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…]
Soccer, the most popular sport in the world, and how Play4More is spreading the love of the game
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…]
Harjo aims to represent Native American heritage through collegiate career
Raychael Harjo, a sophomore guard from Moore, Oklahoma, was first introduced to the sport she loves, which would become her career, by her family when she was a little girl. "All my relatives, my aunts, uncles, they've all played basketball," Harjo said. "And my dad, he showed me when I was really young. He showed me how to shoot and dribble and ... [Read More…]
The artist behind the art, Maddie Rogers
From study tips to Christian encouragement, artist and small business owner Maddie Rogers has you covered. If you’re needing some inspiration or a pop of color to brighten your day, her Instagram, @ohsosunnyart, is just a few clicks away. On this page, she shares whatever she feels called to, mainly in the realm of hand-lettering, and she has ... [Read More…]
Carter Wood: The fountain singer
Walking past the mall area on campus between 5 and 6 p.m., you might hear a familiar tune matched with the soothing voice of Carter Wood, junior worship ministry major from Midland. Wood performs worship songs on a bench Monday through Thursday, if weather permits, to spend time with God. “I love spending that hour with him and just being ... [Read More…]
Name, image and likeness policy and its impact on the ACU student athlete
On July 1, 2021, the livelihoods of college athletes changed forever. But this time it had nothing to do with gameplay. Starting that summer, college athletes were finally granted allowance from the NCAA to be able to profit off of their name, image and likeness (NIL), after years of debate between the NCAA and its student ... [Read More…]
Trials, tribulations and Jai’Vion Seat
Overcoming adversity is a strength for freshman guard JV Seat from Edmond, Oklahoma, and his strength shines brightly on and off the court. Journey to becoming a Seat JV was homeless at 9 years old before living at Boys Ranch Town in Edmond. After moving to the Boys Ranch Town, he started third grade at Chisholm Elementary in Edmond where he ... [Read More…]
In area of accessibility, there is more to be done
“This elevator is kinda scary to use,” a female student tells her friend as they load up on the ancient contraption in the Hardin Administration building. “Sure is,” a man adds, wheeling by in his chair. The difference between the two? One is able-bodied and the other isn’t. One needs to use the elevator and the other doesn’t. What’s ... [Read More…]
Tristin Keller, jack of all trades, aims to master one
A "jack of all trades," is defined as a person who does various types of work. For students, that can mean jobs or maybe a double major, but one of ACU's student athletes fits that description to the letter. Tristin Keller, a freshman guard from Mason, has been involved in the world of sports ever since she was little but the hardwood of a ... [Read More…]
From house to residence hall: Dr. Macaluso moves to Bullock, connects with students
Living in a two-bedroom apartment below college freshman boys with two children is not the ideal residence for most people. But Dr. Suzie Macaluso is thriving in ACU’s Bullock Hall as she embraces the challenge and opportunity to impact students’ lives. Macaluso serves as an associate professor of sociology and gerontology and the director of ... [Read More…]
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