By Melanie J. Knox, Opinion Editor When Jack Scott graduated from ACU in 1954 with a degree in Bible, he was named the "Outstanding Male Graduate." No one could have known then the truth the title foretold. This year, Scott, now a California state senator, has been named the "Outstanding Alumnus of the Year" by the Alumni Association. "He has ... [Read More…]
Dallas company filming at well-known ACU events: Production crew documenting a year of life at ACU
By Kyle Peveto, Arts Editor Cameramen brandishing huge high-definition cameras will be seen on campus throughout the year while documenting the life of ACU. Documentation of a year in the life of ACU will be produced as a film in part of the Centennial Vision of ACU. The finished product will accompany the celebration of ACU's 100th ... [Read More…]
Policies target foreign students: New data-gathering regulations involve national database
By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief The race for a more secure nation will have further effects on international students as the university begins complying with new federal regulations on tracking students who aren't American citizens. The new regulations do not require the school to gather any new information on its international students, said ... [Read More…]
Rap contest garners only two responses: Organizers debate whether to extend deadline to Feb. 24
By Joshua Parrott, Staff Writer The deadline for students to write a rap song between two and four minutes in length for the MC '03, Making Choices for Life rap contest has passed, leaving organizers disappointed that the contest has only two contestants. David Merrill, coordinator of Student Multicultural Enrichment/Career Services, said he had ... [Read More…]
Technical staff works behind the scenes: Students prepare Sing Song set
By Kyle Peveto, Arts Editor Behind the scenes of Sing Song, many are working, often around the clock, to produce this year's performance. The set, a very simple design compared to designs in years past, conveys the theme that runs throughout the production. "It's mostly about joy in the simple," said Kelly Sunderland, assistant technical ... [Read More…]
Money attends international prayer breakfast in Washington: Bush, Rice speak at event; more than 2,500 people attend
By Kyle Peveto, Arts Editor President Royce Money was a guest at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., Feb. 6. More than 3,500 people from 150 nations attended the breakfast, which took place at a Washington Hilton. President George W. Bush and National Security Advisor Condoleeza Rice both spoke at the prayer meeting that Dr. Money ... [Read More…]
Students protest lack of involvement in Chapel: About 65 attend; effects of alternate program uncertain
By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief A small group of students sat on the university mall Tuesday morning and conducted a chapel in protest of what they said is a lack of student involvement in recent Chapel decisions. "Worship on the Mall" attracted about 65 students, and its organizers said they were happy with the turnout. "I was pleased," ... [Read More…]
Campaign raises funds
By Jaci Schneider, Staff Writer Members of the Portland, Ore., Spring Break Campaign used creative means to raise $150 by appealing to college students' love for pizza and doughnuts, but they still have a lot of money to raise before they can leave for their trip. Portland SBC members sold orders of Krispy Kreme doughnuts to students last week to ... [Read More…]
Some clubs fail to meet size limits: Past Sing Song champs won’t be on stage this year
By Jonathan Smith, Staff Writer Several social clubs will not be participating in Sing Song this year because of size and time limitations. Tri Kappa Gamma, Delta Chi Rho, Phi Beta Epsilon, Pi Kappa and Trojans are among the clubs that won't be participating because they do not meet the 40-member minimum. Tri Kappa Gamma currently has 16 ... [Read More…]
Advisers warn against overusing loans: Racking up credit on off-campus stuff could prove costly
By Sarah Carlson, Student Reporter Car payment: $315; share of rent: $127.25; groceries: $109.46; Sing Song: $40. Using student loans to cover these items: not so priceless. Many students are using student loans to cover the cost of items outside of tuition, which is legal, but financial aid advisers are warning them to be careful. For some ... [Read More…]
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