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Students head outside for post-break jam

April 13, 2011 by Ben Weaver

The Student's Association throws a beach bash to recharge students to the end of the semester. Video/Editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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Students giddy up for annual rodeo

April 5, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Goat dressing and a calf scramble were among the amateur rodeo events at the annual ACU Rodeo at the Taylor County Expo Center Horse Barn. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: ACU Rodeo

Abilene ArtWalk offers crafty fun for public

March 11, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Abilenians browsed arts and crafts booths and enjoyed live music during the ArtWalk event Thursday evening. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song acts displaced to temporary, outdoor location

February 21, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Due to the construction of the Royce and Pam Money Recreation and Wellness Center, Sing Song groups prepare in a tent behind Moody Coliseum. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: ACU, Sing Song

Opening night excitement builds for hosts, hostesses

February 19, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Months of preparation and hard work, came to fruition for ACU's Sing Song 2011's hosts (Jared Ohrmundt, Peter Hargrave and Blake Rogers) and hostesses (Kat Bailey, Callie Massey and Carlee Cagle) who performed at all three shows. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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New acts bring variety to Sing Song 2011

February 9, 2011 by Ben Weaver

Audiences of Sing Song 2011 will see new acts on stage this year. Acts ranging from Pi Kappa to the Graduate Program will bring fresh faces and ideas to the show. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Videos Tagged With: Sing Song, Social Clubs

Heavy snow cancels class, creates winter playground for students

February 1, 2011 by Ben Weaver

ACU students woke up to find that school had been canceled due to a hazardous snow storm. Throughout the day, students found ways to occupy their recently opened schedules. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Videos Tagged With: Snow, Weather

Season of Caring gives students opportunities to serve community

November 18, 2010 by Ben Weaver

ACU students and faculty have several different chances to help those in need during the holidays. Season of Caring is taking cash donations, organizing an angel tree in the campus center, and collecting clothes to give away. Season of Caring lasts from November 15-December 15. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: ACU, Season of Caring

ACU students find purpose in political process

November 5, 2010 by Ben Weaver

During this year's mid-term elections, ACU students volunteered for politicians' campaigns, conversed with friends, and attempted to aid their respective parties as best they could. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: ACU

ESPN broadcaster speaks to students pursuing sports media career

October 29, 2010 by Ben Weaver

ACU's Career Center held a sports career fair on Tuesday, October 26. Students interested in a sports media career received first hand advice from people active in the business. The headlining guest was ESPN broadcaster, Sean Adams. Video/editing by Ben Weaver ... [Read More…]

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There is no question that the current climate among Americans is tense and, as the Capitol Hill and 2020 riots show, even hostile. Although these behaviors have always been present, it seems that the last decade has seen an increase in tribal tendencies. We cling to the ankles of our political candi...
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