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Popular alumni group returns to Abilene for show

September 30, 2009 by Special Contributor

By Joel Dallas My favorite way to judge a live performance is to observe the interaction between the performers and the crowd. The Hunters and Gatherers, a band of ACU alums based out of Austin, brought in a formidable crowd at Abilene's The Hideaway recently. They lived up to their reputation for putting on a rollicking show, charging the air in ... [Read More…]

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The Optimist Print Edition: 09/30/2009

September 30, 2009 by Optimist Staff

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Wildcats bring home doubles title

September 30, 2009 by Tanner Knauth

Jaclyn Walker and Dina Pavlin won the Wilson/ITA South Central doubles championship Sunday at the WU Tennis Center on the Washburn Center University campus. Walker and Pavlin defeated defending regional doubles champions Zuzanna Osinska and Emina Spirtovic 6-2 and 6-1. The pair from Northeastern State University was also the top seed in this ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Tennis

ACU soccer wins four straight matches

September 30, 2009 by Tanner Knauth

The Wildcats have won four straight matches in extra periods; the ACU offense came alive, averaging 2.25 goals per game. After beating Dallas Baptist, ACU beat Texas-Permian Basin 3-2 in double overtime Sept. 22. Three days later, the Wildcats overcame Angelo State 2-1, once again in double overtime. The 'Cats needed only a single overtime to ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Soccer

Unstress day ends Wellness Week with games, live music

September 30, 2009 by Special Contributor

By Liz Spano and Brittany Brand Students will have the opportunity to soak their professors in a dunk tank, jump on inflatable rides or throw themselves against a Velcro wall during "Unstress Day" on Friday, which will wrap up the 2009 Wellness Week. Unstress Day was designed by the Counseling Center to provide fun and engaging activities for ... [Read More…]

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Knox is Chicago’s return guy

September 30, 2009 by Tanner Knauth

Interesting article from Vaughn McClure of the Chicago Tribune about Johnny Knox taking over the return duties from former Wildcat Danieal Manning. Since Manning and pro bowl returner Devin Hester both start on defense and offense respectively, Knox has been given the nod as kickoff returner. So far so good for Knox who has averaged 29.2 yards per ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Ex-Factor Tagged With: Johnny Knox

Outdoor Club climbs, cleans

September 30, 2009 by Kelsi Williamson

The ACU Outdoor Club cleaned up and climbed up during the club's rock climbing trip. Students of all skill levels, 22 in all, joined the Brownwood climbing group, Rock Addiction, as they collected trash before their excursion Saturday. "It was so encouraging to see such a large group all excited about climbing and giving back to an area that we ... [Read More…]

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Students audition for host positions

September 30, 2009 by Special Contributor

By David Soto As Sing Song approaches, the Office of Student Productions begins its search for student hosts and hostesses once again. Five to seven students are chosen from about 60 applicants each year, the majority of whom are women. "The judges' panel is comprised of people from the Sing Song professional staff, ACU's Music Department and ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Sing Song

Recruiting Web site features student stories

September 30, 2009 by Special Contributor

By Casey Oliver The Office of Enrollment Management is opening a new avenue for recruiting high school seniors with its new Web site, Live Up. The innovative and interactive site was designed to work hand-in-hand with the prospective students' page on the ACU Web site. Corey Patterson, director of Enrollment Management, said the goal of the Live ... [Read More…]

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Dayz go by in Downtown Abilene

September 30, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

Local businesses and artists will organize special promotions and activities to attract visitors for Downtown Dayz, a monthly event that will take place Oct. 10. Sponsored by the Abilene Downtown Association, Downtown Dayz was created last year to encourage interest in Abilene's downtown business and cultural scene. "The purpose of Downtown Dayz is ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Class Division:

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The Optimist staff won several awards and competed at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2026 convention in Denton this weekend. Students participated in live contests and submitted work from the past year into the competition.Here are the results.- 1st place: Live print news writing, Ashley Henderson- 1st place: Live print sports writing, Roman Raffaeli- 2nd place: Live tv announcing, Zion Webb- 2nd place: Live news photo, Daniel Curd- 2nd place: Newscast, Optimist Staff- Honorable mention: Documentary (video), Makayla Clayton- 2nd place: Documentary, JMC documentary production class- 3rd place: General news, Callie Leverett- Honorable mention: General column, Zion Webb- Honorable mention: Sports reporting (video), Roman Raffaeli- Honorable mention: Live sports action photo, Daniel Curd- Honorable mention: General news video story, Ashley Henderson- Honorable mention: Photo illustrations (Daniel Curd & Optimist staffStudents also received awards for their work through KACU and ACUTV.- 1st place: In-depth news reporting (audio), Ashley Henderson- 1st place: General news audio story, Baylie Simon- 1st place: Live sports coverage (video), Roman Raffaeli & London Gray- 2nd place: Live sports coverage (video), Josiah Wonnell & Londyn Gray- 3rd place: General news audio story, Ashley Henderson- 2nd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Feature reporting (audio), Baylie Simon- Honorable Mention: Feature reporting (audio), Josiah Wonnell#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #studentmedia #tipa2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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