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Forums to discuss sexuality, prepare students for the arrival of the Soulforce Equality Ride

March 10, 2006 by Denton Josey

By Denton Josey, Student Reporter A few days before Soulforce steps on campus, the Spiritual Life Core will begin discussion about how to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds. Kelly Sisson and Anna Radomsky, Co-directors of Coffee House, will plan a forum for any students interested in discussing alternative lifestyles. The forum, ... [Read More…]

Attendance less than hoped for ‘sacred’ week

March 10, 2006 by Jared Fields

By Jared Fields, Sports Editor Sacred Relationships Week came to an end Monday, lasting two weeks with four speakers. The week included presentations from Everett Worthington, professor of psychology at Virginia Commonweath University; Gary Thomas, director for the Center of Evangelical Spirituality; and Dennis Lowe and Emily Scott-Lowe from ... [Read More…]

Wildcat Week of Service asks students, alumni, faculty and staff serve during spring break

March 10, 2006 by Jaci Schneider

By Jaci Schneider, Copy Editor Spring Break Campaign members won't be the only people serving during spring break. The university is encouraging students and alumni to participate in the first Wildcat Week of Service. Betsey Craig, chair of the Public Relations Task Force for the Centennial who has been involved in planning and marketing the ... [Read More…]

Officials meet to decide if campaign rules were violated

March 10, 2006 by Mallory Sherwood Schlabach

By Mallory Sherwood, Managing Editor Elections for Students' Association executive officer positions begin after spring break, but a wrinkle in the campaigning process has already appeared. Last week, several potential candidates created Facebook.com support groups, and more than 150 members have already joined, despite the fact that campaigning ... [Read More…]

Jogging track closes some lot entrances

March 10, 2006 by Sarah Carlson

By Sarah Carlson, Arts Editor Construction on the Walk/Jog track has progressed around the perimeter of campus to East North 16th Street, with an expected finish set for April. Temporary entrance closures for Sikes, Gardner, Nelson and McDonald residence halls can be expected at least through the week after spring break while the construction ... [Read More…]

Organization aims to mix ministry, nature in parks

March 8, 2006 by Kelsi Peace

By Kelsi Peace, Staff Writer Students eager to spend their summer enjoying nature and ministry were given the opportunity Monday to interview for a position with "A Christian Ministry in National Parks." Applicants were able to select three preferences from among 30 national parks in the United States that participate. Placement is dependent on ... [Read More…]

Sophomore halls to begin sign-ups, room assignments

March 8, 2006 by Jaci Schneider

By Jaci Schneider, Copy Editor Sophomore residence hall sign-ups will begin March 20 for Barret Hall and March 28 for all other halls. If freshmen want to live in a Living and Learning Community in Barret Hall next year, they must submit their applications by 5 p.m. the Monday after returning from spring break. Barret will house women in pods A ... [Read More…]

Doctors notice an increase in clinic traffic in wake of Sing Song

March 3, 2006 by Denton Josey

By Denton Josey, Student Reporter As spring break approaches, students aren't the only ones who will receive a respite from the work that comes with being on campus. The University Medical Clinic has also been busy all semester. The medical clinic has seen an average of 50-60 people a day in recent weeks. This is the time of year that nurse ... [Read More…]

Service Saturday projects focus on helping neighbors

March 3, 2006 by Nathan Driskell

By Nathan Driskell, Student Reporter Saturday, the university will send students out into the city for Service Saturday for the second time this semester, with a focus on its immediate neighbors. About a year ago, the Service Action Leadership Team redirected the majority of its service projects to aid the neighborhoods surrounding ACU, said ... [Read More…]

Icy weather lowers Lectureship numbers

March 3, 2006 by Jaci Schneider

By Jaci Schneider, Copy Editor Between 3,000 and 3,500 people attended the last Bible Lectureship to take place in February. Dr. Mark Love, director of Ministry Events, said although he has no way of knowing exactly how many people attended, the numbers seemed slightly less than average. "The evening theme lectures looked a little down," Love ... [Read More…]