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Spring break homework should be discouraged

Published Mar 8, 2011

Spring break is supposed to be a relaxing time for students, an ellipsis in the middle of a hectic semester. Whether heading to the beach or home to see family, for many of us spring break is the "light...

Increased diversity in study abroad programs would benefit students, university

Published Mar 8, 2011

The Center for International Studies is stepping up its efforts to encourage minority involvement in study abroad programs, and that can only lead to positive outcomes.

Minority students have been an underrepresented group in study abroad programs across the nation. The university study abroad department has partnered with Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services and plans to speak with students in the Community Scholars programs in hopes of fixing this trend.

Cafe Brazil CEO: New location a success so far

Cafe Brazil CEO: New location a success so far

Published Mar 8, 2011

Cafe Brazil CEO Brant Wood said the first two weeks of the restaurant's location in the GrandMarc have been better than expected 8212; the new staff has adjusted to the busy hours and no major equipment or facility issues have arisen.

"All of the feedback on the food has been overwhelmingly positive. Everyone is happy to have us in Fort Worth, and we're glad to be here," Wood said.

He said the initial success of the restaurant has been because of the feedback of customers, and that there had been minimal use of advertising.

Students participate in Lent

Published Mar 8, 2011

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the beginning of a 40 day time period that symbolizes the time Jesus Christ spent in the desert. Lent is also a time for individuals to refocus their dedication, Associate Chaplain of Religious and Spiritual Life Jake Hofmeister said.

Amanda Oleksy, a sophomore early childhood education major, said she is one of several TCU students who will participate in Lent and give up something that is important to her.

Center for International Studies pushes to fill university?s Seville program

Center for International Studies pushes to fill university?s Seville program

Published Mar 8, 2011

In the final push for the March 15 deadline to apply for programs in fall 2011, the Center for International Studies is trying to attract more people to the university's Seville program, a study abroad official said.

Alexis Branaman, study abroad coordinator, said the center was encouraging students to attend in the fall to even out enrollment in the program between the fall and spring semesters. She said students have gone during the spring in the past because of a longer semester, better weather and because students don't want to miss activities in the fall on campus.

No. 9 seed TCU plays No. 8 seed Wyoming in MWC Championship opener

No. 9 seed TCU plays No. 8 seed Wyoming in MWC Championship opener

Published Mar 8, 2011

Throw the records out the window, forget about the conference seeding, and focus on 40 minutes of basketball against Wyoming in the Mountain West Conference Championship opener, head men's basketball coach Jim Christian said.

"The general message is the same 8212; this is the time of the year that a lot of things go out the window, seeding goes out the window," Christian said. "What's happened, hopefully you learn from those things, you get kind of a second chance, and that for us in our situation is refreshing for our team, because at this point records go out the window."

TCU defeats UTA 7-3 at Lupton Stadium

TCU defeats UTA 7-3 at Lupton Stadium

Published Mar 8, 2011

On a breezy evening at Lupton Stadium the No. 7 Horned Frogs beat the University of Texas - Arlington Mavericks 7-3 in an offensively dominated 21-hit ballgame. A few key defensive plays allowed TCU to seal the victory under the leadership of starting freshman pitcher Stefan Crichton and three Frogs' relievers. Although the video evidence might disagree with the umpire's call, senior reliever Trent Appleby was credited with an out in the top of the fifth when he picked off UTA left fielder Ryan Walker at first.

Abstinence from sex is in our best interest

Published Mar 8, 2011

Teens and young adults are having less sex and should be commended for doing so. In a study conducted by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention between 2006 and 2008 reported that 29 percent of...

Both sides should use caution when admitting students based on social media

Published Mar 8, 2011

Better untag yourself from those pictures taken at that party last weekend. While you're at it, make sure you Google yourself to see what pops up.

According to a Feb. 25 article from the Los Angeles Times, a new study by Kaplan Test Prep found more than 80 percent of college admission officers are now using Facebook when they recruit students.

This means it is now more crucial than ever for students to be vigilant and honest about what goes online for everyone to see.

Program to encourage minority students to study abroad

Program to encourage minority students to study abroad

Published Mar 8, 2011

In an attempt to encourage more minority students to study abroad, the Center for International Studies: TCU Abroad has teamed up with Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services to have a night of programming...

SGA bill strengthens election guidelines

Published Mar 8, 2011

A bill to establish guidelines for candidate filing in elections passed Tuesday night in the House of Student Representatives. According to the bill, candidates could campaign and run for up to two House...

Recap of the weekend’s sports

Published Mar 7, 2011

Equestrian

TCU's equestrian team won 12-3 on Sunday against Delaware State.

The No. 6 Frogs earned three MVP accolades with junior Victoria Lee, senior Milana Trimino and sophomore Kolby Simonson each capturing one.

Lee, along with junior Taylor Frederick and sophomore Jennifer Whitt, gained points for a 5-3 win in Equitation over Fences.

Trimino helped lead the Frogs to a 7-1 victory in Equitation on the Flat, while Simonson finished in a draw in Reining.

On Saturday the Frogs will compete against No. 2 Georgia.

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