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Freshman Follies returns for family weekend

Freshman Follies will return to campus once again this weekend for Family Weekend.  The event began in 1970 as an informal freshman skit and showcase […]

Football starts season 0-2 despite bright spots against Texas Tech

Quarterback Will Hammond and Texas Tech combined for 471 yards of offense in a 33-10 win over Abilene Christian on Saturday in Lubbock. The game […]

Six countries, one foundation

Five times. That is how many times Salam Abdelmassih read through the Bible in nine months while attending a School of Biblical Studies in Hawaii. […]

Police log: Multiple students found under the influence of alcohol

8/26/2026 1740 hrs. Medical, Practice Fields                                       […]

Students begin campaigning for SGA class representatives

The Student Government Association is starting up this fall with campaigning for class representatives. SGA held interest meetings on Aug. 25-27 and 31, and students […]

News

Student films featured at Abilene Frontier Film Festival

October 14, 2026 By Allison McCall Leave a Comment

Two documentaries created by ACU students were featured at the second annual Abilene Frontier Film Festival. The Abilene Frontier Film Festival was held on Oct. 2 and 3 at Frontier Texas, and it celebrated independent filmmaking through ... [Read More…]

The MACCC to highlight women’s health through Monday Mile event

October 14, 2026 By Amelie Aquino Leave a Comment

The Medical and Counseling Care Center is hosting a come-and-go event to raise awareness for women’s health on Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students are encouraged to walk the track at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center for a mile while ... [Read More…]

Gallery: OIEB celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with annual Entra a La Plaza

October 14, 2026 By Emalee Martinez Leave a Comment

The Office of Intercultural Engagement celebrated the end of Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 9 with Miami Nights, featuring free food, giveaways, five performers, Loteria, a traditional Mexican game and more. fr ... [Read More…]

Sports

Volleyball looking to finish strong with a chance at history

October 14, 2026 By Josiah Wonnell Leave a Comment

Abilene Christian’s four-game winning streak came to a halt on Saturday against cross-state rival Tarleton State. The Texans opened the match by scoring the first five points in the first set and maintained the lead throughout, securing a 25-16 win. Sets two and three followed a similar pattern, both ending 25-19 as the Wildcats stayed […]

Gallery: Football holds off Central Arkansas for home win

October 14, 2026 By Daniel Rhodes Leave a Comment

Football defeated Central Arkansas 20-14 at home and extended its conference record to 2-0. The team rushed for a total of 303 yards, with quarterback Tucker Parks leading the team in rushing with 73 yards. Santana Miller recorded the only interception of the game for either team. Their next game is on Oct. 17 at […]

Wildcats stay undefeated in UAC, defeat Central Arkansas 20-14

October 14, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

With a 20-14 win against Central Arkansas at home, the Wildcats have moved to a promising 2-0 in the United Athletic Conference and 3-4 overall ahead of a road matchup against North Alabama this week. This win did not come easily for ACU. The Cats held off a late Central Arkansas push, relying on a […]

Features

From Rwanda to ACU, Jabo pursues science and service

October 2, 2026 By Taylor Harrison Leave a Comment

Before coming to Abilene, Quentin Jabo had a different future in mind. Growing up in Kigali, Rwanda, Jabo attended a minor seminary and once planned to become a priest. His family supported the ... [Read More…]

Opinion

ACU finally played a complete half. Now it needs two.

October 9, 2026 By Caysson Higgins Leave a Comment

Opinion: Parks, the run game and a win: Now ACU has to prove it

September 25, 2026 By Caysson Higgins Leave a Comment

One Thing Needful

August 28, 2026 By Benjamin Peterson Leave a Comment

Letter from the editor: Learning to lead

May 7, 2026 By Ashley Henderson

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