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Cities overstep boundaries regulating clothing choices

Published Sep 27, 2007

Lock your doors and tighten your belts - the fashion police are out in full force.City officials across the country are petitioning to outlaw baggy pants.

In Dallas, school board member Ron Price said "it's dishonorable and disgusting to see grown men walking around with their underwear showing."

Who is to say it isn't disgusting to see grown men walking around in fuchsia polo shirts and shorts with whales on them?

Bottom line - the city has no right to implement laws governing what citizens should or should not wear.

Moudy Building hosts Metroplex art exhibit, features 39 Texas artists

Published Sep 27, 2007

From postcards to quilts to a life-sized gorilla, the artwork of 39 artists from 16 Texas counties is now available to view without ever leaving campus.Moudy Building North is showcasing these pieces of...

Campus adds two language majors

Published Sep 27, 2007

Students who have desired to major in French or German, but never got the chance to, now have the opportunity.German and French studies majors are now available to students. Introduced this semester, this is the first time German has been offered as a major.

French has been offered as a major at TCU in the past, but because of low enrollment the department stopped accepting new applicants, said Sharon Fairchild, chairwoman of the department of modern languages and literatures.

Apathy for Fair Trade stalls movement

Published Sep 26, 2007

Frogs for Fair Trade was founded on a vision to raise awareness and bring Fair Trade products to campus. For five semesters, this vision has been a reality, but this accomplishment was not sustainable."We...

Frogs await hungry Rams

Published Sep 26, 2007

They might be 0-3, but Frogs fans might not want to judge Colorado State by its record alone. Here's a breakdown of probable starters for Saturday's game between TCU and Colorado State.QUARTERBACK TCU:...

Author remembers love, friendships

Published Sep 26, 2007

It was his late wife's encounter with an angry homeless man that changed his life forever, an author said as he discussed his book based on the lives of these two people.Ron Hall, co-author of "Same Kind of Different As Me," maintained an ambiance of applause and appraisal as he read excerpts from his biography to a group of students, faculty and staff at the Brown-Lupton Student Center on Tuesday.

It was in front of the very Student Center that Hall, a 1974 MBA graduate, met Deborah Short, whom he married in 1969, he said.

Students: QB qualities important

Published Sep 26, 2007

There was a familiar face on the field Saturday when TCU beat SMU.It was sophomore quarterback Marcus Jackson who stepped in for redshirt freshman Andy Dalton. Jackson is best known to Frogs fans for his performance in last year's Baylor game, when he replaced Jeff Ballard to spark a 17-7 win in Waco.

His appearance has students debating who the right choice is to play under center Saturday against Colorado State.

Lane Hunt, a freshman premajor, said he thinks Dalton is the better choice.

New and Improved

New and Improved

Published Sep 26, 2007

Just like the rest of campus, Amon Carter Stadium is getting a makeover - a $13 million makeover. The Walsh Complex in the south end zone area of the stadium is currently under construction to add more luxury suites and seating, said Austin Commercial project manager Brian Andrews. HKS, Inc., an architecture engineering interiors company, and Austin Commercial are working together on the project known as the Athletic Complex Renovation, Andrews said.

Students pursue master’s for financial futures

Published Sep 26, 2007

It takes money to make money and for students, undergraduate degrees can empty out their wallets but master's degrees can break their banks.Despite the expenses of higher education, more students than ever have started master's programs this fall because of the "tremendous salary boost" and "better job offers," according to a Sept. 14 New York Times article.

Nationally, full-time master's programs applications have risen 20 percent in the past three years, according to The Graduate Management Admissions Council Application Trends of 2007.

Blood donation helps others, encourages health awareness

Published Sep 26, 2007

The Bible states in Leviticus 17:11, "The life of a creature is in the blood." Blood is considered one of the most vital things in the body. And while the average human adult has about five liters of it pumping through their arteries, there are some instances where people will lose great amounts of blood by surgery, accidents or burns. A few times a year, various organizations at TCU host blood drives. Many people are afraid to participate because they fear needles or have no idea about the process.

Love of music drives Van Cliburn winner

Published Sep 26, 2007

The Steinway piano sits center stage as the hall begins to fill with people in quiet anticipation.Joyce Yang comes in, sees the video camera and cringes.

"I didn't know we were taping this," Yang said.

When she plays, she sways and closes her eyes completely absorbed in the moment and the melody she plays. At times her nose practically touches the keys. Others, she's leaning as far from the piano as the music dictates.

Yang puts so much force into her playing she throws her body into each note so that it appears she is bouncing on the bench.

Facebook add-ons hinder users

Facebook add-ons hinder users

Published Sep 26, 2007

In my free time between class and my job as the Skiff's chief recipient of hate mail, I like to surf the Web.Like any 21st century college student, Facebook is one of my favorite destinations. Between...