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ACU Wildlife Society holds 5th annual Dove Hunt

September 26, 2023 by Brylie Leach Leave a Comment

The ACU Wildlife Society  hosted their 5th annual dove hunt on Sept. 15 and 16. ACUTWS is a student chapter of the Wildlife Society, an international society of wildlife professionals and students.  Dr. James Carpenter, Associate Professor of Environmental Science, is involved with ACUTWS.  “The mission of ACUTWS is to provide students with ... [Read More…]

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SGA marks a century with officer, representative elections.

September 21, 2023 by Caroline Helm Leave a Comment

As the Student Government Association celebrates its 100th year of existence, 56 officials have been elected, including four presidents for each class.  William Fulbright, senior advertising and public relations major from Abilene and newly elected multicultural officer for the senior class, has been involved in several multicultural clubs on ... [Read More…]

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Reminders about COVID-19 issued as cases rise

September 21, 2023 by Brylie Leach Leave a Comment

COVID-19 has been a source of turmoil throughout the past four years, as it is affecting several students across campus today. With germs spreading quickly, precautions are being taken. The Taylor County hospital admission level is currently listed as medium.  Kris Sutton, chair of the ACU Health Response Team and Wendy Kilmer, director of ... [Read More…]

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Swing Cats host and perform at annual Fall Stomp

September 20, 2023 by Faith Johnson Leave a Comment

Swing Cats host annual Fall Stomp event at the Elks Ballroom where all can join. Swing Cats will have its annual Fall Stomp event on Sept 29. During this event, students, faculty and alumni are welcome to participate in swing dancing, no matter their experience. The club will have live jazz bands from both ACU and HSU perform as people dance the ... [Read More…]

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Students reflect on the highs and lows of the first week of class

September 19, 2023 by Special Contributor Leave a Comment

The Media Writing classes conducted 94 interviews among ACU students and asked what was the best and worst moment of the first week of classes. Bekka Gaulrapp Sophomore Nursing major from Castle Rock, Colorado (Photo by Daniel Curd) "What was your best moment of the first week of classes?"  "Getting to see all of my friends ... [Read More…]

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Freshman Follies rings in annual family weekend

September 15, 2023 by Maci Weathers Leave a Comment

Freshman Follies with its second year in Moody is ringing in Family Weekend to show the community what freshmen have made since Wildcat Week. Follies is a talent and lip-syncing competition where freshmen either can show off a choreographed act with their residence hall or showcase a talent of their own. For Mary Clarie Gunn, hall act student ... [Read More…]

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Study abroad applications for spring 2024 taking place this month

September 13, 2023 by Caroline Helm Leave a Comment

Study abroad sign-ups for the upcoming term are in full swing this month, allowing students to explore the world, immerse themselves in different cultures, and expand their academic horizons.   The university currently offers three unique study abroad experiences. These programs will take place this spring from January 17 to May 8 in Oxford, ... [Read More…]

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Dr. Miertschin named the new dean of the Onstead College of Science and Engineering

September 8, 2023 by Brylie Leach Leave a Comment

Three new colleges and the new locations of various departments were named. This restructuring is part of a plan to grow the national reputation of ACU’s academic programs as well as to group similar programs together for a multidisciplinary environment that will work well together. This new structure includes the College of Arts, Humanities, and ... [Read More…]

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Undergraduate research festival projects starting now for the spring semester

September 8, 2023 by Maci Weathers Leave a Comment

As ACU expands, students continue to have more of an opportunity to prepare and present research on campus. Every year students present their research on campus at the Undergraduate Research Festival but in order to do so students must prepare their research months in advance. Dr. Candice Ortbals, director of undergraduate research and professor ... [Read More…]

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SGA plans for events, student involvement

August 23, 2023 by Jaylynn Ward Leave a Comment

SGA is planning for the new school year with events and ways to get involved in the community. Every year, SGA plans events to bring students together, and they are spread throughout the two semesters. This year, SGA plans to host multiple events that have happened in previous years which include: ACU Fest AMP Up Tree lighting and ... [Read More…]

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