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The Optimist Print Edition: 02/21/2010

February 21, 2010 by Optimist Staff

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Siggies, Kinsmen take first Sing Song Cup

February 21, 2010 by Optimist Staff

"Phiwalkers," cupcakes and the British Royal Guard yelled, screamed and cheered as the Sing Song 2010 winners were announced Saturday night. "I feel like everyone was at their top tonight," said Megan Faver Hartline, senior English major from Lufkin. "They just put on a great show." In the women's division, Sigma Theta Chi swept all categories ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase Tagged With: Sing Song, Social Clubs

Recreation Center named for Royce, Pam Money

February 21, 2010 by Colter Hettich

After discussing possibilities and concepts for several years, the university announced Friday construction on the $21 million Student Recreation and Wellness Center will begin Tuesday. The facility is named after President Royce Money and his wife, Pam, and the roar of applause during Friday's Chapel announcement said students approve Dr. ... [Read More…]

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Photos of the Week: 2.14.10

February 21, 2010 by Optimist Staff

Photos from the week of February 14, 2010. ... [Read More…]

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Edwards competition pits East against South

February 21, 2010 by Linda Bailey

Freshmen and sophomore men of Edwards Hall will compete for the title of best class during a nearly campuswide game of Capture the Flag. The evening will begin with a brief explanation of the rules at Edwards at 9 on Monday, said Morgan Davis, junior information technology major from Frisco and resident assistant of Edwards Hall. The teams, ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Sing Song

Students pose questions for president-elect

February 21, 2010 by Sondra Rodriguez

The Board of Trustees and the Presidential Transition Team have assured us through countless e-mails and announcements Dr. Phil Schubert is qualified for the role of president. Students have been told he will bring "energy and enthusiasm" to the role as an "honest, trustworthy, Christ-centered leader; a person of integrity, approachable and ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Phil Schubert

The PGA Tour needs Tiger back-Now

February 21, 2010 by Austin Gwin

Tiger Woods said Friday he was "deeply sorry" for his infidelity. He also announced he did not know if he would return to golf this year. This news is awful not only for Tiger Woods fans around the nation but also the PGA Tour.  Many people watch golf just to see Tiger play. Do I think he should have taken a break? Absolutely not.  I am a ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columnists Tagged With: Golf, Tiger Woods

Tiger needs to straighten his life out

February 21, 2010 by Ryan Cantrell

Tiger Woods issued a statement Friday apologizing for his behavior off the links. Last November the media reported Tiger had allegedly been cheating on his wife with multiple women. Tiger took full responsibility for his actions and apologized to his wife, family, friends and fans. Tiger seemed genuinely sorry for his behavior. He has been in ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columnists Tagged With: Golf, Tiger Woods

Elmer Gray Stadium: A Track and Field Legend

February 21, 2010 by Jeff Craig

In 1976, Mickey Mantle told reporters he got goose bumps when he entered Yankee Stadium. He said he could feel the spirits of Yankee greats past and present walking around him. That legendary ballpark in the Bronx is a baseball museum. For track and field, that museum is Elmer Gray Stadium. Former Olympians, world record holders, world champions ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Sports Tagged With: Track & Field

Sing Song stress overshadows fun

February 21, 2010 by Jeff Craig

No event embodies the ACU spirit more than Sing Song. The props, costumes, acts and hosts add up to create the most elaborate and extravagant event on campus each year. Unfortunately, it seems many aren't enjoying Sing Song as much as they could. First, a disclaimer: I have never done Sing Song. This is probably to my detriment because Sing Song ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns Tagged With: Sing Song

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Class Division:

Overall Award:
1. Mixed
2. Seniors
3. Freshman White

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Women’s Division:

Overall Award:
1. Ko Jo Kai
2. Sigma Theta Chi
3. Tri Kappa Gamma

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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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