We've forgotten how powerful it is to keep our mouths shut. We forgot because we're forced to talk. I'm told my class average will suffer if I fail to speak up. What if I don't have anything to say? What if I don't want to spit out noise to ensure a class participation grade? What if I'd rather let my thoughts accumulate and open my mouth when I ... [Read More…]
Overworked students must take a break
An hour-long nap is a luxury enjoyed only by kindergarteners and household pets - for college students an hour might be a good night's sleep. Unfortunately, sleep deprivation is only the beginning of a "well-rounded" student's woes. Not all majors are created equal, but they all have homework. Professors assign projects, papers and readings on a ... [Read More…]
Acoustic melodies plague university
I have noticed a problem on this campus that has gone largely unnoticed by those in charge. Considering it has been an issue for quite some time, it is unsettling no one has addressed it. For years, male college students have been playing the acoustic guitar in strategic areas, trying to attract the opposite sex. They put a bandana on their head, ... [Read More…]
Introvert confronts misconceptions
This summer, I diagnosed myself with a condition I knew had been plaguing me since birth. This condition has affected my relationships with other people, my moods, my thought processes and even my sleeping habits. It is a condition few people will admit they have; some aren't even aware that they have it. But this summer I finally had to accept it: ... [Read More…]
Schubert demonstrates openness, humility
Enrollment was down. Again. Total enrollment had been on the decline since 2006. He could have chosen to not answer the questions; in fact, he could have refused a face-to-face interview and demanded the questions via email, where responses can be methodically worded. Instead, on Feb. 4, 2008, Executive Vice President Dr. Phil Schubert invited ... [Read More…]
Father introduces love of the game
I fell in love with baseball at an early age. I blame it on my dad. He made me my first glove when I was in kindergarten in preparation for T-ball. It was light pink, and I loved it. He started making gloves as a hobby about five years after he graduated from college. He played in a church softball league and started fixing teammates' gloves. ... [Read More…]
True confessions of a moochaholic
Free. Sample. Put the words together and you have a worthwhile experience with no commitment nor payment required. Tiny hand lotions, Southwest Airlines' peanuts, mini Bagel Bites - a day enhanced by a free sample is automatically a good day. Regardless of quality, or lack thereof, you should always take advantage of complimentary ... [Read More…]
ACUPD grateful for recognition
JIMMY ELLISON Chief of ACUPD Optimist staff: Thanks very much for the editorial on ACU ALERT. I'm not sure who all is responsible for selecting editorial topics, who has input, edits, etc., but today's editorial/opinion was factual, on point and very well-written. I appreciate the coverage and the positive light shone on ACU ALERT. Also, the ... [Read More…]
Haitian missionaries use rash judgment
In the weeks following the Haitian earthquake, money, medical supplies and volunteers poured into the country. While economists debated the merits of foreign aid, world leaders jumped at the chance to increase their soft power in the international community. The general public might have had the purest motives during the tragedy as they sent ... [Read More…]
Dopplegangers generate delusions
If you stumbled upon a little Web site known as Facebook last week, you may have observed a sudden boost in the attractiveness of many of your friends. Perhaps their smiles really did miraculously straighten and their features realigned to perfect proportion, but more than likely, your friends just changed their profile pictures to ... [Read More…]
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