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BSA to host Black Student Orientation

September 8, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

The Black Students Association will host a Black Student Orientation from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. An email from the Office of Multicultural Affairs said, "The goals of the Black Student Orientation are to facilitate a smooth transition into college life, acclimate students to on and off-campus resources, address the specific needs and ... [Read More…]

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Student Life searches for Chapel leadership

September 5, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

The Office of Student Life is seeking to hire a university chaplain and dean of spiritual formation to replace Dr. Jan Meyer, who left the university at the end of last spring. Chris Riley, vice president of Student Life, said the new position is an expanded one that will include ongoing spiritual formation of the entire campus community. This ... [Read More…]

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Texas Strong: Abilene community helps Hurricane Harvey victims

September 1, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick and Haley Remenar

Hurricane Harvey swept through the Texas coast last weekend, devastating entire cities with a record of almost 50 inches of rain. Students, faculty, staff and the Abilene community are offering help. The Department of Communications and Sciences and Disorders is gathering donations in Don Morris 116 and at the new Center for Speech, Language and ... [Read More…]

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University shuts down Pura Vida

April 7, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

Pura Vida salon on Campus Court across from the university shut its doors for good at the beginning of April, part of a cost-cutting measure announced by the university last month. Steven Holley, vice president and chief business officer, said the cost of running the store did not benefit the school enough for it to remain ... [Read More…]

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A year after fire, Christian Service Center to open new facility

March 29, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

The Christian Service Center will open a new facility next week after a fire that burned down the old building last year. The new facility, located at 3185 N. 10th Street in the old Woodlawn Church of Christ building, will open April 3. A grand opening event will take place April 17, complete with a speech from Mayor Norm Archibald, a reception ... [Read More…]

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Sharky’s remains a competitor to Chipotle

March 2, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

Sharky's Burrito Company has not been affected by the grand opening of Chipotle on Clack Street despite a potential for competition. Eddie Murillo, owner of Sharky's, said the restaurant regulars are still their regulars but he encourages them to try Chipotle because it is the first of its kind to come to town. "To be honest, I'm all for it," ... [Read More…]

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Cost cuts doom Pura Vida for closure

February 24, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

Pura Vida Salon and Spa, across Campus Court from the Administration Building, will close its doors on March 31. The university has decided that the cost of running the store does not benefit the school financially enough for it to remain open, said Steven Holley, vice president and chief business officer. He said the university soon will notify ... [Read More…]

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Zeta Rho sells roses to fundraise club scholarships

February 9, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

Zeta Rho is selling roses and carnations in the Campus Center in time for Valentine’s Day to support the rechartering of their club. Since the club rechartered in 2011, the proceeds of this annual fundraiser have gone towards charity, usually a local charity called the Noah Project. But this year, Zeta Rho decided to take on another service ... [Read More…]

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Emotional Support Animals make campus impact

February 3, 2017 by Adrienne Barrick

Lucy’s job throughout a normal day involves spending time with her owner, going on runs with her roommates and bringing comfort to those around her. Lucy is an Emotional Support Animal, also known as an ESA, for Dani Bates, a sophomore nursing major from Arlington. “When you want to take a break from homework, you can play with her instead of ... [Read More…]

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Capture the Flag tournament cancelled

December 2, 2016 by Adrienne Barrick

The Inter-Social Club Council (ISCC) cancelled the Capture the Flag tournament which was to take place Dec. 2-3. The Weather Channel predicts rain Friday and Saturday and temperatures in the 40s. Alyssa Ellison, student activities coordinator, said the ISCC did not want to risk students becoming injured. She said the council plans to have ... [Read More…]

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