Social club Sub T-16 has been suspended indefinitely for "multiple policy violations" of university rules, said Dr. Scott McDowell, vice president for student life. After an investigation, McDowell said the university found multiple violations made by members of the social club. The suspension means the club will not be allowed to accept ... [Read More…]
Sunday night thriller ends in a 2OT draw against No. 22 Baylor
A Sunday night thriller at Elmer Grey Stadium ended in a double-overtime draw between #22 Baylor and the ACU Wildcats. With over 730 fans in the stadium, ACU took on Baylor University. The first goal of the night, and third of the season, came from senior Shay Johnson in the 25th minute with an assist from junior Christina Arteaga. The Lady ... [Read More…]
Straughn begins first semester as new dean of nursing
Dr. Marcia Straughn has been made the new dean for the school of nursing, working in this role since June 1. Her role as the dean of nursing is a duel role, meaning she also has the position as the director of the BSN program. Straughn said she is excited to be in the position once filled by Dr. Becky Hammack, who she credits to be a ... [Read More…]
113th annual Summit to focus on Psalms
The 113th annual Summit will begin this year on Sunday evening and end on Wednesday during Chapel. “The purpose of Summit is to be a place where conversation is held for life and faith and so it is a time of spiritual renewal,” said Dr. David Wray, director of Summit. Summit began in 1906 around the name Lectureship. Through the years it has ... [Read More…]
Author’s visit highlights racial justice
Author and activist Austin Channing Brown spoke to students Monday after faculty and staff read her recently published memoir during different reading groups. Several faculty members read Brown’s memoir “I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness” as part of a small reading group last spring. Dr. Robert Rhodes, provost, then ... [Read More…]
University outranks other Texas schools in World Report
ACU has outranked other Texas universities in U.S. News & World Report’s new benchmark and climbed nine spots in the regional rankings from last year. The university received its highest overall Western Region ranking in history at 12th in the U.S. News & World Report's 2020 "America's Best Colleges." Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the ... [Read More…]
Law requires employees to report sexual assault incidents
University employees are now required by law to promptly report incidents regarding sexual harassment and assault against a student or another employee as of Sept. 1. Senate Bill 212, which went into effect Sept. 1, says all employees of an institution, public or private, must "promptly report" any reports made to them involving the sexual ... [Read More…]
Online undergrad degrees exceed enrollment expectations
Enrollment in the ACU Dallas online undergraduate programs has surpassed expectations. Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer for the Dallas campus Stephen Johnson said they originally projected 25 students across the Bachelor of Science in psychology and the Bachelor of Science in information technology administration programs but said ... [Read More…]
Wildcats fall to UNT in season opener
ACU ventured out to Denton Saturday night in a lost battle with North Texas, 51-31. The defending Conference USA champions totaled 575 yards on offense in their victory over the Wildcats. Senior quarterback Mason Fine, the nation's leading active passer, threw for 383 yards and four touchdowns. Senior wide receiver Rico Bussey hauled in 156 ... [Read More…]
Three faculty members receive 2019-20 Digital Scholars Grant
Three faculty members have received a grant by the University Library Committee to encourage digital research at ACU. Dr. Lynette Austin, Nick Tatum and Dr. Trey Shirley were awarded a year-long grant funding program called the Digital Scholars Grant. The grant is intended to encourage faculty research and learning within their specific fields ... [Read More…]
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