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Letters to the editor

Published Sep 2, 2005

Skiff misses mark covering KatrinaIn the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, hundreds of thousands of poor souls in Louisiana and Mississippi are now homeless, out of work and searching for food, clean water...

Lending a hand

Published Sep 2, 2005

Anything we can do to return the survivors of Hurricane Katrina to some sense of normalcy is vital.For this reason, the Skiff commends TCU, Southern Methodist University, Texas Southern University, Rice University and the Houston public school system for allowing students displaced by Katrina to enroll late and attend these institutions.

However, students attending TCU will have to pay tuition here in addition to that paid to their respective universities.

Moderation is key to fighting off weight gain

Published Sep 2, 2005

Ok. So eating back at school is quite a change from having mom serve up dinner every night at 6. Many students struggle with regulating what they eat when they're at school so as to not gain or lose too much weight while keeping up with their diet.Gaining weight in college is not a myth. According to a study conducted over several years at Tufts University, men gain an average of 6 pounds their first year of college while women gain on average 4.5 pounds.

Hyperfrogs to take spirit on road

Hyperfrogs to take spirit on road

Published Sep 1, 2005

When TCU meets Oklahoma in Norman on Saturday, the Hyperfrogs plan to be there outfitted in purple.Hyperfrogs, a student spirit organization on campus that also participates in alcohol education, is chartering two buses to take TCU students to Norman, said Brett Buesnel, assistant sports marketing chair of the Hyperfrogs.

"We need to get as many fans to Oklahoma as we can because this is a huge game," Buesnel said, "and we need all the purple we can possibly get."

E-labels eliminate music lovers choices

‘E-labels’ eliminate music lovers’ choices

Published Sep 1, 2005

"Really? I love that song too. I'd let you hear more, but the band only put out three songs. Sorry."While singles are a great alternative to buying an entire album if you only know of a few songs, Warner Music Group's decision to create an "e-label" and rely entirely on digital downloads is a misguided step.

Edgar Bronfman, chairman and CEO of Warner music, said artists would release music on this "e-label" in clusters of three songs over a period of months according to a news.com article published Aug. 22.

Former Frog inspires wide receivers

Former Frog inspires wide receivers

Published Sep 1, 2005

Cory Rodgers and Quentily Harmon said they realize their time is now, and they are prepared to step up."It's all about taking advantage of the opportunities," Rodgers said. "We've learned that from a great player."

That great player, he said, is Reggie Harrell.

Harrell played four seasons for TCU and became the first Horned Frog to break the 1,000-yard reception plateau in only two seasons.

Head football coach Gary Patterson said Harrell was an important part of the team.

"Reggie's a special player," Patterson said.

Construction to begin on Memorial Plaza Area near Reed Hall will honor TCU veterans

Construction to begin on Memorial Plaza Area near Reed Hall will honor TCU veterans

Published Sep 1, 2005

There have been several architectural additions to the TCU campus this year, but one has yet to be seen.The Veterans Memorial Plaza was scheduled to have been completed by this fall but TCU has yet to break ground on the project.

"We wanted to make sure the look is correct," Roger Williams, a university trustee, said. "The plaza is going to be around for a long time and we want it to send the right message."

The plaza is a $150,000 project and as of fall 2004, TCU had raised $80,000, Williams said.

Restrictions on downloaded songs defeat purpose of iTunes

Restrictions on downloaded songs defeat purpose of iTunes

Published Sep 1, 2005

I am a reformed downloader. I'm one of the original Napster downloaders delighted with the idea of having access to millions of songs without having to pay a cent. In the good ol' days I was on Napster constantly - until it became public that Napster was "evil."

Not giving up on my dream of having unlimited music for free, I went through a slew of other programs: Morpheus, Kazaa, LimeWire, you name it, I had it.

Hernandez awaits university response

Published Sep 1, 2005

Former TCU student-athlete Jacob Hernandez is not able to compete for the University of Texas but is able to practice with Texas' track and field team, his lawyer said.Shelby Sharpe, Hernandez's attorney, said he knows Hernandez is working out in Austin, but does not know if he is actually practicing with the team. There is no NCAA rule prohibiting Hernandez from practicing with Texas, Sharpe said.

Hernandez, an award-winning sprinter, is suing TCU for his release and necessary attorney fees and costs, according to the lawsuit. Hernandez recently transferred to Texas.

Dynasty aims to leave mark on local scene

Dynasty aims to leave mark on local scene

Published Sep 1, 2005

Fort Worth's own Black Tie Dynasty has a loyal fan base that even lead vocalist Cory Watson said is hard to come by with a unique sound in a growing conservative atmosphere."Black Tie is really something different; our sound is really a lot more synthesized than a lot of local talent out there," Watson said. "It's almost like British pop."

On its first release, titled "This Stays Between Us," the keyboard talent of Brian McQuorcadale is a strong presence that has become a signature sound for the band.

Illegal downloads common on campus, officials say

Published Sep 1, 2005

Many students are pirates, or at least according to the Recording Industry Association of America.Students can use the TCU network to access ourTunes, which is a program designed to allow browsing for music on iTunes, without an Internet connection.

Users of iTunes can only listen to music in other peoples' libraries, whereas users of ourTunes can both listen and download music free of charge, said Tony Masia, a junior history major.

Masia said he prefers to use ourTunes, but when he cannot find a song, he will buy it on the Internet.

Album Reviews

Published Sep 1, 2005

Underground favorite Black Rebel Motorcycle Club returns with its latest full-length release, "Howl."B.R.M.C. builds upon its signature sound, delivering a more polished, but not overdone, album, giving fans what they expect without recycling old material.

The 14 tracks find B.R.M.C. relying more than ever on synthesizers and acoustic guitars. Pulling more from the blues and garage rock from the '60s, "Howl" retains a sparse, live feel.