The Department of Theatre will perform its Homecoming show, Shrek: The Musical, in the Boone Family Theatre, running from Oct. 30 through Nov. 2. The story follows Shrek, an ogre whose quiet life is disrupted when a group of fairy-tale creatures shows up in his swamp. To get his home back, he goes on a mission to rescue Princess Fiona, who has her ... [Read More…]
ASO, OIEB present first-ever Street Festival to celebrate Asian culture
The first-ever “Street Festival” will take place on Oct. 18 from 5-8 pm in the campus mall. The event is presented by the Asian Student Organization (ASO) and the Office of Intercultural Engagement and Belonging. The festival will feature food from several Asian cultures, and the Lion Dance team will perform. The first 100 students to arrive ... [Read More…]
Navigating a system not built for me
Many people get excited about being the first in their family to do something. For me, being a first-generation Latino college student is something I really take to heart. I grew up with an absent father due to his deportation when I was just five years old, which meant my mom and grandma raised me and my siblings. Being on a fixed income was also ... [Read More…]
Hispanos Unidos adopts new name: Hispanic Student Association
The student organization formerly known as Hispanos Unidos will now be called the Hispanic Student Association (HSA), a change aimed at clarity and inclusivity. Founded in 1991, Hispanos Unidos was created by students who wanted to provide representation and community for Hispanic students on campus. Over the years, the group has played a key ... [Read More…]
Permit in hand, but no place to park
Every semester at ACU, students expect to start their day in the classroom. For commuters, that is not always the case. Most mornings start with circling parking lots, hoping something opens up before class begins. Even with a permit, it does not feel like there are enough spaces where they are actually needed. On paper, ACU’s numbers look fine. ... [Read More…]
Abiding in Christ Dinner speaker to encourage faculty collaboration
The Lytle Center’s annual Abiding in Christ Dinner will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Sept. 16 in the Hunter Welcome Center. The Lytle Center was established in 2015 through a generous donor gift to support character and leadership development across the community. As part of the College of Business Administration, the Center focuses on helping ... [Read More…]
Meet the freshman class of 2029
Last week, the university welcomed its largest freshman class in nearly a decade. Here are the stories for some of the new faces seen on campus. Kylie Wilkins Elementary Education Temecula, California “I’ve been playing soccer for 13 years,” said Kylie Wilkins. She began the sport at just 5 years old and went on to become a ... [Read More…]
Students prepare for challenge of law school
The ACU Pre-law program has helped prepare students for a career in law with opportunities like internships, LSAT preparation and All Rise, a community group for first-generation and Pell-eligible students. When asked about the key steps students should take during their time at ACU to prepare for law school, pre-law advisor Chris Riley ... [Read More…]
BSU embraces Black culture through annual AFRAM festival
The Black Student Union held its biggest event of the year on Friday, the annual AFRAM Festival. The night brought students and community members together for a celebration with live performances, food, music and activities that highlighted African and African American heritage. This year's theme focused on celebrating African American culture. ... [Read More…]
Hispanos Unidos addresses student concerns amid immigration raids
On Jan. 20, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion,” aimed at tightening immigration enforcement and border security. The order prioritizes the removal of unauthorized immigrants, strengthens collaboration between federal and local law enforcement, and encourages voluntary ... [Read More…]