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Residence hall lobbies closed after COVID-19 cases spike

October 10, 2020 by Sydney Varner

Residence Life has closed dorm lobbies for the second time this year after campus cases spiked. Reslife opened lobbies back up to students in September but after a recent surge in cases, they made the decision to go back to keeping dorms locked down.  “We originally started with the lobbies closed because we were concerned about spread and ... [Read More…]

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COVID-19 impacts SGA budget to fund student organizations

October 10, 2020 by Sydney Varner

The Student Government Association (SGA) held its bi-annual budget meeting Wednesday to allocate and vote on funds given to each eligible student organization this semester.  59 student organizations this year received funding from SGA; together those organizations requested a total of $63,833.70.  61.1% of the requests were covered with the ... [Read More…]

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Chess Club finds virtual ways to create community

October 9, 2020 by Sydney Varner

Chess Club has recently reorganized and is working on rebuilding its collegiate chess program.  The club has been around for approximately 20 years but after being inactive for a time, recently reformed three years ago and has been building up their program ever since.  “I had some students say they were wanting to restart a chess club, and ... [Read More…]

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Outdoor activities may help keep boredom at bay

September 21, 2020 by Sydney Varner

Abilene is, by definition, a small college town. While there are still things to do and places to go, most of those are closed or at half capacity because of the pandemic that just doesn’t seem to end. We’re left to our own devices to entertain ourselves with minimal resources and multiple regulations, and many groups of friends are scrambling ... [Read More…]

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SGA officers set goals for new school year

September 18, 2020 by Sydney Varner

While COVID-19 may have put a hitch in the election process, class officers have set goals for what they each want to accomplish this year.  The annual SGA class officer elections concluded Monday. Freshman and senior classes have a total of 13 officers each while sophomore and junior classes have a total of 11 officers each. Freshman class ... [Read More…]

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Changes introduced to Chapel

September 13, 2020 by Sydney Varner

COVID-19 regulations have caused multiple changes to how students are experiencing Chapel this semester.  In place of normal Chapel times, students can take place in three different types of Chapel throughout the semester including small group Chapels, spiritual formation events and community groups.  Small group Chapels and spiritual ... [Read More…]

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Siggie Pavilion nearing October completion

September 10, 2020 by Sydney Varner

Sigma Theta Chi is expecting completed construction of its Siggie Pavilion on campus this semester.  The pavilion is being constructed in commemoration of the club's 50th anniversary that took place last year.  “It’s in commemoration of the 50th year so it was super exciting last year at the 50th Homecoming dinner and everyone was so ... [Read More…]

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Psychology hosts support hour after police shooting of Jacob Blake

September 5, 2020 by Sydney Varner

ACU’s psychology department held a come-and-go support hour to support students and their mental health due to the aftermath of racial injustice protests and the shooting of Jacob Blake. Psychology department faculty attended the event Friday in hopes to talk to students about how they are being affected by the nation’s recent events.  “I ... [Read More…]

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Student Government Association alters election process for class officers

September 1, 2020 by Sydney Varner

Student Government Association is hosting interest meetings for students who hope to run for class offices and senate positions.  Each class has positions open for a president, vice president, multicultural representative and ten class senators.  However, due to the new guidelines set in place for COVID-19, students are being encouraged to ... [Read More…]

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Pessimism is the enemy; let’s not speak too soon

August 31, 2020 by Sydney Varner

While some students are dreading what they assume will become an inevitably fully online semester, how must we expect to fight the battle against COVID-19 without any optimism? Yes, classrooms, instruction, and campus life may be radically different, but the university still has managed to bring students together in the place many of us feel is ... [Read More…]

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The moment you have all been waiting for is here. Our 2021 Sing Song predictions have officially been released! Read more below:
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The Department of Theatre is producing three spring shows, including a senior showcase, Dance of Hope and Songs for New World. Read more below:
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Sing Song 2021 will take place at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Abilene this weekend. All acts will be judged on just three categories: vocals, entertainment and costumes. The Optimists’ overall predictions are listed below.   Fraternities First Place: Frater Sodalis These Appalachian mountai...
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This year the Department of Theatre has been involved in three spring productions, a Senior Showcase, Dance of Hope and Songs for New World. Two of these productions are being filmed and one will be over livestream for students and the ACU Community to watch. The Senior Showcase, which is usually in...
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