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Distinguished alumni and guests stand for a devotional. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Gallery: Opening Assembly starts off the new school year, Honorable Shelton Gibbs addresses students

September 1, 2023 by Daniel Curd

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)

Filed Under: Multimedia, Photo Galleries Tagged With: opening assembly, opening ceremony, Opening Chapel

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About Daniel Curd

Daniel is a photographer from Denver, Colorado. He is an Advertising/Public Relations major hoping to go into media creation. When not taking photos, he can be found in the library studying with friends, listening to music, or watching one of his favorite movies. For any additional photos captured by him, visit: DanielCurd.com

You are here: Home / Multimedia / Photo Galleries / Gallery: Opening Assembly starts off the new school year, Honorable Shelton Gibbs addresses students

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  • Gallery: Second annual ACU’s Got Talent showcases spoken word, singing, hula hooping

  • Gallery: Ko Jo Kai, Trojans take first place in 70th annual intramural rodeo

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