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Pope Fellows, JMC students visit Capitol

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Students involved in the Pope Fellows program and in advanced reporting recently visited the Texas State Capitol, where they had the opportunity to speak with ACU alumni working in public service. The students toured the Capitol, watched an oral argument in an appeals court, and built connections with alumni. For students like Tamil Adele, a ... [Read More…]

SGA serve students through Kindness Week

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The Student Government Association has spent this week promoting kindness across campus. This year's campaign is extra sweet because it coincides with the week of Valentine's Day. SGA Marketing Director Annie Jennings helped organize this year's campaign and said she was happy it fell on Valentine's Day because it allows SGA to do things for ... [Read More…]

Pi Kappa approaches New Member Orientation differently

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After years of absence, Pi Kappa has officially rechartered, offering men on campus another social club to connect with. Pi Kappa President Hawke Ratliff said bringing the fraternity back to campus has been a journey of planning, prayer and dedication from its new members and officers. Unlike other Greek Life clubs on campus, Pi Kappa’s New ... [Read More…]

Local voices discuss Trump’s inauguration

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President Donald Trump signed more than 20 executive orders and actions on Inauguration Day. Local voices on campus have expressed opinions about his inauguration and the executive orders he signed during his first day in office. The perception of President Trump’s speech  Trump’s inauguration speech received mixed reactions across the ... [Read More…]

SGA allocates $36,500 to student organizations

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The Student Government Association allocated $36,500 among various student organizations at its semi-annual budget meeting on Thursday. Student organizations received more funding this semester than at the Fall 2024 budget meeting. The Shinnery Review received the most funding which was just over $2,300. The International Student Association and ... [Read More…]

Rising Scholars applications open to high school students

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Early applications for the Rising Scholars program are now open and will remain available to high school sophomores and juniors until March 1, 2025. The Rising Scholars program allows high school students to experience college life before their first semester. Students can apply to study abroad or live on campus for a week while earning a ... [Read More…]

Local voices discuss criticism of the Electoral College

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As the nation reflects on the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, the conversation about the Electoral College has gained significant traction, with various opinions on whether the system is fair, representative and effective. Local political watchers weighed in with their opinions on the current voting system and discussed the pros and ... [Read More…]

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