I'd like to speak in reference to the "women's chapel" ACU women were subjected to this Tuesday. Let me first remark that I am in no way attempting to disparage the women who led Chapel. I do not know them or their views on female equality in the church, and it is not my goal to criticize their worship style. My complaint is with the choice of ... [Read More…]
Patriotism, faith should remain strong always
As the one-year anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks approaches, the president and media are trying to rekindle the patriotism and spirituality that swelled in the days following the tragedy. We are encouraged to attend a place of faith and hold hands in prayer, pray for our country. American flags will once again pop up around the ... [Read More…]
Lori’s Story: Think before you say things you’ll regret
By Lori Bredemeyer, Student Reporter R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Find out what it means to me. R-E-S-P-E-C-T... As the words of Aretha Franklin echo in my head, I can't help but speculate on how and why society has lost respect. Whether a person is being inattentive, discourteous, or just plain rude, I've witnessed many instances in the past couple of ... [Read More…]
Your Voice: Student handbook addresses Christian reason for ACU’s dress code
The Optimist of Aug. 30 calls for someone, either an administrator or faculty member, to explain the reasons behind ACU's dress code so that the students will at least understand why it was created in the first place. This is a reasonable request. Although I have only been at ACU for two years and was not around when the rules were written, I ... [Read More…]
MLB should go a step farther
Despite a close call, the baseball season is safe after players and owners finally settled baseball's latest power struggle last week. And that's a good thing, too. Another strike would have destroyed the integrity of a game already besieged with steroid scandals, budget problems, commissioner incompetence and the New York Yankees. One of the ... [Read More…]
Column Like I See ‘Em: Take me out to the bowl game
By Steve Holt, Opinion Editor Is anyone else sick of this Major League Baseball mess? I sure am. Baseball has lost all nostalgic value, and its rich history is the only factor that doesn't completely turn fans off from it. If you ask me, it's time for a new national pastime. One could say football is taking the front seat in American sports and ... [Read More…]
Encounter with Afghan changed perspectives
By Melanie J. Knox, Page Editor As I Wish He fidgeted nervously on the train seat. Several times, he stopped an attendant to make sure he was on the right train, pointing to a piece of paper with the name of his stop; he didn't speak the language. He was very thin, with dark eyes, hair and skin and had only a small suitcase with him. Three of ... [Read More…]
Column Like I See ‘Em: Missionary finally gains his reward
By Steve Holt, Opinion Editor A rough-looking man approaches an older man in Seattle, demanding his wallet. Seeing through to the man's heart and need for salvation, the older man said, "You don't need to be a thief. Let me give you my wallet." This was Stanley. While boarding an airplane, a drunk clumsily throws his overcoat into the overhead ... [Read More…]
Kidnappings this summer overhyped
Media coverage of this summer's rash of kidnappings has been both exaggerated and unnecessary. In a year where kidnappings are actually down by more than 4 percent, media coverage is up, so much so that one can hardly flip through cable channels without catching a "Breaking News" story on CNN or a "FOX News Alert" as they show another missing ... [Read More…]
Take instruction from older ACU students
By Joshua Parrott, Sports Writer Ah, to be a freshman. Thinking back on all of my experiences as a first-year college student, to say all I have gone through in my time at ACU has been full of tremendous joy would be a lie. A huge, nasty lie. Over the course of two-plus years I have changed my major once, struggled to find decent jobs, ... [Read More…]