College is all about adjustment, as we each come from different, diverse backgrounds. Change is healthy, and adjustment is essential to the growth that we undergo when we embrace change. However, in order for real change to occur, we must have healthy, safe environments with everything on the table. Part of a healthy environment is the foundation ... [Read More…]
Shine bright like a diamond… or like Anthony Field
Though ACU is doing a commendable job at reducing energy waste with more efficient air conditioning and heating methods, there is still a bright elephant in the room: the constantly illuminated football stadium. Coming from a high school with a $60 million football stadium that holds 18,000 people, I understand the excitement that comes with ... [Read More…]
Editorial Board should consider more endorsements
-Neal Coates, political science & criminal justice department chair Dear Optimist Editorial Board: I am writing as a faculty member to encourage you to consider a larger slate of endorsements each political season. There are important races this year, for example, for Governor and State Representative, and even a local school bond ... [Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: A case for Kavanaugh’s confirmation
-by Colton Powell, senior finance major from Nashville, Tenn. Last week’s edition of The Optimist included an opinion piece arguing against the confirmation of then Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. Since, as I’m sure you are aware, Kavanaugh was confirmed by the US Senate by a narrow margin of 50-48. Given the magnitude and complexity of ... [Read More…]
The value in learning a second language
When I was little, my parents sat me down and explained to me that they wanted me to learn a second language. At the time, I remember 6 year old me kind of rolling my eyes because if I knew English, what was the point? I told myself that I already knew how to read, talk and get my point across (pretty passionately at that, if we’re honest). As a ... [Read More…]
Kavanaugh isn’t Supreme Court material
Unless you've been living under a rock, you've heard the saga of Brett "100 kegs or bust" Kavanaugh. Aside from his politics and judicial practices, we believe there are a number of worrying factors which mean his nomination should be pulled from consideration. Kavanaugh lied under oath regarding innocuous questions, the credible allegations of ... [Read More…]
Let’s find creative ways to improve voter turnout
Voting is the most important aspect of civic engagement that one can participate in. The seriousness of voting was emphasized by our founders. Since our nation’s inception, there has been a steady expansion of voting rights. However, compared to other developed nations, the level of participation in national and midterm elections lags behind. This ... [Read More…]
Pink and green since 1919, ACU’s oldest club
Lets get one thing out of the way: If you're going to call me biased, just go ahead and send the email now. For starters, I'm not entirely sure when this debate started, but I'm here to end it. Ko Jo Kai is the oldest social club on campus. It's factual, it's historical and I'm not sure why there was a debate to begin with. Don't get me ... [Read More…]
It’s okay not to pledge
Pledging season is upon us. Girls will soon be shouting, “I will respect Kojie Park!” and “G-A-T-A want to be a GATA!” and dressing in clothes that are way too warm for Texas weather. Other students, like me, will be shouting, “Where are my earplugs?!” and embracing the shorts and t-shirts I get to keep wearing on a daily basis. I have a lot of ... [Read More…]
Pledge like your life depends on it
Pledging will begin this evening with bid night kicking off three weeks of pledging. With this comes a lot of uncertainty for pledges of a variety of clubs. Although each club is unique, we believe there are still lessons which are applicable across the diverse situations facing pledges. Attitude matters. The attitude you take into pledging will ... [Read More…]
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