Winter 2021
1971: A Timeline
A look back at what was going on at TCU and around the world in 1971.
Mem’ries Sweet
Winter 2021
How TCU Won a Phi Beta Kappa Chapter
For 50 years, the honor society has signified academic excellence at the university.
Winter 2021
Jefferson Airplane Concert Pushed the 1970 Limits of TCU
The band rocked on campus and caused a stir. But maybe that was the point.
Summer 2021
Legacies of Sid W. Richardson and Annie Richardson Bass Live on with TCU Buildings
The Texas siblings were close and it seems fitting their buildings are, too.
Spring 2021
TCU, Jarvis Christian Student Swap Broadened Perspectives
Students from Jarvis Christian College, a historically Black college, spent a week at TCU in 1968.
Spring 2020
What do you remember about your TCU graduation ceremony?
Readers remember the pomp and circumstance, family involvement and special celebrations surrounding commencement.
Winter 2020
The Story Behind an Iconic Brick Color
One of TCU’s signature styles is steeped in history, business and branding.
Summer 2019
History of the Provost
What’s in a title?
Summer 2019
Black Alumni Alliance Celebrates Community
The affinity group provides a greater sense of belonging at TCU.
Winter 2019
TCU Sweetheart Connections
Readers answer: Did you meet your significant other here? If so, how?
Mem’ries from the Comrades True Blog
Dead on
In 1971, TCU was the place where the Grateful Dead cemented their reputation as a touring band.
Recollections: Alumni Reflect on Historical Moments
The 1948 presidential election when Truman beat Dewey — we stayed up all night listening to the results. Richard Collier ’51 During the student body train trip in 1957 to Little Rock for the TCU-Arkansas football game, armed troops were visible all over Little Rock — scary! President Eisenhower had sent federal troops to enforce
The History of AddRan College: A Timeline
Les Miles and Kansas: How the Frogs Can Fight
TCU-Kansas gridiron meetups have a storied past, but what happens when Les Miles joins the party?
What is your favorite mascot memory?
My favorite memory is not SuperFrog, but Addie the Frog (when I was Addie). In 1976, we had an afternoon home game with snow on the ground. We didn’t win a single game that season, and the student section was largely empty. My frog suit included a large flat-topped papier-mâché head. The game was so
TCU’s Kelly Center a place for pride
There are no stains on the carpet. The windows are sparkling clean. No cobwebs in the light fixtures. Indeed, the building is brand new. However, upon entering the front doors, you are struck with an overwhelming sense of tradition and history: the 1890 home of TCU co-founder Randolph Clark; a black-and-white print of the 1910
