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Chancellor Victor Boschini kicked off the semester by announcing the "R-Rated" theme for the semester and presenting the Chancellor's Staff Award for Outstanding Service during the annual Opening Luncheon on Friday. Boschini said the "R-Rated" theme stands for rights, responsibilities and respect.

"The student body is well aware of their rights, but we would like them to learn responsibility as well," Boschini said.

Boschini said the theme "is designed to encourage dialogue and respect for others."

After months of discussion about drilling for natural gas on TCU grounds, the administration has a proposed date to begin work on a natural gas well.Four Sevens Oil Co. will be working in conjunction with...

As the semester comes to a close, it seems only fitting to pass out accolades and awards for what we have seen on the playing field this semester. The end of every season has an award ceremony where there are some surprises and some awards that are of no shock value to the average fan, so without further ado, here are the Spring 2007 Horned Frog Superlatives.

Rookie of the Year

With graduation caps strapped to their heads and diplomas in hand, many students are preparing to take the graduation walk - a year late.The additional, fifth year, also nicknamed the "victory lap," isn't uncommon anymore.

Fifty-one percent of college students graduate from baccalaureate institutions within five years of initial enrollment, according to the American College Testing's Web site.

Although more students are currently taking an extra year to graduate, the ACT Web site said the graduation rate has remained the same.

As commencement goes from being a dream to a reality in a few days time, it also serves as a reminder for graduating seniors of how complete the graduation ceremony is with the presence of family. For the student-athlete, the time and attention given to his or her sport can limit family interaction. But for Neil P. Dougherty, family played more of a hands-on role during his four-year journey at TCU.

Some days the credit card offers seem to flood the mailbox. The envelopes offer various rates and rewards for using the card. What the offers don't say, however, is how easy it is to quickly get into debt and how important it is to build good credit.Barbara Wood, assistant professor of professional practice, said she thinks it's good for students to have a credit card for emergencies, but, before they get a credit card, they should also have the income to pay off what they charge.

"I think one is sufficient," Wood said. "Particularly if you're looking to build credit."