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Second largest U.S. fire effects student, her community

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For more than a month, Peyton Dockray has been dealing with trauma from nearly 300 miles away. Dockray is a senior kinesiology major from Canadian, a city that recently burned in a fast-moving grass fire that turned into the second-largest fire in U.S. history. The fire’s destruction extended to almost 1.1 million acres as the flames from the ... [Read More…]

A colorful start: Chalking returns to campus concrete

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ACU’s campus is filled with beauty from the GATA fountain and the landscaping to the colored-filled messages that take over the pavement, however the fate of chalk art on campus is uncertain after recent decisions.  Chalking has become a mainstream way for students to announce and communicate with their peers at ACU. Strolling across the private ... [Read More…]

McCracken starts year as new FAR

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Dr. Vic McCracken is going “FAR” in his involvement with ACU. McCracken was appointed by Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, last spring to be the new Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR) succeeding Dr. Jonathan Stewart. In addition to this, he is a professor of ethics and theology in the College of Biblical Studies and has served ... [Read More…]

Sisters promotes safety in sisterhood, no strings attached

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I’ve been working on a new skill / I can metamorphosize into any character you want me to be I’ve been taking my work very seriously / I practice my smile each and every day / I smile / And Cheese / And Grin / Until dimples are etched into my cheeks Sometimes / When I’m really in the zone / I push myself a little too hard / I smile and / the ... [Read More…]

Blue Skye and sunshine in Taiwan: Gill named newest Fulbright scholar

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While in transit to a research conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico, napping Alpha Chi members were woken up by a declaration made by few. “I’m a Fulbright scholar!” Student Government Association vice president Skye Gill, senior English major from San Antonio, is ACU’s most recent Fulbright scholar. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program is a ... [Read More…]

Smilin’ Bob: Remembering the life and legacy of Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ Hunter

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Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ D. Hunter died Feb, 11, 2023 at the age of 94. He spent his life in service to Abilene Christian University, the greater Abilene community, the state of Texas and Texas higher education through his multiple roles. And while Bob is remembered for his nearly half century of service to the university and roles as a representative in ... [Read More…]

Hosts, hostesses to take Sing Song stage

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The 2023 Sing Song hosts and hostesses have dedicated the past several months to rehearsals and preparations for this weekend's production. Host and hostess vocal coach Marlow Rodgers said the four women and two men who will host the show will take the entertainment and talent of Sing Song to the next level. “They sing group numbers, duets, ... [Read More…]

Delta Theta hoping to bloom on stage for repeated Sing Song success

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Delta Theta continues to sow the seeds of success at this year’s Sing Song with their vegetable garden act. Though a healthier choice than last year’s winning theme, the Deltas are still hoping to cream the competition. Last year’s sweet victory marked the sorority’s first win in 45 years. Winning director, Eva Straughn, senior engineering major ... [Read More…]

Frater Sodalis seeking fortune of fourth consecutive win

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From the Dark Knight to Vanna White, Frater Sodalis is deadset on winning it's fourth consecutive Sing Song with this year's Wheel of Fortune act. But the reigning champions’ road to potential victory is proving to be puzzling. Last year's winning director, Jax Hernandez, senior Christian ministry major from Keller, said the Frats' initial ... [Read More…]

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