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View from the sidelines: Life during New Member Orientation

New Member Orientation season is once again underway, and even students who are not participating say it is impossible to ignore. From coordinated outfits at […]

Compass Team highlights authentic reflection amid AI concerns

ACU Student Success emailed the student body on behalf of the Compass team on Monday, regarding an uptick in AI-generated responses to exercises.  The university’s […]

Wildcats snap losing streak at home against UTA

The Wildcats snapped their seven-game losing streak with a 63-60 win over the University of Texas at Arlington Mavericks on Thursday, led by a 21-point […]

Wildcats drop tight battle against California Baptist

The Wildcats battled all game in Moody Coliseum on Saturday night, going possession for possession before a late shooting surge from CBU resulted in a […]

Tri-collegiate orchestra to highlight students in biennial concert

The Civic Orchestra of Abilene will feature three student soloists in the Tri-College Concerto-Aria Concert on Tuesday. The orchestra, which was formed in 2016, is […]

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Compass Team highlights authentic reflection amid AI concerns

February 13, 2026 By Callie Leverett Leave a Comment

ACU Student Success emailed the student body on behalf of the Compass team on Monday, regarding an uptick in AI-generated responses to exercises.  The university's required Chapel credits for undergraduate students are a long-standing tradition ... [Read More…]

Pledging season and weather changes strengthen seasonal sickness

February 12, 2026 By Carter Calvin Leave a Comment

Campus is seeing a rising number of students with coughs, congestion and clinic visits as students adjust to pledging and the rapidly changing weather conditions. Over the past couple of weeks, staff at the Medical and Counseling Care Center have ... [Read More…]

Student organizations plan Valentine’s activities, fundraisers

February 12, 2026 By Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Student organizations across campus are celebrating Valentine’s Day with events and activities that give students opportunities to connect, relax and support campus groups through community-focused activities and fundraising.  Omicron Xi Chi is ... [Read More…]

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Wildcats snap losing streak at home against UTA

February 13, 2026 By Hayden DeLand Leave a Comment

The Wildcats snapped their seven-game losing streak with a 63-60 win over the University of Texas at Arlington Mavericks on Thursday, led by a 21-point performance from Bradyn Hubbard. With the win, ACU’s season record improved to 11-13 and 3-8 in conference play, reclaiming the sixth-place spot in the Western Athletic Conference over Tarleton State […]

Wildcats look to reset in home opener after tough start in College Station

February 11, 2026 By Joshua Varner Leave a Comment

The Wildcats will play their first home games of the season this Wednesday after starting the season 0-5 in the Aggie Classic last week. With only seven returning players from last season, Head Coach Jo Koons worked with the team this fall on more than just the technical aspects of the game.  “The really big […]

Wildcats drop tight battle against California Baptist

February 10, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

The Wildcats battled all game in Moody Coliseum on Saturday night, going possession for possession before a late shooting surge from CBU resulted in a 74 – 71 loss. Emma Troxell, junior forward from Bushland, led ACU with 22 points, while Payton Hull, junior guard from Peaster, added 19. The third quarter looked bright for […]

Features

View from the sidelines: Life during New Member Orientation

February 13, 2026 By Makayla Clayton Leave a Comment

New Member Orientation season is once again underway, and even students who are not participating say it is impossible to ignore. From coordinated outfits at Chapel to chants echoing through the ... [Read More…]

Opinion

New Brew = New buzz, Campus needs another coffee option

February 12, 2026 By Roman Raffaeli Leave a Comment

Discerning our vocations

February 10, 2026 By Benjamin Peterson Leave a Comment

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

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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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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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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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