By Katie Cukrowski Responding to pressure from her grandmother to vote, young mother Beth Purcell cast her ballot at University Church of Christ on Election Day. "I wasn't really happy with any of the choices, but I [still voted]." The first time she voted was in 2000, when George W. Bush elected for the first time. And she hadn't voted since ... [Read More…]
Schubert: Respectful discussion welcome
Abilene Christian University does not endorse political candidates or parties, so some people reacted with surprise when our student newspaper, the Optimist, recently endorsed a presidential candidate. That provides a great opportunity for me to explain what ACU does endorse: an education preparing students to make real choices and engage in ... [Read More…]
Why I believe in the values of the Democratic Party
This guest column was submitted by Elizabeth Koepke, president of the College Democrats. I believe an individual deserves the freedom to live by the convictions of his or her own conscience, and that his or her freedom only ends when he or she infringes on the rights of another person, causing harm or the restriction of life, liberty or the ... [Read More…]
Romney/Ryan offer best vision for nation
This guest column was submitted by Stewart McGregor, president of the College Republicans. Are you and your family better off than you were four years ago? If the answer is no, Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan have a great, common-sense plan to get America on the path to success and sustainability. Currently, your share of the national debts equals ... [Read More…]
LSC powerhouse teams pose threat
Coming off of an emotional victory against West Texas A&M (3-0) last weekend, the Wildcats are now preparing to go up against the toughest teams in the conference, Angelo State (18-3) and Tarleton State (16-5). "Both of them are going to push us," said head coach Kellen Mock. "We are really going to have to work well as a team to overcome ... [Read More…]
A foiled farewell
By: Christianna (Lewis) Reedy Dr. Perry Reeves, professor of chemistry, opened his office door on March 2 to find a "winter wonderland." Multicolored plastic cups were strung around the room. Chairs, books, pictures and other items had been wrapped in aluminum foil and notes were scribbled on some of the shiny surfaces. "It was a shock to open ... [Read More…]
Rivalry week brings intramural intensity
By: Joey Hatton It was an exciting week in Intramural sports in the Royce and Pam Money Recreation and Wellness Center as the basketball regular season ended with some nail-biting rivalry games. Rivalry week brought in huge crowds of students excited to see their peers fight for playoff spots. In the Men's Champ division the game to watch was the ... [Read More…]
Voters react to redistricting
By Jaime Metscher The Texas Republican presidential primary is being moved back to May 29 due to redistricting. Texas legislature draws the congressional district lines, in which new districts are currently being added. Due to difficulty receiving federal approval for the new redistricting map, the state primary can no longer be help on April 8, ... [Read More…]
Students speak out through slam poetry
By Nikki Wilson Wishing Well and more than 30 ACU students came together for a slam poetry event Monday. This event featured 13 poets performing both original and non-original works to raise awareness for important social issues. Brandy Rains, sophomore art education major from Fort Worth, is co-director for ACU's Wishing Well. Rains was eager to ... [Read More…]
Salon enhances education, environment
By: Kelly Young Editor's note: This was written in response to the editorial, Emphasize education, not upscale amenities, published in the Feb. 15 edition of the Optimist. You're likely aware from recent reporting by The Optimist and Abilene Reporter-News that we plan to open a new on-campus salon this spring. Research shows this to be a ... [Read More…]
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