I spent the spring 2010 semester interning without a car, in Washington, D.C. Public transportation immediately became my best friend. Within days of my arrival, I had the public transportation system memorized, and the three-quarter-mile trek from my apartment to the nearest metro stop became the best part of my day. It was nine minutes I could ... [Read More…]
University fails to recognize Labor Day
In 1894, President Grover Cleveland sent federal troops to break up a strike held by labor unions against a railroad company in Chicago. The strike resulted in 13 dead workers and a political crisis that sparked debate nationwide. Cleveland responded to the mishap by taking measures to promote worker reconciliation - including the creation of a ... [Read More…]
Editorial Cartoon: 09.01.10
The Funny Funnies by Morgan Davis Sept. 1, 2010 Editorial Cartoon. "I want you in my Social Club" Go to The Funny Funnies Gallery ... [Read More…]
Coloradan adjusts to Texas life
Three years ago, a younger, more idealistic me considered the great country - I mean state - of Texas the last place on earth I would ever choose to live. Two weeks ago, an older, more realistic me made the 12 hour drive from Denver to Abilene to begin my third year at ACU. I came to Texas determined to cling to my Coloradan culture and leave, ... [Read More…]
Opinion: Schubert presidency promises greatness
In Monday's inauguration, Dr. Barry D. Packer, chairman of the Board of Trustees, said the Board of Trustees has prayerfully considered who to choose as president of ACU since 1906. "God has always blessed us with the right one to serve at the right time, and we believe it is true today," Packer said. We agree. In his inaugural address, Dr. Phil ... [Read More…]
Student resolves to be civil in Chapel
I hate it when people talk during Chapel. I'm not above whispering to a friend occasionally or finishing up a conversation during the first song, but when you can hear somebody blabbering from six seats over and three rows up, it's a little much. This past week has been great. I've hardly heard anybody talking during the speakers message and only ... [Read More…]
Opinion: It takes a village to finish a race
The marathon. It is a race born of legend. For the past hundred and fourteen years it has been the ultimate goal for millions of runners. People have died trying to run this race. It is a grueling 26.2 miles of nothing but you and the road. This race requires months of training. It takes mental dedication many would deem superhuman. The marathon ... [Read More…]
PRO: Religious freedoms basis for building Islamic center
Any argument for or against the building of a mosque close to ground zero cannot begin without first acknowledging the pain that is tied to the site. On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 innocent men and women were killed by religious fanatics who sought to inflict violence on a country they believed was at odds with their religious ideology. ... [Read More…]
CON: Community center insensitive to memory of 9/11
For many Americans, Sept. 11, 2001 is one of the most terrible and painful days they can remember. The thousands of families that were marred by the attacks can never be made whole again, and the landscape of the world, both culturally and emotionally, will never be the same. Now, because of that one act, people are questioning whether or not a ... [Read More…]
Student lists ten ways to effectively do nothing
This summer, I learned an essential life lesson I would like to share with you: I have come to the conclusion that doing nothing is often the best something. For those of you who lead busy lives, the art of doing nothing can provide a surge of energy and a boost of productivity. Making time for nothing is healthy; it is fulfilling, and it is ... [Read More…]
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