Abilene voters rejected a $25 million bond proposal that would have allowed for the construction of a career tech high school in the Abilene Independent School District. Randy Pool, assistant treasurer for the political action committee that pushed for the bond, said Abilene rejected almost the same proposal last year, only it was one of four ... [Read More…]
Archives for 2009
Smith-Adams suffers power outage
A short in an underground cable left residents of Smith-Adams Hall without electricity for more than 12 hours Tuesday. Temporary repairs restored power to the building at about 6:30 p.m., said John Delony, director of Residence Life. Physical Resources and AEP electricians replaced damaged cables and cut power for one hour Wednesday to make the new ... [Read More…]
Bikers race at Buck Creek
Professional and beginner bike riders from across the state converged on Abilene this weekend for the Buck Creek Bent Wheel Bash, an annual off-road bicycle race for all ages and skill levels. Competitors in Sunday's race, sponsored by the local cycling shop, Bike Town, pedaled around a 12-mile single-track circuit course at Buck Creek Trails, ... [Read More…]
Honors Chapel to acknowledge Fall graduates
Graduating Honors students will be recognized for their accomplishments in the Honors Program at an awards Chapel on Tuesday. Students and faculty will meet in the Chapel on the Hill during the regularly scheduled Chapel time for the presentation to December graduates. Stephanie Smith, adviser for the Honors Program, said the Chapel event is ... [Read More…]
Free concert raises funds for Afghanistan well
By Adrianna Castaneda ACU students have come together to organize a free concert for students while raising awareness for the Wishing Well organization. Wishing Well is a nonprofit organization led by students that provides wells for people around the world. The wells are sources of water for people who live in harsh conditions that make it ... [Read More…]
Stats class pilots program implementing math app
Before the iPhone, students were often reprimanded for using cell phones during class. Now, professors require students to use iPhone applications designed specifically for the course. Jessica Nguyen, research officer and adjunct professor in the Department of Psychology, is doing just that as she pilots the new application, Statistics, in her ... [Read More…]
Winning required
"I love winning - it's like, you know, better than losing," says pitcher Ebby Calvin "Nuke" LaLoosh in the baseball film, Bull Durham. Truer words have never been spoken; winning is definitely better than losing. But the blessing of winning is also a curse. You see, wins are like crisp $100 bills - the more you have, the more you want. Coach Chris ... [Read More…]
Wildcat fans show their true colors at ACU football games
The level of school spirit at football games varies from student to student. Some like to watch and observe quietly, while others believe it to be their duty to be the loudest fan in the crowd. However, the general consensus seems to be when it comes to purple and white spirit, you can't get enough. From the season-opening national telecast to last ... [Read More…]
Playoffs at stake when Wildcats meet Mustangs
The fate of the Wildcats' season comes down to one final game in Wichita Falls on Saturday. The Wildcats will take on the Midwestern State Mustangs, and they need a win to lock up a playoff spot. ACU moved up to fourth in the region after a big win against Texas A&M-Kingsville last week, 47-35. The Mustangs dropped three spots in the regional ... [Read More…]
Wildcats to host NCAA regional cross-country meet
The cross-country team will attempt another step toward a national title at the NCAA II South Central Regional meet at 10 a.m. Saturday in Abilene. With a 19th consecutive conference title under their belt already, the Wildcats' next hurdle on the path to the 2009 National Championship is the regional race. Coach Sam Burroughs' squad put forth a ... [Read More…]
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