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C is for choice
By Monique Bhimani
Journalism freshman
 To
me, the "C" in TCU simply reflects the meaning of a word thought
to evoke such things as morals, ethics, responsibility and all qualities
a well-balanced individual should possess. This is the image the word
has had universally; therefore, the founders probably thought it the best
word to describe an esteemed private university. The modern-day students
and faculty will recognize Christianity as just one of many religions
practiced and openly expressed at this university. Christianity is a word
most Americans can relate to and commonly associate with the average Christian
man or woman as a decent ethical member of society.
The "C"
in TCU should by no means dissuade those of other religious backgrounds
from applying here. In todayÕs world where there is still racial profiling,
as well as the recent prejudices against the Islamic faith and Muslims,
it is important and reassuring to know that at least TCU will not stand
for such discrimination. The freedom to worship (or not worship) as one
pleases is also acknowledged by this university; Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims,
Jews and all others certainly find their place within the TCU community
without fear of prejudice and intolerance.
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