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

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.N-it ff! S. , W, -egg 3 E TCUs last All-American Football Player, Bob Lilly, is congratulated as Chancellor Tucker presents him with the 1984 Honorary Alumnus plaque. Several generations gather to participate in Parents Weekend activities. The TCU Jazz Band performs a catchy number in the Student Center lounge 10 start off Parents Weekend on a happy note. Proud parents pose with their son: the joyous occasion rellected on their faces. of a weekend X . ' .X xNX f 'XXV' . 1 . fXX'H.. 5 A Nxhwrl f' X I ' Wi-,n1llm', lyk ,- la K 'N they'll remember for a long time to come. Photos by Molly Eckert and Laura Irwin Parents Weekend 15

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Parents Throng To TCU: amil athertngs Successful by Amy Tucker The 1984 Parent's Weekend at Texas Christian University was a huge suc- cess, despite the rainy weather, thanks to careful planning by Chairman, Keri Dublin, and advisor, Carol Ann Lane. The busy weekend opened with a concert in the Student Center as the TCU Jazz Band, directed by Curt Wil- son, serenaded the audience from noon until 1:00 pm. Following the concert, parents visited the Welcome Booth where they signed the guest register and picked up buttons and bumper stickers. Friday evening was topped-off by a Tal- ent Show MC'd by Todd Weiler. First prize of S100 went to David Cole for his juggling performance, Gina Lynch claimed second prize of S50 for her vo- cal rendition of American Trilogy, and the S25 third prize went to Kevin Malloy for singing his version of Mr, Cellophanef' Saturday morning, October 13, dawned rainy and cold, moving the Opening Session and Chancellor's Re- ception into the Student Center Ball- room. Here, the parents enjoyed a warm welcome from TCU faculty and administrators. Sara Smith fPresident of the Student Bodyl spoke about why students were excited to have their par- ents there that weekend. Welcome greetings were also given by Libby Proffer fDean of Studentsj, Chancellor William E. Tucker, and Coach Wacker expressed the importance of parental support, concluding with, Horned Frogs like rain better than OWLS! From 11:00 am until 11:45, the Alumni Association sponsored four Mini-Lectures for the TCU parents. The Residence Halls had Open Houses and Luncheons from noon until 4:00 pm, with Coach Wacker on hand to meet the families at the Milton Daniel Residence Hall. The picnic dinner by Frog Fountain was rained out and substituted by din- ner in the main cafeteria, followed by entertainment in the Student Center lounge by the a cappella jazz group 14 Parents Weekend Frog Fever robs the cradle as Future Frog shows Smiles are prevalent during Parents' Weekend as his Purple Pride. families reunite after several weeks apart. Spatz . The 7:30 kick-off led to a 45-24 vic- tory for the Horned Frogs over the Rice Owls. Coach Wacker later stated, It was a good win. With the moms and dads here supporting the students and players, it was fun for all of us! The game left everyone in high spirits for the gala event of the evening, The American Bandstand Dance. Parents, students, and faculty danced up a storm to music of the 50's and 60's, performed by the Party Crashers from Arling- ton. Said Freshman Edgar Landwehr, We had a good time. The look of the 80's gave a new twist to the music of the 50's! Parent's Weekend wrapped up Sun- day morning at 10:00 with a brunch sponsored by the International Student Association and Department of Inter- national Affairs. This provided an op- portunity for parents to learn about the International program at TCU and meet and talk with International stu- dents. Parent's Weekend was an eventful opportunity for parents to share part of their childrenis experiences at TCU. Not even Mother Nature could dam- pen the spirits of our parents' Purple Pride.

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Convocation '84 ff o A Good Start By Nancy Schmuhl At Texas Christian University the traditional opening of the school year occurred on the day of Convocation. Each year the university selects a spe- cial person to deliver the Convocation address. This year Chancellor William E. Tucker gave the opening speech. Chancellor Tucker was very enthusias- tic about the new year and stressed that it should be started with a positive atti- tude. He felt that we would have a win- ning school and so far T.C.U. has not disappointed him with our best football season in years. The 1984-1985 school year has indeed been proud and promis- ing. Chancellor Tucker delivers the Opening address. Dr. Emmett G. Smith receives the award for distinguished teaching from Chancellor Tucker. 16 Convocation