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Optimist Newscast Feb. 28, 2024

February 27, 2024 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories today include a recap of The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, the International Food festival, and a recap of Wildcat sports. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Feb. 21, 2024

February 21, 2024 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories today include a social justice workshop, movies hosted around campus, and a recap of Wildcat sports. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Feb. 14, 2024

February 13, 2024 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories today include Valentine's Day celebrations around campus, Sing Song Leadership Tryouts, and a recap of Wildcat sports. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Jan. 24, 2024

January 23, 2024 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories today include Tapestry, upcoming performing arts events, and a look at Wildcat sports. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Dec. 7, 2023

December 7, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories today include final week activities and a recap of Wildcat sports. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Nov. 28, 2023

November 28, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories this week include the Venture Out Market, ASA's Choma Event and the end of the season for our Wildcat Football. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Nov. 16, 2023

November 16, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories this week include Multicultural Week, a new intramural scoreboard and a recap of Wildcat Sports. ... [Read More…]

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Ethnos: Echoes Celebrates Students’ Diverse Cultures

November 9, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

ISA held its 31st annual Ethnos, celebrating the diverse cultures present among the student body. With more on the story is The Optimist's Shelby Byrd. ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Nov. 10, 2023

November 9, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories this week include the 31st annual Ethnos, Holy Sexuality Week, and the men's and women's basketball openers.   ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Newscast Oct. 24, 2023

October 24, 2023 by Shelby Byrd

Our top stories this week include the start of Greek Life rushing and Wildcat football's winning streak. ... [Read More…]

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10 Nov

NEWS: Students can officially opt out of Wildcat Access program for the spring 2026 semester. The opt out period will run from today through Nov. 23.

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1 Nov

BREAKING NEWS: The winners of the 2025 Homecoming Parade are: Sanctify in the student organization division, Ko Jo Kai in the sorority division and Gamma Sigma Phi in the fraternity division.

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Andrew North was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at 3 months old; he’s never known life without it. Now, in his late 20s and married, North has cultivated a fulfilling life despite facing adversity from the perceived limitations of his chronic disease. North is an ACU graduate student pursuing a master’s degree in marriage and family services.To read more, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link below. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #feature acuoptimist.com/2025/11/grad-student-with-cystic-fibrosis-wins-scholarship-strives-to-make-an-imp...📝: Callie Leverett ... See MoreSee Less

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The Indian Culture Association hosted their annual Golden Gala last Saturday at Hillcrest Church. Students, faculty, and members of ICA gathered together to celebrate the beauty of Indian Culture. To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link below. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #photography acuoptimist.com/2025/11/gallery-ica-hosts-the-annual-golden-gala/📸: Callie Brimberry ... See MoreSee Less

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