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Worm did little to affect network: Registration system helps find, clean infected computers

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By Jonathan Smith, Managing Editor The campus network survived the biggest Internet worm attack ever with only a significant slowdown of the network of two or three hours, said Dr. K.B. Massingill, chief information officer. The worm, known as MyDoom, affects computers running Microsoft Windows operating systems. Once infected, the worm finds all ... [Read More…]

Council aims to diversify clubs: Multicultural panel made up of social, multicultural groups

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By Jonathan Smith, Managing Editor After several social clubs expressed a desire to generate more cultural diversity in club, a multicultural council has been organized to look into the issue. The council, formed last semester, includes members from the International Students Association, Essence of Ebony, Hispanos Unidos, the Students' ... [Read More…]

British metal band rocks old school sound

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By Mitch Holt, Special Contributor A blast from the past has hurled itself into new millennium disc changers. The days of true rock 'n' roll, a.k.a. the '70s and '80s, are being relived in 2004. Articulate lead guitars, falsetto vocals, high-energy chord progressions, and melodic ballads are The Darkness. Their debut album, "Permission to Land," ... [Read More…]

Softball team opens season at home: Wildcats take on Hilltoppers Monday at Wells Field

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By Brian Roe, Sports Writer ACU will open its 2004 season at home against St. Edwards 5 p.m. Monday in a doubleheader. Junior Lacey Beaston, a transfer from Saddleback College in Calif., is expected to start the opening game for the Wildcats. The Wildcats, led by junior infielder Katie Bryant and senior outfielder Michele Gereaux, will look to ... [Read More…]

Bumping gates with cars for entrance damages machinery: Front, back UP gates remain open for long repair process

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By Kyle Peveto, Opinion Editor Gates surrounding the University Park apartments remain wide open night and day because residents and visitors bumping the gate with their cars damaged machinery used to open and operate the gates. Residents, who use a key card to enter, and visitors, who select a name from a list of residents to allow them ... [Read More…]

ACU faces Prater, Buffs on Saturday: Guard averaging 19 points per game

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By Joel Weckerly, Sports Editor The men's basketball team will continue its short Lone Star Conference South Division road trip 8 p.m. Saturday at third-place West Texas A&M. After playing second-place Eastern New Mexico in Portales, N.M., Thursday night, the Wildcats-10-7 overall and 1-1 in the LSC South as of Thursday-take on the Buffaloes in ... [Read More…]

Cats prep for 4-game weekend: No. 6 Cats play at St. Ed’s, St. Mary’s

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By Joel Weckerly, Sports Editor The baseball team opens its 2004 season on the road this weekend with a pair of doubleheaders against St. Edward's and St. Mary's. The No. 6 nationally-ranked Wildcats face St. Edward's Saturday in Austin before meeting St. Mary's Sunday in San Antonio. "The guys are ready to start the season," said ACU coach ... [Read More…]

Xbox, TVs added to recreation center: Bowling alley business expected to pick up

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By Sarah Carlson, Staff Writer During winter break Campus Center officials installed four televisions and four Xbox video game systems in the bowling alley to try to bring in more business. Joel Swedlund, manager of the Campus Center, has made plans to have an open house from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday with free pool, video games and bowling. He is ... [Read More…]

Washington qualifies for indoor championships

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By Steve Holt, Sports Writer Junior Ben Washington qualified automatically for the Division II Indoor National Championships Friday, posting a mark of 51-7 in the triple jump at the Texas Tech All-Comers Meet in Lubbock. Washington, who was the only automatic qualifier for the Wildcats, also qualified for the U.S.A. Indoor National Championships ... [Read More…]

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