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People with autism are not puppies in a park

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A person with autism should not be treated like a little puppy that you see at the park, pet and love on for two minutes, then walk away from, not thinking about again. Unlike a dog, people with autism know what’s going on- they have minds and feelings. As for the everyday reality of autism, it is something that cannot be defined by a brief ... [Read More…]

We’re here to endorse endorsements

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For decades, newspapers have endorsed candidates running for political positions in an attempt to start the conversation about the race. Most backlash comes from readers who argue it’s an abuse of power for newspapers to endorse, but endorsements are a necessary part of an editorial staff's duties. In the wake of Student Government ... [Read More…]

To ACU Athletics: thank you for the best four years

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Realizing it was my last game to shoot for the university, I held back tears as I walked from the March Madness stage to the press conference area. As I listened to head coach Joe Golding talk about the experience and the three seniors express gratitude for the program, the tears started to flow. I couldn't tell you exactly why, but looking ... [Read More…]

Why the fine arts should be recognized

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Sporting events are some of the most attended and watched spectacles in the United States. According to Fortune.com, the amount of viewers for Super Bowl LIII reached 103.4 million, even if ratings decreased since the last year's super bowl. The market for sports is one of the biggest industries around the world. Each year we get a new ... [Read More…]

‘One of the coolest moments ever’

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-by Amy Boone I have the interesting and honored perspective of living with the person who broadcasts ACU athletic events. My husband Grant spends countless hours on the road and on campus getting know know players, coaches and various teams at ACU. He brings the games to life and asks questions in interviews that help fans get to know the ... [Read More…]

Student athletes should get paid

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Have you ever had a job but never gotten paid for it? No, obviously not, because that's not how it works. You work, you produce and you get paid for it. This is exactly what student athletes do, but without the pay. As a student athlete going to school full time and playing basketball, life is basically like having two jobs, but with no income ... [Read More…]

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