Archives for 2009

Apathy hinders progress for SA Congress and students

February 6, 2009 by Optimist Editorial Board

If students vote against a candidate for SA Congress, the person usually winds up representing them anyway. It is easy to become a member of ACU's student government, especially since most of the delegates are appointed to their positions. This situation may be the root to the haphazard and indifferent relationship between Congress and the student ... [Read More…]

Former president’s legacy remains undetermined

February 6, 2009 by Ryan Self

By Ryan Self, Student Reporter George W. Bush may have vacated the White House, but his stamp on America still remains. His legacy, only a month after his departure, is being hotly debated by historians and pundits alike. Although few would consider former President Bush among the likes of Ronald Reagan or FDR, I believe the man deserves some ... [Read More…]

Basketball team faces Cameron Aggies next

February 6, 2009 by Austin Gwin

By Austin Gwin, Sports Writer The Wildcats will go on the road Saturday, looking to win their last non-conference game of the season against the Cameron University Aggies (9-11). After a disappointing loss to Midwestern State a week ago that dropped the Wildcats' record to 8-11 overall, ACU will look to rebound against a non-conference opponent. ... [Read More…]

Seniors talented work on display

February 6, 2009 by Lydia Melby

By Lydia Melby, Arts Editor ACU students have a chance to experience the world of art and expression this Friday at 7 p.m., as eight seniors from the art and design program unveil some of the ideas they have produced during their college career. The exhibit's title, Youer Than You, comes from the Dr. Seuss book Happy Birthday to You! The full ... [Read More…]

Softball team begins with Invitational

February 6, 2009 by Chandler Harris

By Chandler Harris, Assistant Sports Editor The softball team traveled to San Antonio on Thursday for the St. Mary's Invitational tournament. The team played its first of the weekend's five games on Thursday against Rollins University. Results were unavailable by press time. Thursday's game was the Wildcats' first game of the 2009 ... [Read More…]

No Parking Pass Required: Professors trade steering wheels for outdoor rides

February 6, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

By Liz Spano, Student Reporter Read Comments Professors are finding new means of transportation to get to class, and if the trend continues, the faculty parking lots may start to look emptier. By walking, skateboarding and riding bikes and motorcycles, ACU faculty are learning to enjoy the benefits, like exercise, entertainment and less of an ... [Read More…]

STAR students invest $200K of university endowment

February 6, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

By Liz Spano, Student Reporter Despite what the Wall Street Journal said is the stock market's worst January on record, ACU's student-managed investment group, STAR, said it still is ahead of its benchmark. The Student Training and Research Group is a student organization that handles the university's money by buying and selling stocks. It ... [Read More…]

Longtime minister and ACU employee dies at 81

February 6, 2009 by Michael Freeman

By Michael Freeman, Managing Editor Walter Burch, former ACU director of publicity (1951-56), journalism instructor (1952-56), director of development (1958-62) and campaign manager/consultant (1964-67), died in Mission Hills, Calif., on Jan. 29. He was 81. "He was one of the most influential people in my life," said Dr. Charles Marler, professor ... [Read More…]

SA appoints new election co-chair

February 6, 2009 by Kelline Linton

By Kelline Linton, Chief Copy Editor An inexperienced appointee and "fluff" legislation did not stop the Students' Association Congress from approving the co-chair for the Elections Committee and passing one resolution. Congress approved Blake Penfield, senior political science major from San Antonio, as the elections co-chair with a unanimous ... [Read More…]

Cats Clip Cardinals: Wildcats win first game 5-2 in extra innings

February 6, 2009 by Grant Abston

By Grant Abston, Sports Editor Led by shortstop Willie Uechi and junior college transfer Travis Latz, the 11th-ranked Wildcats opened the 2009 season with a 5-2 win in extra innings against Incarnate Word Tuesday afternoon. Relief pitchers Kevin Justice, Cameron Aspaas and Brad Rutherford combined to allow just four hits after starting pitcher ... [Read More…]