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SGA election unadvertised, overlooked by students

Published Sep 9, 2005

As we come to the end of the first full week of September, it is safe to say the campus is buzzing with activity - and stress.At least for Skiff employees, but likely for many other people, there has been a barage of class work, planning for student organizations and, now, organizing help for Hurricane Katrina victims.

Excitement abounded when our very own Horned Frogs took down those Oklahoma Sooners.

Oh, did we mention there was a Student Government Association election?

TCU welcomes evacuee students, families with orientation dinner

TCU welcomes evacuee students, families with orientation dinner

Published Sep 9, 2005

Fifty-four new students, who transferred to TCU because of Hurricane Katrina's effect on their colleges, attended a "Welcome and Orientation Dinner" on Thursday.Chancellor Victor Boschini said he hopes the students feel welcome and receive the most they can from TCU.

Rebecca Murray, a Student Development Services staff member, said TCU's goal is to make the students feel at home.

"We want the students to feel like it's going to be OK," Murray said. "-We're going to make this work."

Letters to the Editor

Published Sep 9, 2005

To all members of the TCU Horned Frog football team - congratulations. Despite my faith and confidence in each of you, the results of Saturday's game still amaze me. I know your hard work and diligence will continue to benefit you in the coming season. I look forward to watching you on the field.I've never been more proud to be a Horned Frog. In a stadium of 82,000, the TCU Fight Song and Riff Ram were heard over the chaos in Norman, Okla. Who knew that a mere 2,500 TCU fans could have such a strong presence?

Frogs confident in abilities

Published Sep 9, 2005

The soccer team will play Boston University and Northwestern State in the Horned Frog Classic tournament this weekend at Garvey-Rosenthal Stadium.Players said they do not know much about the other teams because they have never played them and do not watch videos of opponents.

"We don't ever focus that much on the opponent," senior midfielder Moran Lavi said. "We watch and learn from ourselves."

Head coach Dan Abdalla said he also does not know much about the competition, but said Boston traditionally has a good team.

Expensive taste leads Skiff reporter to the cereal aisle

Expensive taste leads Skiff reporter to the cereal aisle

Published Sep 9, 2005

Last night I went looking for my friends Ben & Jerry. At the end of a long day, I need chocolate fudge brownie the way many people need Jack Daniel's.Head pounding and feet aching, I headed for the convenience...

Strategic reserve no way to stem oil consumption

Strategic reserve no way to stem oil consumption

Published Sep 9, 2005

The problem is no longer obscure: A visit to the gas pump makes its repercussions obvious. Hurricane Katrina has caused horrific suffering. Among the destroyed lives, homes, and businesses are at least eight wrecked oil refineries. Oil imports have long been strained by a challenging political climate. The price of fuel is rising.The Bush administration has responded to the temporary fuel problem Katrina caused by releasing strategic oil reserves.

Convocation celebrates year of notable success

Convocation celebrates year of notable success

Published Sep 9, 2005

"The future of TCU lies in the connection to our past," Chancellor Victor Boschini said Wednesday at University Convocation.Students, staff, trustees and members of the Fort Worth community attended Convoation that kicked off the beginning of a new academic year.

TCU's Vision In Action plan was the theme of Boschini's speech.

"Our Vision In Action planning phase is over," Boschini said. "We are on to the next level now."

Sept. 11 overlooked because of Katrina TCU not planning rememberance

Published Sep 9, 2005

While the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina continues, the fourth anniversary of Sept. 11 lingers in the background, TCU students said."The hurricane is all over the TV, but 9/11 should be remembered," said Beverly Peplinski, a senior education major.

Other students agree.

Senior radio-TV-film major Glenton Richard said, "I've thought about 9/11 a little bit, but when the time comes, I'll think about (it) more."

There are not any plans to commemorate Sept. 11 on campus, according to TCU officials.

Fair to acquaint local churches, students

Published Sep 9, 2005

Fort Worth community churches will be on campus participating in the Annual TCU Church Fair on Monday, according to University Ministries.The fair will be an opportunity for students to meet the staff and members of churches from the Fort Worth Area and will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Student Center Lounge, said the Rev. Angela Kaufman, minister to the university.

The fair is a gathering of more than 30 congregations, she said, and it is a chance for students to get connected outside of TCU.

Golfers set goals, get focused

Published Sep 9, 2005

The TCU men's golf team is sending five players to the Cleveland State Invitational next week, the first outing of what head coach Bill Montigel said will be a year of improvement.Sophomore Franklin Corpening, senior Drew Laning, freshman Jon McLean, freshman Tom Miles and junior Drew Stoltz earned the right to play at Cleveland State by surviving the team's own qualifying tournament.

Four freshmen additions have already shown their impact, Montigel said.

Former team members address current sanctions

Published Sep 8, 2005

TCU's track and field legacy could be in jeopardy because of an NCAA investigation and self-imposed sanctions now in place, said former TCU sprinter and alumnus David Spencer on Wednesday.Spencer was a member of the 2001 NCAA champion 4x100 meters relay team.

The TCU track team has been under investigation since September 2004 from the NCAA for alleged improprieties by former head coach Monte Stratton and his coaching staff.

TCU also has self-imposed sanctions, banning them from postseason competition.

U.S. citizens must be globally aware

U.S. citizens must be globally aware

Published Sep 8, 2005

Because of the recent tragedy of Hurricane Katrina, many U.S. citizens have turned their attention away from world issues and focused solely on domestic aid. However, in the Middle East, extraordinary events are in the works.Israel, which has been lingering in the back of our minds since Sept. 11, has just begun talks with the Pakistani administration. Pakistan, a prominently Muslim country with close ties to the Palestinians, has supported endeavors for the creation of a free Palestinian state. The Pakistani foreign minister cited these talks as a "historic meeting" between the countries.