ACU Theatre is putting on its annual Cornerstone Play as part of the introductory course for freshmen, helping with the discussion of difficult topics and themes in the class. Director Joey Banks, professor of theatre, said in the director's notes of the playbill that the department wanted to explore the idea of escapism with the presentation of ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Soccer defeats TSU 5-0
Soccer defeated Texas Southern in the last non-conference game, 5-0. The first two goals of the game were scored within the first six minutes of play. Four out of the five goals were scored in the first half of the game, with all five being scored by different ACU players. Soccer's next game will be the first conference game of the season against ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Volleyball takes dominant win over SFA 3-1 at home
Volleyball continued its winning streak on Saturday with a win over SFA on Saturday, 3-1. The Wildcats extended their streak to three wins while at home. Hannah Gonzalez, senior middle blocker from Lucas, led the team in points scored with 13 and tied with Rachel Koss, senior setter from Freedom, Wisconsin, for most blocks at three. Their next ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Cross country claims first and second place in annual Naimadu Classic
The ACU cross country team began their season on Friday night at the Naimadu Classic in Abilene. The women’s team came in first for the 4K race securing the top four spots with sophomore Saylor Stevenson coming in first. The men’s team came in second for the 6K behind Western Texas College. The Wildcats will continue their season on Friday in Fort ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Volleyball drops match against Cal State Bakersfield
ACU Volleyball faced defeat against Cal State Bakersfield 3-1. ACU lost the first two sets as well as the fourth set, but won the third set with a final score of 25-22. Maddie Finnegan, junior outside hitter from Spokane, Washington, led the team in points scored with 13. The team will travel to the Fertitta Center to take on the University of ... [Read More…]
Gallery: ACU soccer ties 0-0 with the University Houston at home
ACU soccer played against the University of Houston at Elmer Gray Stadium on Thursday and tied 0-0. The Wildcats played strong defense against UH's offense and blocked each of their 20 shots on goal. The teams went back and forth the entire game, trading the advantage and stopping each other from scoring a point. The team plays again on Sunday at 1 ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Opening Assembly officially starts 121st academic session
The Opening Assembly of the 121st academic session marked the beginning of a new year for Wildcats on campus. The annual Parade of Flags showcased the countries and states represented by students, faculty and staff on campus. The Grand Chorus and the Big Purple Marching Band led the assembly in worship and sang the alma mater, "Oh, Dear Christian ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Students compete in annual Mentor Group Olympics
First-year students competed in the annual Mentor Group Olympics, on Thursday, building camaraderie with their Cornerstone groups. The events included flag tag, dodgeball, nine square and other team events. ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Goodbye Blessing encourages new students and families
The 2026 Goodbye Blessing welcomed the newest class of students and their families to ACU. Dr. Tamara Long, Dr. Phil Schubert and Mark Barneche spoke over the freshman class as they begin a new chapter in Abilene. After singing "The Lord Bless You and Keep You" to close, students and families said their goodbyes before the rest of Wildcat Week. ... [Read More…]
Gallery: New students arrive to begin Wildcat Week
Today, Wildcat Week began with the moving in of the class of 2030. The incoming freshmen and their families were greeted by Residence Life staff who guided them through the check-in process. Wildcat Week mentor group leaders alongside other student, faculty and staff volunteers moved boxes and appliances into each of the residence halls for the ... [Read More…]