By Jonathan Smith, Managing Editor One-time Chapel exemptions are becoming rarer under the new attendance policy that allows students extra opportunities to receive Chapel credit, said Wayne Barnard, dean of Campus Life. "With a credit-based system it means that there is not the same need for giving as many one-time exemptions," Barnard said in ... [Read More…]
Two years later …: Sept. 11 memories vivid; scars remain
By Melanie J. Knox, Opinion Editor Only two years have passed since the terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001. The fiery images of planes crashing into towers, the Pentagon and a field will not soon be erased from the memories of many students. "I remember everything," said Kristi Lippert, sophomore psychology major from Cincinnati. "We were all in ... [Read More…]
Smith Hall looking for leader: Hall director Taylor accepts therapy position in Arizona
By Brian Roe, Staff Writer Smith Hall has a vacancy. ACU will be searching for a new Smith Hall director after John Taylor decided to take a position as a therapist at an eating disorder clinic in Wickenburg, Ariz. "It was a difficult decision to make because it is so far from Abilene, especially since I have lived here 20 years and my wife's ... [Read More…]
A better fit for students?: Student housing would become more flexible if approved by council
By Kyle Peveto, Page Editor The city of Abilene may raise the number of unrelated people who are allowed to live in one house from three to four residents next month. Employees within the development services department have researched other cities' policies concerning the issue and suggested raising the number. The issue will go before the ... [Read More…]
COBA’s long run to gain accreditation nears end
By Steve Holt, Staff Writer In one month, a five-year accreditation process in the College of Business Administration will end when a site team from the American Association of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) visits ACU. From Oct. 5-8, three individuals from the international accrediting association will observe all aspects of COBA, ... [Read More…]
Some raise questions in naming of senators
By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief Questions have been raised about the selection this summer of three senior class officers to Student Congress. Some current and former members of Congress have questioned both the wisdom and legitimacy of Students' Association resident Jonathan Wilkerson's appointment of the senators, who have not served in ... [Read More…]
Departments find ways to cut: Colleges choose different ways to handle across-the-board reduction
By Jonathan Smith, Managing Editor Financial difficulties forced all departments to cut their budgets by 8 percent for this school year. Departments could choose where the cut came from and have handled the cuts differently. Departments from the College of Arts and Sciences can take the money from either their operating budget or from money ... [Read More…]
Decorating the Halls: Mimi Barnard is turning lobbies into living rooms
By Melanie J. Knox, Opinion Editor Walking into the residence hall lobby is a little bit like walking into Wayne and Mimi Barnard's bedroom. Several of the residence hall lobbies are now reflecting the influence of Barnard's house, and the sage green on the lobby walls of Adams and Smith halls is identical to the color on the walls of the ... [Read More…]
Bean Sprout changes allow for focus on quality: Students appreciate specialty burgers, but miss variety
By Brian Roe, Student Reporter The Bean Sprout CafŽ has a new look, a new menu and new food items. The 2003 Bean Sprout is focused on specialty food, like hamburgers and chicken, with the focus on creating an identity and offering better quality over more quantity, according to Andre Allen, director of retail. Three basic items are offered: ... [Read More…]
Students establish Prayer Network across universities: Network wishes to hold prayer nights, block parties
By Kyle Peveto, Page Editor Rance Bland issued a challenge to all students Aug. 28. He presented his Prayer Network ministry to the student body during Chapel and asked students to work at unifying the college campuses in Abilene, reach out to the community and train the next generation of collegiate leaders. "I really want to see college ... [Read More…]
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