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106th school year begins during Opening Chapel ceremonies

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As he began the university's 106th year, Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university urged students and others who packed Moody Coliseum Monday for Opening Chapel to find ways to outlive their lives. "As we begin this 106th year of Abilene Christian University together, students, I ask you to do this: keep your Christ-centered focus - or get ... [Read More…]

Chapel begins Monday with opening ceremonies

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The semester will officially begin Monday with opening ceremonies in Moody Coliseum. Students and faculty will gather to partake in this traditional welcoming of new and returning students and faculty. Students who arrive on time and stay for the entirety of the program will receive two chapel credits, said Mark Lewis, assistant dean for ... [Read More…]

Schubert challenges ACU community during Opening Chapel

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Dr. Phil Schubert challenged the ACU community to "outlive their lives" during his inaugural address Monday. "The outlive your life principle gets right to the heart of our ACU promise," Schubert said. "We make a promise that ACU will be a vibrant, innovative, Christ-centered environment that engages students in authentic, spiritual, intellectual ... [Read More…]

Video: Opening Chapel Begins ACU’s 104th Year

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The longstanding tradition of Opening Chapel marks the beginning of Abilene Christian's 104th school year. Opening Chapel this year also signified the beginning of the end of Dr. Royce Money's 19-year tenure as president of the university. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uu-0mjfYsUc Video by Jimmie Jackson and Dr. Larry Bradshaw Editing by Blane ... [Read More…]

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