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Race at ACU

May 1, 2009 by Optimist Staff

An in-depth look at the history of race relations, integration and the racial makeup of Abilene Christian University

  • See the Print Edition of the Race at ACU project
  • The Great Divide
  • Anchored by diversity
  • Students share thoughts on interracial dating
  • International student population rises
  • Scholarships aid students
  • International students face more difficult adjustments
  • First African-American student recalls struggle
  • Literature class explore diverse opinions
  • Breaking the ACU Color Barrier
  • Racially based student groups foster interracial unity
  • Race vs. Ethnicity

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Other Special Projects:

  • Breaking the ACU Color Barrier: Integration of ACU sports promotes stronger teams, peaceful community

  • First African-American student recalls struggle

  • The Great Divide: Modern Churches of Christ endeavor to address historically perpetuated racial divisions within congregations.

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You are here: Home / Special Projects / Race at ACU

Other Special Projects:

  • Breaking the ACU Color Barrier: Integration of ACU sports promotes stronger teams, peaceful community

  • First African-American student recalls struggle

  • The Great Divide: Modern Churches of Christ endeavor to address historically perpetuated racial divisions within congregations.

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