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Gallery: New students gather for Late Night Worship during Wildcat Week

August 26, 2025 by Callie Brimberry

As part of Wildcat Week, new students gathered in Moody Coliseum on Thursday night for Late Night Worship. The hour-long service offered a time of reflection, prayer and praise, closing the day with music led by student worship leaders and words of encouragement from peers. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Chandler Moore closes out Wildcat Week with worship concert

August 25, 2025 by Callie Brimberry and Daniel Curd

To close out Wildcat Week 2025, students gathered in Moody Coliseum on Saturday night for a concert featuring five-time Grammy Award-winning artist Chandler Moore. The evening was filled with worship as Moore led students through a full set of songs, ending the night with “Yes & Amen.” ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Women’s Soccer brings home victory against Tulsa

August 23, 2025 by Callie Brimberry

Women's Soccer secured a 1–0 win against Tulsa on Thursday night at Elmer Gray Stadium. Abby Smith scored the lone goal in the sixth minute off an assist from Amelia Leggett and Peyton Hill. The Wildcats held off Tulsa’s offense for the remainder of the match, with freshman goalkeeper Bella Medrano recording six saves in her first collegiate start. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Wildcats connect through bingo, workouts and zoo visit during Wildcat Week

August 22, 2025 by Callie Brimberry and Steven Infante

As Wildcat Week continued, new students took time to recharge and explore through a variety of free time activities. Offerings included a game of bingo, a GroupX Demo Class led by Ruthie Swedlund, adjunct professor in ACU’s Nutrition and Kinesiology Department, and a trip to the Abilene Zoo. The events gave students a chance to connect with one ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Multimedia, Photo Galleries Tagged With: ACU Wildcat Week, Free Time, Wildcat Week, Wildcat Week 2025, Wildcat Week Free Time

Gallery: New Wildcats and families gather for Goodbye Blessing

August 20, 2025 by Callie Brimberry and Daniel Curd

The 2025 Goodbye Blessing welcomed new students and their families into the community with prayer, worship and encouragement. Dr. Tamara Long, vice president for enrollment and student engagement, opened the event by greeting the incoming class and their loved ones. Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, offered words of encouragement ... [Read More…]

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