The story: IU Southeast’s $15.4 million library will open to students and the public in time for spring semester. The process of moving books from the old library to the new one began on Dec. 9.

The quote: “If I were a parent looking at universities, I would certainly want my students to have a library which will provide the tools necessary to be successful. This library certainly does that. I think this library symbolizes what this campus strives to be.” —Marty Rosen, IUS director of library services

The source: New Albany Tribune, Jan. 2, 2005

The headline: “State Lego Contest at IPFW Explores Disabilities”

The story: The FIRST Lego League is an international program for 9- to 14-year-olds that engages them in science, technology and robotic design. The league hosts tournaments worldwide every year, and this is the fifth year IPFW has hosted the event.

The quote: “The challenge required teams to research and present robotics technology solutions to help individuals with different levels of physical ability perform everyday actions that many people take for granted.” —Carol Dostal, tournament director

The source: The Journal Gazette, Dec. 20, 2004

 

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The headline: “$53 Million Grant Historic for Local Campus”

The story: IU President Adam Herbert announced a $53 million gift from the Lilly Endowment to fund the Indiana Metabolomics and Cytomics Initiative.

The quote: “Today is, I think, indisputably a great day for Indiana University, especially for the Indiana University Bloomington campus. Bloomington becomes a full participant in the state’s relentless campaign to become (an international) leader in life sciences research.” —Michael McRobbie, IU Vice President for Research and Information Technology

The source: Bloomington Herald-Times, Dec. 17, 2004