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Take advantage of dorm life

September 9, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

Like many students at ACU, I grew up in a household where I was fortunate enough to have my own room, but things changed when I came to college. Freshman year we are introduced to a completely new atmosphere, especially in regard to our living space. I moved into Mabee Hall in August of 2014. Back then, we didn’t have what all of the undergrads ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Wildcats fall to Bears 55-27

September 3, 2018 by Lauren Franco and Nicholas Cromwell

Last Saturday, the Wildcats fell to the Bears 55-27 at McLane Stadium in Waco. The Wildcats will take on Angelo State Saturday at 6 p.m. as the home opener. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Photo Galleries, Showcase, Sports

Week In Review Gallery: Wildcat Week 2018

August 26, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

Wildcat Week 2018 was a great way to end the summer and begin the new school year. From move-in to Jesse McCartney performing on the Hill students were given great opportunities to explore Abilene and feel welcomed at their new home. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Wildcat Prowl

August 25, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

Incoming freshmen show their spirit and cheer on the student-athletes at Wildcat Prowl. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Wildcat Week’s ‘Year 2000 (Y2K) Dance’

August 25, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

New Wildcats and upperclassmen ended their Friday night of Wildcat Week with a 2000s-themed dance party. Many students dressed up in stereotypical Y2K gear and danced in the Hunter Welcome Center. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Freshman Wildcat Week Move-in 2018

August 21, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

Incoming freshmen saw their rooms for the first time, made new friends and said goodbye to family members as they moved in with the help of Wildcat Week leaders. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: 2017-2018 Year End Review

May 9, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

With events that included Wildcat Week, Homecoming, Sing Song and much more the 2017-2018 school year is one to remember. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students decompress on Dead Day before Finals Week

May 9, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

This years Dead Day activities included things such as goat yoga and hitting piñatas. What could be better than having a goat climb on your back or releasing some energy by hitting a flying decoration full of candy? ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Live music fills The Well for the IRC concert

May 7, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

Students perform live music at The Well to help the ACU Missions department raise money for the International Resource Committee (IRC). The entry fee was $5 per person. In addition to the live music, there was free coffee from Monks. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Senior Candlelight Sendoff 2018

May 1, 2018 by Nicholas Cromwell

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