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Vol. 99, No. 16
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HOMECOMING
STUDENT GROUPS
Crowning Moment
Students to lead spring missions Linda Bailey Editor In Chief
was a testament to his daughter’s involvement at ACU. “We’re very proud of her. She’s already excelled in everything,” Charles Ellison said. “She started out in a small town and wound up here.”
Students interested in participating in spring break missions can start making plans. The Spring Break Campaign Committee announced the 27 leaders who will lead 14 campaigns across America and four South American Countries. “We’re really excited about our leadership teams,” said Emily Hood, PR marketing committee member for SBC. “I think the overall commitment of our leaders this year is better than we’ve had in years past, and I think that’s because we chose quality over quantity.” The SBC committee chose fewer campaigns and leaders than last year, mainly because they received fewer leader applications than in previous years, said Hood, senior education major from Spearman. However, she said they are happy with the people who did step up to lead. In addition to offering fewer campaigns, SBC committee members also decided to cap the number of students for each campaign at 15, with exceptions to the campaigns going to Seattle and New Orleans. The change came from campaigners’ feedback through surveys administered each year at the end of spring break, Hood said.
see VOTE page 3A
see SBC page 4A
STACY ACTON // Staff Photographer
2010 Homecoming Queen Jessica Ellison, escorted by her father, Charles Ellison, is presented with flowers and a crown in honor of the title she received at the Homecoming football game on Oct 9.
Students select 2010 Homecoming Queen Kelsi Williamson Arts Editor
Student voters elected Delta Theta president Jessica Ellison, senior accounting major from Van, the 2010 Homecoming Queen out of ten nominees. Ellison was crowned at halftime during Saturday’s Homecoming football game after the introduction of both the coming-home court from 2000 and this year’s Homecoming court. “I’m kind of still in shock,” said Jessica Ellison. “It’s exciting, and it’s
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an honor. I’m just glad the student body voted for me.” Ellison was the only member of Delta Theta on this year’s Homecoming court. The other nine nominees were either members of Sigma Theta Chi or Ko Jo Kai. “It’s just exciting for the smaller guy,” Jessica Ellison said. “Just being nominated was an honor, let alone winning.” Samantha Adkins, senior alumni relations officer, said it is not uncommon for someone from a less-represented club to win queen when competing against numerous women
I’m kind of still in shock. It’s exciting, and it’s an honor. I’m just glad the student body voted for me. JESSICA ELLISON // senior accounting major from Van
from larger clubs. The larger clubs usually end up splitting their votes between more than one nominee. “I’m not really shocked that she would win,” Adkins said. “It’s not unusual for someone who is an outlier to get the rest of the votes.” Ellison’s father and escort, Charles Ellison, also said the award
CRIME
LOCAL
Community opens haunted houses Intruder disturbs female students Meagan Hernandez Contributing Reporter
With each Halloween season begins the search for a great costume and a good scare. This year, Abilene offers many different ways to celebrate, both fun and frightful. Students have several options when searching for Halloween activities on campus and around town. Frater Sodalis will conduct the club’s 25th annual haunted house at Play Faire Park Oct. 28–31. The fundraising event is open to the public for $8 a ticket. MEAGAN HERNANDEZ // Staff Photographer On the first two nights, col- Props from the Haunted Graveyard on Judge Ely Boulevard await fright-seeking customers. lege students will receive 25 Brandon Fry, junior ac- be fun for students, as well as Fry said, “A lot of work has percent off, and on Hallowbeen put into making sure een night all youth groups counting major from Ball- the community. “We look forward to will receive a 25 percent inger and Frater Sodalis President, said the event will putting it on every year,” discount. see BOO page 3A
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inside news Find a list of locations on and off campus providing voter registration for the upcoming election. page 3
sports The ACU Wildcats football team narrowly beat the MSU Mustangs 31-28 in a close Homecoming game. page 5A
and a banging against the window and a guy curse Page 2 Editor at a cat. That’s when I got ACU women living in a freaked out and ran to wake house close to campus re- up my roommate, and we ported seeing an unknown called the cops.” Tiffany Siegel, senior elman inside their house only days after another group of ementary education major girls reported seeing anoth- from Austin, and her roomer suspicious man peering mates had a even more concerning experience only in one of their windows. The first incident hap- two days later, on Oct. 3. “We were just sitting on pened Friday, Oct. 1 at the couch talking, and I 1:24 a.m. “I was sitting in my room, looked up and saw someand I heard something out- one standing beside the side,” said Sarah Beardsley, shelf in the kitchen,” Siejunior family studies ma- gel said. “I thought it was jor from Keller. “I thought just Brooke [her roomit was one of the cats, be- mate] and I didn’t really cause we have cats outside. see INTRUDER page 4 Then I heard a cat screech
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11 a.m. Chapel in Moody Coliseum
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11 a.m. Small group Chapels meet in various places around campus
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4 p.m. Home soccer game against Central Oklahoma University
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Fall Break 2 p.m. Volleyball game at Cameron University 7 p.m. Football game at the University of Incarnate Word
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volunteer opportunities The Christian Service Center needs volunteers interested in business or design to put together an informational brochure. The work could be done any weekday afternoon before the end of November. Contact Jim Clark at (325) 673-7531 or jclark@cscabilene.org for more information.
community children from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. on Oct. 30. Volunteers are needed to set up games, run activity booths, and clean up. Dinner will be provided for volunteers but advance notice is requested. Contact Emerald Lemmons at emeraldlemmons@gmail.com or call (325) 370-1327 for more information.
Monday - Saturday and 1 p.m. until dusk Sundays Sept. 29 - Oct. 31 to help with its annual Pumpkin Patch. Volunteers will help sell pumpkins, read at story time in the children’s area and assist with children’s games. Contact Jo Ann Wilson at (325) 677-6825, ext. 2003 or e-mail joannwilson66@sbcglobal.com.
The Dyess Youth Center needs volunteers to help with a 3-on-3 basketball tournament 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. from Oct. 12 - Oct. 20. They also need volunteers to referee the tournament from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Oct. 18 and Oct. 19. For more information, contact Sheri Frisby at (325) 696-4797 or at sheri.frisby@dyess. af.mil.
The Center for Contemporary Arts needs a gallery assistant to help with exhibit setup and preparation as well as an administrative assistant. The work can be done any time 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday - Friday. Please call (325) 677-8389 or email info@center-arts. com for more information.
The Oakridge Church of Christ will have a free Trunk or Treat for
Disability Resources, Inc. needs volunteers from 10 a.m. until dusk
The Dyess Youth Center needs help with a Ping Pong Exhibition from 4 p.m.-6 p.m every Friday. Volunteers will preside over tournaments and help with an exhibition for the students. Transportation will not be provided, nor can volunteers have any sexual assault charges or charges pending. For more information, contact Sheri Frisby at (325) 696-4797 or e-mail sheri. frisby-@dyess.af.mil.
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announcements Intramural Volleyball sign-ups will be Oct. 13- 19. The entry fee is $75 per team. Games will begin Oct. 25. ACU Computer Auction will start at 1 p.m. on Oct. 16 in the Teague Special Events Center. More than 200 computers of various makes and models will be available. For more information visit www.acu.edu/auction or call (325) 6742603. Flu shots are now available in the ACU Medical Clinic in McKinzie Hall. Call (325) 674-2151 for more information. Graduate and Professional School Fair will take place from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 in the McCaleb Conference Center (Hunter Welcome
Center). Recruiters from graduate and professional schools from across the country will answer questions concerning the programs their schools offer and the admission process. Featured schools include: ACU, Dallas Baptist University, HardinSimmons University, McMurry University, Texas Tech, University of Texas and University of North Texas. Sing Song Host and Hostess Auditions: Those wishing to sign up for a host or hostess audition slot must do so in McKinzie Hall Room 122 no later than today. FCA, the ACU chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, meets at 9 p.m. every Thursday in the Living Room of the McGlothlin Campus Center.
ACU Computer Auction will start at 1 p.m. on Oct. 16 in the Teague Special Events Center. Over 200 computers of various makes and models will be available. For more information visit www.acu.edu/auction or call (325) 674-2603 Screenwriting Workshop Chris Young, UCLA/ LAFSC professor nad screenwriter will speak at a FilmFest screenwriting workshop from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Oct. 23 in the Mabee Library Auditotium. Dallas White Rock Marathon, Students wishing to run the Dallas White Rock Marathon or HalfMarathon can sign up with ACU to recieve a $20 rebate, a free ACU running shirt and a free prerace party. Register to run at www.acu.edu/whiterock
TECHNOLOGY
ACU professor part of team given HP award Christina Burch
Contributing Reporter
ACU assistant professor of computer science Dr. John Homer was part of a team that received the Hewlett-Packard Co. Labs Innovation Research Award for 2010 for their project, “A New Approach to Rigorous Risk Analytics Using Attack Graphs.” The team received the award under the leadership of Kansas State University as-
sistant professor of computing and information sciences, Dr. Xinming Ou. The HP Labs Innovation Research Program recognized Homer’s team’s work in the field of cyber security. “Almost all networks have some level of security in place, but it is hard for large networks to see how an attacker can reach beyond those measures,” Homer said. “Our project shows how an attack graph can combine
all the data together to calculate the level of risk that exists in a network.” Homer described an attack graph as a pictorial representation used to determine a network’s weaknesses and vulnerabilities. “The annual HP Labs Innovation Research Program is an ideal platform for HP to initiate highly innovative projects with leading researchers in universities worldwide,” said Rich Friedrich, director
of strategy and innovation, on HP’s website. This year, the HP Innovative Research Program attracted proposals from 323 researchers in 202 universities and 36 countries. Homer continues to bridge the gap between ACU academics and the real world. Homer traveled to Austin with his students to attend a game developers conference Friday, along with two other faculty members.
Dr. Fortune Mhlanga, director and professor of computer science, praised Homer for his research and his work with students. “Dr. Homer is very enthusiastic, a go-getter who brings fresh ideas,” Mhlanga said. “He is already working with students on other research topics and assisting the department in shaping the curriculum.” Dr. Brent Reeves, professor of computer sci-
ence, also commented on Homer’s work. “Research grants are not just important for professors or those working on their doctorates. They’re also important for students because grants inspire them to think further,” Reeves said. “Ten years from now, the things they are doing here in the lab will be out there in society.” contact Burch at
clb10b@acu.edu
TECHNOLOGY
ACU digitizes historical documents, Optimist Josie Sands Online Editor
Collections of historical documents from ACU’s library have been digitized and are now available online for public viewing. Five area libraries were also able to include collections. Hardin-Simmons University, McMurry University, Abilene Christian University, Howard Payne University in Brownwood and the Abilene Library Consortium all included materials. ACU was able to include between 12 and 15
collections to be digitized. Along with the Optimist archives, the Prickly Pear and ACU Catalogs from 1906 to 2004 are available. These archives make it possible for viewers to follow historical threads and build an image of ACU in any given year, said Carisse Berryhill, professor of library science and special services librarian. “It’s great to be able to see what courses were offered, who the faculty was and what the university’s academic requirements were,” Berryhill said.
Although every issue of the Optimist was available for research in hard copy form, the digitization of the Optimist makes it more accessible for students and alumni to view. The issues are fully searchable and can be downloaded as PDF files. Dr. Kenneth Pybus, associate professor of journalism and mass communication and Optimist adviser, said the digital archives help the Optimist staff to better serve their audience. The archives also give faculty another way to
improve the education of journalism students. “One of the challenges of doing good journalism is understanding things in context,” Pybus said. “We can use this as a resource to help put news in context.” The Optimist is the record of student journalism and participation, said Berryhill. Students use them often, whether they are researching for a history project or researching where a policy for the student government originated.
“We want to keep archives available to the public to use, but the actual artifacts are very brittle,” Berryhill said. “The digital copies are not only affected by use and time, they are also fully indexed and searchable.” The Optimist and Prickly Pear archives are now available online at the Texas Digital Newspaper Program at the University of North Texas website: http://texashistory.unt.edu. All of the West Texas Digital Archives are avail-
able in the Learning Commons at wtda.acl.org. The website will be accessible anywhere early in the spring 2011 semester. This is one of the ways libraries have to change to accommodate the students of the digital world, Berryhill said. “Libraries need to reinvent the way material is available. The mission of the library doesn’t change, but the means does.”
contact Sands at
jgs07a@acu.edu
CAMPUS NEWS
October 13, 2010
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KACU
Antique radio collection on display at KACU Meagan Hernandez Contributing Reporter
MEAGAN HERNANDEZ // Contributing Photographer
A collection of antique radio equipment is on display at KACU.
The antique radio collection of the late Dr. Lowell G. Perry was dedicated last Saturday during a breakfast reception at KACU. The collection is now on permanent display in the office of KACU. “Lowell dedicated his life to broadcasting. He should be remembered for the great things he did,” said Richard Melton, a former friend of Perry. The collection was donated to the university by the widow of the late Dr. Lowell G. Perry, Earlene Perry uring the early 1980’s. It was on display in the Don Morris Building until 2000,
when it was replaced by David Leeson’s photography collection. “I appreciate Leeson’s display, but I knew that Lowell would want students to enjoy his radio collection,” Earlene Perry said. “I contacted the school, and everyone agreed that the collection should be put back on display.” The late Dr. Lowell G. Perry left a lasting mark on ACU as a professor of communications. He was instrumental in establishing KACC. When Perry established the campus radio station, KACC consisted of wires that ran throughout the university grounds. Now known as KACU, the station
is approaching its 25th year as a county-wide National Public Radio station. KACU can be heard on 89.7 FM, as well as on its website, www. kacu.org. The station is also working to become available in high definition. “Lowell was a visionary. He knew what FM was going to become, even before people had FM on their radio. He also knew what shortwave radio would become,” said Perry, “He knew shortwave radio could be a way to share the word of Jesus.” Lowell G. Perry was killed in a plane crash in 1977 while scouting a location for a shortwave radio station transmitter for the then unknown non-profit
organization, World Christian Broadcasting. This organization now broadcasts in China, Russia and will soon include Madagascar. The collection consists of over 18 pieces, including an antique Will Roger’s microphone. “This microphone was Lowell’s favorite. A student gave it to him,” Perry said, “To him, the students were the most important.” Anyone interested in viewing the display can visit the KACU office, located on the first floor of the Don H. Morris Center on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. contact Hernandez at
optimist@jmcnetwork.com
TECHNOLOGY
University to auction Opening Ceremony electronic equipment “We got $50,000 from the biggest auction two Contributing Reporter years ago,” Schryer said. An auction of used com- “And since we have a lot puters and other electronic of nice computers, we are equipment will take place expecting to break the reSaturday at the Teague cord this year.” The auction sells Intel Special Events Center. Bidder registration and Macs, Dell desktops, noteproduct viewing will start book computers, digital at 11:00 a.m. The auction projectors, B&W and Color HP Laser printers, HP Inkwill start at 1 p.m. The Computer Replace- jet printers and many othment Program replaces all er items, including an ATV Keyi Zhou
a new computer costs. For example, a student may pay about $300 for a computer with the original cost of $1200. Qinghao Zhang, graduate accounting major from China, attended the auction last year. “Those equipments are good enough for students. Some of the desktops were maintained well, but some were old, which were produced in 2003 or 2004,” Zhang said. The department is expecting 100 to 150 people to go to the auction this year. “People who come should stay till the end,” said Sarah Smith, junior biochemistry major from Wiggins, Colo., and a student worker for the auction. “We will draw a lucky name to get a computer for $1.” Schryer said ACU is one of the very few schools that offers a live auction and sells individual machines. Other schools may package them for bulk resale. The auction is open to the entire Abilene community.
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ROBERT SCHRYER // lead hardware analyst for Information Technology
ACU computer equipment every three years. The CRP has been conducting the auction for 6 years. The program gets about 2025 percent of the original price back. All money from the auction will go back to ACU to purchase new technology equipment. Robert Schryer, the lead hardware analyst for the ACU Information Technology Department, developed the CRP 10 years ago.
(all-terrain vehicle). “Some students do not have the money to buy brand new computers,” said Isunami Hernandez, junior information technology major from Abilene and one of the studentworkers in the hardware office. “The auction offers a great opportunity for students to buy affordable computers.” Schryer said people may pay 20-40 percent of what
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With fall break fast approaching, some students will go home for the weekend, while others will go on trips. For ACU’s international students, going home is not always an option, forcing creativity when it comes to fall break activities. Jingwen He, senior graphic design major from Guangzhou, China, said she enjoys the extra day off and the opportunity to spend time with friends. He travels to Dallas every year shopping, eating Chinese food and going to a big Asian supermarket. “Going to Asian restaurants is one of my favorite things,” He said. “Dallas has many good Chinese food choices. I feel like the Chinese food in Dallas is very similar to what I had in China. It made me feel I was home.” International students come to ACU from different cultures to study and to make American friends. Fall break gives students an opportunity
Having three days of holiday, I can use one day to really concentrate on my studies and another two days to have fun. JINGWEN HE // senior graphic design major from Guangzhou, China
to travel and see parts of Texas besides Abilene. Shota Maeda, senior biology major from Chiba, Japan, said he likes to travel and get to know people better. “I’m going to Camp Eagle with a group of people, a mix with Americans and internationals on fall break,” Maeda said. “We are going to do a lot of activities to know each other, such as catching fishes, kayaking and building a campfire for worship.” Sebastian Karlsson, senior theater major from Stångsmåla, Sweden, said he likes to use his free time during fall break to rest and have fun. “I’m going to a retreat with my friends. We are going to a ranch outside of Abilene,” Karls-
County offers on-campus location for early voting Managing Editor
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International students find creative fall break activities Meiqi Zhang
CAMPUS
Jeff Craig
STUDENT LIFE
Contributing Reporter
DANIEL GOMEZ // Chief Photographer
Elise Mitchell, president and CEO of Mitchell Communications Group, cuts the ribbon at a ceremony opening ACU’s new student-run Ad/PR agency, Morris and Mitchell.
son said. “We are going to get rest from studies, getting time talking with friends, cooking barbecue together and having devotional.” Fall break is a good chance for students to relax Just one day off can help them catch up on some studies. “I’m from China; English is my second language, so makes the classes are harder, sometimes I really need a day to catch up with my studies,” He said. “Having three days of holiday, I can use one day to really concentrate on my studies and another two days to have fun.”
contact Zhang at
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The Taylor County Elections Office will offer early voting to students in the McGlothlin Campus Center Monday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The early voting for November’s general election is open to any registered voter in Taylor County who has a form of state, issued identification or a voter registration card. Barbara Pinkston, register clerk for the Taylor County Elections Office, said the purpose of mobile early voting locations is to ensure more people have a chance to vote.
“Sometimes things come up on the actual election day. If you vote early, then your vote is cast,” Pinkston said. “We count those votes first. It allows you to be sure you get to vote. The bottom line is it’s all about convenience.” Pinkston said mobile voting locations tend to vary depending on the year, but the county has five permanent early-voting locations, including the United Supermarket on E.N. 10th Street, K-Mart, Hastings, The Mall of Abilene and the elections office at Taylor County Plaza. Joel Swedlund, Campus Center manager, said he tries
to have early voting on campus every year, because the convenience gives students an added incentive to vote. “We want to have our students be able to vote and become involved with the community they are now a part of,” he said. ”We want to make it as easy as possible. Some students aren’t willing to go out and find a place, so this provides them an opportunity.” A complete list of voting locations can be found at www.taylorcountytexas.org/ election1.html. contact Craig at
jrc07d@acu.edu
FROM THE FRONT
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LOCAL
Boo: Area attractions prepare Halloween events Continued from page 1
the Haunted House is an enjoyable experience and a success.” If the Frats can’t give you the scare you desire, head on over to the Abilene Preservation League for a haunted trolley tour of Abilene’s most famous ghosts. “One stop is the site of the Alexander Sanitorium, Abilene’s first hospital,” said Bill Minter, executive director of the Preservation League. “As the trolley conductor explains the history, there will be characters dressed as escaped patients.” The trip ends at the fa-
mous Swenson House for a guided tour. “The mansion will be decorated. There’s a funeral, dinner with Dracula, a laboratory and more,” Minter said. Tickets are $20 for the trolley ride and mansion tour, $15 for the trolley only and $10 for mansion only. The League will give tours on Oct. 22 and 23 from 7 to 10 p.m. Trolleys will start tours every 30 minutes. Buffalo Gap Historic Village is also getting into the Halloween spirit. On Oct. 16, ghost tours will be given at dusk. Spooky stories based on the village’s history will accompany
the tour. Admission is $10 at the door. After a good scare, it’s time to put on a clever costume and go have some fun. Although college students might consider themselves too old for door-to-door trick-ortreating, there are alternatives all over town. PrimeTime Abilene is known for its go-karts, bowling, batting cages, miniature golf and arcade. On Halloween, Prime Time will have its normal “Sunday Slam” specials and more. Christine Brockman, Prime Time event coordinator said, “We will have treats for everybody.
STUDENT GROUPS
SBC: Students organize spring break missions Continued from page 1
However, committee members continue to remain optimistic about SBCs in the spring. “I think we have a fantastic group of leaders this year,” Meredith Platt, SBC Chair said. “They all seem very focused and energized and ready to work with students, not only on campaign stuff, but also on spiritually guiding them on the trip.” Platt is leading a trip to Nicaragua – her first SBC to South America. She said international campaigns provide a different experience than campaigns inside the country. “In some ways international trips are easier to keep focused on God,” Platt said. “Just going further seems to really open people’s eyes and get more excited about it than just going somewhere in America.” Tate Stewart, senior criminal justice major from Lubbock, is leading a campaign to Salem, Ore., with Caroline Conwell. This is his first time to lead a campaign, but he said he is looking forward to it.
Come out in costume and have some fun.” For $9.95, customers can choose from unlimited bowling and miniature golf, unlimited video games or a $20 card that can be used in any combination of activities, including cosmic bowling. The specials start at 5 p.m. and run until 11 p.m. The Abilene Zoo is also preparing for its annual Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo. On Oct 23, different Abilene-based merchants will set up booths as trickor-treating stops throughout the park. Everyone is invited to join in on the candy-collecting fun. “Boo at the Zoo is for
all ages, from newborn to 102,” said Sherry Thomson member of Abilene Zoo guest services. Boo at the Zoo will also host a costume contest. Advance tickets are on sale for $2.50. Tickets will be sold for $3 at the gate, which will be open from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Though there are many opportunities for fun around the Halloween holiday, Brockman also mentioned college night, which is every Friday night from 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. College Night specials include unlimited bowling, laser tag, bumper cars and video games for $12. “There is unlimited ev-
erything. It’s lots of fun,” said Brockman. “Don’t forget the air hockey tournament, a poker tournament and a chance to win an iPad.” Whether you’re looking for a frightening good time or a sugar rush, Abilene has something for everyone. For more information on the Abilene Preservation League’s haunted tours, visit www.hauntedabilene. com. For more information on Buffalo Gap’s Historic Village, call 325-572-3365. For more information about Prime Time, visit www. primetimeabilene.com. contact Hernandez at
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Clowning Around
quick facts ACU students will lead Spring Break Campaigns to 14 locations around the nation and worldwide Anchorage, Alaska, Evan Hernandez and Kelsi Wicks Boston, Emily Hood, Jared Hodges and Millie Gonzalez n Chicago, Kristian Travis and Laura Gasvoda n Corpus Christi, Jacquie Harbour n Costa Rica, Brittany Armenta and James Sheppard n Denver, Liz White and Rebekah Leitner n Guatemala, Adam Schwalm and Morgan Sconiers n Honduras, Hannah Hendrix n Houston, Abby Hill and Kasey Stratton n New Orleans, Alex Ketteman and Randee Nelson n Nicaragua, Tyler Allen and Meredith Platt n Salem, Ore., Caroline Conwell and Tate Stewart n Seattle, Abigail Sutphen and Nick Tatum n St. Paul, Minn., Scott Stewart and Veronica Whitt n n
“I think we’re going to be able to work off of each other well,” Stewart said. “We’ve already come up with fun ideas for the very first Chapel, and if things kind of retain that environment and attitude, I think it will be special.” Stewart said he and Conwell have been friends for a while and already share a strong bond. He said one of their goals for the campaign is to bring the same sense of unity to the entire campaign. “SBC enables you to grow close to a group that maybe you haven’t exactly hung out with much, and
it gives you a chance to do stuff with students of other classes,” Stewart said. “It really helps you get out of your comfort zone.” Platt offered similar advice to students considering committing to a campaign. “Don’t be afraid to go on one that you don’t know anyone else who is going,” Platt said. “Be willing to make new friends, and step outside your comfort zone.” For more information on SBC visit their website, www.acu.edu/sbc. STACY ACTON // Staff Photographer contact Bailey at
ljb07a@acu.edu
Emily Sparks, freshman vocational missions major from Boulder, Colo., hands out balloons while dressed as a clown at the annual ACU Homecoming Carnival on Friday.
HOMECOMING
CRIME
Vote: Students select Ellison
Intruder: Students report trespasser
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Although 1,369 votes were placed during the past week, about half of those votes were ultimately deemed void. Adkins said many students attempt to vote more than once, and many alumni also try to participate although voting is closed to them. Out of the 10 women on court this year, Adkins said there was a race between first, second and third place.
“Second and third were close, but the winner was easily seen,” Adkins said. “Jessica is a sweetie and she deserves it. She will represent the student body well with that.” Jessica Ellison and the rest of the 2010 Homecoming court will be invited back to participate in the Homecoming festivities for 2021. contact Williamson at
kkw07a@acu.edu
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til after he had gone,” Siegel said. ACU Chief of Police think anything of it. So I just sat there for a while, Jimmy Ellison said in and they had been stand- both cases the ACU Police ing there for like a minute responded quickly and and a half, and I wondered checked the area but were why she wasn’t coming in unable to locate any susand talking to us. I thought picious individuals. Ellison said prowler and it was really weird. Then I looked a bit closer and I window-peeper calls are realized it wasn’t Brooke, it an occasional problem the ACU Police has to respond was a guy.” Siegel said she called to, although he has not out to the person who, real- seen a trend. “There was not enough izing he had been spotted, left through the back door. specific information on ei“We didn’t scream un- ther incident to determine
But it’s just a good habit to keep your doors locked, especially at night.
TIFFANY SIEGEL // senior elementary education major from Austin
if they are, in fact, linked,” Ellison said. “Our officers, especially our late evening and midnight shift officers, try to be visible and present in alleyways and obscure locations because of the potential for things like that.” Siegel said the experience has not made her feel less safe, but has made her think about some things that had not previously been at the front of her mind. “A lot of people get caught up in the fact that this is Abilene, and this is a small town. They don’t really think that you need to be cautious about that kind of stuff,” Siegel said. ”But it’s just a good habit
to keep your doors locked, especially at night. Just little things can make a big difference.” Ellison said individuals who encounter an intruder in their home should contact police and get away from the individual. “Obviously you want to get away from the person as quickly as possible and lock yourself in a secure room, or if need be, leave the residence and call police as soon as possible.” Ellison said the key to safety is to get away from the individual, get secure and get a good description of the suspect for police. contact Cherry at
arc07a@acu.edu
October 13, 2010
Focus
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DAVID SINGER // Contributing Photographer
JamFest concluded the music-filled evening with a half-hour fireworks show. Fireworks were launched just across the street from University Park Apartments on Judge Ely Bouvelard.
DANIEL GOMEZ // Chief Photographer
Painted Wildcat fans go to great lengths to cheer for the ACU football team at the Homecoming game in Shotwell Stadium. The stands were packed with more than 13,000 Wildcat fans.
Bring it Home Homecoming activities create excitement around campus
KELSI WILLIAMSON // Arts Editor
Novas get into character and interact with the crowd during ACU’s Homecoming parade. Riding on a bright red fire engine made of wood, each Nova wore a fireman’s hat and uniform.
STACY ACTON // Staff Photographer
Emily Sparks, freshman vocational missions major from Boulder, Colo., dresses as a clown and hands out balloons during the Homecoming carnival Friday at the Sanders Intramural Field.
KELSI WILLIAMSON // Arts Editor
Younger ACU fans watch as floats pass during the Homecoming parade Saturday morning. Those participating in the parade tossed candy and gum to crowds lining the street.
Opinion
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EDITORIAL
October 13, 2010
Christians should exemplify God’s love As Christians, we often look at those we consider sinners and judge them, but our actions should not reflect such an attitude. Jesus sat down and ate with many sinners. Many scenes in the Bible depict him ignoring invitations from several highly respected individuals to dine with those many of us would rather avoid. In 1 Corinthians 9: 19-23, Paul says we should be “all things to all men so I might save them.” But while Jesus and Paul did go out among the masses and preach, they did not affirm all actions and lifestyles of those they encountered.
In John 8, Jesus protects an adulteress from the stones of an angry mob, but after the rioters leave he tells her to “sin no more.” Just as no one in that crowd were able to cast the first stone, neither can anyone today, especially when we take into account that anyone who has lusted in his heart has committed adultery or hated has committed murder. If Jesus didn’t love all sinners, we’d all be in a world of trouble. God loves us like his children, especially when we fall short of his glory.
On Monday at Chapel, Jonathan Storment, preaching minister at Highland Church of Christ, told the student body of an encounter he once had with a lesbian. At the time, he didn’t know what to say, but if he could redo that discussion, he said he would have told her that God still loved her and hadn’t given up on her yet, even though the local congregation had. If God is willing to go after that one lost sheep, why are Christians so often not? Jesus did confront individuals and expressed his displeasure with their behaviors, but more impor-
tantly, he forgave them and lived as an example so that they might follow and be saved. The saying “Love the sinner, hate the sin,” has been touted as a guiding force for how Christians should behave. Yet, while often said, it’s rarely practiced. Recently, Rutgers University freshman Tyler Clementi committed suicide after a video of him performing sexual activities with another male was released online. His death has sparked conversations about bullying and intolerance all over the country.
the issue
Bullying, taunting and even violence stem from disagreements, and Christians are often the prime instigators.
our take
Christians don’t need to advocate lifestyles they disagree with, but they do need to show Christ’s love at all times. Christians are guilty of some of the worst reactions aimed toward those we believe are lost. Why do we bomb abortion clinics and attack doctors who administer euthanasia but not every bar and liquor store that serves alcoholics? Are all sins not equal before the Lord? As Christians, we are called to be apart from
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the world, but also to be a part of the world. We need to show the love and support of Jesus, as well as disapproval, for those struggling with sin. Let the words of Peter R. Scholtes’ hymn be true: let the world “know we are Christians by our love.”
Written words last after death Irony and Whine By Kelsi Williamson
They say actions speak louder than words, and most of the time, I would agree. Watch someone long enough, and you’ll learn why he chooses to laugh l o u d l y, talk freWilliamson quently or hug often. But what if you don’t have a person’s actions to learn from? I discovered this past week that when there is an absent of living action, words can be the best guide to the heart. I open my uncle’s Bible carefully and cautiously, not because of the book itself, but because of the man who used to own it. I wasn’t old enough to watch how my uncle loved his family, or how he went out of his way to make someone feel special or how he constantly laughed at his own goofy jokes until they were suddenly hilarious. All I have are these stories, and although I value them immensely, something is still missing – a reverence that translates to this object that was so dear to him. As I turn the leather bound Harper Study Bible cover, the page falls open to the end of John. Underlined verses in blue and orange speckle the page. Numerous notes written both in all-caps and in cramped print fill the large margins to complete the pattern. In every word and every underlining, the stories I have always heard about my uncle are confirmed. He was one of those people who got it.
COLUMN
Football fans distract offense Homeskool Validictorian By Jeff Craig
On a glorious mid-autumn afternoon in the Big Country, Shotwell Stadium is the place to be. E v e r y bleacher is uncomfortable; the sound system is nearly inaudible and scatCraig tered purple banners try to make us forget the Wildcats play in a high school stadium. But there is still something special about ACU football. It’s charming when half the stadium sings the alma mater and the other half hums because they only know half the words. Crowds of 10,000 fans provide a level of intimacy not found at larger schools. But as fans we can do
better. We can be a better pep squad, cheering one of the nation’s best teams to victory. Rally towels, thunder sticks and purple foam fingers that no one can figure out how to hold are a start, but not enough. Home-field advantage means more in football than any other sport. Loud, rambunctious crowds can be a huge advantage for the home team – but not always. During Saturday’s game, the Wildcat faithful were as loud as I’ve ever heard them when Midwestern State was on offense. Loud crowds can be a nuisance for offenses who can’t hear calls from the quarterback, and subsequently botch a play or flinch offside. The loud crowd at Shotwell caused several Midwestern mistakes, which should have been a huge advantage for the ’Cats. The problem is, the crowd was just as loud
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It’s great that fans are loud, but quit blowing the conch shell when ACU is on offense and trying to call a play. when the Wildcats were on offense. It’s great that fans are loud, but quit blowing the conch shell when ACU is on offense, and quit banging the sticks together when ACU is trying to call a play. Cheering after a huge pass from quarterback Mitchell Gale or a big run from Darrell CantuHarkless is great, but not before the play. When the Wildcats are forced to call a time out because the team can’t hear over the crowd noise, home-field advantage is mitigated and disadvantageous for both sides.
ACU averages some of the largest crowds in NCAA Division II, which can be a huge advantage. We as fans can go a long way in making Shotwell Stadium one of the most notoriously difficult places in the nation for Division II teams to play. Let’s keep it up Wildcat fans. Saturday’s rowdy crowd was undoubtedly an encouragement for the team, and football without fans is meaningless. But let’s be an asset and not a liability. Let’s make opposing teams fear Shotwell Stadium.
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Christ was life for Him – and the excitement held in that truth was clear in his fervent commentary on its source. As I poured over the words of an uncle I never knew, I not only felt closer to him but surprisingly, I felt closer to the Creator and Savior he was commenting on. Lest I forget, this ultimately was not a book of my uncle’s words, it was a book filled with the words of God. I realized the frustration I’ve felt in not knowing a dearly-beloved uncle is the same frustration I continually feel in not knowing Jesus Christ. In both cases, I’ve often remained convinced I am isolated with dead texts and stories as the only sources to learn about their character, their personalities and their lives. By discovering my uncle’s notes, I was reminded of words’ ability to remain long after the person who wrote them. Words are thought-out beliefs, and plans, and pasts and futures all at once – they are permanent records and organized symbols that embody the essence of their creator. And if the words of an uncle unable to share his earthly presence with those he cared for can translate so powerfully, I am confident that the words of the all-powerful are capable of even more. In His case, words contain the breath and life we are all so desperately seeking. Actions may speak louder than words, but words have the ability to resonate with an echo that never loses its volume. contact Williamson at
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FROM SPORTS
October 13, 2010
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FOOTBALL
Comeback: Running game key on final drive found him on a seam route for a 16-yard score to put the drive. Aston Whiteside, Fred Wildcats up 7-0. Midwestern would anThompson, and Marvin Jones swer with a field goal on all put pressure on Eskridge. Early in the second quar- their next drive. The score ter, ACU finally broke through was set up by a busted play on a drive that began with 2:28 that ended up going for 46 remaining in the first quarter. yards. Eskridge fumbled the On that drive, Kendrick John- snap from center, picked up son fumbled the ball, eventu- the ball and managed to find ally kicked out of bounds af- Desmond Ratliff wide open ter three Mustang defenders down the middle of the field. The Wildcats would score couldn’t get a hold of it. Later in the drive, John- again before the half to put son made up for the botched them selves up 14-6 heading play when Mitchell Gale into the break.
On ACU’s first drive of the fourth quarter the Wildcats were faced with a third down and a yard to go. Instead, Darrell Cantu-Harkless went 69 yards, much as he has done all season, outrunning the Midwestern defense to put the Wildcats back on top at 24-21. With 8:05 remaining in the game the Wildcats went back on offense, needing a score in a big way. Coach Thomsen and Offensive Coordinator Ken Collums decided to feature the running game on
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the drive. Daryl Richardson rushed the ball five times for 32 yards on the drive. With 2:40 remaining, Gale found Richardson in the end zone to put ACU ahead for good, 31-28. Richardson carried the ball 13 times for 74 yards, and Cantu-Harkless added 117 yards of his own to outrush the run-happy Mustangs by 40 yards. The Wildcats rushed for the most yards this season with 198. Daryl Richardson saw his first real action of the season since returning to the
lineup after a knee injury. “I thought both our guys did a great job today,” said Thomsen. “Our run game really bailed us out today.” The Wildcats needed to prove they could rush the ball effectively to show a true balanced attack. With both Richardson and CantuHarkless solidly performing, Collums has a whole new dimension to his offense that was previously lacking. Mitchell Gale is now unquestionably the leader of the Wildcat offense. Gale
went toe-to-toe with one of the nation’s top quarterbacks in Zack Eskridge and came out on top, matching or passing Eskridge in every passing category in the game. The Wildcats showed all of their grit over the weekend in a comeback victory. This veteran team has now proven over the last two weeks, it is ready to be considered, once again, a top contender of Div. II. contact Tripp at
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Record: ACU Rivalry: Clubs battle to draw gets best of WT Both games were highly competitive and very on a deflected pass. GSP close. The GSP–Galaxy would score and make game was decided in the the conversion to take the last minute of the game,” lead 28–27 with less than a Jackson said. “The atmominute left to play. Galaxy sphere was unbelievable, had two passes that went and with the amount of unanswered and GSP es- fan support, it just made it a really great night.” caped with a victory. This week starts playoffs “Overall I think the night went really well. for intramurals, and sevContinued from page 8
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to do and what to avoid, so I think we are in a good place,” said Head Coach Casey Wilson. The Wildcats would pick up where they left off on Friday with their Sunday afternoon game against Eastern New Mexico. Freshman Andrea Carpenter got a hat trick in the game, getting her first goal in the thirteenth minute with a pass from Courtney Wilson. Eastern New Mexico was unable to get any shots off in the first half, but the Wildcats went into halftime only up 1-0, just like Friday. Carpenter would get her second goal just ten minutes into the second half on a cross from sophomore Julie Coppedge. She would then tap-in her third goal nine minutes later on a pass from
Krysta Grimm, giving the team a comfortable lead and an eventual 3-1 victory. Carpenter’s third goal gave her twelve goals on the season, taking over the goal-scoring lead from her freshman teammate, Ashley Holton. Both Carpenter and Holton have now beaten the Wildcat record for most goals in a single season. “This weekend we came out and played well for four solid halves,” said Grimm. “Winning games like we did this weekend is going to keep our momentum going as we finish out conference.” The Wildcats are now 9-2 this year and 4-1 in the LSC. They hope to continue their winning streak this weekend with their last two home games Friday and Sunday. contact Johnston at
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eral clubs may be poised to match up again. The Kojies and Siggies earned the top two seeds, respectively, and barring an upset, would play again in the championship game. On the men’s side, GSP– Galaxy would not meet until the finals either, but both teams will face a tough road to get there.
“I think rivalry night is a fun thing for the clubs,” Intramural Director Kenli Edwards said. “We do it for most of the sports, but I think for football it is the biggest one because all of the pledges are here, and they really get into it as well.” contact Cantrell at
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Home: Wildcats edge Falcons Continued from page 8
Head Coach Kellen Mock let some of her freshmen get court time and the Bulldogs barely edged the ’Cats 25-23. But in game 4 the Wildcats closed out the match in dominating fashion 25-12. “We were all really happy that the freshmen got a
chance to play,” Moronu said. “They were so close to pulling out that win, but they all stepped up and didn’t play afraid.” Sophomore Kalynne Allen and junior Kelsie Edwards stood strong on defense for the Wildcats. Allen recorded 17 digs while Edwards had 16. On offense it was freshman Neely
Borger and senior Shawna Hines who did most of the damage. Borger recorded nine kills and hit .467 while Hines and senior Jennie Hutt hit over .300. “We just have to keep taking it one game at a time to accomplish the goals we’ve set for ourselves,” Hutt said. Hines also recorded three more blocks to move her
closer to ACU’s all-time record. She also sits in second place on the Div. II blocks per set so far this year with 1.44. The Widcats cruised past UT-Permian Basin Tuesday night in three games and will battle Midwestern State Thursday in Wichita Falls. contact Gwin at
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Standings FOOTBALL Team Div. Ovrl. ACU 3-0 WTAMU 2-0 TAMU-K 2-1 ENMU 2-1 MSU 1-1 E. Central 1-1 Tarleton St. 1-2 UIW 0-2 Angelo St. 0-3
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Carpenter, Holton break school record
6-0 5-1 5-1 3-3 5-1 1-5 1-5 2-4 2-3
Jeff Johnston Sports Reporter
VOLLEYBALL Team
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Ovrl.
ACU 6-0 WTAMU 6-0 Angelo St. 5-1 MSU 4-2 TAMU-K 4-3 Tarleton St. 2-4
16-3 13-7 9-10 10-8 8-9 14-7
WOMEN’S SOCCER Team Div. Ovrl. MSU ACU Cen. Okla. WTAMU NE St. E. Central ENMU
5-0 4-1-0 3-2-0 2-2-1 0-4-1 0-4-1 0-5-0
10-1-0 9-2-0 7-5-0 6-3-3 4-5-2 4-6-2 3-9-0
October 13, 2010
MEAGAN HERNANDEZ // Staff Photographer
Ashley Holton scores her second goal in ACU’s 4-1 win Saturday.
The Lady Wildcat soccer team followed up its pair of victories from two weekends ago with another two wins this past weekend. They breezed past West Texas A&M University on Friday 4-1 and had an equally easy win over Eastern New Mexico University on Sunday 3-1. The Wildcats got off to a quick start on Friday with a goal in the sixth minute by junior Ashley Holton. The rest of the first half, however, was scoreless, and the Wildcats went
into halftime up 1-0. The second half began with another quick start by the Wildcats as senior Courtney Wilson scored after just four minutes. West Texas A&M responded quickly with a goal of their own in the fiftieth minute, knocking the Wildcats’ lead back down to one (2-1). This didn’t discourage the Wildcats as they continued to keep pressure on the West Texas A&M goalkeeper with 14 total shots in the game and two more goals. The third goal came from the head of sophomore Krysta Grimm on a long throw from senior Kend-
all Cooper. It was Grimm’s first goal of the season and seemed to seal the victory for the Wildcats. Holton knocked another ball into the back of the net in the last few minutes of the game, giving the Wildcats a 4-1 win and giving Holton her sixth goal in the last three games. “We are passing well and being patient on the ball right now when we are playing well. There are times when we still get a little impatient and play a little kickball, but the girls know now what they need see RECORD page 7
FOOTBALL
Wildcats still perfect Brandon Tripp Sports Director
Briefs n The
No. 21 Wildcat volleyball team rolled in a three game victory Tuesday night in a non-conference match again UT-Permian Basin, 25-17, 25-13, and 25-22.
n Darrell Cantu-Harkless and Kevin Washington were named LSC Top Performers of the Week for their efforts in the Wildcats' win over the Mustangs on Saturday.Cantu-Harkless had 215 all-purpose yards and one touchdown, and Washington recorded nine tackles and two fumble recoveries.
Player Profile n Hans Hach is a redshirt freshman from Culiacan, Mexico. The tennis player won the singles title as a seventh seed and teamed up with teammate Bryan Joiner to take the doubles crown for ACU as well at ITA South Central Regional Championships in Maryville, MO last week. Hach and Joiner advance and will join seven other regional winners who will compete for National Small College Championships Oct. 14-17 in Mobile, Ala.
The Wildcats showed their guts Saturday with a 3128 comeback win over No. 8 Midwestern State. ACU played in front of its largest crowd of the season with 13,486 fans on hand for homecoming weekend. Mitchell Gale had another solid day for the Wildcats, going 27-39 for 263 yards and three scores. Gale did not throw a single interception, which makes seven straight games he has not thrown the ball to the other team. Edmund Gates also had a stand-out game with 100 yards receiving for the third time this season. “Edmund really had a dirty-work type of game,” said ACU Head Coach Chris Thomsen. “He was getting catches across the middle, which is what he is going to have to do. They aren’t going to let him get deep every time.” ACU came out fired up against Harlon Hill candidate Zack Eskridge and forced a see COMEBACK page 7
GENNA DUNCAN // Staff Photographer
Wide receiver Edmund “Clyde” Gates makes a catch against Midwestern State on Saturday. Gates caught eight catches for 104 yards and a touchdown in the Wildcats’ 31-28 victory.
VOLLEYBALL
INTRAMURALS
GSP, Kojies win on rivalry night Ryan Cantrell
Sports Multimedia Editor
Ex-Factor n Bernard
Scott rushed for 4 yards on 2 carries in the Bengals’ 24-21 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Scott now has run for 78 yards on 17 carries this year.
n Johnny
Knox had one reception for 14 yards in the Bears’ 23-6 win over the Carolina Panthers, bringing his total to 272 yards for the year. Danieal Manning recorded four tackles in the loss. The Bears will square off with the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, October 17, at noon.
DANIEL GOMEZ // Chief Photographer
The Wildcats huddle up just before game time to prepare for Southwestern Oklahoma State.
ACU undefeated in Moody Austin Gwin Sports Editor
The ACU volleyball team is making the most of Moody Coliseum this year. In their four home games, ACU is 4-0 and has only lost one game in all four of those matches combined.
On Saturday, the Wildcats took on a struggling Southwestern Oklahoma squad who sits in last in the Lone Star Conference. It was another dominating win for the women in purple as ACU won 3-1. “We didn’t come out as strong as we have been,”
said senior setter Ijeoma Moronu. “Towards the end we started to play our type of aggressive ball, and we won the way we should.” The Wildcats easily won game one 25-18 and game two 25-15. In game three, see HOME page 7
Intramural football amped up last Thursday as the social clubs squared off in a night of rivalry. The championship league featured match-ups that included GSP–Galaxy, Trojans–Sub T-16, Alpha Kai–Delta Theta and Sigma Theta Chi–Ko Jo Kai. “We do rivalry week because it brings out tremendous amounts of excitement. The teams enjoy playing each other, and they gear up for each other,” Assistant Intramural Director Mark Jackson said. “It is usually one of the best games of the year. “The Kojies were led by junior Quarterback Katie Cupit, who scored 19 points against a Siggie defense who had not given up a touchdown all season. The Kojies jumped out to an early lead in the first half and held on in the second for a 19-13 victory.
In the other major women’s club game, Delta Theta knocked off Alpha Kai Omega 18-12. In the men’s champ league, Trojans and Sub T tried to rekindle an old rivalry on the field. In a defensive game, both teams struggled to put points on the board. When the final whistle blew the game ended in a rare 6–6 tie. In the final game of the night, GSP edged out Galaxy 28-27. Galaxy jumped out ahead after scoring on its opening drive and intercepting quarterback Riley Orr on the next possession. Galaxy converted the turnover into points to go up 14 –0. GSP rallied back, but only traded scores with Galaxy. Late in the game, Galaxy led 27–21 with the ball. The Moonies were driving for a score that would put the game away, when Cade Davis intercepted Steve Rizzotto see RIVALRY page 7