Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, faculty gathered in the library Thursday to remember where they were, what they saw and how the day changed them. Eight faculty members shared their memories during the event, organized by Dr. Neal Coates, chair of the Department of Government and Criminal Justice. Coates invited speakers ... [Read More…]
Six countries, one foundation
Five times. That is how many times Salam Abdelmassih read through the Bible in nine months while attending a School of Biblical Studies in Hawaii. The freshman finance major said the experience gave him more than a deeper knowledge of Scripture. It gave him a foundation for understanding his faith and helped shape the direction he wants his life ... [Read More…]
Meet the 2026-27 SGA executive team
With a new academic year ahead, the Student Government Association has selected its 2026–27 executive team. Made up of returning leaders and new faces, each member brings different experiences, goals and ideas for how to better serve the student body and strengthen campus life. Josh Hamm: President Joshua Hamm, senior biomedical major from Double ... [Read More…]
STAR fund reaches $5 million
The Student Trading and Research fund surpassed $5 million on Friday, marking a new milestone for the student-managed investment portfolio. The STAR fund operates through the business class, Fin 439, where students manage a portion of the university’s endowment. The fund began with an initial investment of $25,000 in the 1980s and later ... [Read More…]
SGA transitions leadership at changing of the guard ceremony
The Student Government Association marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another Wednesday night during its annual “Changing of the Guard” ceremony, a tradition that celebrates past leadership while officially welcoming a new administration. The ceremony on Wednesday gave senators and the executive cabinet a chance to reflect on the ... [Read More…]
Hamm, Talley elected to lead SGA for 2026–27 school year
The Student Government Association’s 2026-27 school year president and vice president elections were finalized on Monday, with Josh Hamm named student body president and Luke Talley elected vice president. The results mark the conclusion of this year’s SGA election cycle and the beginning of the transition process between administrations. Hamm, a ... [Read More…]
Major developments to arrive this year, AI project, retail expansion
Abilene is expected to see several new developments in 2026, bringing changes to downtown spaces, new dining and retail options and expanded flight access. Downtown updates One of the major downtown projects is the Cypress Street Pedestrian Plaza, located between North First and North Second streets. The plaza will include green space, shaded ... [Read More…]
Student body president, vice president candidates debate as elections begin
The study body's presidential and vice presidential candidates participated in an on-campus debate on Tuesday in Hart Auditorium. Elections opened at noon, immediately following the debate, and will remain open through Friday at 3 p.m. Josh Hamm is running unopposed for student body president, while Luke Talley and Jewel Cobb are both running ... [Read More…]
SGA candidates share vision for campus leadership
Three students are running for executive positions in the Student Government Association, outlining plans to strengthen student representation, engagement and campus connections ahead of the upcoming election. Josh Hamm is running for student body president, while Luke Talley and Jewel Cobb are running for vice president. Students will have the ... [Read More…]
SGA campaigns to soon begin as executive elections approach
Student Government Association executive elections are approaching in March, and current leaders are encouraging students to both run for office and vote, emphasizing the direct impact SGA has on campus life. SGA President Tamil Adele, senior criminal justice major from Midland, said the election process began earlier than in previous years, ... [Read More…]
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