Dr. Mark Riggs, professor of mathematics, passed away Monday afternoon at the age of 67 after a battle with COVID-19 left him in the hospital for more than two weeks. "He was so gentle and extremely smart," said Katie Maxwell, Riggs' daughter. "I could always go to him as a kid because I know I wouldn't get in trouble right away. He had a really ... [Read More…]
ACU falls short of historic upset against No. 17 Texas Tech, 51-44
The Wildcats led 36-35 with just under seven minutes to play, challenging No. 17 Texas Tech at home Wednesday night. The Red Raiders would inevitably grab their fifth win of the season, but it was a much more challenging matchup than most anticipated. "They believe in being aggressive," head coach Chris Beard said. "They didn't say, 'Hey, ... [Read More…]
ACU receives $1.3 million grant for student assistance programs
The university received a $1.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal TRIO Programs to fund its Student Support Service Project for the first time in five years. In a news release sent by Wendy Kilmer, director of communications and media relations, on Oct. 16, it was announced that the grant will span a five-year period ... [Read More…]
New residence hall aiming for July completion date
The construction of the new freshman village on the south side of campus is scheduled to be complete in late July opening up to incoming freshmen in August for the 2021 school year. The project is on schedule, with some changes happening in the recent weeks. “A lot has changed in the recent week and we started pouring the concrete on the ... [Read More…]
Some students remain in quarantine during online shift
Although the last day of in-person instruction was on Nov. 24, some students still remain in quarantine. Because of this, the Student Opportunities, Advocacy and Resources team (SOAR) is working with students who need assistance while they are in quarantine and away from friends and family. Lyndi Felan, SOAR coordinator, said that students we ... [Read More…]
Kinesiology Department offices, labs moving for upcoming semester
In a year full of campus renovations, the Kinesiology and Nutrition Department prepares for new office and lab locations in Teague Special Events Center starting next semester. This relocation doesn't include all of the department's classrooms, yet there's hope for an eventual uniting of all classrooms and offices. Split between the second ... [Read More…]
Minor renovations planned for the Bean in summer 2021
A modest renovation for The Bean is expected to take place during the summer of 2021 and be complete prior to the start of fall semester. One of the biggest changes to be expected on this renovation are new countertops. The Icewells sitting on the counters are going to be switched to new units and inserted into the countertops. "It ... [Read More…]
Wildcat Academics on Mission receives full funding for spring semester
The Wildcat Academics on Mission (WAM) received generous funding from a donor that relieves the need for student fundraising in the spring semester. WAM incorporates international missions and students academic degree plans. Students take a practicum class in their major and a missions class. In their majors course, they work on a project for a ... [Read More…]
Provost committee reviewing general education curriculum
The general education and university requirements for students are going under review for the first time since its last revision in 2015. This change is coming after faculty approval for new undergraduate student learning outcomes earlier this year. "After the faculty approved new undergraduate student learning outcomes in the spring, it was ... [Read More…]
Theatre department to present ‘American Son’ to the public
The Department of Theatre will perform "American Son," a play about systematic racism in America, for the public Saturday night. "At the time of selection, obviously, we had no idea that COVID was going to hit and that systemic racism would be so exposed in the way that it was in 2020; none of us could have predicted that. I think only God was the ... [Read More…]
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