Chiara Brewer

I am a junior at Indiana University majoring in Fashion Media and minoring in Marketing and Fashion Media.



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InMotion Dance Company prepares for upcoming showcase

By: Chiara Brewer, Lucas Hernandez, and Nate Gouker

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (April 3, 2025)

Beneath the bright stage lights of the IU Auditorium, a group of dancers join as one in a seamless blend of movements painting a story through their artistry and athleticism. The energy is electric and the passion undeniable. This is Fusion, the annual showcase for InMotion Dance Company (InMo), a student-run organization at Indiana University. For junior Megan Wright, InMo isn’t just a dance team, it’s home.

Wright, a social work major from northwest Indiana, has been dancing since she was three years old. Though she switched on and off with gymnastics in her early years, dance has remained a constant throughout her life. From pom to hip-hop to contemporary, she found joy in movement. But when she arrived at IU, she wasn’t sure if dance would still be part of her journey, until her close friend Bella Weisbrodt encouraged her to try out for InMo. “I heard about InMo from my friend Bella,” Wright recalls. “She told me to try out, and I started my sophomore year.”

Megan Wright finds her rhythm as she perfects the group routine. InMotion has been training hard for their highly anticipated showcase!

Now in her second year with the company, Wright has found her place among the 100-member team. Unlike the high-pressure teams of her past, InMo offers a unique experience, one centered around enjoyment rather than perfection. “It’s really just to fall in love with dance,” she says.

Founded with the goal of giving students the opportunity for a creative outlet, InMo has become a safe place for dancers like Wright. The company welcomes a variety of skill levels and backgrounds. Students are choreographing and teaching their own pieces. For Wright, rehearsals are a regular part of her weekly schedule. “I have three hours on Sunday, one on Tuesday, an hour and a half on Wednesday, and an hour on Thursday,” she explains. However, the commitment level varies for each dancer. “It can look different for everyone. You only go to the rehearsals for the dances you’re in.” Wright notes that a great part of InMo is that each individual can put as little or as much into it as they choose. 

The highlight of the year is Fusion, set for April 5, 2025. The event is a culmination of months of practice, featuring a mix of contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and even tap. “The production numbers for contemporary, hip-hop, and jazz are really big,” Wright says. “They’re all from different choreographers, so it’s just super fun. You get a different vibe from everyone.” For many members, the showcase is more than just a performance. It’s a moment to celebrate their hard work, creativity, and friendships. “I honestly can’t imagine my experience here at IU without InMo,” Wright says. “It’s brought me some of the greatest people and my closest friends. It’s so great to be surrounded by people you never get sick of being around.”

Bella Weisbrodt, an IU senior from northwest Indiana, is a close friend of Wright’s and played a major role in leading her to join InMo. Now serving as co-head director of contemporary, she’s been part of the team since her freshman year.

Bella collaborates with her dance-mates to decide what needs to be adjusted. With the showcase approaching, every detail matters.

“Coming into college, I really didn’t think I would dance again, but I found InMo,” Weisbrodt shares. Weisbrodt has been dancing her whole life, so walking away from it would have been a difficult task. After looking up dance organizations on campus, she discovered InMo and decided to give it a shot. “Before my freshman year, InMo wasn’t that big because of COVID. But a lot of girls turned out, and a lot of people from my area also joined.”

For Weisbrodt, InMo became a way to keep dancing in her life without the same pressures of the competition dance world she came from. “InMo is dancing without stress,” she says. “It is a way we can actually express how we feel through dance, instead of having to make sure we’re doing the counts right, and everything like that.”

Her role as head director of contemporary has given her an even deeper appreciation for the art. “With choreographing, a lot more of my time is dedicated to InMo: making the dances, going over videos from practice, having the corrections down, making sure everything is done on time,” she says. “It definitely can be stressful at times, but watching your piece on stage is really what makes it worth it.”

Both Wright and Weisbrodt agree that Fusion is the defining moment of their InMo experience. “My favorite memory was my first showcase last year,” Wright shares. “We spent the whole weekend together, and it was so nice to see all of our hard work pay off.” For Weisbrodt, gearing up to see her choreography on stage has been an exciting process. “Being a co-head director of contemporary, it’s been a really awesome experience watching our piece come into place.”

As the countdown to Fusion 2025 continues, the dancers of InMo continue to rehearse, perfecting their movements and strengthening their bond. Whether they are seasoned choreographers or students rediscovering their love for dance one thing is clear, InMotion Dance Company is more than just a performance group. It’s a community, a creative escape, and, for many, the heart of their college experience.

“InMo really changed my college experience,” Weisbrodt says. “I found most of my friends here. If you’re going to dance with someone, you’re going to get close to them at some point.” Wright concludes, “It did really make me fall in love with dance again.”

Apple CEO Tim Cook Unveils Company’s New Product: The Apple Watch

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Apple CEO Tim Cook Unveils Company’s New Product: The Apple Watch

CUPERTINO, California. (September 9, 2014) – Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, revealed Apple’s new product the Apple Watch to a large crowd in Cupertino, CA on Tuesday, Sept 9, 2014. 

On the morning of the launch event for the iPhone 6, there was one more exciting product to share with the audience. Cook proudly described the Apple Watch as the most personal device Apple has ever created. The watch is synched with the universal time standard, customizable to personal style and taste, a new way to connect with others from your wrist, works seamlessly with the iPhone, and acts as a health and fitness device. Before moving into a detailed description of the Apple Watch and its many uses, a short video was shown, highlighting its various components up close and showcasing the different band colors. The crowd cheered with excitement at the innovation.

An important part of the design process for the company was ensuring the smooth transition to a breakthrough user interface. Cook emphasized that the watch is not just a smaller scale version of the iPhone, as the display would be too small to be used effectively. One of its key innovations is the Digital Crown, a navigation tool that allows users to zoom in, scroll, and return to the home screen without obstructing the display. The watch also includes technology that senses both touch and force, enabling different commands based on the app being used. 

As for aesthetic and style choices, there are three distinct collections and six different watch band choices. Apple designer Jony Ive narrated the watch’s design story, highlighting the thoughtful craftsmanship and smooth transition to a wearable interface. The watch is available in three distinct collections: Apple Watch, crafted from a custom alloy of stainless steel; Apple Watch Sport, featuring a lightweight aluminum case and strengthened ion-exchange cover glass; and Apple Watch Edition, made from luxurious 18-karat gold that is twice as hard as standard gold. The first of the six interchangeable bands for the watch is the Sport Band which is durable, sweat-resistant elastomer offered in a range of bold colors. Second is the Leather Loop which is soft quilted leather with concealed magnets for a comfortable fit. Next is the Handcrafted Leather Modern Buckle band which closes with a solid metal clasp and wraps symmetrically around the wrist. Fourth is the Simple Leather Classic Buckle band which is inspired by traditional watches. Next is the Stainless Steel Link Bracelet which is a sleek, adjustable bracelet with a secure clasp. Finally is the Milanese Loop which is made of a flexible stainless steel mesh, has a magnetic closure, and is infinitely adjustable.

New Digital Touch feature allows users to communicate through sketches, gentle taps, or even the sensation of a heartbeat sent directly to their wrist. Smart replies, dictation, and emoji responses make messaging quicker. The device also introduces Glances, a feature that allows users to swipe through essential information such as upcoming calendar events, weather updates, etc. Notifications are felt as a gentle tap on the wrist.

A major new aspect with the watch is the Fitness App. It encourages users to sit less, move more, and get exercise through three activity rings. The Move Ring tracks calories burned and motivates users to stay active. This ring closes when you’ve hit your personal goal. The Exercise Ring measures physical activity and tracks progress toward the recommended 30 minutes of daily exercise. Finally, the Stand Ring reminds users to stand and move throughout the day to reduce sedentary time. The default goal is to stand for at least one minute in 12 different hours during the day. The Workout App provides real-time stats for activities like cycling, running, and walking. Users can set specific goals based on duration, calories burned, or distance traveled, with detailed summaries available post-workout. The Apple Watch syncs with the Health App on the iPhone, delivering personalized insights and fitness reminders to keep users on track.

When looking to the future, Kevin Lynch, Apple Vice President, described the opportunity for usage of third-party apps on the watch. He talked about the application “Watchkit” which is a way for these apps to become user friendly. Third-party apps would be able to send notifications, provide travel updates, and even offer unique functionalities like airline check-ins with a simple tap. This capability will open the door for endless possibilities in wearable technology. The watch will retail starting at $349 and become available for pre-sale purchase on April 10, 2015.

“New innovative intimate way to communicate directly from your wrist,” Cook said in closing. “And it’s a comprehensive health and fitness device, and it is so much more that we don’t have time to cover this morning.”

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Abby, manager of station 11, checks her apple watch hoping for 5 o’clock. Using notification reminders on her apple watch helps her ensure she gets all her tasks done during the day! 

College student Marissa checks her apple watch while she prepares dinner. Her apple watch helps her stay organized during her busy day so she can focus on her self care at night.