The Optimist

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Playing by different rules: Male student-athletes aren’t held accountable for their actions
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Church of Christ members navigate Christmas without a biblical blueprint
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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My journey to understanding, overcoming anxiety
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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The fight against grade inflation
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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$1 million grant approved in support of Ministry Residency Program
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Sarah Thompson’s path to graphic design
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Halloween is not demonic, our culture is
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Born an artist
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Students outside of the Christian faith have a place at ACU
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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Omicron Xi Chi probates honor tradition, legacy
ByBaylie Simon January 26, 2026March 2, 2026

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