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Residence opens new leasing office

Published Apr 26, 2006

The leasing office for the GrandMarc at Westberry Place is the first business to move in to it's new home at 2855 West Bowie Street.Johanna Janovsky, business manager for the GrandMarc, said staff members have given about 50 tours to prospective tenants since arriving last week.

Currently, three apartments are available to tour, including the fully-furnished apartment No. 206, which costs about $820 a month, said Josh Austin, 23, a leasing consultant at the GrandMarc.

University gives GrandMarc firm students’ e-mails

Published Apr 26, 2006

TCU's e-mail woes might not get any better this week.For marketing purposes, TCU administration provided the e-mail addresses of future junior and senior students to the Dallas-based firm in charge of promoting the GrandMarc at Westberry Place, said the project manager for the firm.

"The developer and the contractor work very closely with TCU," said Julie Ratcliff, project manager at kREED Company.

Dean: Coordinator has what TCU needs

Published Apr 26, 2006

While most of the other TCU Greek councils' Web sites have an abundance of information, the Multicultural Greek Council Web site states, "Information coming soon," but this is all about to change with the hiring of a new program coordinator.Gaius George, a U.S. Virgin Islands native, was hired to advise the MGC and said he wants to see the organizations flourish.

"I want to get the MGC up and running to where it is self-maintaining," George said. "It is not my first go-around starting up a Greek council."

Campus Growing Pains

Campus Growing Pains

Published Apr 26, 2006

As more and more university buildings and parking lots appear around campus, more private businesses disappear, a local business owner said.Dallas Kirbie, who owns Fox's Barbershop, which is one of the few private businesses immediately east of campus whose property does not belong to TCU, said TCU's campus has been growing in all directions over the past 50 years.

"It's like I'm on a razorblade," Kirbie said about TCU's expansion. "On one hand, with their improvements and buildings around me, it's been great, but I'm squeezed for parking."

Web sites provide info, safety

Published Apr 25, 2006

There may be a new trend, but this time, it's not fashion or hairstyles. Over the past year, registered sex offenders have been the target of violence, raising ethical questions about Web sites providing detailed information on sex offenders in nearly every state.Slightly more than a week ago, two registered sex offenders in the state of Maine were found shot to death in their towns, 25 miles away from each other.

Fort Worth D-League team has NBA talent

Published Apr 25, 2006

Most people do not realize it, but the city of Fort Worth is home to the Fort Worth Flyers, an NBA development league basketball team. As a D-league team, the Flyers boast of having players at the NBA-skill level, along with two members of the NBA who are currently playing for the Flyers to strengthen their skills.

The Flyers are affiliated with the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors and Portland Trail Blazers.

Each of those teams is allowed to send players down to the Flyers to gain more experience and playing time.

Commentary: Sports editor gives closing thoughts

Commentary: Sports editor gives closing thoughts

Published Apr 25, 2006

In light of the fact that this is the last column I will be running for the semester - tough to swallow, I know - I've decided to cram as much information into one article as possible. Here, then, are...

Health issues important, experts say

Published Apr 25, 2006

It's important for students to understand college health issues because they impact their bodies, academics and future, said Laura Crawley, assistant dean of Campus Life for health promotions.The top five health concerns for college students listed by the American College Health Association are nutrition and exercise; alcohol, tobacco and drugs; sexual health; depression; and violence.

So how does TCU measure up?

Nutrition and Exercise

Music Medley

Published Apr 25, 2006

TCU kicked off its fifth biennial Latin American Music Festival on Monday evening. The events will continue throughout the week and come to a close Saturday.

The festival was started in 1998 to promote Latin American music and artists, said Liz Branch, international student adviser for International Student Services. She said the artists will showcase classical Latin music, rather than the popular music most Americans know, such as salsa and merengue.

Whether people agree or disagree with your views, stand up for them

Whether people agree or disagree with your views, stand up for them

Published Apr 25, 2006

Mine is a name that will not be soon forgotten by many at TCU.During my eight semesters, I've managed to enrage dozens, perhaps hundreds, of students, faculty, administration and staff. I've boldly spoken out against sensitive issues, and I've taken the non-politically correct side more often than not. I've received hate mail; I've been called a "coldhearted jerk"; I've been threatened with lawsuits.

Work with band, publications provide fond memories, but time to say goodbye

Work with band, publications provide fond memories, but time to say goodbye

Published Apr 25, 2006

Wow. That's another four years down.And I'm not really sure if it felt like four long years or four short years.

It does feel like I've been at TCU for a while, though. And I'm certainly ready to finish my degree and not have to take classes anymore. Taking a full class load while trying to work what has constituted, at least some semesters, an almost full-time job at the Skiff has been difficult at best. Throw in my involvement in musical ensembles such as the marching band and you've got one hell of a busy schedule at times. And I'm glad to be getting away from that.

TCU Theatre to show week of "Cabaret" performances

TCU Theatre to show week of “Cabaret” performances

Published Apr 25, 2006

The TCU theatre department will present "Cabaret," the story of an innocent singer and the master of ceremonies at a nightclub who attempt to entertain their guests while faced with the threat of war and Naziism, all this week in Hays Theatre.Students and faculty members have been rehearsing for the production, which was cast at the beginning of the semester, since March 6, said Rachel Rice, a freshman music and theatre major who also plays the part of Helga.