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Everybody wants to be a SophistiCat

August 29, 2013 by Denzil Lim

The first university-sponsored drill team will be on the sidelines of ACU sporting events, starting this fall. Founded by Danielle Burrell, sophomore Ad/PR major from Dallas, the SophistiCats will be performing at basketball, volleyball and football games. "When you think about excellent women, you think about women who are sophisticated, ... [Read More…]

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Cullen Auditorium floods during summer

August 23, 2013 by Denzil Lim

A storm that generated six inches of water in 30 minutes flooded Cullen Auditorium in mid-June damaging the building and forcing weeks of repairs. Chris Cornell, who worked in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning in the Department of Facilities and Campus Management, helped with the restoration. "I went to work on Tuesday morning and ... [Read More…]

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ACU 2013 Spring Graduation

May 12, 2013 by JP Festa and Denzil Lim

ACU holds spring graduation as students and families attend to celebrate. Video/editing by: JP Festa/Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]

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Dead Day is here again

May 2, 2013 by Denzil Lim

Dead Day will not be an average study day. Events will take place from morning until the evening for students to take a break from studying and have fun. The Office of Multicultural Enrichment is hosting its Block Party on Monday for students from 2 - 5 p.m. All students are invited for food and games. Shades, Sanctify and other groups will be ... [Read More…]

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ACU Tribes: International Students Association

April 30, 2013 by Denzil Lim

While some students find living in a different place stressful, others unite to help one another. International Students Association brings together students from all over the world into a place they can call home. Video/editing by: Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]

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Two students to present research in Austin

April 26, 2013 by Denzil Lim

Two ACU students are participating in the Texas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol Rotunda in Austin. Universities from all over the state are presenting their research to the Texas legislature. Spenser Lynn, senior physics major from White Oak, and David Gasvoda, senior English major from Houston, said they have been working hard to ... [Read More…]

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Students share minority experiences in discussion

April 17, 2013 by Denzil Lim

Though this year's student body has the highest diversity percentage of any class, there are still many issues minorities have to face. The last Sundaes on Mondays of the semester addressed the experiences of the minorities at ACU. Byron Martin, director of the Office of Multicultural Enrichment, moderated the conversations with students Kenyon ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: OME, Student Life

ISA to host annual Food Festival Saturday

April 12, 2013 by Denzil Lim

The International Student's Association annual Food Festival will take place Saturday from 6-9 p.m. in the Hunter Welcome Center. Food from 13 different countries will be featured. Mai Anthes, vice president of ISA and junior psychology major from Okinawa, Japan, and Guinia Wooden, secretary of ISA and sophomore nursing major from Mission, are ... [Read More…]

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Students gather for a sunny All Club Rush

April 9, 2013 by Denzil Lim

Monday evening, social clubs began to prepare their booths around the GATA fountain. Many students gathered to attend the rushes and eat and socialize in the sun. Video/editing by: Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Archive, Social Clubs

SpringFest livens the evening with fun games and music

March 27, 2013 by Denzil Lim

Last Saturday, SA organized the SpringFest carnival and concert. Various local artists performed until night as people enjoyed Cajun cones, a petting zoo and carnival games. Video/editing by: Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]

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