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Swing Cats to host Yule Stomp

December 2, 2014 by Hannah Little

The ACU Swing Cats and Jazz Band are gearing up to conduct its single and largest event, Yule Stomp. The annual event will begin with a free dance lesson at 7 p.m. followed by the band's performance from 8-10 p.m. Sunday at the Elks Hall Ballroom. Formally known as "Fall Stomp," the event was intended to be earlier this year, but due to the ... [Read More…]

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Donation supports Swing Cats’ Fall Stomp

September 30, 2014 by Sarah Stephens

The ACU Swing Cats' annual Fall Stomp is benefiting from an anonymous $1,000 donation. In its fifth year, Fall Stomp is the result of a partnership between the dance group and the ACU Jazz Ensemble. The event will include dance lessons, social dancing and a performance by the ACU Jazz Ensemble. Those who attend are encouraged to dress up in ... [Read More…]

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Swing Cats attend conference over break

March 18, 2014 by Logan Sartain

ACU Swing Cats attended an international swing dance convention in Houston, March 13-16. The convention, Lindyfest, celebrated its eighteenth year. "It's the biggest gathering of swing dancers in the United States," said Blair Agan, junior political science and communication major from Lake Jackson, and member of the ACU Swing ... [Read More…]

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Swing Cats to stomp the night away with Jazz Band

October 1, 2013 by Jesse Harper

The ACU Swing Cats are ready to host the 4th annual Fall Stomp event this Friday. Fall Stomp is free admission and open to students and the community. The Swing Cats was the first student dancing organization that was allowed on ACU campus, established in 2003. Dr. Cole Bennett, associate professor in language and literature and the faculty ... [Read More…]

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Blues dancing offers wholesome community for ACU students

January 24, 2013 by JP Festa

Every Friday, ACU students participate in blues dancing class in downtown Abilene. Video/Editing by: JP Festa ... [Read More…]

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Swing Cats

November 11, 2007 by Bryan Harrell

ACU's Swing Cats learn the basics of swing dance. See how they do swing in style. Video/editing by Bryan Harrell ... [Read More…]

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