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McCracken starts year as new FAR

August 23, 2023 by Brylie Mahar

Dr. Vic McCracken is going “FAR” in his involvement with ACU. McCracken was appointed by Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, last spring to be the new Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) succeeding Dr. Jonathan Stewart. In addition to this, he is a professor of ethics and theology in the College of Biblical Studies and has served ... [Read More…]

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Sisters promotes safety in sisterhood, no strings attached

May 2, 2023 by Londyn Gray

I’ve been working on a new skill / I can metamorphosize into any character you want me to be I’ve been taking my work very seriously / I practice my smile each and every day / I smile / And Cheese / And Grin / Until dimples are etched into my cheeks Sometimes / When I’m really in the zone / I push myself a little too hard / I smile and / the ... [Read More…]

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Blue Skye and sunshine in Taiwan: Gill named newest Fulbright scholar

April 13, 2023 by Londyn Gray

While in transit to a research conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, napping Alpha Chi members were woken up by a declaration made by few. “I’m a Fulbright scholar!” Student Government Association vice president Skye Gill, senior English major from San Antonio, is ACU’s most recent Fulbright scholar. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is a ... [Read More…]

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Smilin’ Bob: Remembering the life and legacy of Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ Hunter

March 30, 2023 by Sydney Varner

Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ D. Hunter died Feb, 11, 2023 at the age of 94. He spent his life in service to Abilene Christian University, the greater Abilene community, the state of Texas and Texas higher education through his multiple roles. And while Bob is remembered for his nearly half century of service to the university and roles as a representative in ... [Read More…]

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Hosts, hostesses to take Sing Song stage

March 30, 2023 by Brylie Mahar

The 2023 Sing Song hosts and hostesses have dedicated the past several months to rehearsals and preparations for this weekend's production. Host and hostess vocal coach Marlow Rodgers said the four women and two men who will host the show will take the entertainment and talent of Sing Song to the next level. “They sing group numbers, duets, ... [Read More…]

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Delta Theta hoping to bloom on stage for repeated Sing Song success

March 30, 2023 by Londyn Gray

Delta Theta continues to sow the seeds of success at this year’s Sing Song with their vegetable garden act. Though a healthier choice than last year’s winning theme, the Deltas are still hoping to cream the competition. Last year’s sweet victory marked the sorority’s first win in 45 years. Winning director, Eva Straughn, senior engineering major ... [Read More…]

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Frater Sodalis seeking fortune of fourth consecutive win

March 28, 2023 by Londyn Gray

From the Dark Knight to Vanna White, Frater Sodalis is deadset on winning it's fourth consecutive Sing Song with this year's Wheel of Fortune act. But the reigning champions’ road to potential victory is proving to be puzzling. Last year's winning director, Jax Hernandez, senior Christian ministry major from Keller, said the Frats' initial ... [Read More…]

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Student directors produce, solve puzzles behind the scenes

March 27, 2023 by Brylie Mahar

This year’s Sing Song student directors have diligently been at work alongside the Courtney McGaha, director of student productions, in their preparation for this year's production. “Student Directors are hired each year to lead the production team and help me run the production the week of the show,” McGaha said. “Each student director leads ... [Read More…]

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Students share excitement, apprehension about first week of spring semester

January 26, 2023 by Special Contributor

Mass interviews of 64 ACU students, conducted by a Media Writing class who asked about what students are excited and apprehensive about.    Trista Marcoe, sophomore nursing major from New Braunfels (Photo by Allie Jeffus) "What are you most excited about for the spring semester?"  “I was most excited for my January short ... [Read More…]

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Soccer, the most popular sport in the world, and how Play4More is spreading the love of the game

December 15, 2022 by Connor Mullins

Dr. Jason Morris, dean of ACU’s Honors College and founder of Play4More, has coached soccer for years. Now he’s using his passion for the world’s most popular sport to benefit refugees.  On Christmas Eve in 2020, Jason Morris could not sleep when the name Play4More popped into his head. Morris had been in discussion with his peers about a soccer ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Features, Showcase Tagged With: Abby Young, Jason Morris, Play4More, Rwanda Children

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