Spring break is here, which means all intramural teams receive a much-needed bye week before entering the final two rounds of playoffs. Some teams will use the break to rest injured stars while others will force their players to follow strict training regimens so they don't lose their "touch" leading into the most meaningful games of the season. ... [Read More…]
JMC Network Newscast – March 21, 2014
On the JMC Network Newscast this week: We take a look at the construction progress in Bennet Gym, ask the ACU student body what they did for Spring Break, take a look at the intense process of applying to the new ACU nursing program, as well as a visit from West Texas Diplomat in Residence, Julie Connor to talk about careers in foreign ... [Read More…]
Cartoon: Are you ready?
"Are you ready?" Daily Doodle Dosage by Ben Todd ... [Read More…]
Breaking up with spring break
There is nothing more painful to a first world college student than waking up on the Monday morning after spring break. Months spent in anticipation of a glorious week devoid of all adult responsibilities come crashing down in a sea of research papers, applications and ridiculously long to-do lists. Recovering from spring break requires intense ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 03.07.14
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Welcome to Abilene for spring break
Students are sitting on the edge of their seats, nervously watching the clock. They wait anxiously for their teacher to dismiss them from class so they can jump in their car and drive. They'll drive far, far away and watch as the Tower of Light fades in their rearview mirror. But some students won't. No, some students must watch sadly as their ... [Read More…]
Thai celebration makes a big splash
I don't understand why people call it spring break when it's still an ice age out there. Just to be safe, maybe spring break should be moved to a later date when it's guaranteed to be warmer. Back in Thailand, our spring break actually happened in April. Some of you may scoff at the thought of doing so much schoolwork before this break, but ... [Read More…]
Abilene offers alternative options for SBCs
ACU students are being offered the opportunity to stay in Abilene during spring break to work with three different service organizations. The Center for Christian Service and Leadership sponsors Service in the City, an Abilene-based Spring Break Campaign. Beltway Park Baptist Church's college ministry is organizing its own Spring Break campaign ... [Read More…]
Powells to head to Haiti with students for break
A group of ACU students will be spending their spring break in Haiti for a medical mission trip. Cynthia Powell, assistant professor in chemistry and pre-medical advisor will be accompanying students on the trip. It will be her second trip to Haiti with her husband, Greg Powell, professor of chemistry. "A group of ACU students are joining a ... [Read More…]
Salem SBC serves alongside Soma ministry
For me, spring break has always been about travel. I wanted this spring break to be different, so I made the split-second decision to sign up for a Spring Break Campaign. It was definitely a leap of faith because I didn't have the money to pay for the trip and there were only three weeks left to raise it. But I felt called to go. So I joined the ... [Read More…]