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Star Students

Star Students

Published Mar 2, 2007

When Bryan Rigg was 8 years old, he enrolled at Starpoint School after failing first grade twice and being told he would be a junior-high dropout. Rigg, now 45, was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as a child; he had a speech impediment and a mild form of dyslexia. After one year at Starpoint School, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend, Rigg could read at the fifth grade level.

"I was reading way above students who made fun of me at my previous schools," he said.

Chancellor to participate in charity cooking competition

Published Mar 2, 2007

Chancellor Victor Boschini is giving Chef Boyardee a run for his money.Kids Who Care will host its 10th annual Cookin' For Kids on Sunday at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center to raise money for scholarships and youth leadership training.

Boschini is one of the featured guests.

"I really believe in Kids Who Care," Boschini said. "I think they are a wonderful organization."

Actor to use firsthand experience to advise students

Published Mar 2, 2007

Broadway, television and film actor Michael Kostroff will share his professional acting experience with theatre students in Buschman Theatre today.Kostroff will discuss getting into the acting business, how to overcome obstacles and the often-made mistakes actors should avoid, said Harry Parker, chair of the theatre department.

Some of Kostroff's television career includes "General Hospital," "Boston Legal," "Veronica Mars," "The West Wing," "ER" and "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip," according to the Internet Movie Database Web site.

Same-sex marriage education OK

Published Mar 2, 2007

Children should be taught about same-sex marriage as they grow up to avoid confusion later on in their lives. Same-sex marriage has become a regular issue in the news lately, and children will wonder what all the fuss is about if they are not presented with the facts of life. From an early age, kids are taught that men and women get married from fairy tales, television, movies and from observing others around them. What happens when children see same-sex marriage argued on the news?

Don’t impose personal beliefs

Published Mar 2, 2007

It is very noble to have moral beliefs and make conscious decisions to live by, but are we crossing the line when our beliefs could offend someone else? Freedom of religion does not give people the right to impose their religion on others. It is one thing to abstain from something one considers wrong and another to force others to take on those same beliefs. In a recent study by the University of Chicago, researchers found that many doctors feel they do not have to refer patients to another doctor to receive treatment if they do not morally agree with the patient.

Sports legends ensure games’ timelessness

Published Mar 2, 2007

What makes a legend? Every sport has the great ones, hall of famers, All-Stars and superstars, but what makes them fall into the spotlight?Sometimes, one play can make an athlete into a legend. Doug Flutie's "Hail Mary" pass in the 1984 classic against Miami is one of those moments that turned a man into a legend. He wasn't the biggest guy on the field, but he used his heart and head on the college gridiron, and is now sealed forever in ESPN Classic fame.

Campuswide wireless Internet to come in 2008

Published Mar 2, 2007

It's a lovely day. The sun is shining, a cool breeze is blowing, and you're stuck inside, eyes glued to your laptop screen. Come spring 2008, you'll be stalking friends on Facebook alongside sun bathers and frisbee flingers. Technology resources and contracted workers from HP Solutions will finish expanding TCU's wireless network to the entire campus by the end of May 2008, said Dave Edmondson of technology resources.

Gamma Phi Beta invited to join Greek community

Published Mar 2, 2007

Gamma Phi Beta is coming to TCU.Gamma Phi Beta International Sorority was selected out of three finalists and eight applicants by the Panhellenic community in a vote Wednesday.

Panhellenic president Hannah Munsch said G-Phi is the best option for the university.

"All the presentations were strong, but after everyone heard all three and had time to think about it, Gamma Phi Beta was the best choice, and I think it's a good choice," Munsch said.

Hockey coach’s poor behavior deserves more severe penalty

Published Mar 1, 2007

NHL coach Lindy Ruff, of the Sabres, was fined $10,000 for sending his players to rough up the Senators in a game last Thursday between Buffalo and Ottawa, according to the MSNBC Web site.Ruff's coaching tip came after his forward took an elbow to the forehead from the Senators' Chris Neil. Ruff got what he wanted when every player on the ice started fighting.

After the game, Ruff was not reluctant to admit what he had done.

"Yea, I told them, 'Go out and run 'em,'" he said in an Associated Press article.

United Nations’ selection criteria lacks; needs confederation system

Published Mar 1, 2007

The victorious powers of World War II created the United Nations in hope of staving off another war. What they ended up doing was creating a bureaucratic and ineffective organization that does not have the power to preserve peace. Primarily, the Security Council, the U.N.'s most important decision-making body, does not work. The five nations with veto power on the council are Russia, China, France, England and the United States.

What does this mean?

Poetry in Motion

Poetry in Motion

Published Mar 1, 2007

A nationally recognized poet read excerpts of his award-winning book to a full classroom Tuesday night in Reed Hall.Nathaniel Mackey, whose poetry collection "Splay Anthem" won him the 2006 National Book Award for Poetry, read his work in front of about 65 students and faculty members.

The poet, a professor at the University of California at Santa Cruz, said the poems he read reflect the recursiveness and echo that are part of "Splay Anthem."

Peace organization’s imperfections no reason to eliminate altogether

Published Mar 1, 2007

World peace.It may sound like a joke, conjuring up images of pageant queens or celebrities trying to gain a bit of positive publicity, but attaining world peace is what the United Nations is all about.

It's incredible to think that an institution created to be a wartime alliance has evolved to include 192 member states, 15 specialized agencies and several ongoing funds, missions and programs.