Texas Christian University - Horned Frog Yearbook (Fort Worth, TX)

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This Is College: rientation Welcomes Freshmen by Heather Steinle Orientation was a time for confused and nervous freshman and transfer stu- dents to discover the tricks and trades of being a collegiate at TCU. It was a time to explore the school, ask ques- tions and meet lots of other new stu- dents. Parents were also given informa- tion on everything from how to cope with a homesick child to send-homes. One of the major tasks to be accom- plished during three very busy days was registering. Students were aided by ori- entation counselors in deciding upon what classes to take and figuring out how in the world to schedule them! ID card photos were also taken at this time. Besides filling out forms, attending sessions, and registering for classes, stu- dents had time for some fun. Games, an outdoor dance, tours of Fort Worth and a dinner with a slide show and skit by the orientation counselors were a few of the activities that gave everyone a chance to get better acquainted. Orientation was a great way to start off one's years at TCU. It showed the personal and caring attitude for fresh- men that only a small college such as TCU can give. With a smile on her face, orientation counselor. Jeannie Robb. sr., explains some ofthe policies at TCU. Filling out forms is just one of the many processes involved in registering. Photos by Denise Ho Orientation 7

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Many hours are spent trying to figure out sched- ules. Lasting friendships are formed during summer orientation sessions. Photos by Denise Ho 6 Orientation After the long, grueling process of registration, freshmen get their pictures taken for their TCU ID cards. gs

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Howdy Week '84: Starting ut ith Stampede by Heather Steinle The them of the 1984 Howdy week was Stampede '84, and most appropri- ately too. The week was filled with ac- tivities from Wednesday, August 22 through Wednesday, August 29. The week's agenda consisted of an activities carnival, which allowed students to be- come acquainted with campus organi- zations, a street party and a Rickel al- most all-nighter. Some of the other events that started off the exciting year were the freshmen assembly, give-aways, a white water party, movies, and the long awaited Horned Frog Statue unveiling. The statue was given to the school by the student House of Representatives. Howdy Week is a tradition at TCU that helps students to join campus orga- nizations, meet new people and get in- volved in university life. It is a fun-filled tradition and definitely a super way to start off the year! Fred Allen and friends collect freebies. Freshmen get better acquainted after a long day. Photos by Denise Ho