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Video: The Ken Collums Show #3 – 2012

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The Ken Collums Show airs on Saturdays at 10:30 AM on KTXS-TV in Abilene, Texas. The show is produced by the JMC Network of student media at Abilene Christian University. (Original Air Date September 15, 2012) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmTMwZe1kO8 The Wildcats got hog tied by the Javelinas in a 16-13 home loss. But, a win at Jerryworld ... [Read More…]

The Ken Collums Show #3 – 2012

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The Ken Collums Show airs on Saturdays at 10:30 AM on KTXS-TV in Abilene, Texas. The show is produced by the JMC Network of student media at Abilene Christian University. (Original Air Date September 15, 2012) The Wildcats got hog tied by the Javelinas in a 16-13 home loss. But, a win at Jerryworld might be what the doctor ordered. We preview ... [Read More…]

ACU explodes in second half to rally past Tarleton

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The Wildcat football team answered the bell with their backs against the wall in the second half of the game and beat Tarleton State 34-31 in the house that Jerry built. ACU was able to overcome another slow start and a 10-point halftime deficit with an explosive second half featuring the fancy footwork of wideout Taylor Gabriel. Gabriel finished ... [Read More…]

‘Cats beat Zias, lose to Buffaloes

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The volleyball team played a close match Friday night against West Texas A&M University but ultimately fell short, losing, 3-0 (25-23, 25-23, 25-21) in Canyon. The Wildcats (4-6, 1-1 in the Lone Star Conference) had two late rallies in games one and two however, could not complete a comeback. In game three, the 'Cats let a 10-3 advantage slip ... [Read More…]

Willard drops from Summit

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Dallas Willard, who was originally scheduled as a featured guest, is unable to speak at Summit because of health reasons. Willard, 77, underwent surgery in July that was expected to be minor, but he didn't recover well, said Brady Bryce, director of ministry events. Willard was forced to cancel his fall teaching schedule and is building up his ... [Read More…]

Summit to offer 12 Chapel credits this year

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Summit offers students chance for 12 Chapel credits instead of the usual 10. Summit begins on Sunday night at 7 p.m. "The cap has been 10 credits for the past 3 years, but a late decision was made to increase it to 12 this year," said Mark Lewis, assistant dean for spiritual life and Chapel programs. These extra two credits are added ... [Read More…]

ACU installs black bollards to improve safety

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ACU installed black bollards outside the Campus Center to create a safer environment and community for its students. The goal is to foster a safe outdoor community and to block cars and work trucks that go in and out of the small space. Kelly Young, chief financial advisor said, "We want to turn the area all the way around the campus center into ... [Read More…]

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