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Full Circle: Golding returns as head coach after playing for Wildcats

February 19, 2019 by Max Preston

Head men's basketball coach Joe Golding has been the Wildcats' mentor for eight seasons now, but people may not know his history with ACU runs deep. Golding came from Wichita Falls and was recruited as a player by the Wildcats. He chose to wear purple and white for his college career after taking a successful visit and being convinced by former ... [Read More…]

The Glory Days: Classes replicate old acts

February 10, 2019 by Lauren Franco

Rather than implementing a theme, Nick Tatum, director of student productions, required all acts to replicate an act that had been done before the year 2000. “I think over the past 10 years, some of the themes have been really great and some of them have been really hard and limiting for students," Tatum said. "Historically, we didn’t start ... [Read More…]

The Glory Days: Men’s clubs replicate old acts

February 10, 2019 by Lauren Franco

Frater Sodalis, crash test dummies – Tests are Painful... When You're a Dummy – replicating Phi Quag Mire's 1989 act. Director: Michael Arrasmith, senior physics major from Colorado Springs "We made the decision on our act's theme in early November. We discussed potential themes with club and my committee during the weeks prior," Arrasmith ... [Read More…]

The Glory Days: Women’s clubs replicate old acts

February 10, 2019 by Lauren Franco

Alpha Kai Omega, genies – Kaios Make Your Wish Come True – replicating Delta Theta's 1989 act. Director: Samantha Jeffries, senior nursing major from North Richland Hills "At first we were juggling several ideas, we had so many options and didn't really have a strong direction until we looked at genies from the 1998 Delta Theta act," ... [Read More…]

Unique Journey: Maxwell’s path from homeschool to college athlete

February 10, 2019 by Owen Simpson

Redshirt junior guard B.J. Maxwell, like many college athletes, fought hard to become as talented as he is today. "I started playing organized basketball in fourth grade," Maxwell said. "I've always been around the game of basketball whether I was with my cousins or brother." However, for a portion of Maxwell's life, he took a path that most ... [Read More…]

Professor, Dr Pepper ambassador brings brand to campus

February 4, 2019 by Dillon Daniel

Texas is a state with many staples connected to it: HEB, Buc-ee’s, Dell and Whataburger, to name a few. However, according to the Texas Standard website, Dr Pepper takes the cake ranks as the second most iconic Texas brand. Kelly Mann, instructor of interior design, is an on-campus ambassador for the brand, often representing it with her ... [Read More…]

Triple J, Triple Threat: Jaylen, Jaren and Jalone provide experience as upperclassmen leaders

January 31, 2019 by Max Preston

If you’re familiar with men’s basketball, you most likely know the three J’s of the Wildcats. Jaylen, Jaren and Jalone. Seniors Jaylen Franklin and Jaren Lewis and redshirt junior Jalone Friday have been starters of the men’s basketball team since their second year on campus. They now find themselves as experienced leaders of a squad with six ... [Read More…]

Dietitian focuses on healthy improvements in the Bean

January 29, 2019 by Dillon Daniel

The Bean has been subject to mixed reviews from students across campus. From nutrition to quality and variety of food, students on meal plans find things to praise as well as condemn. Lindsay Arthur, dietitian specialist for Chartwells, is working to maintain all-around positive feedback for the campus cafeteria. Originally from Plano, Arthur ... [Read More…]

Building Abilene: Betty&June brings refreshing atmosphere downtown

January 29, 2019 by Lauren Franco

As customers walk into her store to shop for trendy clothes and accessories, they are greeted by the calming smell of her "prunus" candle and a welcoming hello. Jessica Jackson opened her dream store, Betty&June, seven years ago after seeing the need for a new atmosphere downtown. GETTING TO ABILENE Though she lived in Raleigh, North ... [Read More…]

Football Mastermind: Anthony named Southland Student-Athlete of the Year

January 23, 2019 by Max Preston

Under the lights of Wildcat Stadium, you will surely hear his name called many times while on offense, but redshirt sophomore quarterback Luke Anthony also has his name included on the Dean's list regularly. He received the honor of Southland Conference Football Student-Athlete of the Year after being voted on by a panel of each school's ... [Read More…]