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Northside pumpkin patch opens for fundraising

October 4, 2016 by Cole Widder

Disabilities Resources launched its annual Pumpkin Patch Saturday with more than a thousand pumpkins. DRI houses residents with developmental disabilities and its mission is “to provide exceptional care and contented lives to intellectually challenged adults in a Christian environment.” The pumpkin patch, DRI’s biggest fundraiser, ... [Read More…]

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CEO prepares 120 events for Startup Week

September 28, 2016 by Cole Widder

ACU's chapter of Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization is busy making plans for what will be the biggest-ever Startup Week, set to take place in mid-November. Last fall, CEO brought home the title of best CEO chapter in the nation at the national conference after hosting Startup Week, packed with 100 events. This fall, CEO aims to host 120 events ... [Read More…]

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All Regions Choir Workshop helps high school students

September 21, 2016 by Cole Widder

The Department of Music is hosting an All Region Choir Workshop for high school students preparing for their auditions for the All Regions Choir Saturday. This workshop is run by Jeff Goolsby, Director of Choral Activities, and sponsored by the Texas Music Education Association. Goolsby says that the purpose of this workshop is to continue to ... [Read More…]

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REMINDER: The Texas voter registration deadline is on Monday for primary elections. Students can register in Abilene or at home.

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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Check out this wider view of the snow on campus from our drone shots over the weekend!Wednesday classes will move to remote instruction, and offices will remain closed.🎥: Daniel Curd #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #winterstorm ... See MoreSee Less

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