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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

2026 Homecoming celebrates university traditions

October 28, 2026 By Leslie Carrigan Leave a Comment

After a week of festivities centered around students, alumni will make their way back to Abilene this weekend for homecoming, with the theme “Traditions.” The weekend will feature regular homecoming events such as the parade, tailgating, the ... [Read More…]

Tettamble and Nakamine make history in ASUN doubles championship

October 28, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

Gus Tettamble and Luis Jose Nakamine etched their names in Abilene Christian sports history this past week, winning the doubles championship at the ASUN Men’s Tennis Individual Tournament. The Wildcat duo, who are also roommates, won convincingly ... [Read More…]

Sights and Sounds from Halbert National

October 27, 2026 By Josiah Wonnell Leave a Comment

“There are no divots on the fairway and no pitch marks on the green” said University of Oregon golfer Tong An to Golf Channel, minutes after she set a course record with a 8-under day totaling a score of 64.  The course in conversation is Halbert ... [Read More…]

Sports

ACU volleyball sets multiple program records during 2026 season

October 27, 2026 By Alexis Stanley Leave a Comment

Volleyball has set multiple program records during the 2026 season, including its best start in the Division I era and its highest win total since 2011. The Wildcats entered this week with a 15-7 overall record and a 7-3 mark in United Athletic Conference play. A 3-1 victory over West Georgia on Oct. 24 gave […]

Offense shines in Wildcats’ third straight win, moves to 3-0 in UAC play

October 21, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

Wildcat football seems to have hit a groove with three straight wins ahead of its bye week, taking down North Alabama 31-28 on a walk-off field goal to improve to 3-0 in United Athletic Conference play and 4-4 overall after starting 1-4. The dagger came from the guy who did it before: Brandon Perez, the […]

Gallery: Golf hosts Abilene Christian Intercollegiate at Halbert National

October 21, 2026 By Zion Webb Leave a Comment

ACU men’s and women’s golf hosted the inaugural Abilene Christian Intercollegiate Oct. 19-21 at Halbert National Golf Course, a 7,542-yard, par-72 course designed by Tom Fazio and built on land belonging to ACU alumnus David D. Halbert, who invested more than $50 million in the project. The tournament featured a nationally competitive field, with several […]

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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