By Lydia Melby, Arts Editor Maybe since I came to ACU expecting only bouncing tumbleweeds, numerous ranches and cowboys and churches on every corner, I was not looking forward to much of a music scene. But who would have thought that ACU, and even more, Abilene would have a great music scene that features many styles other than a cappella and ... [Read More…]
Sporting events provide community atmosphere
By Molly Byrd, Assistant Copy Editor I have grown up finding every excuse possible to skip out on going to football games. My mom has never been a big sports fan. Heck, even my dad was never found stretched out in a La-Z-Boy chair watching Monday Night Football. This year, I actually attended my first Super Bowl game party. Some may call me ... [Read More…]
Chapel should be optional
I never understood the reason behind making attendance mandatory. I understand that ACU has the right to make people go to Chapel since it is a private school, but that doesn't answer the question of why you would want people in Chapel who do not want to be there in the first place. Furthermore, if we cannot complain about having to go to ... [Read More…]
VanRheenen’s dedication leaves long-lasting effects
Few students know what a Provost is. Any definition given by a faculty member translates as academic jargon that students recognize is important, but that is about it. In student-friendly terms, the Provost oversees all department chairs and is responsible for scholarship programs and student and academic sections at the university. For example, ... [Read More…]
SA Congress’ effectiveness requires student input
By Tanner Knauth, Page Editor Read Comments The votes have been cast, and the student body has new leadership for the Students' Association Congress. But now what? Next year's Congress has, admittedly, the undesirable task of following a student government marked by controversy. The closed meetings and impeachment have been well chronicled, ... [Read More…]
Fox broadcasts deplorable bias
By Ryan Self, Student Reporter Read the Comments It pains me to say this, especially as someone who was glued to Fox News his freshman year, but I recently have come to the conclusion that much of the political commentary on the cable news channel is biased. Or at the very least, not fair and balanced. Fox News initially was created by Roger ... [Read More…]
ACU staff deserves respect from students, faculty
Sara Rodriguez works through the night. She washes windows. She vacuums carpets. Sometimes students are locked out of a building or leave an item in a locked room, and she has the opportunity to assist them. Although the job is not an easy one, ACU janitors like Sara say they are pleased with the respect they receive from those on campus. It is ... [Read More…]
Political opinion should transcend party lines
By Colter Hettich, Features Editor Fox News and CNN do not have flags. The Orange County Register and the New York Times do not have anthems or salutes. Do not pledge allegiance to them. Do not swallow every word that comes from any media outlet without question. Consider the cold, hard fact that humans write every word of the news - humans ... [Read More…]
True service avoids public celebration
By Sondra Rodriguez, Page Editor ACU forces us to serve. It gets us into the community a few times, gives us a comfortable glimpse of poverty and provides us enough time to snap a few pictures of ourselves laughing and hugging the impoverished. Unfortunately and inevitably, the beginning of the distortion of a heart of service begins with a ... [Read More…]
Student body must hold newly elected SA officers accountable
The Students' Association elections are over, the results are in and candidates finally can put away their megaphones, Snuggie YouTube videos and "bridge the gap" buttons. But while winning candidates can take a break from campaigning, their work is far from complete. Congratulations to you: President Charles Gaines, Vice President Tony Godfrey ... [Read More…]
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