A decision by the university to raise the minimum wage for student workers to $8 per hour began nearly two years ago with a proposal by then sophomore representative Hannah Maniscalo. The Student Government Association passed legislation in the fall of 2021 calling on the university to make the change, but, said SGA vice president Nathan ... [Read More…]
ACU Wildlife Society holds 5th annual Dove Hunt
The ACU Wildlife Society hosted their 5th annual dove hunt on Sept. 15 and 16. ACUTWS is a student chapter of the Wildlife Society, an international society of wildlife professionals and students. Dr. James Carpenter, Associate Professor of Environmental Science, is involved with ACUTWS. “The mission of ACUTWS is to provide students with ... [Read More…]
Reminders about COVID-19 issued as cases rise
COVID-19 has been a source of turmoil throughout the past four years, as it is affecting several students across campus today. With germs spreading quickly, precautions are being taken. The Taylor County hospital admission level is currently listed as medium. Kris Sutton, chair of the ACU Health Response Team and Wendy Kilmer, director of ... [Read More…]
Miertschin named the new dean of the Onstead College of Science and Engineering
Three new colleges and the new locations of various departments were named. This restructuring is part of a plan to grow the national reputation of ACU’s academic programs as well as to group similar programs together for a multidisciplinary environment that will work well together. This new structure includes the College of Arts, Humanities, and ... [Read More…]
McCracken starts year as new FAR
Dr. Vic McCracken is going “FAR” in his involvement with ACU. McCracken was appointed by Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, last spring to be the new Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) succeeding Dr. Jonathan Stewart. In addition to this, he is a professor of ethics and theology in the College of Biblical Studies and has served ... [Read More…]
Engineering department adapts ride-in car for local boy
As Miller Thweatt, a six-year-old with Leigh Syndrome, is brought into the room at West Texas Rehabilitation Center, his eyes widen as well as his smiles. An adapted ride-in car looks back at him. As bravery and strength exudes from him, people around him are inspired and grateful to be a part of his life. Leigh syndrome is characterized by ... [Read More…]
Graduates prepare to enter an economy with inflation, unemployment
Graduation is quickly approaching, and seniors have been busy preparing to enter the world of working professionals. The United States is facing the highest inflation rates in four years, and college graduates across the nation have been trying to handle this intimidating reality. Dawne Swearingin-Meeks, theatre professor and chair of the ... [Read More…]
Communication science disorders, engineering students adapt toys for disabled children
ACU Dallas Speech-Language Pathologist students, Abilene SLP students and engineering students are gathering for their annual adapt-a-thon Friday to adapt toys for children with physical disabilities to use in therapy. Students will utilize the ACU Maker Lab to do this and this is the first time the engineering department will be involved in ... [Read More…]
19th annual FilmFest awards student work
The 19th annual FilmFest gala awarded students for their work in short films on Friday at the Paramount Theater downtown. The theme of this year’s event was 'Flashback.' 14 student groups submitted films to this year's competition with 14 awards being earned at the end of the night. The winners for this year's FilmFest include: Best Picture – ... [Read More…]
Hosts, hostesses to take Sing Song stage
The 2023 Sing Song hosts and hostesses have dedicated the past several months to rehearsals and preparations for this weekend's production. Host and hostess vocal coach Marlow Rodgers said the four women and two men who will host the show will take the entertainment and talent of Sing Song to the next level. “They sing group numbers, duets, ... [Read More…]