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The new American Dream: wealth or equality

September 28, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

Every day in America huge efforts are being made to preserve the American Dream. But what is this dream exactly? Many individuals would say the American Dream includes the following: the freedom to acquire wealth without it being taken away, the freedom of choice and an equal opportunity to climb the ladder of success. Therefore, the American ... [Read More…]

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History and purpose of the woeful resume

September 14, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

I hate resume building. So much, in fact, that some of my least favorite words in college have become, "that will look good on your resume." Something about them makes me want to defiantly stop whatever it is that I'm doing that is deemed "resume-worthy" out of frustration, because that's not why I chose to do it in the first place. This approach, ... [Read More…]

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OME aiming to increase visibility

September 12, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

The Office of Multicultural Enrichment conducted their second annual Block Party where students were able to enjoy music and conversation on the patio of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Friday evening. Throughout the evening, students savored free hotdogs and hamburgers while OME student organizations introduced their groups to those ... [Read More…]

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ISA looking to draw in more Americans

September 7, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

The International Students Association has revamped its promotional plans this year in order to reach out to a new target audience: Americans. Adopting the slogan, "Experiencing Culture Without the Cost," ISA hopes to encourage students to take advantage of the ability to develop relationships with other students on campus and experience a ... [Read More…]

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Res halls install security cameras

September 5, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

The Office of Residence Life Education and Housing and the ACU Police Department began working together this summer to equip all residence life dorms with security camera systems to benefit campus security. John Delony, assistant dean for Residence Life and Education, said the project, which is expected to be finished within the next month or so, ... [Read More…]

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Abilene live music scene needs new life

September 4, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

The music scene in Abilene is alive, but ill. Upon arriving in Abilene, students hailing from larger cities with flourishing music scenes are generally shocked at the sparse selection of live music here. For those that don't want to listen to the live background music of Lucky Mule Saloon or Midnight Rodeo, there are few options outside of an ... [Read More…]

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ACU welcomes new vice president

August 29, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

This semester, ACU has welcomed Dr. Allison Garrett to its family to fill the role of executive vice president. Garrett, who was formerly the senior vice president for academic affairs at Oklahoma Christian University, is now filling the position that was last occupied by Dr. Phil Schubert, president of ACU. "She's going to bring new ideas and ... [Read More…]

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Senate elects 2012-13 members, officers

May 8, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

New Faculty Senate members have been elected for the 2012-2013 academic year. Dr. Rodney Ashlock, assistant professor of Bible, will serve as chair for the coming year. The Faculty Senate serves the university by providing different decision making groups on campus with the perspective of the faculty, said Dr. Rusty Towell, chair and professor of ... [Read More…]

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Education can’t lose liberal aspects

May 3, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

Liberal arts colleges were designed to cultivate a habit of critical thinking in students. ACU seems to be making a consistent effort to keep critical thinking engrained in the curriculum for all majors. Yet, if it is necessary for critical thinking to be an element added into new things, like the CORE classes, then that must mean that the rest of ... [Read More…]

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Only co-ed intramural sport hosts tourney

May 3, 2012 by Samantha Sutherland

Twenty-one teams participated in ACU's first co-ed intramural kickball tournament Monday and Tuesday nights. The tournament was free and open to all interested students, said Kenli Edwards, director of intramural sports. It is the only co-ed intramural sport available at ACU. "I wanted to do co-ed because we don't have any other co-ed sports," ... [Read More…]

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