The Horizon

IU cracks down on illegal file sharing

IUS Horizon • September 20, 2008

If students are caught file sharing, the consequences can range from large fines to permanently losing the privilege to access the IUS network via personal computer.

International students, world travelers have home here

IUS Horizon • September 20, 2008

Global Grounds held their first gathering for international students and world travelers Sept. 10 with coffee, snacks and discussion.

IUS Happiness Project launched

IUS Horizon • September 20, 2008

One IUS student and professor are working hard to find out if you are happy or not.

New home for School of Education, Purdue in works

IUS Horizon • September 20, 2008

The School of Education and the Purdue College of Technology may have a new building to call home in 2010. The IU System has approved initial plans for a new on campus facility, and will submit a funding request to the state legislature in January.

Nontraditional Students succeed

IUS Horizon • September 20, 2008

Nontraditional students may come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, but share a common drive to complete, or further, their education. At IU Southeast, these students have a place to call their own, and a staff member focused on helping them succeed.

IUS alumni inspires men’s tennis tournament

IUS Horizon • September 17, 2008

Though graduating from college may be on the top of most students list, many students have more on their agenda.

Student Activity Fee distributed

IUS Horizon • September 17, 2008

The money is distributed by the Student Life Committee. Ruth Garvey-Nix, vice chancellor of Student Affairs and chair of the SLC, said these decisions were made in the spring.

Remains of Ike damage IUS campus

IUS Horizon • September 16, 2008

A combination of Hurricane Ike and a cold front from Canada created tornado force winds which hit IU Southeast Sunday afternoon causing catastrophic damage to the Life Science building; IUS grounds; the Activities Building and minor damage to Crest View and the Library.

New GI Bill lives up to promise of free college after military service

IUS Horizon • September 13, 2008

Starting Aug, 1, 2009, eligible student-veterans will receive improved education benefits under the Post 9/11 Veterans Education Act which was signed into law this past summer.

SGA votes away bylaws for 15 minutes

IUS Horizon • September 13, 2008

After the executive session motion died, the senate voted to forego the SGA’s bylaws to discuss adding the new senator.

New Albanian to open Bank Street Brew House

IUS Horizon • September 13, 2008

New Albanian Brewing Company plans to open the first craft brewery in downtown New Albany in more than 60 years.

Former assistant secretary of state speaks

IUS Horizon • September 13, 2008

More than 50 people gathered at the IUS Library on Monday, Sept. 8, to hear Susan Rice, former assistant secretary of state and member of the National Security Council under President Clinton, speak at a forum on foreign policy and the current state of American politics.