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All students voluntarily commit to attend Chapel when enrolling at ACU

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While I don't intend to answer every letter that objects to the Chapel policy, I do think Dave Roland's letter raises interesting questions that deserve a response. Mr. Roland correctly points out that Chapel is a spiritual discipline and spiritual disciplines are entered into voluntarily. That is absolutely right by my understanding. What he ... [Read More…]

Column Like I See ‘Em: What should change about Chapel? The Heart

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By Steve Holt, Opinion Editor Many ACU students have the wrong perspective about Chapel and the new policies regarding absences. The student handbook describes Chapel as a "valuable spiritual discipline." And it is. It is truly remarkable to witness over half the university's population coming together in worship (if one so desires). At the most ... [Read More…]

ACU flies by two of top three teams in region at Stampede

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By Steve Holt, Opinion Editor Led by senior Angie Waters and sophomore Cassie Chaffin, the ACU women's cross country team placed third out of ten teams at the Missouri Southern Stampede in Joplin, Mo., with 133 team points. Waters was the top Wildcat runner, finishing 11th in 23:31.50 over the six-kilometer course. Her time was a personal best ... [Read More…]

Money warns of economic challenges during annual address

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By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief The university endowment has fallen another 13 percent since May 31, university President Royce Money announced at his second annual state of the university address Monday. The revelation came as Money told faculty and staff about how the university had fared in the past year and how he expected it to do in the ... [Read More…]

COBA enrolls fewer majors: 8 percent drop halts 11 years of growth; CBS gains slightly

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By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief Official 12th-day enrollment statistics show the College of Business Administration with a surprisingly drastic slide of 68 students, an 8 percent drop. The College of Arts and Sciences also saw its enrollment fall, but by just 19 students. Only the College of Biblical Studies enrolled more students than last ... [Read More…]

Cullen the place to be for flicks, fun

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Weck's World There are so many great ways to watch a movie today: the sit-down theater, the drive-in theater, the house, the dorm room- even the laptop! But nothing quite compares to taking in a flick at Cullen Auditorium. Call me crazy, but last Friday's showing of The Rookie reminded me that I'll take one of these CAT-sponsored events over the ... [Read More…]

Wildcats face No. 7 Tarleton State

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By Joel Weckerly, Sports Editor The ACU football team lost its first two games to nationally-ranked teams, face another Top 25 team this weekend and still have one more to go on the season. All that and they still have great attitudes. "One of the really positive things about this year's team is our attitude," Coach Gary Gaines said. "We've been ... [Read More…]

Money prepares faculty address: ‘State of the university’ speech an annual event

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By Kyle Peveto, Staff Writer A state of the university address will be given Monday to faculty and staff by Dr. Royce Money, university president. The speech will address issues pertinent to the "short term vision" of the university, said Jim Holmans, executive assistant to the president. Although all the topics to be addressed are not yet ... [Read More…]

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