The 2026 Goodbye Blessing welcomed the newest class of students and their families to ACU. Dr. Tamara Long, Dr. Phil Schubert and Mark Barneche spoke over the freshman class as they begin a new chapter in Abilene. After singing "The Lord Bless You and Keep You" to close, students and families said their goodbyes before the rest of Wildcat Week. ... [Read More…]
Gallery: New students arrive to begin Wildcat Week
Today, Wildcat Week began with the moving in of the class of 2030. The incoming freshmen and their families were greeted by Residence Life staff who guided them through the check-in process. Wildcat Week mentor group leaders alongside other student, faculty and staff volunteers moved boxes and appliances into each of the residence halls for the ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Students explore campus organizations at ACU Fest
ACU Fest brought students to the Campus Mall on Thursday evening for a chance to explore campus life, student-run businesses and local community groups. The event featured tables from student organizations, churches and university programs, alongside local vendors and food trucks such as Bahama Buck’s. Attendees could test their strength on the ... [Read More…]
Gallery: New students gather for Late Night Worship during Wildcat Week
As part of Wildcat Week, new students gathered in Moody Coliseum on Thursday night for Late Night Worship. The hour-long service offered a time of reflection, prayer and praise, closing the day with music led by student worship leaders and words of encouragement from peers. ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Chandler Moore closes out Wildcat Week with worship concert
To close out Wildcat Week 2025, students gathered in Moody Coliseum on Saturday night for a concert featuring five-time Grammy Award-winning artist Chandler Moore. The evening was filled with worship as Moore led students through a full set of songs, ending the night with “Yes & Amen.” ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Class of 2029 gathers for worship and blessing at Candlelight Devo
The class of 2029 gathered at Beauchamp Amphitheater lat night to begin Wildcat Week. Surrounded by returning students, families, faculty, staff and alumni, new students lit candles, worshiped and received blessings as they marked the beginning of their journey at ACU. This year’s Candlelight Devo featured a message from Catherine Baumgardner, ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Wildcats connect through bingo, workouts and zoo visit during Wildcat Week
As Wildcat Week continued, new students took time to recharge and explore through a variety of free time activities. Offerings included a game of bingo, a GroupX Demo Class led by Ruthie Swedlund, adjunct professor in ACU’s Nutrition and Kinesiology Department, and a trip to the Abilene Zoo. The events gave students a chance to connect with one ... [Read More…]
Gallery: New Wildcats arrive on campus for move-in day and Wildcat Week
New student move-in day marked the start of the semester as ACU welcomed the class of 2029. Families and students arrived at residence halls across campus, where Wildcat Week peer leaders and hall staff helped unload boxes and guide residents through the check-in process. The move-in experience kicked off Wildcat Week, ACU’s orientation program ... [Read More…]
Gallery: New Wildcats and families gather for Goodbye Blessing
The 2025 Goodbye Blessing welcomed new students and their families into the community with prayer, worship and encouragement. Dr. Tamara Long, vice president for enrollment and student engagement, opened the event by greeting the incoming class and their loved ones. Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, offered words of encouragement ... [Read More…]
Gallery: Students enjoy an afternoon learning about clubs at ACU Fest
As Wildcat Week comes to a close, students had the opportunity to view many of the clubs that ACU has to offer. Students got to talk to members of different club sports, student organizations, and churches around Abilene. Students also got to enjoy food and activities from various venders like Bahama Buck's, Crumbl Cookies, and Texas Family ... [Read More…]