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Box found, possibly held James’ bones: Scientists confirm the box is 19 centuries old

October 30, 2002 by Kyle Peveto

By Kyle Peveto, Staff Writer A limestone burial box that may have held the bones of James, the brother of Jesus, was made public last week. The box, or ossuary, was dated to A.D. 63 by scientists and was confirmed to be at least 19 centuries old by the Israeli government's geological survey. Inscribed on the box in Aramaic was "James, son of ... [Read More…]

The break is about adjectives

October 23, 2002 by Joel Weckerly

Weck's World You've all been waiting for it. Face it; you've had the dates Oct. 24-27 circled on your calendars for weeks. It's amazing how quickly it comes, and even more amazing is how it comes at such an opportune time. Don't hold your breath anymore-fall break is here! Thursday afternoon after class the ACU campus will become deserted, as all ... [Read More…]

Campaigns grapple with insurance

October 23, 2002 by Paul A. Anthony

By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief As Texas' insurance crisis continues, a policy change from one of the university's providers could cause problems for those renting cars with university funds. This includes those intending to travel on Spring Break Campaigns and departmental trips. Traveler's Insurance now only provides liability insurance to ... [Read More…]

Request fund intact with term half done: $5,788 left after SA grants to Rodeo Club, Frater Sodalis

October 23, 2002 by Paul A. Anthony

By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief The Students' Association Wednesday quickly and unanimously approved a total of $6,210, bringing the Student Request Fund down to about $5,788.77 about halfway through the semester. Shades step squad, College Republicans, Frater Sodalis and the Student Action Leadership Team all received money in closed-door ... [Read More…]

‘It’ll be a real honor’: COBA nears the end of a 5-year push for accreditation

October 23, 2002 by Kyle Peveto

By Kyle Peveto, Staff Writer The College of Business Administration is nearing the end of a five year process to become accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. COBA is in the fourth year of candidacy for accreditation and is beginning a self-evaluation to submit a report with the AACSB in May. In October of 2003 ... [Read More…]

Williams Center nears completion

October 18, 2002 by Paul A. Anthony

By Paul A. Anthony, Editor in Chief The university's $16 million performing arts center is expected to be complete by the end of this month, with the exception of carpet-laying and some minor additions, university officials say. The completion of Williams Performing Arts Center, which was begun May 1, 2001, means more office space for other ... [Read More…]

Rasco selected as one of parade’s marshals: FCS chair was Homecoming Queen 50 years ago

October 18, 2002 by Lori Bredemeyer

By Lori Bredemeyer, Student Reporter When Marianna Yarbrough was crowned Homecoming queen, she didn't anticipate becoming royalty again 50 years later. She was selected Homecoming Queen in 1952, and this year, Dr. Marianna Rasco was selected to be one of two grand marshals in this year's Homecoming Parade. She said she did not expect to be voted ... [Read More…]

Students have mixed feelings as Iraq war looms

October 18, 2002 by Melanie J. Knox

By Melanie J. Knox, Page Editor President Bush Wednesday signed the authorization he had received from both the House and the Senate last week to declare war on Iraq. Bush has been talking to the United Nations about the possibility of war, and the issue has caused controversy throughout the nation and at ACU, as well. Many students are torn ... [Read More…]

Taylor ranked with top schools: Two groups rank it as one of Texas’ top 42 elementary schools

October 18, 2002 by Kyle Peveto

By Kyle Peveto, Staff Writer Taylor Elementary School was named one of the best performing schools in Texas for the second year. Taylor, which is located across East North 16th Street from Gardner and Sikes halls, was listed by the Texas Business and Education Coalition and Just for the Kids as one of the top 42 elementary schools in the ... [Read More…]