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Students gain real-world experience at Venture Out Market

April 16, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

The Venture Out market, which brought together student businesses, offered products ranging from coffee to handmade jewelry on Wednesday in the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The market is connected to the foundations of entrepreneurship class, which allows students to start their own business to create, market, and sell their own ... [Read More…]

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URCI Festival showcases student research, creativity across campus

April 15, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

The Undergraduate Research, Creativity and Innovation Festival brought together more than 100 student participants this year, showcasing a wide range of academic and creative work across campus.  URCI has allowed students to present research through panel presentations, poster sessions, and creative exhibitions over the past two decades. The ... [Read More…]

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Chapel requirements shift, students perspectives follow

March 27, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

As students enter Chapel, the room fills with activity. Some students are talking and laughing with their friends, while others are rushing to find a seat. Lights glow against the stage, and music begins to play. Some are fully engaged, while others sit back, simply present. All sharing the same space but not the same experience. Chapel is a ... [Read More…]

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Students celebrate culture, promote representation through hair and fashion pageant show

February 25, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Black Student Union hosted its annual hair and fashion pageant show Saturday evening in the Hunter Welcome Center, drawing nearly 100 students for a pageant-style event celebrating culture and identity.  The show celebrates African American culture, particularly the cultural and historical significance of hair and personal style, while creating ... [Read More…]

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Sing Song rehearsals begin, ‘excited energy’ fills campus

February 17, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Sing Song practice began this week, marking the start of rehearsals for one of the most anticipated campus traditions.  Planning begins in the fall, when directors develop act themes, finalize music selections and design costumes. By early February, arrangements and logistics are completed, so rehearsals can focus on performance.  Rehearsals ... [Read More…]

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Student organizations plan Valentine’s activities, fundraisers

February 12, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Student organizations across campus are celebrating Valentine’s Day with events and activities that give students opportunities to connect, relax and support campus groups through community-focused activities and fundraising.  Omicron Xi Chi is hosting a Valentine’s bake sale featuring pre-ordered individual treats and bundles. Hannah Davis, ... [Read More…]

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Submissions for Shinnery Review remain open for students of all majors

February 5, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Undergraduate students from all majors can submit their creative work to the Shinnery Review, with submissions open through Feb. 28. The Shinnery Review is a way for the Department of Language and Literature to connect with the ACU community as a whole, publishing poetry, prose, art, music and photography in its annual printed journal, and ... [Read More…]

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University adds women’s club volleyball after years of student interest

January 30, 2026 by Miah Trevino Leave a Comment

Women's club volleyball is beginning this year, creating a new opportunity on campus for women to compete and build community.  The team was created after years of discussion among students who noticed there was only a men's club volleyball team.  Lily Welch, the president of women's club volleyball, said interest in a women's team had ... [Read More…]

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NEWS: Students can now vote for the 2026 Mr. ACU and Miss ACU. The link to vote can be found through an email sent out by the Student Government Association.

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Sing Song 2026 Awards Class Division:

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