Football players, fraternity members among 17 arrested in TCU drug bust

[ebdelt]

This is not a problem exclusive to TCU. TCU's drug scene is not that big when compared to other schools. In my 4 years, I've only encountered marijuana and study drugs...never even seen cocaine, LSD, or ecstasy. I know there are students who partake obviously, but most students never even touch these drugs.

Our administration responded to complaints from other students and parents and launched the investigation with the Fort Worth police. The bust was being planned for 6 months apparently. I'm proud that our administration and athletic department were courageous in taking action to address a serious problem. Many other schools might have turned a blind eye and let the situation go unnoticed. The university and football program will learn, move on, and grow stronger.

And FYI, one sorority also had a member involved who was arrested and expelled.

[arrowlady]

Originally Posted by ebdelt

This is not a problem exclusive to TCU. TCU's drug scene is not that big when compared to other schools. In my 4 years, I've only encountered marijuana and study drugs...never even seen cocaine, LSD, or ecstasy. I know there are students who partake obviously, but most students never even touch these drugs.

Our administration responded to complaints from other students and parents and launched the investigation with the Fort Worth police. The bust was being planned for 6 months apparently. I'm proud that our administration and athletic department were courageous in taking action to address a serious problem. Many other schools might have turned a blind eye and let the situation go unnoticed. The university and football program will learn, move on, and grow stronger.

And FYI, one sorority also had a member involved who was arrested and expelled.

I think that TCU officials did a very good job in responding to complaints and working with Fort Worth Police Department.
What was a little surprising to me is that early reports stated they were acting independently and it was not a ring. I think as this students start to answer questions there could be some additional arrest.
TCU has a good reputation and I am happy to see they are trying very hard to keep it that way!