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Gallery: Football outlasts Tarleton with last-second field goal during Homecoming

November 4, 2025 by Naya Pacheco, Daniel Curd and Ashley Henderson Leave a Comment

Football defeated No. 2 Tarleton State, 31–28, on a walk-off 47-yard field goal Saturday afternoon at Wildcat Stadium. The Homecoming matchup marked ACU’s seventh straight Homecoming win and handed the Texans their first loss of the season. The Wildcats took a 28–10 lead into the fourth quarter, but Tarleton tied the game with under a minute to ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Aaron and Jake Watson close out Homecoming 2025 with a concert

November 3, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

Aaron and Jake Watson, a father-and-son duo, performed on stage outside the Hunter Welcome Center to close out Homecoming week. Luke Powell, a sophomore communication major from Abilene, opened the concert, and attendees were offered hot cocoa and s’mores as they listened to the performance on Saturday night. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Campus organizations celebrate with annual Homecoming Parade

November 3, 2025 by Ashley Henderson and Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The annual Homecoming Parade kicked off game day with excitement and tradition on Saturday morning. Sororities, fraternities, and campus organizations showcased creative floats while handing out candy to children along the route. This year’s winners were Gamma Sigma Phi, Ko Jo Kai and Sanctify. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: ResLife, CAB host the 2nd annual Boo Bash

October 31, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The Campus Activities Board, in partnership with ResLife, hosted the second annual Boo Bash on Thursday night to celebrate Halloween. Students arrived in costume to enjoy games, a pie-eating contest and other festive activities. The highlight of the night was a haunted house in old Mabee Hall, where students lined up for a chance to be spooked. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Ogres, donkeys and dragons take the stage in Homecoming’s ‘Shrek: The Musical’

October 31, 2025 by Daniel Curd Leave a Comment

The Department of Theatre is bringing the beloved animated story “Shrek the Musical” to life for this year’s Homecoming production. With performances scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and a matinee show on Sunday at 2 p.m., the show invites audiences into a fairy tale world full of humor, heart, and unforgettable characters. The ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Spiritual Life hosts breakout sessions during ‘Dating Week’

October 27, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The Office of Spiritual Life hosted breakout sessions on Wednesday during Dating Week. Faculty and staff led discussions on setting healthy boundaries, understanding the difference between a commitment and a covenant and learning how to navigate the beginnings and ends of relationships. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: ‘No Kings’ protest takes place in Washington, D.C.

October 21, 2025 by Ashley Henderson Leave a Comment

Protestors gathered in Washington, D.C. to participate in the nationwide 'No Kings' protest on Oct. 11. Organizers estimated that millions of people joined across the country in a series of demonstrations against the Trump administration. The event in D.C. consisted of signage, costumes and musical performances. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: GSP hosts 68-Hour Volleyball Tournament for Habitat for Humanity

October 20, 2025 by Daniel Curd Leave a Comment

Gamma Sigma Phi kicked off its annual 68-Hour Volleyball Tournament on Thursday at the Royce and Pam Money Student Recreation and Wellness Center. The event ran from Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. through Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. and raised awareness for Habitat for Humanity. This year’s tournament includes continuous volleyball games, special matchups between social ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Black Student Union hosts ‘Celebrity Skate Night’

October 20, 2025 by Callie Brimberry Leave a Comment

The Black Student Union hosted its annual Skate Night this past Friday at The Skatin' Place. This year’s event featured a celebrity theme, with students dressing as their favorite stars. Attendees enjoyed roller-skating, dancing and a costume contest for the night’s best dressed. ... [Read More…]

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Gallery: Volleyball drops five-set match to Tarleton

October 20, 2025 by Steven Infante Leave a Comment

Volleyball fell 3–2 to Tarleton State on Saturday afternoon at Moody Coliseum. Freshman Hadlee Welch led the way for the Wildcats with a career-high 17 kills, while Avery Thaler added a personal-best seven blocks. ACU will now hit the road for a three-match trip, starting Thursday at Utah Tech in St. George, Utah. ... [Read More…]

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acuoptimist The Optimist @acuoptimist ·
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BREAKING NEWS: The winners of the 2025 Homecoming Parade are: Sanctify in the student organization division, Ko Jo Kai in the sorority division and Gamma Sigma Phi in the fraternity division.

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BREAKING NEWS: Makeda Marquardt, president of Ko Jo Kai, is the 2025 Homecoming queen.

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