By Austin Gwin, Sports Writer The Wildcats dropped their third conference game of the season to the Texas A&M-Kingsville Javelinas 78-73 Wednesday night. The loss was ACU's fifth in its last six games, bringing its record to 7-9 overall and 1-2 in conference play. "We didn't finish the first half well, and we were out-rebounded by 10. We did ... [Read More…]
Archives for January 2009
Students run in Dallas marathon during the break
By Brandon Tripp, Sports Writer While many students were working or relaxing during the Christmas holiday, others were running. Fourteen students from ACU took part in the White Rock Marathon in Dallas over the break as part of a course requirement for the marathon class in the Department of Exercise Science and Health. Of the 14 students that ... [Read More…]
Africa’s water situation sparks interest among students
By Laura Acuff, Opinion Editor Lack of access to clean drinking water causes 5 million deaths each year worldwide, according to the Wishing Well Web site at www.wishingwellafrica.com, and some African women spend more than six hours a day walking to water sources, which may be dirty or parasite-infested. With conditions so dire a world away, ... [Read More…]
Student band gives life, energy to dying genre
By Lydia Melby, Arts Editor Are you looking for something fresh and a little different to listen to? Tired of the same old indie-rock metaphysical self-pity that's so popular in live music today? Want to check out a show just to enjoy the music without feeling out of place wearing something besides skinny jeans and a beret? Well, look no further ... [Read More…]
Men set Div. II mark in 4×400
By Chandler Harris, Assistant Sports Editor The men's and women's track and field teams traveled to Lubbock last weekend for the Wes Kittley Invitational indoor track meet. Overall, the teams earned three automatic qualifying berths for the NCAA Division II meet in March and had 12 provisional qualifying performances. The teams competed against ... [Read More…]
Senior art show debuts with more crowds, artists
By Liz Spano, Arts Editor Nine senior art students organized an art show Friday, titled "Luminescence," featuring artwork from their college career, including projects by interior design, graphic, architecture, studio art and art education majors. The exhibit, which still is on display in the Shore Art Gallery, is one of many that will be ... [Read More…]
Every man’s best friend
By Michael Freeman, Managing Editor When ACU business students turn to page 315 in their Organizational Behavior textbooks, they may recognize someone. That someone teaches students about the concepts of learning and conditioning, works with a young boy who has a rare disability and always wears a dull gold coat of fur. Hali, a yellow Labrador ... [Read More…]
SA passes new amendment
By Kelline Linton, Chief Copy Editor Members of the Students' Association Congress began the semester by closing their meeting to the public so they could discuss and vote on an elections amendment to the By-Laws. This amendment, which passed 34-1-1, will keep the Elections Committee accountable to Congress. For an executive officers election, ... [Read More…]
Play Faire Park will remain open despite financial troubles
By Kelline Linton, Chief Copy Editor Although Play Faire Park is closed for the season, it will again open its gates beginning March 6, just in time for Spring Break. Play Faire, which has been operating since 1947, is one of the oldest miniature golf courses in Texas. With its concrete rails, slow turning Ferris wheel and antique wagon wheel, ... [Read More…]
Former ACU players sign with Ruff Riders
By Grant Abston, Sports Editor Six former ACU football players will get a chance to continue their career next season after the Katy Ruff Riders relocated, bringing the Indoor Football League to Abilene. Greg Yeldell (DB), Regis Andrez (OL/DL), Chris Morris (WR), Brandon Henry (DB), Greg Crear (DB) and Matt Raesner (OL) will join the 30-player ... [Read More…]
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