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Gallery: Cross country claims first and second place in annual Naimadu Classic

September 9, 2026 by Leslie Carrigan and Daniel Rhodes Leave a Comment

The ACU cross country team began their season on Friday night at the Naimadu Classic in Abilene. The women’s team came in first for the 4K race securing the top four spots with sophomore Saylor Stevenson coming in first. The men’s team came in second for the 6K behind Western Texas College. The Wildcats will continue their season on Friday in Fort ... [Read More…]

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Reed begins semester as dean of Biblical studies

September 9, 2026 by Elizabeth Peralta Leave a Comment

Dr. Carson Reed became dean of the College of Biblical Studies in March, replacing Dr. Kenneth Cukrowski, who served as dean since June 2012 and has now returned to full-time teaching. Reed served in full-time ministry for 30 years as senior minister of several churches before joining ACU in 2012 as professor of practical theology in the ... [Read More…]

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Harrell, Filani return to Lubbock as ACU coaches

September 4, 2026 by Carter Calvin Leave a Comment

For several members of the ACU football team, Saturday’s trip to Lubbock will not feel like traveling to an unfamiliar stadium.  Head coach Keith Patterson, co-offensive coordinator and QB coach Graham Harrell and co-offensive coordinator and WR coach Joel Filani all have ties to Texas Tech.  Harrell, who was inducted into the Texas Tech Hall ... [Read More…]

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Police log: Multiple students found under the influence of alcohol

September 4, 2026 by Leslie Carrigan Leave a Comment

8/26/2026 1740 hrs. Medical, Practice Fields                                                                                                             ACUPD responded to a heat-related injury at the practice fields. An athlete was treated for a heat-related injury. 8/27/2026 2300 hrs. Alcohol Incident, Morris Hall                               ... [Read More…]

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New Flock cameras on campus? Here’s what they actually do.

September 4, 2026 by Josiah Wonnell Leave a Comment

ACUPD installed four Flock cameras, automated license plate readers, over the summer at the main intersections surrounding campus. The cameras were manufactured by Flock, are owned by the university and are maintained by the ACU Police Department. Flock and its competitors have been the center of national controversy, so ACUPD was ... [Read More…]

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Students begin campaigning for SGA class representatives

September 4, 2026 by Amelie Aquino Leave a Comment

The Student Government Association is starting up this fall with campaigning for class representatives. SGA held interest meetings on Aug. 25-27 and 31, and students interested in being a class representative have begun petitioning by collecting signatures from their respective class. Each class has four different positions available: president, ... [Read More…]

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Spiritual Life Office Launches Boone Wednesday Chapels

August 28, 2026 by Elizabeth Peralta Leave a Comment

Every Monday and Friday at 11 a.m., ACU students gather in Moody Coliseum for big Chapel. These Chapels involve corporate worship during both days and listening to a speaker on Mondays. For more interactive settings, students rely on small group Chapels, where they can form relationships with a smaller community. ACU is now offering a big ... [Read More…]

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Women’s tennis enters a new era

August 28, 2026 by Nele Huth Leave a Comment

ACU women’s tennis enters the new United Athletic Conference this season with a new team. Only three players remain from last year’s roster: Junior Jessica Board, sophomore Victoria Correa and senior Angela del Campo. The Wildcats added seven players to the team, including five freshmen and two transfers. Alejandra Corroto, freshman ... [Read More…]

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New coach, new season for cross country

August 28, 2026 by Carter Calvin Leave a Comment

With a new head coach and a renewed focus on trust and hard work, ACU cross country is preparing to begin its season next weekend with expectations of continued growth throughout the year.  Head coach Wayne Angel comes to ACU after seven seasons with Northern Colorado. Angel said that so far, he’s been impressed by the team’s willingness to work ... [Read More…]

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Saunders Center set to finish construction in late fall

August 27, 2026 by Kendall Stacey Leave a Comment

The Saunders Center for Joy and Human Flourishing is finishing up renovations and is set to open after homecoming this year. The Saunders Center is a screen-free environment that cultivates conversation and meditation about how joy affects students' lives.  Named after Landon Saunders, a Church of Christ minister and speaker who hosted the ... [Read More…]

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