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The memoirs of a procrastinator

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I used to be a motivated, disciplined person. I turned things in on time. I never missed a class. I actually did the assigned reading and had never laid eyes on the demonic destroyer of literature that is Sparknotes. That was before. It was before Fall Break, when I was hopeful and naive, telling myself that "this semester will be ... [Read More…]

Coan: Referees should enforce Waterball rules

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By Grace Coan, sophomore Ad/PR major from Colleyville Waterball has become one of the most popular sports here at Abilene Christian University. Students varying from different social clubs, majors and classifications participate in this epic event. The players on the "field", an indoor swimming pool, wait eagerly for the sound of the whistle ... [Read More…]

Why I need a demotivational speaker to set the standards

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I'm pretty tired of people trying to motivate me. Now before I explain, I do believe we all need people who encourage us to create dreams and go after them, especially at this formative stage in our lives. But, if it isn't coming from someone I know wants the best for me, personally, it's empty. If you're getting paid to tell me how great I can ... [Read More…]

Respect for Chapel is a two-sided issue

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1,650 minutes per semester. 1,650 minutes ACU asks of its students, to sit and soak in what has been planned from the start of the bells to the closing, "You're dismissed." The mandatory credit count is a constant source of iPhone game-time and gripes. But lately, Chapel-going has grown a little more painful. Last Thursday, the evening ... [Read More…]

Why I need a demotivational speaker to set the standards

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I'm pretty tired of people trying to motivate me. Now before I explain, I do believe we all need people who encourage us to create dreams and go after them, especially at this formative stage in our lives. But, if it isn't coming from someone I know wants the best for me, personally, it's empty. If you're getting paid to tell me how great I ... [Read More…]

Going against the dating lifestyle

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I'm single. As a matter of fact, I've always been single. I've never had a girlfriend in my life. So, since I am a third culture kid, an illustrator and single, I think I can offer a special look at dating and relationships. Is it just ACU or do all colleges push students to start dating? It does puzzle me that people think their only chance ... [Read More…]

Thanksgiving break not much to be thankful for

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Thanksgiving already gets overshadowed by the Christmas rush. Some people seem to think the calendar skips from October to December. For example, Starbucks broke out the red holiday coffee cups the day after Halloween. To add insult to injury, ACU students are only given three days off from class to celebrate Thanksgiving. This is not enough ... [Read More…]

If my life were a TV show

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Back in August, I wrote a column called "Real life is not like TV." I love TV as much as the next person and keep up with several series religiously. And, since I know that my real life will never resemble a TV show, I can let my imagination run free. In a perfect world, this is what I think my life would be like if it became a TV show: The ... [Read More…]

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