I never thought I'd get where I am from where I was. A year ago, I was a nervous freshman in a class filled with sophomores, learning how to write the basics of a news story. I didn't know if I'd be good at this reporting stuff, and the mere thought of interviewing people all over campus was enough stress to induce a chronic eye twitch. Just ... [Read More…]
Prayer is a necessary root
In a culture that values innovation and problem-solving, we've seen some exciting developments in the way we tackle social justice. Social entrepreneurship projects like TOMS shoes and the Red Thread Movement have permanently changed the way we think about missions. But sometimes I wonder if we are placing too much faith in our ability to make ... [Read More…]
The qualities of an awesome person
Due to the new responsibilities that I've had in college (*cough, Sing Song), the time in which I have no plans becomes more precious. Should I play Skyrim? Should I catch up on some sleep? One other thing I've done with my free time is socialize, but with such little time, I have to make the most of these moments by choosing top quality ... [Read More…]
Change can be the right decision
In a matter of five days, I dropped all of my spring semester classes, loaded my car with as much as I could fit, moved to Austin, physically wandered around looking for a job, bicycled further than I did all of last semester combined, accidentally walked into the state governor's office and was invited to my next door neighbors' Jewish fraternity ... [Read More…]
Our demand leads to celeb supply
Miley Cyrus is a genius. Yes I mean that literally and not in a sarcastic way. Before you write me off as a delusional teenage girl with a pathetic Hannah Montana obsession that has dictated her life since middle school, take a moment to think about the path Miley's life has taken. Two years ago, Miley was done. She'd enjoyed a brief reign as ... [Read More…]
The woes of Single Grinch Girls
Christmas trees and lights have been put back in attics, It's soon to be the Whos favorite holiday, well, their second-pick. And while every Who "¨down in Who-ville"¨ likes Valentines a lot, Single Grinch Girls,"¨with no sweethearts in Who-ville,"¨ do not. Grinch Girls hate Valentines! The whole romantic season! Now, please don't ask ... [Read More…]
The ACU Difference is the people
By Dylan Benac, senior political science major from Boerne and Students' Association president Our first week is nearing its end, and we are beginning to get back in to the swing of what it looks like to thrive or survive this thing we call college. There is a phrase thrown around on our campus that is known as the #ACUDifference. It can be ... [Read More…]
It’s not just the millennials
If you were smart, you came up with a game plan before Christmas break. You knew it was inevitable you'd be asked questions like "so what are you planning on doing after college?" or "what graduate programs are you looking at?" or even "is there a special boy/girl in your life, yet?" Often, it can be difficult to think of something to talk ... [Read More…]
New Year’s wipeout and realizations
After feeling like I accomplished a lot during 2013, on New Year's Day I learned a valuable lesson. I was with my extended family in Wolf Creek, Colo. on our bi-annual ski trip. First, let me point out that I'm no novice skier. I had my first lesson when I was three years old and have been skiing every other year since. I'm also no black ... [Read More…]
Saying goodbye to black and white
After five wonderfully hectic semesters, my time at the Optimist has come to a close. Walking into the newsroom three years ago, I couldn't have fathomed the impact this magical institution would have on my life. This place is my home and leaving it is like leaving a small piece of me behind. I have come a long way since the mild-mannered, ... [Read More…]
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