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When one thinks of the Geneva Convention, it is unlikely the largest table-top gaming event in North America comes to mind. This Geneva Convention has nothing

to do with the World War II-based conventions dealing with international law. Better known as Gen Con, this year the event will mark its 12th anniversary in Indy Aug. 14-17 at the Indiana Convention Center. But what exactly is Gen Con?

“Gen Con is a gathering of gamers from across the world. Since its origin more than 40 years ago, it has expanded to include all types of games, an art show, a fi lm festival, a beer garden, seminars, workshops, comedy, live music and more. Gen Con is the ultimate gamer vacation,” said Jake Theis, the event’s senior marketing communications manager.

Starting in 1967 in Wisconsin under a different name, Gen Con eventually made its home here in Indianapolis. Its current name comes from the Wisconsin town of Lake Geneva. It now is one of the largest conventions on the continent. Last year it attracted 49,000 attendees, a record for Gen Con. Its growing popularity can be attributed to a number of factors.

“The size and scope of Gen Con means that there is literally something for everyone. It has become bigger than the four-day shows, and now gamers plan for 361 days year-round which games and activities they will take part in,” said Theis. “Additionally, the growth in social media has allowed for Gen Con to become an even more connected community.”

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Pizzology brings a fresh slice & a pint to Mass Ave

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With the success of its Carmel location, owner Neal Brown (who is also responsible for Libertine Liquor Bar) opened another Pizzology downtown at the corner of East Street and Massachusetts Avenue at 608 Massachusetts Ave. Filling the space that Aesop’s Tables once occupied, Pizzology adds another great place on Massachusetts to grab a bite and a pint. What differentiates Pizzology from the plentiful pie places around Indy is its “pizza of principle ”—according to its website. Pizzology prides itself on using ingredients from family farmers who raise their vegetables and animals through ethical practices. Be warned, if it is a Friday or Saturday evening, you will probably have to wait for a table and they don’t take reservations. The overwhelming number of customers proves that although diners were weary of the dusty, dark spots on Pizzology’s crusts when the Carmel location opened, all apprehension of the craft pizza has dissolved. As soon as you enter the dining area, your body temperature rises as it meets the heat emanating from the brick ovens, which create an unmistakable focal point. The menu offers two variations of pizza—rossa and bianca. Rossa is traditional tomato sauce while Bianca is olive oil and salt. If you are a casual pizza lover and do not boast an extensive knowledge of Italian fare, have no fear—Pizzology’s menu thoughtfully contains a short glossary of terms so you have an idea of what you are ordering. The Starters menu features several items that are sizable enough to share with another person, especially since their pizzas are fairly large and only come in one size. The Grilled Asparagus Salad is thoughtfully prepared, including grilled asparagus, arugula, chickpeas, shallot, grana padano and a tomato vinaigrette. There are not many vegetarian options on the pizza menu, but ingredients can be omitted with no problem. The Fresca Ardente is a refreshing pizza bianca with the perfect amount of spice from the chopped jalapeno toppings. It also includes fresh mozzarella, fresh goat cheese, pancetta (pictured without), fresh mint and sea salt—a great meal for a hazy summer evening. As an add-on, three sauces can be ordered to dip the crust in for more fl avor. Pick your favorite or request the trio—a tomato, a garlic and a cheese. The menu offers a great variety of craft pizza and pastas. However, its craft beer selection was quite slim—although the selections are excellent brews. If you are looking for pizza and are sick of the same old delivery or freezer brand, Pizzology offers a warm atmosphere, creative recipes and cold beer.

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He said it isn’t just the worldwide fan base that makes Gen Con so popular.

“I believe Gen Con has grown due to great support from the Indy community. Each year we see more and more Hoosier gamers, both students, gaming adults and families.”

But the relationship is mutual because Gen Con makes an effort to give back to Indianapolis.

“Each year Gen Con selects one offi cial local charity to partner with. Last year Gen

Con worked with the community to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters

of Central Indiana. This year we’re partnering with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana,” said Theis.

Gen Con also strives to make education a part of the event. Open to the public, Trade Day is a day at which educators, librarians and retailers in the education and gaming industry gather to share

their learning experiences with the community.

With more than 12,000 individual events, Gen Con offers a variety of other experiences.

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Notice all those yellow bicycles around town? They belong to the Indiana Pacers Bikeshare program that launched in April. Two hundred fi fty shiny new bikes are available at

25 docking stations around downtown Indy. Bikeshare programs have become common in large cities around the world. They offer all the convenience of owning a bike, without the hassle of maintenance, theft or lugging it onto a bus or car. Riders can pick up and drop off their bikes as needed. Flat tires can be reported to Customer Service, allowing the rider to go about his or her day. All of the Pacers Bikeshare stations are on or near the Cultural Trail. There are two stations on the IUPUI campus: by the Blackford Street garage and across from the Campus Center on University Boulevard. Bikeshare passes can be bought at any docking station and

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can also be purchased online. A 24-hour pass costs $8, while an annual membership is available for $80 (online only). The stations are open daily from 5:30 a.m. to midnight. A credit card is required for any additional fees incurred, and riders are fi nancially liable for lost or damaged bikes. Riders are allowed unlimited 30-minute rides for the duration of their bikeshare pass. Past 30 minutes an additional $2 fee will be charged,then $4 for every additional 30 minutes. The idea is to ensure a quick turnover so that bikes will remain consistently available for riders. The longest route, from Fountain Square to the north end of the Canal, is easily traveled within the 30-minute limit.

The bikes have locks built in, in case you need to run into the grocery store. Baskets on the front and back provide plenty of

room for cargo. The bicycles themselves are high quality and easily

adjustable for different shapes and sizes. The Bikeshare program is part of the “B-cycle” system that runs in more than 25 cities. An annual membership card works in all B-cycle systems, so a Bikeshare pass in Indianapolis is also valid in places likeHouston, Denver, Nashville, Charlotte or Honolulu.

Startup costs for the Pacers Bikeshare program were funded by the Herbert Simon Family Foundation. Owner of

the Indiana Pacers, Herbert Simon has made Bikeshare the fi rst such program in the nation to be branded after a sports team. The map at pacersbikeshare.org shows routes, station locations, and the number of bikes available at each station.

A look at Indy’s new bike share program

This year, four of IUPUI’s engineering students were chosen to participate in the IndyCar internship of a lifetime. Two of those students were Kyle Compton and

Nicole Stout. In a college student’s academic career, few aspects are as important and crucial to their success as an internship in their fi eld of study. Whether it is paid or unpaid, there is no replacement for experience, and internships provide just that. “You need the experience. You need it on your resume, so really the money is not that big of a deal,” said Compton, a current motorsports engineering major. This experience could one day land these students jobs working for the racing series behind such famed events as The Indianapolis Grand Prix and the Indy 500.

“It’s solidifying the idea of actually working

in the fi eld,” said Stout, who hopes to pursue a career in open wheel racing. “I’ve learned so much this past week working at IMS.”

Each year the 500 Festival offers an internship program to students from universities all over the country. The internship is

open to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in such fi elds as engineering, marketing and public relations. This

particular internship took place at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indy 500, over the month of May.

The students worked alongside the technical departments of IndyCar performing various roles such as inspections and measurements of weights and ride heights of the cars, as well as basic intern jobs.

“Throughout the week I’ve been working as a pit tech, so I’ve been checking to make sure the cars are legal and to the correct regulations,” said Stout.

The internship provides a great opportunity for the students to get hands-on experience. The students learn

valuable lessons from professionals in their fi elds that they can apply to their future careers. “They’ve really done a good job of teaching me a little bit of everything and getting to see every aspect of the sanctioned bodies. This is really going to further the rest of my career and is really going to help propel me into my next internship,” said Compton, who hopes to fulfi ll a leadership role working with a competitive racing team. The internship also gave the students opportunities to establish contacts within their fi eld. Stout explained that networking is an important part of the motorsports industry. It is about getting your foot in the door and meeting the different people of the industry. Networking is an important skill for college students to learn and internships are a great way to do just that. The 500 Festival will continue to offer internships throughout year other than just engineering.

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“Ninety percent of my textbooks were totally unnecessary.” – IUPUI Physics Department Research Assistant Pete Anderson said.

By Carl Simmons

Balancing the books

Increasing textbook prices have some students and faculty questioning the value and role of books in higher education

institutions. With costs for tuition and room and board rising as well, the IUPUI community is looking for new ways to keep books and educational resources valuable and relevant. The average student will have spent at least $1,200 on textbooks for the 2013-2014 school year, according to a projection released by College Board last October. The Government Accountability Office reported in June 2013 that textbook prices increased by 82 percent from 2002 to 2012 at an average of 6 percent per year. Inflation increased by 28 percent in the same time period. Jack O’Leary, manager of the Barnes & Noble store at IUPUI, says the price increases are outpacing inflation. “We as a company got so frustrated because we couldn’t control the publishers,” said O’Leary. “They totally lost perspective of the students’ pocketbooks. We thought outside of the box and we’re going to offer rentals.” He said 70 percent of the store’s booklist are rentals, allowing Barnes & Noble to help deflate the costs of textbooks. “We want every freshman to buy their books, go to class and get their education,” said O’Leary. However, some students aren’t in a rush to buy books. Senior Corey Elliot says he doesn’t plan to buy any this fall. “If I need it, I’ll get it,” said Elliot. “But I’ve also found that a lot of what the professors want us to obtain is in their presentations and materials on Oncourse. Part of the excitement is to get all your books and feel prepared, and it helps with feeling like you belong and you’re ready.” Elliot said he didn’t buy books last year because he couldn’t afford them. “It was a gamble that turned out positive, but it could have certainly buried me,” he said. “I selectively pick which books I’ll need by waiting for the first three weeks of class to end.” Elliot said common sense typically indicates whether a textbook is really required for the class.

“College books are often looked at like the most vital piece of material for a class,” said Elliot. “In this day and age, you can find the info you seek in a lot of other places than a book.” Pete Anderson, research assistant in the IUPUI Physics Department believes more instructors are choosing not to require physical textbooks. “I sense a tendency of teachers not requiring physical textbooks lately, specifically because they know how expensive they are,” said Anderson. “It’s also easy to put

information online.” Anderson often lamented that many textbooks assigned for his classes were wasted. “Ninety percent of my textbooks were totally unnecessary,” he said. Trevor Potts, a lecturer in the

School of Liberal Arts, said he believes online educational resources are increasingly relevant. “There are a lot of advocates within faculty and staff that will use resources online including essays and public domain articles,” said Potts. “I personally think that is a wonderful way to go.” Years ago, Potts said, he tried not to require textbooks for his classes, contrary to what his department head had planned. “You have to have significant reading material, of course, and things to discuss,” he said. “But I think with the changing informational ecosystem, a lot could be done by simply using things that are online.” “The information is more up to date too, rather than being two years old based on the most recent version of the textbook,” he said. Potts said he supplements his curriculum with online resources to stay relevant in teaching media. “I love a good book,” said Potts. “There are some books that are worth the price, but only if they’re used well and supplemented with additional materials.” Plenty of options and resources remain available to IUPUI students pursuing their degrees. Knowing if a textbook is worth the cost really takes more than judging it by its cover.

Discovering whether the value of textbooks stacks up against other educational resources

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Whether you are stepping straight off the graduation stage from high school, knee-deep in your capstone courses, seeking an internship or preparing to embark in life

post academia, there is a possibility you may have wondered: is college really worth it?

A recent study done by the Economic Policy Institute in Washington, D.C. answers with an overwhelming YES.

While many current and recent students of higher-level education are facing the prospects of mounting student loan debt, collectively in the $1 trillion range, the debate has raged on over the payout of an education beyond a high school diploma or GED.

According to the study, the pay grade between those who continue on to higher education is significantly higher than those who don’t.

Not only is there an outstanding difference in pay grade for those who choose to advance their educational journey by continuing on to higher levels of education, those who choose not to attend college actually lose money in the long run.

In essence, “[The] true cost of a college degree is about negative $500,000. That’s right: Over the long run, college is cheaper than free. Not going to college will cost you about half a million dollars,” David Leonhardt says in a New York Times article, “Is College Worth It? Clearly, New Data Says.”

“Americans with four-year college degrees made 98 percent more an hour on average in 2013 than people without a degree…,” Leonhardt said.

According to an article published in the journal Science in May 2014: “Skills, education, and the rise of earnings inequality among the other 99 percent” by MIT economics professor, David H. Autor,

“[The] inevitable sticker shock that households feel when confronting the cost of college should not obscure the fact that the real lifetime earnings premium to college education has likely never been higher.”

No matter the eventual payoff of receiving additional education, student debt continues to rise. What is IUPUI doing to combat the harsh reality students may face after graduation?

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The quest for a college degreeAs tuition rates increase, national student loan debt reaches new levels, some may be asking – “is it still worth it?”

In response to the mounting debt, the local socioeconomic environment faced by many here at IUPUI, as well as the importance of a college degree, Dr. Zebulun Davenport, vice chancellor of student life at IUPUI had this to say,

“First and foremost, in today’s society, a college degree is invaluable. I would go as far as to say that a college degree is a ‘game changer’. It can be the difference between social mobility and paralysis.”

“Studies have shown that the economic impact of obtaining a college degree versus not can be the difference of $1 million in the lifetime of the degree holder. The potential earning power that a person has with a college degree pays great dividends; however, students need to be wise as they pursue their degrees…Understanding the difference in the ROI [return on investment] for various bachelor [degrees] is very important,” said Davenport.

Not only does Dr. Davenport see the great benefit of a wisely chosen college degree but the benefits of receiving that degree at IUPUI.

“As far as getting a degree from IUPUI, I can personally say that the education one receives from here is rich with both in and out of class experiences.”

“This campus is made up of students, faculty and staff who care about education and each other. In my opinion, the quality of education that a student receives on this campus is second to none when it comes to urban serving institutions,” Davenport said.

As an urban serving institution, the ability to equip students with degrees for life after academia cannot be understated.

Stephanie Newell, Human Capital Manager at enVista, a supply chain consulting and IT services firm headquartered in Indiana said,

“As the 3rd fastest growing company in the state of Indiana, we hire dozens of college graduates each year. We really value our relationship with IUPUI (20% of our employees are IUPUI students or alumni) because it allows us to have a fall, spring, and summer internship program in our Carmel, Indiana headquarters.”

“Four-year degrees are required for all of our positions because a college education exposes potential employees to important business operations concepts and technology, and helps develop analytical, writing, and presentation skills. The structure of a college education is different from high school, in that it really functions to teach young adults how to learn.”

“The IUPUI students that we hire are analytical, good written communicators, personable, and demonstrate the ability to learn quickly. We need achievement-oriented individuals because we give a good deal of responsibility to our entry-level hires relatively quickly. I am continuously impressed with IUPUI students’ capability to rise to the challenge and grow as professionals,” said Newell.

When it comes to preparing students for the reality of student loan debt and how to manage it, “IU and IUPUI have been very…proactive with educating students about loan debt,” Davenport said.

IUPUI boasts a hearty Office of Student Financial Services which details student financial literacy courses, the ability to speak with a financial aid adviser, information about Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), a debt calculator, an active social media presence (@iupuiOSFS) and much more. (http://www.iupui.edu/~finaid/)

Research and interest in the climate for graduates after college is being conducted and compiled by Erin McCarthy, an M.A. graduate in Philanthropic Studies from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI. McCarthy interned over the summer with the school’s research department.

In compiling information for research, McCarthy says she has had the “opportunity to read a lot of articles on how financial aid affects student’s overall perceived value in their degree, and how this affects subsequent giving habits, as well as long-term affinity and loyalty to the university.”

A “grateful alumnus” of the graduate program at Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI, McCarthy cites the McKinsey & Company’s “Voice of the Graduate” of May 2013 as a “valuable resource” in understanding facts and statistics as it relates to the outlook in the United States as more and more students attend and graduate from college while accumulating student loan debt.

While sometimes the burden of student debt may seem too great to bear, numbers do not lie. The payoff of a college education far exceeds the absence of higher education.

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A summer note from GPSG

When summer break begins, many student governments do not continue meetings. The Graduate and Professional Student Government has elected to take a different route. Both the GPSG executive and legislative bodies will convene a few times over the summer to tackle a few key issues.

First, we hope to update our rules of order and constitution. While both saw a modest update this past year, those updates were only meant to be a temporary solution until GPSG could find one more permanent and long lasting. The balance the group needs to find is between that of a pure Robert’s Rules of Order regime (which may be too strict and hinder participation) while still establishing more formalized rules than GPSG has now.

GPSG will also tackle Weeks of Welcome event planning. With the Involvement Expo, Project Leadership, the Grad Expo, Regatta, Rec Fest, the new Student Governance Fair and another event; GPSG has a lot on its plate, but we are ready for the challenge. Each event already has an executive point person. That individual will work with the other executives and the legislative body to ensure high-quality participation at these events.

Over the horizon, I hope to benchmark GPSG against the Urban 13 and Indiana graduate/professional student governments. By finding meaningful comparisons to comparable schools, I think we can take our performance to the next level and better serve the graduate and professional student population at IUPUI. I think the next big step for GPSG is to create meaningful events on our own and with other student organizations. If you are looking to collaborate with GPSG, please contact me and we can discuss what that might look like, as well as our internal approval process.

Tony Greco, president, GPSG

The Graduate and Professional Student Government Office is located in Room 340B of the IUPUI Campus Center. While GPSG will not be holding office hours over the summer, here are a few ways you can contact us:

President Tony Greco – [email protected] Account – [email protected] – 317.278.6134

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How GPSG Elections Work  

People interested in running for office submit their names, some information and statements about why they would be good for the positions. The legislative body,made up of representatives from academic schools, then vote.    

Court of Student Governance

 This  year  saw  the  ever  graduate/  professional  Supreme  Court  chief  justice  possibly  since  its  inception  in  2004,  as  well  as  the  first  female  chief  justice  in  about  five  years.        What  is  the  Supreme  Court  and  how  does  this  impact  graduate/professional  students  at  IUPUI?      The  Supreme  Court  works  with  the  university  and  sits  on  misconduct  appeals.    While  graduate  and  professional  students  have  been  able  to  have  peers  on  the  review  committee,  the  court  provides  a  more  formalized  process  that  is  able  to  work  more  closely  with  the  school’s  conduct  officer.    With  the  election  of  Chief  Justice  Canelón,  GPSG  will  have  a  regular  Justice  position  to  fill.    

GPSG Election Results  

President  –  Tony  Greco    

Vice  President  –  Austin  Stanforth    

Secretary  –  Isaac  Karikari    

Treasurer    -­‐  Connor  Norwood    

Web  Developer  –  Hannie  Shih    

-­‐  -­‐  -­‐    Chief  Justice  –  Silvia  Canelón  

 Justice  –  Justin  McGiffen  

 Justice  –  Betsy  Sommers  

GPSG Fun Fact  

The Graduate Student Organization, now known as GPSG, was created in 1991. Before then there was only one university-wide student government, but since mainly

graduate/professional students won the elections, it was perceived that undergraduate students were not being represented, and they split off. When the Undergraduate Student

Government was dissolved and re-formed, GPSG became the oldest university-wide student government, and still is.

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One of the most important advantages of being an IUPUI student comes in the form of a plastic identifier. The Jagtag is

a student ID, but it also functions as debit card, campus-wide access card, printing card, library card and meal plan ticket. However, the uses do not stop here. From discounted cell phone plans to cheaper movie tickets to markdowns on new cars, this may be the single most important piece of equipment needed in each student’s career at IUPUI. The conveniences associated with the Jagtag stand out amongst other student IDs. In addition to accessing the meal plan or the requirement to use Jagtag to print, students can use the Jagtag around town. This means students can load money onto the card and use it as a debit. Many places on and around campus accept this as a form of payment with more vendors

coming onboard all the time. Recently added are Dibella’s Old Fashioned Submarines, The Stacked Pickle and New Orleans on the Avenue. At some of the participating restaurants, the card holder also receives discounts just for using the card. “We are constantly thinking up new ways to engage the campus community and offer new and improved services through our office,” front line

JAG-tastic dealsAn insider’s guide to all things JagTagBy Alexis Gillen

JagTag Customer Service Representative, Natalie Smith said.

Each day of the week is a new special at one of the restaurants near campus. Tuesday is free combo upgrade at Which Wich while Thursday is buy-one-get-one day at Noodles & Company. For a full list of vendors visit JagTag.iupui.edu. There are discounted tickets to events and exhibits

all over the city. The Eiteljorg Museum, currently featuring Blake

Little: Photographs from the Gay Rodeo and the Ansel Adams exhibits, offers free admission with the Jagtag while The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and The Indianapolis Zoo both offer

discounted tickets through the JagTag office on the second floor of the Student Center, Suite 217. Cedar Point, Holiday World and King’s Island tickets are also available to students through the office at a discounted rate. This card and account attached to it are extremely user friendly. The JagTag website allows students to load money onto the card, check balances and manage accounts from any device; all that is needed is an IU username and passphrase. Most of the tickets for local museums, shows and discounted IndyGo bus passes require students to go into the JagTag office, but there are also a lot of things thatcan be taken care of online. If there is one thing to have at all times, this would be it. The JagTag is not just a form of identification, but also a great advantage to everyday life as a student.

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PART TIME JOB FAIR

Many students hope to get a degree that will

one day lead to a career. Few students realize the value of job experience that can be picked up along the way. While a part-time job may seem more like a distraction than career experience, the IUPUI Department of Student Employment believes that a part-time job provides the skills that will act as “stepping-stones” into students’ occupations. That is why this August will feature IUPUI’s annual Part-Time Job Fair. It is an informal job fair that allows students to preview part-time jobs offered on and off campus.

“Students will not only be able to network with employers and learn about part-time jobs on and off campus, but how those are academically relevant or how they could make them academically relevant,” said Craig Pelka, assistant director of student employment and coordinator of the event. “That’s really the key. To expose them to one: all the different opportunities that are available and two: the importance of working as a student.”

As one of the only part-time job fairs in the Indianapolis area, the event gives both incoming and current students the ability to preview various available positions. Even if students are not currently searching for a job, Pelka recommends they stop by.

“We encourage students who aren’t currently looking for a job to come so they can just see what’s out there,” said Pelka. “That way you have a good idea of who hires IUPUI students.”

With about 1,500 students and 85 employers attending last year, there are plenty of options. These employers are looking specifically for IUPUI students. Last year an average of 98 percent of employers intended on interviewing students they spoke with and 97 percent intended on hiring those students. Some of those employers included UPS, Fastenal, Girls Inc. and on-campus organizations like UITS and Bepko Learning Center.

The event will take place on August 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the University College Courtyard. Students do not need to register for the event and admission is free. Be sure to bring your resume and dress business casual.

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GRAD EXPO 2014

For those students planning to obtain master’s or doctoral degrees, IUPUI has a one-stop shop event to answer graduate school questions. The Graduate Expo will come to campus for its fifth consecutive year.

The event will be held Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Campus Center.

“It’s a graduate education fair where students can come by and visit a number of universities, and also IUPUI departments that are participating, to learn more about their graduate programs,” said Jennifer Mahoney, event coordinator for the graduate office.

The main goal is to provide knowledge to potential graduate students so they can make informed decisions.

“It’s an overall awareness-building activity in terms of increasing awareness and interest in graduate and professional education at large,” said NaShara Mitchell, an assistant dean in the Graduate Office. She said the event will highlight all the available options on the IUPUI campus, as well as other opportunities.

The fair targets current and former students, but anyone interested in learning about graduate programs is welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged at www.surveymonkey.com/s/StudentGradExpo2014.

Those interested in entering a graduate program also should attend the “Getting You Into IUPUI” follow-up program designed to help introduce and facilitate admission into an IU or Purdue graduate program.

MAJOR/CAREER InFO DAy 2014

For many incoming freshmen, deciding on what degree to pursue may prove difficult. In September IUPUI will host an event to help students decide what major or career paths they want to follow.

The Major/Career Information Day is dedicated to informing students about the degree programs available on campus.

“The main purpose is to help exploratory students, even non-exploratory students, really

understand the full scope of major options, minor options [and] certificate options that are here at IUPUI,” said Enjoli Hampton-Brown, student success advisor and coordinator of the event. “Most students come in with a small view of what college degrees are available, so this is really to help them understand the full gamut of what we offer.”

Since 2007, the Major/Career Information Day has informed students about available academic options here at IUPUI. Students will have the opportunity to speak with other students, alumni and staff representatives from undergraduate degree programs to learn details about various majors and minors. They also will learn how to enter the specific programs.

But the event is not just for incoming

freshmen. It is also an opportunity for other students who are still undecided to explore majors or minors.

“We have quite a few students in University College who are still not in their degree granting school and unsure of a major direction. So anyone needing clarification on a major direction or career options within a major, this is a good event to go to,” said Hampton-Brown.

The event will take place on Sept. 23 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Campus Center, Room 450. Admission is free with a JagTag.

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When pursuing your degree in college, there are many aspects to consider. From finances to friendships, classes

and student organizations, it is important to plan your academic career accordingly.

One of the most difficult parts of beginning your journey here at IUPUI is deciding where to live. Local students may have the option of living at home, but not all students call Indiana their home. Students coming out of state or even out of the country do not have this opportunity. When contemplating your new home, the main decision lies in whether you want to live on or off campus. But how does one decide? Consider the opportunities they each provide.

Generally, research shows that for beginning students, on-campus living will better your odds for success. Living on campus at one of the dorms or housing facilities such as Ball Hall, University Tower or Riverwalk Apartments provides many great advantages to students.

“Students who decide to live on campus have a higher GPA, they have higher persistence and have a stronger connection to the University,” said Dr. Aaron Hart, Director of Housing and Residence Life at IUPUI. “If you’re in college to learn and matriculate, and get a degree, living on campus gives you not only more options, but helps you in those pursuits.”

Dr. Hart explains that there are two main reasons why students are successful while living on campus. They are within close proximity of the university and are able to access the various programs that are offered through Housing and Residence Life. The convenience of being near campus is ideal for students. The ability to easily walk to and from class allows easy access to campus facilities. Class is a mere 15 to 20 minute walk from some locations. It is also cost effective as it saves money on gas, or even the need for a car.

A second great benefit to on-campus housing is programming offered by the Housing and Residence Department. These programs provide students with much needed resources that will aid in their growth here at IUPUI.

“We offer life skills programming that teaches you how to deal with issues of diversity, programs that teach you how to make the right career choices, programs even about things that help you with relationships and healthy living,” said Hart.

Another advantage is the simplicity of campus living. There is no worrying about monthly rent and if problems occur, such as maintenance issues, you can contact either a resident assistant or the IUPUI maintenance department. There is no need to deal with landlords. Groceries are also cut down as many on-campus residents purchase meal

plans. Living on campus also increases social interaction. With other residents living close by, it is easy to make new friends and learn about activities on campus.

On-campus living is efficient, but also has its disadvantages. While social interaction is increased, privacy is diminished. It is uncommon to have a room to yourself. Bedrooms and bathrooms are typically shared by other residents, which means limited space. Dorms can be quite small especially when sharing one. The increased social interaction and lack of privacy may get in the way with your studying, as well. Make sure studying time is planned accordingly.

There are many benefits to living off-campus as well. A big advantage of living off campus is independence. With less mandatory rules to follow, you are free to establish your own rules. This gives you a sense of responsibility, which is a crucial to your success here at IUPUI. That being said, on-campus living does provide some sense of responsibility.

“I think living away from home period whether its on-campus or off-campus you are developing that sense of independence and responsibility. Yeah there are rules in on-campus housing but you’re still on your own still essentially,” said Shanon Gibson of IUPUI Housing and Residence Life.

There is also more privacy to be found in off-campus living to an extent. You are more likely to have your own room or bathroom. . There will be more space for your things and you will also likely have place to study at home.

Off-campus living does not come without disadvantages. While Indianapolis has a decent public transportation system, you may find that a car is a necessity to conveniently commute. Either way, it will cost money. Commuting is not the only added expense. The cost of living off campus is usually more expensive for both rent, paid monthly, and groceries.

“If you choose not to live on campus for whatever reason, it is important to be mindful of your choice off campus because if a student lives somewhere where rent costs more then they can afford they may end up taking less class hours or doing poorer in school because they do need to work more.”

Utilities, such as internet and cable, can also become expensive. Another possible disadvantage with off-campus living is the potential for isolation. If you are new to the city it may be more difficult to make friends and stay in touch with campus activities.

Deciding which option for living works best for you is a personal preference. Consider each living situation carefully, as they are often long-term commitments.

Though Indiana University will not privatize parking operations on its seven campuses, including IUPUI, commuters can expect

changes to parking on campus. Effective July 1, parking permits will be renamed and monthly rates will also increase anywhere from $0 to $14 per month for employees and $3 to $7 per month for students. Students with an “ST” permit will be able to park in the Barnhill, Blackford and Gateway garages. The southeast entrance of the Lockefield Garage (formerly known as the Wishard Garage) will also be valid for “ST” permits. “ST” permits will also be valid in the Sports Garage and any space designated “IUPUI” in the Riverwalk Garage (levels 4, 5 and 6). “ST” permits will be valid in any surface space

marked “ST” or “NC” 24/7 and “ST” permits will also remain valid in “EM” beginning at 4 p.m. through 7:30 a.m. the following morning. “I was more worried about the cost going up, but that’s going up anyways,” said UITS employee Matt Hoffman. In an email sent to the IUPUI community, Dawn M. Rhodes, Vice Chancellor of Finance & Administration, explained that increased rates were inevitable. “Regardless of whether IUPUI would have privatized parking services,” Rhodes wrote, “increased rates were going to occur. However, most classes of permits at IUPUI cost less than similar permits at peer

institutions.” IUPUI intends to use increased parking revenues to reinvest into other initiatives including updating the campus shuttle system, as well as upgrading and repairing existing parking facilities. “New revenue will benefit those on campus through expansion of shuttle service and upkeep of parking areas,” Rhodes wrote. “Sometimes I’ll come in and there won’t be any spots,” said Hoffman. “I’ll go across the street and there won’t be any spots there. I’ll go to that parking garage and there won’t be any spots there. It’s just a minor inconvenience.”

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In early June, Janet Wilkinson began collecting signatures for a change.org petition championing the idea that “Its Time To Class Feminism As A Terrorist Group” (sic). Imagine my surprise when I saw that a website that routinely floods my inbox with pleas to assist in preventing beavers’ anal sacs from being removed and used as vanilla flavoring was the same vehicle that spread this laughable demand around the internet. As outrageous as it may seem to those sympathetic with the feminist cause, the petition currently has 1,697 signatures. The petition insisted, among other things, “Its time we stopped the violence, its time we put a stop to the hatred feminists are constantly generating. Its time we stopped womens studies courses from brainwashing women into thinking they are victims. Its time these misandric loonatics are stopped.” (sic) I will do my best to discuss the issue dispassionately, but if my thinly veiled bias emerges understand that years of bell hooks, Gloria Steinem-fed brainwashing that has turned me into a misandric loonatic. If I know one thing, I know each of the 1,697 signees has a mother. Many probably have a sister. Or a daughter. Or a niece. Or at least one friend who pees sitting down and has two X chromosomes. Not to say that anti-feminism is synonymous with anti-female. Plenty of people out there love women but hate feminists. The label “feminist” can be so abhorrent in the U.S. that a swatch of prominent female celebrities distance themselves from it. Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer, bubblegum-pop star Taylor Swift and singer/performance artist Lady Gaga all claim they are not feminists. It was Mother Monster who said, “I’m not a feminist. I hail men. I love men. I celebrate American male culture -- beer, bars and muscle cars,” further perpetuating the stereotype that misandry is the overarching theme of feminist thought. Non-Western women’s groups also separate themselves from feminism —not because they do not want to be labeled as self-righteous man-haters, but because they feel that the goal of Western feminism is too narrow and bourgeoisie. That is not to say they do not fight oppression. In fact, the impoverished women of the Third World probably do so with more strength and courage than even the boldest American feminist (myself included). With all the negativity and misunderstanding surrounding feminism, it was a relief to hear that Beyoncé, one of America’s most famous self-proclaimed “modern feminists,” included a definition of a feminist in her song “Flawless.” It came in the form of a sample from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED talk, “We should all be feminists.” Adichie proclaims, “Feminist: the person who believes in the social, political and economic equality of the sexes.” There are groups and individuals who commit violent acts in the name of feminism, but by Adichie’s pithy definition, violence, misandry and lunacy are not inherent feminist traits. The time spent arguing publicly over who is or isn’t a feminist, or why feminists are dangerous, takes time away from pursuing equality. So whether you call yourself a feminist, a humanist, a womanist or adhere to no label at all, as long as you believe in across-the-board equality between the sexes, good for you.

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Burlesque is not just some peep show, but more of an art of expression. It builds confidence and strength that you didn’t know you had. It’s not so much of being serious, but expressing how you feel and having the confidence to go on stage and putting on a good show. Who said there was something wrong with showing a little leg? Here in Indy we have Bottoms Up Burlesque. Bottoms Up Burlesque is composed of of a community of strong women who produce entertaining creative burlesque shows. The company donates 100 percent of their proceeds to locally run cancer charity organizations, Pink Ribbon Connection and Creating Hope. Souxie Snapdragon is a veteran of Bottoms Up Burlesque. “I grew up dancing when I was young. I was in ballet and tap dancing, but I wasn’t exceptionally good at it. I watched the musical “Gypsy” and loved it. The burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee starred in it. I happen to have a friend that was a hairdresser to a group of girls that were burlesque dancers. I started doing merchandise for Bottoms Up. Then I found out that burlesque was back and I had to be apart of it. I love dancing, you don’t have to be exceptionally good dancer. Burlesque is a lot more about confidence then it is about ability. I have been dancing for 5 years now,” Snapdragon said. Burlesque can help people more way than one. It helps boost your confidence and self-esteem. Burlesque is not just putting on a show it can be considered a form of therapy. “Burlesque is body accepting and empowering. Anybody can get on the stage and do what they like. Burlesque gives me a creative outlet and the ability to dance. It gives me more confidence. I actually recently got a divorce and I really think that burlesque gave me help, and strength to be ready to be on my own. You are on that stage alone. It really gives people strength that they didn’t know they could do. You don’t think you’re going to take your clothes off in front of people, but then you’re like, ‘Hey if I can do that what can’t I do?’” Snapdragon said. Let’s not get it twisted: stripping and burlesque may have similarities, but they vary in different ways. “It’s really tough, but there are big differences. Stripping takes talent and athleticism. The focus on stripping is still the basic of burlesque. It comes from the tease act and the strip act. They put it together: the tease act is acting as if you are going to take to take something off, and the stripper actually did. But burlesque is not about sexy part. It’s about the comedy, theater and the costume. It’s all about how you present it,” Snapdragon said. Burlesque is coming back with a bang. If you feel that you are lacking confidence, why not put together a routine and put on a show. Burlesque is not only for the girls, guys can join in too. More information and sceduled shows can be found on www.bottomsupburlesque.com @BOTTOMSUPBURlESqUE WWW.FACEBOOk.COM/SOUXIE.SnAPDRAGOn

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To go or not to go to the gym today? In this ruthless battle between a warm bed and a sweaty fitness club, pillows and fluffy blankets almost always win. It is just hard to find a gym-buddy. If you are looking to stay fit and want to save money, this may be for you.

The majority of personal trainers recommend working out two to three times per week. When you are not lifting dumbbells, taking a hit to a punching bag or ______, personal trainers suggest doing cardio, such as walking, running, or cycling.

While many workout options are available, it appears young people still find it difficult to work out alone. As team sports have illustrated, it is more effective and fun to work out with a group. I want to introduce you to an amazing organization, one of which will make you sweat like hell, help you find new friends and have fun!

Welcome to The November Project! NP Indy is a free fitness movement, located in downtown

Indianapolis. This project started in Boston as a way to stay in shape during cold fall and winter months. It does not have any restriction in age, shape, or fitness level.

“Our members vary from Olympic medalists, professional athletes, marathoners, triathletes, current and former collegiate athletes, all the way to complete fitness rookies and recent couch potatoes just looking to kick start their healthy life choices,” claimed the project website.

Getting involved is very simple too. Members meet every Wednesday morning at 6:15 a.m. at the

Indianapolis War Memorial. Just show up and kick as hard as you can during the work out. The warm up goes first, which may include a few jumps. Upbeat music helps keep you motivated during the work out. The interesting fact about each project is that each tribes’ routine is different. Leaders put together creative and challenging work outs.

Each practice lasts about an hour, with pictures following. Group and individual photos are taken and then later posted on the blog, the official project website and the Facebook group page.

If you have ever heard about crossfit, NP Indy is very similar, but does not include weights. Trust me, you will not regret joining this organization!

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The 2014 American Football Conference Championship was handed to the Indianapolis Colts on a silver platter. The other three teams in the division all ended with

losing records while the Colts won every game.Of those three teams competing to be king of the AFC

South, Tennessee looks to pose the slightest threat for the Colts’ crown. Jacksonville and Houston were the bottom two in the AFC standings, and both are looking to rebuild. Tennessee will keep the majority of its framework intact, but it has lost offensive star Kenny Brit to free agency and released former Pro Bowler Chris Johnson, who signed with the Jets.

The Colts’ road to the playoffs looks similar to the previous year: Win the majority of the games in the division while dropping a few to some out-of-division foes. Indianapolis will open the regular season Sept. 7 in Denver against Peyton Manning and the Broncos. The following week, the Colts defense will be tested again, this time against Chip Kelly’s Eagles offense on Monday Night Football. Both will be difficult contests.

While losing longtime Colt Antoine Bethea is a big hit for a defense that sputtered multiple times in the later weeks of last season (losses to St. Louis, Arizona and Cincinnati

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after allowing 38 or more points in all contests), the addition of former Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson more than makes up for it.

The offensive side has some questions to answer as well. How will future Hall of Famer Reggie Wayne perform after tearing his ACL and missing the majority of the season? How will newly added receiver Hakeem Nicks fit into the Pagano offense?

Maybe the biggest question is: What will the running game look like for Indianapolis? Early last season the Colts traded a first-round pick for Trent Richardson, a two-time BCS champion and the third-overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft. The initial reaction was that he was a steal, and the Colts instantly became the Super Bowl favorite. Then Richardson donned the blue and white. He finished the season with 458 yards, half the total he recorded the previous year, and only three touchdowns.

So what do the Colts have if Richardson flops? Donald Brown is now in San Diego. Vick Ballard Is still on the roster, and Amad Bradshaw will be back to take some of the carries. The Colts must decide who the team’s No. 1 is.

Will the Colts repeat in the division? More than likely. The real question is whether the team can adjust once playoff time comes.

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