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UP residents can’t access ACU Wi-Fi

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ACU's Wi-Fi network may seem inescapable to most students on campus, but University Park residents don't share that sentiment. "Internet is available, but you have to use an Ethernet cable," said Nicole Thoreson, freshman graphic design major from Shoreline, Wash. "Itʼs rather frustrating that I am confined to my room and canʼt access the ... [Read More…]

I’m All Lin with the New York Knicks

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Linsanity. The sensation that is sweeping the nation. Listed at a very generous 6'3" 200 pounds, Jeremy Lin, a Taiwanese-American, has caught the basketball world by storm. The New York Knicks, NBA's larger than life franchise, have won seven of their last eight games, and Lin is the reason. The dude can straight up ball. Not mentioned nearly as ... [Read More…]

Wildcats rally past SAU

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Despite rainy weather conditions, the Wildcat baseball team topped No. 21 Southern Arkansas University Friday afternoon at Crutcher Scott Field. ACU was able to break a 3-3 tie in the bottom of the eighth inning on a bloop single by junior Luke Mejia. The win pushes the 'Cats to a six-game winning streak and raises its record to 7-2. The ... [Read More…]

Sing song costumes

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Strong vocal performance and unified choreography are essential in each Sing Song act. However, costume design is just as important to those directing the act. The 14 acts in Sing Song 2012 vary greatly from Egyptians to fireflies, and each group put a lot of effort into their costumes. Spencer Goudeau, senior english major from Colorado Springs, ... [Read More…]

Mosley, ACU sting No. 20 Mustangs

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Peyton Mosley took the reigns of the No. 20 Midwestern State Mustangs and lassoed them in any way she chose, leading the Wildcats to an extra inning 4-3 comeback win Friday in Wichita Falls. The Wildcats (7-1) have now won seven straight following their opening day loss. Mosley overcame a rocky start after surrendering two runs in the first ... [Read More…]

Salon enhances education, environment

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By: Kelly Young Editor's note: This was written in response to the editorial, Emphasize education, not upscale amenities, published in the Feb. 15 edition of the Optimist. You're likely aware from recent reporting by The Optimist and Abilene Reporter-News that we plan to open a new on-campus salon this spring. Research shows this to be a ... [Read More…]

Anabel Reid run for water

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By Nikki Wilson ACU alumn Alex Wann, and students from the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Science are coming together to honor the life of ACU bus accident victim, Anabel Reid. Anabel had a deep love for the Lord, and a fiery passion for making an impact in the lives of those who are in need of clean drinking water and thirst for ... [Read More…]

Sing Song 2012 Winners

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Sing Song 2012 Winners Overall Winners: Men's Division: 1. Gamma Sigma Phi 2. Trojans 3. Galaxy Women's Division: 1. Alpha Kai Omega 2. Sigma Theta Chi 3. Ko Jo Kai Mixed Division: 1. Junior class 2. Freshman class 3. Sophomore class Originality Men's Division: 1. Gamma Sigma Phi 2. Galaxy 3. Trojans Women's Division: 1. Alpha ... [Read More…]

Workshop to support Challenge participants

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A workshop designed to provide support for teams entering the Springboard Ideas Challenge open to all students and community members will take place Friday. The workshop, organized by the Griggs Center for Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy, will take place from 1-5 p.m. in Room 301 of the Mabee Business Building. "This is helpful for those ... [Read More…]

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