Cross country set the tone for the season with a first-place finish from the women’s team and a second-place finish from the men’s team at Friday’s meet. The results gave both teams confidence heading into the rest of the season, but head coach Wayne Angel said the runners still have areas to improve. He said the teams performed well based on ... [Read More…]
Harrell, Filani return to Lubbock as ACU coaches
For several members of the ACU football team, Saturday’s trip to Lubbock will not feel like traveling to an unfamiliar stadium. Head coach Keith Patterson, co-offensive coordinator and QB coach Graham Harrell and co-offensive coordinator and WR coach Joel Filani all have ties to Texas Tech. Harrell, who was inducted into the Texas Tech Hall ... [Read More…]
New coach, new season for cross country
With a new head coach and a renewed focus on trust and hard work, ACU cross country is preparing to begin its season next weekend with expectations of continued growth throughout the year. Head coach Wayne Angel comes to ACU after seven seasons with Northern Colorado. Angel said that so far, he’s been impressed by the team’s willingness to work ... [Read More…]
Hazzard’s dunking journey continues in Dunkman finals
After years of turning his passion for dunking into online content, Cam Hazzard is taking his talents to one of the biggest stages in the sport. Hazzard, a junior finance, accounting and information systems major from Little Elm, won Group A of Shaquille O’Neal’s Dunkman competition back in July, landing him a spot in the Aug. 25 finals in ... [Read More…]
ACU Gives raises $1.4 million in annual day of giving
Alumni, parents and other donors raised over $1.4 million during ACU Gives, the university’s annual day of giving, designed to support scholarships, campus programs and student organizations. The campaign, which now runs for two days, encourages members of the ACU community to contribute to areas of campus that have impacted them. Donations ... [Read More…]
Women’s tennis makes historic finish in WAC tournament
History was made for the women’s tennis team this season as the Wildcats advanced further than ever in the WAC tournament, finishing as the runner-up after a dominant semifinal win. The team's run was highlighted by a 4-0 sweep over Utah Tech, securing a spot in the championship match and marking a milestone moment for the program. While the ... [Read More…]
ResLife preps for stress of larger freshman class
As Olivia Hamrick, a senior at Colleyville Heritage High School and an incoming freshman, prepares for her first year of college, one concern stands out among the excitement: finding a place to live on campus. “It honestly makes me nervous,” Hamrick said. “There will be more competition trying to get into certain dorms, and I feel like everything ... [Read More…]
Pledging season and weather changes strengthen seasonal sickness
Campus is seeing a rising number of students with coughs, congestion and clinic visits as students adjust to pledging and the rapidly changing weather conditions. Over the past couple of weeks, staff at the Medical and Counseling Care Center have noticed more students seeking medical care for common illnesses. As temperatures change and ... [Read More…]
Students watch early screening of ‘I Can Only Imagine 2’
An exclusive pre-release screening of I Can Only Imagine 2, free for students, took place last week at Cinemark XD. I Can Only Imagine 2 is the sequel to the 2018 blockbuster I Can Only Imagine and continues the story inspired by MercyMe’s music, focusing on themes of faith, perseverance, and redemption. The original film grossed over $83 ... [Read More…]