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Approved – not guaranteed

February 29, 2012 by Ben Miller

"Oh Dear, Christian College" - by Ben Miller Approved - not guaranteed February 29, 2012 Go to the "Oh Dear, Christian College" Gallery ... [Read More…]

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Costume theme decided for first campus dance party

February 29, 2012 by Mark Smith

The Student's Association and the Campus Activity Board are planning the first sponsored dance party in ACU history for next month. The costume dance party will be March 20 in the Hunter Welcome Center from 8:30-11:30 p.m. The university announced its revised dancing policy on Feb. 21, which now allows university and official ... [Read More…]

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Dancing: Only the policy changed

February 29, 2012 by Blane Singletary

ACU struck down its long standing no dancing policy causing a stir across Abilene. Many students celebrated, but many people didn't really see much of a change happen. A cynic would point out that the Churches of Christ are behind the Baptists, citing Baylor's repeal of its no-dancing policy 20 years ago. Indeed, many have picked out ACU's ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Campus Life, Dancing

Student Life loosens dancing restrictions

February 22, 2012 by Mark Smith

Dancing is now permitted in university-sponsored events or other events sponsored by official student organizations. ACU's Board of Trustees affirmed a revised dance policy statement created by the office of Student Life that instead of prohibiting all forms of dance at any university or organization event, the new statement says Student Life may ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase Tagged With: Board of Trustees, Dancing

Dancing incorporated into fitness classes

October 26, 2011 by Zane Goggans

Dancing has made its way into the ACU curriculum with the addition of two new dance courses offered to all students. The courses, ballet and modern dance, are offered in the Royce and Pam Money Student Recreation & Wellness Center. People who wish to participate in these classes must register and pay for the course.  There is also a group ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dancing

Dance party promotes generosity

October 5, 2007 by Colter Hettich

By Colter Hettich, Student Reporter Students in Abilene danced to discotheque music from Europe to benefit children in Africa. Last Saturday, Maple Street Production (MSP) held an alcohol and drug-free dance party at Monks Coffee Shop. Three hundred and fifty students attended the event throughout the night, donating a total of $150 to benefit ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Dancing

Madison Street Dance Parties

March 10, 2006 by Dustin M. Reid

ACU students gather on the first Saturday of every month for fun and music in an alcohol-free environment. Video by Dustin M Reid ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Archive, Dancing

Dancing shoves its way into campus activities

October 8, 2003 by Optimist Reader

A "dancing" pig has run amuck at Abilene Christian University. What is a "dancing pig" you ask? Well let an ol' farm boy tell you. If a pig can get his snout under the fence or gate, he will continue to push and push until he has his whole body through. The "dancing pig" is now out. He has been seen at basketball games, off-campus at public ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Letters to the Editor Tagged With: Dancing

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