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Police Log Oct 10 – Oct 17, 2023

October 17, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

Weekly Highlight Report for Oct 10 - Oct 17 10/13/2023 8:20 a.m. Theft Smith Adams Hall An unlocked bicycle was stolen from the bike racks at Smith Adams Hall. Video of the suspect was located; the investigation is ongoing. 10/14/2023 12:18 a.m. Noise Violation UP Apt/EN 11th St./ Cedar Crest ACU PD responded to several noise ... [Read More…]

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Police Log Oct. 3 – Oct. 10, 2023

October 10, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

Weekly Highlight Report for Oct 3 - Oct 10 10/3/2023 3:00 p.m. Theft Hardin Admin Building A student reported his scooter was stolen from the bike rack out side of the Hardin Admin Building. 10/05/2023 9:12 p.m. Discharge of Firearm 2100 Block of Lincoln Ave ACU PD responded to reports of an assault at an off-campus house involving at ... [Read More…]

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Police Log Sept. 26 – Oct 3

October 10, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

09/27/2023 10:10 a.m. Hit and Run Elmer Gray Stadium Lot An unknown vehicle struck a parked car and did not stop to leave information. ACU PD responded and took a report. 09/27/2023 12:38 p.m. Suspicious Person Mail Room ACU PD responded to the mail room for reports of a suspicious person. The subject is known to police and left without ... [Read More…]

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Police Log Sept. 19-Sept. 26

September 28, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

Weekly Highlight Report for Sept 19- Sept 26 09/20/2023 8:50 a.m. Alarm Dillard Hall ACU PD responded to an alarm call at Dillard Hall. No fire was present. The alarm triggered due to burnt food. 09/20/2023 4:40 p.m. Assists/Suicidal Person ACS School ACU PD responded to a nearby school to assist APD with a suicidal ... [Read More…]

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Recreation Center helps student engagement

September 21, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

The Royce and Pam Money Student Recreation and Wellness Center has made a push toward student engagement as more renovations within the facility are taking place. The recreation center is a place where any student can come and work out, take classes or participate in intramurals. In recent years, it has gained popularity as student involvement ... [Read More…]

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Police log Aug. 28 – Sep 5.

September 12, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

Weekly Highlight Report for Aug 29- Sep 5 08/28/2023 12:12 p.m. Fire Alarm Bullock Hall ACU PD responded to a fire alarm inside Bullock Hall. Upon investigation it was found that a student burned toast in their dorm room. No damage occurred. 08/31/2023 6:34 p.m. Assist Twisted Root Burgers ACU PD assisted APD with a report of an ... [Read More…]

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SGA plans for events, student involvement

August 23, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

SGA is planning for the new school year with events and ways to get involved in the community. Every year, SGA plans events to bring students together, and they are spread throughout the two semesters. This year, SGA plans to host multiple events that have happened in previous years which include: ACU Fest AMP Up Tree lighting and ... [Read More…]

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New college named for Onsteads through $25 million gift

July 26, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

The university has received a $25 million gift from the Onstead family in Houston, the second largest in its history, and the new college of science and engineering will be named in honor of Robert and Kay Onstead. The Robert and Kay Onstead College of Science and Engineering has been named to honor the family's’ contributions to ACU. Over their ... [Read More…]

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McCracken gets slice at dream role in ‘Sweeney Todd’

May 9, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

Dr. Vic McCracken, professor of Bible, missions and ministry, has landed the role of Sweeney Todd, presented by the Abilene Paramount. Sweeney Todd is a dark musical that follows the life of a man after he returns home to London. This return is the result of 15 years in prison. Sweeney Todd was in prison after he was wrongfully convicted and ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

‘Almost, Maine’ presented by the Theatre

May 4, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward

ACU Department of Theatre presented 'Almost, Maine' on March 25 and 26. 'Almost, Maine' is a play that describes different life scenarios that show the effect of love. These stories take place in a town called Almost in Maine. It has eight vignettes along with a prologue, interlogue and epilogue. Vignettes are different scenes that show the ... [Read More…]

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