ACU was not a school that was previously known for dancing. Being a Church of Christ university, it was prohibited and often done in secret. But the times have changed, and dancing has been on campus for quite some time now. Students can participate in student dance organizations at any year and any level. One of which is ACU Swing Cats. “I ... [Read More…]
LangLit professor studies Indigenous art at Paint Rock
Dr. Jeremy Elliot and Dr. Eric Schroeder took a handful of students to a paint rock site in late March. This is a collaborative excavation that Elliot has been working on for a few years with Schroeder, who is an archaeologist. “We wanted to do something that was collaborative with Indigenous People,” said Elliot, associate professor of English. ... [Read More…]
Sing Song Block Party to return this weekend
On Saturday, the Sing Song Committee will be hosting their annual block party outside of Moody Coliseum around the GATA fountain. It is free and open for anyone who wants to come. The Sing Song Block Party was started in 2019 so that the ACU community could continue to celebrate Sing Song together. “This year, we are trying to make the block ... [Read More…]
An Inside Look into the Pickleball Club
Pickleball Club has been gaining popularity and several students are interested. ACU has the privilege of having several different clubs that students can join. Whether it be fraternities and sororities or ESports and Running Club, the campus has multiple ways that students can get connected and grow a community of like-minded people. One of the ... [Read More…]
Career Development hosts Career One-Day Readiness Bootcamp
The Career Development Center will be hosting a Career Bootcamp on April 9 and is a come and go event. “I think it’s a very practical workshop-style event to help people gain some skills, work towards your career goals and there will be something for everybody,” said Lauren Boyles, a career development advisor. “Whatever major you are, whatever ... [Read More…]
BSU Organizations hosts annual AFRAM Fest event
The Black Student Union will be hosting its annual AFRAM Fest event on March 1. This is the biggest event that BSU hosts for Black History Month, and everyone is invited. “BSU aims to promote excellence between the Black community as well as advocate for members of the Black community creating a safe space for them,” said Tamil Adele, a ... [Read More…]
OMA hosts Social Justice Workshop for Black History Month
On Feb. 21, the Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a Social Justice Workshop in the Core Classroom of the Brown Library in room 212. It is for Black History Month, and the topic is Building Multiethnic Allies to make King’s Dreams a reality. This event is open to all ACU students, faculty and staff. “One of the things I like to explore ... [Read More…]
Women’s basketball held faculty and staff appreciation game night
The women’s basketball team had a Faculty and Staff Appreciation Night game on Feb. 8. This allowed for the recognition of different faculty and staff who work around campus, and it gave them a chance to come and see a free sporting event. “This is an opportunity to celebrate our faculty and staff and provide them an opportunity to come to the ... [Read More…]
SGA allocates funds to student organizations
The SGA allocated more than $30,000 to student organizations at its annual budget meeting last week with the most funds being allocated to FilmFest. The total amount requested for the spring 2024 semester by the student organizations was $83,000, and the average requested was $1,100. The amount that SGA has for requested allocations is $30,750. ... [Read More…]
ISA makes plans for International Food Festival
Members of the International Students Association have begun planning for its annual International Food Festival, a student-led event, and already meet last week with those interested in participating. “International Student Association is a student organization for everyone but especially a home and place for all international students,” said ... [Read More…]