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Campus carry bill seems to cause more problems than it solves

April 15, 2015 by Optimist Editorial Board

In March, the Texas Senate passed "campus carry" legislation that would expand the state's concealed handgun license (CHL) rights to allow CHL holders to also carry their guns into certain buildings in Texas' public colleges and universities. It's expected to pass the House as well, and Governor Abbott has said he will sign any open carry bill ... [Read More…]

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New revenue sources welcomed if they mean lower tuition

March 19, 2015 by Optimist Editorial Board

ACU has made plans to open a new campus in Dallas. Many important details have yet to be decided, like its exact location or which graduate programs will offer on-campus classes rather than online. But even without knowing the details, ACU's incentive and drive behind the plan is clear: money. Universities across the country are seeing their ... [Read More…]

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Snow day makes for fun on campus

February 23, 2015 by Optimist Staff

With a sudden change in weather, classes may have been canceled, but students still came out of their dorms to play in the snow and slide around on the ice. Video by Jessica Clark ... [Read More…]

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Spotlight: Campus Valentine’s

February 13, 2015 by Catherine Blakemore

Spotlight host Catherine Blakemore catches up with students to know their plans for this Valentine's Day. From taking naps, to Sing Song, to a date with Organic Chemistry, students will spend this holiday with different mindset on love. Video by Catherine Blakemore ... [Read More…]

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SA illuminates dark issues on campus

October 14, 2014 by Keith Sanders

Students' Association passed resolution addressing the lack of lighting around campus and campus security last week. Emily Moreno, freshman biology major from Uvalde, and Emily Guajardo, freshman convergence journalism major from San Antonio, made the motion. "Every night, I walk toward my dorm and have to face the darkness of campus as I ... [Read More…]

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acuoptimist The Optimist @acuoptimist ·
30 Mar

Sing Song 2025 Awards Women’s Division:

Vocals:
1. Ko Jo Kai
2. Sigma Theta Chi
3. Delta Theta

Entertainment:
1. Sigma Theta Chi
2. Ko Jo Kai
3. Delta Theta

Note: An earlier post included a spelling error, so we have since updated it for accuracy.

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30 Mar

Sing Song 2025 Awards Class Division:

Overall Award:
1. Freshman Purple
2. Freshman White
3. Seniors

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