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Famous alumni you may or may not know from Indiana universities
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Mark Cuban’s love for basketball was reportedly fueled by watching legendary Indiana Hoosiers basketball coach Bobby Knight from the sidelines. | Photo by Gage Skidmore via Creative Commons
Over the centuries, thousands of influential athletes, artists, business people, and world leaders have called Indiana home — and some of them passed through the hallowed halls of our universities.

Let’s toss our caps for these local alumni, some of whom may surprise you.

Indiana University

Mark Cuban, 1981 | Reality television’s favorite Shark earned his Bachelor of Science degree in management from the Kelley School of Business. Infamous for buying the Dallas Mavericks, luxury jets, and entire towns, his current net worth is estimated to be $5.4 billion.

Mark Spitz, 1972 | A different kind of shark, Spitz is considered by many to be one of the greatest Olympians of all time. He set seven world records and won nine gold medals at the Games. His record of seven gold medals in a single Olympics held strong for 30+ years.

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Watkins’ “Chicago” originally opened on Broadway in 1926.

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Photo by Broadway Tour via Creative Commons

Butler University

Maurine Dallas Watkins, 1919 | Ever heard of a little musical called “Chicago”? The second-longest running Broadway show of all time wouldn’t exist without Watkins, who penned the original play it’s based upon. She sourced her inspiration for the show from her experiences working as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune in the 1920s after graduating first in her class.

Bobby Plump, 1958 | Plump was the major inspiration for the 1986 film Hoosiers, one of just a few movies to actually film in Indianapolis. The 1954 “Mr. Basketball” winner went on to play for Butler, and his legacy still lives on at Broad Ripple bar Plump’s Last Shot.

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Armstrong took a break during his college education to serve in the US Navy.

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Photo by Project Apollo Archive via Creative Commons

Purdue University

Neil Armstrong, 1955 | The first man on the moon began studying aeronautical engineering at Purdue at just 17. Legend has it that he was considering attending MIT instead, but chose Purdue after watching the Boilermakers defeat the Ohio State Buckeyes in a 1945 football game.
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Events
Monday, Aug. 12
  • Open House | Monday, Aug. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | The Melody Inn | Free | Sharpen your skills at this open mic night, which welcomes both comedians + musicians.
Tuesday, Aug. 13
  • Euchre Hour | Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library | Free | Learn how to play the classic card game.
Wednesday, Aug. 14
  • Intro to Breathwork | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Local 416 Union Hall | Free | First responders + their loved ones can learn breath techniques to relax and release tension.
  • 2024 IndyFringe Festival Preview Night | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Indiana Landmarks Center, Cook Theatre | $0-$20 | Enjoy a one-night only preview of Indy’s silliest, strangest, and most celebratory arts event.
Thursday, Aug. 15
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News Notes
Olympics
  • In the final days of the Games, both the men’s and women’s US basketball teams clinched victories — meaning Tyrese Haliburton is bringing another gold medal home to Indy. Matt Anderson and the men’s volleyball team also snagged a bronze medal. (WTHR)
Open
  • Indy’s new visitors center, The Index, is officially open. It offers locally produced, handmade goods and Indy Attraction Passes, which allow users to pay one low price for admission to seven attractions including The Children’s Museum, the Indiana Historical Society, and the Eiteljorg Museum.
Pets
  • The 10th annual “Clear the Shelters” campaign began on Saturday, encouraging people across the nation to adopt pets in need or make donations to local shelters. See participating locations. (WTHR)
Theater
  • The IndyFringe Festival kicks off this Thursday, Aug. 15. For the first time, it’s extending beyond Mass Ave, with performances at Dance Kaleidoscope in the Circle City Industrial Complex + White Rabbit Cabaret in Fountain Square. See the schedule for all 250 performances. (IBJ)
Job
  • The Fishers Event Center is set to open its doors in November and is looking to fill a wide range of positions. Interested folks can explore opportunities at the Fishers Event Center Career Fair on Thursday, Aug. 29 at Launch Fishers (12175 Visionary Way) from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Community
  • Westfield Washington Schools opens its new $12 million tennis complex this week, featuring 15 courts + a team room with lockers, concessions, and restrooms. The general public will have the chance to play on the courts for free during a community day on Saturday, Sept. 14. (WISH)
Sports
  • Is Mike Woodson already on the hot seat for Indiana basketball? Find out with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcast.
    Seasonal
    • Keep the end-of-summer blues at bay with a trip to Conner Prairie. Visitors can connect with nature and explore Indy’s history at Conner Prairie through educational experiences the entire family can enjoy (think: cooling off in a splash pad or exploring nature at the Treetop Outpost).*
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    Wellness
    • Pop quiz. What’s the body’s most abundant protein? The answer: collagen. Get it from a grass-fed, pasture-raised source (with 18 grams of protein per serving).*
     
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    Answered

    We asked, “What are the Seven Wonders of Indy?” Here are just a few of your exciting suggestions:
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    Hoosiers have been getting their barbecue on at this unassuming joint for more than 70 years. | Photo by @i8toniteindy
    • "@indyculturaltrail is pretty wonderful.” — @tasteindianapolis
    • “The Shrine Room in the Indiana War Memorial.” — @wewalkindy
    • “The Pogue’s Run tunnel under downtown.” — @naptowndaily
    • “Elvis’ final performance location!” — @lydchast
    • “The War Memorial, Scottish Rite Cathedral, and the Murat.” — @lifebytodd
    • “Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Memorial, which is about peace. And Bar-B-Q Heaven; c’mon, the owner started it 75 years ago and it’s still open! That’s a feat.” — @i8toniteindy
    From the options we gave you, Indianapolis Motor Speedway proved the most popular with 98% of you backing it, followed by Soliders + Sailors Monument with 91% of the vote. A few extras you wrote in included Crown Hill Cemetery, Long’s Bakery, and the Lucas Oil Stadium retractable roof.

    Extra special shout out to whoever wrote in Sidedoor Bagel; our taste buds couldn’t agree more. Keep an eye out for a bagel roundup article coming soon.
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    Fun fact: Long before he made his way to Indiana, Mark Spitz was born in Modesto, CA, where I was also born and raised. Our other most famous exports are almonds, Gallo Winery, and George Lucas.
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