The historical insurrection that transpired on the Capitol grounds Jan. 6 displayed the polarizing viewpoints of American politics and the means by which those will go to invoke their beliefs. It was nothing short of a tragedy. However, violent riots have been displayed more often than both major parties are willing to admit in the past ... [Read More…]
To achieve unity, we need to start listening
There is no question that the current climate among Americans is tense and, as the Capitol Hill and 2020 riots show, even hostile. Although these behaviors have always been present, it seems that the last decade has seen an increase in tribal tendencies. We cling to the ankles of our political candidates, swear to personal and moral codes so ... [Read More…]
Quality online education requires lecturing and better communication
With the university handling new forms of teaching in light of COVID-19, many classes have been moved to an online format due to safety for the professors and students. Because of this unexpected transition, fewer guidelines were placed on class procedures. Some professors chose to have weekly Zoom lectures or discussions in lieu of the ... [Read More…]
ACU should normalize religious diversity
As ACU grows, it is beginning to evolve into a more diverse and inclusive community. With that being said, ACU students and professors need to prepare more than ever for students who come from different backgrounds. Years ago, the typical ACU student came from a white upper-middle class Christian household. This is becoming less of the case. As ... [Read More…]
Begin preparing for one of the busiest semesters at ACU
The spring semester will be jam-packed with more sports and social events than ever before because of COVID-related postponements. Students should start preparing for what their year will look like. Basketball, softball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, tennis and track will all take place in one semester. This means that student athletes and ... [Read More…]
Wildcat basketball might be dancing again in March
After the almost eternal year of 2020, we have finally reached mid-December, which means conference play for ACU basketball is just around the corner. The last time either ACU basketball teams played a Southland Conference game was in March of this year. Both teams were looking forward to start the conference tournament with hopes of winning ... [Read More…]
Administration should incentivize faculty to read student evaluations
Administration should incentivize faculty to read student evaluations, and students should be honest with their professors. Student opinion of instruction or student evaluations, is a way for students to anonymously evaluate and leave comments for their professors. At the end of every semester, students are sent evaluations via email that ask ... [Read More…]
Continue to fight against COVID-19 fatigue
COVID-19 fatigue is a real thing; we’ve been in this pandemic for eight months now. Whether or not you’ve gotten sick or even known someone who has gotten sick, coronavirus has left its effect on everybody. For college students specifically, it’s important to understand that this semester was completely not normal and exhausting. Zoom has taken ... [Read More…]
The holidays should not be “cancelled”
Celebrating holidays during this year has been quite the controversial topic. While at the height of the COVID-19 scare, it was almost the herd mindset that celebrations such as the Fourth of July were not going to be enjoyed as they had in the past, if at all. Local, state and federal governments recommended the nation to be as secluded as ... [Read More…]
Safe pledging is more important now than ever before
As the fall semester comes to a close, both fraternities and sororities are handing out their bids, which means pledging is near. For men that are already pledging and women who will be soon, it is important to remember that safety should be everyone's number one priority. It is no secret that underground pledging and hazing activities happen on ... [Read More…]
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