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Tips to put a stopper on Facebook stalking

Published Dec 3, 2009

There's an old saying that goes "To catch a thief, send one."While I try not to steal stuff often (everyone takes a fruit or cookies from the BLUU at some point, right?), I'm afraid I may have another...

Afghanistan troop surge poorly planned

Published Dec 3, 2009

President Barack Obama's 2008 White House run was characterized by many great speeches. Fantastic illustrations. Emotional anecdotes. Personal stories. People cried, people laughed, and Republicans fumed...

Taking land from African farmers unfair

Published Dec 3, 2009

Africa is known for its natural beauty and roaming troves of animals. Unfortunately, it is perhaps more easily recognized for its negative aspects that include persistent ethnic conflicts, which are primarily...

Trading event lets students swap used items

Published Dec 3, 2009

Forget holiday shopping. The TCU Public Relations Student Society of America is providing holiday swapping with Frog Trade on Thursday.Frog Trade is a trading event where students can exchange their used...

Volleyball sets new team record in wins

Published Dec 3, 2009

It has been quite a year for the TCU volleyball team.

The Horned Frogs' 26 wins and 13 conference victories are the most in school history, and the second-place finish in the Mountain West Conference marks the best finish since the team was runner-up of the 2004 Conference USA regular-season.



But now, TCU can add another monumental feat to the record book -- its first NCAA tournament appearance.

Swap trash for treasure at the Frog Trade

Published Dec 3, 2009

Holiday shopping is for the brave among us. Who really wants to stand in endless lines, waiting for hours on end for mechanical hamsters or $3 toasters?

Frog Trade, offered by the university's Public Relations Student Society of America, provides a great alternative to sore feet and bad attitudes. Today and today only, bring your used items to Sadler Lawn from noon to 4:30 p.m. and trade them for other students' used items.

Photo courtesy of George Cagle

Student film doomed from the beginning

Published Dec 3, 2009

This article was edited for accuracy on Dec. 5 at 5:47 p.m.

The student-directed and produced film "Dormitory of Doom" has a catchy title with potential. That potential is quickly stomped on with the bad acting in the first scene that foreshadows the majority of the movie.



The film begins with some friends hanging out in their dorm, complaining about how dirty, loud and unlivable the place is. A strange man claiming to be the new resident assistant eavesdrops and begins to tell them a tale of true hell in their very dorm.

Schieffer school plans to launch program in Washington

Published Dec 2, 2009

Next fall, Schieffer School of Journalism students could have the option to spend the semester in the nation's capital.

The director of the Schieffer School, John Lumpkin, said the department planned to launch The Schieffer School in Washington program in fall 2010.



"The Schieffer School in Washington will be a program for juniors and seniors that will provide virtually a full-time internship and also a way to continue to make progress toward their degrees," Lumpkin said.

Christian students wrongfully labeled anti-gay

Published Dec 2, 2009

I remember talking with a good friend about how I did not attend our hometown's pride parade. Apparently, some in my circle of friends thought I didn't go because I hated gay people. "Why do you all think...

Focusing on fluffy bills a waste of time

Published Dec 2, 2009

Congress has been busy since President Barack Obama was elected. Members have had to address the stimulus plan and health care, two of the most important facets of Obama's goals while in office. But the...

Patterson to make contract extension annoucement

Patterson to make contract extension annoucement

Published Dec 2, 2009

Any speculation about the university's head football coach Gary Patterson resigning and taking a job at another university could be proved incorrect this morning.

Patterson and the university have agreed to a contract extension and an official announcement is expected Wednesday at 10 a.m., according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram Web site.



According to the Sports Illustrated Web site, Patterson's contract could be extended by at least 2 years and include raises for his assistant coaches.

SGA installs clicker voting system

SGA installs clicker voting system

Published Dec 2, 2009

The words 'yea' and 'nay' will no longer be heard echoing in the Brown-Lupton University Union Chambers when the Student Government Association's House of Student Representatives gathers to vote on legislation. Thanks to new technology that was installed last month, a simple click will do.

The electronic voting system, including a laptop and wireless keypads, allows the House to record the representatives' votes accurately and quickly, said Kim Turner, assistant director of Student Activities.