When most students think of opera they likely conjure images of a phantom in a mask or of a large woman wearing a horned helmet while belting out songs at decibel levels too high for the human ear to hear. These stereotypes, while not undeserved, often prevent students from experiencing the artistic magnificence of the operatic tradition. ACU ... [Read More…]
The art of the Netflix binge
Last week, I had a research paper due. It was the culmination of a semester's worth of work and while I had done a lot of preparation, the project seemed endless. I had three days to produce a brilliant, scholarly work of art. I needed to descend into the dungeons of the library, listen to dull elevator music and immerse myself in the minutia of ... [Read More…]
Hitting a high note: ACU opera performs free show
The ACU Opera team hopes to introduce ACU students to the genre with "Susannah," an Apocryphal story, this week. Jarrett Ward, senior vocal performance major from Houston and member of the marketing team for "Susannah", said students should have more appreciation for opera music. "The music of opera makes you think, and often makes the ... [Read More…]
The truth about Taco Bell’s new breakfast menu
Taco Bell officially released its new breakfast menu last week after several years of testing. After noticing the success of competitors with breakfast menus, Taco Bell began experimenting with one of its own and found success with several unique items. Taco Bell is known for its cheap, filling take on Mexican food. They have built a reputation on ... [Read More…]
Busyness does not equal happiness
When I walk across campus and ask people how they are, the overwhelming answer is a sigh followed by one word - busy. We're college students. We have to be constantly busy, otherwise we're not doing something right. We fill our days and our lives with intramurals, clubs, jobs and homework. We take pride in not getting enough sleep and not being ... [Read More…]
Beauty and the blog: Student writes for 99dresses fashion blog
The questionable attire of female students at ACU (the morality of wearing leggings as pants is a hotly debated topic on campus) has never been an issue for Lexi French, a junior English major from Palestine. French is passionate about fashion and blogs for 99dresses, an up-and-coming fashion app. French first experimented with fashion in high ... [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…]
Breaking up with spring break
There is nothing more painful to a first world college student than waking up on the Monday morning after spring break. Months spent in anticipation of a glorious week devoid of all adult responsibilities come crashing down in a sea of research papers, applications and ridiculously long to-do lists. Recovering from spring break requires intense ... [Read More…]
Mexican standoff: A guide to Mexican cuisine in Abilene
One of the best parts about Texas cuisine is the availability of a wide variety of Mexican food. Whether it's cheap, American or authentic, Abilene has something to offer for Mexican food lovers of all kinds. However, this variety can be overwhelming and make it difficult to find the exact type of Mexican food you're craving. In this issue, we ... [Read More…]
Lea Michele’s ‘Louder’ fails to make noise
Glee's signature diva Lea Michele released her first solo album, "Louder", this week marking the beginning of her attempt to transfer from the Broadway and TV worlds into a career as a solo artist. Michele grew up on Broadway and is known for her effortless high notes and emotional performances. "Louder" attempts to balance this persona with a ... [Read More…]
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