In the New Testament, Christians are not seen celebrating Christmas. There is the birth of Jesus, but his birth is not marked as a day of celebration for Christians in the Bible. The Church of Christ strives to imitate the New Testament as closely as possible. For some members, this means not celebrating Christmas at all. For others, this means ... [Read More…]
My journey to understanding, overcoming anxiety
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 4.4% of the global population experiences an anxiety disorder. However, only around one in four people seek treatment, in part because of a lack of awareness that anxiety is a treatable health condition. I began feeling anxious around the third grade, but didn’t identify the feeling ... [Read More…]
Fraternities, sororities begin the rushing process
Greek Life began its first round of open rushes this week, starting on Wednesday. The open rush rounds give students the opportunity to interact with various clubs and get a feel for where they belong. Some rush events are more activity-based, while others are about asking questions and interacting with as many people as possible. Greek ... [Read More…]
Omicron Xi Chi probates honor tradition, legacy
Omicron Xi Chi inducted three new members into their sorority during its probate last Tuesday night. This probate class is called “The Essence” and initiated the sixth class of OXC. OXC’s mission is to enhance the ACU experience for black women while maintaining and welcoming inclusion for all women. Jacqueline Garcia Torres, senior ... [Read More…]
Playing by different rules: Male student-athletes aren’t held accountable for their actions
Female athletes are held to higher behavioral standards compared to their male counterparts. The NCAA does not automatically ban athletes from competing while being charged with a crime. Schools and individual programs make their own decisions regarding suspensions. Male student-athletes who commit crimes receive more grace and protection than ... [Read More…]
Halloween is not demonic, our culture is
It is a common belief among Christians that Halloween should not be celebrated due to its association with evil spirits and potential to encourage witchcraft or demon worship. In an interview with the Christian Post, Pastor Justin Mercer of the Faith Temple Church of God in Christ said Halloween is a “dark and demonic day that cannot be separated ... [Read More…]
Many rural hospitals can’t offer labor or delivery care
There is a shortage of OB-GYN physicians across the country, and the issue is getting progressively worse by the year. In Texas, half of all pregnancies are paid for by Medicaid. Reimbursement rates for Medicaid are very low compared to private insurance. When reimbursements are low, it disincentivizes hospitals from having labor units because they ... [Read More…]
$1 million grant approved in support of Ministry Residency Program
The Graduate School of Theology received a $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc. to support the growth of the Ministry Residency Program. ACU is one of 58 theological schools whose grant was approved as part of the latest series of Lily’s Pathway for Tomorrow Initiative, which launched in 2020. In an article published by the Lily ... [Read More…]
Sarah Thompson’s path to graphic design
Sarah Thompson, senior graphic design major, grew up in Hawaii, where beauty was all around her asking to be framed. She used passed-down digital cameras for years before saving up and purchasing a Canon Rebel T6, her first piece of legitimate equipment. Homeschooled, Thompson had time to explore nature and sought out tropical birds to ... [Read More…]
The fight against grade inflation
Research by ACT found that the average high school GPA increased from 3.17 in 2010 to 3.36 in 2021. Americans aren’t getting smarter; high school grading is just getting easier. Standardized testing scores, the most objective way of evaluating a student’s academic standing, have remained the same or have fallen, while GPAs are ... [Read More…]