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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

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...

SGA passes bill regulating number of positions for which positions candidates can run

Published Mar 8, 2011

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

Frogs scheduled to take on Lamar Cardinals Wednesday

Published Mar 8, 2011

TCU will put its all-time undefeated record versus the Lamar Cardinals to the test Wednesday.

The match, scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center, will be the Frogs' first duel since they last met in 2000. The teams have met a total of five times since 1979, all TCU victories. This season, the Frogs and the Cardinals met in early fall during tournament play.

The Frogs have been plagued with several injuries this season as well, head coach Dave Borelli said.

Nashville’s ‘Jenny and Tyler’ to perform outside BLUU Wednesday

Published Mar 8, 2011

Nashville band Jenny and Tyler had such a good experience playing in front of TCU students before, it is coming to campus to play for students again Wednesday.

BLUU Student Activities and Marketing Coordinator Brad Thompson said he first heard the band when it played a concert at his house this past year.

"I just really loved their music and thought it would be a good fit for a TCU event," Thompson said.

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

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.

SGA VP External Affairs elections take place Wednesday

Published Mar 7, 2011

Student Government Association elections for the Vice President of External Affairs will take place from 8 a.m. today until noon Wednesday. The three candidates running are sophomore business major Macy...

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TCU defeats UTA 7-3 at Lupton Stadium

Abstinence from sex is in our best interest

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

Program to encourage minority students to study abroad

SGA bill strengthens election guidelines

SGA passes bill regulating number of positions for which positions candidates can run

Frogs scheduled to take on Lamar Cardinals Wednesday

Nashville’s ‘Jenny and Tyler’ to perform outside BLUU Wednesday

Spring break homework should be discouraged

Increased diversity in study abroad programs would benefit students, university

Cafe Brazil CEO: New location a success so far

SGA VP External Affairs elections take place Wednesday