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A columnist highlights five favorite scenic photo spots on campus, including Sample Gates and Showalter Fountain (ideal for portraits and group shots).

The column explains these locations offer creative framing opportunities for students and visitors.

The Bishop announced a fall concert series from July 31 through November at 123 S.

Walnut St featuring Mdou Moctar (Sept. 13), Triptides (Aug. 7), Fai Laci (Oct. 10), and other artists, with tickets costing between $12 and $25.

The Indiana Society of the Sons of the American Revolution will dedicate a Liberty Tree at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 25 at St. Paul United Methodist Church (4201 W.

Third St.) to mark the nation's 250th anniversary. The event features a color presentation, national anthem, and remarks by Wayne Eells.

A recent Indiana Daily Student article ranks IU’s quirky campus traditions by detailing rituals like the Herman B Wells handshake, Eskenazi color show, Ghost Walk, and Rose Well House kiss.

The piece shows how these practices connect students to a rich campus culture.

IU Housing has published a move-in checklist to guide new students preparing for residence hall life at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall from Aug.

18 to 19. The checklist covers dorm supplies like bedding, storage, tech items and cleaning products.

The IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy hosted the inaugural Youth Changemakers Summit where high school students learned to lead philanthropic campaigns, manage fundraising, and use social media — skills they will use to advance local projects.

An Indiana Daily Student column presents a bucket list for IU students featuring tailgating, football games, fountain jumps, dining on Fourth Street, and group exercise classes to explore campus life.

The guide highlights local traditions and encourages trying campus activities.

Bloomington native Musa Jallow is rekindling his pro basketball career in Malta after injuries once steered him toward medicine – he now aims to revive his athletic prospects overseas.

The Indiana Hoosiers, defending national champions, will begin their football season with a home opener against North Texas on Saturday, Sept.

5 at noon ET at Memorial Stadium — tickets start at $86; fans can buy tickets for all home and road games.

Indiana football secured its first 2028 QB prospect commitment yesterday when four-star Lukas Prock chose the Hoosiers among multiple offers.

Prock, a top-10 QB in his class, becomes a key part of coach Curt Cignetti’s future roster.

Former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza signed a four-year, $57.27 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday in Henderson, Nevada — his deal includes a $38.11 million signing bonus and a fifth-year option.

Indiana will open play without Mendoza on Sept. 5 at Memorial Stadium.

Indiana basketball dominated the Virgin Islands in the FISU America Games on Thursday night—overcoming an early deficit and rotating the entire bench to build a large lead.

Sam Alexis, fresh off the NBA Summer League, added key frontcourt depth as the Hoosiers now prepare for elimination rounds starting Saturday.

Indiana basketball played Thursday night at 6 p.m. against the Virgin Islands in the FISU America Games—streamed on the event’s YouTube page.

Both teams advanced with wins over Peru for a spot in the elimination rounds scheduled later this week.

Bloomington North seniors Caelan D’Onofrio and Caleb Winders powered a track victory and were honored as 2026 Herald-Times Track Athletes of the Year today — Adis Hamidovic and Arthur Banks shared the 2026 Herald-Times Field Athlete of the Year title after strong showings in discus and pole vault.

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Bloomington — Book Now on Eventbrite! — Unleash your creativity making a traditional Turkish lamp while enjoying delightful snacks.

Couples Communication Cure: An Evening with Michele O'Mara

6-7 p.m. — Morgenstern Books & Café — Free entry — Explore effective communication in relationships with expert Michele O'Mara as she shares insights from her latest book.

James Eichman Live Concert

9-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ entry — Experience evocative alt-Americana and indie rock sounds from Nashville’s own James Eichman.