In efforts to create a more environmentally friendly campus, I voted for Wyatt Goolsby's resolution to reduce paper towel usage on campus. This simple, single-lined resolution seemed harmless and was written for a good cause. In efforts to "reduce, reuse and recycle," the resolution addresses the fact that many of us recycle and reuse, but we forget to reduce our use. Goolsby called for the support of the Student Government Association to hang friendly signs on paper towel dispensers to remind students to reduce usage of paper towels.

November is supposed to be the month we see the best the major television networks have to offer, at least until February and May get here. I usually look forward to sweeps month, but this year I am praying for mid-season replacements.It is pretty sad when the biggest "notable" guest star's claim to fame is "Full House." To borrow a phrase from "Shallow Hal," November sweeps have been "Stamosed."

There are some shows that stand out as decent in this lackluster season.

It's been a big year for My Morning Jacket.The Kentucky-bred band lost two members, replaced them and released its latest album, "Z," to strong reviews. "Rolling Stone" said the band was "challenging Wilco's title as America's most innovative rock act." It also was featured in the "New York Times" as well as an interview with National Public Radio.

My Morning Jacket even had a cameo, playing "Freebird," in Cameron Crowe's latest film, "Elizabethtown."

Its latest album marks a departure from My Morning Jacket's trademark sound.

Friends of Laura Lee Crane, a former teacher at TCU's Starpoint School, said Wednesday they will be closely following the trial in connection with her murder of more than a year ago. Robin Davis, a friend, student and co-worker of Crane's, said that although it will be very hard, she will follow the case in hopes of seeing justice prevail.

"I will be checking on Mr. Crane and his daughters a lot," Davis said.

Although we do not have a winner in the Student Government Association presidential race yet, it is not too early to look toward the future of the SGA. Judging by the fewer than 2,000 students casting votes in Tuesday's election, one of the main focuses of SGA this year should be educating the student body about its activities.

Through the use of public forums, letters to the editor and sidewalk fliers, SGA needs to work on getting its message out.

The Fall season of Theatre TCU is coming to an end, and what better way is there to do so than with a "bang?" George S. Kauffman and Moss Hart's 1930's classic "You Can't Take it With You," which opens Nov. 15, does just that.

The show was sold out after two days and there have been requests for more performances.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic comedy offers the message that people have the tendency to take life too seriously and don't take time to enjoy it.

Although Texans overwhelmingly voted for Proposition 2, some members of the TCU community say the result may strengthen the gay rights movement.According to The Associated Press, 76 percent of Texans voted for Proposition 2, an amendment to the Texas constitution to ban gay marriage. It is now in effect.

Bayliss Camp, an assistant professor of sociology, said other states that have passed similar laws have seen a surge in the gay rights movement, and Texas may follow suit.

One legendary NCAA basketball program, a recent champion, one of last year's most trendy favorites and a squad led by the most volatile coach in college hoops make for one tough nonconference schedule, especially when this is all faced away from home.This season, the TCU men's basketball team will play Oklahoma State, Syracuse, Texas Tech and likely Boston College - none of them at Daniel-Meyer Coliseum.

Head coach Neil Dougherty said the team's traveling schedule is a side effect of playing marquee teams.

In a 6-1 decision Wednesday, the Fort Worth City Zoning Commission voted to give a 120-day continuance to allow more time to reach a compromise regarding the rezoning of the University Place neighborhood.The University Place Homeowners Association requested the zoning be changed in its neighborhood from two-family residential to single-family residential.

The argument held by the opposition is that single-family zoning would eliminate the opportunity for TCU students to rent properties on and around University Drive.