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TCU High School Journalism Workshop

TCU High School Journalism Workshop

Youngest winner of "The Voice" guided by North Texas native

Youngest winner of “The Voice” guided by North Texas native

By Elliott Amarasuriya | Jun 20, 2018

Youth dominated the 14th season of “The Voice” as a 15-year-old took the top honors in a field that included several teens. Alexa Cappelli, 18, of Upland, California was among the contestants. She...

TCU's efforts to resolve emergency protocol issues continue

TCU’s efforts to resolve emergency protocol issues continue

By Ava Heppner | Jun 20, 2018

Seven months after the campus lockdown TCU is continuing to update its emergency protocol and promote campus safety. Last November’s early morning lockdown prompted concerns that the announcement from...

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Summer camps give high schoolers college preview

By Andres Cortes | Jun 22, 2017

High school students looking for a sneak peek at college life can catch a glimpse at different summer camps offered by universities across the nation. TCU offers many different summer programs for high...

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College expectations bring excitement and worry

By Michael Matthews Jr. | Jun 22, 2017

Some incoming Horned Frogs are are looking forward to fall with a combination of excitement and trepidation. Although they aren’t sure their expectations will be met, but they’re willing to take...

Junior film, television and digital media major Houston McCullough interns with TCU Football as a social media intern. She said her internship is preparing her for a future career. | Photo courtesy of TCU Football.

Networking can help students land jobs

By Deja Groomes | Jun 22, 2017

Landing that first job out of college can be as demanding and nerve-wracking as getting into college. The Career Center at TCU encourages students to start working toward their first professional job...

TCU Greek housing makeover nearing completion

TCU Greek housing makeover nearing completion

By Samantha Fisher | Jun 22, 2017

This fall, the first phase of TCU’s new Greek housing is expected to debut as women move into the new sorority houses in Worth Hills. TCU Panhellenic Council and Interfraternity Council Greek organizations...

Junior biology major Leslie Gonzalez studies for organic chemistry in the periodical section of the Mary Couts Burnett Library. Photo courtesy of Makenzie Stallo

Good study habits help grades

By Jacob Crockett | Jun 22, 2017

Study habits are essential to a successful college career. It’s vital for incoming first-year students to develop proper study habits, said  Ashley Edwards, a TCU academic adviser. Transitioning...

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Athletic success increases application numbers

By Sara Shepherd | Jun 22, 2017

Even students who aren’t athletes can be attracted to a university because of its sports programs. Harvard marketing professor Doug Chung calls this the “Flutie Effect,” noting that Boston College...

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BMI: fact or fiction

By Billy Baker | Jun 22, 2017

According to the National Center for Health Statistics about a third of U.S. adults age 20 and older are obese, but some people question the science behind the numbers. Obesity is linked to the Body...

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A few lifestyle adjustment can help students control weight

By Danielle Miles | Jun 22, 2017

Although many students expect to gain weight in college, a TCU dietitian said students can maintain a healthy weight with a few adjustments to their normal routine. One third of all college undergraduates...

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College admission is based on many factors

By Sam Wooddell | Jun 22, 2017

When it comes to being admitted into a competitive college, grade point average is only of the factors under consideration. High test scores, a rigorous transcript and extracurricular activities are all...

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Atmosphere and sports teams influence college decisions

By Braden Roux | Jun 22, 2017

Numerous factors affect college choice, including academics, cost, student life, comfort and safety, but each student’s selection process is unique. “When a student asks me what makes TCU special,...

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