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Online poll discloses uneasiness with core

April 17, 2009 by Tanner Anderson

By Tanner Anderson, Page Editor Dr. Brent Reeves, chair of the Faculty Senate sent out an e-mail two weeks ago asking a hypothetical question to ACU's faculty: Would you fund the new curriculum with your retirement? Eighty percent of those who participated in the survey responded with no. The survey sent to faculty members was not meant to ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Cornerstone

VanRheenen’s dedication leaves long-lasting effects

April 17, 2009 by Optimist Editorial Board

Few students know what a Provost is. Any definition given by a faculty member translates as academic jargon that students recognize is important, but that is about it. In student-friendly terms, the Provost oversees all department chairs and is responsible for scholarship programs and student and academic sections at the university. For example, ... [Read More…]

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Campus Activities Board kicks off Beach Bash

April 17, 2009 by Erin Mangold

By Erin Mangold, Student Reporter The Campus Activities Board is kicking off the beginning of summer with a free event where students can take breaks from final projects and papers. The Beach Bash, an event that includes games, food and live music, is Friday from 4-7:30 p.m. in the Mall area in front of Moody Coliseum. At the event, students can ... [Read More…]

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Police Log: 04/17/2009

April 17, 2009 by Optimist Staff

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The Optimist Print Edition: 04/17/2009

April 17, 2009 by Optimist Staff

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Video: Abilene Citizens and ACU Students Protest the Government

April 17, 2009 by Jozie Sands

Big Country citizens come together and protest many governmental propositions on this year's tax day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-VyCzeV_vQ Video/editing by Jozie Sands ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Videos Tagged With: Politics

Video: SHADES Step Squad Prepares Show

April 17, 2009 by Philip Miranda

SHADES step squad prepares for this year's show called "The Office." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76U68oL6DIk Video/editing by Philip Miranda ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Videos Tagged With: Shades

Video: Navajo Nation President Visits ACU

April 17, 2009 by Ruth Ramsey

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Not Their Cup of Policy

April 17, 2009 by Daniel Johnson-Kim

By Daniel Johnson-Kim, Editor in Chief Read Comments There was no harbor and no Native American disguises, but that did not stop more than 1,000 Big Country residents from sponsoring a TEA party protest to voice their opposition to what they call unnecessary spending by the federal government and socialistic policies. The TEA - an acronym for ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Politics

Business faculty explore student opportunities in China

April 17, 2009 by Colter Hettich

By Colter Hettich, Features Editor Three faculty members of the College of Business Administration returned from China after spending 10 days examining internship and career opportunities for students. Dr. Rick Lytle, dean of the College of Business Administration; Dr. Jonathan Stewart, associate professor of finance; and Mike Winegeart, ... [Read More…]

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