A skunk verified positive for rabies was found in north central Abilene last week, making the possibility of crossing paths with a rabid animal a topic of discussion among the ACU community. Aaron Vannoy, Animal Services program manager in Abilene, said two dogs that came in contact with the skunk had tested positive for rabies but have since been ... [Read More…]
Area camp rebuilds burned hall, students aid
Students plan to support efforts to rebuild the dining hall at the Camp of the Hills retreat site in Marble Falls since it burned to the ground last month. For unknown reasons, the dining hall, which also housed the kitchen, offices and counselors' quarters burned down March 25. No one was injured in the fire, and campers' cabins and other ... [Read More…]
Community participates in annual day of service
The ACU community will come together to serve Saturday during the annual ACU for Abilene service day, and organizers hope to make this the largest event ever. Last year, ACU sent 175 people to work and connect with the community. This year, Katie Buckel, service engagement coordinator, hopes to send around 200 students and faculty to serve at 15 ... [Read More…]
Taco Casa coming soon
The plethora of Mexican fast-food establishments around campus is about to increase by one. Taco Casa is opening on Highway 351 next to the Walmart gas station, and its cuisine and low prices will likely attract students. The Texas chain is in 38 locations around the state, according to tacocasatexas.com; Abilene will make 39. Construction is ... [Read More…]
COBA students, faculty share more than lunch
This semester, students in the College of Business Administration will have a chance to meet any one of their COBA professors on a more personal level over a free lunch in the Bean or the Hilton Food Court. The Business Lunch program is a new initiative by COBA to strengthen relationships between students and faculty. "Our professors have always ... [Read More…]
ACU debaters compete against top teams in the nation
The ACU debate team competed against top-tier universities from all over the country in the National Parliamentary Debate Association tournament in Lubbock last weekend. Although no ACU team placed, the debaters held their own against much larger universities, said Dena Counts, instructor of communication and director of forensics. Jeff Craig, ... [Read More…]
Students take Chapel on the road with Meals on Wheels
Anyone with a driver's license and a vehicle can volunteer to deliver meals to senior and disabled Abilene citizens in place of attending Chapel. Meals on Wheels Plus Inc. is a nonprofit organization in need of drivers to deliver lunches between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. five days a week. According to the Meals on Wheels Web site, routes consist of 12 ... [Read More…]
Construction increases Powell membership
While the Gibson Health and P.E. Center is under construction, Powell Fitness Center is saving students from putting on pounds. Some members of what used to be the Gibson's North and South Exercise rooms have transferred to Powell as the construction of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center continues. Dr. David Dillman, professor of ... [Read More…]
Construction causes increase in Powell membership
While the Gibson Health and P.E. Center is under construction, Powell Fitness Center is saving many students from putting on pounds. Some members of what used to be the Gibson's North and South Exercise rooms have transferred to Powell as the construction of the Student Recreation and Wellness Center continues. Dr. David Dillman, professor of ... [Read More…]
Students welcome the year of the tiger
Chinese students get to double up on holidays this year -Â the Chinese New Year celebration begins Feb. 14, so students can show appreciation not only for a significant other but also for family and the New Year. The Chinese New Year is a 15-day celebration involving feasting, gift giving, fireworks and time with family. Extended family and ... [Read More…]