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Hosting, no coasting

February 14, 2014 by Gabi Powell

"Sing Song is our life," said Caroline Nikolaus. And there's proof in their after-hours practicing. It is the Saturday before final rehearsal week, the last night of freedom and eight hours of sleep. But these six can't get enough of Sing Song, or each other. Instead of a night spent in singing-recess and solitude, they are together, tapping ... [Read More…]

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Catching Atchley: Minister named 2014 Outstanding Alumnus of the Year

February 12, 2014 by Gabi Powell

Rick Atchley ('78) should be a difficult man to get a hold of. With 25 years under his ministery belt at The Hills Church of Christ in North Richland Hills, two books written and guest-speaking appointments across the country, his schedule leaves little time for chit-chat. But despite this prominence in the ministry realm, Atchley responds to ... [Read More…]

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If the Bible went to high school

February 6, 2014 by Gabi Powell

In the beginning, was the Word of God. And it was good. But not quite good enough, because ever since, we humans have been embellishing, rewriting and chopping up its contents. The result has given way to more than 50 different English versions. Each bears distinguishing hallmarks, each aiding a different sort of Holy reader, each resembling a ... [Read More…]

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Sick of lovesick

February 4, 2014 by Gabi Powell

Roses are red, violets are blue, for those against heart-themed holidays, this one's for you. Valentine's Day is very much like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get. While the couple-crowds will flock to restaurants for their holiday-demanded dates, many others simply want Cupid muzzled. Next week, approximately 142 ... [Read More…]

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The woes of Single Grinch Girls

January 16, 2014 by Gabi Powell

Christmas trees and lights have been put back in attics, It's soon to be the Whos favorite holiday, well, their second-pick. And while every Who "¨down in Who-ville"¨ likes Valentines a lot, Single Grinch Girls,"¨with no sweethearts in Who-ville,"¨ do not. Grinch Girls hate Valentines! The whole romantic season! Now, please don't ask ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Opinion Tagged With: Valentine's Day

Success that sticks

January 13, 2014 by Gabi Powell

Jam-packed gyms, penny-pinching and trashed ashtrays are signs of the season for stopping old habits and starting new ones. "Focus on time management at work and get back into my workout routine," said ACU Police Chief Jimmy Ellison. "Laugh more," said Janine Morgan, a Core instructor. "Read the Bible more and then do what it says with a ... [Read More…]

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Where’s Willie?

December 4, 2013 by Gabi Powell

He'll never win MVP or even play a single minute. But being a good sport, he'll still suit up for every game. Even with no sweat to show for, Willie the Wildcat is a real athlete. "Anyone who has ever been a mascot can agree, you're essentially in a giant parka for various reasons from August to May," said DJ Acevedo. "It definitely takes a ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Features Tagged With: Athletics, Feature, Students

Kiss or diss: The mistletoe woes

December 4, 2013 by Gabi Powell

Come December, couples will be found lingering under laden doorways. Couples not yet coupled will avoid it like the plague, for under it demands the "Define The Relationship" discussion. The culprit is in the mind of every preteen boy, or rather, over it. But whether you are the kisser or disser, harmony can be found in dealing with this ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Opinion Tagged With: Christmas

Campus groups work to improve recycling

November 19, 2013 by Gabi Powell

For the tree-huggers and enviromentally-minded, recycling on campus can be quite the challenge. Krista Cukrowski, junior digital entertainment technology major from Abilene, is the president of the new student organization, Wildcats for Sustainability, which is trying to combat this issue. "There is no standardization and, half the time, ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase Tagged With: Campus Sustainability, Recycling

World’s Backyard: More than just games

November 12, 2013 by Gabi Powell

Sunday afternoon, the World's Backyard organization was off to the races, celebrating its fourth-annual Turkey Derby with kids crafting and competing. The student-led ministry hosted its Thanksgiving event as a special and separate occasion from its usual Wednesday meeting time. "Wednesdays become these kids' favorite day of the week, and ... [Read More…]

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