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Week of Monday, April 14, 2025
Vol. 9, Issue 20

A Western History: HSU’s Historic Rodeo and Fracas Week by: Marlee Sorrells
After 43 years, Hardin-Simmons University’s Western Heritage Day has become a beloved tradition among students and the Abilene community...
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14 minutes ago3 min read

Sports Feature: Track and Field by: Katie Caudle
The Hardin-Simmons University track team is composed of hardworking students who are proficient at running, jumping and throwing events,...
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23 minutes ago2 min read

Western Heritage Day by: Brett Briggeman
On Thursday, April 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Hardin-Simmons University will host the 43rd Annual Western Heritage Day. The event will...
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26 minutes ago2 min read


Staff Column: Rascal Flatts by: Brett Briggeman
Rascal Flatts is currently celebrating 25 years as a band, touring the United States of America on their Life is a Highway tour. ...
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7 days ago3 min read


Spring Ring Ceremony by: Hope Menken
Introduced in 2004, the official HSU ring is a more recent addition, but certainly a significant milestone in the seniors’ final year...
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7 days ago2 min read


Revive 25 by: Brett Briggeman
Revive 25 is an upcoming three-day revival to be led by the Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) at Hardin-Simmons University, from April...
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7 days ago2 min read


Sports Feature: Tennis by: Lauren Sincerney
The tennis teams at Hardin-Simmons University have kicked off with a strong start to the season. The women’s team will play their next...
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7 days ago2 min read


A Blast to the Past: The 1975 Class Golden Reunion by: Hope Menken
Fifty years ago, the class of 1975, like so many students before them, graduated. Not unlike students today, many of them had no idea...
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Apr 42 min read


Choir to Perform Annual Hymn Sing by: Hope Menken
It is finally spring, which means finals, cramming, graduation plans, senior recitals, showcases and the annual Hymn Sing is at hand...
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Apr 42 min read


The Theory of Relativity by: Brett Briggeman
The Theory of Relativity is an upcoming musical theater production that will be performed at Hardin-Simmons University by the HSU...
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Apr 42 min read


Sports Feature: Softball and Baseball by: Robbie Almenderez
The Hardin-Simmons University softball and baseball teams have begun their spring competitive season. The Cowgirls are currently 16-3...
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Apr 42 min read


Easter Around the World by: Delani Bauer
As Easter approaches on April 20, it serves to remind us that holidays are celebrated many different ways around the world....
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Apr 42 min read


Interactive Ensemble by: Katie Caudle
This year at Hardin-Simmons University, the new College of Arts and Media (CAM) has created a new choir known as the Interactive...
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Apr 42 min read


Health and Wellness Fair by: Brylie Myers
Hardin-Simmons University’s Health and Wellness Fair is back at the Fletcher Fitness Center on March 28 at 11:00 a.m. The fair will be...
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Mar 282 min read


Beach Reach 2025 by: Brett Briggeman
This spring break, I had the opportunity to take part in a mission trip called Beach Reach. This was my second year taking part in the...
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Mar 284 min read


Smithsonian Exhibit At Buffalo Gap’s Historic Village by: Hope Menken
The Smithsonian’s traveling exhibit “Crossroads: Change in Rural America” has been sweeping its way across the nation. Created to bring...
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Mar 282 min read


HSU Choir's performance of Haydn's Creation by: Katie Caudle
The Hardin-Simmons University Concert Choir alongside a few other local choirs will be performing the oratorio Hyden’s Creation on April...
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Mar 282 min read


Things to do in Abilene by: Brett Briggeman
Abilene, though not a huge city like Dallas or Houston, has many distinctive opportunities for visitors, residents and college students...
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Mar 73 min read


Women’s History Month: Celebrating the Impact of Women at Hardin-Simmons University by: Delani Bauer
March is celebrated as National Women’s History Month, a time to honor women all around the world for their meaningful contributions to...
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Mar 72 min read


Outstanding Young Alumni Awards Banquet by: Delani Bauer
On Feb. 28, Hardin-Simmons University hosted its 22nd annual Outstanding Alumni Awards Banquet at 7 p.m. in the Houston-Lantrip Center. ...
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Mar 72 min read


Hall of Leaders: Meet the Inductees by: Hope Menken
The Hardin-Simmons Hall of Leaders (HoL) was established in 2001 to recognize graduates, former students and former employees who have...
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Mar 76 min read


Sophomore Ring Dunk: Celebrating Tradition and Milestones at HSU by: Delani Bauer
Hardin-Simmons University will host its annual Sophomore Ring Dunk on March 4 at noon in the Alumni Circle. This tradition marks the...
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Feb 282 min read


Hardin-Simmons to Host CUTF 2025 by: Hope Menken
The Christian University Theatre Festival (CUTF) is an annual multi-college theatre festival founded approximately 26 years ago by...
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Feb 282 min read


International Student Fellowship Presents: International Week by: Brylie Myers
Every year, Hardin-Simmons University hosts International Week, a vibrant celebration of cultures from around the world, which is...
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Feb 282 min read


The Brand Movie Column: The Forge by: Brett Briggeman
I love movies… However, sometimes a good movie is hard to find, especially if I am looking for a faith- based film that will edify my...
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Feb 282 min read


Taste of the World by: Lauren Sincerney
Taste of the World is an event taking place during the International Student Fellowship (ISF) International Week took place on Feb. 27,...
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Feb 282 min read


Club Feature: Cowboy Country by: Hope Menken
Hardin-Simmons is home to many clubs and organizations that reflect the student body's wide range of interests. There is something for...
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Feb 202 min read


BSM United by: Brett Briggeman
The Hardin-Simmons University Baptist Student Ministry is premiering a new event series that will be known as BSM United. Roger Jackson,...
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Feb 202 min read


Throwback Thursday: Popular Movies of the Past by: Delani Bauer
Hardin-Simmons University has a long running history of emphasizing the arts. This love of the arts has been demonstrated through past...
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Feb 202 min read


Julius Olson Honors Program: New Beginnings by: Delani Bauer
Hardin-Simmons University’s Julius Olsen Honors Program will be under new leadership beginning June 1. Earlier this year, current program...
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Feb 142 min read


Paws For A Good Cause: HSU’S Canine Companions Program is Changing Lives by: Brylie Myers
Hardin-Simmons University is home to a program that has helped change the lives of countless individuals with disabilities. The Canine...
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Feb 143 min read


The Abilene Burger Brawl by: Brett Briggeman
The Downtown Abilene Burger Brawl began Jan. 15 and will last through Feb. 17 at 5 p.m. This competition features nine different Abilene...
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Feb 144 min read


HSU 10K Giveaway by: Katie Caudle
Hardin-Simmons University has surpassed 10,000 followers on Instagram, and the official university account reached the milestone with a...
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Feb 122 min read


SABERS: Galentine’s Day Celebration by: Delani Bauer
Hardin-Simmons University’s Student Activities Board (SABERS) is hosting its annual Galentine's Celebration om Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. in the...
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Feb 122 min read


God’s Favorite by: Hope Menken
Members of the Hardin-Simmons University Theater Department are hard at work to bring HSU its first production of the spring semester:...
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Feb 122 min read


ChampionChip by: Lauren Sincerney
With Super Bowl LIX taking place on Feb. 9 between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, members of Sabers decided to have...
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Feb 122 min read


The History of Valentine’s Day by: Brylie Myers
Valentine’s Day was not always about Hallmark cards and boxes of chocolates. It actually has its roots in ancient Rome, with the festival...
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Feb 122 min read


University Christmas Party by: Brett Briggeman
The Hardin-Simmons annual University Christmas Party will be from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday on the Anderson Lawn outdoor space. Cassie...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Christmas Traditions by: Katie Caudle
At Hardin-Simmons University we celebrate Christmas by making our whole campus light up at the Christmas Lighting, but how do other...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Starlight Extravaganza By: Hope Menken
Starlight Extravaganza (Starlight) is a Christmas Cabaret Dinner Theatre that combines elegant dining and music inspired by Ellen’s...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


December 2024 Graduation by: Delani Bauer
Hardin-Simmons University’s Fall 2024 graduating class commencement ceremony will take place on Dec. 16. All ceremonies will be held at...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Sports Feature: Basketball by: Robbie Almendarez
The Cowboy and Cowgirl basketball teams have had a successful season so far. Cowgirls Basketball The Cowgirls are currently 7-1. Their...
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Dec 4, 20242 min read


Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert by: Hope Menken
The bands and choirs are in full swing at Hardin-Simmons University as we enter the holiday season. Between the annual Christmas Tree...
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Nov 21, 20242 min read


In a Moment of Loss, Kindness Reigns: Senior Shares Homecoming Title with Classmate by: Lauren Sincerney
On Oct. 26, Hardin-Simmons University hosted its homecoming game and all of the activities that came with it. Just one of the many...
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Nov 21, 20242 min read


All About Thanksgiving by: Delani Bauer
Events Hardin-Simmons University’s Thanksgiving Break is Nov. 27-29. Thanksgiving Day is Nov. 28, and there will be a lot of on-campus...
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Nov 21, 20242 min read


Finals Week by: Delani Bauer
As the semester rapidly comes to a close, Hardin-Simmons University’s finals week is scheduled for Dec. 9-12. You can find this...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read


Simmons Dinner by: Hope Menken
The Dr. James B. Simmons Dinner is a biennial public event dedicated to honoring individuals who carry forward the Simmons’ legacy of...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read


Throwback Thursday: Basketball by: Lauren Sincerney
With the start of basketball season approaching, the Hardin-University teams have been preparing and working hard. Just as they are...
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Nov 8, 20242 min read


Turkey Day 5K by: Katie Caudle
Hardin-Simmons University Recreation will be hold its annual Turkey Day 5K on Nov. 25 at 4 p.m. at the Simmons parking lot. The event is...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read


African Student Union’s Annual Afro Fest by: Hope Menken
Hardin-Simmons has a wide variety of student-run organizations on campus. From country dancing to social groups and book clubs, there is...
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Nov 8, 20242 min read
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