The cheerleading squad will welcome 15-22 new members after their upcoming tryouts on April 7-8. As the cheer team continues to build its program with new sponsor and former Baylor cheerleader Megan Hector, team members say they look forward to adding more. Scholarships will be awarded to certain new members, depending on the amount of people on ... [Read More…]
Sharky’s remains a competitor to Chipotle
Sharky's Burrito Company has not been affected by the grand opening of Chipotle on Clack Street despite a potential for competition. Eddie Murillo, owner of Sharky's, said the restaurant regulars are still their regulars but he encourages them to try Chipotle because it is the first of its kind to come to town. "To be honest, I'm all for it," ... [Read More…]
Catholic bishop brings Ash Wednesday blessing to campus
Members of the Abilene community congregated at Chapel on the Hill for the ritual practice of Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. The service began with songs of worship and was led by a quick sermon preached by Bishop Michael Sis. Members of the congregation laughed and smiled as the sermon covered several questions asked during the time of ... [Read More…]
We’ve got spirit, how about you?
Rumors spread fast around ACU. But the most recent rumor involving president Phil Schubert dyeing his hair purple was confirmed by Schubert and director of athletics Lee De Leon earlier this week. The two said if 2,000 people attend the men's and women's double-header this Wednesday in Moody Coliseum, which will be the team's final home games of ... [Read More…]
Wildcats for Sustainability plans to bring recycling to campus
Wildcats for Sustainability is a student organization with the goal of bringing recycling to campus and helping with earth week. The students came together this semester to create a sustainable organization that would maintain an active presence because there wasn’t a support system to keep the club going in the past. Joshua M. Brokaw, ... [Read More…]
Cost cuts doom Pura Vida for closure
Pura Vida Salon and Spa, across Campus Court from the Administration Building, will close its doors on March 31. The university has decided that the cost of running the store does not benefit the school financially enough for it to remain open, said Steven Holley, vice president and chief business officer. He said the university soon will notify ... [Read More…]
BSA performance will tell the story of the black community for Black History Month
The Black Students Association is putting on its 18th annual Black History Month Production at 7 p.m. Friday. Far from a typical play, the performance is utilizing the skill sets of its members to tell the story of the black community. The production will feature acting, singing, dancing, spoken word, instruments, art and more to pull people in ... [Read More…]
Obituary: Wendell Broom
Known for wearing flowery Hawaiian shirts with dress shoes and wearing a long beard before it was cool, Wendell Broom focused on missions and loving others, rather than on appearances. He made an impact on two generations of students, but his influence spread across the world as far as Siberia. Broom, former professor of missions, died in Dallas ... [Read More…]
Students studying abroad respond to current American politics
The state of U.S. politics has long been a hot-button issue, but in recent months it seems as though the controversy surrounding our government has increased. However, for study abroad students spending the spring semester in Oxford and Leipzig, they get the unique opportunity to observe American politics while living in a different country. Dr. ... [Read More…]
Outlaws and Legends music festival to support local charity
The 7th annual Outlaws and Legends music festival will take place on March 31 and April 1. The festival will included performances by a variety of country music artists, such as Lee Ann Womack, Cody Johnson and ACU alumnus Mark Powell. The ticket price for the two-day festival will be $45 and includes concerts from 20 different ... [Read More…]
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