By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor "Hello there! Don't forget to sign up for Life in Hell today!" It's amazing how true and untrue this statement has proven this year. It's printed on a sticker promoting a comic strip called "Life in Hell" that's been taped to my computer since August, and I've seen it each day that I've worked at my desk. My ... [Read More…]
Sexuality discussed in Chapel: Faculty member, student address struggles with same-sex attraction
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor Two members of the ACU community are addressing homosexuality and relating their own experiences with same-sex attraction during the last two Thursday Chapels of the year. This Thursday, Dr. Sally Gary, assistant professor of communication, and Darren Curry, senior marketing major from Oklahoma City, will ... [Read More…]
National tourney finishes debaters’ careers: Competition only invites those who have first-place finishes
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor Two seniors finished their forensics careers this week at the National Forensic Association Tournament on April 16-19 in Akron, Ohio, and though they did not advance out of their preliminary rounds, both said they have been pleased with their performances this year. Lizz Alvarez, political science major from ... [Read More…]
Officers appoint executive secretary: Jeffrey says he will ‘be all right’ even though he’s new to SA
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor With executive officer elections behind them, the Students' Association leaders have completed their first order of business: appointing a new executive secretary. The officers chose Ben Jeffrey, junior theatre major from Kansas City, Mo., on Wednesday to fill the position for the 2005-06 school year. Jeffrey ... [Read More…]
Lori’s Story: Taboo topics shouldn’t dispel discussion
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor In recent weeks, the Optimist has reported on some pretty sensitive issues: We've run stories about the discussions on abortion that have been led in Chapel; we have reported on the legal, medical and ethical repercussions of the Terri Schiavo battle; and this week, we wrote about how United has begun selling ... [Read More…]
Chapel leaders tackle issue of abortion: Spiritual Life Core said students suggested issue be discussed
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor As discussion and controversy involving an individual's right to live has dominated the news recently, Chapel coordinators have given students a chance to discuss issues of life in three consecutive Thursday services focusing on abortion. Although abortion remains a sensitive topic among Christians, campus ... [Read More…]
Shane Hughes works behind the scenes as Chapel coordinator
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor He stands in the back of Moody Coliseum at 11 a.m. every day, clutching his notebook to his chest and quietly singing the songs with the students and listening as the speaker shares his address. As the daily Chapel assembly comes to a close, Shane Hughes silently slips out the door, unnoticed by most of those ... [Read More…]
Lori’s Story: Leave smoky haze behind-it’s worth it
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor Dependence must be hereditary-I come from a long line of addicts. My grandpa started smoking when he joined the military and continued for about 25 years until he got colon cancer in the '80s. My grandma started smoking after her parents died when she was about 15. She continued until she died of throat and ... [Read More…]
An Unsung Hero
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor The assorted possessions in Eddie McFadden's office recall his past and describe the philosophy of his job. An aged metal and glass doorknob, several old sockets and light switches, and various other electrical devices line his shelves. Two bright yellow hard hats inscribed with 'ACU Physical Resources' lay on ... [Read More…]
Congressmen meet with students: Former representatives visit campus as part of national tour
By Lori Bredemeyer, Managing Editor Two former congressmen visited campus Monday and Tuesday to speak to classes and meet with students about careers in public service. They came to the university as part of the Congress to Campus program, which sends former congressmen to colleges and universities across the nation to educate young people about ... [Read More…]
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