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TCU News Now shifts from weekly to daily broadcasts

TCU News Now shifts from weekly to daily broadcasts

Published Jan 31, 2008

TCU News Now is a daily newscast this semester with the help of new professional equipment, technology and a CNN news feed, said a News Now staff member.


Rebekah Hood, junior broadcast journalism major and executive producer of News Now, said News Now is now a CNN affiliate, enabling them to receive raw footage and news packages from CNN and use it on News Now.

Focus the Nation comes to campus

Published Jan 30, 2008

A nationwide group helping to educate people about the effects of global warming is facilitating a discussion about the isssue Thursday, said a co-organizer of the event.The event, hosted by Focus the...

HIS to join Fraternity and Sorority Life program, BYX considers invitation

Published Jan 30, 2008

The Fraternity and Sorority Life program has invited a Christian sorority and fraternity to join.


Eta Iota Sigma decided to join, while Beta Upsilon Chi is still considering.


The two organizations will not join Panhellenic Council, Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council or the Multicultural Greek Council, but just the program, said Sarah Williamson, assistant director of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs.

Schools namesake plans retirement

School’s namesake plans retirement

Published Jan 30, 2008

The namesake of the Schieffer School of Journalism said Tuesday that he plans to step down as moderator of CBS's "Face the Nation" next year and spend more time working with TCU students.Bob Schieffer,...

Physical activity important for healthy living

Published Jan 30, 2008

We all know exercise is good for us.


Unfortunately, with our strenuous lifestyles and schedules, it can be hard to maintain a regular workout plan. But it is no mystery that good health does not happen by diet alone.


In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture decided physical activity is such an important part of good nutrition that they added it to the Food Guide Pyramid in 2005.

Letter to the editor: Challenging classes force personal development

Published Jan 30, 2008

While running late to class, I heard the question, "So, what's the word on the street about this class?" echo from a lecture hall.


As a senior, this left me to wonder about my own choices. Had I selected classes on the recommendation of a classmate? A professor-rating Web site? Or perhaps an overheard conversation between students - essentially strangers?


The reality is that often, despite "the word," you have to take the class that's available, one that fits a time slot, or fills a degree requirement regardless of the teacher's reputation.

Longer library hours help students

Published Jan 30, 2008

The library is going 24/5.


Beginning next semester, students will have 24-hour access to the library on weekdays.


It's a request students have been making for the last three to four years, said Don Mills, vice chancellor for student affairs.


Administrators also noted a marked increase in library use, something they attribute to more students living on campus.

Sports entertainment classic fun show for fans of all ages

Published Jan 30, 2008

"American Gladiators" is back and better than ever.


It has a new look with two new commentators, the beautiful Laila Ali and the legendary Hulk Hogan, a vamped up set, all new gladiators and new events. And let's not forget the return of the much-loved old events.


The hiatus was finally over Jan. 6, when NBC aired the first of a two-night premiere.

Team prepares as conference meet draws near

Published Jan 30, 2008

It all boils down to the conference championships, the head coach for the swimming and diving teams said.


The men's team finished its regular season Friday with a loss to SMU, the No. 24-ranked team in the College Swim Coaches Association of America Poll, and the women finished regular season conference play with a win against the University of New Mexico.

Rifle team channels focus into success

Rifle team channels focus into success

Published Jan 30, 2008

It could be considered the least appreciated, understood or known team on campus, but the rifle team is shooting with result and is the most focused group of athletes the university has to offer.When every...

Dance offers London study abroad

Dance offers London study abroad

Published Jan 30, 2008

This summer, TCU dancers will pack their bags and travel to London to participate in the department's inaugural session of its study abroad program.


The session, titled "Physical Theatre in the U.K.," is different from typical TCU dance classes, said Elizabeth Gillaspy, associate professor of ballet.


"We have students who are interested in abroad experiences, this one specifically because it's a kind of opportunity that is so unique for them as dancers and as performers," Gillaspy said.

No honor code needed to discourage academic dishonesty

Published Jan 30, 2008

Although the honor code task force has lobbied for an official academic honor code document since 2006, their efforts may have run their course."I don't know if we will ever have an actual document, but...