Since the addition of the Lunsford Foundation trail to Abilene Christian University in 2005, students have had a place to exercise and fellowship in community during evening hours. However, the Lunsford trail's overall safety needs to be brought into consideration. ACU Police Department's Police Chief, Jimmy Ellison, has said the Lunsford is a ... [Read More…]

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have quickly become what experts call the greatest food industry debate in history. Proponents claim greater, stronger crops. Those against say they hurt everyone, from the farmer to the consumer, both economically and physically. No matter what side you're on, we have the right to know if GMOs are in their ... [Read More…]

Over spring break I traveled to New York City. That's right, the big apple, but it wasn't all glitz and glamour. As a part of the Wildcats serving NYC group, I saw more than just Times Square and Fifth Ave. 12 of us spent six nights in the Bronx. We woke up every morning to catch subway trains or walk a few blocks. In order to buy food and other ... [Read More…]

In the 2015 North American League of Legends Challenger Series, we saw the first ever female pro gamer make it to the finals of the LCS. But because of the harassment she's faced, she questions if she'll stay playing in the LCS or move on. Her team went on to win the LCS 2015 Challenger Series. She did go on to start playing the 2016 season of ... [Read More…]

During the early 1900s, the United States of America was referred to as the world's melting pot due to the variety of cultures searching for what many referred to as the American Dream. Although that was almost a century ago, the pursuit of the American Dream still exists today; in fact in 2013 it was estimated that 41.3 million immigrants lived in ... [Read More…]

As spring blooms its first petals, chirps its first song and shines its first warm rays on the golden brick paths, one agonizing hunt begins to settle upon campus. A dark, deep, foggy and, perhaps, terminal event lurks around the corners of April and May; Spring Formal. Women and men search like hunters for the perfect date, perfect outfit, ... [Read More…]

Local music scenes have a huge impact on the culture of an area. The art of music brings people closer together. The Abilene scene is one that is heavily influenced by young adults, thanks to the many high schools, colleges and universities in the area. But it does not stop there. There are several all-ages places for students to enjoy local ... [Read More…]

In 2004, I went to an outdoor rally for former President George W. Bush in Albuquerque. I remember that I was cold and that my dad bought me hot chocolate. I have no idea what Bush talked about. But I remember writing in my Barbie diary that it wasn't fair that 8-year-olds couldn't vote. I couldn't wait to be 18 so I could support Bush just like my ... [Read More…]

Video-games are often dismissed as child's-play, it should be acknowledged that there are real benefits to engaging in virtual reality. All college students should take some time to unwind and interact with the gaming community. With ACU recently adding a competitive video-game, namely Super Smash Bros., to the list of intramural sports, ... [Read More…]