The Career Center, known for its resources to online and on-campus students, is still aiding in interviews, resume help and job searching online amidst the outbreak of coronavirus. Jill Fortson, director of the Career Center, said although this time is difficult it is not without opportunity. Handshake is a job posting system that every ... [Read More…]
Abilene misses community worship inside church buildings
The closing of churches nationwide is impacting thousands. Families are now worshipping in their living rooms on Sunday mornings instead of their local sanctuary. Eden Babovec, freshman political science major from Garland, can certainly relate to the longing many may be feeling right now. “I feel like we should be united and together,” ... [Read More…]
Ko Jo Kai wins ‘Harmony’ 2020
Ko Jo Kai participated in and won the Christian schools spring music competition ‘Harmony.' Harmonize is a non-profit organization that sponsors the event ‘Harmony’ in which different Christian universities across the U.S. collaborate to create a show with each of the schools' best acts. Each year it is hosted by a different school. This ... [Read More…]
Students eligible for $1.2 million of financial assistance from CARES Act
ACU has been approved to receive $1.2 million of funding from the CARES Act passed by Congress. Students will have access to financial assistance from the CARES Act during the COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act includes Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF). Dr. Tamara Long, vice president for enrollment management, has been tasked ... [Read More…]
Abilene shelter in place order extended through April 30
The city of Abilene was placed under a shelter in place order in March that was recently extended to end on April 30. The extension to the limited shelter in place order was announced April 13 according to the city website, www.abilene tx.gov. In addition to updates on the shelter in place order, the city has also provided different resources ... [Read More…]
#Abilene Strong brings community together
#AbileneStrong began as a response to the coronavirus pandemic. It began as a way to bring the community together during these hard times and show they are not alone. "The city of Abilene has lost 73 group meetings and events, with a direct impact of $7.5 million into our economy," Executive Director at Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, ... [Read More…]
The university plans to offer additional financial support for the fall
With an expected normal start to the fall semester, the university does not have plans to change the amount of tuition, yet is prepared to offer more financial support. Dr. Robert Rhodes, provost of the university, said the leadership has talked about, like every university being prepared, a plan B, but they do expect to have a normal fall ... [Read More…]
Student teaching programs suspended due to coronavirus concerns
Due to the sudden and indefinite closure of all Abilene, ACS and Wylie ISD schools, all student teaching programs have been suspended. “We miss our students so much,” said Rylee Clinton, senior elementary education major from Fort Worth. “We are so sad that we do not get to finish the semester with them, but trust that this is the best decision ... [Read More…]
ACU endowment plunges 10 percent in two months
ACU's endowment portfolio has seen a 10 percent decline over the past two months, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the steep drop, Chief Investment Officer Jack Rich said he believes it won't create too many issues. "I do not see that our mission has changed because of the pandemic," Rich said. "We will continue to provide resources to ... [Read More…]
Commencement awards affected by graduation delay
Due to the delay of this year’s commencement ceremony to Aug. 7- 8, awards given to students at the ceremony will follow suit. “At this point, we don't have any plans to let the students know before August,” Susan Gore, vice president of Student Life, said. The delay comes from an email by Dr. Phil Schubert, addressed to the ACU ... [Read More…]
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