Have you ever wondered why Indianians are called Hoosiers?

Hoosier is the common word used to describe the residents of the State of Indiana. Often used to discuss Indiana University athletic teams and the title of a movie starring Gene Hackman. Well established in its use since 1826, the etymology of the word varies widely. Ranging from the slurred version of "Who's there?" to the name of an Indianian contractor whose workers were named "Hoosier's men," a variety of stories abound!