The ACU Debate team wrapped up the fall semester and is preparing for a busy spring. The program is in a rebuilding year, with roughly 60% of the team made up of freshmen and sophomores after 19 seniors and judges graduated over the past two years. Sheila Ritchie, director of debate, said having a younger team gives the program a chance to ... [Read More…]
Students wrap up fall entrepreneurship classes with annual venture out market
The Griggs Center for Entrepreneurship had its Venture Out Market before Thanksgiving break on Nov. 24 at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. This fall’s market was for students participating in the Entrepreneurship 120 course and consisted of 200 students and 50 small student-owned businesses. Student Engagement Coordinator for the ... [Read More…]
Step into the Upside Down with Cinema Society
Cinema Society will have a Stranger Things season one marathon at 5 p.m. Friday in Don Morris 141.The marathon will go on until midnight, and Cinema Society will provide snacks, pizza, and drinks– ending the night with a Stranger Things-themed giveaway.The club was founded by Ryland Mallett to engage the community through movies. Mallet saw the ... [Read More…]
Finance students compete in first internal case competition
The Dukes School of Finance had its first internal case competition to give students real-world experience and build a stronger case competition culture. The event will become an annual tradition and give students chances to compete in national competitions. Twenty-four students competed in six teams, with prizes awarded to the top four teams. ... [Read More…]
ICA to lead annual Golden Gala cultural event
The Indian Culture Association will have its annual Golden Gala starting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, inviting students, faculty, staff and the broader Abilene community to experience Indian culture. The event will feature cultural performances, authentic Indian cuisine and interactive activities that showcase Indian heritage. ICA officers said the ... [Read More…]
Fraternities, sororities begin the rushing process
Greek Life began its first round of open rushes this week, starting on Wednesday. The open rush rounds give students the opportunity to interact with various clubs and get a feel for where they belong. Some rush events are more activity-based, while others are about asking questions and interacting with as many people as possible. Greek ... [Read More…]
University celebrates first generation students breaking barriers
In celebration of First Generation Week, Trio SSS, an organization supporting first-generation students, organized events last week to provide opportunities for first-generation students to participate in campus life, bond over shared backgrounds, and access support services. Ana Rodriguez, a senior biology major from Manor, serves as president ... [Read More…]
Omicron Xi Chi probates honor tradition, legacy
Omicron Xi Chi inducted three new members into their sorority during its probate last Tuesday night. This probate class is called “The Essence” and initiated the sixth class of OXC. OXC’s mission is to enhance the ACU experience for black women while maintaining and welcoming inclusion for all women. Jacqueline Garcia Torres, senior ... [Read More…]
Senate passes series of resolutions aimed at improving campus life, transparency
The Student Government Association passed four resolutions and one bill during its Senate meeting on Wednesday. The resolution addresses campus Wi-Fi privacy, vending machine access, Chick-fil-A rewards, building maintenance and community engagement initiatives. SGA President Tamil Adele, senior criminal justice major from Midland, said this ... [Read More…]
Fire in WPAC leads to more flooding
A fan caught fire in the Williams Performing Arts Center late Tuesday night, leading to more flooding after a pipe burst earlier this week. Late Tuesday night, one of the dehumidifiers caught fire. The dehumidifier was there to help dry instruments from a burst pipe that flooded the practice rooms and instrument storage rooms on Sunday. Although ... [Read More…]
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