ACU is set to host the 2014 Texas Regional Festival of Young Preachers March 28-29. The event is open to aspiring preachers from ages 14-28. Those who register will be given the opportunity to listen to seminars, work on their individual talents and be granted a 15-minute time slot to preach a sermon and receive feedback. "The festival is ... [Read More…]
Archives for March 2014
Sexual assault receives nationwide attention
Florida State freshman quarterback Jameis Winston, second freshman to win the Heisman trophy, was part of an on-going investigation of an alleged sexual assault crime dating back to 2012. This young star was accused of engaging in "sexual assault battery" on Dec. 7, 2012, according to ESPN. ESPN said Florida State Attorney Willie Meggs decided ... [Read More…]
The art of Abilene: Museums are alive and well
Every month, downtown Abilene offers an ArtWalk to celebrate culture and the arts. It is an opportunity to experience the cultural heritage of Abilene and also to discover that our city has a surprisingly large art selection. There are several museums across town and numerous opportunities to get involved in through events and classes. The Grace ... [Read More…]
Theatre to prepare show in 24 hours for charity
The ACU theatre department will rehearse and perform a full-length musical within a 24-hour period this weekend as a charitable fundraiser. Rehearsals for the show, of which the title will remain a secret until Saturday, will begin on Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and the show will be performed on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Admission is free but Alpha Psi ... [Read More…]
Cartoon: All of the above
"All of the above" Daily Doodle Dosage by Ben Todd ... [Read More…]
Addressing homelessness requires action
Just like any other city, Abilene has problems. One of the city's problems that can be seen every day is the issue of homelessness. A taboo problem, yes, but important nonetheless. Homelessness affects the person suffering the predicament and others in the community. Two main thoughts have emerged on this issue. As followers of Christ and ... [Read More…]
The vicious cycle: A bike saga
You must be loyal. If you find yourself on campus on this Friday afternoon, your first-Friday-after-returning-from-spring-break afternoon no less, reading the Optimist opinion page (and not just for the tweets), you must be one of our most loyal readers. And if you're a very loyal upperclassman, you may remember (but honestly, there's no way you ... [Read More…]
Confessions of a coffee addict
We've been together for four years. Our relationship has been through thick and thin, but lately we've hit a rough patch from which there is no recovery. It's time for me to break up with my coffee maker. Trust me, it's easier said than done. My coffee maker has always been there supplying me with hot, caffeinated nectar of life and I've ... [Read More…]
Wildcats begin conference play at UIW
The ACU softball team will begin Southland Conference play Saturday and Sunday as they travel to San Antonio to play against the University of the Incarnate Word. The Wildcats are 10-15 going into conference play and are coming off of a four-game winning streak. ACU has spent the last several games on the road and have been competing against ... [Read More…]
Women conclude memorable DI season
With nine new freshmen and the Wildcats making the jump to Div. I, it was a year of rebuilding for the women's basketball team with new members, establishing themselves as a competitive program. Four months and 30 games later, ACU finished 18-12 on the season and 8-6 in the Southland Conference. They competed against 23 Div. I schools and beat ... [Read More…]
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