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Committee presents core course proposal: Faculty could vote on curriculum change by the end of this semester

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By Sarah Carlson, Arts Editor Faculty were presented with three scenarios for changing curriculum before the start of the semester by the General Education Review Committee, which is reviewing the university's core courses for the first time in 15 years. Dr. Jeff Arrington, associate dean of Campus Life and chair of the committee, said the ... [Read More…]

Winter weather just warming up

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By Mitch Holt, Staff Writer Throughout this season, the United States has seen quite a variety of weather patterns, both wintry and warm. The New Jersey area, which is familiar with snow, has experienced a mild, sunny winter so far. "Winter in New Jersey can be very unpredictable," said Deborah Howe, sophomore music major from Colts Neck, N.J. ... [Read More…]

Pledging commences: Three men’s social clubs to participate

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By Mitch Holt, Staff Writer This semester, three men's social clubs are conducting spring pledging: Delta Chi Rho, Frater Sodalis and Trojans. An interest meeting will take place in the Living Room of the Campus Center on January 15 at 5:15 p.m., said Mike Spell, social club adviser. The meeting is for any eligible male interested in joining any ... [Read More…]

Arrington moves to Campus Life as associate dean: Former associate dean of Arts and Sciences chosen for new position

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By Jonathan Smith, Editor in Chief Dr. Jeff Arrington was appointed associate dean of Campus Life last week-a new position that will oversee four areas of the office. The director of each area in Campus Life-La Shae Sloan in Student Services, Mark Lewis in Student Life, Dr. Jan Meyer in Student Leadership and Dr. Mimi Barnard in Residence Life ... [Read More…]

Survey shows most employees happy at university

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By Mallory Sherwood, Features Editor Faculty and staff members might find more reason to smile in the future. Change is on its way. Results released from a survey completed by the faculty and staff in the 2004 fall semester indicate that some of ACU's policies might need to change to lift employees' spirits after a year of difficult financial ... [Read More…]

University begins planting pecan grove: Administrators say trees will improve entrance to campus

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By Sarah Carlson, Arts Editor Construction on a new pecan grove along Judge Ely Boulevard, across from the main entrance of the university, began during the winter break, and the trees will be planted in the fall, said Kevin Watson, associate vice president for administrative services, in an e-mail. "This will improve the look and feel of campus ... [Read More…]

Officers can now receive paycheck instead of scholarship

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By Jonathan Smith, Editor in Chief The Students' Association twice voted to amend its bylaws and approved guidelines for a student leadership scholarship Wednesday in one of Congress' most productive meetings of the semester. After executive officers prepared members for a potentially marathon meeting, Congress-in near unanimous agreement on most ... [Read More…]

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Forensics focuses on fun: Debate team works to qualify for nationals next summer

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By Mallory Sherwood, Staff Writer For most, it would be about the trophy, the bragging rights or the sense of pride. Not in Abilene. For ACU's nationally ranked forensic team, this is what it all comes down to: team camaraderie, fellowship and friendship. The forensic team might not have advanced to nationals in Lincoln-Douglas debate at the ... [Read More…]

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