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Scott and Barrow share common stomping ground

November 21, 2009 by Brandon Tripp

Bernard Scott and Lance Barrow are featured on bengals.com. The story is about what effect Barrow had on the air time ACU got after Scott's 96-yard touchdown return against the Steelers. Bernard Scott and Lance Barrow Story ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Ex-Factor Tagged With: Bernard Scott

Video: Veterans day chapel day to remember

November 20, 2009 by Brandon Tripp

A special chapel was held on Veterans Day, honoring those who had served and are currently serving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSCy2thvILQ Video/Editing by Luke Sims ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Chapel, Veteran's Day

Veterans day chapel day to remember

November 20, 2009 by Brandon Tripp

A special chapel was held on Veterans Day, honoring those who had served and are currently serving. Video/Editing by Luke Sims ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Archive, Chapel, Veteran's Day

Applicant surge prompts deadline revisions

November 20, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

ACU is lighting up its "no vacancy" sign as the number of prospective students increases and the university becomes more selective in the admissions process. Prospective students now face fixed application deadlines and higher expectations for admission as a result. This year, students must complete applications by Nov. 1 or Feb. 15 - a change ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Enrollment

Video: Wildcats win second time around

November 20, 2009 by Brandon Tripp

The Wildcats played against Midwestern State in a rematch during the 1st round of Division II playoffs. With the 24-21 win, ACU will be traveling to Northwest Missouri State on November 21 to compete in the second round of playoffs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZrio7z9W_M Video by Jimmie Jackson Video/Editing by Brandon Tripp ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Sports, Videos Tagged With: Football

A Lasting Legacy: Chemistry professor, mentor retires after 50 years

November 20, 2009 by Linda Bailey

Dr. Alvie Davis will retire at the end of the semester after more than 50 years of teaching in the chemistry and biochemistry department. During his time at ACU, Davis, professor emeritus of chemistry, said he has taught almost every class and taught all but one professor in the department. One such professor is Dr. Greg Powell, professor of ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase

Festival to unveil student research

November 20, 2009 by Laura Acuff

"There's a committee for that," could serve as the motto for the second annual undergraduate research festival scheduled for early April. Eight committees for the preparation and execution of the festival were announced this week. Dr. Chris Willerton, dean of the Honors College and professor of English, said lessons learned at last year's festival ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

Beverage offers therapy for body, soul

November 20, 2009 by Lizzy Spano

You can use it for an upset stomach, a headache or a sore throat. It has the potential to alleviate cold, flu, allergies and almost any other unnameable illness. It can wake you up as effectively as it can put you to sleep, or satisfy hunger without any caloric intake. It can prevent a variety of diseases and health problems from heart disease to ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns

Editorial Cartoon 11.20.09

November 20, 2009 by Jordan Blakey

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Filed Under: Editorial Cartoons Tagged With: Ataraxia

Student Life offices relocate to Campus Center

November 20, 2009 by Sondra Rodriguez

After nearly three months of construction, Spiritual Life, Chapel, and Student Leadership and Development are joining the Volunteer and Service-Learning Center and Leadership Camp offices to create the Center for Christian Service and Leadership in the lower level of the McGlothlin Campus Center. Mark Lewis, director of Spiritual Life, said ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

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