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Anything but gray

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The clock ticks as six students from the Department of Art and Design showcase their talent at the senior art show. The show, entitled Gray Matter, will open in the Shore Art Gallery on Friday. Gray Matter is the part of the brain that routes stimuli from your senses in order to create a response. "We wanted something that would go with the brain ... [Read More…]

Hallowed Halls: Moody Coliseum

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Moody Coliseum stands at the center of Abilene Christian University - literally and figuratively. Indoor athletics, Sing Song, Chapel and Summit all call the cavernous arena home. More than 40 years after its completion, Moody remains at the heart of all things ACU. The arena has undergone several makeovers during the years. Today, the arena seats ... [Read More…]

Siggies, Kinsmen take first Sing Song Cup

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"Phiwalkers," cupcakes and the British Royal Guard yelled, screamed and cheered as the Sing Song 2010 winners were announced Saturday night. "I feel like everyone was at their top tonight," said Megan Faver Hartline, senior English major from Lufkin. "They just put on a great show." In the women's division, Sigma Theta Chi swept all categories ... [Read More…]

Third generation brings tradition home for Hunter

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Sing Song is a family affair for many students and alumni, but this year is particularly special for one family. Bob Hunter, senior vice president emeritus, will watch his first grandchild perform this weekend - more than 50 years after he organized the first ACU Sing Song. "It's so wonderful. We very much hoped we would someday have a ... [Read More…]

Winners to receive trophies for vocal victories

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For the first time in Sing Song's history, winners in each category will receive a tangible award - trophies will be awarded for the best overall performance in the men's, women's and mixed voice categories. The trophies will be presented on stage to the winning acts at the end of the performance, said Tom Craig, director of student productions ... [Read More…]

Campus Conversation invites controversy

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By Alan Cherry Moody Coliseum may hold the answer for questioning students looking for a Chapel to attend on Tuesdays. 2010 is the recently launched Campus Conversation led by Dr. Steven Moore, assistant professor of English, and Kevin Claypool, residence director for Edwards Hall. "[2010] is meant to be about addressing controversial issues ... [Read More…]

Wildcats split games with Angelo State

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The Wildcats earned a huge win against the Rambelles on Saturday, 77-59, while the men's team dropped a tough game to the Rams, 85-70. The women's win was critical in order to stay in the running for the Lone Star Conference Championship in Bartlesville, Okla. The Wildcats improved to 5-3 in the South Division, and the loss drops Angelo State to ... [Read More…]

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