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Unfortunate events reveal caring community

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By Laura Acuff, Opinion Editor Mondays are not good days for me. Maybe Mondays are bad for everyone. They always come as a slap in the face - after a weekend of enjoyment, the sharp reminder that the fun only lasted two days, three with luck, and we'll have to wait another five before relaxing again. All in all, I don't suppose many people enjoy ... [Read More…]

iPhones present new challenges, addictions

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By Ryan Self, Guest Columnist Hello, my name is Ryan Self, and it has been 14 minutes since I last used my iPod touch. I suffer from ISAS or iPod Separation Anxiety Syndrome, which is characterized by the incessant need to interact with an iPhone or iPod touch, regardless of setting, for extended periods of time. I know I am not alone in my ... [Read More…]

Exemptions reward learning

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If a student has a high grade and good attendance, I agree that the final shouldn't be very hard for them. But personally, I have had classes where my grade has consisted of nothing more than a few essays written throughout the semester. That sort of grading policy is great for someone like me that is a horrid test taker. I can know every bit of ... [Read More…]

Teachers deserve more recognition

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By Lydia Melby, Arts Editor They are people you see every day. They smile at you, ask you how your weekend was and usually are interested in your well-being. They may be some of the most influential people in your life, and, if you choose, you could learn so much from them. However, since they are available all the time, I find most people our age ... [Read More…]

Couples should normalize holiday’s appreciation

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By Sommerly Simser, Multimedia Managing Editor Valentine's Day is upon us. That means the endless amount of heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, flowers, teddy bears, cards and empty wallets are back too. Try to hold your shock, but I've never been a big fan of Valentine's Day. Even I sometimes think this beauty queen who loves romance is the perfect ... [Read More…]

Students should endeavor to enjoy Sing Song experience

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As the spring semester begins, so does one of the longest-standing traditions at ACU. Started in 1956 by Dr. Bob Hunter, Sing Song is the largest student production on campus, involving nearly one-third of the student body. But despite the high involvement, Sing Song does not necessarily bring the joy to students one might expect. Instead, some ... [Read More…]

NAACP reminds nation of equality’s importance

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By Daniel Johnson-Kim, Editor in Chief When it comes to political groups, one easily can get lost in the flood of acronyms. There is the Amendment-defending ACLU, the American Civil Liberties Union.Save yourself the embarrassment of confusing the ACLU with the Ronald Reagan-loving ACU, the American Conservative Union. Then there is the army of ... [Read More…]

Efforts to save planet prove lofty, miniscule

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By Michael Freeman, Managing Editor Superheroes can leap over skyscrapers, halt bullets in mid-air and save the world. We, on the other hand, cannot - no matter how many energy-efficient light bulbs we screw into our light sockets. You would think that would be quite evident, but an e-mail I received last month from University Park apartments ... [Read More…]

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