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PESSIMIST: YikYak launches “YikYak Match,” Immediately causes emotional chaos across campus

April 1, 2026 by Optimist Staff Leave a Comment

The popular anonymous app across campus, YikYak, launched its newest feature this week: YikYak Match, an anonymous matchmaking tool that pairs users based on proximity, mutual vibes and, allegedly, “shared chaos energy.” Within hours of its release, students across campus reported a noticeable spike in both excitement and immediate regret. “I ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: The Faternity of Galaxy reveals partnership with OpenAI

April 1, 2026 by Optimist Staff Leave a Comment

The Faternity of Galaxy revealed Wednesday that they have entered into an official, eight-year sponsorship agreement with OpenAI, the powerhouse company behind ChatGPT and other generative AI tools. OpenAI’s sponsorship coordinator, Adam Standler, reached out to the club after records revealed that Galaxy was in the top 10% of users, averaging ... [Read More…]

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Optimist Print Edition 04.01.26 – The Pessimist

April 1, 2026 by Optimist Staff Leave a Comment

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PESSIMIST: Feral cats suspected in campus ‘pi*sing’ incidents

April 1, 2026 by Optimist Staff Leave a Comment

What began as a string of late-night “leak” incidents in Wessel Hall has taken a turn as new evidence suggests the culprits may not be students at all. They may be cats. After weeks of speculation surrounding the now-infamous trash can incidents and the rise of the @ACU_Pisser Instagram account, sources close to the investigation say a group ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: University searches for new mascot after Willie the Wildcat is drafted

April 1, 2026 by Optimist Staff Leave a Comment

University senior leadership confirmed today that Willie the Wildcat has been drafted and will be deployed overseas for multiple years of service. According to officials, he already “feels the need, the need for speed.” The announcement came in a brief statement from Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, who described Willie as “honored ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: Lego joins SGA to piece together Wessel kit

April 1, 2025 by Optimist Staff

In an effort to expand the products offered by the Campus Store, the Student Government Association has announced a partnership with Lego, the Campus Store and its president. The first product released will be a 1000-1 model of Wessel Hall with an exclusive SGA President Josh Springer figurine.  “I’m ecstatic to be featured in the set,” Springer ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: Fake News: Trump blames the Bean for missing campus cats

April 1, 2025 by Optimist Staff

Chaos erupted on campus last week after a surprise stop by President Donald Trump, where he made a shocking claim during his speech in front of Moody. “They’re eating the dogs, they’re eating the cats,” Trump said while pointing to the bean. “It’s terrible! Just terrible! Worse than China.”  The ACU Feral Cat Initiative immediately issued a ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: Fuzzy’s curse strikes Athletics once again

April 1, 2025 by Optimist Staff

After signing NIL deals with Fuzzy’s Taco, Wildcat quarterback Maverick McIvor and guard Dontrez Williams both entered the transfer portal. “It was an easy decision,” McIvor said. “Football is great, but have you ever had one of these things?” Williams was just as fired up about the tacos. “I watched film, I studied my options, and I realized ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: ACU athletics to move ‘Touchdown Jesus’ to stadium

April 1, 2025 by Optimist Staff

After the departure of key offensive players on the ACU football team, the department of athletics has decided to move the “Touchdown Jesus” statue from the Lunsford trail to the football field.  The team went 9-5 last season and won the United Athletic Conference and a first-round playoff game. But the team will be without key players, Maverick ... [Read More…]

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PESSIMIST: Ear splitting fun: CAB hosts campus silent disco

March 31, 2025 by Optimist Staff

The Campus Activities Board approached this year's silent disco a little differently, earning the title of the loudest silent disco ever attempted. What started as a fun twist on the traditional silent disco ended with two students hospitalized, angry residents and pages of police reports. On Friday, the Campus Center filled with hundreds of ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Class Division:

Overall Award:
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Sing Song 2026 Awards Women’s Division:

Overall Award:
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2. Sigma Theta Chi
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