Nearly 800 Christians gathered in Moody Coliseum on Sunday to partake in the Great Communion in honor of the bicentennial of Thomas Campbell's "Declaration of Address" - a call to unite all denominations in Christ. Great Communion events took place all over the world, including in Australia, Africa, New Zealand, India, South America and at least ... [Read More…]
Migratory bats disrupt Moody lectures
Summit speakers had to share the stage in Moody Coliseum this year. The infamous Moody bats swooped in during several lectures, startling visitors and giving students in search of challenging lessons and extra Chapel credits more than they bargained for. Mark Lewis, assistant dean of Spiritual Life and Chapel programs, said Chapel had to be moved ... [Read More…]
Time crunch no reason to panic
Colleges have been fooling students for years. We think we're challenged by difficult course material, late nights in the Brown Library or long papers. Really, we are challenged less by what is due and more by when it is due. We are challenged to create time. Papers, presentations and tests are not fun, but they are doable. How easy would it be ... [Read More…]
Summit schedule revamped for 2009
Summit attendees will be "On the Mountain With God" at the 103rd annual Summit, previously known as Lectureship, on Sept. 20-23. Students, faculty, staff and alumni will be brought together "in the name of Jesus," according to the event's brochure. The complete Summit theme is "On the Mountain With God: Exodus Expedition," and it is directed by ... [Read More…]
Trail requires compromise
Try going for a jog around the Lunsford Walking Trail on a weeknight. Instead of your anticipated workout, you'll find yourself dodging walkers, talkers and stragglers who think it's OK to take up the entire sidewalk walking side by side. Freshmen are the worst when it comes to Lunsford Trail etiquette, but at least they have an excuse. They are ... [Read More…]
Galaxy celebrates 50 years with trailhead
The men of Galaxy are celebrating the club's 50th anniversary by sponsoring the construction of Galaxy Park, a stopping point on the Lunsford Trail that overlooks the pond. The park is not completed, but for now, students can see a concrete marker in front of the construction site with the club's name and date of establishment. Galaxy president ... [Read More…]
Study Abroad program adds German location
About 25 percent of entering freshmen will study abroad by the time they graduate. Every year, the Study Abroad Program takes students to Oxford, England and Montevideo, Uruguay to experience a new culture while practicing the ACU mission in and out of the classroom. In the Spring semester of 2010 and 2011, students will be given the opportunity ... [Read More…]
Peer Health educators to aid students
Alcohol, sex, eating disorders, stress, violence or spirituality - there is a place on campus to find help with all these issues. The Peer Health Education program is a "promising method for encouraging college students to make healthy lifestyle decisions," according to the program's brochure. It comprises ACU students who volunteer to train and ... [Read More…]
International student population rises: In 10 years, ACU has seen a 23 percent jump in the number of students from other countries
By Sondra Rodriguez, Page Editor More countries are represented by the ACU student body than states in America. According to a document that records each country's representation from the Registrar's Office, 220 international students reflect the population of minorities on campus. Minorities represent different nations, faiths and orientations. ... [Read More…]
Ad kiosk on track for fall unveiling
By Sondra Rodriguez, Page Editor Construction began two weeks ago on the ad kiosk between the Campus Center and the Brown Library. Plans for the structure were announced nearly five months ago. The completed structure will serve as a medium for students to advertise groups and events, since the administration prohibited fliers and sidewalk chalk ... [Read More…]
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