Students and alumni will have the opportunity to connect at this year’s Homecoming, which is themed “The Sky’s the Limit.” While students spent the week participating in activities like as late-night breakfast, a scavenger hunt and Sherbet with Schubert, the celebrations are only just getting started. Friday will begin with Praise Day ... [Read More…]
Bean addresses 14 health code violations in city inspection
The Bean is responding to a city health inspection in September in for which the campus cafeteria received 14 health violations, including issues related to proper holding temperatures and pests found within the dining space and storage room. Dr. Ryan Richardson, vice president for student life, said when he saw the results of the inspection, it ... [Read More…]
Police Log: Student found intoxicated at Dillard Hall
10/12/2024 0330 hrs. Alcohol Incident, Dillard Hall ACUPD responded to reports of an intoxicated student in the lobby of Dillard Hall. The student was located and determined to be intoxicated and under 21 years of age. The student was issued a citation for consumption of alcohol by a minor. 10/11/2024 2115 hrs. Drug Activity, Dillard ... [Read More…]
Police Log: Suspicious activity reported at ACU-owned rental house
10/09/2024 1600 hrs. Suspicious Activity, Adjunct Area ACUPD responded to an ACU-owned rental house in the 600 block of EN 16th St for reports that the door appeared to have been kicked in. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and possible suspects. Nothing was reported stolen at the time of the report. 10/09/2024 1050 ... [Read More…]
NEXT Lab receives approval for construction of molten salt reactor
The National Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued the university a construction permit to build a liquid-fueled molten salt reactor (Natura MSR-1), which makes it the first university reactor approved in more than 30 years and the first reactor licensed by the NRC in American history. Dr. Kim Pamplin, NEXT Lab director of chemistry, said the ... [Read More…]
Police Log: Alcoholic beverages confiscated in Dillard Hall
9/24/2024 1415 hrs. Alcohol Incident, Dillard Hall ACUPD provided standby while ACU staff conducted an administrative search of a room in Dillard Hall. Alcoholic beverages were discovered and confiscated by ACUPD for disposal. No citations were issued but a referral to the Dean of Students was made for the alcohol violation. 9/22/2024 ... [Read More…]
Students elect new SGA Senate
New SGA class officers were announced on September 10. Below is the complete list of the members of the 2024-25 SGA Senate. Freshman: Mia Melara President Will Fiscus Vice President Themba Mlondiwa Multicultural Senator Annie Caire Class Representative Caleb ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Football crumbles under last minute drive against Idaho
The football team walked away defeated against the University of Idaho Vandals 27-24 at Wildcat Stadium on Saturday night. The Wildcats now stand 1-2 overall, after winning their game last week against the University of Nothern Colorado. The team prepares for their next game against Utah Tech on Sept. 28 in St. George, Utah. ... [Read More…]
Police Log: Armed person seen on Lunsford Trail
9/16/2024 1220 hrs. Suspicious Person Lunsford Trail ACUPD received a report of an armed person walking on the Lunsford Trail. The subject was contacted, advised of the law for carrying a firearm and then issued a criminal trespass warning to not return to the ACU campus. Abilene Police was also notified of this incident. 9/13/2024 1130 ... [Read More…]
Planning starts for future of former Mabee Hall, other upcoming projects
The new Mabee Hall, formerly known as Sikes, has been open for about three weeks, and plans for the old building are still being considered. “For the last five years, we've been planning on what you now see as a freshman village,” said Kevin Campbell, senior vice president of operations. “The existing Mabee Hall is no longer a residence hall, ... [Read More…]