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Panoramic: AT&T Learning Studio

May 4, 2012 by Matthew Woodrow

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Going Green in Abilene

October 28, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

You've seen the commercials, who wouldn't want more money? And how can you save money and help protect the earth at the same time? Matthew Woodrow speaks with a local author Diedra Holley about how she cut her bills in half and reduced her global footprint. KACU News The News At Noon Air Date: Oct. 29, 2011 Reporter: Matthew ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: KACU News Tagged With: Recycling

The Effects Of Education Cuts

May 17, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

When the government announced that nationally there would be a deficit, political groups and pundits immediately started hailing what programs needed to be cut to balance the budget. In our state, a similar process is taking place as Texas leaders announced a $29 billion budget shortfall. As with most budget deficits, the first cuts made are ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: KACU News

Jumburrito opens Abilene location

May 6, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

Jumburrito, a Midland-based burrito restaurant, opened its doors in the former Taco Bell location on South First Street on Wednesday. José Cuevas, Jr., founder and president of Jumburrito, established the restaurant with his wife in 1979, when he was 22 years old. Since then, he has expanded Jumburrito to include four locations in Midland, two ... [Read More…]

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Worship wants childlike gusto

May 5, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

Every Sunday, the college group from my church gets together, eats supper, conducts a short bible study and has a time of fellowship, talking about our lives, the latest football game and future plans. This last Sunday, instead of following the usual format, we decided to sing some church songs. After going through the traditional devotional ... [Read More…]

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Utility bills require strict attention

April 19, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

Many of us had to go without water on Monday morning, when the water main broke on East North 16th Street. In one of my friend's classes, students took an extra long break when their teacher had to visit the library to use the bathroom. The inconvenience for the teacher probably seemed like a blessing for the students, but not having running water ... [Read More…]

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Chapel prepares Holy Week

April 15, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

In a series entitled "Holy Week," Chapel will be taking lessons from the Gospel of John, picking up last semester's theme. The Chapels leading up to the Easter break will lead up to focusing on the crucifixion of Jesus. Mark Lewis, assistant dean for Spiritual Life and Chapel programs, said he thinks this series will help the students focus on ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Chapel

Education cuts concern graduating students

April 15, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

The recession and budget cuts affecting the country and state now are being felt within the College of Education and Human Services. Angela Stornello, senior education major from Arlington, said she worries about job availability. "It's scary. I'm about to graduate, and their aren't any jobs," Stornello said. "I went to an ACU job fair ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

Students ready for fashion show

April 6, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

A group of ACU students have partnered with the Advertising/Public Relations Club to put on the annual fashion show. "In the RED Fashion Show" will take place April 30 at the Windsor Hotel and will support the Red Thread Movement. The Red Thread Movement began in 2009 by Brittany Partridge, junior political science major from Annandale, Minn., ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

Photos display dishonest picture

March 30, 2011 by Matthew Woodrow

In the past two weeks I have had photographers come to three of my classes to take pictures of me. OK, maybe not me specifically, but they were there and they were taking pictures for marketing purposes and the university's website. I found that many people have an adverse reaction to the thought of their picture being taken, while others sit up ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song 2025 Awards Women’s Division:

Vocals:
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2. Sigma Theta Chi
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Sing Song 2025 Awards Class Division:

Overall Award:
1. Freshman Purple
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3. Seniors

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