Indiana Pacers Essays

Main articles: History of the Indiana Pacers and List of Indiana Pacers seasons 1967–1976: ABA dynasty[edit] In early 1967, a group of six investors (attorney Richard Tinkham, John DeVoe, Chuck DeVoe, entrepreneur Lyn Treece, sports agent Chuck Barnes, and Indianapolis Star sports writer Bob Collins) pooled their resources to purchase a franchise in the proposed American Basketball Association. For their first seven years, they played in the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum. In 1974, they moved

From Peoria Illinois, to Oakland California and everywhere in between, Shaun Livingston is proof that hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t talent doesn’t work hard. The Beginning 2004 Livingston is warming up in an empty arena in Brooklyn, he’s a part of the best team in the NBA over the last few years. After running drills with some of the NBA elite such as Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant he’s surrounded by hordes of reporters during his media scrum asking questions about the Warriors

Indianapolis is located in central Indiana and is a primary commercial transportation center for the Midwest. The economic base of Indianapolis has been changing since the 1980's, and is located in a prime agriculture area with a very diversified economic base. Before the 1908's Indianapolis was known for its main industry of manufacturing. It now focuses on retail and services and strives to gain tourism through sports and other attractions. Indianapolis became this transformation in 1984 when the

From the time I was born, I was given certain characteristics and behaviors that follow through my life and creates a barrier for myself to have a limit on opportunities that could be taken. Every single person has a unique way of expressing their cultural identity because no one grew up exactly the same. I wouldn’t have my own identity if I didn’t carry morals and beliefs I had while growing up. I also gained characteristics that represent me from the society we live in today. Thinking of the daily

The gentle roar of the train had lulled Brigitta into a dreamless sleep, but Leopold had no such luck. A couple of days had passed since he’d eaten, slept, or even thought properly, the sudden upheaval of all normalcy mangling his ability to function properly. It showed in his behavior, in how he spoke and how he moved, but no one had mentioned it. He had come to the conclusion that his father either was too preoccupied to notice or too distracted to care. Roderich Edelstein had maintained that

The state of Indiana is a mid-western state governed by Mike Pence in 2016, and its financial statements were prepared by Auditor of State Suzanne Crouch and her team (1). Its 2016 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report communicates to readers that: Indiana’s post-retirement health care plan is underfunded and has a funding gap, its infrastructure is sufficiently maintained, its deficit is concerning, it has increase state-funded medical care, and its unemployment is decreasing. Ohio is an appropriate

Chloe Helser Mrs. McCreery Business Management 13 May 2016 Eli Lilly and Company Eli Lilly and Company was founded in May 1876 by Colonel Eli Lilly of Indianapolis, Indiana. Eli Lilly, a 38-year-old pharmaceutical chemist, was frustrated by the poorly produced and ineffective medicines of his day. After making the promise to himself and society that he would found a company that manufactured pharmaceutical products of the highest quality, Eli Lilly’s business flourished. Colonel Lilly still wasn’t

Indiana. Hoosiers. Home of the Indianapolis 500. The Covered Bridge Festival. These are but a few highlights of the great state that is Indiana. Indiana houses Purdue University, known for its highly competitive STEM programs and is treated with the same respect as an Ivy League School. On the other hand, Indiana University and Ball State University are among the best teaching schools in the nation. Marian University is currently implementing a new program in order to create better, more effective

The Wabash County Jail was built in 1979, and is meant to hold 72 people at maximum capacity. The Miami County Jail was built in 2009, and is meant to hold 240 at maximum capacity. These two jails being significantly different in setup, their security, and their cells will be discussed in this paper. Their differences are due mainly to the time period they were built in, and the funding dedicated to the jail. Firstly, I will discuss their set ups. The Miami County Jail (MCJ) was built

which include many obstacles being overcome in order to be victorious in the end, and “Hoosiers” is one of those movies. “Hoosiers” is a sports film, made in 1986, that was based off of a true story. The true story of a small town basketball team in Indiana that miraculously came up to win the state championship. They were called the Hickory Huskers and they had to weave their way towards the top with their new coach, Norman Dale. Norman Dale had a sketchy reputation after being fired from hitting one

Wells took charge of IU as president in 1938, the University was a small Midwestern college with just 11,000 students. By the time he died in 2000, it had become a world-renowned institution with more than 90,000 students on eight campuses. “He put Indiana University on the map, not just in the Big Ten, but nationally and internationally,” said James Capshew, associate professor of history and philosophy of science and author of a Wells biography. Wells served as the 11th president of IU from 1938

AIA The Executive VP and CEO of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the preeminent association of architects in the US, Mr. Robert Ivy is widely respected for his stellar leadership and experience. His rise to fame can be traced back to the 90’s when he became the editor of an architectural magazine. According to Crunchbase, Robert was appointed the Chief Editor in Chief of Architectural Record in 1996. Under his leadership, the publication grew into the most widely read architectural journal

Michelle Duncan David Brom Fortson English lV 1/13/2024 David Brom: A personal choice In my opinion, I believe that David Brom's actions were committed by his own personal choices. I believe this because the motive of his crime has not been revealed. David was born on October 3, 1971. He grew up in Cascade Township, Olmsted county, Massachusetts in a two-story blue house surrounded by woods at the end of a long driveway, with his mother and father, Paulette(42) and Bernard(42), and 3 siblings

Carolyn Hook Professor Menzing History 117 MW 5:30 pm July 30, 2017 Tecumseh Using the book written by R. David Edmunds titled Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership will be looking at Tecumseh’s life as a warrior along with how he became a leader. In reading the first chapters of this book written by Mr. Edmunds, he talks about the early life of Tecumseh with his family. In the family Tecumseh was the fifth child born to his parents; he had several brothers as well as sisters. In about

Tecumseh and the Quest for Indian Leadership by R. David Edmunds Reviewed by Opal Harbour September 19th, 2017 Born in 1768 to Shawnee parents, Tecumseh would go on to become the most notable Shawnee chief in recorded history and arguably one of the most famous Native Americans of all time. (canadian encyclopedia source) By 1811, Tecumseh achieved what is often considered his greatest feat, bringing together more than two dozen nations to form a confederation of tribes united against American encroachment

Robert Ivy has traveled a long and amazingly successful path since graduating from Tulane University. Today, Ivy is the Executive Vice President and CEO of the American Institute of Architects. One of his most notable accomplishments is acting as the Editor in Chief of Architectural Record. During his time with the publication it rose to amazing success which is certainly due to his leadership role with the publication. Certainly, Ivy has received numerous awards during his career. Recently, Robert

Built up in 1869, Purdue University is a non-benefit open advanced education organization situated in the rural setting of the medium-sized town of West Lafayette (populace range: 10,000-49,999 occupants), Indiana. Authoritatively authorize/perceived by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Purdue University (PU) is a vast (enlistment range: 40,000-44,999 understudies) coeducational advanced education foundation. Purdue University (PU) offers courses

a florist and his mother Dorothy a church secretary in Indianapolis, Indiana. During his childhood Letterman cited that he loved watching Johnny Carson and always wanted to do late night comedy. Growing up as teen in Indianapolis Letterman ran track at Broad Ripple High School, had a paper route, and bagged groceries at local supermarket. After graduating high school he decided to go to Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana where he majored in communications. While in college, during the summer

David Camm is a former state trooper who was accused of taking part in the murder of his wife, and two children in September of 2000. On September 28, 2000 police were called to the home of David and Kim Camm, where they found Jill, and her two children dead in the garage of their home. David Camm told investigators that he returned home to find his wife shot on the garage floor, while his two children were in the backseat of the family car. Camm said he believe his son Bradley was still alive, and

Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) describes itself as “a Christian comprehensive university committed to liberal arts and professional education” (IWU, n.d.-e). IWU distinguishes itself through high-quality academics, an emphasis on spiritual growth and discipleship, and a commitment to changing the world for Jesus Christ. The IWU mission statement is as follows: “Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character