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Religious schools fight Obamacare

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After Obamacare required employers to cover contraception and some abortifacients in their health plans, religiously affiliated universities cried foul against this mandate and claimed the mandate violates religious freedom, said Dr. Allison Garrett, executive vice president of ACU. As part of Obamacare, the U.S. Depart of Health and Human ... [Read More…]

One-time campus visitor burns at State Fair

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The looming mascot of the State Fair of Texas caught ablaze on Friday in Dallas, destroying most of Big Tex, the fair's icon. The incident occurred 57 years after he left the campus of Abilene Christian College. In the fall of 1955, Gene Coleman ('58) and a few of his friends were looking to make their newly chartered social club, Galaxy, ... [Read More…]

Decision not final on demise of The Den

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After serving six years as the java wellspring for weary students, The Den coffee shop in Barret Hall is rumored to be closing its doors. But Anthony Williams, chief business services officer, said The Den will stay - for now. "No concrete decisions have been made," he said. "We are constantly discussing our dining program and trying to evaluate ... [Read More…]

Endorsement: Obama for a second term

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This endorsement is the collective opinion of the Optimist Editorial Board and should not be taken as the views of the the university. The endorsement was published on Wednesday, Oct. 24 along side guest columns from the presidents of both College Republicans and College Democrats. Politics and elections can be overwhelming for everyone, ... [Read More…]

Student recovering from West Nile

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After about a month of recovery, Evan Webb, junior business management major from Houston, is nearly back to normal despite having contracted West Nile Virus. Webb first saw symptoms of the virus as he was driving back from San Antonio on Sep. 23. "I felt my vision close in," said Webb, "and all of a sudden I had no idea what was happening. So I ... [Read More…]

OME pushing for diversity

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The Office of Multicultural Enrichment has been making efforts to increase diversity around campus, while also pushing for a higher rate of retention among minority students. Byron Martin, director of multicultural enrichment and support, said OME pushes for a higher rate of retention to increase the feeling of having a diverse culture on the ACU ... [Read More…]

Weekend Campaigns plan three trips

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Weekend Campaigns have scheduled three trips to help students connect with their community. The trips include a trip to work with CitySquare, a multi-faceted, non-profit organization in Dallas on Oct. 25-27. Another trip is planned for Nov. 16-18 for a drive-in Thanksgiving dinner in Oklahoma City. The final Campaign of the semester is scheduled ... [Read More…]

Students getting involved with Vision School

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Abilene students are given the opportunity to get involved with mission work through Vision School, a program aimed at bringing God's word to the nations. Sponsored by InterCP, a Korean-based mission organization, the Vision School in Abilene is one of 29 similar programs across the United States.  The program's purpose is to capture students' ... [Read More…]

Ag Department conducting dance lessons

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The Agricultural and Environmental Science club is teaching dance classes on Saturdays and Mondays at 7:30 p.m. The goal of the lessons is to generate interest in the barn dance put on by the Ag club in November. The entire ACU campus is invited to participate in this fundraiser for the Ag club. Kathleen Henderson, vice president of the Ag club is ... [Read More…]

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