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Student speaker a reminder of university’s priority

Published Apr 17, 2009

In selecting senior honors student Preston Swincher to be the featured speaker at Thursday's Honors Convocation, university officials wisely shifted the focus of the event toward that which is most important...

Students plan march in support of LGBTQ community

Published Apr 17, 2009

A silent march in support of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning students and their supporters is scheduled for Friday at 11:45 a.m.Darron Turner, assistant vice chancellor for...

Somali piracy calls for international action

Published Apr 17, 2009

It is difficult to believe that among the 21st century conflicts that our generation faces - such as the mad dash for alternative energy - that piracy would still be a problem.

But when a nation such as Somalia exists practically without a government, anything is possible. On Sunday, Navy Seals saved Capt. Richard Phillips from Somali pirates after President Barack Obama authorized lethal force if Phillips looked to be in imminent danger. It was an order that was praised by many and criticized by few.

Women’s tennis team to face No. 5 Baylor

Published Apr 17, 2009

The women's tennis team will close out the regular season at home Friday when they take on No. 5 Baylor.

The Horned Frogs (13-9, 7-1 Mountain West Conference) will bring a six-match winning streak into the match.



"They're one of the best teams in the country," said head coach Jefferson Hammond. "They're loaded from top to bottom. We're going to have to play our very best tennis to beat them. It's possible, we're capable and we just have to come out and really play."

College no automatic ticket to success

Published Apr 17, 2009

I don't need to remind anyone who goes to the university how much college can cost.Many university graduates who now have jobs are still paying off student loans and there is no end in sight for them -...

Student speaker: Internet keeps knocking down barriers

Student speaker: Internet keeps knocking down barriers

Published Apr 17, 2009

The summer Preston Swincher turned 22, his parents were out of town and he decided to throw a house party with a "few" friends to celebrate his birthday.

By the time his parents arrived home the next day, Swincher had the house back to normal, and his mother even noted how the house was cleaner than it was when they left, while his dad asked, "So, how was the party?"



In order to avoid making the same mistake again, Swincher asked his father the inevitable question.

Coach: Home meets provides opportunities for Flyin’ Frogs

Published Apr 17, 2009

The Flyin' Frogs will get to run, jump and throw in their own backyard for a change as the season winds ever closer to next month's Mountain West Conference Outdoor Championships in Wyoming. The TCU Invitational takes place Friday and Saturday at the Lowdon Track and Field Complex.

Darryl Anderson, the head coach of the men's and women's track and field teams, said his athletes will try to take advantage of the home meet in an effort to garner more NCAA regional qualifying marks.

LGBTQ march proceeds despite inclement weather

Published Apr 17, 2009

Editor's note: This story was revised for accuracy at 10:35 p.m. Saturday.

Braving rain and wind gusts of more than 30 mph, about 30 students, faculty and staff waving signs, rainbow banners and ribbons marched today morning from the Bass Building to the Campus Commons in encouragement of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning community and its supporters.

Fantasy Baseball: Give slumping players time to recuperate

Published Apr 17, 2009

The baseball season is finally here and with that fantasy baseball season has finally started.

After weeks of drafting, looking at projections and making speculations, you now have the chance to see your hard work pay off on the virtual field.



I was fairly successful in my first week with my teams, but there is always room to bolster your lineup. Be sure to check the waiver wire for some potential steals. Here are a couple that could be available in your leagues:

Football analysis: Offensive linemen roster promising

Published Apr 16, 2009

If a team can't win the battle in the trenches it doesn't matter who it has catching, running or throwing the ball. Offensive linemen don't play a glamorous position, but they can be the difference between winning and losing.

In 2008, the Frogs' O-line paved the way for the team to have one of its greatest statistical seasons in school history. The Frogs set school records for points scored with 437 and touchdowns with 56. The team was also 12th in the nation in rushing at 220.2 yards per game.

Letter to the Editor: LGBTQ community should define its interests

Published Apr 16, 2009

In a recent letter to the editor, James Scarberry, class of TCU '59, wrote "it has come to my attention that there will be gay living quarters on campus, sanctioned by the university." This, Scarberry argues, is an action taken by the university that serves as "an accommodation to immoral living."

I think it is safe to say that the members of the administration and the board of trustees are, or at least should be, primarily concerned with the accommodation of the students of Texas Christian University.

Report: After-hours computer shutdown could save school thousands of dollars

Report: After-hours computer shutdown could save school thousands of dollars

Published Apr 16, 2009

Despite a report that shows that shutting down computers after hours could save the university thousands of dollars, the university is considering, but not pursuing, a mandatory shutdown policy, a university official said.

Bryan Lucas, executive director of Technology Resources, wrote in an e-mail that there are about 3,500 student and classroom computers on campus. The university has not yet pursued the option of a mandatory shutdown policy, he said. Based on information from the report, doing so could save the university up to $98,000 a year.