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Dean Barnard adds new topics for Chapel

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By Jared Fields, Managing Editor In the spring, Dr. Wayne Barnard moved from dean of Campus Life to the newly formed role of dean of spiritual formation. The move means Barnard will take on an even greater role in Chapel, while also working more with students and faculty on campus. "I'm also collaborating in new ways across campus, not just with ... [Read More…]

Edwards parking lot receives much needed face-lift for Fall

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By Jared Fields, Managing Editor Residents of Edwards and Mabee residence halls can now park a little closer to their rooms after renovation of the parking lot between the two dorms. The pothole-filled parking lot received a much-needed asphalt face-lift after students faced an obstacle course trying to avoid holes while finding a spot to ... [Read More…]

Manning awaits his NFL future in Saturday’s draft

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Saturday at the NFL Draft, former all-American Danieal Manning will find out what team he'll play for next year. Manning, with family and friends, will watch the draft from home in Corsicana. As a junior, Manning caught NFL scouts' attention, and then decided to skip his senior year at ACU to enter the draft. Since ... [Read More…]

Seven professors chosen for faculty renewal leaves

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Seven professors have been granted sabbaticals for the 2006-07 school year. Dr. Dwayne VanRheenen said the sabbaticals, or faculty renewal leaves, are usually given to five to eight professors a year to allow them time to study or write and come back to the school "refreshed." VanRheenen, provost of the university, ... [Read More…]

NFL representatives attend ACU Pro Day for former Wildcats

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Representatives from a dozen NFL teams came to the Wildcats' pro day March 11 to see prospects work out. Among the former Wildcats were running back Rashon Myles, defensive lineman Clayton Farrell, receiver Robb Spells and punter Chase Fishback. Danieal Manning attended the pro day, but ran only the three-cone and ... [Read More…]

Manning displays skills at NFL Combine

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Along with some of the top prospects of the April 29 NFL Draft, former ACU all-American Danieal Manning worked out in front of scouts at the NFL Combine on Tuesday. At the Combine, players are physically tested in areas such as the 40-yard dash, vertical and broad jump, cone drills and repetitions at 225 lbs. on the ... [Read More…]

After disappointing year, women prepare for next season

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Having their season decided by a coin flip, the Wildcats are gearing up for next season in hopes for a better outcome. Head coach Shawna Lavender remains optimistic, but the team needs to rebound from a disappointing year and the loss of key senior players. Picked to win the Lone Star Conference South Division in ... [Read More…]

Coin toss decides future for Wildcats

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By Jared Fields, Sports Editor The Wildcats' season came down to someone the team had not relied on all year - Sacagawea. The guide to Louis and Clark's historic expedition showed her face late Saturday night, deciding which team advanced to the Lone Star Conference Tournament against the north No. 1 seed, Southwestern Okahoma. Losing to Texas ... [Read More…]

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