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Student lists ten ways to effectively do nothing

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This summer, I learned an essential life lesson I would like to share with you: I have come to the conclusion that doing nothing is often the best something. For those of you who lead busy lives, the art of doing nothing can provide a surge of energy and a boost of productivity. Making time for nothing is healthy; it is fulfilling, and it is ... [Read More…]

ACU distinguished among the best

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Innovation and dedication at ACU have helped distinguish the university among the country's most prominent colleges, according to U.S. News & World Report's most recent national college rankings. The August World Report article awarded ACU "Best Up and Coming" college in the country's 15- state Western region which includes schools in Texas, ... [Read More…]

Campus construction projects advance

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Construction throughout campus continues to progress on both the heating and cooling loop line and the Royce and Pam Money Student and Recreation Wellness Center. The ACU Student Recreation and Wellness Center blog reports that work on the new building over the summer was primarily structural. According to the blog, construction during the first ... [Read More…]

Summit director aims for diversity

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Summit 2010 promises to provide more than just extra Chapel credits for students. The 103rd year of the event will be September 19-22 and will for the first time feature six outside speakers, including prominent Christian activist and author, Shane Claiborne. "This one I just wanted to be a little different and connect more with students and a ... [Read More…]

Followers ‘lost’ after series finale

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It's happening. The end of the world is near. Okay, not really, but one of the greatest eras in TV history is coming to a close within the next month, and life as we know it might never be the same again. Judge me if you must, but ABC's hit drama series, Lost, has only four episodes left, and I'm starting to freak out a bit for a few ... [Read More…]

ACU spared from iPad troubles plaguing universities

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The iPad has created more problems than solutions on some university campuses around the country. While neither Princeton University or George Washington University have banned use of the iPad -- as mistakenly reported -- the new Apple tablet is not compatible with either school's wireless networks. George Washington's network does not support the ... [Read More…]

Exhaustion, stress of final weeks debilitate some students

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As the semester comes to a close, the ACU Counseling Center is available to talk to students about any stresses building in their life, even those unrelated to schoolwork. Steve Rowland, director of the Counseling Center, said the Center often gets more visitors as students' stress levels go up toward the end of the semester. Rowland said at the ... [Read More…]

The Challenge of Diversity

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After touring ACU during her senior year of high school, Alvina Scott was sure where she wanted to spend the next four years. But for Scott, entering ACU and remaining at ACU became two very different things. In the spring semester of 2008, a week before finishing her freshman year, Scott received an e-mail telling her a hold had been placed on her ... [Read More…]

Froyo revolution needs local leader

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It's hot outside, and I have the taste of dirt in my mouth because of the torrential winds and the extensive amount of construction on campus. I need something to quench my thirst, cleanse my palate, give me a little boost to finish the day strong. I need frozen yogurt. Alas, my newest taste addiction is nowhere to be found in this town. No ... [Read More…]

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