Last cycle I did not get into IU. They re-reviewed me at the Jan meeting and I was put on the alternate list with a high position. Three weeks later at the Feb meeting, I was accepted.
If you really want to go to IU, stay in contact with Dr. K. He will be your strongest assest during the adcom meetings. The more he gets to know you, the more he'll be able to say about you to the adcoms during the meetings.
For those of you who got accepted and are gonna come to Indy: congrats! I'm from FL, and I've loved ever minute of being at IU so far. The faculty, the students, and positive atmosphere make this place worthwhile. 🙂