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JMC Network Newscast – April 8, 2016

April 8, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, a fire broke out at the Christian Service Center last week leaving the building a total loss, then a look around the world of ACU athletics, followed by the Students Association debate and, finally, rushing season began this week with all club rush. ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – March 24, 2016

March 24, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, Abilene opened the Food Truck part Tuesday located at South 1st and Sycamore Street, followed by a preview of FilmFest 2016, then, baseball and softball began Southland Conference play this week plus highlights from track and field, finally, Abilene churches come together to commemorate Holy Week. ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – March 10, 2016

March 10, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, the Counseling and Care Center hosts an event about student safety before spring break, then students share why they love the university on the second annual "I Love ACU Day." Next, with the final win of the season the women's basketball team became Southland Conference champions, followed by ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – March 4, 2016

March 4, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, national honor society Alpha Chi hosts a blood drive on campus, then mentalist Brian Imbus performs in Cullen Auditorium, his third consecutive show at ACU, next, women's basketball clinches a share in the Southland Conference championship plus a look at highlights from baseball, men's basketball, and ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – February 26, 2016

February 26, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, SA approves the budget for a new "Hammock Hotel" on campus, then JMC Network reporter Kassandra Kim asks students their opinion on the upcoming Texas primary, followed by a look at the baseball team's home opener and highlights from men's and women's basketball, finally, a preview of the female combat ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – February 19, 2016

February 19, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, the groundbreaking of the new Wildcat Stadium, then, campus prepares for TEDxACU, followed by highlights from men's and women's basketball plus much more in the ACU sports world, finally, a look behind the scenes of Sing Song 2016: On the Town and a glimpse at what it takes to be a Sing Song host or ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – February 12, 2016

February 12, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, the International Students Association celebrates Chinese New Year, then men's club lacrosse begins its 4th season, then the women's basketball team signs a new member, followed by deeper look at the ACU sports world, finally an update on construction north of campus and a preview at an inside look of ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – February 5, 2016

February 5, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, ASA and ISA prepare for their annual fashion show, then a look forward to Lecrae as the rapper heads to Campus on his Higher Learning Tour February 11. With a look at Sports, both Wildcat basketball teams remain undefeated in Moody Colliseum and head football Coach Ken Collums looks forward to the ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – January 29, 2016

January 29, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, Dr. Jeff Arrington announces his campaign for the a position with the AISD school board, then LYNAY students partner with Global Samaritan to provide food for refugees in Jordan and Iraq, followed by all things sports, then a look at the new Christian Village remodel and finally the Hunter Welcome ... [Read More…]

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JMC Network Newscast – January 22, 2016

January 22, 2016 by Optimist Staff

This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, a look at the annual MLK march, next students get to experience some winter fun with an outdoor ice rink, then a look around the ACU sports world, followed by a concert from Judah and the lion and finally the new intramural rugby team. ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Class Division:

Overall Award:
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3. Freshman White

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29 Mar

Sing Song 2026 Awards Women’s Division:

Overall Award:
1. Ko Jo Kai
2. Sigma Theta Chi
3. Tri Kappa Gamma

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The Optimist staff won several awards and competed at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2026 convention in Denton this weekend. Students participated in live contests and submitted work from the past year into the competition.Here are the results.- 1st place: Live print news writing, Ashley Henderson- 1st place: Live print sports writing, Roman Raffaeli- 2nd place: Live tv announcing, Zion Webb- 2nd place: Live news photo, Daniel Curd- 2nd place: Newscast, Optimist Staff- Honorable mention: Documentary (video), Makayla Clayton- 2nd place: Documentary, JMC documentary production class- 3rd place: General news, Callie Leverett- Honorable mention: General column, Zion Webb- Honorable mention: Sports reporting (video), Roman Raffaeli- Honorable mention: Live sports action photo, Daniel Curd- Honorable mention: General news video story, Ashley Henderson- Honorable mention: Photo illustrations (Daniel Curd & Optimist staffStudents also received awards for their work through KACU and ACUTV.- 1st place: In-depth news reporting (audio), Ashley Henderson- 1st place: General news audio story, Baylie Simon- 1st place: Live sports coverage (video), Roman Raffaeli & London Gray- 2nd place: Live sports coverage (video), Josiah Wonnell & Londyn Gray- 3rd place: General news audio story, Ashley Henderson- 2nd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Feature reporting (audio), Baylie Simon- Honorable Mention: Feature reporting (audio), Josiah Wonnell#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #studentmedia #tipa2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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