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Don’t rely on government to make difference

Published Dec 2, 2008

Everywhere I go, I hear how everyone is so ecstatic that Barack Obama will make their lives better. Oprah even went as far as to call him "The One." How could she not with all the promises he made to the American people?

According to Obama, he's going to make America energy independent, give everyone health care, cut taxes, bring peace, lower gas prices and, Lord knows how many other things. Let's think realistically for a second. Can we really expect all of this from one person?

Don’t blame Mormons for undesirable election outcome

Published Dec 2, 2008

Since Election Day, disappointed voters have made public expressions of their displeasure with both their feet and their wallets.Disgruntled Obama opponents? No, gay rights activists angered over the narrow...

Local businesses say economy not a problem

Local businesses say economy not a problem

Published Dec 2, 2008

Students are keeping the local business around the university running regularly regardless of the economic downturn.

Llisa Lewis, manager of the TCU Barnes & Noble bookstore, said the bookstore is not affected by the university budget cuts, and the university-owned, Barnes-&-Noble-run bookstore is still doing well since it opened in January.



"We are following a normal game plan," Lewis said. "Everything is normally planned out in our marketing calendar."

Despite challenges, count blessings this holiday season

Published Nov 25, 2008

The financial crisis has left many unemployed and put a strain on homes in the United States and everywhere. Considering reports about layoffs, as well as budget and paycheck cuts in companies across the board, it may seem difficult to find things to be grateful for when many families are struggling to stay afloat. But despite these challenging times, you only have to look around to realize it's not all bad.

Student says past helps him lead congregation

Student says past helps him lead congregation

Published Nov 25, 2008

Brought to tears by the lifting of what he called an enormous weight on his heart, Andrew Weatherford said he prayed silently for forgiveness while the sins, self hatred and rebellion that had plagued...

Womens basketball remains undefeated

Women’s basketball remains undefeated

Published Nov 25, 2008

For the second time in school history, the Lady Frogs have begun a season with four wins. But despite a perfect record, head coach Jeff Mittie said his team still has a lot to learn.

"We haven't handled success very well," Mittie said after the team's 89-75 win against Sam Houston State on Sunday. "Our record says good things, but I don't believe we played better today. I think this was our worst performance of the year."

Ad campaign aims to clear misperceptions about alcohol consumption

Published Nov 25, 2008

The Alcohol and Drug Education Center and nonprofit Tarrant County Challenge Inc. have developed a social norms marketing campaign to dispel myths about alcohol consumption on campus.Yvonne Giovanis, assistant...

Horned Frogs improve to 4-3

Published Nov 25, 2008

TCU moved over .500 for the first time since the beginning of the season by dismantling St. Gregory's University 80-38 Saturday night. The win moved the Horned Frogs to 4-3 on the season.

The Horned Frogs' stifling defense clamped down on the Cavaliers (0-7) from the opening tip-off until the final buzzer.



SGU went scoreless for the first five minutes of the contest, and did not make a field goal until the 12:03 mark of the first half. The Cavaliers shot 35% from the field for the game and committed 25 turnovers.

Retake policy passes in Faculty Senate; University Council to review it next

Published Nov 25, 2008

A Faculty Senate motion to modify the course retake policy will be considered by the University Council next semester.

The motion states that for each time a student retakes a course, each final grade from that course will be averaged and calculated into the student's GPA,



Nowell Donovan, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, said when he receives the motion, it will go to the University Council for approval. The members of the University Council include all deans in the university, a wide variety of faculty and students, he said.

Freedom of expression a right for all

Published Nov 25, 2008

The line of separation between church and state is often blurry. A recent Supreme Court case is dealing with this blurry line once again.The Summum church wants to erect a monument inscribed with the Seven...

Seniors valuable to program

Published Nov 25, 2008

Let me be one of the many people to congratulate this year's senior class of football players.

All 22 of you helped make this program a powerhouse and is now a team that has become synonymous with success.



Recording a 40-10 record over the last four years is something not many schools can say, and three 10-win seasons is another great accomplishment.



For all of you who are gifted enough to contribute on the field, Frog fans have been treated to some of the best football in the country over the last four seasons.

Frogs score 40th win in four years

Frogs score 40th win in four years

Published Nov 25, 2008

Head coach Gary Patterson said he misses all his seniors, but the 22 men who played their final game in Amon Carter Stadium Saturday afternoon may be missed more than most."I miss them all, but there are...