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Losing streak extends to four straight for Wildcats

With Thursday’s 76-70 loss to the Utah Tech Trailblazers, the Wildcats have now lost their fourth straight game, dropping their season record to 10-10 and […]

Pickrell leads, Do shines as Wildcats finish 12th in competitive field at UCF Challenge

The women’s golf team finished its first tournament of the spring season in 12th place at the University of Central Florida Challenge in Orlando, Florida. […]

Dr. Jason Morris receives third Fulbright Award, leading the way for higher education scholars

Dr. Jason Morris, dean of the Honors College, has been awarded his third Fulbright Award.  Morris, professor of core curriculum, was awarded the Fulbright International […]

Extended bye gives Wildcats chance to regroup before Utah Tech

The Wildcats will have 12 days off ahead of their home contest against Utah Tech, courtesy of their midseason bye and a mix of West […]

Women’s basketball heads north well rested, ready for round two versus Trailblazers

The women’s basketball team will begin its second wave of Western Athletic Conference play on the road at Utah Tech University. The last time the […]

News

Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing to have grand opening in fall 2026

January 30, 2026 By Callie Leverett Leave a Comment

A new place of rest and connection is arriving on campus this summer as construction wraps up on the Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing in the Mabee wing of the library, with an official grand opening planned for the fall. “I knew I ... [Read More…]

University adds women’s club volleyball after years of student interest

January 30, 2026 By Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Women's club volleyball is beginning this year, creating a new opportunity on campus for women to compete and build community.  The team was created after years of discussion among students who noticed there was only a men's club volleyball ... [Read More…]

Students watch early screening of ‘I Can Only Imagine 2’

January 30, 2026 By Carter Calvin Leave a Comment

An exclusive pre-release screening of I Can Only Imagine 2, free for students, took place last week at Cinemark XD.  I Can Only Imagine 2 is the sequel to the 2018 blockbuster I Can Only Imagine and continues the story inspired by MercyMe’s music, ... [Read More…]

Sports

Losing streak extends to four straight for Wildcats

January 30, 2026 By Hayden DeLand Leave a Comment

With Thursday’s 76-70 loss to the Utah Tech Trailblazers, the Wildcats have now lost their fourth straight game, dropping their season record to 10-10 and 2-5 in Western Athletic Conference games. The Wildcats’ leading scorer was Yaniel Rivera, junior guard from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, with 18 points, including four 3-pointers. ACU now sits seventh in […]

Pickrell leads, Do shines as Wildcats finish 12th in competitive field at UCF Challenge

January 30, 2026 By Roman Raffaeli Leave a Comment

The women’s golf team finished its first tournament of the spring season in 12th place at the University of Central Florida Challenge in Orlando, Florida. The tournament, hosted by UCF at Eagle Creek Golf Club, was won by No. 7-ranked Auburn University with a 24-under final score through three days of play. The Wildcats finished […]

Extended bye gives Wildcats chance to regroup before Utah Tech

January 27, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

The Wildcats will have 12 days off ahead of their home contest against Utah Tech, courtesy of their midseason bye and a mix of West Texas winter storms that postponed their game against Tarleton State this past week. “We were ready to play Saturday, we were ready to play today,” head coach Brette Tanner said. […]

Features

Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing to have grand opening in fall 2026

January 30, 2026 By Callie Leverett Leave a Comment

A new place of rest and connection is arriving on campus this summer as construction wraps up on the Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing in the Mabee wing of the library, with an official ... [Read More…]

Opinion

Graduating into uncertainty: The job search facing the class of 2026

January 30, 2026 By Daniel Curd Leave a Comment

A northerner’s perspective: Snow your roll

January 22, 2026 By Roman Raffaeli Leave a Comment

Minimum wage jobs teach valuable lessons

January 20, 2026 By Hayden DeLand Leave a Comment

When coffee stops helping and starts hurting

January 15, 2026 By Makayla Clayton Leave a Comment

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REMINDER: The Texas voter registration deadline is on Monday for primary elections. Students can register in Abilene or at home.

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Check out this wider view of the snow on campus from our drone shots over the weekend!Wednesday classes will move to remote instruction, and offices will remain closed.🎥: Daniel Curd #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #winterstorm ... See MoreSee Less

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As snow covers campus, students have been outside having snowball fights and sledding using a variety of items such as laundry baskets and cardboard boxes. Our staff went out and captured the winter storm, which has cancelled classes for the second day in a row. To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. 📸: Daniel Curd, Callie Brimberry#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #photography #winterstormy ... See MoreSee Less

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