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Iran proves itself an enemy of humanitarian efforts

Published Oct 29, 2009

The passage of time has provided many concrete examples of the perils of journalism. Within the past year there have been plenty of kidnappings throughout the Middle East and few releases. However, a new issue has burst onto the scene recently: that of the jurisdiction of these countries in arresting journalists and reporters whom they view as protestors or directly threatening to the political system.

U.S. soccer grown in some areas, lacking in others

Published Oct 29, 2009

When Jonathan Bornstein scored the most amazing header of his life in the fifth minute of stoppage time during the USA/Costa Rica game Oct. 14, I jumped, screamed, yelled and celebrated idiotically, like I'm sure every other U.S. soccer fan did at that moment. The goal led to the U.S. tying Costa Rica 2-2 and was a huge boost for the U.S. after being down nearly the whole game. Moments like these give me hope. They make me want to believe in the U.S. soccer program and have faith that we might actually be able to compete on a world stage next summer with the best teams in the world.

Attacks on Sikhs show lack of American trust

Attacks on Sikhs show lack of American trust

Published Oct 29, 2009

The Sept. 11 attacks changed the United States in a series of cultural, social and political ways. While the war on terror rages on, to the chagrin of some and the disdain of others, possibly the most...

Frog Fest added to Homecoming activities

Published Oct 29, 2009

A frog-filled Friday awaits students, faculty and anyone else interested in taking part in Homecoming activities on campus this weekend.One of the newest additions to the festivities, Frog Fest, will take...

Frogs look to defend home against Rebels

Published Oct 29, 2009

After a physical battle in Provo, Utah the Horned Frogs return to defend their home in the Halloween Homecoming game.

The Frogs face off Saturday against the UNLV Rebels for their fourth conference game as the No. 1 team in the Mountain West Conference.



Head Coach Gary Patterson said that the Rebels are a strong team and could present a challenge for the Frogs on Saturday.

New organization cheers on Frogs from the field

New organization cheers on Frogs from the field

Published Oct 29, 2009

When it comes to Horned Frog spirit, seniors Kelly Barnes and Nile Elam travel the distance to show their purple pride. Although both seniors have internships in Washington this semester, Barnes, a political...

Volleyball hopes to continue winning streak

Published Oct 29, 2009

TCU volleyball will look to push its winning streak to five matches Thursday night against the San Diego State Aztecs in San Diego, California.

The Horned Frogs completed the sweep over Wyoming Oct. 24 as they topped the Cowgirls 3-0 (25-20, 25-13, 25-15). Senior Kourtney Edwards led the team with 11 kills, and senior Katelyn Blackwood held up the defensive end with 13 digs.



TCU held Wyoming to 26 kills and a .143 hitting percentage. Senior Lauren Otto and sophomore Kristen Hester combined for 17 of the 41 Horned Frog kills.

TCU Rangers deserve as much support as they give

Published Oct 29, 2009

Their uniforms speak for themselves. A buttoned down shirt, leather vest, jeans, cowboy boots and a handkerchief tied loosely around the neck. No, they're not the Texas Rangers, but the TCU Rangers, and they're out defending the Horned Frogs at every home football game. The newly-created organization was formed in order to increase the weak student participation that often exists at the games. And by their consistent home game attendance, the TCU Rangers are giving the team the representation they are rightly owed.

Send your deepest secrets to the Skiff

Send your deepest secrets to the Skiff

Published Oct 29, 2009

The Skiff will be looking into the phenomenon that is PostSecret in a couple of weeks.

Send your PostSecrets, anonymous confessions of funny/embarrassing/naughty things you've done, to us at:



Features Editor



TCU Box 298050



Fort Worth, TX



76129



Leave return address blank. Your confidentiality is promised. And please, keep it PG-13.

Patterson: Frogs need support of fans to win

Published Oct 28, 2009

Despite the national hype, the No. 6 BCS ranking and a 7-0 record, the TCU football team is still grounded and focused on moving forward one game at a time.Heading into the eighth week of play, head coach...

Military exhibits blatant homophobic tendencies

Military exhibits blatant homophobic tendencies

Published Oct 28, 2009

The "don't ask, don't tell" policy was put into place in 1993 to discourage gay men and women from being open about their sexual orientation in the military. However, during the past couple of years the majority of people being discharged because of their sexual orientation were women. There is some speculation that the military is home to some sexism that goes way back. Or perhaps these women didn't seem feminine enough, or rejected a male colleague's advances. Whatever the reason, gay women are being ousted more often than gay men.

Campus-wide pillow fight to make its first debut

Published Oct 28, 2009

University policies do not sanction fighting as acceptable behavior, unless pillows are involved that is.

The university's first intramural pillow fight will take place Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m in the Campus Commons. The winners in each division, men's and women's, will win two tickets to the Dallas Cowboys vs. Seattle Seahawks game Sunday in Arlington.



Freshman pre-major Brian Otte did not know whether he would attend the event, but expressed interest.