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Top ten places to nap at IUPUI

By Jacob Stewart | Jan. 17

Winter break is long gone and it’s your second week back on campus. The real work has begun, and the stress is already getting to you. A good cry is not going to cut it. Having gotten used to sleeping in until 11 a.m., the fatigue starts to hit you during your morning classes and you need a quiet place to rest, so where do you go? Here is the list you never knew you needed: the best places to nap on the IUPUI campus. 

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Students showcase their work at English department readings

By Ashley Wilson | Jan. 11

Student readings at IUPUI have existed in a variety of different spaces and forms over the years, but have continued to run with the purpose of allowing students to share their creative works. At readings, students are welcome to share their poetry, fiction and musical works. 

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Student Life

Office of the Chancellor launches new student-led mental health initiative

By Ashley Wilson and Katie Wiseman | Jan. 11

The Office of the Chancellor has announced a new initiative, the Chancellor’s Student Mental Health Council, which began accepting applications on Dec. 16. According to the website, “The newly established Chancellor’s Student Mental Health Council connects decision-makers and students in the interest of ensuring student health and well-being.”

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Genesis Magazine begins return to normalcy

By Ashley Wilson | Dec. 12

Last spring, genesis Magazine celebrated their 50th anniversary. They celebrated their latest release party on Wednesday. Sarah Layden, the faculty advisor of genesis since 2016, expressed that the magazine has seen a lot of fluctuations in the quantity and types of content submitted to the magazine due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “I think that’s reflected nicely in this fall 2022 cover, because you’ve got this illustration of somebody on their phone, presumably getting all these updates that are reflected behind them, and it’s about masks and Covid and all these other things just looming," said Layden.

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Opinion

OPINION: IUSM Must Reverse Early Decision Policy Changes

By Jacob Stewart | Dec. 9

The IU School of Medicine (IUSM) recently altered their early admissions policy. As of last spring, "placement at a specific location is not guaranteed." High-performing early applicants are now forced to use essentially the same ranking system that regular applicants use. The decision might push students to not pursue early admissions, making them more likely to go to out-of-state schools.

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Student Life

The Struggle to Find Childcare at IUPUI

By Jacob Stewart | Dec. 8

Being a parent is a difficult task. Balancing an academic workload on top of that can make things even more challenging. 1,662 IUPUI students indicated on their FAFSA application that they had at least one dependent in 2020. Many struggle to find childcare. Many have suggested Indiana University should step in to provide childcare subsidies, but a cooperative childcare organization on campus might help where subsidies cannot. 

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The Best Places to Cry on Campus

By Campus Citizen | Dec. 7

It is finals week again, and as you walk out of your last test for your hardest class, the emotions hit you. There is no chance you passed that final and now your GPA is in the dumpster. The water works are coming and you need a place to let it all out quietly and without anyone noticing, so where do you go? Here is the list you never knew you needed: the best places to cry on the IUPUI campus. 

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Student Government

Paw's Pantry Visits USG to Discuss Pantry Needs

By Abby Godsen | Nov. 30

Associate Program Director of Student Support, Erika Thomison, and Executive Team Member Chair for Paw’s Pantry, Braxton Gray, spoke at the Nov. 11 meeting of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) about the needs of Paw’s Pantry and ways in which students can help support them. Paw’s Pantry is a food pantry on campus that is open to all students. It aims to help those with food insecurity meet their dietary needs. 

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IUPUI Student Announces Campaign for City-County Council

By Katie Wiseman | Nov. 16

On Monday, IUPUI student Nick Roberts announced his candidacy for Indianapolis City-County Council, representing District 4.Currently studying political science and economics, Roberts made headlines last year for his work addressing gerrymandering in Indiana. Now Roberts makes headlines for being one of the youngest candidates to run for city-county council.

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Delta Sigma Phi presents Queen of the Canal

By Rashan Nisly | Nov. 10

Delta Sigma Phi is going to be hosting their annual philanthropy event Queen of the Canal, which will take place Nov. 11 in the lecture hall on IUPUI’s campus at 7 p.m.

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Student Life

Craze for Caffeine

By Abby Godsen | Nov. 6

Every college student knows the feeling of having one million things to do and never enough time to do all of them. Many turn to energy drinks, teas and coffees to give them an extra boost. However, many students likely do not know what they are consuming, or if it is even beneficial.

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Inspirations of IUPUI Student, Singer-Songwriter Myra Kivett

By Sahar Abdullah | Oct. 25

Myra Kivett grew up in a musical family– she describes music as something that is in her blood and something that she “always gravitated towards”.  Her most recently released song is her official debut single titled “Guys Like You,” which was recorded in Round Table Recording Studio in Broad Ripple. Kivett balances a full course load through IUPUI’s BA/MA program. Her schedule during the school year is often hectic with academics, so Kivett utilizes her summers to focus on music.  

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Opinion

A Student Review: Drag Bingo Night at IUPUI

By Abby Godsen | Oct. 24

IUPUI hosted their first Drag Bingo night Oct. 14, and it started with a bang. The event was a massive success with so many students that they had to move to a bigger room to accommodate the line out the door. 

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Student Life

Student Organizations, IUPD Work Toward Campus Safety

By Ashley Wilson | Oct. 22

While attending college, students live, work and participate in recreational activities on campus. A major concern for many of them is simply staying safe. A number of on-campus organizations have recognized this and are working towards creating such an environment, in addition to the IUPD. 

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AXO Volley Against Violence

By Nathan Ensley | Oct. 14

Alpha Chi Omega (AXO) hosted their Volley Against Violence on Oct. 14 to raise money for the Colburn Place in their fight against domestic violence. Phi Gamma Delta won the tournament after beating AXO in the final. 

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Student Government

USG Hosts Leadership Conference for Student Engagement

By Abby Godsen | Oct. 11

Last Friday, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held a Leadership Conference in the University Tower Ballroom from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  Although the event was initially aimed at senate members of the USG, it was later opened to anyone on campus.  “The leadership conference was aimed to help students engage more on campus,” according to the USG Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Clara Pineda. 

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USG Discusses Ways to Improve Campus Experience

By Abby Godsen | Oct. 5

Last Friday, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) met to discuss ways to improve the student experience at IUPUI. These meetings are held every Friday from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Business/SPEA (BS) 2000 and are open to all IUPUI students. They discussed a number of ideas, from resolving food insecurity to installing pharmacy vending machines on campus. 

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An Inside Look at the 14th Annual IUPUI Regatta

By Daniel Guevara | Oct. 3

September 24th was IUPUI’s 14th annual Regatta, a traditional canoe race on the Central Canal in downtown Indianapolis. Students watched their peers compete in the canoe race, visited student organization booths in Military Park, viewed a dog costume contest and watched live performances at the Regatta Music Festival. "It was kinda upsetting that we did well but weren't allowed to compete in the finals due to them... losing our [time]... This is our last Regatta and we felt a little cheated, but we appreciated getting to have the experience," said one student. 

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Midterm Election: What You Need to Know

By Hanne Brandgard | Oct. 2

With the 2022 midterm election just over a month away, voters across the country are making plans to vote on Nov. 8. This will be the first time many college students cast a ballot. They face a unique set of challenges, but luckily there are many resources on IUPUI’s campus dedicated to making voting more accessible to students.  

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Students take a swing for St. Jude

By Katie Wiseman | Sept. 29

TKE hosted their second annual Car Smash for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital on Wednesday. Students had the opportunity to wield a sledgehammer or baseball bat to smash an old black Pontiac Sunfire and partake in burgers, chips, or a drink.