Cal College to take over Gary's Charter School of the Dunes

Calumet College of St. Joseph will become the new sponsor of The Charter School of the Dunes in Gary effective July 1, 2013.

RICH JAMES: Not everyone defines ethics the same way

Given the time I've spent covering public corruption trials, you’d think I could easily define ethics.

Scouting local college softball teams

Last season's records in parentheses

Scouting local college baseball teams

Last season's records in parentheses

Starr's sharp shooting leads Peregrines to rout

HAMMOND | A legitimate 3-point threat, Purdue Calumet senior guard Alex Starr doesn't hesitate at an opportunity to connect from long range.

Dan Lowery

Dan Lowery is president of Calumet College of St. Joseph.

Calumet College's Brian Brilmyer drives to the basket

Calumet College's Brian Brilmyer drives to the basket as IUN's Matthew Edmonds and Adam White defend Tuesday.

Indiana University Northwest's Adam White drives

Indiana University Northwest's Adam White drives as Calumet College's Franqlin Gatson defends Tuesday.

Indiana University Northwest's Adam White, left and Calumet College's Brannon Jones watch a loose ball

Indiana University Northwest's Adam White, left and Calumet College's Brannon Jones watch a loose ball fall out of bounds Tuesday night.

Indiana University Northwest's Matthew Edmonds grabs a loose ball

Indiana University Northwest's Matthew Edmonds grabs a loose ball while teammate Devin Ellis and Calumet College's Chris Diehl jockey for position.

Calumet College's Franqlin Gatson drives

Calumet College's Franqlin Gatson drives around Indiana University Northwest's Brandon Reyes during the first half Tuesday night.

Indiana University Northwest's Cody Artuso looks to pass

Indiana University Northwest's Cody Artuso looks to pass around Calumet College's Marcus Moody during the first half Tuesday night.

Calumet College's Brannon Jones looks to shoot

Calumet College's Brannon Jones looks to shoot as Indiana University Northwest's Brandon Grubl, left and Cody Artuso defend Tuesday.

High school coach, police officer opens Indiana Elite Baseball and Softball Facility

MERRILLVILLE | Baseball is not Jeff Myszak's life.

Choosing a college on the strength of its brand

Intense competition has forced schools to stay ahead of the curve by clearly defining their academic offerings. In the business world, it’s a concept known as branding.

Where Are They Now? Jamie Menzyk

Jamie Menzyk is often asked why she plays women's professional football.

Meet David Bork: Student, Athlete, Eagle Scout, Superfan, Super person

EAST CHICAGO | David Bork wears many hats and not just because he's a sports fan. From Superfan, Boy Scout to athlete to scholar, he is no stranger to perseverance and community leadership.

Crimson Wave, Paterson, sign six area recruits

HAMMOND | Kevin Paterson's plan to rejuvenate Calumet College of St. Joseph's cross country and track and field programs is simple.

Calumet College hires Hobart grad to coach cross country, track and field

WHITING | When Kevin Paterson took the reigns of the men's and women's cross country and track and field programs at Calumet College of St. Joseph June 1, he inherited three athletes.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Public transportation is unfinished business

Public transportation was one of the first issues addressed by the Northwest Indiana Quality of Life Council. In April 2000, it considered the need for a public transit authority in Lake County. All but one of the 48 elected officials interviewed agreed on the need for such an entity. In Sep…