It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at Hardin-Simmons University (HSU), and that means it is the season for all of your favorite traditions like tree decorating, Christmas movies, gingerbread houses and pickles. You may find yourself scratching your head as one of these traditions does not match the rest; however, growing up with one German and one American parent, pickles are just one example of how these cultures meshed.  According to German tradition, the ve

Hardin-Simmons University’s (HSU) Christmas Party is a beloved celebration during the holidays for students, faculty, staff and the Abilene community. The annual HSU Christmas party will be lighting up the campus on Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m..  “HSU’s annual Christmas party is an event available to students, staff and the public to watch as we light up HSU including our Christmas tree,” Keatyn Rodgers, a senior business administration major from Ronanke and the student worker who i

Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) will host its annual De-Stress Fest on Wed. Dec. 3, offering students a chance to unwind before finals. The event will take place throughout the morning and afternoon in both Moody 208 and the Moody Porch. De-Stress Fest is coordinated by HSU Counseling Services as a way for students to relax and recharge in preparation for exam week. The first portion of the event will be held in the morning outside the Moody Center, where breakfast and coff

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most controversial topics of our time. Many look at this technology with excitement and intrigue, believing that it will help usher us into a new age of progress and success. Others look at AI and are extremely skeptical as to its benefit to humanity or believe that it poses a serious risk to modern society.  Last week, professors at Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) presented their personal opinions on AI, as well as how they

The Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) Department of Theatre has enchanted audiences this November with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella , directed by Dr. Stace Gaddy, associate professor of theatre. The show was performed on Nov. 6-8 and 14-16. This timeless musical promised a magical experience filled with beautiful music, heartfelt performances and the message that dreams really can come true.  Cinderella  featured a talented cast of 21 performers, chosen through auditi

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most defining forces of our generation. What once belonged to science-fiction now sits in our pockets, answers our questions, writes our emails and recommends what we watch next. As AI continues to evolve, it raises the question of what kind of impact it will have on our daily lives and how it will impact the educational experience and academia as a whole.  Dr. Randy Rogers is the associate professor of Biblical Studies and

The Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) Concert Band is bringing music lovers together for an unforgettable evening with its fall concert, “Sign Here.”  The performance will take place on Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Van Ellis Theatre, and admission is free to the public.  Under the direction of Jay Lester, Assistant Professor of Trumpet and Music Education, the concert will feature 40 student musicians, performing a mix of brand-new compositions and well-known classics. This eve

Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) students, faculty, and staff will lace up their running shoes for the annual Turkey Day 5K on Nov 24 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.. The event, hosted by University Recreations, has become a fall tradition that combines fitness, fun, and campus community spirit before the Thanksgiving break. The race will begin and end near the HSU Fitness Center, with volunteers from across campus stationed along the course to guide participants and cheer them o

The sound of sneakers on the hardwood returns tonight to the Mabee Complex as the Hardin-Simmons University Cowboys and Cowgirls basketball teams tip off their home seasons against the Texas Lutheran Bulldogs with energy, expectation and plenty of momentum behind them. On the men’s side, the Cowboys finished last season with an impressive 20-10 overall record and a perfect 8-0 mark in American Southwest Conference play, marking one of the best conference runs in recent memor

Hardin-Simmons University’s (HSU) Student Activities Board (SABERS), in collaboration with HSU’s Residence Life, will host the annual Fall Fest on Wednesday, Nov. 19, on Anderson Lawn. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. and continue throughout the evening. Fall Fest is one of HSU’s most attended student traditions, designed to bring the campus community together for a night of food, activities and fall-themed fun. The event takes place each November and serves as a way for st

Story by: Andy Aniekeme Dr. Zachary Ingle, associate professor of communication at Hardin-Simmons University (HSU), has turned a lifelong love of movies into published academic work with a chapter published in All I Wanna Do Go the Distance? The Rocky and Creed Franchise,  a book celebrating 50 years of iconic boxing films. Growing up in Lubbock, Dr. Ingle’s connection to the Rocky  series started early. “It was a blast,” Dr. Ingle said. “I grew up watching the Rocky  mo

On Oct. 28, Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) hosted its annual Mabee Madness event to kick off the men’s and women’s basketball seasons. The event’s sponsors included Buffalo Wild Wings, Flying Bison and First Financial Bank. Mabee Madness took place in the Mabee Athletic Complex, where doors opened at 6:15 p.m.. The first 100 students received free wings from Buffalo Wild Wings. Upon entering the gym, students were greeted with tables offering free Mabee Madness T-shirts an

The crack of a bat, the early morning workouts, and the echo of gloves snapping shut. Hardin--Simmons University’s baseball team has been living that rhythm all fall.  “This offseason has been unlike any other during my time at Hardin-Simmons,” Evan Giles, a senior criminal justice major from North Richland Hills  and third baseman, said. “In all the best ways, our coaches have been pushing us hard and keeping us grinding throughout the fall. With limited practice days, ever

On Oct. 9, I had the opportunity to go and see the country music legend and icon Keith Urban in concert for the first time. After years of listening to his music and falling in love with his style, I finally was there, in person, getting to see him work and it was beautiful. But before Keith Urban started playing, his show opened with three fantastic country music artists: Karley Scott Collins, Alana Springsteen, and Chase Matthew.  One of the things that I enjoy the most a

Dancing is a prominent aspect of culture around the world, dating back to the early days of humanity.  From ballroom styles like the waltz and cha-cha, to folk, modern jazz, hip-hop and ballet, there is a style for everyone. Modern western square dancing is one such style that evolved in the 1970s, but can be traced back to early 17th-century Europe. Sometimes referred to as the quadrille, square dancing is an internationally popular social dance consisting of two couples ar

For the Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) men’s and women’s soccer teams, this season has been about a lot more than just the scoreboards. It has been about family, faith and the kind of resilience that shows up when things get tough. “The year hasn’t gone exactly how we expected, but that hasn’t stopped us from growing together,”  Omar Estrada, a senior sports management major from Midland and striker for the Cowboys, said. “It’s been rough and not something that we would’ve

The Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) Department of Theatre has been working hard this semester to bring us amazing theatrical performances. Now, the theatre department proudly presents  Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella . The show will be taking place on Nov. 6-8 and 14-15 at 7:30 p.m. and on Nov. 16 at 2 p.m.. Tickets are on sale now, and can be found through the link in their Instagram accounts bio, found at @hsutheatredept, or at https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/venue.p

On Oct. 21, Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) students lined up outside Ferguson Hall for the annual Pumpkin Palooza, a late-night tradition that challenges students to find hidden pumpkins throughout the residence hall. The event began at 8:30 p.m. and concluded two hours later. By 7:30 p.m., students started gathering to secure a spot at the front of the line. The crowd wrapped around the building as participants were grouped into sets of 15 before entering. Some students ar

From China to Malaysia to Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University (HSU) alumnus Tim Baek has let music guide his path. Born in China to South Korean missionary parents, Baek grew up in Malaysia before coming to Texas to pursue his passion for music. Baek said his decision to attend HSU came down to three factors: the university’s size, the World-Famous Cowboy Band, and scholarship opportunities. “My high school was quite small, so I wanted a small college environment,” Baek said.

Every Tuesday and Thursday, students are invited to chapel at 9:30 a.m.at Behrens Auditorium. As an event, chapel is meant to serve as a community bonding experience as we worship God together and offer companionship and love to other students, faculty and staff around us. Not only is it a good opportunity to meet new friends, faculty and staff, but it is also necessary to graduate from Hardin-Simmons University. In order for a student to graduate they must obtain 80 credit

Rush season has ended at Hardin Simmons University and Greek life is about to start welcoming new potential members into their clubs: Tri Phi (Sorority), Kappa (Fraternity), Delta (Sorority), Alpha Iota Omega (Sorority) and ZOO (Fraternity).  The process to become a potential member in one of these clubs includes attending rush events, getting bids from clubs to join and pledging into a desired club. Receiving a bid from the clubs consists of attending the mandatory pref din

Chapel was held at Hunter Baseball Field at 9:30 a.m. on Oct 14, and featured guest speaker Dr. Lew Sterrett, who delivered a message while demonstrating the process of training a young horse. The event took place outdoors in place of the regular chapel service. Sterrett, known for combining horsemanship with teaching, led a young horse into the field and began explaining each step of the training process. He described how he establishes communication, builds trust, corrects

Denton Valley Farms, the largest pumpkin patch in the Big Country, is located at 8740 County Road 224 in Clyde. The farm opened for the fall season on Sept. 13, with hours concluding on Nov. 2. It features a variety of fall-themed activities that offer hours of entertainment for visitors of all ages. Voted one of the top pumpkin patches in Texas, Denton Valley Farms has become a popular fall attraction for many local college students. General admission is $18.50 for ages 3

Greek Life has kicked off rush season for potential new members to join sororities and fraternities this fall semester at Hardin Simmons University (HSU). There are five social clubs HSU offers that are a part of Greek life: Triphi (Sorority), Kappa (Fraternity), Delta (Sorority), Alpha Iota Omega (Sorority) and ZOO (Fraternity).  At HSU, Greek Life is different from how it is at D1 universities. Trinity Epley, a freshman in biology/ kinesiology, expressed how she feels abou

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Hardin-Simmons University’s (HSU) Theatre Department began their theatrical run on Sept. 25 with a murder mystery comedy called XSR: Die! written by Kurt Kleinmann. At first glance, this show seems to be like other theatrical pieces of the same genre, until you realize that the entire show is done in noir style, completely in black and white.  “The set, makeup, costumes, props and lights are all shades of black, white and grey,” Kennan Dowling, senior strategic communicatio

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