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Students parade ACU’s ‘Dynasty’

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This year's theme for the Homecoming Parade is "Wildcat Dynasty." Despite the forecasted cold weather, the parade will begin Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. near the intersection of Judge Ely Blvd. and EN 16th, eventually making its way down Campus Court. Other Homecoming events on Friday evening have been moved or postponed due to a predicted cold ... [Read More…]

GSP on probation for two semesters

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Gamma Sigma Phi will be on probation for the next two semesters related to policy violations that took place last spring. Mark Jackson, associate director of student organizations and programs, confirmed the club began the fall semester on probational status. Jackson would not disclose the infraction or specify the club's consequences, but said ... [Read More…]

Gutenberg JMC dinner honors alumni

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Students, faculty and alumni from the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication celebrated the 21st annual Gutenberg Celebration Thursday night in the Hunter Welcome Center. Three alumni received the department's Gutenberg award. Gary G. Hamilton ('04), Elvin Ong ('95) and Kate Vein ('99) were recognized for distinguished professional ... [Read More…]

Chemistry Club fires up Circus

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The Chemistry Club and the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry will conduct their 27th annual Chemistry Circus Friday, giving the Abilene community and campus visitors an opportunity to see a fun side of chemistry as part of the university's Homecoming festivities. Daniel Weido, senior biology and pre-med major from Spring and president of ... [Read More…]

Instrumental music should be allowed

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In part one of this two-part editorial, the Editorial Board discusses why instrumental worship should be implemented in Chapel. Click here to read the opposing argument. It's hard to believe allowing instrumental music in Chapel is still even a debate on ACU's campus when it seems clear that change is needed. As of this year, more than half of the ... [Read More…]

The ACU experience brought personal growth

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When I came to ACU I did not know a single person. Now, two years later, this school has become the cornerstone of my community and the strongest push for my personal growth. This is a place where learning happens. I have been challenged to think critically and imaginatively, to dream big but have a concrete plan for achieving those dreams. My ... [Read More…]

Golf finishes strong at Oklahoma

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The ACU golf team finished its fall season Tuesday night with a strong performance at The Territory Classic in Duncan, Okla. The Wildcats tied with host Cameron University for fourth place in the tournament, battling rainy conditions and tough competition at the par-72, 7,000-yard Territory Country Club. St. Edward's University took first place ... [Read More…]

Two former players pass away, leave legacy

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ACU sports lost two of its most important figures in ACU baseball history last week. Wes Bishop, who played for ACU in the '70s, died on Oct. 5 at his home in Sweetwater. Al Scott, who played in the '60s, passed away the following day at his home in Abilene. The two played for ACU at separate times, but both had profound impacts on bringing ... [Read More…]

Come and hear the people sing ‘Les Misérables’

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For this year's Homecoming musical, ACU's Theatre department offers their own take on the global phenomenon, "Les Misérables". This musical has been moving audiences for over 30 years with its story of redemption, forgiveness and justice. ACU jumped on the chance to perform it as soon as the rights became available. Anchored by vocal powerhouses ... [Read More…]

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