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Author Michael Lee Stallard to speak at Tandy Executive Speaker Series

Author Michael Lee Stallard to speak at Tandy Executive Speaker Series

Published Jan 25, 2011

Michael Lee Stallard, author of "Fired Up or Burned Out," will speak with Homer Erekson, dean of the Neeley School of Business, and 100 Neeley undergraduates and faculty members on how an organization...

TCU will no longer play Boise State at home

Published Jan 25, 2011

The first and only conference matchup between TCU and Boise State, originally slotted to be a home game for TCU, will now be played at Boise's Bronco Stadium, according to a press release from The Mountain West Conference's Board of Directors.

The game was originally scheduled to play at Amon G. Carter Stadium for the 2011 football season.

The MWC said it approved the recommendations from the conference's athletic directors on the grounds that it would address current and future scheduling issues caused by shifts in MWC membership.

Horned Frogs take on New Mexico Wednesday

Published Jan 25, 2011

The TCU Horned Frogs will face conference opponent New Mexico today in Albuquerque at the Lobos' University Arena, known as The Pit, at 9 p.m. Both teams enter to contest with a three-game losing streak...

Students should watch the State of the Union address

Published Jan 25, 2011

It may seem counterproductive to ask college students to watch President Barack Obama's State of the Union address tonight considering the state of the job market.

But whether students are into politics or not, watching the address is one of the easiest ways to stay up to date with our most pressing issues.

In a representative democracy, our personal contribution is our vote. By taking the time to access information to which we have a right, we can better dictate where our vote would be best used.

Cassata High School library converted in memoriam of TCU journalism professor

Published Jan 25, 2011

The Cassata High School library will be converted to the Phil Record Media Resource Center this summer in memoriam of former TCU journalism professor Phil Record, Cassata administrators said.

Cassata principal Nancy Martin said Record was an active board member at the school for several years and had helped the school in many areas.

"Phil touched so many people," Martin said. "There is such an outpouring from his life of people wanting to do something to honor his memory."

College of Fine Arts searches for new director

College of Fine Arts searches for new director

Published Jan 25, 2011

The College of Fine Arts is searching for a replacement for the director of the School of Art, who will retire at the end of this semester.

Scott Sullivan, dean of the College of Fine Arts, said the college has received around 10 applications for the position as the School of Art Director.

"The search committee has zeroed in on three [applicants] and they are now checking references," Sullivan said. "Then they are going to do a phone interview for those people to see if they are the kinds of people that we want to pursue and bring to campus for more interviews."

Sabine Rasch increases TCU swim team confidence

Sabine Rasch increases TCU swim team confidence

Published Jan 25, 2011

Last December, sophomore swimmer Sabine Rasch became the first woman in TCU history to swim the 50-freestyle in under 23 seconds. Rasch set a university record with a 22.96 at the U.S. Short Course National Championships held in Columbus, Ohio.

Rasch's performance topped the previous school record of 23.17 held by Erica Tate since 2007. However, this was not the first time Rasch put her name at the top of the university's all-time performance list. On Nov. 6, she earned herself a time of 50.75 in the 100-freestyle against San Diego State 8212; a university record.

Café Brazil to open under the GrandMarc

Published Jan 25, 2011

Award-winning Café Brazil will open its first Tarrant County restaurant in place of Los Vaqueros, beneath the GrandMarc.

Brant Wood, CEO of Café Brazil, said there are 10 locations around Dallas, and he felt the restaurant's 24/7 concept is perfect for college students.

"We are known in the business for taking over failed restaurant space and converting it into a Café Brazil and being successful doing that," Wood said.

Law prohibiting protests near funerals protects both free speach and the right to mourn

Published Jan 24, 2011

To counteract the plans of Westboro Baptist Church to protest the funerals of the Tucson, Ariz., shooting victims, radio announcers offered airtime in exchange for the group's avoidance of the funerals. Tucson residents also prepared to shield the families' eyes from the demonstrations.

The most drastic measure taken was a new law, passed rather speedily by Arizona legislators, that prohibits protests near funerals and burial sites.

Brite Divinity School expands

Published Jan 24, 2011

The sounds of bulldozers and cranes are beginning to sound like permanent fixtures on the TCU campus, the latest project being the building of a new Brite Divinity School building. The building will be...

Tennis teams start strong with three wins in opening weekend

Tennis teams start strong with three wins in opening weekend

Published Jan 24, 2011

TCU tennis got off to a strong start this weekend with dominant performances by both the men and the women.

The two teams had three total matches on Saturday and Sunday at the Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center.

The action started on Saturday with the women's match against UT-Pan American. The women swept UTPA 7-0, not losing a single set along the way.

The Lady Frogs combined to win 96 games while conceding only 17. Both Idunn Hertzberg and Federica Denti each posted 6-0, 6-0 shutouts in singles play.

TCU alumni build Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2011 dream home

TCU alumni build Fort Worth, Texas magazine 2011 dream home

Published Jan 24, 2011

Two TCU alumni are building the Fort Worth, Texas: The City's Magazine 2011 dream home.

Chris Powers Jr. and Andrew Curtis, who have been in real estate for a combined nine years, formed Powers & Curtis in October of last year. By November, they had purchased their first property.

In December, the magazine selected their plans to be the 5,000 square foot dream home after an interview process.