This week on the JMC Network Newscast... First, a behind-the-scenes look at ACU's theatre department as it gets ready to preform the musical, Ghost. Then, a look at this year's SpringFest. Next, the JMC Network got a tour of the new Beltway Campus, and finally, a quick recap of the first ACU Hammock Day. Produced by Savanah Silva Videos by ... [Read More…]
SpringFest to take place after All-Club Rush
This year, SpringFest will feature five student bands, and Cajun Cones will be available from 7-9 p.m. "SpringFest is an annual concert put on by students for students," said Spencer Woolfolk, junior marketing major from San Antonio. "We provide an outlet for some of our talented students on campus to showcase their bands." The event, ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 03.28.14
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SpringFest to feature ACU student bands
The Student Alumni Association will host SpringFest at 7 p.m. on April 3 on the basketball courts outside of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. SpringFest will feature free performances by eight bands, including The Dogwoods and Sunset at Ivry. Drew Ritchie, junior biblical text major from Lake Jackson and vice president of Student ... [Read More…]
SAA hosts student entertainment auditions
ACU's Student Alumni Association is preparing another Spring Fest for the student body. There will be returning bands and some new student bands. Auditions for bands were held earlier this week. The process of selecting bands and the line-up is still in progress. John Alan Archer, senior family studies major from Pflugerville is overseeing ... [Read More…]
SpringFest livens the evening with fun games and music
Last Saturday, SA organized the SpringFest carnival and concert. Various local artists performed until night as people enjoyed Cajun cones, a petting zoo and carnival games. Video/editing by: Denzil Lim ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 03.27.13
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Lack of spring cuts SpringFest short
Despite last minute venue changes and ending the event an hour early due to weather, the Student Alumni Association's annual SpringFest carnival and concert saw a successful student turnout Saturday. After Friday night's hailstorm, social media outlets were alerted Saturday morning to inform students that SpringFest would be moving locations. In ... [Read More…]
The Optimist Print Edition: 03.22.13
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SAA to put on carnival, concert
The Student Alumni Association will be reigning in spring today with a carnival and concert. Campus will play host to SpringFest, an event similar to JamFest in the fall. SpringFest is being financed by SAA along with the Student's Association. Admission will be free. Zack Morgan, SAA president, said SpringFest is an enjoyable opportunity for ... [Read More…]