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TCU in National Spotlight Ahead of Football Championship

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TCU in National Spotlight Ahead of Football Championship

The TCU Horned Frogs are heading to the College Football Championship. Incoming incoming President Daniel Pullin is excited about the increased visibility the university is getting. He says applications and web traffic are up and prospective students are looking at the school. The increased popularity also helps with the recruitment of outstanding faculty.

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