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Musicians should not be expected to fit into one genre

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When someone asks what kind of music you like people typically answer with a specific genre. Country, pop, rap, indie, alternative, rock, the list goes on. As music has progressed throughout the years, artists have begun to experiment with new sounds and cross genres. But what makes up these genres? Is it the lyrics? The instrumentals? The ... [Read More…]

Why player compensation is detrimental to college sports

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The NCAA unanimously voted late in October to allow student-athletes to profit off of their name, image and likeness. For years, college athletes have been put on display in video games, national television and at the center of attention in a large arena or stadium. However, not a dime has been awarded to them. “We must embrace change to ... [Read More…]

Be wary of media’s impact on your views of politicians

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Social Media plays a large role in our everyday life. It is not a surprise that as you look around, you will see more and more individuals that are glued to their devices. Whether it is Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and many more of the social media apps, or falling victim to games such as candy crush, Pokemon go or Mario Kart. Whenever ... [Read More…]

Freshmen deserve just as much attention, if not more, as your friends do

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From time to time, I hear people complaining about their freshman year, whether it is about their classes, professors, friends or housing.  Accidentally listening in on these conversations makes me remember a lot of things about my own freshman year.  People might think I have nothing to say or no place to speak up because I’m only a sophomore, ... [Read More…]

Is the war on terror up for debate?

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Since the Persian Gulf War, the common depiction of the “enemy of America” has been the Islamic extremists. Our involvement in the Persian Gulf War, the war in Iraq and the war on terrorism has allowed this idea to blossom into fruition, to allow political candidates to target a growing cultural population in the states. Many people debate ... [Read More…]

Readjusting: Abroad to Abilene

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Studying abroad in Oxford, England were some of the best months of my life that I will treasure forever. This is my first semester transitioning back to ACU’s campus in Abilene, and it’s not worse, but it’s definitely different. We’ve all heard stories of post-travel depression and that is a very real thing for some. It is difficult to go from ... [Read More…]

Fall break serves a better purpose

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Here at ACU every fall semester, when the month of October hits students start counting down the days until we get to fall break. Fall break symbolizes that we have successfully made it through the first half of the semester. At this point getting a three day weekend is very well needed. However, some truly have a hard time understanding why  our ... [Read More…]

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