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Tuesday, September 9, 2003

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Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer pledges $10 million to IU Simon Cancer Center

Not only does Vera Bradley make popular handbags, but it also fights against breast cancer. The Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer announced today (Nov. 12) that it is committing $10 million to breast cancer research at the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center.   Full Story >>

13th annual IU Blood Donor Challenge runs nationwide through Nov. 13

Originally known as the IU vs. Purdue Blood Donor Challenge, Indiana University continues saving lives this year in the renamed 13th annual IU Blood Donor Challenge. The nationwide challenge will run through Nov. 13.   Full Story >>

IU to establish faculty chair in memory of President Myles Brand

Indiana University President Michael A. McRobbie today (Oct. 28) will announce a campaign to create an endowed faculty chair in cancer research in commemoration of the late Myles Brand, the university's 16th president.   Full Story >>

Indiana Memorial Union Board to present nonpartisan health care debate with IU professors

A diverse panel of Indiana University professors will speak on the issue of health care reform Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. in the Whittenberger Auditorium at the Indiana Memorial Union. This free, open-to-the-public event is co-sponsored by the Indiana Memorial Union Board and the Teachable Moments Committee of the Commission on Multicultural Understanding.   Full Story >>

Body's immune system response to dental plaque varies by gender and race

Will neglecting to brush your teeth damage more than just your smile? Can failing to attack dental plaque increase your risk of heart damage? The answer to both questions may be "yes" if you are male and black, an Indiana University School of Dentistry study published in the current issue of the Journal of Dental Research reports.   Full Story >>

Indiana University remembers its 16th president, Myles Brand

Myles Brand, who served as Indiana University's 16th president from 1994 to 2002 and president of the National Collegiate Athletic Association since January 2003, died today (Sept. 16) at the age of 67.   Full Story >>



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