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Gallery: New Wildcats explore Abilene through free time events

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Amidst the whirlwind of Wildcat Week, students found a break as ACU hosted a series of engaging free time events. From a round of mini golf at Play Faire, to bouncing around at Maxx Air trampoline park, to moments of artistic expression with painting and coffee, and the simple joy of spending time with playful puppies, this lineup of activities ... [Read More…]

Gallery: New Wildcats fight for top spot in Mentor Group Olympics

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Wildcat Week hosted the annual Mentor Group Olympics on Thursday. A total of 32 Mentor Groups took part in a range of games, from the classic one-legged race to Hungry Hungry Hippos, not forgetting ACU trivia and the fast-paced 9 Square. This year's victors, Mentor Group 22, clinched the prestigious title of Olympic Champions, earning them a ... [Read More…]

Gallery: Aaron Watson’s concert echoes at ACU

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On the second to last night of Wildcat Week 2023, campus welcomed Aaron Watson ('00) and Jenna Paulette for the Back to School Bash at Moody Coliseum on Friday night. Before the concert, SGA held a soda bar, featuring fun ACU-inspired drinks. Aaron Watson played many of his hit songs and stayed afterward for a meet and greet with students. ... [Read More…]

Gallery: ACUPD hosts cookout, Wildcat Week groups gear up for Olympics

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As Wildcat Week sees its final days, ACUPD invited new students out to a cookout, allowing Wildcats to meet the officers protecting campus. Also during this time, peer leaders assigned students to compete in Mentor Group Olympics, a fun activity to allow incoming students to learn ACU history, meet new people, and compete to get front row tickets ... [Read More…]

Gallery: Campus unites in Candlelight Devotional for new Wildcats

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In a tradition that unites generations of the ACU community, the class of 2027 came together at the Beauchamp Amphitheater to mark the start of Wildcat Week. With returning students, families, alumni, faculty and staff in attendance, the evening was dedicated to worship and blessings, as the incoming students embarked on their journey at ACU. ... [Read More…]

Gallery: Wildcat Week introduces class of 2027 to ACU with move-in day, Goodbye Blessing

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New student move-in day marked the beginning of a new chapter at ACU as the university welcomed its latest cohort of students. As part of Wildcat Week, an immersive orientation program, the incoming class of freshmen embarked on their college journey by settling into dorms and engaging in the annual Goodbye Blessing. ... [Read More…]

Gallery: ACU Swing Cats celebrate 20th anniversary dance

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The ACU Swing Cats celebrated their 20th anniversary with a bang this past Saturday, at the Elks Art Center in Downtown Abilene. The group, which was the first dance club on campus, was founded in 2003 and organized by Dr. Cole Bennett, founder and current on-campus sponsor. The event featured a live band comprised of professors, a slideshow ... [Read More…]

Gallery: Football holds spring preview day

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The ACU football team is gearing up for the upcoming season and the team held a spring preview event Saturday that featured a scrimmage between the offensive and defensive teams. In addition to the scrimmage, ACU also offered a tour of the Club Suite Level of the stadium, as well as information on season ticket sales. The first 500 fans also had ... [Read More…]

Gallery: FilmFest brings cinema to life, showcases student talent

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The Learning Studio hosted its 19th annual FilmFest on Friday. The event showcased a variety of short films in different genres, featuring the creative and artistic talents of ACU's film students. This year’s winning films included: Best Picture – “The Trapper” Best Documentary – “What Is Church?” People’s Choice – “She Liked Green” Best ... [Read More…]

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