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Fight flu fears with food

Published Feb 24, 2006

Junior Anne Zanola takes a calcium supplement and a multivitamin everyday, or at least whenever she remembers."I kind of just take [vitamins] to be healthy in general," she said.

The erratic winter weather has left many students sniffling and sneezing, but an improved immune system may be as easy as an in-between class snack.

Beside supplements and expensive health food, all-natural remedies can prevent against a trip to the health center.

Students host fundraiser for earthquake victims

Published Feb 24, 2006

While many of the cities affected by Hurricane Katrina are slowly rebuilding, the Northern regions of India and Pakistan are still suffering from their own natural disaster.Students for Asian Indian Cultural Awareness are hosting Experience India: "A Celebration of the Indian Subcontinent," which is a fundraiser for the Pakistan Earthquake Relief Fund and the Mother Teresa Charity. The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday in the Student Center Ballroom.

Q&A: Natasha Lacy

Q&A: Natasha Lacy

Published Feb 24, 2006

What's the biggest difference between men's and women's basketball?I think how they play above the rim, the elevation of the game. Anything else I think we do. That might be changing in the next couple...

Cheers, jeers seal performers’ fates

Published Feb 24, 2006

Cheers and boos filled the Student Center Ballroom Thursday night as students performed for the Night at the Apollo. The Night at the Apollo, hosted by the Black History Month committee and sponsored by the Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services, was a re-creation of the original Apollo Theater in Harlem, N.Y., that intended to pay tribute to the artists who performed there. According to the Apollo tradition, winners were chosen based on the audience's reaction to the performances.

Safety checks lack consistency

Safety checks lack consistency

Published Feb 24, 2006

About two weeks ago, I walked into my dorm room to find three guys walking around the room. Although I was not close friends with any of them, they were all acquaintances, and I knew what was happening. It was one of the random safety checks that happen throughout the school year.I knew that I had nothing to hide, so I wasn't really worried. But by the time it was over, I had emptied a bag full of quarters on my desk, as well as demonstrated that a decorative pipe on a shelf had indeed not been used. As I thought, I didn't have anything to hide, but I was sweating for a minute.

Team building strength for tourney

Published Feb 24, 2006

The men's basketball team looks to make progress and finish the back end of the season strong, starting with a showdown with Brigham Young on Saturday at the Daniel-Meyer Coliseum.The game will be a rematch...

All couples deserve rights to adoption

All couples deserve rights to adoption

Published Feb 24, 2006

Many people think gay people are sick, disgusting people who commit unspeakable acts. That they're sinners, and they are barred from heaven as long as they continue their lives of sin.Some believe gays don't deserve a fair shot at life. That they don't deserve to get married or raise children. In fact, they believe we should not allow known gays to vote, teach, participate in government or live in our communities.

Event to pay tribute to Apollo Theater

Published Feb 23, 2006

TCU's Black History Month celebration comes to an end tonight with an attempt to recreate the Apollo Theater with Night at the Apollo, a showcase of multiple talentsAshley Madkins, committee chair for Night at the Apollo, said this event will be "a fun-filled grand finale."

"This event is a tribute to black artists who have been to the actual Apollo Theater in Harlem, N.Y.," the senior fashion merchandising major said. "Everybody gets to come and perform their talent for a chance to win a big prize."

Team lights up Rams' zone

Team lights up Rams’ zone

Published Feb 23, 2006

The TCU women's basketball team dominated the court Wednesday night when it defeated Colorado State 83-57.The Lady Frogs (15-9, 9-4 MWC) shot 62 percent in the first half, making 7 of 11 from 3-point range. Sophomore guard Adrianne Ross led the team in scoring for the first half with 19 points, 9 of which came from behind the arc. Ross said the team was doing a good job of finding the open shot and executing the ball.

"It always feels good to know we're doing something right," Ross said.

Search for new nursing dean underway

Published Feb 23, 2006

The dean of the Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences will return to teaching and researching, her first loves, in the fall, an assistant to the dean said Tuesday.Rhonda Keen-Payne originally agreed to serve as dean for five years but is now in her sixth year, said the assistant, Sharon Hudson.

Nowell Donovan, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, said Keen-Payne stayed for the sixth year at his request.

Track and Field: Frogs enter conference meet

Published Feb 23, 2006

The TCU track and field team is about to get its first taste of the whole Mountain West Conference enchilada.The Horned Frogs head to Albuquerque, N.M. today for the MWC Indoor Championships, a three-day event that will put TCU against its new conference rivals for the first time this season.

Head coach Darryl Anderson said although the team may not be designed for this style of meet, he expects a high level of competitiveness.

Saddam trial not neutral, orderly

Saddam trial not neutral, orderly

Published Feb 23, 2006

As headlines for Saddam Hussein's trial continue to grace the front pages of American newspapers, the image of an Iraqi circus keeps appearing in my mind. All that is missing is a juggler and an elephant.The thought of one of Saddam Hussein's co-defendants being dragged out kicking and screaming didn't help. It made me wonder how much control the new judge had over his courtroom. Hussein's latest trick is his hunger strike in protest of the way he is being treated.

After taking approximately a month off, the trial is evidently as stressful as ever.