Two years ago to this coming Monday, my world was torn apart when my dear friend Anabel Reid was killed in a bus accident that injured 15 other students and faculty members. Her absence left a gaping hole in my life, the effects of which I still feel every single day. The ACU community has experienced too many losses because of automobile ... [Read More…]
Your guide to an (almost) free weekend in Abilene
One of the most common complaints among students regarding Abilene is that there isn't anything to do. Students are also limited by lack of money to participate in what is offered. While it's true that Abilene is a small town, there are plenty of things for students to do if they look for them. So, if you're looking for a fun way to spend the ... [Read More…]
Controversial Allegiant ending does series justice
"Allegiant," the highly anticipated conclusion to Veronica Roth's Divergent series, was released last week and sales have already exceeded the high expectations of publishers and fans alike. "Allegiant" picks up where "Insurgent" left off with the rise of the "factionless" and the reveal that the inhabitants of the city are actually part of a ... [Read More…]
Tennis to end season in Memphis
The ACU women's tennis is heading to Memphis, Tenn. this weekend. The women will be participating in their final tournament of the fall season at Memphis Fall Invitational. Micah Hermsdorf, senior ad/PR major from Spring, who went deep into the consolation bracket at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association's Texas Regionals, said there is more to ... [Read More…]
ACU host ‘Jacks in final home game
The ACU volleyball team will be hosting their final home game of the season this weekend. The Wildcats will be playing the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks who are 13-12 on the season and 5-7 in conference play. ACU enters the game with a 6-13 record and a 2-9 conference record. The 'Cats just came off a 3-0 conference win against New Orleans, ... [Read More…]
Chloe Susset runs like the Abilene wind
For Chloe Susset, running for the Abilene Christian cross country team is more than just staying in shape. Chloe grew up in a small town of Clery Vexin, France, with a population of about 420 people. She dreamed of traveling all over the world, and soon realized her ticket would be her legs. When she turned four years old she discovered her ... [Read More…]
Wildcats compete for Southland
After an intense 5-meet season, the ACU Cross Country team headed to Lake Charles, La. to compete in the Southland Conference Champion- ships today. The championship races will give the Wildcats an opportunity to finish a tough season with a state- ment: that cross country is once again ready to rise to the standards that have made the sport a ... [Read More…]
Students create Locks of Love fundraiser
An Intro to Business Venture Out Project caused a team of students to raise funds for Locks of Love. Through selling hair accessories the students want to raise funds and make the women of campus to look 'cute for a cause'. For their Intro to Business Venture Out Project, Kaitlyn Renner, freshman accounting major from Tuscola, and her team, ... [Read More…]
Students receive loan counseling for free
SALT is a new, free-of-charge program that ACU is introducing to help students manage their finances. SALT, founded by American Student Assistance, is now available to all ACU students and alumni. Miranda Heikes, financial aid representative in ACU Student Financial Services, explains the different services that SALT provides. "SALT is a ... [Read More…]
SA talks bills, budgets and updates
During Student Congress's meeting on Wednesday members listened to a guest speaker, passed a bill, reviewed progress on the budget and discussed committee updates. The meeting began with Bob Strader, director for ministry and service, speaking to the congress about Season of Caring coming up later in the month and ways that students could become ... [Read More…]
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