Texas American Resources Appoints Bryant Williams as Vice President of Engineering Jun 14, 2008
Mr. Williams holds a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Texas Tech University and a MBA from Texas Christian University. He is an active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the Independent Producer's Association of America. (PR Newswire)
Cindy Warner is the new president of the CISD Board of Trustees Jun 12, 2008
He will attend Texas Christian University, where he will be in the honors business program and the Army ROTC. Her youngest son, Adam will be a sophomore at CHS next year. This year was notable because among the seven board members, they had four graduating seniors. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Brain perceives the present Jun 11, 2008
Timothy Hubbard, a psychologist at Texas Christian University, said the principle of perceiving the present was sound, adding, "If a person's response to an object, to catch, hit, block, whatever, is to be optimal, that response should be calibrated to where the object would be" not a split second earlier, when the perception occurred. This is why identical squares arranged around the center of a spiked-wheel image appear misshapen, said Changizi. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Alaska Baseball League team capsules Jun 9, 2008
Texas Christian University pitcher Tyler Lockwood went 7-2 with a 2. 75 ERA in 1042/3 innings over 17 games, including 11 starts. (Anchorage Daily News)
Cubs select Andrew Cashner in first round Jun 7, 2008
CHICAGO (AP) _ The Chicago Cubs selected pitcher Andrew Cashner of Texas Christian University with the 19th pick of the first round in Thursday's baseball draft, the second straight year they've chosen the 6-foot-6 right hander. Last year the Cubs took Cashner in the 29th round after he'd pitched for Angelina J.C. The also drafted Cashner in the 18th round of the 2006 draft, but he did not sign. (Gofrogs.com)
TEAM REPS: Hall of Famers, ex-players, icons at draft Jun 6, 2008
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From a Tiger to a Cub Jun 6, 2008
The 877th player chosen in the 2007 draft after playing two years at Angelina Junior College in Lufkin, Cashner s stock soared dramatically this past season as a excelled in a relief role at Texas Christian University. The 2005 Conroe High graduate recorded nine wins, nine saves and a 2. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Take 2: Cubs cash in on power righty Jun 6, 2008
(Texas Christian University) ... Last year, the Cubs selected him in the 29th round, but he didn't sign and opted to transfer to Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Bichsel best of locals Jun 6, 2008
The Texas Christian University- bound golfer shot a 69 in the morning round of yesterday's two-round final day of the New Jersey State Golf Association Amateur Championship at 6,839-yard, par-71 Little Mill Country Club in Marlton. Be cause that round, which included an eagle on the par-5 fourth hole, was the only sub-70 round of the tournament to that point, it was significant. (NJ.com -- Times)
Student news Jun 5, 2008
Lauren Meredith Pick of Taylor graduated magna cum laude from Texas Christian University May 29 with a Bachelor of Science degree in broadcast journalism ... Candace Michelle Watson of Hutto received a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Christian University May 29. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Fish early Draft focus could be on hitter Jun 5, 2008
A few pitchers the Marlins could be interested in with the No. 6 overall pick are Andrew Cashner -- a hard-throwing righty with a biting slider from Texas Christian University, and University of San Diego's Brian Matusz -- a 6-foot-4 lefty with good command of his curveball and changeup, mixed in with a low-90s fastball. But sluggers like Vanderbilt's Pedro Alvarez and Florida State's Buster Posey are expected to dominate the first round, and the Marlins can very possibly go in that direction. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Mountain West Conference Announces Board Executive Committee for 2008-09 Jun 4, 2008
Gen. John Regni, United States Air Force Academy Superintendent, Dr. David Schmidly, University of New Mexico President and Dr. Victor Boschini, Texas Christian University Chancellor, will also serve on the Board Executive Committee. TheMWC.com. (Themwc.com)
Newpark Resources Announces New President of Mats and Integrated Services Jun 3, 2008
He holds a Masters in Business Administration from Texas Christian University and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University. Paul Howes, Newpark's President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "We are extremely pleased to welcome Bill to our management team. He brings to Newpark over 30 years of wide-ranging executive experience in the oil and gas service industry, including the management of domestic and international operations. Expanding the scope of our Mats and... (PR Newswire)
Coppell alumni compete in college baseball national championship Jun 2, 2008
Garrison, a redshirt junior who began his collegiate career at Arizona St. before transferring to Texas Christian University, is a pitcher for the Horned Frogs. He started 12 games this season, going 2-3 with a 4. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
TWCA’s Hartmann, Lombardi ready for the next step May 28, 2008
She hopes to double major in graphic design and art history at Texas Christian University starting this fall. Last year, I took an Advanced Placement art history class and I loved it, she said. (Woodlands Villager, TX)
Draft hopeful Cashner's dedication pays off May 27, 2008
(Texas Christian University) ... "I hear what they say, but it's just their opinion," said Cashner, a junior right-hander from Texas Christian University. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Tice Proves Every Bear Has Its Day With 9.5% Return as He Invokes `D' Word May 22, 2008
He earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth in 1976 and a Master of Business Administration from the same school the following year. He spent the next eight years toiling as an internal auditor and acquisition planning executive in the Texas operations of oil giant Atlantic Richfield Co. and Enserch Corp., a Houston-based oil and natural gas firm. (Bloomberg)
Local writer publishes first horror novel May 20, 2008
He met his wife, Laura, at Texas Christian University in a play. The chemistry was just right. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Barmores receive annual community award May 17, 2008
Mike Barmore graduated from Texas Christian University and attended Williams Elementary and Jackson Intermediate before his graduation from Pasadena High. He began his business career as a Certified Public Accountant and obtained his Certified Insurance Counselor designation after entering the industry. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Appeal Of Convicted Killer Of TCU Professor Rejected May 15, 2008
(May 14, 2008)--The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Wednesday rejected the appeal of a man convicted of killing a retired Texas Christian University professor. Edward Lee Busby, Jr. was sentenced to die the January 2004 robbery and slaying of 77-year-old Laura Lee Crane whose body was found in southern Oklahoma. (KWTX.com, TX)
Hodge gets Watch List nod May 15, 2008
Former Tatum High school football standout Stephen Hodge, who will be a senior at Texas Christian University in the fall, was named Tuesday to the 2008 Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List by the Football Writers Association of America. The Bronko Nagurski Trophy goes to the nation's best defensive college football player. (Gofrogs.com)
Senior-dominated Muskies hope to challenge May 15, 2008
At the top of the list is Rivera s son, Brance, who earlier signed to play at Division I Texas Christian University. Also moving on to the next level are Eric Edkin, who will stay at home and play at Muscatine Community College; Kyle Flickinger and Eddie Failor will play at Division III Wartburg; and Brandon Nau will play for Division III Clarke College. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
LSU picks new dean of business May 14, 2008
Jones was 1 of 3 finalists for the job with Mark Fuller of Washington State University and Christine Riordan of Texas Christian University. Riordan withdrew. (KSLA.com, LA)
Glad You Asked: Was Johnny Cash ever in prison? May 10, 2008
Speaking of something, the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs and Marquette, then known as the Golden Avalanche, played on Jan. 1, 1937, in Dallas in the first Cotton Bowl. MU lost 16-6. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
More of this story May 9, 2008
Shafer played his first two seasons of college baseball for the Trojans, then moved onto play Division I ball at Texas Christian University. His 2008 Trojan squad enters the Regional tournament with a record of 35-15, and looks to add another Regional victory to their already storied program. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Muskie baseball star signs with TCU (2) May 6, 2008
Kristi Nixon/Muscatine Journal Brance Rivera, center, prepares to put his signature on a national letter of intent to play baseball at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas ... The Muscatine High School senior shortstop signed to play baseball with Texas Christian University Wednesday afternoon. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Notre Dame Athletics Director Kevin White To Participate In Inaugural Football Forum May 6, 2008
In addition to White, panelists scheduled to attend include: , United States Military Academy athletics director; Mark Mangino, University of Kansas head coach; Gary Patterson, Texas Christian University head coach; Jim Tressel, Ohio State University head coach; Dr. T. K. Wetherell, Florida State University president; and , University of Washington head coach (and former Notre Dame head coach). Media currently scheduled to attend include the Associated Press, USA Today, ESPN, CBSSports. (Und.com)
Creamer wins SemGroup title on second playoff hole May 6, 2008
Former Texas Christian University golfer Angela Stanford finished T3 for the second consecutive year. She tied with South Korean sensation Jeong Jang at two-over-par. (FOX23.com, OK)
Schlossnagle tallies win No. 200 at TCU in sweep May 5, 2008
Texas Christian University Horned Frogs - Official Athletic Site. web. (Gofrogs.com)
Week in Review: Boren joins his brother May 3, 2008
In our eyes, there may have been an even more significant pledge out of Rider High School this week from Beaver's teammate and fellow ESPN 150 Watch List prospect (Wichita Falls, Texas/Rider), who will play for Texas Christian University. Though the versatile Thompson had offers from more prominent BCS schools like Arkansas and Arizona State, he decided to stay close to home and play for TCU and Gary Patterson. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
The Race Is On Apr 23, 2008
He earned his Bachelors degree from Texas Christian University and St. Mary's College in Maryland. Later, he earned his Master's degree in management from Central Michigan University. (The St. Augustine Record)
Week in Review: Venables helps Oklahoma strike big defensively Apr 22, 2008
The first regional camp is scheduled for Friday, April 25, at the campus of Texas Christian University in Ft. Worth. Sleeper in the Carolinas As we creep closer to 1,000 evaluations on 2009 prospects, we have seen our fair share of superstars like Murray. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Namedropper 4-22-08 Apr 22, 2008
Janelle Barnicle of Yuma recently made the dean's list at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. Barnicle, studying early childhood education, has completed the fall 2007 classes with a 3. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
T-Bones have a plan Apr 21, 2008
Last year at Texas Christian University, Trout hit. 326 with an on-base percentage of. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Church window Apr 20, 2008
He was born and raised in Texas and is a graduate of Texas Christian University with a B.A. in Religion, and Journalism; and of Brite Divinity School of TCU with a Master of Divinity Degree. As the son of a minister in the Christian Church, Keith has spent a lifetime of learning in more than a dozen congregations. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
UT Austin students win real estate 'shoot-out' Apr 18, 2008
Teams from Baylor University, Southern Methodist University, Texas A&M University, the University of Texas at Arlington, Texas Christian University and Texas Tech University also competed. The four- to six-person teams evaluated a complex real estate scenario involving sale-leasebacks and corporate consolidations at two business campuses in a declining market. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Petro Vista Energy Shareholder Update Apr 18, 2008
Degree in Geology from Idaho State University in 1974 and a Master of Science in Geology from Texas Christian University in 1976. John Nelson - Vice President, Exploration. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Bible Park USA developers assemble theologians for advice on attractions Apr 16, 2008
Amy-Jill Levine, professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt University, Nashville; Byron McCane, professor of Religion at Wofford College, Spartanburg, S.C.; Carol Meyers, professor of Old Testament Studies at Duke University, Durham, N.C.; Eric Meyers, professor of Old Testament Studies, Archaeology of the ancient Near East, and Jewish History of the Greco-Roman period at Duke University, Durham, N.C.; Carolyn Osiek, professor of New Testament Studies at Brite Divinity School at Texas... (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Star's secret Apr 15, 2008
Tuesday, May 6m 6-8 p.m., Texas Christian University, 2950 West Berry St., Fort Worth. Posted at 09:04 AM/ET, April 14, 2008 in. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ellington making noise for Frogs Apr 13, 2008
Chris Ellington and his bat have been making headlines for Texas Christian University and the Horned Frogs baseball program in recent weeks and he gives all the credit to hard work. I think it takes a lot of hard work and dedication, Ellington said of the road he traveled to TCU. I think if you want something bad enough and you work hard enough to get it, eventually, you ll get to where you want to be. (Gofrogs.com)
Read more... Apr 8, 2008
The program is eligible for three to six graduate-level credit hours through Texas Christian University ... Instructors for 2008 are: Katherine M. Cary, assistant attorney general division chief, General Counsel Division, Office of the Attorney General of Texas; Dr. Charles Davis, executive director, National Freedom of Information Coalition and assistant professor of news-editorial, School of Journalism, University of Missouri; Dr. Derek H. Davis, dean of the College of Humanities and dean of... (PNN Online)
Media wrong on Wright Apr 4, 2008
Dr Stacey Floyd-Thomas, associate professor of ethics and director of black church studies at the Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, said, "What is eminently clear is the degree to which the black church is still largely misunderstood and routinely caricatured in US popular culture.". She added, "If Wright is guilty of anything, [he is] guilty of loving the US enough to tell the United States the truth. Patriots and prophets are often called to speak harsh words... (Asia Times Online)
Canning Spam Apr 1, 2008
In 2005, John Campbell, a senior political science major at the Texas Christian University, created the first liquid computer after a year of experimentation, 10 to 15 old computers and more than $500. It started out as an arcade machine-sized freezer, filled to the rim with liquids, ice and techno-pieces. (Daily Orange, NY)
Peoria Chiefs 2008 Opening Day Roster Apr 1, 2008
Ashwood was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 2004 but chose to go on to Texas Christian University instead. He finished his college career at Kansas and was drafted by the Cubs last June. (Chicago Cubs, TheInsiders.com)
Kent has many choices in finding a coach Mar 31, 2008
Kent State basketball coach Jim Christian has left the Golden Flashes for another job - Texas Christian University in the Mountain West Conference. He joins Gary Waters and Stan Heath before him, who opted out for Rutgers and Arkansas, respectively, leaving behind a trail of success that will be tough to follow. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
CU WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Buffs win in comeback fashion Mar 28, 2008
The Buffs will next tip off against Texas Christian University, Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Coors Events Center. . (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Bush touts McCain at fund-raiser here Mar 28, 2008
Mr. Roddey said the president teased him about their shared Texas roots, calling him a "horned frog" because he was a student at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. Jerome L. Sherman can be reached at or 412-263-1183. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Portrait: Matt Hicks is new head coach for Lady Crusaders soccer team Mar 25, 2008
A 1999 graduate of St. Louis University High School, he went to Texas Christian University on an academic scholarship. I was too banged up from playing in high school to play anymore, so I turned into a fan and a student of the game, Hicks said. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hero worship: Game has changed how we rock Mar 23, 2008
One recent day this month, making his way to the Texas Christian University campus, Daniel Gomez saw the quirkiest little modern-day tableau. Gomez, a guitarist for the Fort Worth rock band Goodwin, was on his way to do a radio spot. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Security Concerns? Mar 22, 2008
The Brite Divinity School is on Texas Christian University's campus, but the schools are separate ... In Fort Worth, Texas, is Andrew Chavez, editor for The Daily Skiff, the student newspaper of Texas Christian University, back once again ... And Andrew, why is the awards ceremony being removed from the Texas Christian University campus. (Fox News)
Obama's minister's remarks won't fade Mar 22, 2008
March 20: Rev. Jeremiah Wright, the controversial former pastor of Barack Obama, will be honored by Texas Christian University. NBC's Peter Alexander reports. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Obituaries for March 22, 2008 Mar 22, 2008
Frances moved to Fort Worth in 1944 and graduated from Texas Christian University in 1946 with a Bachelor of Science. She continued her education at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Click for Full Story Mar 22, 2008
Ninety-eight years ago today, in 1910, fire destroyed what was supposed to have been a fireproof building in Waco that housed Texas Christian University. The school, originally called Add-Ran College, had moved to Waco from Fort Worth in 1895. (KWTX.com, TX)
Event honoring Obamas controversial pastor moved off TCU campus Mar 20, 2008
FORT WORTH -- An event at which presidential candidate Barack Obama s controversial longtime pastor is set to honored will be moved off Texas Christian University s campus for security reasons, the school said Wednesday. The Reverend Jeremiah Wright is to be honored March 29th at the Brite Divinity School s Black Church Summit and Awards Banquet. (KHOU.com, TX)
Political Grapevine Mar 19, 2008
Texas Christian University in Fort Worth is not pleased that Reverend Jeremiah Wright, the fiery Obama pastor, will be honored by the Brite Divinity School located on the TCU campus. But Brite is a separate institution and says it absolutely will give Wright its fourth annual State of the Black Church Award at a dinner March 29. (Fox News)
Divinity school at TCU still plans to honor Obama pastor Mar 18, 2008
But Texas Christian University, the campus where Brite Divinity School is located, issued a statement Monday opposing that decision in light of video that shows Wright delivering racially tinged sermons and him railing against the United States. Wright is to be honored March 29 at the Black Church Summit and Awards Banquet, a $125-per-person banquet at the divinity school. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Ranger Aerospace Appoints Financial Controller Mar 15, 2008
Steve Townes, CEO and founder of Ranger Aerospace, said: "Deborah Barnett is a significant addition to our professional holding-company staff. We expect that she will have a positive impact upon financial planning and controls in our subsidiaries. She will shape and manage our fiscal control processes as Ranger continues the aggressive pursuit of additional acquisitions and internal growth investments." Ms. Barnett graduated magna cum laude from Texas Christian University with a BBA in... (PR Newswire)
BYU to Face TCU Saturday Mar 8, 2008
After Wednesday's championship-clinching, record-breaking win on Senior Night at the Marriott Center, BYU's trip to Texas Christian University on Saturday might seem like nothing more than an epilogue to the 2007-08 chapter. The Mountain West Conference is good and conquered, so what's stopping the Cougars (24-6, 13-2 MWC) from kicking up their feet and taking a load off in their last regular-season game before the festivities in Las Vegas begin. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Bucs Minors Report: John Van Benschoten Mar 6, 2008
Class of '07: Stark didn't need an individual session to be introd 000001D7 uced to Andrew Walker, a catcher out of Texas Christian University, who was the fifth-round selection of the Pirates in last year's Draft. All Stark had to do was step outside of his office at Pirate City and listen to balls banging off the tin roof of the complex situated behind the outfield fences. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Clintons vets vs. Obamas rookies in Tex. Mar 4, 2008
I remember they put out the call right after the Chesapeake primary for volunteers to help set up offices, to paint, bring in furniture, said Adam Schiffer, an assistant professor of political science at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, where the Obama campaign had three campaign offices to Mrs. Clintons one (she recently opened a second). They had set aside two days for the job. (MSNBC -- Politics)
In Texas, Clinton's veterans testing Obama's beginners Mar 3, 2008
"I remember they put out the call right after the Chesapeake primary for volunteers to help set up offices, to paint, bring in furniture," said Adam Schiffer, an assistant professor of political science at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, where the Obama campaign had three campaign offices to Clinton's one (she recently opened a second). "They had set aside two days for the job. Before my students could even volunteer, they sent another message saying they had enough volunteers already,... (International Herald Tribune)
'Corporate women at par with men' Mar 2, 2008
Boardroom women not less experienced'-Intl Business-Business-The Times of India. Boardroom women not less experienced'2 Mar 2008, 1031 hrs IST. (India Times, India)
Engagement: Robertson-Miller 03-02-2008 Mar 2, 2008
Miller is a 1999 graduate of Electra High School and a 2004 graduate of the ranch management program at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth and a 2005 graduate of Texas Tech with a degree in agriculture economics. He is employed as a rancher. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
A Historic Leap Feb 27, 2008
In 1965 James Cash of I.M. Terrell High School signed with Texas Christian University to become the first African-American basketball player in the Southwest Conference. And 40 years ago, with Cash at center, TCU won the SWC title. (Gofrogs.com)
Fun in a box: How to turn pre-fab fun into something special Feb 24, 2008
The popularity of boxed sets for kids isn't surprising in a land that loves its Starbucks and McDonald's and dozens of other predictable experiences, says Texas Christian University sociology professor Keith Whitworth. Buying a boxed set for playing dress up "eliminates the human variables to a degree and provides a comfortable response upon purchase.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
