In this issue: Winter 2018
Features
Physicians Find Value in Leadership Programs
Do business and leadership belong in medical school?
Features
MBA Program Advances the Business of Health Care
The degree is intended for today’s leaders in a new health care environment.
Campus News: Alma Matters
TCU Takes the Lead on Enhancing Health Care
Can leadership be taught? We think it can.
Features, Research + Discovery
China and Russia’s Relationship: A Q&A and Timeline
Carrie Liu Currier and Kiril Tochkov discuss trust, differences and rivalry between the two superpowers.
Alumni
Artist Builds Flower Business
Alicia Price Rico ’04 pushes boundaries and finds fame through Bows and Arrows Flowers.
Alumni
Fayneese Miller is a Leader
The alumna and president of Hamline University emphasizes action over good intentions and owning up to whatever results may come.
Alumni
Electric Sportboats are the Future
After a life in tech and world travel, Scott Ruck ’82 is floating the idea of a cleaner day on the water.
Features
Warrior for Peace
Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee mobilized women to demand an end to Liberia’s second civil war.
Campus News: Alma Matters
Faculty Discuss Recipe for a Good Leader
Global thinking to intentional servitude – eight faculty talk about leadership.
Alumni
Networking Tips and Being a Good Listener
To be a leader, you have to ramp up your listening skills.
Campus News: Alma Matters, Research + Discovery
Rhiannon Mayne Collects Meteorites
TCU’s resident meteorite expert explores clues about Earth’s beginnings.
Research + Discovery
Practice Mindfulness for Less Stress and Better Sleep
Students and faculty go with the flow of meditation and mindfulness.
Campus News: Alma Matters
Object Lesson: TCU’s Mace
The symbol of strength includes elements of brass, bronze, amethystine quartz and salvaged wood.
Campus News: Alma Matters
Show Your Syllabus: Global Sports Media
From fantasy sports to corporate sponsorships of teams and events, students study the interplay between enterprise and athletics.
Campus News: Alma Matters
On Stage: Latin American Music Festival
The 11th biennial Latin American Music Festival in October 2017 featured guest musicians performing alongside TCU students and faculty.
Campus News: Alma Matters
By the Numbers: The John V. Roach Honors College
A look into all things Honors, including average GPA and the honors pledge.
Research + Discovery
Understanding Literacy in Kids with Cochlear Implants
Even with hearing corrected, children may lag behind in language or reading comprehension.
Sports: Riff Ram
First Person with … Emmy Martin
The record-setting golfer talks about her nickname and celebrity encounters, including one with the current president of the U.S.