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Residence Life to convert more dorms to co-ed

December 6, 2022 by Ryland Mallett

The second year housing selection process will begin shortly after students return from the winter break in January. The Residence Life office will offer several new dorm options to incoming freshmen and sophomores in the 2023-2024 school year. According to Emily Carlyle, director of residence life operations, the percentage of women in the ... [Read More…]

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Grounds anticipate mosquito, fly relief next month

October 24, 2022 by Ryland Mallett

Mosquito and fly populations have appeared in on-campus spaces repeatedly since the beginning of September. Large numbers of insects can hinder the student experience of outdoor events including Entra La Plaza, Homecoming and others. Mafer Matta, junior biology major from Guatemala, complained about mosquitoes biting her arms and legs at the ... [Read More…]

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Allen Ridge celebrates grand opening

September 22, 2022 by Ryland Mallett

Allen Ridge Lifestyle Village celebrated its official grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Saturday after three years of development. Allen Ridge is a shopping center venue for vendors including Phoenix Pho, Fuzzy's Taco Shop, Abilene Nail Bar and more. Several ACU faculty members and alumni contributed to Allen Ridge. These include: ACU ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students explore Greek Life opportunities at All Greek Rush

April 19, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

Fraternities and sororities invited any students interested in New Member Orientation to visit with officers and members at the All Greek Life Rush in the campus mall on Sunday. The All Greek Life Rush kicked off spring rushing and each fraternity and sorority will have one individual rush before the end of the semester. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Sam Houston conquers Wildcat softball in three-game series

April 13, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The Sam Houston State Bearkat softball team routed the Wildcats 10-13 in the first matchup of a three-game series at Poly Wells Field Friday and Saturday. The Wildcats now stand 7-27 as they prepare to face McNeese in Lake Charles on Friday. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: CAB hosts painting class on Grace Museum roof

April 12, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The Cabinet invited 50 students to a relaxing painting class on the rooftop of the Grace Museum on Sunday evening. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Stephen F. Austin conquers Wildcat softball in three-game series

April 4, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The Stephen F. Austin Jacks routed the Wildcat softball team 0-8 in the final matchup of a three-game series at home on Saturday. The Wildcats stand 7-24 in conference play as they prepare to face Baylor in Waco on Tuesday. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Students gather to celebrate Wildcat basketball

April 1, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

Members of the ACU community gathered Wednesday at the Siggie Pavilion to celebrate the men's basketball team and its historic win against the University of Texas in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament. Head Coach Joe Golding and several players spoke to fans in attendance and spent time taking photos and signing autographs. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: New Mexico State Aggies conquer Wildcat baseball

March 1, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The New Mexico State Aggies ended a three-game series against the Wildcats with a 12-2 victory at Crutcher Scott Field on Sunday afternoon, leaving the Wildcats standing 5-2 overall. The Wildcats will take on the University of Texas at Arlington Mavericks in Arlington on Tuesday. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Men’s basketball crushes Sam Houston Bearkats

February 25, 2021 by Ryland Mallett

The men’s basketball team dominated the Sam Houston Bearkats 86-72 in Teague Special Events Center on Wednesday evening. Junior forward Joe Pleasant scored a career-high 24 points during the close matchup. The Wildcats now stand 11-1 in conference play as they prepare to face Central Arkansas in Conway on Saturday. ... [Read More…]

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The Optimist staff won several awards and competed at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2026 convention in Denton this weekend. Students participated in live contests and submitted work from the past year into the competition.Here are the results.- 1st place: Live print news writing, Ashley Henderson- 1st place: Live print sports writing, Roman Raffaeli- 2nd place: Live tv announcing, Zion Webb- 2nd place: Live news photo, Daniel Curd- 2nd place: Newscast, Optimist Staff- Honorable mention: Documentary (video), Makayla Clayton- 2nd place: Documentary, JMC documentary production class- 3rd place: General news, Callie Leverett- Honorable mention: General column, Zion Webb- Honorable mention: Sports reporting (video), Roman Raffaeli- Honorable mention: Live sports action photo, Daniel Curd- Honorable mention: General news video story, Ashley Henderson- Honorable mention: Photo illustrations (Daniel Curd & Optimist staffStudents also received awards for their work through KACU and ACUTV.- 1st place: In-depth news reporting (audio), Ashley Henderson- 1st place: General news audio story, Baylie Simon- 1st place: Live sports coverage (video), Roman Raffaeli & London Gray- 2nd place: Live sports coverage (video), Josiah Wonnell & Londyn Gray- 3rd place: General news audio story, Ashley Henderson- 2nd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Sportscast (audio), Daisy Strine & Zion Webb- 3rd place: Feature reporting (audio), Baylie Simon- Honorable Mention: Feature reporting (audio), Josiah Wonnell#acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #studentmedia #tipa2026 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sororities and fraternities began New Member Orientation with Bid Day, officially starting the pledging process this weekend.Originally scheduled for last week, the start was delayed due to winter weather that brought snow and ice to campus. Clubs and their sponsors gathered at designated locations on and off campus to complete tasks assigned by their officers.To view the full photo gallery, visit acuoptimist.com or click the link in our bio. #acuoptimist #abilenechristianuniversity #greeklife 📸: Daniel Curdacuoptimist.com/2026/02/gallery-clubs-begin-new-member-orientation-after-weather-delay/?fbclid=PA... ... See MoreSee Less

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