Morgan Hallmark, senior art major from Garland, worked mostly in 2D mediums until she signed up for her first sculpture class because her boyfriend was in the class. One year later, she has fallen in love with working with the third dimension and is winning regional awards for her work. The art department at the public high school Hallmark ... [Read More…]
Archives for November 2011
Residence hall, jobs cut in new budget plan
Dr. Phil Schubert spelled out details of a $9.6 million university-wide budget realignment plan Thursday in a meeting with staff and faculty. Schubert, president of the university, showed the different areas of the university from which the money will be either cut or generated. Job eliminations and reductions will save the university $2.7 ... [Read More…]
Meyer: Offer daily Chapel respect
It must have happened when I wasn't looking. Surely I would have noticed-But I didn't-until Friday. When did America earn the right to garner more respect than the God of the Universe? I was overcome with respect and gratitude this past Friday as together the ACU community and many visitors honored each branch of the military and the service ... [Read More…]
Austin: Paterno’s inaction caused irreparable harm
In response to the recent article in the Optimist about the firing of Joe Paterno I would like to present my reasoning for his firing being justified. I love JoePa as much as the next sports fanatic and I feel like he is my grandpa without ever meeting him. He's built a great legacy on wins, morals and pride. Gwin in his article refers to Paterno ... [Read More…]
Digital texts assist, hinder education
Digital textbooks are no longer a futurist's dream. Publishers are beginning to release books in a digital form. Students are more comfortable in a digital setting. And the devices are cost effective and user friendly. As with any new technology, some benefits are obvious. Digital textbooks open opportunities for collaboration, allow for ... [Read More…]
Varner to depart provost postition early
Dr. Jeanine Varner will step down as provost before the end of December and will join the Department of English full-time next semester. Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, told faculty and staff in email Thursday he had decided to speed up Varner's transition out of the post. She told faculty and staff two weeks ago her original plan ... [Read More…]
Blockbuster video games face a challenge to stay relevant
Two eagerly anticipated video games were released last week: Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. EA's Battlefield 3 came out just weeks before. These games' release dates have been etched into many gamers' calendars, and their release has been watched by numerous media sources. They each sold millions of copies within ... [Read More…]
Team prepares for UTPB Classic
This weekend, the ACU men's basketball team will head to Odessa to take on UT Permian Basin and A&M International in the UTPB classic. The Wildcats are looking to build on their impressive 2-0 start when they play their first two road games of the year. Friday night, the Wildcats take on the UTPB Falcons in the first of two November matchups ... [Read More…]
Laundry
"Oh Dear, Christian College" - by Ben Miller Laundry November 18, 2011 Go to the "Oh Dear, Christian College" Gallery ... [Read More…]
Team: Fan support spurs victory
ACU Men's Basketball wants to give a special thank you to the ACU students, staff and Wildcat basketball fans who came out to watch the Men's basketball team last Friday and Saturday during our opening weekend. We were very fortunate to get out to a fantastic start of the 2011 - 2012 season producing a 2 - 0 record largely because of your ... [Read More…]
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