily A late-night bakery, pizza joint and sausage grill all rolled into one, the Hoosier Den is a smaller, relaxed atmosphere made to grab a slice or two. You may even find time for a game of pool. Crimson Creamery at Gresham Open 4 to 11 p.m. daily Stop by the Creamery for generous scoops of ice cream, gelato, milkshakes and smoothies. Hoosier Cafe & Store at McNutt Open 8 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday Noon to midnight Saturday and Sunday Like little mini-markets, these places have tons of non-perishable foods as well as bread, milk and ice cream. You’ll also find cough syrup, tissues or a stick of deodorant to replace the one you lost. There’s also a cafe that serves up hot subs or sandwiches, soup and salad. Or, breakfast is served with a bagel or muffin and cup of Starbucks coffee made just for you by the barista.
Edmondson Dining Room at Collins Open for brunch 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. There are also brunches 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Some people say the Edmondson Dining Room looks like IU’s version of Hogwarts. And while we see some resemblance between Collins’ gnome mascot and Professor Dumbledore, you should probably see for yourself. Collins serves two buffet-style meals per day and is perfect for the days when all you want is something home-cooked. Vegetarians and vegans will also love eating here for its many dishes made without meat or animal products. Deli at Collins Open Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday If you live in Collins, the deli is your onestop breakfast joint. If you’re around for lunch, you’ll love the sandwiches made to order. But maybe the best secret of the Collins deli is the lunchtime grill. The kitchen staff will cook you a burger, grilled cheese or fries on order. CENTRAL NEIGHBORHOOD Wright Food Court Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends As the largest food court on campus, the Wright Food Court can get pretty busy, especially at peak meal times. Plan accordingly. You may just fall in love with the Flamingo Grille’s spicy chicken sandwich or Pacific Rim’s stir fry, made to order. Hoosier Cafe & Store at Wright Open 10 a.m. to midnight weekdays, noon to midnight weekends Each RPS convenience store varies slightly, so if you can’t find something in one place, try another. Also, if they have them, eat a pizza pretzel. You won’t regret it.
Hoosier Cafe & Store at Eigenmann Open 7 a.m. to midnight, Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to midnight Sunday. Cool Beans at Eigenmann Open 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Let’s face it, college students rely on caffeine to make it through the week. This small coffeeshop brews Starbucks coffee, and the barista there will make you whatever fancy espresso drink you choose. Union Street Market Open 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m weekdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekends Right in between Eigenmann and Ashton, Union Street Market offers a variety of allnatural and organic packaged goods, as well as a salad bar, hot entree bar and deli. Don’t miss the fresh produce and made-to-order paninis.
Rose will serve Starbucks coffee and blended drinks similar to Cool Beans at Eigenmann. Hoosier Cafe & Store at Willkie Open 8 a.m. to midnight weekdays, noon to midnight weekends The largest convenience store on campus, Willkie has just about anything you could possibly keep or make in a dorm room. It’s full of microwave-friendly frozen meals and has the best cereal selection around. RPS KIOSKS Kiosks vary, but you can almost always count on one to provide you with coffee and a small meal. Bagels and muffins are plentiful in the morning, while salads and sandwiches are the big sellers during lunch. Jacobs School of Music Open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays Jordan Hall Open 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays
SOUTHEAST NEIGHBORHOOD El Bistro at Read Open 8:30 a.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 a.m. to midnight weekends Where else could you get a waffle topped with ice cream and a freshly wrapped burrito during the same meal? The food is made to order and is definitely worth the wait — especially for the burritos.
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The Restaurants at Woodland Hours TBA Brand new for Fall 2013, this dining facility in Forest is made up of nine micro-restaurants and will reportedly serve everything from stone-baked pizzas and chophouse steaks to build-your-own frozen yogurt.
SRSC Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday
Coffee at Rose Hours TBA A coffeeshop at the brand new residence hall
Wells Library Commons Café Open 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday
School of Informatics and Computing Open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays Ballantine Hall Open 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays
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Your first year:
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Team is a great opportunity to get involved with the IU community. Watch for more information about how you can work with New Student Orientation in 2014!
• Consider an IU Beginnings Adventure to start your year • Get started with the IU Bucket List • Attend FYE Programs and Events • Live the Indiana Promise • Explore your FYE Newsletters
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The ABCs of night safety BY AMELIA CHONG ameychong@indiana.edu
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Counter the Aggressor What happens when the danger is another person? If ever attacked by an aggressor, Leslie Slone, sergeant of investigations and self-defense instructor with IUPD, said you should stay mobile. It’s more difficult to catch a moving target.
We won’t talk you out of drinking on a Friday night. No one else will, either. College is about making decisions for yourself. We just want you to be safe. Here are a few things you should know if you do choose to attend that first big kegger. You probably think it would never happen to you, but drinking can be dangerous. According to 2010 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 25,692 alcohol-induced deaths, some of which occurred on this campus. People who are new to drinking typically have low tolerances for alcohol, so don’t overdo it. When you drink too much and pass out, your gag reflexes (which prevent choking) and your breathing can be suppressed. People who have drunk enough to pass out are at risk of choking to death on their own vomit or suffering from alcohol poisoning, which results in emergency room visits or sometimes, death. It’s important to know that if you see a
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Arrange for rides It’s 4 a.m., the party’s winding down, and you need to get home. What are your options? Take the Night Owl bus route, which runs on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Take a taxi. But most drivers don’t use meters, so depending on where you go, the fare can rise to a scary amount. The ideal situation would be to assign a designated driver among the group before heading out. Keep in mind tickets are not given after 2 a.m. west of Indiana Avenue or north of Fourth Street, which includes the lots behind BuffaLouie’s and Potbelly’s, said Doug Porter, parking manager at IU Parking Operations. But if you’re heading home from a late night of studying, IU Safety Escort operates Monday to Thursday, 8 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 8 to 11:45 p.m. All rides are free, but they will only drive you if the pick-up or drop-off locations are on campus.
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Kinsey Institute brings radical sex research to IU
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BY LAUREN MCCONNELL ljmcconn@indiana.edu
How men make decisions about sexual partners, how mood affects sexual arousal in women and what prevents couples from using condoms are only some of the topics on sex being researched at IU’s groundbreaking Kinsey Institute. The Institute has been a source of research and information about issues in sex, gender and reproduction since 1947. The Institute is named for IU’s Alfred Kinsey. Kinsey famously gathered histories of sexual behavior in thousands of interviews, which culminated in his book “Sexual Behavior in the Human Male,” published in 1948. This was followed by his “Sexual Behavior in the Human Female” in 1953. The volume “surprised everyone when it became a bestseller,” according to the Kinsey website. The Kinsey Institute offers a library, art collections, events, an active research program and the Kinsey Confidential Website. For example, the Kinsey Institute has 250 original prints by Wilhelm von Gloeden, who is known as the first photographer of the male nude. Open Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Gallery showcases select pieces from the Institute’s collection of art, artifacts and photography. Guided public tours are offered on certain Fridays. Reservations are required for public tours and can be made by calling
» PARTY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 friend who is showing signs or symptoms of alcohol poisoning, don’t hesitate to call 911. You won’t get in trouble for saving someone’s life. THE RISK Another issue that can come with college parties is sexual assault. As many as one in four college women experience unwanted sexual intercourse in the United States, and many of these incidents happen at or after parties. The danger comes from a difference in expectations between men and women, said Elizabeth Armstrong, an assistant professor of sociology, in a 2006 press release. The majority of sexual assaults involve alcohol. Here are some tips to help you out: Watch for people who pressure you to drink or seem overly enthusiastic about getting you drunk. Be careful with mixed punches or “Jungle Juice.” Their alcohol — or drug — content is often a mystery. Don’t leave your drink unattended.
Then pick a program that will take you places! IU’s Swahili Flagship Program is a one-of-a-kind language program that fits along side your major to match language learning with your field of study. Swahili Flagship features smaller class sizes and extra curricular activities that make this fun and easy-to-learn language so much more exciting than what you remember from high school! You will learn the language as it applies to your major, so that when you graduate you will be able use the language in your career!
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Alfred Kinsey founded his institute of sex, gender and reproduction research in 1947.
812-855-7686 or emailing kinsey@indiana. edu. Have questions about birth control, sexual dysfunction, condoms, orgasm or sexual assault? Kinsey Confidential is a blog and podcast website from The Kinsey Institute that provides information on sexual issues for college students. Questions can be submitted anonymously at kinseyconfidential.org.
Never leave a friend alone when they have had too much to drink. Make arrangements with friends to stick together and agree on when to intervene if things look like they’re getting out of hand. Stay in a public place, like the dance floor or seating area, and stay out of private rooms. Know where you are and how to get home. Always have cash for a cab and don’t rely on someone you don’t know to give you a ride. Trust your instincts. If you think someone is a creep, that person is most likely a creep. DID YOU KNOW... The IU Health Center has a Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS)? This service offers crisis intervention, individual and group counseling and educational programming. It is available for any member of the IU community for free. The service has a 24-hour telephone line, which will put you in touch with a specially trained counselor who can answer your questions and further assist you. The phone number is 812-855-8900. If you are in immediate danger, don’t hesitate to call 911.
You get to study abroad here! The beautiful island of Zanzibar is paradise on Earth! And you’ll spend an academic year studying amongst the sandy white beaches and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean, historical sultan’s palaces, and perhaps the friendliest people you’ll ever meet! You’ll also get hands-on experience in your field! Get real-world knowledge working in your field of study by pursuing an internship with professional organizations in Zanzibar. This resume-building work experience will give you an edge in the job market and get you one step closer to reaching your career goals!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. And your first step is to sign up for Swahili this Fall! Select Elementary Swahili (LING S101) when you register for Fall classes, and contact the Swahili Flagship Center for details on this AMAZING opportunity!
contact us: swaflag@indiana.edu • 812-855-3411
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Navigating campus on two wheels
B-town biking
Brought your bike? Buy a one-time $10 bike permit from IU Parking Operations. This registers your bike so if your ride ends up missing, you can easily file for stolen property with IUPD. Buying a bike? Consider shopping for a refurbished bike at the Bloomington Community Bike Project, where some are $40 to $50. Volunteering your time at the BCBP can not only teach you bike repair skills, but also earn you a bike for free.
BY JEFF LAFAVE jlafave@indiana.edu
Bloomington is crazy about bicycles. And you don’t have to be a Little 500 speedster to appreciate life on two wheels. We’re here to educate you on biking basics, starting in first gear. Try to keep up. “You can get anywhere on campus faster than with any other method of transportation,” Bikesmiths employee Erik Paavola said. “And it saves you a bunch of money.” Paavola said bike shops tend to experience a boom in customer interest during the spring as Bloomington’s weather usually improves from March to mid-April. As a result, many newbies find themselves riding in the streets for the first time, and sharing the road with trucks and buses can be downright intimidating. “People should not necessarily be afraid to ride in the street,” Paavola said. “Ride in the lane. Like, right in the lane. Because it’s your right to do that.” Riding a bicycle on the sidewalk is not only dangerous, it’s illegal in Indiana. Bloomington laws designate a “share the road” policy, treating cyclists as equals to motor vehicles. The only bicycles allowed to ride on the sidewalk are those designated as children’s bikes by the state of Indiana. “If you’re going to ride in the street, you’ve got to stop at stop signs and stoplights or people are going to think you’re an asshole,”
Beyond bikes If you don’t care for biking, there are still other options besides walking to navigate campus.
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Paavola said. Once bicyclists and commuters have mastered the laws of the road, the rest is up to preparation. Bloomington can reach temperatures of 90 degrees or more during spring and summer months, so dressing for success is key. “If you have a rack or panniers on your bike, putting your stuff there will keep you much cooler,” Paavola said. “When you’re carrying your backpack on your bike, you’re going to get really sweaty. It doesn’t allow you to breathe. Getting the backpack off you, initially, is going to be a big help. You don’t
need to get to class as fast as you can.” Another pro tip to safe cycling is making yourself visible. In addition to wearing bright clothing, most riders will recommend headlights and taillights for nighttime visibility. Flashing lights are often a special feature of these light kits which are programmed to capture the attention of drivers and pedestrians alike. Prices can vary, but most kits will cost from $15 to $35. Just as cars need signals, bicyclists should be aware of universal signaling gestures. The left arm
should be used to gesture your turning direction, with either an outstretched arm (left) or a bent arm pointing upwards (right). Lastly, the secret to being a happy cyclist is keeping your bike yours. Investing in a quality lock, like the Kryptonite or OnGuard brands, keeps bike thieves at bay. “If you have a bike that you found or bought on Craigslist for $5 or $10, do whatever with it,” Paavola said. “But if you spent any money on your bike, and your bike means something to you and you want to keep that bike, don’t buy a cable lock. Ever.”
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BUS SERVICE Free to students, IU and city buses pick up all around campus. If you live near the stadium, hop on the A or X buses. Residents of North Jordan and the extension can catch the B bus, while those on the south side should ride the D and E buses. City bus route 9 picks up at Wells Library and drops off at the College Mall. For more information visit, iubus.indiana.edu. DRIVING Freshmen are welcome to bring cars to campus, but should keep in mind they’ll most likely be parking at the stadium with an E parking permit. Turning in the housing contract early means D permits near the dorms may also be available for purchase. For more information, visit parking.indiana.edu.
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The bucket list BY AMANDA JACOBSON aj56@indiana.edu
FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE YEARS Jump in Showalter Fountain The Showalter Fountain is a monument to IU’s IDS FILE TO PHO
arts history, but it also is a major symbol of campus culture and
— sometimes lore. First designed by the late IU faculty member Robert Laurent in 1954, the fountain was inspired by bronze fountain groups in America and those he saw while on sabbatical in Rome. The sculpted fish sabba surrounding Venus are stolen almost surro annually, however, a simple dip in annu will suffice as a form of the fountain fo academic rebellion. acade Visit the tailgate fields Vis TThe tailgate fields are often synonymous with drinking and syn loud music, but the wide open lo sspace used for pre-football game fun is the place to be during football season. Remember to wake up early, wear a pair of shoes you don’t mind getting muddy, and stay m out of the way of the excise police. ou See “Rocky Horror Picture Se Show” at The Buskirk-Chumley Show Each year around Halloween, Ea Rocky Horror Picture Show is the R performed at the Buskirk-Chumley perfo Theater. This tradition offers costume Theat contests, interactive performances conte and aan all-around fun time for all. Don’t mention it’s your first time,
You’ve heard about the nightlife at IU, but what happens during the day? Here are some suggestions on how to spend your ample time here.
unless you want to be brought on stage for a special “initiation” ceremony. Go to a Hoosiers Game You’ll always remember your first IU basketball game. The roar of the crowd in Assembly Hall, the fast pace of the game and the IU fight song will surely inspire you to become a lifelong fan. Pick a favorite player and let your Hoosier pride shine. Use the bathroom at Soma Located on the corner of Grant Street and Kirkwood Avenue, Soma Coffee House and Juice Bar sports some colorful and amusing bathroom décor, which changes every so often. The toilet sits upon a stage-like platform, a pair of upside down mannequin legs holds toilet paper rolls and a mosaic decorates one wall. When your parents come to visit, let them experience it for themselves. JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEARS
its food, sports bar atmosphere and the infamous game, “Sink the Biz.” The main objective is to keep a small beer glass — the “Biz” — afloat in a bucket full of beer, while each person take turns pouring a small amount of beer into it. The first one in your group to sink the “Biz” into the water has to drink his or her entire beer. Be sure to order a side of seasoned Biz fries to enjoy as you play. Try a Signature Drink Every bar has its signature drink. The AMF at the Upstairs Pub is one of Bloomington’s most famous, with its electric blue color and combination of who-knows-howmany different liquors. Another B-Town favorite is the Hairy Bear at Bear’s Place. This potent, orangehued drink is said to be an acquired taste, but you should try it at least once to see if it’s for you. Finally, there’s the Bluebird Nightclub’s Dirty Bird. This mammoth drink is a favorite of locals and show goers at the local bar/music venue.
Play Sink the Biz at Nick’s Nick’s English Hut is notorious for
Go to the Quarries As a tribute to Bloomington’s limestone history and Breaking Away nostalgia, many people choose to visit the old quarries, now filled with water, sunken construction equipment and utility vehicles. Although jumping from the Rooftop ledge — the location which is disclosed solely by word of mouth — is popular, it is also very dangerous. A history of injuries, diving deaths and arrests is tied to this secret location, but the quarry is also a popular hangout and party spot during the summer. Eat breakfast at the Runcible Spoon The Runcible Spoon is famed for its commitment to locally brewed and sourced coffees, fresh food and eclectic atmosphere, but the breakfast menu is definitely its specialty. The range of options includes eggs, sausage, corned beef hash, mimosas and chai lattes. Go here to cure a hangover, study with friends or enjoy the patio on a spring day. Given the size of their portions, you’re sure to leave with another serving for later in the day.
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Each year, the WEEKEND section of the Indiana Daily Student asks readers what places, people and things are the best in Bloomington.
These are this past year’s answers. For more dining suggestions, check out the IDS Dining Scene, online at idsnews.com/dining.
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BEST PIZZA Mother Bear’s Pizza 1428 E. Third St.
BEST CLOTHING STORE Urban Outfitters 530 E. Kirkwood Ave.
BEST BREAKFAST Village Deli 409 E. Kirkwood Ave.
BEST PLACE TO LIVE South Side BEST LOCAL COFFEE Soma Coffee House and Juice Bar 322 E. Kirkwood Ave.
BEST BAR Kilroy’s on Kirkwood 503 E. Kirkwood Ave.
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BEST MUSIC VENUE Bluebird Nightclub 216 N. Walnut St.
BEST ETHNIC Siam House 430 E. Fourth St.
BEST DORM FOOD COURT Wright
BEST FAST FOOD Taco Bell 3001 E. Third Street
BEST FAKE TWITTER ACCOUNT @TheBigHandsome
BEST WINGS BuffaLouie’s at the Gables 114 S. Indiana Ave.
BEST LOCAL DRINK Hairy Bear
BEST BURGER Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream 480 N. Morton St.
BEST FOOD TRUCK Big Cheeze
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Pizza X 1791 E. 10th St.
BEST DRINKING GAME Sink the Biz
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Baked! of Bloomington 313 E. Third St.
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Just FYI An IU glossary
Here are a few key terms that are useful to know around campus, so read and memorize. There might be a quiz.
Minnesota, Ohio State, Michigan, Michigan State, Penn State, Northwestern, Iowa and Nebraska. Rutgers and Maryland will join in 2014. BURSAR The office that bills tuition and room and board fees. The Bursar’s office is located in Poplars Building W100, 400 E. Seventh St.
A&H Courses categorized as Arts and Humanities by the College of Arts and Sciences.
CAMPUS ACCESS In addition to being your photo ID, your Campus Access card serves as yours library card, bus pass, residence hall meal card and debit card.
ACADEMIC PROBATION Occurs when a student’s cumulative grade point average for a semester falls below 2.0.
COAS The College of Arts and Sciences, sometimes simply referred to as “the College.”
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B-SCHOOL The Kelley School of Business.
CUTTER Originally, the word “cutter” was an insult to stone cutters who worked in one of Bloomington’s limestone quarries. Now, a cutter is a term that can refer to a Bloomington resident or to the men’s Little 500 bike team, the race champions from 2007 to 2011.
BIG TEN The collegiate athletic conference of which IU is a member. The other schools in the Big Ten are Purdue, Illinois, Wisconsin,
GLBTSSS The Office of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Student Support Services provides support, information and advocacy for po-
Associate instructor. AUDIT Taking a class not for credit.
tential and current students as well as concerned parents and curious parties. The office also offers counseling services and programming throughout the year. GREEK SYSTEM The sororities and fraternities that make up about 20 percent of the IU student population. The houses’ names are combinations of letters from the Greek alphabet. IMU Indiana Memorial Union, often referred to as “the Union,” located at 900 E. Seventh St. IUSA IU Student Association, IU’s student government. IUSF IU Student Foundation; a nonprofit organization that raises funds for the University. IUSF sponsors IU Sing and the Little 500 bike race.
MAC Musical Arts Center, located at 101 N. Jordan Ave., across from Read Center. This venue is the site of Jacobs School of Music opera performances and IU Ballet Department shows. N&M Courses categorized as Natural and Mathematical Sciences by COAS. OFFICE HOURS Times that your professors set aside each week to be available to answer questions you have about their classes. ONESTART Onestart.iu.edu, a site that gives you access to your student e-mail account, schedule, transcript, grades and other University services.
LITTLE 5 The famous Little 500 bicycle race and the week of events surrounding it.
ONCOURSE Oncourse.iu.edu, an online portal for IU faculty and students to use to keep in contact for classes. Professors and students can post resources, set up message boards and more on pages made for each particular class.
LIL BUB Local cat known for her “perma-kitten” appearance and Internet celebrity status.
RPS Residential Programs and Services, the division that handles
all things related to a student’s living environment, including dorm rooms, meal plans and programming. S&H Courses categorized as Social and Historical Studies by COAS. SID Student ID number, used to access transcript or schedule online; sometimes required by professors when taking tests. SRSC Student Recreational Sports Center, located on Law Lane; 204,000 square-foot facility offering more than 400 workout machines in addition to other programs and courts for working out. UD University Division, the part of IU most freshmen are automatically admitted into and remain in until they are accepted by the school of their major. UITS University Information Technology Services, deals with all things computer and technology-related on campus.
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Going Greek?
IU is home to one of the largest Greek communities in the nation. But with four major councils, which one’s right for you? Here’s a rundown of all of the nationally recognized Greek organizations on campus to learn more before you rush.
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Roughly 20 percent of IU undergraduates participate in Greek life. All four Greek councils on campus have a strong foundation in philanthropy, scholarship and leadership, in addition to the social benefits. BY DIANNE OSLAND dosland@indiana.edu
PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION Minimum 2.7 GPA Follow: @IUBPHA For more information: iubpharecruitment.com PHA is composed of 21 sororities focusing on leadership, scholarship, philanthropy and sisterhood. Any freshman or sophomore woman may seek membership by first attending a Greek informational meeting on Nov. 3, 2013. Af-
ter registering for the PHA recruitment process, each woman will be assigned a recruitment counselor known as a Rho Gamma. IU PHA operates on a deferred recruitment process, meaning rush does not begin until second semester. This way, women are able to adjust to college life and develop good study habits and friendships their first semester before joining sorority life. Rush officially begins Jan. 9, 2014 with Open House, or “21 party,” where potential new members will visit all 21 PHA chapters.
After 21 party, potential members meet with their Rho Gammas and rank their favorite chapters. In the days following 21 party, women will go through three more stages of the rush process as they get to know the personalities and values of each chapter. Recruitment finishes with Bid Day, when women receive bids from respective sororities, and upon accepting the bids, they begin initiation. PHA president Anjulia Urasky said there are many benefits to going Greek.
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“You get lifelong friendships, leadership opportunities, and a supportive community,” Urasky said via email. “Members of a sorority or fraternity join for life it’s not just four years,” Urasky said.
GREEK FACTS Numbers of undergraduate students in Greek life: 20 percent. Annual number of community service/philanthropic projects: 580 Hours of service provided to community: 33,325 SOURCE indiana.edu/~gogreek
INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL Minimum 2.7 GPA Follow: @IUBIFC For more information: iubifc.com IFC is composed of 30 chapters and 3 colonies, new Greek organizations awaiting official approval
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IU art community thrives Bloomington is rich with a vibrant and diverse culture, and there are many opportunities to experience the performing and visual arts here on campus. From off-Broadway musicals to Picasso’s artwork to rare manuscripts, IU offers many chances to experience all types of art. Whether you’re a theater neophyte or have been going to museums for years, here is a sampling of how you can immerse yourself in the arts at IU.
production of “The Nutcracker.” It is regularly compared to the Metropolitan Opera in New York City and seats up to 1,460 patrons. For the 2013-14 season, the department has chosen six operas and three ballets, opening its season in September with W.A. Mozart’s “Le Nozzi di Figaro.”
IU CINEMA 1213 E. Seventh St. cinema.indiana.edu
Established in 1941, the IU Art Museum, with its unique angles, was built by I.M. Pei, who also designed the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum and the entrance to the Louvre. The museum houses pieces from nearly every culture and era, including works from Africa and ancient Greece and works by Pablo Picasso and Paul Strand. The museum is free and open to the public, and also has a cafe and gift shop. Upcoming exhibits include Polynesian barkcloth, which will run through Sept. 1, 2013.
The IU Cinema opened in January 2011 with state-of-theart technology, surround sound, custom decor and renovated panels of Thomas Hart Benton’s Indiana Murals. It has become a premier destination for film lovers in Bloomington and from around the area, with more than 150 films screened each semester, including new arthouse releases, film classics and foreign films. The cinema has also become IU’s center for the scholarly study of film. According to its website, the cinema is “the University’s first research facility where audiences can collectively revisit the cinematic works archived within Bloomington’s vast film print collections.” MUSICAL ARTS CENTER 101 N. Jordan Ave. music.indiana.edu/opera Home to the Jacobs School of Music’s Opera and Ballet Department, the Musical Arts Center (MAC) showcases many performances, including an annual
IU ART MUSEUM 1133 E. Seventh St. iub.edu/~iuam
THE LILLY LIBRARY 1200 E. Seventh St. indiana.edu/~liblilly Founded in 1960, the Lilly Library is one of the world’s largest rare book collections. housing more than 450,000 books and 7.5 million manuscripts. Notable pieces include a Gutenberg Bible, George Washington’s letter accepting the presidency, the first printed edition of Shakespeare’s works and typescripts of Ian Fleming’s “James Bond” novels. Past exhibits included “Poetry of Sylvia Plath,” “Spies and Secret Agents,” “Remembering Lincoln” and “The
Remarkable Characters of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.”
Big shows to look for in Bloomington area
LEE NORVELLE THEATRE AND DRAMA CENTER 275 N. Jordan Ave. indiana.edu/~thtr For years, the Department of Theatre & Drama has put on shows ranging from Shakespearean classics to Tony Award-winning productions at the Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center. GRUNWALD GALLERY OF ART 1201 E. Seventh St. indiana.edu/~grunwald The Grunwald Gallery of Art is an exhibition venue for both professional and student artists to display their work. Free to the public, the gallery “frequently collaborates with artists, scientists and scholars to produce exhibits that interpret visual art in a broader scientific or humanities context,” according to its website. IU AUDITORIUM 1211 E. Seventh St. iuauditorium.com The IU Auditorium opened in 1941 after it was constructed as part of the Works Progress Administration program. Built entirely of Indiana limestone, it was the first building completely planned and constructed under Herman B Wells. With more than 3,000 seats, the Auditorium is home to offBroadway shows, guest speakers, comedians, orchestras, concerts and more, with acts appealing to every demographic.
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A variety of traveling shows including “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” go on stage at the IU Auditorium every year. BY AMANDA JACOBSON aj56@indiana.edu
There are already quite a few marquee performances waiting for you in B-Town for the 2013-14 season. Grab a ticket before it’s too late. IU AUDITORIUM Blue Man Group 8 p.m. Sept. 21 2 p.m. Sept. 22 Tickets from $20 to $62 Ghost Brothers of Darkland County 8 p.m. Oct. 10 Tickets from $20 to $62 David Sedaris 8 p.m. Nov. 7 Tickets from $25 to $45 West Side Story 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 22-23, 2014 Tickets from $20 to $62
RUSSIAN RECORDING Julianna Barwick 8 p.m. Sept. 29 Tickets $10 in advance The Buskirk-Chumley Theater Rocky Horror Picture Show Presented by Cardinal Stage Company Tickets $10 in costume, $15 without costume 8 p.m. and midnight Oct. 27 MUSICAL ARTS CENTER “The Nutcracker” ballet 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7 and 2 p.m. Dec. 7-8 Student tickets start at $10 THE BISHOP Pere Ubu 8 p.m., Sept. 22 Tickets $15 in advance, $18 at the door For an extended listing of upcoming events, visit idsnews.com/happenings.
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LOTUS FEST
Each fall, Bloomington becomes a showcase for cultural entertainment. The Lotus World Music and Arts Festival, which will take place Sept. 26 to 29 this year, is an annual celebration of the cultures that make up Bloomington and features a packed weekend of perfor-
mances across downtown. Stilt walkers, belly dancers, marching bands and bright colors are all standard. Rather than attempt to describe the cross-cultural phenomenon, this selection of IDS photos from past years of the festival should give you a taste of what to expect.
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TOP LEFT Sonny Singh, of the band Red Baraat, plays the trumpet. BOTTOM LEFT Patrons wait to hear the Anat Cohen Quartet at the BuskirkChumley Theater. CENTER Etueni (Edwin) Pita dances to traditional Pacific Island music performed by Te Vaka. ABOVE Kali Ma Fire troupe performs downtown as a part of Lotus Festival.
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London and Australia are just two of the many foreign places an IU student can experience.
BY LAUREN MCCONNELL ljmcconn@indiana.edu
When former IU student David Kerner was watching hippopotamuses on a camping safari in Botswana, he didn’t know he would be woken by one outside his tent at 4 a.m. one day. Kerner went on this camping safari and other trips while studying abroad in Cape Town, South Africa. The IU Office of Overseas Study facilitates more than 250 programs on all eight IU campuses to more than 2,500 students and gives more than $100,000 in need and merit-based scholarships annually. With so many options, the Office of Overseas Study provides guidance for interested students with a staff in Bloomington for advising, student services, financial information and budgets. While IU offers study programs in 17 languages in 52 countries, fluency is not required, according to the IU Overseas Study website. Kerner graduated in 2011 with a degree in psychology and was in Cape Town for the spring 2010 semester. “The best thing about IU study abroad programs is there are so many destinations,” he said. Kerner had advice to give for students traveling abroad. “Get your major out of the way quickly so you can take electives abroad,” he said. “Making friends with teachers always helps for those letters of recommendation.” Because he didn’t have many major re-
quirements to fulfill, Kerner said he was able to take classes he wanted to while abroad, like a course in African politics. “Try everything,” he said. “Take risks.” The “First Steps” section at the IU Overseas Study website provides information on choosing a program, financial aid, alternative overseas experience and profiles of students who have studied abroad. IU programs and non-IU programs are both offered, but prospective students need to keep some things in mind when choosing, according to the website. IU programs offer direct IU credit, grades count in grade-point average and most financial aid is applicable. However, students should check that credits earned in non-IU programs are transferrable and that financial aid can be applied. Grades for non-IU programs are not calculated in the GPA and it does not count toward senior residency. Application instructions for programs through Overseas Study, other IU units and non-IU programs can be found at overseas.iu.edu/apply/index.shtml.
Get off to a good start and register your car, bike or motorcycle with Parking Operations today! Residence Hall permits are available through Residential Hall Parking. Call 812-855-9840 or visit online at www.rps.indiana.edu/parking.cfml For students living off campus, permits are available at Parking Operations, Henderson Garage, or you may purchase your permit online at www.parking.indiana.edu
OFFICE OF OVERSEAS STUDY 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Leo R. Dowling International Center 111 S. Jordan Ave. Staffed by advisers and peer counselors. No appointment is necessary. overseas.iu.edu
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WEEKEND WARRIORS
Soma Coffee House
Pourhouse Café
Wells Library
Are you going to be there a long time?
Yes
Yes
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Whether you’re looking for a night in, a night out, or need some dinner suggestions, follow this guide for your best Friday night yet.
Are you doing research?
No
Need caffeine?
No
Guinness Irish Lion
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No, but I’m hungry.
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Upland Brewing Company
Yes
Do the ‘rents prefer Guinness, or craft beer?
Do you want to sit outside?
Craft beers
Yes
Friends
Are you 21?
Who are you eating dinner with?
Parents
No Scholar’s Inn
No
Laughing Planet
Are you a cheap date?
DINNER
Burrito Dagwood’s
Fortune Cookie Chinese Pizza Mother Bear’s
Friends Chinese, pizza or wings?
Sandwich Just you or with friends?
Sandwich, Mediterranean or burrito?
STAYING IN
Wings Dessert
Yes
Are you hungry?
Jiffy Treet
No
Ice cream or cookies?
Do you live in the dorms?
Cookies
Yes
Baked!
Pizza X Jimmy John’s
No thanks
Rent movies or games from the Movies, Music and More
Rent from Redbox
Probably best to start with dinner
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Pizza?
No
Yes Do you own a car?
Hot dog stand Yes
Catch up on shows or movies from Netflix
No
Thai or Turkish?
Yes
Delivery or out on the town? On the town Have any money left?
Date night, out with friends or late night munchies? Munchies
Anatolia’s
No
Is the game on?
Yes
No
No
No
In the mood for Italian?
Kirkwood
College Mall
Casa Brava
Want Mexican?
Yes
Do you want dancing, live music or hanging out?
Friends
Yes
No Yes The Bishop
Want Greek? No
Noodles
Cover charge? No Dancing Live music
Yes
No
Something different
Go to a show or something more laid-back?
Drinking games? No Beer enthusiast?
No Check the IMU
Movies?
Show time! Bluebird Rhino’s
Hanging out
Want to spend money on... Comedy?
Sports
Brothers
Laid-back
Comedy Attic Yes
Gross
Yes
Mr. Hibachi’s
Yes Are you 21?
Do you like fried pickles?
Yes
No
Yogi’s Bar and Grill
Yum
Trojan Horse
Kirkwood or College Mall?
No
Yes
Sink the Biz at Nick’s
The Tap Yes Kilroy’s on Kirkwood
No Flicks at the Whitt
IU Cinema
$1 pizza at Rockits
Scotty’s
Turkish
No
Date
Thai
Feeling adventurous?
Grazie!
Delivery
Wings Extreme Ice cream
Of course
Yes
Finch’s Brasserie
Just me
Dinner Dinner or dessert?
Really? Don’t expect a second date.
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Siam House
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Gotta get down on Friday?
Mediterranean
Lennie’s
Date
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Falafel
This infographic was designed by Inside magazine, a quarterly publication of the Indiana Daily Student. Look for the year’s first issue on newsstands in October. For more Inside stories and blogs, visit idsnews.com/inside.
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Time to hit the books — but where?
Textbook shopping 101 BY CAITLIN RYAN ryancj@indiana.edu
Campus bookstores fill an important role at universities across the nation. Although it’s the most popular option, buying at a bookstore tends to also be the most expensive. But for some students, buying books the traditional way is still the way to go. However, with the help of the Internet, students now have the option to rent or buy books online, and can even purchase them in the form of e-books. Should I rent? Renting textbooks is a fairly recent trend among university students as a cheap alternative to purchasing books. Both the IU Bookstore and T.I.S. offer this option, in addition to local retailer TXT Book Rental and websites like Chegg.com. Pros Renting a textbook is cheaper than purchasing one, and you don’t have to keep a book that you don’t want. According to T.I.S., renting textbooks usually saves you 60 percent off the list price of the book. Cons Rental books have to be kept in good condition, so you can’t write in them as much, if at all. Students say “I usually rent my books,” senior Jon Tienhaara said. “It’s a little cheaper. The only downside is that you don’t get money from selling them back at the end of the semester.” Should I buy online? Buying online can also save money, especially with popular websites like www.amazon.com or www.half.
com. They advertise big discounts on new and used textbooks, and databases like Google books even offer some for free. Pros You can do it from the comfort of your own living room and you might find yours for free. Cons Finding free books online often only works for novels or classics. Also, if you order your books online, you have to wait for them to arrive. Students say “Most of the books I need are novels, so if I can find them online for free using the Gutenberg Project or something, then I don’t buy them,” senior Betsy Stout said. “If I can’t, then I buy them in person at T.I.S. or a regular bookstore so that I can have them in my hand right away.” Should I get e-books? Once you’ve decided whether you want to buy online or rent, you can also choose whether you’d like traditional books or e-books, which can be read on computer tablets or e-readers. However, most of them are formatted to be read on a computer screen. Pros Having an eTextbook on your computer saves some space and weight in your backpack. Cons Looking at a computer all the time can be a bad habit, especially for your eyes. Students say “I always use eTextbooks,” graduate student Dhairya Gala said. “I download the PDF and I can take it anywhere with me. The only con that I see is that sometimes when you want to refer to another section in the book, you have to scroll up and down instead of flipping the pages, which can be irritating.”
BY JEFF LAFAVE jlafave@indiana.edu
Choosing where to study in Bloomington means knowing how you like to study. Group thinkers don’t have much fun in quiet locations, and wallflowers can be terrified by sheer size of the Herman B Wells Library. Knowing who you are, or just how you like to absorb information, will make life easier when crunch time rolls around. 1. The dorms Your humble bedroom is the “square one” of freshman year. Everything you do — eat, sleep, get into arguments — will happen in this cubic room. It takes a perfectionist to study here without distraction. Pros If you’re the sort of leftbrained, organizational wizard who can’t be distracted, no matter what, then crack open a soda and get going! You don’t have to travel far, and you’re always near snacks in your dorm room. Cons Your neighbors may not always be so courteous. It may be study time for you, but it could always be Metallica time for them. 2. Herman B Wells Library It is the Ellis Island of study time. Herman welcomes his students to the library lobby like the Statue of Liberty: “Bring me your tired, your huddled masses...” The Wells Library, which stretches to the skies near 10th and Jordan
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streets, is the standard in IU academics. It’s not uncommon to see this place filled during midterms. Group projects flock here as a central campus meeting point, yet there are hundreds of computers for individual students in need of software resources, 24 hours a day. Pros There’s a food court, airconditioning and one of the largest library stacks in the nation
ready to facilitate your learning. Cons It’s a booming, brutalist building filled with strangers. Come with caffeine and a can-do attitude. Speaking of which…
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With 13 ensembles to keep you humming, IU leads the way in a huge variety of choral performances, from the exquisite voices of the University Singers to the Contemporary Vocal Ensemble to the famous Singing Hoosiers and much more.
Ballet Enjoy ballet productions in the fall and spring semesters, including the annual production of The Nutcracker with choreography by Michael Vernon.
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Student and faculty recitals give you a distilled way to soak up the spell-binding traditions of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary performance traditions.
Symphonic Bands (FREE!) Director of Bands Stephen W. Pratt leads us into this season with a collection of amazing Wind Ensemble performances, many in the MAC on Tuesday nights!
Always a treat! World-renowned faculty members and students alike shine throughout the year.
Talks & Lectures (FREE!) The Jacobs School of Music is full of opportunities for you to learn more about the music you love. Enjoy the pre-opera and ballet talks, colloquia, and other offerings.
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Music in General Studies Round out your life with great non-major music courses in the Jacobs School of Music. Visit music.indiana.edu, or call the Music Undergraduate Office at (812) 855-3743.
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FIGHT THE FRESHMAN 15 BY KIRSTEN CLARK | kirclark@indiana.edu
There’s so much to worry about going into your freshman year: getting lost, making friends, and the dreaded “Freshman 15.” Fortunately, IU makes it easy for students to get fit and stay in shape with its two recreational facilities. With tuition, every student pays a mandatory Student Activity Fee, which, among other things, grants every IU student access to workout facilities such as indoor swimming pools, weight rooms, cardio equipment and free group exercise classes with the flash of a student ID. THE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH The School of Public Health, affectionately known by its former initials HPER (pronounced “hyper”), is located on Seventh Street across from the Indiana Memorial Union. The HPER is quite expansive, offering students 12 racquetball/wallyball courts,
10 basketball/volleyball courts, squash courts, an indoor pool with a diving well, an indoor running track and more. The adjacent Woodlawn Tennis Courts are also a part of the HPER facility, as is Woodlawn Field. The oldest section of the building dates back to 1917, with its newest addition built in 1961. The HPER is undergoing renovations during the summer, which is tentatively scheduled to be complete by the beginning of the fall semester. STUDENT RECREATIONAL SPORTS CENTER (SRSC) The Student Recreational Sports Center, or SRSC, is the other workout facility on campus. Its location, within a 10 minute walk of the greek houses on North Jordan and most of the dorms in the central neighborhood, makes it a popular workout destination for
many students. While the SRSC offers many of the same features as the HPER, including nine racquetball/wallyball courts, five basketball/volleyball courts, an indoor track, an Olympic-sized pool and more, many students prefer the SRSC for the condition of its facilities. HOW TO FIT FITNESS INTO YOUR SCHEDULE Perhaps the biggest obstacle for freshmen trying to stay fit is trying to maintain focus while surrounded by so many collegiate distractions. After all, it’s much easier after a long day of classes to lounge in your dorm eating junk food than it is to find the motivation to hit the gym. Both a music and pre-med student, Madhura Sundararajan manages to find time to exercise while juggling homework, music practice and her social life.
“You just have to make time for it,” she said. “It can be reallyy difficult with the workload, but you have to make time to take care of yourself.” elf.” FREE GROUP P EXERCISE CLASSES LASSES One way to hold yourself accountable is to take the free group exercise ise classes available throughout the week at both facilities. Heather Hamilton has been a group exercise se leader for the past four years, leading classes like Step, Cardio Core, Trekking and Circuit Strength. gth. “All of thee classes, with the exception of Step ep II and III, are good for beginners, rs, and leaders will give you modifi odification options if you are just starting out and need to take it slow,” w,” Hamilton said.
Some group exercise classes, such as yoga and pilates, are available to students at an additional cost. With classes like Cardio Kickboxing, Strength Core and Zumba (a workout disguised as a dance party), there’s something for everyone. Schedules of group exercise classes are available on the IU Campus Recreational Sports website at iurecsports.org/grp_exercise.
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Ditching the StairMaster Five workouts that will whip you into shape BY EMILY FARRA emfarra@indiana.edu
When it comes to fitness, we pretty much have it made right here on campus. But what about those of us who hate the idea of running on the treadmill for an hour? We get it — so we found five unusual workouts that will get you moving. Sometimes all it takes is a new approach, a few friends, and a little bit of a challenge. HOT YOGA at Vibe Yoga Studio 1705 N. College Avenue $15 per class, $49 for unlimited one month membership Have you ever read celebrity interviews in which the stars reveal — gasp — that they hate working out? They’re lying. Really. In fact, many of them can credit their hard bodies to years of trendy hot yoga sessions. We know what you’re thinking: Doesn’t everyone get hot when they do yoga? Maybe, but “hot yoga” is different. Instead of going through tricky poses in a regular studio, you stretch, tone, and sweat for 90 minutes in a room that’s set to 105 degrees
Fahrenheit and 40 percent humidity. It’s like exercising in a sauna. Any form of yoga is good for the mind — it forces you to meditate and breathe deeply — and many of the poses, like the plank, sculpt muscles all over your body. But hot yoga takes it to a whole new level. A warm body burns more fat, so you can shed anywhere from 500 to 1000 calories in a single hot session. This leads to weight loss and eventually a faster metabolism, lower blood pressure, and reduced anxiety. “I think hot yoga is so popular because it’s challenging,” Vibe IDS FILE PHOTO
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studio manager Erin Thomas says. “I think that’s the biggest draw. The sweat detoxes the body and helps you get into the postures throughout the class. You’re kind of releasing all the day’s work and all the stuff we take into our bodies.” CROSSFIT at CrossFit Bloomington 3903 S. Walnut Street Student price: $75 for one month There’s a reason army rangers, marines, and martial artists are all in such great shape: They do CrossFit. CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that, unlike a regular gym routine, emphasizes constantly changing activities that are performed at high levels of intensity. It’s the opposite philosophy of running three miles on a treadmill every single day. Each Ea CrossFit training session is different target every from the last to ta part of the body and keep your muscles aactive. CrossFit also stresses that st should not be a exercise shou endeavor. Working solo endeav friends or likeout with fri individuals is minded in both motivating and mot competitive. competit Some of the moves you can expect from a e CrossFit cclass include sprinting, flipping tires, rowing, rowin climbing rope, pull-ups, pull-up and box jumps — it really rea is like boot camp. And if a busy schedule schedu is what’s keeping you out of the gym, gy CrossFit may be the answer. Sessions Sessio are typically very short (we’re talking 30 minutes), but they requir require you to give it everything you’ve got. “There’s the group support, sup and the movements are about the entire body,” owner and manager of CrossFit Bloomington G Geoff Pitluck says. “It’s not routine. If people are having a hard day at wo work, they show up and start work working out with the group, and the mus music is up, and they’re having a blast.” SEE WORKOUT, PAGE 51
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5 ways to play BY MARC FISHMAN mefishma@indiana.edu
In a college town with one of the top music schools in the nation, there is bound to be local musical talent. Throw in a variety of bars and live music venues, and almost every day of the week offers an opportunity to catch a listen.
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TYPE OF MUSIC “Basically, anything that’s off the beaten path,” owner Travers Marks said. “We don’t really go for big cover bands. We like classic rock, but we don’t usually book it. We don’t like top 40, but bluegrass, reggae, blues, jazz, any weird combination thereof, singersongwriters, that’s Max’s Place.” THE BLOOMINGTON SCENE “It’s a breeding ground,” Marks said. “It’s a place where you are not likely to make much money playing, but you’re going to be able to find the people you need to start the band you always dreamed of.” THE MAX’S PLACE SCENE Marks says two simple words sum up the restaurant’s niche within the Bloomington music scene: Hirsute (meaning shaggy) and liberal. BEFORE YOU GO Don’t eat before seeing a band at Max’s Place. Grab a table with your friends, share a pizza and stay awhile.
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TYPE OF MUSIC Owner Rachael Jones says people looking to soak up music at Rachael’s can expect to hear punk, folk, Irish music and hip-hop, as well as plenty of local independent acts.
TYPE OF MUSIC “We’re not too genre-specific,” owner Stephen Westrich said. “(We have had) everything from rock bands, indie rock bands, alt-country, hip-hop. But if we lean towards one thing it’s an indie rock environment, I guess.”
TYPE OF MUSIC “We’re very open-ended,” assistant director David Britton said. “We do everything from national and international touring bands to local high school bands. We do metal, hip-hop, rock, folk music and really a lot of everything, but we do try to concentrate on local music.”
THE BLOOMINGTON SCENE “I feel blessed with how many places there are to go,” Jones said. She also said the Jacobs School of Music has a positive influence on the talent and musical diversity of many of the bands that play in Bloomington. Especially when the bands are made up of students.”
THE BLOOMINGTON SCENE “I guess I would say that we’re lucky to have an abnormally productive music scene,” Westrich said. “I grew up in a town the same size of Bloomington, and there was nothing going on. It’s unusual the amount of quality coming out of here.”
THE RACHAEL’S CAFE SCENE “We are so many different things,” Jones said. “We are a coffee shop in the daytime and a music venue at night. We also are not limited to people 21 and over. Any age can come.”
THE BISHOP SCENE “In terms of places that regularly do live music, we only do original music,” Westrich said. “We definitely embrace local bands like nobody else does and we really solely concentrate on original music. We’ve turned down things we know would bring us 200 people, but we don’t do them. There’s an audience for those kinds of things, but we brand ourselves as something different.”
Coffee shop 300 E. Third St.
BEFORE YOU GO While Rachael’s Cafe can fill the place to capacity at night with its live music and DJ events, don’t forget that it’s also a great place to study or relax during the day. The place is adorned with bizarre sculptures, stimulating artwork and loaded bookshelves for customers to enjoy. And even though the tables and chairs are removed for dance parties, the couches are always there if you need to take a breather.
Bar, show ages vary 123 S. Walnut St.
BEFORE YOU GO People over the age of 21 can go directly to the bar area after checking in at the door, but anyone younger will be directed to the stage area to hang out until the bands get on.
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THE BLOOMINGTON SCENE Britton said the music scene in Bloomington is pretty good, considering the fact that many local bands are getting national attention. However, he also said the scene could use a pick-me-up from local music fans. “I’d like to see the audience grow more,” Britton says. “It’s kind of a small town, and there are a lot of good bands, but there are not necessarily enough people to see them on any given night of the week. There is a pool of maybe a thousand people who go to shows, and if we had more of the populace aware of what’s going on, it would help out a lot.” THE RHINO’S SCENE: Britton said what sets Rhino’s apart from many of the other live music venues in Bloomington is that it’s an entirely all-ages club. He says he also likes to take the risk of booking younger bands that can’t get booked at other places because of age restrictions. “We’re also a bigger venue compared to some of the other places,” Britton says. “So we can
bring in bigger name artists.” BEFORE YOU GO Students from the local Harmony Education Center started Rhino’s in 1992. Since then, the venue has offered a variety of non-music programs for youth. In the past, Rhino’s has helped organize film screenings, dance parties and various fundraising events.
THE BLUEBIRD Nightclub, 21+ 216 N. Walnut St.
TYPE OF MUSIC “A huge variety,” owner Dave Kubiak said. “That’s probably the most unique thing about it.” THE BLOOMINGTON SCENE “Because of the music school, there is a uniqueness to play different types of music because the students are a little more cultured and have a broader scope of what to play,” Kubiak said. “You get a lot of students down here who are musically inclined.” THE BLUEBIRD SCENE “It’s really a hybrid of different things.” Kubiak said. “Most clubs try to stick to one type of music, and largely because of the size of the Bluebird, it’s a more unique place in that we have to keep it entertaining.”
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Get involved with intramural sports
Recreational sports help give students an outlet BY JUSTIN SHOCKEY jnshocke@indiana.edu
Students can be seen running and participating in sports in between classes throughout the school year. Campus Recreational Sports provides a unique opportunity for students to maintain or start their fitness routines while in school. Steve Heeter, director for member services, said the organization is committed to helping students and staff. “Our first priority is serving the Indiana University Bloomington students, followed by faculty and staff,” Heeter said in an email. Kim Gray, service director for marketing and sponsorship, said students hold a very important role in the deciding stages of programs and activities with the Recreational Sports organization. “We offer a variety of programming and facility spaces that meet (student) needs because we ask students up front what they want,” Gray said in an email. “The students have a voice through the Student Recreational Sports Association.” In addition to 20 to 23 intramural sports including whiffleball, futsal, basketball, flag football, tennis, and Campus Recreational Sports also offers various
programs. “Throughout the school year we still offer a full complement of RS programs, including group exercise, yoga, Pilates, cycle fit, circuit strength, informal sports, personal training, lap swimming, swimming sessions and some club sports,” Kathy Bayless, director of Campus Recreational Sports, said in an email. Chris Arvin, program director for fitness and wellness, said participating in healthy activities should be a high priority year-round. Heeter said the students have already paid for their service membership if they are enrolled in classes. Chris Geary, director of programming and research, said students are better off sticking to their normal workout schedules. “If they want to come in and get a quick workout in with minimal interruptions, then mornings and early afternoons are still best,” Geary said in an email. “If they are coming to work out and they want to meet people or get in a pickup game, then late afternoon and evenings are still best.” Arvin said students should use these unique opportunities to start a workout schedule that will last into the fall and winter. This could possibly start a full-time healthy lifestyle for students while at IU, he said.
Just because you don't have a scholarship, doesn't mean you can't be an athlete at IU. Campus Recreational Sports offers 20-23 intramural sports during the fall and spring semesters, open to any student wanting to get involved. Follow these steps to get started: Go to SRSC 115 or the Wildermuth Intramural Center (WIC) during the registration period. Complete the registration form for the sport. Pay the entry fee. Select the day and time you would like to play.
Intramural flag football team the Dirty Birdz (red) overcame Sigma Pi (yellow) in over time. Campus Recreational sports offers 20-23 different intramural sports during the fall and spring semesters.
There is no need to get all your teammates by the registration deadline. If you're a single player, RecSports can also match you with a team.
For more information on intramural sports, IU workout centers, an extended calender and more visit iurecsports.org
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Top 5 sports to watch BY ROBBY HOWARD | robhowar@indiana.edu
So you know about Assembly Hall and the five championship banners and Tom Crean. By now, you get it: the men’s basketball team is sort of a big deal here. But IU competes in more than one NCAA sport. In fact, IU has 24 NCAA Division I teams. And, with the exception of football and men’s basketball, all of the home games are free with your student ID. WATER POLO You watched it on the Olympics last summer, now you can see it in person. The IU water polo team is coming off of one of its best seasons, winning the Collegiate Water Polo Association’s Western Division Championship for the first time in school history. The team advanced to the CWPA Eastern Championships, finishing third. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL For the fifth straight year, a Hulls will be firing 3-pointers at Assembly Hall. Jordan Hulls’ younger sister, Kaila, plays for the women’s basketball team, and IU Coach Curt Miller says she’s a better shooter than her brother. Playing for Miller, who came to IU last year with the 16th best winning percentage in the country, the team upset a ranked Purdue team for the first time since 2009. FOOTBALL It’s true the football team doesn’t have the history that the men’s basketball team has. But it did just pull in its best recruiting class in its history. The team also returns almost every player from both sides of the ball from last season’s team, as it was one of the youngest in the country.
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But with all those teams, how do you decide how to spend your time? Here’s a look at some of the other teams you might want to check out this year in action in Bloomington. MEN’S SOCCER Last year, the men’s basketball team came up short in its quest for a national championship. The men’s soccer team did not. In December, the team won its eighth star, with each one representing a national championship. Although two players were drafted into Major League Soccer, the team still returns several key players to the pitch at Bill Armstrong Stadium from its championship run. SWIMMING AND DIVING IU has one of the best swimming and diving programs in the nation. The men’s team finished ninth at the NCAA Championships, and the women finished 11th last year. The men’s team had the Big Ten Diver of the Year, and the women had the Big Ten Swimmer of the Year. Drew Johansen, the new diving coach, coached the U.S. Diving Team at the 2012 Summer Olympics.
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Worst-case scenario survival guide: IU edition have a shorter walk to class. Central dorms are by the library and the SRSC, and Northwest residents have quick access to the stadium and Assembly Hall.
BY DIANNE OSLAND dosland@indiana.edu
Welcome to the wild, er, college. Whether you’re navigating the halls of Ballantine Hall or the tables of Wright Food Court, you’re bound to come across dangerous, disappointing and downright awkward situations. Here’s how to survive — and prevent — three common scenarios you may face in your first year. HOUSING You had your heart set on McNutt because your sister told you it was the only place to live if you wanted a social life. Your housing assignment arrives: Forest.
If you’re lucky enough to land in one of the three dorms without air conditioning, don’t sweat it. Just remember you can always bring fans and that summer doesn’t last long in Indiana. Take advantage of AC in your dorm’s center building or make fast friends — there’s no small talk like complaining about the weather. Give it a few months. If you’re still unhappy with your housing, you have the opportunity at the end of first semester to submit a housing change request form. If you must call Fee Lane home, RPS does allow residents to move rooms before winter break if there is available space.
What to do Don’t immediately think your freshman year is ruined. There’s not one specifically “social dorm,” there are just social people. And they’re not housed in only one building — they’re your neighbors down the hall. Find the good in each neighborhood. Forest, Read and Rose are all on Third Street near major academic buildingsso you’ll
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Your roommate does not have to be your best friend. You don’t even really have to talk with your roommate-- you just have to live with them. Respect their space and their things. If you don’t know if you can borrow something or do something in the room, just ask. What’s more important than your roommate is your floor. If you have a good floor, your roommate doesn’t SCHEDULING
Preventative measures This could very well be the one and only time you’ll live in the close quarters of a double dorm room on a floor of fifty other people who may become your family away from home. Enjoy it!
You’ve painstakingly picked out the perfect class schedule for your first semester. Hello, three-day weekends and History of Rock & Roll Music. But as you log onto OneStart to click “enroll,” you’re faced with MWF 8 a.m. classes and 20-person deep waitlists.
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matter, so spend Welcome Week with your floor, not just your high school friends. See how long you can go before you have to buy food during Welcome Week. If you’re not buying food, that means you’re going to programs, meetings and more, and getting to know people. Don’t forget to wear shower shoes. Your feet will fall off.
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TO PACK OR NOT TO PACK?
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1 2 1. DRY ERASE BOARD FOR YOUR DOOR Your board is a fun place for friends to leave notes to come home to. “My birthday was the second day of Welcome Week and everyone on my floor wrote messages on my door,” student Hillary Simon said. “It was really special.”
2. FLASH DRIVE It might be tempting to rely on emailing yourself, but carrying around this extra storage keeps you safe instead of sorry. “It’s such a hassle to email yourself all your papers,” student Ryan Bays said. “Having a flash drive was an easy way to keep track of your saved work.”
3. STAPLER AND THREE-HOLE PUNCH These two items are helpful tools in keeping organized and avoiding lost paperwork. “Stapling your papers goes a long way,” student Nate Troscinski said. “It keeps you organized, and a lot of professors won’t take work if it’s not stapled.”
4. RAIN BOOTS
5. A NICE FORMAL OUTFIT
Rubber rain boots come in a wide variety of styles, patterns and colors. They are valuable additions to a college student who depends on their feet as a primary mode of transportation.
Maybe you’ll apply for a part-time job or have an interview for a scholarship. In either case, having a nice outfit on hand definitely wouldn’t hurt.
“The weather changes on a dime here,” student Alex Schenk said. “I was glad I had cute and comfortable rain boots to save the day.”
“I had to go to Target for a pair of black pants and dress shoes the night before a speech,” student Ben Backes said. “I could have spent that time practicing if I had brought it with me in the beginning.”
FIVE THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME 1. Printer Scoring a free printer with your MacBook is a great deal, but a huge perk of living in the residence halls is line-free access at the printing stations conveniently located in your building or quad. “A bulky printer will take up room in your room,” student Hannah Waltz said. “Plus, you can take advantage of the free-650 page print allowance you get each semester.” 2. Your entire DVD collection Though preserving your childhood by re-watching “The Little Mermaid” and “The Lion King” is always a great time, create new favorites by exploring the free DVD and CD rentals available in the residence halls. “I loved being able to rent all five seasons of Dexter,” student Cassi Kirk said. 3. Sweatshirt and T-shirt overload Even though the dorm rooms have quite a bit of storage space, excess clothes can be a hassle.
“I brought all my favorite hoodies and T-shirts and ended up wearing the same two or three. You’ll get a bunch of free T-shirts at events too,” student Brooke Nianick said. 4. High school letterman’s jacket
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“Joining the IU family gives you an chance to start fresh and wear cream and crimson,” student Sarah Kusisto said. 5. Things you’re not likely to use Carefully consider which items are necessary and which could become dust collectors. “I thought bringing my telescope down was a good idea but quickly figured out I was wrong,” student Jory Kleemann said. “It took up way too much floor space, and recreationally learning astronomy was one of the first things I sacrificed.”
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Want a cool dorm? We talked to IU students who have lived in the residence halls to hear their suggestions on decorating.
GIRLS Devyn Brady Major Interior design Tip Picture frames “The greatest décor I had was pictures of my family and friends since the first year is the hardest.” Where to find it Brady suggested going to Bed Bath & Beyond for the best deals and to Urban Outfitters or IKEA for unique styles. Naomi Gemmell Major Music Tip Lights “Lighting is key in the dorms because otherwise it’s depressing
with the florescent lights all winter.” Where to find it Gemmell suggested Target or anywhere cheap. Grab a strand of old Christmas lights and hang those up, too. Amanda Corman Major Elementary education Tip Bulletin board “A bulletin board for pictures and reminders.” Where to find it Target. She also suggested making your own by putting fabric over some kind of backing.
GUYS Kellen Murphy, then-senior Major Exercise science Tip Be original “Everyone usually goes for the Bob Marley theme, but I like to go more original and just find the most interesting yet confusing design poster.” Where to find it Murphy suggested checking Greetings on Kirkwood Avenue for ideas. Check out the IMU poster sale during Welcome Week, too. Corey Grove, then-junior Major Marketing
Tips Cool lighting “I would say the best thing to get is lights. Blacklights, strobes, whatever. And get some posters, specifically ones that would look sick in their lighting.” Where to find it Spencer’s Dave Hartman, then-senior Major Business economic consulting and public policy Tip A TV “At least one of the roommates should either bring a TV from home or spend some money on one. I dropped a lot on a nice TV.” Where to find it Target or Walmart.
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MONEY MATTERS Five need-to-know concepts to plan your financial future BY CHRISTINE SPASOFF |cspasoff@indiana.edu
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t’s no secret that students can be strapped for cash. Eating Ramen every night may be acceptable now, but that cheap diet probably won’t hold up post-graduation. The long-term financial future might seem too foreign and faroff to plan, but Director of Student Financial Literacy Phil Schuman is here to help with the five most important concepts students need to know.
1. Budgeting and saving Only spend money on what you need now. Schuman recommends budgeting your income by spending 60 percent on essentials, 20 percent on wants, and saving the remaining 20 percent. “That way, you know exactly where you stand, and you can live how you’d like to live,” he said. 2. The difference between needs and wants “We don’t need the most expensive cable package, if we need one at all,” Schuman said.
You have to establish guidelines. To prevent impulse purchases, Schuman suggests “going naked” when you shop — don’t take your wallet or purse. If you see something you like, think about it for a week. If you still want it after that, try to work it into your budget. 3. Credit scores Students often shy away from getting credit cards, but they aren’t something to fear. Imagine they’re another form of a debit card that needs to be paid off immediately. As long as you do that,
you’ll be able to build credit. Credit is important for car loans, mortgages and employers, who will sometimes check to make sure you are financially responsible. 4. Student loans Before making any big purchases after college, make sure you have enough money to pay off your student loans, Schuman said. Student loans are not evil. You just have to make sure you can budget for the expense. 5. Big purchases Once you’re ready to buy that new house or car, it’s time to research loans and interest rates. Talk to someone who has been through the process before you agree to anything. They will be able to objectively sift through the information and make sure you aren’t missing something. “Just because the bank says you can doesn’t mean that you should,” Schuman said. Need more help? Visit affordability.indiana.edu to learn more about IU’s student financial literacy initiative. SOURCE: Inside magazine, “The Future Issue” Fall 2012
FREE STUFF WE WISH WE KNEW ABOUT Shows While the IU Auditorium headliners aren’t free, plenty of student and community shows are. To see a list of free events, visit iuauditorium. com. If you have to see a headliner or traveling Broadway act, volunteer as an usher and see it for free.
released film. Shows begin at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Comedy Several student comedy troupes, including Full Frontal Comedy, Awkward Silence Comedy, HoosOnFirst Improv, All Sorts of Trouble for the Boy in the Bubble, the University tWits, the Lowdown and Midnight Snack perform improv, sketches and stand-up at the IMU.
Your resume Get a little help with the job search and resume writing at the Career Development Center. Visit indiana. edu/~career for tips and examples or drop in between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday at 625 N. Jordan Ave.
Art Opening receptions for exhibits in the School of Fine Arts are free to the public and often include finger foods like cheese and crackers.
Software Visit uits.iu.edu to download free versions of popular and usually expensive software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
DVDs The IU libraries house about 20,500 DVDs. To search for titles and find out where the item is located, visit iucat.iu.edu.
News All student publications are offered free on campus, as well as the New York Times and USA Today. You can also stop by the Kelley School of Business for a free copy of the Wall Street Journal.
Movies Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night, the IMU shows a recently
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THE BIGGEST LITTLE RACE Students hit the track for a competition and a cause
BY STEPHANIE KUZYDUM skuzydym@indiana.edu
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o the students of IU, it’s not just a bike race. It’s the Little 500. Each spring, hundreds of students turn into athletes in the largest collegiate cycling race in the country and the biggest intramural event at IU when they ride in the Little 500. Modeled after the motor race that takes place 56 miles away at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Little 500 sends four-person teams around a quarter-mile track in separate races for men and women. Howdy Wilcox, former executive director of the IU Student Foundation, founded the Little 500 race in 1951, 32 years after his father won the Indianapolis 500. The race was featured in the 1979 movie “Breaking Away,”
which tells the tale of an underdog team of locals who win the race. The team acquires the nickname “Cutters” after the phrase was used as an insult to stone cutters who worked at Bloomington limestone quarries. Similar to the traditions of kissing the sidewalk and drinking cold milk that accompany the Indy 500, the Little 500 is full of traditions such as mounting Schwinns and crashing on Turn Three. But it’s also an experience; one that former Cutters rider Eric Young will never forget. Young, a four-year rider for the historic team, crossed the finish line first during each of his four years riding in the Little 500 — a feat no other rider had achieved before. The Cutters rider had always planned to go to graduate school for neuroscience following his time in Bloomington. He had never heard of the Little 500 before, but four championships and one contract later,
Young became a professional cyclist for Bissell cycling. “I did not think I would be earning money to race until my senior year,” Young said. “I learned a lot from Little Five ... a lot about teamwork and perseverance. It definitely defined my college experience.” Coordinated by the IU Student Foundation, the Little 500 helps raise money for working student scholarships. The race has raised more than $1.5 million in scholarships since its inception. And though it is an intramural event, former student and Wing It Cycling rider Abigail Legg said most teams don’t treat it like one. “We train about six days a week,” Legg said. “We change our diets around Little Five. We change our class schedules around Little Five. “You’re part of something so much bigger than yourself and much bigger than just a bike race in April.”
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Beta Theta Pi rider Matt Green celebrates with fans after winning the Men’s Little 500 race on April 20 at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
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The Cutters won their first Little 500 in 1984 and went on to win a record 12 total races over the years.
A LITTLE ABOUT LITTLE 500 Beta Theta Pi won the 2013 men’s race for the first time in 49 years. Delta Gamma won the women’s race for the second year in a row. Men’s teams race for 200 laps on Bill Armstong Stadium’s cinder track, completing a total of 50 miles. Women’s teams complete 100 laps. Students must be in undergraduate studies and have a GPA of 2.0 or better to participate.
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The Delta Gamma team celebrates a Women’s Little 500 victory on April 19 at Bill Armstrong Stadium. Delta Gamma won for a second year in a row.
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HOW TO NOT LOOK LIKE A FRESHMAN BY WILL ROYAL | wroyal@indiana.edu
1. Sometimes it is okay to leave home without your campus map. You might get lost, but you’ll see something new along the way. Chances are that you aren’t venturing too far from home, and if you are it won’t be that hard to find someone with a computer or smart phone to point you in the right direction. 2. Yes, free stuff is great. All of that orientation swag stuff you picked up the first week of class, though, can be left at home. If you’re trying to look like a freshman, there is no easier way than to wear that red cinch sack as you walk from Wright Food Court to Wells Library.
3. Also in that bag of goodies was a lanyard. Don’t use it. Don’t
use any lanyard. While displaying your car keys on your chest may have been a status symbol in high school, the same is not the case for your dorm room key in college.
4. Trying to become Facebook famous is not a way to seem older to your peers. Letting someone in a lecture borrow your pen is not an invitation for you to take out your phone and send them a friend request. Take it easy. College is an opportune time to meet plenty of new people, not just their profile pictures.
5. It’s true that you are here primarily for school, but Bloomington has so much more to offer. Going home every weekend is a surefire way to isolate yourself. This is a new experience for many people around you as well. Bond over that and you will find yourself making lifelong friends. 6. Don’t ask to go to the bathroom in class. Just go.
high school with “Class of 2013” can be boxed up as well.
8. Since you have decided not to go home every weekend, you’ll need to be able to do your own laundry. Next time your mom calls to nag, ask her for some pointers. She will be shocked, but you’ll be much happier than if you had washed all your white tees with one red one in the mix. Nobody wants to be the guy in the pink shirt.
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9. Wearing candy stripe pants at the beginning of your freshman year is the equivalent of talking about having children on a first date. Tone it down a little bit. Save the pants for game day. A little school spirit doesn’t hurt, but don’t go over the top.
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7. Class rings are great ways to remember your high school years, but not the best way to look like a grown up. Stash it away for a few years and bring it back out sometime after college. Your letter jacket and all of those T-shirts from
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@UBFilmsIU Thanks to everyone who came out to Lincoln! Hint for this week’s film- it rhymes with... wow, literally nothing rhymes with “The Hobbit.” IU Union Board Films (@UBFilmsIU) Movies are just so expensive these days...unless you’re an IU student. The Union Board brings high-profile movies to the Indiana Memorial Union at 8 and 11 p.m. every weekend. You get in for free with your student ID. Follow this account to see which blockbuster film is coming next. @idsnews ‘Underutilized’ parking garage used as homeless shelter, five individuals are arrested for trespassing. | http://idsn.ws/ ZREJcU Indiana Daily Student (@idsnews) The IDS Twitter account is a one-stop-shop for all campus news information. Check in for breaking stories and news updates along the way.
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GET TO KNOW YOUR ADMINISTRATION: IU’S BIG 3 REDEFINED BY KATIE DAWSON | katdawso@indiana.edu
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he IU administration is made up of over 100 administrative offices and services, each of which carries out a different task. With so many departments, it’s hard to remember who does what. These are IU’s top three administrators, and here’s what they can do for you.
Michael A. McRobbie, president
Lauren Robel, provost and executive vice president
Harold “Pete” Goldsmith, dean of students
McRobbie was appointed as IU’s 18th president by the IU Board of Trustees on July 1, 2007. As the president, McRobbie is responsible for each of IU’s eight campuses, which has an approximate total budget of $2.7 billion, more than 16,000 faculty and staff and about 100,000 students. McRobbie, a native of Australia, received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Queensland and his doctoral degree from the Australian National University. To contact the Office of the President, call 812-855-4613, email iupres@indiana.edu or visit indiana.edu/~pres/.
Robel officially took over the provost position on July 1, 2012. The provost serves as the university’s “Chief Academic Officer,” overseeing and advancing the interests of undergraduate, graduate, and professional education on campus. Robel is the Val Nolan Professor of Law, and served as dean of the Maurer School of Law from 2003-2011. Robel graduated summa cum laude from Maurer Law and earned her bachelor’s degree with honors from Auburn University. The provost office is located in Bryan Hall Room 100. Her email address is provost@indiana.edu.
Goldsmith was named dean of students in 2009 after overseeing student affairs and enrollment at Kent State University. He received his undergraduate and doctoral degrees from IU. “The dean of students leads the Division of Students Affairs,” Goldsmith said. “We provide direct support services for students, try to remove barriers for students and provide programs that enhance students’ educational experience.” The dean’s office can be found in the Indiana Memorial Union. His phone number is 812-855-8187 or email iubdos@indiana.edu.
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How to pass your honors seminar
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... or that 8 a.m. finite math class, that dry, boring lecture or Organic Chemistry. There are some difficult courses at IU. Here are some tips to guarantee good grades in any class.
Bicycling on Campus Bicycles are a common form of transportation for the IU community. Bicycles operated or parked on the IU Bloomington Campus must be registered with Parking Operations and display a registration permit. For more information please contact parking.indiana.edu.
GO TO CLASS This is the easiest thing you can do to improve your grade. While some professors post lecture slides online, many important details (which usually show up on exams) are only discussed in class. Attending class also allows you to ask any questions you have over the material. Many professors also use class attendance as a factor in final grades. SIT TOWARD THE FRONT Although the average class size at IU is 36 students, some classes are pretty darn huge (Woodburn 100 can seat up to 420 students). Rather than straining to hear what your Economics professor is saying from the back of a 100-student lecture hall, choose to sit in the first three rows. Not only will you be able to hear the lecture better and take more accurate notes, but the professor will be able to recognize your face in the sea of students. FIND A FRIEND This could be your roommate or someone you see only twice a week in class. But having a study buddy is an easy way to hold you accountable for doing your work and to talk about what you learned in class. REVIEW YOUR SYLLABUS The first week of classes is when these handy papers are passed out outlining grade structure, attendance policy, class projects and weekly topics. Make sure to review each class syllabus and put important exam and due dates in your calendar so you don’t forget about a project or skip class the day of a test. KNOW THYSELF Do you like silence or noise when you study? Do you need convenient access to
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Colby Fletcher studies on a Sunday evening at the Herman B Wells Library.
coffee or snacks? Do you study better alone or in a group? Do you focus more early in the day or late at night? Figuring out what environment you work best in is key to efficient study sessions. Read our story about where to study on page [000] for more advice. GET ACADEMIC SUPPORT There are three Academic Support Centers located around campus in Teter, Forest and Briscoe residence halls. These centers are home to IU’s Writing Tutorial Services, and also provide group and individual tutorials, study groups, study tables, academic advising and workshops on study skills. Best of all, these services are free. GO TO OFFICE HOURS Every professor is required to hold weekly office hours, but many students forget to take advantage of this resource. Who better to help you go over material for that upcoming exam or answer questions about that lecture than the person teaching it to you? Professors are also a prime resource for letters of recommendation when you’re applying for internships and jobs. Establishing a good relationship with a professor in your field will come in handy not just for academic success, but for your future career as well.
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Moving onto campus involves more than putting clothes away and setting up the mini refrigerator. Students also need to set up the Internet on their computers, learn how and where to print those upcoming assignments and know how to
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS Rondot suggests students run Get Connected (getconnected.iu.edu) before coming to campus, so that it only takes a few minutes to set up once you’re there. He said doing this will also set up a wireless connection.
PRINTING PROCEDURES In addition to the printing quota every student gets, UITS asks all to only print 50 pages at a time, to not reuse paper in the printers and to not use special paper, labels or transparencies. For a list of computer labs on campus, visit: stcweb.stc.indiana.edu/framework/ apps/public/SiteRes/LabInfo.cfm.
keep their laptops safe. Charles Rondot, former manager of University IT Communications, offered a variety of tips and important information for incoming freshmen. He suggested visiting the custom portal first at nu2it.iu.edu/iub and offered more advice for students setting up their computers and learning how to use campus Internet.
KEEP YOUR COMPUTER SAFE Rondot suggests running anti-virus software and OS updates and being sure not to click suspicious links or give out your username and password. Go to protect.iu.edu for more information about safe computer habits.
STILL NEED HELP? UITS provides support 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 812-855-6789, or at ithelplive.iu.edu or email help at ithelp@ iu.edu. Walk-up help is available at the UITS Support Center in Herman B Wells Library. Hours for the support center are 8 a.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to midnight Sunday.
Feeling under the weather? IU’s health center has a fix BY ALEX RAST amrast@indiana.edu
The IU Health Center offers many services for IUBloomington students who need medical assistance. The Health Center offers full-service appointments, a walk-in medical clinic, a pharmacy, lab tests and x-rays, physical examinations, allergy shots and many more services for students. Here is a list of some of the services that could be beneficial to you. FULL SERVICE APPOINTMENT OR WALK-IN CLINIC The medical clinic is staffed with physicians and nurses, and scheduled appointments or walk-ins are available. PHOTO ILLUSTR
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Appointment services encompass the full range of family practice medical care, including physical examinations. Appointments can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance.
The IU Pharmacy is located within the Health Center. It accepts many different prescription cards. The pharmacy also has three full-time pharmacists available to answer questions.
goal of resolving pain and restoring function so the student can return to his or her highest function in school or any other kind of physical activity.
Students are asked to cancel appointments no later than two hours prior.
As well as giving discounts to students for some services, the pharmacy also stocks many over-the-counter medications like cough drops, cold medicine and eye drops.
Therapeutic exercise programs are tailored to each individual’s needs and might include exercises to correct faulty posture and biomechanics to improve flexibility, strength, balance and endurance.
The walk-in clinic is available for students with urgent medical needs such as fevers, sore throats, coughs and injuries. Students are seen in order of arrival or based on the severity of the problem. GET TESTED The IU Health Center Laboratory is the only local location where counseling and HIV testing are performed on-site. Results for the HIV test are available the same day. It also offers testing for common STIs such as chlamydia, which is often asymptomatic and can go undetected. To get tested for chlamydia or other STIs, set up an appointment by calling 812-855-7688. PHARMACY
IMMUNIZATION/ALLERGY The Health Center offers a variety of different vaccines at reasonable prices. Flu shots are made available prior to flu season. The Health Center wants all students to get flu shots and prices them as low as possible. Allergy shots are also available. The Center will give out allergy shots based on the student and follow the instructions given by the student’s allergist. PHYSICAL THERAPY Physical Therapy is the evaluation and treatment of a musculoskeletal injury with the
IU HEALTH CENTER 600 N. Jordan Ave. 812-822-7688 Hours of operation: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. 10 a.m. to
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS) CAPS is a professionally staffed counseling service that offers individual, group and couples counseling. Any kind of concern can be discussed in confidence with one of the counselors. Depression, anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, sexual issues, substance abuse and academic problems are some of the concerns students often address through counseling. CAPS is located on the fourth floor of the Health Center.
2 p.m. select Saturdays during the fall and spring semesters. For after-hours telephone service call 812-330-3790: available 5 to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
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A major all your own Individualized major program offers students a chance to study specialties, earn custom degrees
BY CLAIRE ARONSON cearonso@indiana.edu
Animated movies by Disney and Pixar took on a new meaning for Sydni Gregg. Gregg created her animation major through IU’s Individualized Major Program, IMP. Her focus was on 2-D animation. “As a kid, you don’t realize that it is an art form, and it’s something I still love,” she said. “I am a huge geek for Pixar and Disney and all of those traditional big-name studios, so I just figured that this is what I wanted to do.” Because animation draws from both the Department of Telecommunications and the School of Fine Arts, Gregg had two sponsors instead of the typical one. “You find your sponsors and with their help, you start planning your curriculum because you actually have to plan out four years,” she said. After presenting her major proposal to a committee, Gregg received approval. “It all built up and then it was, ‘Thank goodness, they accepted me,’” she said. While IU doesn’t have specific animation
classes, digital art classes and telecommunications production classes are offered and teach necessary programs, Gregg said. “There is a lot of self-exploration and selfteaching,” she said. “The stuff I learn in those classes, I can really apply directly.” Gregg wasn’t always planning on studying animation at IU. “Originally, I came to IU as a biochemistry major, and after my first semester freshman year, it was just really clear that wasn’t what I wanted to do forever,” she said. All IMP students have to make a final project as a culmination of what they have been doing during their time at IU, Gregg said. “Hopefully by that time, I will have the skill set to make a short animated film,” she said.
guide them, but it ultimately allows you to control your education.
WHAT IS IMP? IMP is the Individualized Major Program. It allows students to pull from the major classes of multiple departments to create a custom course of study and a personalized major. Students have faculty and department sponsors, as well as IMP advisers to
PAST MAJORS Zoology, animation, enigmatology (the study of puzzles), 2-D and 3-D film and television direction, peace and conflict resolution studies, intercultural arts programming and performance, Scandinavian culture and language and magic (yes, magic).
HOW DO I GET INVOLVED? Many students apply during their sophomore and junior years, according to the program’s website, but you may apply as early as second semester of your freshman year. THE PROCESS The first step is to set up a meeting to discuss your ideas with the IMP assistant director. After that, you identify faculty sponsors and secure their approval, design a four-year curriculum and participate in an admission interview. Then, you continue working on your major and B.A. requirements. The program culminates in a final project meant to show the skills you’ve gained. IDS FILE PHOTO
Class of 2011 graduate Joe Masek poses with one of the pieces featured in the Candy-Coated Chaos exhibition as the final project for Masek's Individualized Major Program at the McCalla School. Masek, who studied pre-art therapy, created some of the pieces in the show with children from the foster home where he grew up as a way to demonstrate how art is helpful in healing emotional wounds.
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» WORKOUT CONTINUED FROM PAGE 33 BOULDERING at Eigenmann Hall 1900 E. 10th Street $5 per day, $55 annual membership Since the IU Outdoor Adventures program moved to Eigenmann, students can use the residence hall’s rock walls for recreational purposes, including bouldering. Bouldering is a style of rock climbing that emphasizes strength building, problem solving, and dynamics. Climbers do not use a rope and generally focus on short sequences to maximize power. At the IUOA rock-climbing wall, students can sign up to become bouldering “route setters” and create the paths others follow during a typical session. “It’s more self motivated,” IUOA trip leader Sam Wright says. “You’re challenging yourself to do harder and harder things and to get stronger and think more creatively.” OBSTACLE RUNS If you’re wondering why that ridiculously in-shape Facebook friend of yours is caked in mud in his profile picture, he probably just competed in a Tough Mudder event. Tough Mudder, designed by British Special Forces, is just one of the many types of endurance runs that focus on getting down and dirty. Though there are currently no Tough
51 Mudder runs scheduled around the Bloomington area, a similar race, called the MudMan Indiana 4, is coming to Muncie Oct. 5. It’s a five kilometer course full of mud and obstacles and will have you going through a S.W.A.T. Team training course and other obstacles testing your physical and mental toughness. Registration costs $45.
POLE DANCING at Indy Pole Fitness 324 W. Main Street No. 201, Greenwood, Ind., 46142 $20 per class, $70 for four class package Pole dancing may bring to mind images of cheap lingerie and neon lights, but the popular exercise technique is much more than plastic heels and nightclubs. Contrary to the “stripper” stigma, pole dancing studios emphasize the beauty and strength of pole dancing. It’s an aesthetic dance as well as a body-sculpting exercise. Pole dancing is high intensity during the climbs, spins, and floor maneuvers, but after those bursts of energy, your heart rate decreases as you rest. This kind of interval training burns more fat and calories than standard cardiovascular activities like running, and tones the muscles in the thighs, butt, arms, back, and shoulders. Pole dancing has mental benefits as well: Women report feeling sexier each time they learn a new move, like the “Fireman Spin.” “It helps a woman get into her inner diva and her self-confidence,” Joni Whiteis,
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» GOING GREEK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 house-style event in Dunn Meadow where rush chairs from each chapter will be present to talk with potential members. Prior to that event, beginning Sept. 2, 2013, men interested in Greek life can attend meetings in their residence halls where they will meet with “Bro Gammas,” men from IU fraternity chapters selected to help mentor freshmen through the process and find the best fit for them. Fall 2013 will be the first time Bro Gammas will be implemented into IFC recruitment. “Our mantra is if you want to join Greek life, we can a find a frat for you,” VP of Recruitment Tom Ault said. After meeting with the Bro Gammas, Ault said it’s their hope that men will come to Dunn Meadow with a shortlist of fraternities to meet so they can maximize their time at the event. Once potential members sign up with a number of fraternities they’re interested in, they can attend open events where they’ll go on house tours and meet
brothers in a sober setting. Fraternity chapters then extend bids, and once a potential member signs a bid to a specific house, he’ll begin member education, or the pledge process. Men may also choose to rush in the spring. Interim IFC president Sean Jordan said he’s gotten a lot out of his decision to join a fraternity. “For me, it’s a lot of leadership development, making a big school feel small, finding your niche with a great group of guys and providing a solid foundation to grow as a human being throughout your college career,” Jordan said. MULTI-CULTURAL GREEK COUNCIL Nine chapters, one colony Requirements: Minimum 2.5 GPA, letters of recommendation, letter of interest, community service hours Follow: @IU_MCGC For more information: contact adviser Lindsay Echols, lechols@indiana.edu, 812-8551227. MCGC is composed of nine sorority and fraternity chapters and one colony. The chapters identify
with a specific race, sexual orientation or religious preference, but students may join any chapter regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. All MCGC chapters commit themselves to academic excellence, leadership development, and community service. To join a MCGC chapter, interested students can attend an informational session at the beginning of the semester. They will then fill out an application to seek membership to a specific sorority or fraternity. Each chapter runs its recruitment process differently. MCGC adviser Lindsay Echols said there is a distinct benefit to joining a MCGC sorority or fraternity. “MCGC chapters are able to delve in and celebrate other cultures in a predominantly white campus, so members are able to learn about themselves and others,” Echols said. “It’s a wonderful learning opportunity.” NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL
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Two new members of Delta Zeta are greated by a sea of sisterhood after stepping off the bus on bid day.
a minimum 2.5 GPA, letters of recommendation; letter of interest, community service hours Follow: @NPHC_IU For more information: contact adviser Lindsay Echols, lechols@indiana.edu, 812-855-1227 NPHC is composed of nine historically black national sororities and fraternities, however, like MCGC, members do not have to be of a certain race or ethnicity to join. The chapters are founded in philanthropy and service, working in the community at local nonprofit organizations like Middle Way House and the Boys and Girls Club. To get involved, interested students can attend a joint infor-
mational meeting with all nine chapters on Sept. 24, 2013. The time frame for rush varies by specific chapter, but those seeking to rush will receive an application and submit for membership after the first informational meeting. The process will repeat in the spring. In addition to the friendships and networking opportunities, NPHC adviser Lindsay Echols also said joining a chapter means making a lasting pledge to the sorority or fraternity. “The thing that sets NPHC apart from other councils is the life-long commitment,” Echols said. “My grandmother is 91 years old and still a financial member of her sorority.”
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» STUDY SPOTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 30 Bloomington has its fair share of local coffeeshops stocked with wi-fi and great music. What each shop will provide you, however, can vary. Some patrons may be there solely to gawk or play music. Pros Great organic coffee, supporting local business, a caffeine buzz like you wouldn’t believe. Cons The off-chance your study night is “Bohemian Music Open Mic Cavalcade.” 4. Monroe County Public Library The MCPL is an often underutilized resource of the Bloomington community. Located on the intersection of Kirkwood and Grant streets, this
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library is significantly quieter and easier to navigate than Wells. It’s also a short walk from the Sample Gates. Pros The clandestine “reading room” is an introvert’s paradise. Cons Located far away from dorms such as Eigenmann, McNutt and Forest. 5. Outside IU’s campus is a picturesque haven of meadows and trees. Take the time to disappear. Dunn Meadow is a place for socializing and discussion, but the Arboretum can easily be mistaken for a Shangri-La. Grab a towel and your textbooks, because this campus is a giant study lounge under the sun (winter excluded). Pros Working on a suntan, vitamin D, improved mood. Cons Wasps, errant frisbees.
» SURVIVAL GUIDE CONTINUED FROM PAGE 38 DC albums yet — check the “waitlist” option. If students decide to drop out during the first week of classes and you’re high enough up on the waitlist, you’ll automatically be enrolled. Just remember you’re not guaranteed a spot even if you’re waitlisted so have a back-up class in mind. Remember you have four (or five, or six) years at IU. Just because you couldn’t enroll in a certain class this fall doesn’t mean you won’t graduate in time or have the chance to take yoga class for credit. Set several alarms and make a friend. If you couldn’t avoid the dreaded 8 a.m. finite course, get to know your classmates. They’ll keep you accountable for showing up and keep you updated in case you hit that snooze button one too many times. Preventative measures There’s not much you can do to change this first semester, but it’s a different story come spring. You won’t start scheduling until late October or November, but make sure you visit your advisor
53 before that time. Many schools won’t let you enroll in spring classes until you’ve had an advising meeting. Review your pre-assigned enrollment date listed in the Student Center section of OneStart. On that exact day and time, you’ll be able to enroll in classes. Remember when Fall Out Boy’s comeback tour sold out in nine minutes? Instead of competing for a ticket, you’re competing for that last seat in Psych 101 — don’t miss it. SEXILING Your last class just ended, and you’re heading home to study for your A215 exam. Opening the door to your dorm room, you hear heavy breathing coming from your roommate’s bed — turns out he’s already studying some basic human anatomy. What to do Make a swift exit. Find shelter until it is safe to return to your residence. Having a conversation while your roommate is occupied probably isn’t the best idea. Wait until the next day, when you’ve cooled off and your roommate isn’t as...
distracted. The next day, have a conversation face-to-face — not through texts or Facebook chat. It’s easier to control your emotions when you’re looking right at your roommate instead of your computer screen. Stay away from talking about sex and focus on talking about the real issue: respecting shared space. Avoid calling your roommate anything derogatory. Even if you do think they are trashy, judging their actions only makes the situation worse. Preventative measures Create a communication system with your roommate. Symbols like a tie on the door invite your neighbors to know your business. Be more cryptic with a coded note on the door that says something like “I’m studying” to keep the rest of the world out of the loop. Schedule times in advance you and your roommate can have private time in the room, though that isn’t always a solution for lastminute hookups. — By Stephanie Doctrow and Caitlin Peterkin
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