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Gallery: Sing Song 2017

February 23, 2017 by Lauren Franco, Lydia Lawson and Erika Bolado

From hair and makeup to center stage, Sing Song was in full swing after months of preparing and practice. Take an overall look at this year's Sing Song 2017. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Abilene Sister March

January 26, 2017 by Emily Guajardo and Lydia Lawson

On January 21, groups of women, men and children marched in downtown Abilene in a protest for women's rights. Along with similar protests around the world, the basis was to promote unity among women for basic human rights, planned parenthood and equal pay in the workforce. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Abilene community members march in honor of Dr. King

January 20, 2017 by Emily Guajardo and Lydia Lawson

Families and neighbors start the year off by marching in honor of Dr. King's legacy in downtown Abilene. (Photos by Lydia Lawson) ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: OMA demonstration provides platform to discuss racism

November 16, 2016 by Optimist Staff, Lauren Franco and Lydia Lawson

Students discussed racism at a platform demonstration after Chapel Wednesday sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs. Photos by Lydia Lawson and Lauren Franco. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: A Vigil For Katie Kirby

November 7, 2016 by Lydia Lawson

Students light candles and sing worship songs around the GATA fountain in remembrance of Katie Kirby. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Fall Stomp brings jazz and class as Swing Cats hosts a night of dancing

October 7, 2016 by Lydia Lawson

ACU Jazz Band and Swing Cats host Fall Stomp as attendees enjoy live music and the open ballroom floor after a short lesson in swing dancing. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Clubs across campus take on pledges during Bid Night

October 1, 2016 by Lydia Lawson

Club members offer new recruits their first taste of pledging with a night full of fun and ACU tradition. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Lively music and colorful dances come together at Entra a la Plaza

September 12, 2016 by Emily Guajardo and Lydia Lawson

Entra a la Plaza spices up Hispanic heritage month through dance, music, food and fellowship. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Multimedia, Photo Galleries

Gallery: Lighting the way with a cherished ACU tradition

August 16, 2016 by Emily Guajardo and Lydia Lawson

Lighting the path to one of ACU's most cherished traditions, the Candlelight Devo brought ACU alumni, faculty and students together in welcoming this years freshman class. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Latest Photos, Multimedia, News, Photo Galleries, Showcase Tagged With: Candelight Devo, Wildcat Week

Gallery: Christian Service Center Fire

July 5, 2016 by Lydia Lawson

A two-alarm fire broke out at around 4 p.m. Saturday afternoon at the Christian Service Center located near downtown Abilene. The center, which is a ministry that aims at helping underprivileged community members, was a complete loss. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Photo Galleries Tagged With: Christian Service Center, Fire, Photo Gallery

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