Students from McMurry University and ACU united to raise awareness for hunger by participating in an Empty Bowls event Friday. Empty Bowls, an international grassroots effort to fight hunger, brings together craftspeople, educators and students with the community to create handcrafted bowls. Those in attendance were invited to a meal of soup and ... [Read More…]
Fundraiser honors Anabel Reid
Students honored the memory of bus accident victim, Anabel Reid during at 24-hour run/walk fundraiser that took place at Elmer Gray Stadium Friday and Saturday. The Anabel Reid Run for Water took place from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. to raise money for the Water 4 Anabel Reid Memorial Fund to help build water wells and provide clean water to countries in ... [Read More…]
Clubs prepare for officer election process
With the spring comes gusty wind, warmer weather and new social club officers. Clubs across campus are making preparations for next year as they begin the new officer election process. Some clubs take nominations, others allow candidates to put their own name on the ballot, and others, like Alpha Kai Omega, completed their elections in the fall ... [Read More…]
‘The Help’ opens discussion on campus
The Office of Multicultural Enrichment partnered with the Campus Activities Board for a viewing of The Help on Saturday in Cullen Auditorium, followed by a conversation about race relations. The Academy Award nominee for Best Picture was free for all students and faculty with their ID and open to the public for a $1 admission. A forum after the ... [Read More…]
Photo contest entries due
The second annual Images of Aging photo competition will accept entries until Friday. Sponsored by the Pruett Gerontology Center, the Learning Studio and the Department of Art and Design, the contest will allow students to showcase their digital photography talents and interact with an older generation. "We are trying to create an opportunity for ... [Read More…]
Peet’s closure to open door for Red Mango
Just six years after opening, Peet's Coffee & Tea on Judge Ely Boulevard is closing its doors. A Red Mango franchise will take its place later this year. "We know frozen yogurt has become a popular family treat, and Red Mango is one of the healthiest in its category," said Wes Jackson, chief merchandising officer for United Supermarkets, ... [Read More…]
Table Tennis Club faces uncertain future
Three years after its foundation, the future of the ACU Table Tennis Club is uncertain despite growing interest in participation. With the impending graduation of its founding members Brady Campbell, senior psychology major from Abilene and Benjamin Hayes the club's future is unclear. "Whether the club grows to include it's own designated space, ... [Read More…]