The long-awaited Opening Assembly made a return to Moody Coliseum on Monday morning. Distinguished alumni, joined current students, faculty, and staff to witness the event. The ceremony encompassed time-honored traditions such as the parade of flags and a worship session featuring traditional hymns.
- Creed Ezell, sophomore music major from Yukon, Oklahoma, plays percussion for the Opening Assembly. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Distinguished alumni and guests find their seat in Moody Coliseum during Opening Assembly. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Dr. Steven Ward, director of orchestra and bands, conducts the processional for the Opening Assembly. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Yajat Patel, senior financial management major from Abilene, caries the India flag for the Parade of Flags. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Sawyer Davis, junior journalism major from Denver City, carries the Texas flag in the Parade of Flags. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Students hold different flags in the Parade of Flags. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Distinguished alumni and guests stand for a devotional. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, smiles at the crowd. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- The ACU Grand Chorus sings “The Old Hundredth Psalm Tune.” (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- The Honorable Shelton Gibs IV addresses the crowd. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
- Students sing “The Lord Bless You and Keep You.” (Photo by Daniel Curd)