Features

Spring 2002

Something about Mary

Just who was Mary Couts Burnett?

Spring 2002

Through the years

Highlights of the Mary Couts Burnett Library

Spring 2002

After the fall

With the events of Sept. 11 a half a year behind us, and the war on terrorism expanding, The TCU Magazine asked nine students to talk about how the most infamous day of their generation has changed their lives.

Spring 2002

The First Amendment: Religion’s safe haven

When 300 clergy gathered for Brite Divinity School’s annual Minister’s Week, religion professor Ron Flowers, a nationally recognized scholar on the separation of church and state, urged the group to protect religion by discouraging “faith-based” government initiatives.

Spring 2002

We don’t shhhhhhh anymore

The outside looks the same. Books still line the shelves and knowledge reigns. But really, this isn’t your father’s library.

Winter 2001

Muddle in the Middle: The “C” in TCU

The question has risen more than once; often in quiet conversation, seldom in public debate. Now, in a time when “Christian” carries myriad connotations, some wonder: What does the “C” in TCU really mean? We decided to ask an expert. Church historian and chancellor emeritus William E. Tucker has a lifetime connection to TCU, including 19 years at the helm. With some prodding, he agreed to share his perspective with the magazine, as did a few others. We think you’ll discover in these answers what we did: You put the “C” in TCU.

Winter 2001

Shedding tears, shedding light

The campus responds to Sept. 11: First we cried. Then we questioned. Then we acted.

Winter 2001

Finding the Middle in Middle East

Political science professor says the heinous act of Sept. 11 must be condemned as well as the political culture that sanctions it. Once healing begins, it is important to go beyond the event and reflect on its broader meanings and ramifications.

Winter 2001

We teach peace

As David Koresh and Timothy McVeigh do not represent good Christians, likewise Osama bin Laden and his group are not good ambassadors of Islam and Muslims.

Winter 2001

Economic forecast

Economics professor says there was going to be a recession anyway — the terrorists just dictated the timing. But he argues that economically, there is more to look forward to than to dread.